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Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses healthcare policy and shutdown impacts in recent posts

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used her social media accounts on November 4-5, 2025 to discuss healthcare issues facing New Mexicans and respond to the effects of the ongoing government shutdown on federal employees.


International symposium on archaeology and the Bible scheduled for January 2026

The International Symposium on Archaeology & the Bible (ISAB) is set to take place from January 28 to 31, 2026, in Albuquerque.


Cassandra Morrison on Integrity and Adaptation in New Mexico’s Changing Real Estate Market

New Mexico’s housing market is facing tight inventory, shifting national commission rules, and a steady outflow of young professionals.


Executive committee continues work on behavioral health reform in New Mexico

The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts have scheduled the fourth meeting of the Executive Committee formed under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act, also known as Senate Bill 3.


Native American Rights Fund releases guide for handling ancestral sites and cultural items

The Native American Rights Fund (NARF), in collaboration with Land Justice Futures, has released a new guide aimed at helping organizations and individuals responsibly manage Native American burial sites and cultural objects.


State allocates emergency funds for Melody Ranch community’s water supply

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed an executive order to provide emergency water assistance to residents of the Melody Ranch community in Torrance County.


New Mexico State Library hosts national disaster-themed exhibit highlighting nuclear legacy

The New Mexico State Library is now hosting the exhibit "Disasters, the Stories We Share," funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.


First group completes credential program and signs with NM Department of Transportation

Ten individuals have joined the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) as Highway Maintenance Workers after graduating from the first Industry Credential Pipeline Program.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham calls for SNAP action and highlights child wellness

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham posted a series of tweets from November 2-4, 2025 focusing on children's health through outdoor education and expressing concern about food insecurity amid delayed SNAP funding at the federal level.


Eastern New Mexico University announces launch date for annual giving program

Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) has announced the launch of a new annual giving program, "1ROO for ENMU," set to begin on November 20, 2025.


New Mexico opens $26 million behavioral health funding applications

The New Mexico Health Care Authority has opened applications for up to $26 million in funding aimed at improving behavioral health services across the state.


New Mexico agencies announce fourth executive committee meeting on behavioral health reform

The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts have announced the fourth meeting of the Executive Committee formed under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3).


New Mexico Higher Education Secretary receives national award for advancing equity

Stephanie M. Rodriguez, New Mexico’s Higher Education Secretary, has been honored with the Outstanding Public Sector Partner Award by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes SNAP funding and promotes local agriculture in recent posts

U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernández addressed SNAP funding concerns and promoted local farming efforts in New Mexico through social media posts on November 3-4, 2025.


Mega Millions jackpot climbs to estimated $800 million for November 4 drawing

The Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday, November 4, 2025, has reached an estimated $800 million.


State Sen. Brantley on wolf management: Program costs are 'about a million dollar per year per wolf'

Crystal Brantley, a state senator for New Mexico's 35th District, expressed concerns regarding federal wolf management.


New Mexico Economic Development Department allocates $4.6 million for job training

The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced that its job training program will provide up to $4.6 million in funding for 12 companies.


Governor Lujan Grisham joins US delegation at COP30 climate conference in Brazil

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico will participate in the U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Brazil this November as part of a U.S. delegation made up of more than 100 local leaders.


Bernalillo County DA Sam Bregman meets Albuquerque students on crime prevention topics

District Attorney Sam Bregman engaged Albuquerque-area high school students on November 3, 2025 about issues like gun violence and fentanyl.


Update highlights worsening physician shortages in New Mexico

On October 23, the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors received an update from Carrie Brunder of the New Mexico Medical Society regarding ongoing shortages in medical personnel across New Mexico.