Morning Word: State Sues EPA

State Sues EPA for Millions

New Mexico is suing the federal government and the owners of two mines over environmental and economic damages caused by the release of

from a southern Colorado mine.

Testimony Begins

The first day of the Tai Chan murder trial in Las Cruces was an emotional one. Prosecutors told jurors they’ll prove the former sheriff’s deputy

, after a heated hotel argument. But Chan’s attorneys suggested that Chan acted in self-defense.

Centurion Lands Corrections Contract

Justin Horwath reports, “The Corrections Department announced late Monday that it has

, to provide care for some 7,200 state prison inmates.”

Reviews Taking Too Long

A new police oversight board says 2nd Judicial District Attorney Kari Brandenburg’s

KOAT’s Matt Howerton reports 16 cases are still pending.

Ashman Returns to Santa Fe

Former New Mexico Secretary of Cultural Affairs

after working as president and CEO of the Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach, California, for five years.

Trump Starts Fundraising in Albuquerque

If you don’t want to wait in line to attend Donald Trump’s big rally in Albuquerque tonight and have an extra $10,000 lying around,

, Matt Reichbach reports. It’s a deal, since Trump’s next private dinner, in Los Angeles, is $25,000. Gov. Susana Martinez, who still hasn’t endorsed her party’s presumptive nominee, told KOB

the rally.

Clinton Campaigns for Hillary

Around the same time that protesters line up to speak out against Trump, former President Bill

, campaigning for Hillary Clinton. He'll also be in Albuquerque on Wednesday ahead of the June 7 primary.

Fuego Lose Home Opener

About 300 people showed up for the Santa Fe Fuego’s home opener last night, but the team continued its losing streak,

in a four-hour-long game.

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