Santa Fe opens natatorium after repairs to dehumidification system
The Genoveva Chavez Community Center (GCCC) Natatorium will reopen Friday, October 2, after its dehumidification unit was repaired, according to the City of Santa Fe. The system is essential to
Santa Fe Prepares for Major Rainfall and Potential Flooding
Santa Fe is preparing for a significant rainfall event expected to bring heavy downpours and potential flash flooding beginning Monday through Wednesday, the city said. The National Weather Service
Santa Fe road projects exceed budget as construction costs soar
The City of Santa Fe is reporting that roadway projects funded through a 2024 General Obligation bond will cost more than originally budgeted, with inflation and deteriorated road conditions
Santa Fe selects two finalists for permanent police chief
The City of Santa Fe has selected two finalists for the position of police chief: Interim Police Chief Ben Valdez and former Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza. The finalists emerged from a
Santa Fe prepares for heavy rainfall and potential flooding
The City of Santa Fe is operating under heightened coordination through Sept. 26 in preparation for significant rainfall that could bring flooding to the area. Forecasters predict approximately 2 to
Santa Fe water conservation efforts produce major savings
Santa Fe's sustained water conservation efforts have generated substantial economic and environmental returns, according to a new study by the City of Santa Fe, the U.S. Environmental Protection
Santa Fe Launches Rain Garden Program to Manage Stormwater
The City of Santa Fe launched a new program to install rain gardens—green stormwater infrastructure designed to reduce flooding and improve water quality—in public spaces throughout the city. The
Santa Fe, county prohibit ICE enforcement on city property
Santa Fe's city and county officials said they stand with all residents following federal immigration enforcement activity in their community. Santa Fe Police did not participate in the federal
Santa Fe awards $70,000 in grants to seven artists
The City of Santa Fe Arts Commission has awarded $70,000 in grants to seven artists and community arts projects through the annual Art is the Solution program. Each recipient received $10,000 for a
Santa Fe considers stabilization plan for neighborhood facing redevelopment
The City of Santa Fe is moving forward with formal review of a neighborhood stabilization plan designed to prevent displacement in Hopewell Mann, a low-income area experiencing rising property values
Governor issues statement on DEA’s failure to seize thousands of fentanyl pills in New Mexico
Governor issues statement on DEA’s failure to seize thousands of fentanyl pills in New Mexico SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today issued the following statement: I am appalled by
Governor appoints Dylan O’Reilly to First Judicial District Court
Governor appoints Dylan O’Reilly to First Judicial District Court SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of Dylan O’Reilly to serve as a judge on the First
Governor appoints Rebecca Roose as Natural Resources Trustee
Governor appoints Rebecca Roose as Natural Resources Trustee SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of Rebecca Roose as New Mexico’s Natural Resources Trustee
Health care loan repayment expands to address doctor shortage – Record expansion part of strategy to add health providers in NM
Health care loan repayment expands to address doctor shortage – Record expansion part of strategy to add health providers in NM SANTA FE– Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced a major
Governor Lujan Grisham leads trade mission to Japan
SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham arrived in Tokyo today to continue discussions launched in 2025 about economic partnership opportunities between New Mexico and Japan. The governor aims to
Gov. Lujan Grisham’s cleanup collects 60,000 lbs. of litter – 7,185 volunteers participated, 60,046 pounds of litter collected statewide
Gov. Lujan Grisham’s cleanup collects 60,000 lbs. of litter – 7,185 volunteers participated, 60,046 pounds of litter collected statewide ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico’s statewide litter prevention
New Mexico launches dashboard to track water security plan progress
New Mexico launches dashboard to track water security plan progress SANTA FE — New Mexico launched a public dashboard on Tuesday that enables New Mexicans to track progress on a 50-year Water Action
Governor orders health, food inspections to resume
Governor orders health, food inspections to resume SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today directed the New Mexico Environment Department to immediately resume routine health and food
Governor establishes Energy Affordability and Grid Reliability Council – 13-member council designed to protect ratepayers, modernize the grid
SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today signed an executive order establishing the New Mexico Energy Affordability and Grid Reliability Council to address the rising cost of electricity in a
Governor appoints two new members to State Transportation Commission
SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of two new members to the New Mexico State Transportation Commission, filling seats representing District 2 and District
Governor Lujan Grisham departs today for official trip to Spain
SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham will travel to Madrid, Spain today to participate in an educational and business outreach summit hosted by the Friends of the National Museum of the
Governor signs medical malpractice reform, other health care bills into law
LOS LUNAS, N.M. — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today signed several bills that will transform New Mexico’s health care system by reforming medical malpractice law, health care affordability,
Governor Lujan Grisham signs 33 bills
SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the signing of 33 bills including initiatives related to water security, environmental conservation, infrastructure, economic development,
Governor appoints Interim Chief, Deputy Chief of New Mexico State Police
SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of Matt Broom as interim chief of the New Mexico State Police, following the retirement of Chief Troy Weisler. The governor
Governor signs four education bills – SB 37 builds upon years of progress in literacy instruction
SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today signed four education bills, putting years of investment and measurable student gains into permanent state law. The legislation — covering literacy
Governor Lujan Grisham signs nation’s first universal child care law – New Mexico is a national model for early childhood care and education
SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today signed universal child care into law, making New Mexico the first state in the nation to guarantee no-cost child care that sets young children up for
Governor signs state budget, capital outlay bills and tax package
SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today signed an $11.1 billion state budget for fiscal year 2027 that funds higher education, universal child care, road improvements, economic development
Natural Resources Trustee Maggie Hart Stebbins resigns
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Natural Resources Trustee Maggie Hart Stebbins has resigned from her position effective March 13 after more than six years in the role. Before leading the Office of Natural
State Fairgrounds District Board approves first phase of redevelopment – Plan includes housing, park and sports stadium
SANTA FE – The State Fairgrounds District Board today voted 6-1 to approve the first phase of a redevelopment plan that will transform the central Albuquerque site into a walkable, mixed-use
Rural health care providers can now apply for $50M to stabilize access – New round of health care funding builds on record $146M investment
SANTA FE – New Mexico’s rural health care providers can now apply for a share of $50 million in health care funding as part of the State of New Mexico’s three-year, $146 million investment that has
Governor appoints John Bernitz to Eleventh Judicial District
SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today the appointment of John William Bernitz as the Eleventh Judicial District Attorney, Division II, serving McKinley County. Bernitz’s