New Mexico briefing

2021 New Mexico Redistricting Information

New Mexico general fund to hit record $14.8 billion

FARMINGTON ─ Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham caps a historic era of growth and investment as New Mexico is projected to bring in $14.8 billion in General Fund revenue in Fiscal Year 2028, leaving $924 million in “new money” available for lawmakers in the 2027 legislative session.

Acting Gov. Morales signs executive orders for flood response

SANTA FE – Acting Governor Howie Morales today signed five executive orders declaring a state of emergency due to flooding across New Mexico, making up to $3.75 million available to the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) for response and recovery.

Fan-favorite food contests return to 2026 New Mexico State Fair

ALBUQUERQUE – Some of the State Fair’s most mouthwatering competitions return this year with bold flavors and local pride.

Country Store returns to 2026 New Mexico State Fair

ALBUQUERQUE – Get ready to savor the best of New Mexico agriculture at the 2026 New Mexico State Fair, featuring the return of the Country Store, daily Reds, Whites and Brews Happy Hours, and interactive exhibits throughout the Agriculture Building.

Applications open for NMDA Ag Workforce Program

LAS CRUCES – New Mexico agricultural businesses can now apply for funding to hire paid interns through the state's Agricultural Workforce Development Program, which reimburses up to 50 percent of internship costs to help develop the next generation of farmers, ranchers and agricultural professionals.

State confirms second New World screwworm case in Grant County

MIMBRES, N.M. – New Mexico animal health officials have confirmed the state’s second case of New World screwworm, identified Sept. 17 in a horse in Grant County.

State confirms first New World screwworm case in Lea County

EUNICE, N.M. – New Mexico animal health officials have confirmed the state's first case of New World screwworm, detected June 7 in a dog in Lea County.

Governor appoints Richard Moran to Bernalillo Magistrate Court

SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday appointed Albuquerque attorney Richard J. Moran to the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court, Division 6.

Governor travels to Mexico City on trade mission

SANTA FE ─ Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham arrived in Mexico City today as part of a trade mission to explore economic partnership opportunities between New Mexico and Mexico.

New Mexico sues FEMA for $61 million in wildfire compensation

SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s administration sued the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in U.S. District Court today seeking more than $61 million to fund the National Guard’s ongoing wildfire and flood response in the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon area over the next decade – a request FEMA has inexplicably denied twice.

State Emergency Operations Center prepared for flash flooding

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) has activated the State Emergency Operation Center to manage the statewide response in anticipation of flash flooding this week.

NMDA to hold public hearings on proposed rule amendments

LAS CRUCES – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture will hold public hearings Tuesday, Aug. 4, and Thursday, Aug. 6, to receive input on proposed amendments to the following rules:

Governor celebrates grand opening of The Boiler Shop, honoring legacy of film pioneer Eric Witt

ALBUQUERQUE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today joined state, city, and industry leaders to celebrate the grand opening of The Boiler Shop, a newly renovated $73 million film and media training facility at the historic Albuquerque Rail Yards.

Governor travels to Michigan for Disagree Better forum

SANTA FE ─ Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is in Ann Arbor, Michigan today to participate in a Disagree Better forum at the University of Michigan with Republican Utah Gov. Spencer Cox.

2026 Farm and Ranch Families of the Year announced

ALBUQUERQUE – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture and the New Mexico State Fair recognized the 2026 New Mexico Farm and Ranch Families of the Year Sept. 17 during the rodeo at the Albuquerque fairgrounds.

Governor appoints Joseph Cutts to Otero County Magistrate Court

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of Joseph Cutts to serve as judge for the Otero County Magistrate Court, Division 2, filling a vacancy left by the resignation of Judge Albert R. Greene III.

New Mexico sues federal government to halt illegal water use, well drilling

SANTA FE — The State of New Mexico today sued the federal government and its contractors in the Sixth Judicial District Court alleging repeated, unauthorized well drilling without state permits in protected underground water basins to construct a wall along the U.S. border with Mexico.

Silver Alert – Socorro Police Department (James Guerro)

Turquoise Alert – University of New Mexico PD (Nezhoni Garcia)