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New Mexico Child Support Services collects school supplies for students

The New Mexico Child Support Services Division (CSSD) is gathering school supplies to aid students statewide.


Attorney General Torrez responds to Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship

Attorney General Raúl Torrez expressed disappointment following the Supreme Court's decision to allow the enforcement of a presidential executive order that limits birthright citizenship in certain regions.


New Mexico increases surcharges for emergency services funding

The 911 emergency surcharge in New Mexico is set to rise from $0.51 to $1.


CYFD partners with Leadership New Mexico for workforce training initiative

The Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) in New Mexico has initiated a leadership training program aimed at enhancing its workforce and improving services for vulnerable children and families.


Federal judge allows New Mexico's PFAS lawsuit against Cannon AFB to proceed

A federal judge has allowed New Mexico to proceed with its civil case against Cannon Air Force Base for environmental and public health damage near Clovis.


Disaster resource center opens for fire victims in Los Lunas

A Disaster Resource Center has been established at the Daniel Fernandez Recreation Center in Los Lunas, New Mexico.


New Mexico supports tribal tobacco cessation with legislative funding

The New Mexico Indian Affairs Department (IAD) is working to enhance Tribal capacity for tobacco cessation and prevention programs.


Grant opportunity for culturally based harm reduction in New Mexico

Vital Strategies has announced a grant opportunity in collaboration with the New Mexico Tribal Behavioral Health Providers Association and Americans for Indian Opportunity.


Southwest Public Policy Institute links 36% APR cap to illicit emergency credit

The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) has announced that New Mexico's 36% annual percentage rate (APR) cap on small-dollar loans has led vulnerable borrowers to seek illicit emergency credit through unlicensed payday advances offered by...


Southwest Public Policy Institute: Lack of legal credit options drives rise in illicit payday advances

The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) has reported that overregulation in New Mexico's credit market has resulted in unlicensed payday advances by Positive Outcomes, Inc. Employees have been driven into exploitation due to a lack of legal...


ESPN Radio co-host Smallmon on her path to national morning drive: ‘Say yes to everything’

Michelle Smallmon, co-host of ESPN Radio’s "Unsportsmanlike," shared insights into her career trajectory in a recent podcast, emphasizing the importance of embracing diverse roles and opportunities.


Deb Haaland discusses labor priorities with New Mexican union leaders

Deb Haaland, a candidate for governor of New Mexico, recently held a "Union Strong" lunch at her campaign headquarters in Albuquerque.


New Mexico approves tenth community solar project on state lands

New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard has signed an agreement with Pluma Solar Alamogordo, LLC for a new community solar project on state lands in Otero County.


Joannie Suina named assistant secretary for Native American early childhood education

Joannie Suina has been appointed as the assistant secretary for Native American early childhood education and care, according to a recent announcement.


Michael Kueker appointed interim CEO of Lovelace Health System

Michael Kueker, the current CEO of Lovelace Medical Group, has been named interim CEO of Lovelace Health System.


New Mexico grants free park access to resident veterans starting July

Starting July 1, New Mexico veterans will have free access to state parks for day use and camping.


Unirac's Peter Lorenz to lead Greater Albuquerque Chamber Board

On June 26, Del Esparza, CEO of Esparza Advertising + Digital, chaired his final meeting as the head of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) Board of Directors.


Rep. Block: Why does Sen. Sharer want 'to raise taxes 20% on alcohol?'

John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that the Senate GOP leadership mirrors the Governor's policies on daycare, taxes, and impeachment.


Rep. Lord: Sen. 'Sharer is moonlighting as a spin doctor' and claims New Mexico is a 'national success story'

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, has criticized State Senator Bill Sharer for his support of higher alcohol taxes and alignment with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's agenda.


Rep. Lord on education reform: 'Without a Republican governor and control of the House, we won't see any change'

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that real education reform modeled after successful states will require Republican victories and leadership in government.