ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Sept. 25 -- Albuquerque Public Schools issued the following news: * * * Turning Cafeteria Scraps into Garden Soil September 24, 2026 APS Launches Food Waste Diversion Initiative - Every day, the Central Kitchen at Albuquerque Public Schools prepares 46,000 meals to nourish students across more than 140 schools. Now, thanks to a new pilot initiative, waste from that meal prep will help nourish local soil instead of filling up landfills. Roughly 1,680 pounds of food waste has already been diverted from the landfill more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release: * * * Sep 24, 2026 Investing in Families, Investing in the Future: A Conversation With Gov. Michelle Washington, D.C. -- As families face an affordability crisis and the cost of child care continues to spiral, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-NM) has overseen the landmark achievement of establishing New Mexico as the first state to offer universal child care--a milestone that stands in stark contrast to actions taken by the Trump administration. At a  more PR

NEW YORK, Sept. 25 -- Courier, an independent advocacy news and media network, issued the following commentary by investigative reporter Jackie Appel: * * * September 24, 2026 Zorro Ranch investigation sparks action on outdated sex crime laws A technicality in New Mexico's legal code allowed one of the most notorious sex traffickers in modern history to operate inconspicuously in the state for decades. This year, lawmakers are taking steps to close that loophole. On June 30, 2008, Jeffrey Epstein plead guilty to soliciting prostitution and more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Heinrich Introduces Legislation to Support Investments to Build a More Resilient, Reliable Grid * The bill creates an investment tax credit to boost construction of significant transmission projects across the nation, could create 1 million jobs & help cut electricity costs by 0ver $27 billion annually WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, introd more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Heinrich, Kim Introduce Legislation to Address Rising Costs of School Meals, Help End Childhood Hunger in America * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, and U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D-N.J.) introduced the Healthy Meals Help Kids Learn Act, legislation to make it easier for students to acc more PR

LAKEWOOD, Ohio, Sept. 24 (TNSbrep) -- The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis issued the following news release: * * * Plugging the gap: As rising number of inactive wells grows, New Mexico cost cleanups soar Key Takeaways: * The number of orphan wells in New Mexico is growing faster than the state can plug them. * Well-plugging costs are rising rapidly, with one 2025 estimate putting the low end of liabilities at $700 million. * The annual average number of wells falling into inactive status--where last production took more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Leger Fernandez Calls for Pause on Data Center Development, Unveils "No Blank Checks for Data Centers" Principles * SANTA FE, NM -Today, Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernandez (NM-03) unveiled her No Blank Checks for Data Centers Principles, a set of clear standards to protect New Mexico families, water, land, and local communities as companies seek to build massive data centers across the state. The Congresswoman called for a moratoriu more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * September 24, 2026 Lujan Statement on Voting for the 14th Time to End Trump's War with Iran Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) issued the following statement after voting for the 14th time to end President Trump's war with Iran: "I just voted for the 14th time to end Donald Trump's disastrous war with Iran and bring our troops home. "At least 19 servicemembers have lost their lives, many remain in harm's way, gas is over  more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * September 24, 2026 Lujan, Moreno Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Recognize September as Latin Music Appreciation Month Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) and Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) introduced a bipartisan resolution to celebrate the contributions of Hispanics and Latinos to the musical heritage of the United States and to designate September 2026 as Latin Music Appreciation Month. The resolution recognizes various Latin more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation posted the following news release: * * * NFWF Announces $13.3 Million in Grants Through the Western Big Game Seasonal Habitat and Migration Corridors Fund * WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 24, 2026) - The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced $13.3 million in funding for 14 grants that will conserve critical winter ranges and migration corridors for mule deer, elk, pronghorn, moose and other wildlife across Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nev more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Sept. 24 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU Dance Program to showcase talent at national conference * PHOTO CUTLINE: From left, New Mexico State University sophomore dance major Kimora Pettigrew, senior dance minor Sebastian Rodriguez and sophomore dance major Maya Rivera, are co-captains of the NMSU Dancesport Ensemble. The three will attend the National Dance Education Organization National Conference this week in Albuquerque. (Courtesy photo) PHOTO DESCRIPTION: Head and sh more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Sept. 24 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU graduate, program manager's art achievements recognized with state award * As a child, Adrian Aguirre gravitated toward art. A natural-born creator, Aguirre fostered that talent as a student at New Mexico State University and now has spent a decade sharing his expertise as a program manager for NMSU's Innovative Media Research and Extension. As studio manager, Aguirre art directs and oversees the production of all games, interactiv more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Sept. 24 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU hosts the 16th International Ablation Workshop * Writer: Allison Brady, engr_media@nmsu.edu When spacecraft re-enters Earth's atmosphere we need materials that can withstand the extreme temperatures achieved above 8,000 degrees Fahrenheit. Ablative materials are a solution to this problem in which the material burns away in a controlled manner protecting the spacecraft and the payload. New Mexico State University's Department of M more PR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Gabriel Vasquez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Gabe Vasquez Secures Critical Resources for New Mexico Water Infrastructure in House-Passed Bill * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) helped pass the Water Resources Development Act of 2026, securing up to $50 million in new water infrastructure authorizations for communities in New Mexico focused on drought and wildfire recovery, flood protection and the long-term health of the Rio Grande. "I fought to put New more PR

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Sept. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Sandia National Laboratories issued the following news release: * * * Sandia Labs hits trifecta for 2026 Forbes lists * ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -Like most large companies, Sandia National Laboratories strives to provide a desirable, supportive workplace where employees can excel and advance professionally while receiving competitive salaries and benefits. Forbes recognized Sandia on three 2026 lists: America's Best Large Employers, America's Dream Employers, and America's Best Em more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 24 [Category: Insurance] -- The American Property Casualty Insurance Association posted the following news release: * * * Super El Nino & Insurance: What You Need to Know * Consumers Should Take Steps Now to Protect Homes, Vehicles and Finances Before Winter Storm Risks Increase SACRAMENTO, Calif. -The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) is urging homeowners, renters and drivers across California, Arizona, Utah and New Mexico to prepare now for a potentially significant El Nino weather pattern more PR

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Sept. 24 -- The University of New Mexico School of Law posted the following news release: * * * Three New Faculty Members Join the School of Law * Professor Alexandra D'Italia joins the School of Law as the Director of the Legal Analysis and Communication Program with more than 20 years of experience in legal writing education. Before joining UNM School of Law, she served as an Associate Professor of Law, Director of the Writing Center, and Director of the Moot Court Honors Program at Southwestern Law School in Los  more PR

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Sept. 24 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news: * * * UNM alum creates interactive exploration of Route 66 through New Mexico * Journey through the Route 66 New Mexico towns in Route 66 Connected, a multimedia presentation to celebrate the Centennial. The presentation offers a unique look at the historic significance and multicultural nature of the "Mother Road" in New Mexico and their connections with the modern era. Donatella Davanzo, received her doctorate degree in American Studies from The U more PR