Sandra Sanchez went missing last April, and her body was found dumped near Los Lunas a few months later in June. Now her family is fighting to improve the way

People licensed for concealed handguns can take their weapons into restaurants serving beer and wine under a new state law.

New Mexico has become the second state in the nation to "ban the box" after Gov. Bill Richardson signed into law a measure prohibiting employment applications

They belong to the same party but they are rarely on the same page, and now a powerful State Senator said it is time for Gov. Bill Richardson to get out while

A new law will allow New Mexicans to go to a governmental Web site to track the salaries of political appointees in state jobs.

The Legislature approved a $5.6 billion budget on Wednesday and the largest tax increase package in more than two decades to help pay for public schools and

Tuesday, Gov. Bill Richardson signed a bill to stop double dipping by government workers who retire then come back to work, drawing both their pension and

If at first you don’t succeed, try again.

It’s a phrase state lawmakers may be saying to themselves as they head back to Santa Fe Monday for a special session.

New Mexico finance and taxation officials said Thursday they're standing by their revenue forecast as lawmakers continue negotiations in an effort to hammer

Even though the state is facing a massive budget shortfall, some lawmakers are still seeking $40-60 million for special projects in their districts.

Rep. Keith Gardner, R-Roswell, shares his opinions about the 2010 legislative session.

Rep. Tom Taylor, R-Farmington, shares his opinions about the 2010 legislative session.

Sen. Tim Jennings, D-Roswell, shares his opinions about the 2010 legislative session.

Rep. Candy Spence, R-Ezzell, shares his opinions about the 2010 legislative session.

Rep.Lucky Varela, D-Santa Fe, shares his opinions about the 2010 legislative session.