Tougher Laws, Tougher Problems: The Futility of Incarceration According to the ACLU, New Mexico’s lawmakers are trying to make crime laws stricter again. But this approach is not only bad, it’s also not working. Research shows that when we put Americans in prison, it can make them more likely to commit crimes again. This is … Read more
A routine morning turned tragic in Las Cruces, New Mexico, as a sports utility vehicle (SUV) plowed through the front glass wall of a thrift store, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries. Details of the Crash Incident The Las Cruces Police Department confirmed that the accident, which occurred on Tuesday, left 14 individuals wounded, … Read more
Albuquerque, New Mexico – In a swift and daring chase, a mounted police officer in Albuquerque, New Mexico, apprehended a shoplifter in just under one minute, showcasing the effectiveness of equine law enforcement in urban settings. The pursuit unfolded outside a Walgreens store when the officer and his majestic steed observed a suspect bolting out … Read more
The New Mexico House of Representatives has approved a bill aimed at overhauling the state’s tax system, with a focus on reducing personal income taxes and revising investment tax breaks. The bill, proposed by Democratic state Rep. Derrick Lente of Sandia Pueblo, passed with a vote of 48-21 and is now set for consideration in … Read more
Let’s explore the most dangerous cities in New Mexico, the dark side of the Southwest. New Mexico, which features stunning mountains, and National Forests, and is the birthplace of Smokey the Bear, has the third-highest crime rate in America. Typically, one equates New Mexico with the potential for sighting UFOs in Roswell and sweltering temperatures. … Read more