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November 2

New Mexico man allegedly kills mother, stores dismembered remains in home freezer for weeks: Report

Albuquerque man arrested for allegedly murdering and dismembering his 69-year-old mother, hiding remains in freezer. Leroy Vallejos charged with first-degree murder.

September 10

Democrats splinter on Trump’s immigration crackdown as GOP unites

Pennsylvania state Rep. Abigail Salisbury introduces legislation to ban state police cooperation with ICE while New Mexico Rep. Gabe Vasquez calls for bipartisan immigration reform.

August 29

Human plague case reported; patient likely exposed while camping

A 43-year-old New Mexico man contracted the plague while camping in Rio Arriba County and has recovered after hospitalization, state health officials report.

August 27

Bodycam video shows illegal immigrant truck driver speaking limited English with New Mexico officer

New bodycam footage shows illegal immigrant Harjinder Singh struggling with English after being pulled over for speeding in New Mexico: a detail that has since become a major talking point.

August 26

Trump admin threatens to cut millions in federal funding from 3 states over trucker English language rules

California, Washington and New Mexico could lose millions in federal funding for failing to enforce English proficiency rules for truckers, officials said.

August 19

Appeals court blocks New Mexico's 7-day waiting period for gun purchases, saying it violates 2nd Amendment

A federal appeals court blocked New Mexico’s seven-day waiting period for gun purchases, ruling that it likely infringes on citizens’ Second Amendment rights.

August 14

Democratic governor declares state of emergency in crime-ridden county

New Mexico’s Democrat governor on Wednesday declared a state of emergency over rampant violence and drug trafficking in a large swath of her state.

August 14

Failed GOP candidate sentenced to 80 years in connection with shooting spree at Democrat officials' homes

A former Republican candidate was sentenced to 80 years behind bars for orchestrating drive-by shootings at the homes of Democratic officials following his election loss.

July 26

University of New Mexico dorm shooting leaves one dead, alleged gunman arrested after manhunt

One person is dead and another was injured after a shooting at the University of New Mexico on Friday morning.

July 25

New Mexico mayor signs executive order to 'counteract' Trump's immigration enforcement

Albuquerque Democratic Mayor Tim Keller issued an executive order on Monday to “protect immigrant rights" amid ongoing ICE raids occurring throughout the country.