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Bernalillo County held its annual formal burial of indigent and unclaimed residents Thursday, Sept. 4, at Fairview Memorial Park. Director’s Choice Mortuary Services and the county conducted the ceremonial services, which included a dignified and appropriate disposition of the cremains of 171 people. Pastor Richard Mansfield delivered offer the eulogy. Pictured is Robert C. Noblin Jr. of Director’s Choice Mortuary giving the opening remarks. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales / New Mexico News

Bernalillo County

Dignified farewell: Bernalillo County memorializes unclaimed remains

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news September 4, 2025

Moriarty City Councilor Steve Anaya is not running for re-election this fall. (Connor Currier)

Moriarty’s longtime councilor denies former city clerk’s corruption allegations

by nm.news September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

Screenshot of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham during a status report on December 11, 2023 on the gun safety public health order issued in September 2023.

New Mexico, NM Legislature

Governor calls special session to address federal budget cuts

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull so far is the Republican who has committed to running for governor in 2026. (Courtesy photo)

Politics & Elections

New Mexico Republicans eyeing governor’s office, but slowly

by Alex Ross September 4, 2025September 8, 2025

Some Town of Bernalillo leaders are asking state authorities to put the brakes on a road project they say would be detrimental to their community. (NMDOT)

‘Bypass this bypass!’

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján convened a roundtable discussion Thursday with New Mexico public broadcasting leaders to address the devastating impact of federal funding cuts that will eliminate $5.8 million in annual support for stations across the state.

Congress & Federal Gov, New Mexico

Senate Democrats reintroduce comprehensive child care bill amid criticism of Trump policies

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

Valles Caldera National Preserve has received federal approval to implement an expanded fire management plan designed to reduce wildfire risks and promote ecosystem health, the National Park Service announced Wednesday.

Sandoval County

Valles Caldera National Preserve receives approval for enhanced fire management strategy

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

More than 48 communities across the United States will present readings of short plays written by teenagers about gun violence on Oct. 6, including a performance in Rio Rancho featuring local youth performers.

National initiative to end gun violence coming to Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department will host its annual Pooch Plunge and Adopt-a-thon Saturday at Haynes Pool as the outdoor swimming season comes to a close. (City of Rio Rancho)

Rio Rancho to host annual Pooch Plunge and adoption event Saturday

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

New Mexico will receive $2 million for AmeriCorps, initially withheld by the Trump administration. (AmeriCorps)

New Mexico DOJ challenge to Trump funding freezes helps New Mexico AmeriCorps recover $2 million for local programs

by Alex Ross September 3, 2025September 3, 2025