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Kirtland Air Force Base holds expo connecting military families with healthcare resources
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On September 17, the 377th Medical Group at Kirtland Air Force Base organized the Bump and Beyond Expo.



Rep. Dow: Democrats' political violence 'is the result of hateful rhetoric'
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Rebecca Dow, a house representative from New Mexico, said that recent rhetoric from Democrats labeling Republicans with derogatory terms has contributed to political violence.


Sen. Thornton: There is 'intensified rhetoric coming from the left'
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Ant Thornton, a senator from New Mexico, recently joined Bob Clark on KKOB News Radio with Jay Block to discuss political rhetoric, the Special Session, and healthcare access.


Sen. Block responds to Democrats' ICE-KKK comparison: 'This is why the violence on the left is so bad'
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Jay Block, a senator from New Mexico, said that comparisons between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) are inaccurate and contribute to political violence.


Sen. Block on healthcare shortage: 'New Mexico is bleeding doctors'
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Jay Block, a senator from New Mexico, has highlighted the increasing costs of malpractice insurance and legal judgments as factors exacerbating the state's doctor shortage.


Rep. Block: 'Crazed leftists call us fascists and are comparing ICE agents to the KKK'
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John Block, a House representative from New Mexico, has criticized Democratic rhetoric that equates the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to the Ku Klux Klan (KKK), describing it as extreme and a threat to public safety.


Rep. Block: 'ICE agents in other states are being forced to conceal their identities' for safety
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John Block, a representative from New Mexico, expressed concerns over rhetoric comparing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to the Ku Klux Klan (KKK), describing it as reckless and potentially endangering federal officers' families.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes Trump administration's healthcare and DOJ actions
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Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández issued several posts on September 25-26, 2025 criticizing former President Donald Trump's healthcare policies and Department of Justice actions against James Comey.


Leadership Albuquerque launches new class with retreat focused on community impact
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Members of the Leadership Albuquerque class of 2026 have started their eight-month program with a retreat near the Sandia Mountains.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández criticizes GOP and Trump over healthcare in September posts
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Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted several statements on September 26, 2025 criticizing Republicans and Donald Trump regarding healthcare policy and legislative engagement.


Conservation Voters New Mexico supports ranked choice voting for Albuquerque elections
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Conservation Voters New Mexico (CVNM) has announced its support for the implementation of Ranked Choice Voting in Albuquerque's municipal elections.


UNM Hospital opens new critical care tower with expanded emergency facilities
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The University of New Mexico Hospital has opened its new Critical Care Tower (CCT), a 570,000-square-foot facility designed to enhance emergency and intensive care services in the state.


New Mexico officials warn public about rise in online immigration attorney scams
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New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and the State Bar of New Mexico have issued a warning about an increase in online scams involving individuals posing as immigration attorneys.


University of New Mexico prepares for Rio Grande Rivalry against NMSU
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The University of New Mexico (UNM) is set to face off against New Mexico State University (NMSU) in the annual Rio Grande Rivalry football game.


Deb Haaland highlights Arthur Sze’s poet laureate honor and physician shortage in New Mexico
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Deb Haaland addressed cultural achievements and healthcare challenges facing New Mexico in posts dated September 24-25, 2025.


Greater Albuquerque Chamber event spotlights advocacy efforts on public education reform
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At the Education Matters luncheon, education partners of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) highlighted their advocacy efforts in line with the Chamber’s core priorities for public education.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announces free child care and honors community figures
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham marked several milestones for New Mexicans this week through posts between September 23-25, 2025.


UNM expands residency programs statewide amid physician shortages
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When patients visit The University of New Mexico Hospital, they may be seen by a resident physician—doctors who have completed medical school and are now receiving advanced training under faculty supervision.


Indian Pueblo Kitchen opens at Albuquerque International Sunport completing new food hall
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Indian Pueblo Kitchen (IPK) has opened at Albuquerque International Sunport, marking the completion of the airport’s new food hall as part of its Dream of Flight terminal renovation.