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1,700+ migrants arrested in Yuma sector in August

By Enchantment State News | Sep 6, 2024

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents in the Yuma sector arrested more than 1,700 migrants in August, according to a Sept. 5 post on X from Chief Patrol Agent Sean L. McGoffin.

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Governor appoints new secretary for Department of Information Technology

By Enchantment State News | Sep 6, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Manny Barreras as Cabinet Secretary of the Department of Information Technology (DoIT). With over 26 years of professional experience in sales and business development, including 22 years dedicated to technical sales, marketing management, and public relations, Barreras brings a wealth of expertise to the role.

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Governor breaks ground on new reproductive health clinic in Doña Ana County

By Enchantment State News | Sep 5, 2024

LAS CRUCES – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined state and local leaders to break ground on a new reproductive health clinic in Doña Ana County in southern New Mexico, reaffirming her administration’s commitment to protecting and expanding access to essential healthcare services, including abortion.

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Governor honors life of Flamenco icon María Benítez

By Enchantment State News | Sep 5, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today issued a statement on the passing of María Benítez, a renowned flamenco dancer and cultural ambassador for New Mexico.

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Governor appoints Rob Black as Secretary of Economic Development

By Enchantment State News | Sep 5, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Rob Black as the new Cabinet Secretary of the Economic Development Department, effective September 16. Black, a seasoned public policy and community relations expert, brings over 25 years of experience in both the private and public sectors.

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Number of VA loans issued in New Mexico increased by 1.5% from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024

By Enchantment State News | Sep 4, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 886 home loans in New Mexico, totaling $284.8 million, during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Governor Lujan Grisham announces new workforce housing development program

By Enchantment State News | Sep 4, 2024

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced the launch of a new state-funded workforce housing development program.

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Agreement reached for Los Alamos lab's radioactive waste cleanup

By Enchantment State News | Sep 4, 2024

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s administration and the U.S. Department of Energy have executed a Settlement Agreement to clean up legacy radioactive wastes at Los Alamos National Laboratory, marking a significant moment in addressing the federal government's responsibility for toxic waste left from nuclear weapons testing in New Mexico.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Mexico in Q2 vs. Q1 2024

By Enchantment State News | Sep 3, 2024

The VA issued 133 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Mexico during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to eight loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Multi-agency effort rescues 91 from human traffickers

By Enchantment State News | Sep 3, 2024

SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, alongside key members of the Governor’s Organized Crime Commission (OCC) and law enforcement leadership, unveiled the results of “Operation Disruption,” a coordinated effort to combat human trafficking and organized crime in southern New Mexico.

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In New Mexico, 67 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Enchantment State News | Aug 31, 2024

New Mexico registered 67 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Average VA home loan amount in New Mexico falls in Q2

By Enchantment State News | Aug 29, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in New Mexico during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $321,433, a 1.3% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New Mexico AG expands stream access lawsuit; files contempt motion against landowner

By Enchantment State News | Aug 29, 2024

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has expanded a lawsuit to include Pecos property owners Richard and Jean Jenkins, while also filing a contempt motion against Erik Briones for violating a consent decree with the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ).

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New Mexico education secretary resigns amid university presidency candidacy

By Enchantment State News | Aug 28, 2024

SANTA FE – New Mexico Public Education Secretary Arsenio Romero resigned today, effective immediately.

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New Mexico inflation rate outpaces national average as of July 2024

By Enchantment State News | Aug 27, 2024

As of July 2024, New Mexico experienced a 21.8% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.2% increase.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Mexico average $338,295 for Q2

By Enchantment State News | Aug 26, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Mexico for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $338,295, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Governor secures FEMA deadline extension for New Mexico residents

By Enchantment State News | Aug 19, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has secured an extension for FEMA assistance, giving residents affected by the South Fork and Salt fires, as well as ongoing flooding in several counties including the Mescalero Apache Tribe, until October 19, 2024, to apply for aid.

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New Mexico joins multi-state lawsuit against Live Nation-Ticketmaster for alleged monopolistic practices

By Enchantment State News | Aug 19, 2024

New Mexico has joined nine other states in a civil antitrust lawsuit filed by the Justice Department against Live Nation-Ticketmaster. The suit, which includes 29 other states and the District of Columbia, alleges monopolization and other unlawful conduct in violation of Sections 1 and 2 of the Sherman Act.

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Governor appoints Elizabeth Anderson as State Engineer

By Enchantment State News | Aug 19, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Elizabeth Anderson as State Engineer.

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Governor Lujan Grisham to speak at Democratic National Convention in Chicago

By Enchantment State News | Aug 19, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will attend the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week and speak Tuesday evening on the issue of health care.