New Mexicans to Prevent Gun Violence
New Mexico state lawmakers on Thursday revisited legislative proposals to curb the state’s high rates of shootings and gun trafficking.
Mark Haslett
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KUNM
The grand opening of Raices Sagradas Community Farm in Albuquerque’s South Valley on Oct. 24 marked the culmination of years of work and planning. Operating on a property that was once an illegal dumping ground, the farm is designed for long-term climate resilience and community education.
Florian Knowles
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KUNM
Rodrigo Abd
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Associated Press
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Dolores Huerta's legacy
Court Mast
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AP
Huerta co-founded the United Farm Workers union to improve working conditions in the nation's fruit and vegetable fields and coined the phrase "Sí, se puede!" that became a widespread rallying cry.
Jeanette DeDios
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KUNM-FM
Let's Talk New Mexico
A panel of journalists from around the state will talk about the results of races and constitutional amendments.
State Treasurer Race
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Candidate's websiteJames Ellison is the Republican candidate for State Treasurer, challenging incumbent Democrat Laura Montoya. -
Candidate's websiteDemocrat Laura Montoya is running for a second term as New Mexico State Treasurer.
The Race for Governor
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Susan Montoya Bryan/APWith Michelle Lujan Grisham being termed-limited, two candidates are vying to be the next governor of New Mexico. Republican Gregg Hull was mayor of Rio Rancho for 12 years. He tells KUNM that sets him up well to lead the state, especially since he focused on building up the city’s water infrastructure. Hull says he wants to use the state’s robust revenues to address water issues around New Mexico. -
Susan Montoya Bryan/APFor the first time in 8 years, New Mexicans will be choosing a new governor on November 3rd. Former U.S. Secretary of the Interior, Deb Haaland from Laguna Pueblo served in the U.S. Congress and then as Interior Secretary. She told KUNM she would continue to support public education through the state’s oil and gas revenue.
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Election watcher group says it has twice as many volunteers as 2024. -
Dolores Huerta, who co-founded the United Farm Workers union to improve working conditions in the nation’s fruit and vegetable fields and coined the phrase “Sí, se puede!” that became a widespread rallying cry, has died.
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