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More Lost ‘Horizons’: How New Mexico’s Climate Plan Flamed Out Again

By Jerry Redfern, Capital & Main | February 18, 2026

A small clutch of Democratic legislators once again sinks a plan to dramatically reduce the state’s greenhouse gas emissions. by…

Another year, another setback for alcohol tax push

By Ted Alcorn, New Mexico In Depth | February 16, 2026

by Ted Alcorn, New Mexico In Depth This story was originally published at New Mexico In Depth, a NMPBS partner.…

Session’s End Draws Nigh

By Jeff Proctor | February 13, 2026

“Mad dash” is an overused cliche, but it aptly describes the final stretch of a New Mexico legislative session —…

NM wildfire claims office director on ‘administrative leave’ following six-figure payout

By Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico | February 13, 2026

Announcement follows revelations Jay Mitchell and wife received $500K far from Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon perimeter by Patrick Lohmann, Source New…

New Mexico Again Debates Greenhouse Gas Reductions as Snow Melts

By Jerry Redfern, Capital & Main | February 11, 2026

Lawmakers table bill to expand use of oilfield wastewater and shoot down another that would restrict drone use around “critical”…

Medically fragile and sleeping in office buildings

By Ed Williams, Searchlight New Mexico | February 10, 2026

Following an executive order ending office stays for foster youth, where will kids with serious health conditions go? by Ed…

Here’s to Partnership

By Jeff Proctor | February 6, 2026

Last year, an envelope addressed to me arrived at NMPBS; its sender was not identified. I’ve received many such parcels in a 24-year…

NM news desert grows with closure of longtime Gallup newspaper

By Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico | February 3, 2026

by Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico This story was originally published at Source New Mexico, a NMPBS partner. The Gallup…

Reporting from the Roundhouse — Week 2 Edition

By Jeff Proctor | January 30, 2026

Our crew was back at the state Capitol this week, as the hallways started to hum a little louder with…

Mexican wolf protections are at risk as delisting bills move forward

By Bryce Dix, KUNM News | January 26, 2026

by Bryce Dix, KUNM News This story was originally published at KUNM, a NMPBS partner. Two bills that aim to…

The Roundhouse Gavels in for Lujan Grisham’s Final Regular Session

By Myah Wilmarth | January 23, 2026

New Mexico lawmakers are in session, and that means New Mexico in Focus is heading to the Roundhouse weekly to help you follow along with what is…

Six Years on, New Mexico Still Hasn’t Codified Governor’s Climate Goals

By Jerry Redfern, Capital & Main | January 20, 2026

As the legislative session opens, lawmakers again will weigh a pledge to reduce emissions. Last year, two Democrats joined the…