Enchantment State News

Las Cruces residents urged to comment on revised zoning code

By Enchantment State News | Jun 18, 2024

A newly revised version of the Las Cruces development code has been released, featuring several improvements. However, concerns remain regarding the proposed changes to the parking code. Critics argue that the new regulations will severely limit the amount of parking businesses are allowed to have.

Governor's cabinet secretaries set for outreach events across Clovis & Portales

By Enchantment State News | Jun 18, 2024

Governor’s Cabinet to visit Clovis and Portales – Cabinet in Your Community event July 8, 9 will share information and resources

Governor declares state of emergency due to wildfires in Lincoln County

By Enchantment State News | Jun 18, 2024

Today, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham declared a state of emergency in Lincoln County and the Mescalero Apache Reservation due to the South Fork Fire and Salt Fires. These wildfires, which began yesterday, have damaged over 500 structures and necessitated the evacuation of the entire Village of Ruidoso. Further evacuations in nearby communities are possible as the fires have consumed nearly 20,000 acres and remain uncontained.

Earnings on New Mexico's public pension investments increase to $804,793 in 2022

By Enchantment State News | Jun 17, 2024

The earnings on investments for New Mexico public pensions went up from $697,743 in 2021 to $804,793 in 2022, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of Public Pensions.

Yuma Border Patrol Agents seize 25 rifles, ammunition at Blythe gas station

By Enchantment State News | Jun 15, 2024

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced that agents from the Yuma sector were at a gas station in Blythe, California on June 12 when a canine alerted them to potential contraband. This alert led to what may be the largest seizure in the Yuma sector’s recent history. The announcement came from a CBP news release on June 14.

Governor Lujan Grisham elected chair of Western Governors' Association

By Enchantment State News | Jun 14, 2024

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham was elected chair of the Western Governors’ Association (WGA) at its annual meeting in Olympic Valley, California. She announced that her primary initiative would focus on addressing the region’s housing challenges.

Legislative action sought for repeat offenders in Las Cruces

By Enchantment State News | Jun 14, 2024

Many repeat offenders in Las Cruces are deemed "incompetent" to stand trial and are subsequently released back into the community, where they continue to commit crimes. There is a call for the New Mexico legislature to enact laws that would direct these "incompetent" offenders into treatment programs for the benefit of all.

Governor responds to Supreme Court's ruling on mifepristone access

By Enchantment State News | Jun 13, 2024

On June 13, 2024, the Supreme Court unanimously rejected an effort to restrict access to the abortion pill mifepristone. In response, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico, a member of the Reproductive Freedom Alliance—a nonpartisan coalition of 23 governors committed to protecting and expanding reproductive freedom—issued a statement.

American Principles Project President: Girls’ sports, private spaces ‘should be protected from cradle to the grave’

By Enchantment State News | Jun 11, 2024

Terry Schilling, president of the American Principles Project said states like New Mexico need to to protect girls’ sports teams and access to private spaces at every level of education, not just college.

Analysis: New Mexico one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Enchantment State News | Jun 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Enchantment State News shows that New Mexico is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.

Governor responds to Biden's executive order on Southern border security

By Enchantment State News | Jun 5, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, President Biden announced new measures to secure the Southern border, barring migrants who cross unlawfully from receiving asylum. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement:

New Mexico ranks no. 37 in 2024 Parent Power index, empowering families in education choices

By Enchantment State News | Jun 3, 2024

In the Center for Education Reform's 2024 Parent Power Index, New Mexico secured the thirty-seventh position, with an Overall Parent Power Index Score of 62.7%.

Cody McDonald sentenced to 18 years for second-degree murder

By Enchantment State News | Jun 3, 2024

Silver City, NM – Judge Jarod Hofacket sentenced Cody McDonald to 18 years in the New Mexico Department of Corrections for the murder of 22-year-old Daniel Murillo. On April 12, 2024, the New Mexico Department of Justice secured a guilty conviction against McDonald. He was found guilty of second-degree murder and tampering with evidence by a Grant County jury.