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Duke Rodriguez, a Republican candidate for New Mexico governor wants to eliminate the state's gross receipts tax on retail sales entirely — and says the state can afford it right now. (Kevin Hendricks)

Elections & Politics, New Mexico State Gov.

Republican governor candidate calls for eliminating New Mexico’s gross receipts tax on retail sales

by Kevin Hendricks May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

Elections & Politics, New Mexico Statewide News

Three Republicans clash on crime, taxes and education in New Mexico governor’s race

by Kevin Hendricks May 11, 2026

A two-vehicle crash at NM Highway 528 and Corrales Road Saturday morning killed one person and left two others hospitalized, according to the Rio Rancho Police Department. (Photo courtesy of Curt Young).

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Speeding, racing and fatal crashes: Inside the effort to tame deadly NM 528

by Kevin Hendricks May 6, 2026May 6, 2026