Melanie Stansbury won reelection to a U.S. House seat representing New Mexico on Wednesday. Bolstered by the support of labor unions, Stansbury's victory further solidifies control over an Albuquerque ...

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New Mexico has an income tax with a top rate of 5.9%, but the state waives your income taxes if you reach 100 years of age. Property taxes in New Mexico are relatively low, and the state's gas tax ...

Washington State is home to some of the nation’s most beautiful landscapes, yet it’s still possible to find quiet trails and ...

I am always on the lookout for experiences that capture the spirit of the place. I especially love it when it’s clear whoever dreamed up a concept put a lot of ...

Belinda "Bindy" Bass was driving to Bonito Lake this past Tuesday when she pulled to the side of the road to speak on her cell phone with the Journal. Bass is parks and recreation director for the ...

For the third straight day, the Blue Front Fire near Ruidoso has not grown in size, according to the U.S. Forest Service. The ...

The Blue Front Fire, burning outside of Ruidoso, is now 50 percent contained, according to an update issued by the U.S.

If it’s wide open spaces, blue skies, scenic golf and spicy food you’re after, New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment, might be ...

A $33.6 billion initiative aims to harden the nation's defenses against a warming world. Some communities are still waiting for help.

Fall temperatures did not discourage anglers across southern and southeastern New Mexico this week. Between Carlsbad and ...

Watching from a nearby hillside, Dave Anderson saw everything he owned burn up in less than 10 minutes this past summer. The former Ruidoso resident, who still doesn't know if he wants to return, lost ...