The Latest Breaking News from New Mexico

'Rust' to resume filming in spring with new cinematographer and documentary, producers say

LOS ANGELES — Rust Productions, the company behind the troubled Western on which Alec Baldwin accidentally shot and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, on Tuesday said the film will restart production in the spring with some of the original crew returning.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 14, 2023

Rust to resume filming with Alec Baldwin and new cinematographer

Original cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed when a live round was discharged on set of western in New Mexico

The Guardian - US · Feb 14, 2023

New Mexico may seek veto power over spent nuke fuel storage

The New Mexico Senate approved a proposed ban on the local disposal of spent nuclear fuel, unless the state provides its consent first

The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2023

New Mexico State Suspends Men’s Basketball Season

The program has suspended play amid ’new allegations’ that have prompted an investigation by the school.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 11, 2023

Alec Baldwin says part of shooting charge unconstitutional

Alec Baldwin has asked a judge in New Mexico to dismiss a five-year firearm sentencing enhancement in the charges against him, saying it is unconstitutionally based on a law passed after the shooting on the set of the film “Rust.”

The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2023

US takes another step toward gearing up nuclear pit factory

The U.S. agency in charge of producing key components for the nation's nuclear arsenal has taken another step toward getting equipment installed at a New Mexico laboratory as part of a multibillion-dollar mission

The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2023

Alec Baldwin challenges New Mexico prosecutors over additional gun-related charge in 'Rust' case

Alec Baldwin is asking a New Mexico court to throw out an enhancement to the involuntary manslaughter charges against him that would lead to a five-year prison sentence if he was convicted.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 10, 2023

Alec Baldwin claims involuntary manslaughter charge enhancement is 'unlawful'

Alec Baldwin's legal team have accused New Mexico prosecutors of committing an 'elementary legal error' when they charged him with a firearm enhancement

Irish Mirror · Feb 10, 2023

Victim's Family Sues Alec Baldwin over 'Rust' Shooting

The parents and sister of the cinematographer who was shot dead on the set of a low-budget western are suing star Alec Baldwin and the movie's producers, lawyers said Thursday. Halyna Hutchins was killed when a Colt .45 that Baldwin was holding went off during rehearsals in New Mexico in…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 10, 2023

Alec Baldwin sued by relatives of slain ‘Rust’ cinematographer

Ukrainian relatives of Halyna Hutchins seek damages from Baldwin, who killed Hutchins when a gun discharged on set.

Al Jazeera · Feb 10, 2023