NM: Gun Violence Prevention
NM gun-control advocates praise federal rule closing 'gun show loophole'
Background checks on those who purchase firearms at gun shows may soon be expanded. The Justice Department last week issued a directive to close the …
NM lawmakers move gun-control bills forward
Gun control legislation is making headway in the 2024 New Mexico legislative session. On Wednesday, the New Mexico Senate passed a bill to ban guns …
NM gun buybacks draw scores, but experts question effectiveness
New Mexico wants to curb gun violence by getting firearms off the street, and while recent gun buyback events drew lots of attendees, some experts …
Amid Legal Challenges, NM Governor Enacts Gun Restrictions
One day after New Mexico Gov. Michele Lujan Grisham announced a ban on the public carry of guns in and around Albuquerque, a pro-gun group is suing…
Report: Young Americans Feel Unsafe, Support Stricter Gun Laws
Some 74% of young people in the U.S. believe gun violence is a problem, and almost 60% want to see stricter gun laws, according to a new report from …
NM Sheriff: 'Suspected Live Round' Killed "Rust" Cinematographer
SANTA FE, N.M. -- The sheriff of Santa Fe County said the projectile that killed a cinematographer on a movie set last week was a "suspected live …
Could Curiosity Help Americans Bridge Deep Divides?
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Polarization is seen as a growing problem in the United States, and many blame social media. But polls show Americans agree on …
Will New Mexico Be Next "Red-Flag" State?
SANTA FE, N.M. - A "red flag" gun bill is headed to the New Mexico Senate floor for debate - but not without a major revision from the original …
New Mexico Explores Measures to Combat Domestic Terrorism
SANTA FE, N.M. — The risk of domestic terrorism will be discussed at a summit in Santa Fe on Wednesday with the goal of preventing a deadly …
Albuquerque Nixes Hosting Future NRA Gun Events
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The National Rifle Association will hold its final National Police Shooting Championship in Albuquerque next week after the …
Study: Guns, Mass Shootings and Domestic Violence Linked
ALBUQUERQUE – New Mexico has the eighth-highest gun death rate in the country, and new analysis shows there is a strong link between mass …
Gathering at Taos Plaza for Gun Violence Walkout
TAOS, N. M. – Students, parents and spiritual leaders gather at the Taos Plaza today to show support for the 17 people killed in the Parkland…