Topic: Bill Richardson (Politician)

After 130 years, will Billy the Kid finally get a governor's pardon?

Outgoing New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson is considering a pardon for celebrated outlaw Billy the Kid. An informal e-mail poll shows support. But time is running out.

South Korea launches fresh round of military drills as North Korea seems to soften

South Korea launched a planned round of multi-day military exercises Wednesday, while rebuffing the North's recent conciliatory gestures.

Who got pardons or clemency in 2010? A surprise list of people and animals.

In America, second chances are, if not quite a constitutional right, a cherished value. And the power of presidents and governors to pardon lawbreakers and commute sentences can take on special significance. Such enormous executive powers are often misused, critics say, but they can also provide snapshots of Americans' political and cultural priorities. Many pardons occur around Christmas, in a nod to the spirit of the season. Also, around that time, many American's aren't paying much attention to the news – and some outgoing leaders are making their final decisions. Here are the Top 6 cases of pardon or clemency in 2010.

US, South Korea skeptical of North Korea's nuclear offer

US envoy Bill Richardson said its offer to allow nuclear inspections was a 'step in the right direction.' But the US and the South note a 'string of broken promises.'

North Korea threats unlikely to dissuade South from planned military drill

North Korea and South Korea have both raised the stakes in a Yellow Sea confrontation, with each side wanting to save face.

North Korea invites Bill Richardson to visit: What message is it sending?

Bill Richardson, a former US ambassador to the UN, has been invited to visit North Korea by the nation's top nuclear negotiator. It could be a bid to avoid confrontation after weeks of tensions.

Spaceport America being developed for commercial spaceflight in New Mexico

Spaceport America will play host to a number of aerospace companies, including Virgin Galatic and Lockheed Martin.

Diane Denish loses to GOP's Susana Martinez in NM gov race

Diane Denish was defeated by Republican Susana Martinez who got 54 percent of the vote Tuesday night, according to unofficial returns. She was the first woman to be elected New Mexico's governor.

Immigration reform heats up again as elections and trials approach

Immigration reform lawsuit costs will be paid by private citizens, who have already raised $3.6 million to support the Arizona laws in court.

Health insurance: a push to restrict choice in 2014?

Health insurance reform will give consumers one-stop shopping to compare and sign up for insurance plans. But in states like New Mexico, not all plans may be included.

Renewable energy: New Mexico to build two solar power facilities

Renewable energy: New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson announced Wednesday that his state will be home to two new solar facilities.

How Scott Rothstein rode $1.2 billion Ponzi scheme to wealth and power

Scott Rothstein pleaded guilty Wednesday to a $1.2 billion Ponzi scheme that helped support a flamboyant lifestyle and powerful political connections in south Florida.

No more power lines?

Buried super-cooled electrical cables may replace towering transmission lines and carry solar and wind energy efficiently over long distances.

Top 5 things to know about Scott Rothstein

South Florida megalawyer Scott Rothstein is indicted on charges that he used a $1.2 billion Ponzi scheme to peddle influence.

US brushes off North Korea's overtures

Many see Pyongyang's recent friendly gestures as a tactical move. The US moved Tuesday to freeze the assets of two North Korean entities, while South Korea accused the North of unleashing a deadly flash flood.

Bill brings reporters home from N. Korea. Hillary demurs on nuke talks.

'Dear Leader' Kim got his photo op. But will he get his way on bilateral nuclear talks?

North Korea sentences US journalists to 12 years

The regime found the two reporters guilty of unspecified 'grave' crimes and sentenced them to 'reform through labor.'

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Obama names Sebelius to HHS - Howard Dean keeps his cool

Judd Gregg says no to Commerce job

With Daschle's withdrawal, can Obama repair image as ‘change’ agent?

The nominee for secretary of Health and Human Services bowed out Tuesday over tax missteps, as did another Obama pick.

Obama's first big moves

His first acts – including an order to close Guantánamo Bay – seek to signal change.

Confirmation hearings foreshadow future flash points between Obama, Congress

Most of the president-elect’s picks seem poised for easy votes – with a few exceptions.

Geithner tax problems a chink in Obama's armor

Breaking Obama news: Selection of First Dog is imminent