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NM Panel Backs $40M Push for Rural Behavioral Health Access
A state committee approves major funding aimed at closing gaps in rural mental health and substance-use care across New Mexico.
States Race to Lock Down Election Rules Before 2026
With Trump back in office, state legislatures are moving beyond contingency plans to harden voting systems and certification processes against political pressure.
Contractor Jets Shadow Arizona Border in Secret Mission
Contractor-operated aircraft patrol Arizona's southern border on an undisclosed mission, raising questions about transparency and accountability in border surveillance.
AI in New Mexico Schools: Big Spending, Murky Returns
Districts pour millions into AI tools while educators admit they lack clear criteria for what actually improves learning.
Classrooms as Sanctuary: New Mexico Joins Push to Block ICE
As immigration enforcement intensifies, New Mexico districts weigh policies to shield students, balancing legal limits, trust, and federal pressure.
The Long Road to Delivery: New Mexico's Maternity Care Desert
Rural families face grueling drives for childbirth as hospital closures and specialist shortages reshape maternal healthcare across New Mexico.
Reflecting Pool Charges Dropped: Contractor Error Blamed
Prosecutors drop vandalism charges for damaged reflecting pool, citing contractor error. Analysis of accountability and public trust.
Heat Safety Rules for Workers Face Another Delay in New Mexico
State environment officials propose postponing heat safety protections again, drawing criticism from worker advocates and raising questions about enforcement.
Urban Cooper’s Hawk Deaths: Human Activity Is the Culprit
A new study confirms that human infrastructure and behavior are the leading causes of death for Cooper’s hawks in cities, raising questions about coexistence.
Outbreaks Strain Health System Amid Cuts, Resistance
A surge of preventable diseases is testing the U.S. public health infrastructure as funding dwindles and vaccine skepticism grows.
New Mexico Alone Sees Obamacare Enrollment Rise as Nation Drops
While Obamacare enrollment fell in nearly every state, New Mexico bucked the trend. What's behind the Land of Enchantment's success?
Trump Pushes Senate to Delay Recess for SAVE Act Vote
Former President Trump urges the Senate to postpone its August break until the SAVE America Act passes, sparking debate over election integrity and federal authority.
National Death Rate Falls, but New Mexico Lags Behind
While the U.S. sees a historic dip in mortality, New Mexico's progress is uneven. Regional health disparities and policy choices explain the gap.
GOP Challenger Outraises Vasquez, But Cash Gap Persists
Republican challenger outraises NM Rep. Vasquez in latest quarter, but the incumbent's cash-on-hand advantage signals a tough fight ahead.
ICE Arrests Surge: New Mexico Faces New Reality
Federal data shows ICE arrests in New Mexico have hit record levels, raising urgent questions about community trust, local economies, and the state's unique border identity.
Heinrich, Tribes Push for Rules on Prediction Markets
Senator Heinrich and New Mexico tribes call for federal oversight of prediction markets, citing risks to tribal sovereignty and election integrity.
ICE Detainees Report Skin Woes Amid Torrance Water Crisis
Detainees at a Torrance County ICE facility report skin problems from tap water, as the area grapples with a broader water quality emergency.
Torrance County ICE Detainees Report Skin Woes Amid Water Crisis
Detainees at a Torrance County ICE facility say tap water is causing skin problems, as the region grapples with a broader water emergency.
Unhoused Student Fund Shows Early Promise in New Mexico
State education officials report initial positive outcomes from a dedicated fund for homeless students, but challenges remain in reaching all in need.
Judge Tosses DOJ Suit for NM Voter Rolls: Privacy Win?
Federal judge dismisses USDOJ lawsuit seeking New Mexico voter rolls, citing standing and privacy. Analysis of the ruling's impact on election integrity debates.
Salad Greens Under Scrutiny as Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Spreads
State health officials urge caution as cyclosporiasis cases linked to salad greens rise across New Mexico. Here's what consumers need to know.
From Alligator Alcatraz to Ecuador: One Cuban's Odyssey Through ICE's Arizona Maze
A Cuban detainee's journey from a remote Arizona detention center to deportation in Ecuador reveals the hidden complexities of U.S. immigration enforcement.
Survival Budget Shortfall: 40% of New Mexicans Still Struggling
Despite economic gains, a new report finds over 40% of New Mexico households earn below what's needed to meet basic needs, revealing persistent financial insecurity.
Haaland Outraises Hull 2-1 in Post-Primary Money Race
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Haaland doubles Hull's fundraising in the month after the primary, signaling strong donor confidence and a widening resource gap.
Trump's Mount Rushmore Warning: Communism as 'Mortal Threat'
President Trump's Mount Rushmore speech framed communism as an existential danger. New Mexico analysts weigh the regional and national implications.