New Mexico Jury Delivers $375 Million Verdict Against Meta In Landmark Case
Feliz Rael
President
New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association
From New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association:
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- Lawyers Fight and Win for Kids to be Protected From Meta
- New Mexico Jurors Are the Heroes
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SANTA FE — In a major victory for consumers and families, a jury has awarded a $375 million verdict against Meta, finding the social media giant failed to disclose the potential mental health harms its platforms pose to minors.
The case, brought by New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez in partnership with nationally recognized trial firm Motley Rice LLC, resulted in $187.5 million in damages for each of Read More
FBI: Shiprock Woman Sentenced For Assault
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock woman was sentenced to two years in prison for assaulting and stabbing another woman.
There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court records, on Nov. 21, 2024, Angelia Garcia, 35, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, repeatedly stabbed Jane Doe in an unprovoked attack. As a result of the attack, the victim sustained serious wounds, including a wound to the back of her neck. During a subsequent interview with agents, Garcia admitted to stabbing the victim.
Garcia subsequently pled guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon. Upon her release from Read More
Consuelo’s Place & Homewise Celebrate Milestone: A Shared Journey From Homelessness To Homeownership
HOUSING News:
SANTA FE — Consuelo’s Place and Homewise are proud to announce a milestone achieved by a former Consuelo’s Place client (“S”) who transitioned from homelessness to homeownership, a powerful example of what collaboration and financially empowering support can accomplish.
Consuelo’s Place provides private, non-congregate shelter and individualized case management for individuals and families transitioning into permanent housing. Homewise provides homebuyer education, financial coaching, and lending programs designed to help families achieve affordable homeownership. Read More
Rep. Vasquez Seeks Increased Funding For Regional Information Sharing Systems
STATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On March 24, 2026, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) led a letter—joined by 104 lawmakers from both sides of the aisle—to the Appropriations Committee requesting $55 million in funding for the Regional Information Sharing Systems (RISS) Program. RISS program funds are utilized by 94 law enforcement agencies across New Mexico to arrest violent criminals, get illegal drugs off our streets, resolve criminal investigations, and ensure officer and public safety.
“For many local law enforcement agencies in New Mexico, especially in our rural communities and smaller Read More
Final Update For Nacimiento Wildfire—Now 100% Contained
Courtesy/SFNF
SFNF News:
Location: The wildfire is in the Cuba Ranger District, south of New Mexico State Road 126 and the Nacimiento Mine
Start Date: March 22, 2026
Size: 18 acres
Containment: 100 %
Cause: Under investigation
Vegetation: Burning in oak, ponderosa pine, pinyon-juniper, and Douglas fir.
Resources: 60 personnel
Highlights: Fire crews remain actively engaged using a direct extinguishment strategy on the 18‑acre wildfire. On Sunday, firefighters, supported by large airtankers dropping retardant, were able to stop the fire’s forward progress. Handlines, along Read More
To’hajiilee Man Accused Of Shooting Two Navajo Nation Police Officers Faces Federal Charges
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A To’hajiilee man faces federal charges in connection with the shooting of two Navajo Nation Police Department officers.
According to court records, on March 6, 2026, Russell Secatero, 29, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, allegedly shot and injured two Navajo Nation Police Department officers during a law enforcement response to reports of gunfire near a residence in To’hajiilee, New Mexico.
Authorities allege Secatero hid inside a closet attached to the residence and fired at officers with a rifle, striking Officer John Doe in the arm and back and injuring Read More
New Mexico State Fairgrounds District Board Approves First Phase Of Redevelopment
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The State Fairgrounds District Board Monday voted 6-1 to approve the first phase of a redevelopment plan that will transform the central Albuquerque site into a walkable, mixed-use destination designed to improve public safety, create new jobs and generate economic activity.
The redevelopment initiative will reorganize and consolidate existing State Fairgrounds facilities to make room for new development, create a walkable mixed-use core and establish a modern stadium to anchor the project. The plan’s financing includes $92 million in bonding capacity and $114 Read More
FBI: Albuquerque Man Pleads Guilty In Trafficking Case
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A California man with ties to Albuquerque pleaded guilty in federal court to sex trafficking two minors and transporting them to New Mexico for commercial sex acts, and a second defendant pleaded guilty to concealing the offense.
According to court documents, in December 2024, Roderick Norseweather Jr., 26, recruited two minors in California and transported, provided for, and maintained them for the purpose of engaging in commercial sex acts. Norseweather purchased cell phones for the minors, required them to use the Life360 app—an application designed to monitor Read More
LAPD Awarded Third CALEA Re-Accreditation
Gathered for the award ceremony, from left, CALEA Commissioner Matthew Packard, Colonel, Colorado State Patrol, Los Alamos ECC Accreditation Manager Erica Manzanares, LAPD Deputy Chief James Rodriguez, LAPD Chief Dino Sgambellone, Los Alamos Deputy County Manager Juan Rael, Los Alamos Deputy ECC Manager Seth Martinez, and CALEA Executive Director Craig Hartley. Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) was awarded the Gold Standard in Public Safety Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) during a special ceremony Read More
New Mexico OKs Labeling Of PFAS In Consumer Products
NMED News:
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- State among first to implement universal labeling requirements
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SANTA FE — New Mexico’s Environmental Improvement Board today approved landmark rules requiring manufacturers to label consumer products containing intentionally added PFAS — the ‘forever chemicals’ often linked to serious health conditions including certain types of cancer — giving shoppers the ability to identify products made with PFAS.
In addition, the rules implement state law, which phases out and prohibits the sale of certain products containing PFAS.
“Today marks a monumental day for New Mexico, putting Read More