In a handful of holdout states, Democrats appear ready to use their newly won statehouse dominance to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act. In at least four states — Georgia, Kansas, Texas and Wisconsin — the midterm election results have tilted the political calculus…
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- Democratic wins put Medicaid expansion back in play in holdout states
- Latino voters singled out by top Democrat for credit in congressional victories
WASHINGTON — The chair of the campaign arm for U.S. House Democrats said during a Friday press conference that this week’s midterm elections resulted in an overwhelming blue wave because of Latinos. Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Chair Suzan DelBene said majorities…
- New Mexico Gov. Lujan Grisham, Gov.-elect Haaland begin transfer of power after historic victory
Outgoing New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham met with her successor, fellow Democrat Deb Haaland, Friday morning on the fourth floor of the Roundhouse in Santa Fe to offer some parting advice.
- GOP Congress faces funding deadline, farm bill, lengthy to-do list in year-end session
WASHINGTON — Voters may have given Democrats control of Congress in the midterm elections, but Republicans will remain in charge of both chambers during the lame-duck session that spans November and December. The relatively brief five-week schedule, which begins Monday, gives…
- Democrats will hold most legislative trifectas since 1984
Along with a dramatic change in congressional majorities on Election Day, an analysis from the National Conference of State Legislatures showed large shifts in legislative majorities around the country, flipping from a majority of Republican legislatures to majority Democratic…
- New trial date set for man accused of killing Albuquerque pizzeria owner
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new trial date has been set for the man accused of killing an Albuquerque pizzeria owner. In 2023, Sylvan Alcachupas was accused of shooting and killing Rosario Zito after trying to rob him outside Zito's restaurant, Giovanni's. The case has faced…
- Mastermind of immigration crackdown Stephen Miller named Trump chief of staff
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced Friday he will elevate Stephen Miller to White House chief of staff, the first shake-up of his administration officials since Democrats trounced Republicans in the midterms. Former Chief of Staff Susie Wiles will move to the “Trump…
- Cardboard Playhouse Theatre Company is opening a new building
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Cardboard Playhouse Theatre Company is inviting the community to join them in the celebration of opening their new building on November 7 at 11 a.m. The Cardboard Playhouse was able to raise $100,000 in 24 hours during their Stream-a-thon in April, which…
- New Mexico launches $9M at-home reading initiative for students in grades K-3
New Mexico this week starts sending what will be more than 750,000 books to thousands of students in grades K-3 as part of a new at-home reading initiative to help with the state’s literacy goals.
- Conservation groups say proposed mining along New Mexico-Arizona border threatens wildlife crossing
A coalition of conservation groups is asking the Bureau of Land Management to scrutinize a proposed copper mining operation along the New Mexico-Arizona state line that they say would threaten an important wildlife crossing.
- Violent, property crime victimization rates fell in 2025, federal data shows
A new federal report released the week before Tuesday’s midterm elections found that Americans experienced declines in several categories of violent and property crime victimization in 2025, including aggravated assaults, burglaries and motor vehicle thefts. The preliminary…
- New Mexico Gov.-elect Haaland names state labor secretary as chief of staff
On Nov. 6, 2026, New Mexico Gov.-elect Deb Haaland named current Department of Workforce Solutions Secretary Sarita Nair as her chief of staff.
- City of Albuquerque expanding time for youth sports at city gyms
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque is expanding gym space for youth sports. The city said that several community centers will be offering designated weekly practice space for youth teams. The new approach reflects the city's commitment to maximizing existing…
- DWI corruption scheme: Where the cases stand
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Fourteen people are now facing federal charges in the massive DWI corruption scandal that rocked New Mexico's justice system. A former BCSO deputy is the latest in a list of nearly a dozen former law enforcement officers who are all accused of…
- New analyses contend New Mexico US Sen. Heinrich’s permitting bill would cut emissions, costs
New analyses of a permitting reform bill U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) has championed say that its provisions would reduce emissions and costs to ratepayers, as well as recover billions of dollars from data center developers.
- Sheryl Williams Stapleton to be sentenced next year
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The woman who stole millions of dollars from Albuquerque Public Schools will be sentenced next year. Earlier this year, a federal jury convicted Sheryl Williams Stapleton of fraud and money laundering after she and Joseph Johnson funneled money into…
- Still focused on D.C. projects, Trump signs order preserving Oval Office
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to establish the Oval Office and White House Cabinet Room as a national monument in order to prevent any major renovations to those spaces that are not approved by Congress. Trump, who tore down the East Wing…
- Democrats romped in state elections. What will they do with their newfound power?
The blue wave that swept across Tuesday’s midterm election will deliver Democrats new power over state government, giving them the opportunity to advance long-sought policy changes. Democrats flipped hundreds of seats, won control of several GOP-held chambers, broke veto-proof…
- New Mexico utility regulators advance transfer of troubled water company that ran dry last year
New Mexico utility regulators on Thursday approved an expedited process for reviewing a potential takeover of a small-town water company that suffered a “complete” water outage in 2025.
- New Mexico observers report ‘generally smooth’ 2026 election
The 260 certified observers enlisted to watch key steps of New Mexico’s 2026 general election said the process went “smoothly overall,” according to a news release this week from Observe New Mexico Elections, though a small number of voters seeking to register and vote on…
- Trump’s gerrymandering push flops as Democrats win redrawn seats
Alabama Republicans had hoped Rep. Shomari Figures would deliver a concession speech on Tuesday night after the state legislature redrew his district to be more GOP-friendly. Instead, the Democrat declared victory — winning nearly 54% of the vote. “We know what happened with…
- New Mexico Gov. Lujan Grisham opts in to Trump education tax credit, prompting rebuke from educators
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Wednesday that the state will join a new federal scholarship tax program created by the Trump administration, a move New Mexico teachers’ unions are describing as a “betrayal.”
- Young home shoppers still priced out without help, according to survey
The age of the typical first-time homebuyer last year remained stuck at a historic high of 40 years old as younger people continue to get the worst of brutally high prices and interest rates in much of the country. That’s according to new data from the National Association of…
- New Mexico Rep. Reeb backtracks on resignation from Legislature
New Mexico state Rep. Andrea Reeb, a Republican, announces she's staying in the Legislature after all, after announcing resignation in October.
- Great Southwest Coin Expo returns to Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Coin Club is holding its Great Southwest Coin Expo November 13 - 15 at the Marriott Pyramid North. The event brings currency dealers from around the region and gives guests a chance to view, purchase, sell and trade different types of…
- Albuquerque voters approve measure elevating ACS director to chief level
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque voters approved a measure that elevates the Albuquerque Community Safety director to a chief-level position. With the change, the mayor will need to nominate an Albuquerque Public Safety Chief, and the Albuquerque City Council will decide…
- New Mexico pays $750K to settle lawsuit over crash that killed a 10-year-old girl
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The state is paying thousands to settle a lawsuit over a crash that left a 10-year-old dead. The lawsuit claims a state employee failed to secure their vehicle when a thief stole it from the fairgrounds and caused the crash. It was a tragic crash that…
- Former BCSO deputy indicted in connection to federal DWI corruption investigation
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Another Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office deputy has been charged in connection with the DWI corruption scheme, and it's not the first time he's been charged with a serious crime. The federal indictment filed on Tuesday accused BCSO Deputy Paul Jessen…
- New Mexico's Governor-elect makes first public appearance after election and cites goals moving forward
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Deb Haaland made her first public appearance Wednesday morning, since being elected the next Governor of New Mexico Tuesday night. Starting her morning off at one of her favorite places, Governor-elect Deb Haaland made her way around the Barelas Coffee…
- Pedestrian killed after crash in southeast Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian near San Mateo and Ross Ave. Officers responded to the crash around 6:30 p.m. They said an elderly man had been hit by a vehicle and taken to the hospital with…
