Free Film Screening Asks: What Does It Take To Tell The Truth From Inside A Genocide?
By KELLY MEYERS
Los Alamos
Los Alamos and surrounding community members are invited to a free screening of “Unmaking Of,” a documentary film that takes viewers behind the camera into the brutal reality of making journalism and art under siege, at 7 p.m., next Tuesday, April 21, at SALA.
The film follows filmmakers working inside Gaza during an active genocide, documenting not just what they see, but what it costs to see it, to record it, and to share it with a world that has largely been shielded from the full weight of what is happening. “Unmaking Of” is less a conventional documentary and more an Read More
Senate Republicans Identify Key Topics For Interim Consideration By Health & Human Services Committee
NMSR News:
SANTA FE — The Republican members of the Legislative Health & Human Services (LHHS) Committee are recommending that the committee include several topics in its annual work plan.
Among these topics are long-needed reforms to the state’s troubled Children, Youth, & Families Department (CYFD), which was the subject of a scathing report highlighting “systemic failures” and which is also being investigated for alleged misuse of funds. Republicans also have raised concerns that the agency’s child placement decisions run afoul of the “best interest of the child.”
“Mahatma Read More
Ryti: FY2027 Budget Hearing And Other Engagement Opportunities
By RANDALL RYTI
Chair
Los Alamos County Council
The annual budget hearings are scheduled for April 27, 28, and 29. The proposed FY2027 budget for Los Alamos County reflects a necessary shift in fiscal strategy—one that acknowledges a new economic reality after several years of unusually strong revenue growth.
At its core, this budget is about stabilization. Gross Receipts Tax (GRT), which accounts for roughly three-quarters of the County’s General Fund revenue, has proven to be volatile. After peaking in the post-pandemic period, revenues declined sharply—down nearly 18% in FY2025, Read More
New Mexico Governor Signs Record $1.5B For Higher Ed
From the Office of the Governor:Commissioner Garcia Richard, Department Of Defense, N.M. Land Conservancy Partner On 2nd Largest Land Conservation Agreement In State History
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard has announced that she has partnered with the United States Department of Defense and the New Mexico Land Conservancy for the second time to protect an additional 60,000 acres of state trust land covering portions of Socorro and Torrance Counties in the White Sands region known as Turkey Ridge from future large developments.
The State Land Office received $3.2 million to benefit public education and other institutions under the agreement.
In January 2025, Commissioner Garcia Richard, the Department of Defense, Read More
Heinrich Meets With White Sands Missile Range Leadership
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, 3rd from left, meets with White Sands Missile Range leadership for update on the range’s critical role in strengthening New Mexico jobs and advancing national security, April 10, 2026. Courtesy photo
U.S. SENATE News:
LAS CRUCES — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, met with White Sands Missile Range Senior Commander Colonel Andrew R. Morgan, Command Sergeant Major Hermes F. Acevedo, U.S. Navy Commander Patrick D. Smith, Chief of Staff Patrick Curran, and U.S. Navy Detachment Site Director Abran Parra to receive Read More
New Mexico Approves First Air Quality Fee Increase In Decades
Environment Secretary James Kenney
NMED News:
“New Mexico has not raised any air quality permit fees since 2009, despite seeing an over 2,000 percent increase in oil and gas-related general construction permits and a 126 percent increase in total permitting actions since 2012.” –Environment Secretary James Kenney
SANTA FE — New Mexico’s Environmental Improvement Board — the state’s independent board that reviews and approves environmental rules — on Monday approved a proposal brought by the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) to increase air quality permitting fees for the first Read More
Luján, Warren, Escobar, Underwood Lead 32 Lawmakers In Pressing Homeland Security Watchdog To Investigate Detainee Locator System Failures
U.S. SENATE News:
SANTA FE — U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), along with Reps. Veronica Escobar (D-Texas) and Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.), led 32 members of Congress, including U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), in pressing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Inspector General to investigate Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) failure to provide accurate information about where detainees are being held.
“Without a functional locator system, DHS is effectively creating ‘disappearances’ on U.S. soil,” the lawmakers wrote.
The DHS Online Read More
Leger Fernández Calls For Resignation Of Reps. Gonzales, Swalwell Following Reports Of Sexual Abuse Of Staff
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández
STATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03), Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus, called for the immediate resignation of Representatives Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell following allegations that they sexually abused their staff members.
“Men in power rely on the silence of the women they have abused
“Both Reps. Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell believed it was acceptable to sexually abuse staff and still run for and serve in elected office. They clearly did not expect there would be any consequences for their actions.
“Thankfully, Read More
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján To Introduce Resolution Highlighting National Public Health Week
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. SENATE News:
SANTA FE — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) announced that he plans to introduce a resolution highlighting National Public Health Week, celebrated this year from April 6 through today.
This resolution is meant to raise awareness about the importance of public health amid continued attacks by the Trump administration and recognize how public health improves daily lives, safeguards families, and strengthens communities.
Sen. Luján’s resolution also recognizes the important work of public health workers and highlights the need to strengthen the Read More
New Mexico Environment Department Watch Alert: 153 Enforcement Actions Initiated; 69 Resolved In March 2026
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is highlighting the ongoing success of its Enforcement Watch initiative, a transparency-focused program that provides the public with consistent and timely information about the Department’s enforcement actions across environmental protection, public health, and worker safety programs.
By making enforcement data accessible, Enforcement Watch reinforces NMED’s commitment to New Mexico residents for accountability and regulatory compliance statewide.
Launched in May 2023, Enforcement Watch shares monthly Read More
County Board Of Public Utilities To Meet April 15
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
Members of the public may view proceedings online or attend and provide public comment in person or via Zoom.
The agenda has been published and the complete packet is available here.
Update: Lunch With A Leader Robert Gibson April 16
LWV News:
The League of Women Voters of Los Alamos (LWV) invites the community to its Lunch with a Leader event, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 16, at the Unitarian Fellowship Hall on Sage Loop.
This month’s leader has changed to Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities (BPU) Chair Robert Gibson, who will be discussing local issues with public utilities in light of recent changes.
Gibson served on the BPU 20 years ago, between serving terms on the County Council. He has also served on several other public boards and committees and as a bill analyst at the New Mexico State Legislature.
Gibson Read More
Luján, Heinrich, Leger Fernández Call On Forest Service Opposing Carson National Forest Uranium Drilling Proposal, Demanding Full Environmental Review To Protect Chama Watershed
STATE News:
SANTA FE — On April 9, U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, and U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), a member of the House Committee on Natural Resources, wrote to Carson National Forest Supervisor James Duran expressing strong opposition to a proposal to conduct uranium drilling within the Carson National Forest.
The lawmakers also urged the Forest Service to require a full Environmental Read More
DPLA To Host Democratic Candidate Meet & Greets
Heinrich Tours Re-Envisioned Schoolyard At Polk Middle School, Announces Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) plants seeds with Polk Middle School students in their re-envisioned schoolyard, April 9, 2026. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) met with Polk Middle School students in Albuquerque to tour their re-envisioned schoolyard and announce introduction of his Revitalizing America’s Schoolyards Act, legislation to help New Mexico schools transform schoolyards into vibrant, nature-rich spaces for learning, play, and community use.
For many kids, the closest outdoor space is an asphalt schoolyard—offering little Read More
New Mexico Aging Dept. Relaunches Statewide Volunteer Program & Opens Nominations For Volunteer Awards
ALTSD News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) has relaunched its statewide volunteer program with a new centralized hub connecting New Mexicans to service opportunities — and is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Volunteer Recognition Awards through April 22.
Last fiscal year, 1,018 volunteers contributed nearly 600,000 hours of service across programs, including the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Senior Companion Program, and the Foster Grandparents Program. Combined, their work contributed an estimated Read More
Santa Fe National Forest And Spanish Land Grant Sign Historic Memorandum Of Understanding
From left, Monica T. Rodriguez, Secretary of the San Joaquin del Rio de Chama Land Grant, Leonard Martinez, President of the San Joaquin del Rio de Chama Land Grant, Shaun Sanchez, Forest Supervisor, Santa Fe National Forest. Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — The Santa Fe National Forest and the San Joaquín del Río de Chama Land Grant signed a first ever Memorandum of Understanding March 27, to advance both organizations’ goals of improved coordination, communication, and collaboration on land and natural resource management.
“This is truly a momentous occasion,” said Santa Fe National Read More
RPLA Announces April 2026 Events
By LISA SHIN
Chair
Republican Party of Los Alamos
Dear Friends:
We had a wonderful time with NM Rep. (District 63) and NM CD-3 Candidate Martin Zamora on March 28.
According to the most recent National Community Survey in Los Alamos County, over 97 percent of residents would like local businesses, fiscal stewardship, and communication and engagement to be prioritized in our community. However, the lowest performing areas continue to be the vibrancy of downtown/commercial areas, cost of living, shopping opportunities, and overall quality and variety of business and service establishments. Read More
County Council Directs Staff To Probe Four-Way Stop At Urban Street And North Road
Los Alamos County Council unanimously approved directing the County to investigate and research the possibility of installing a four-way stop at the intersection of North Road and Urban Street during its regular meeting Tuesday night. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com
Over the years, a wide range of people have spurred Los Alamos County Council to act on various issues. During the regular council meeting Tuesday night, council was again moved to act due to a citizen’s petition.
Council voted 7-0 to direct staff and/or Read More