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Albuquerque Reads gains recognition in educational newsletter
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Albuquerque Reads, a literacy program, was recently highlighted in the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board's newsletter, ERB Connect.


Common Cause New Mexico outlines legislative priorities including legislator salaries
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Common Cause New Mexico has announced its priorities for the 2025 legislative session.


New study warns of job losses if Trump-era tax reforms expire
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A recent study by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) highlights potential economic impacts if Congress does not renew the tax reforms enacted in 2017.


Nusenda Credit Union opens new branch at Journal Center
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Nusenda Credit Union has opened a new branch at the Journal Center, located at 7644 Jefferson St. NE.


Judge dismisses landowners' suit on public river access in New Mexico
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A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by New Mexico landowners challenging the public's right to access rivers and streams that pass through private lands.


State Sen. Jay Block: 'This state is still salvageable, but it will require Democrats to work with us on many issues'
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New Mexico Senator Jay Block said, "It will take several years to recover if we do it right," in response to the state's ranking in WalletHub’s 2025 report on the best and worst states to raise a family.


New Mexico joins multistate action against Cash App parent company over AML violations
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The New Mexico Financial Institutions Division, along with 47 other state financial regulatory agencies, has taken action against Block, Inc. and its mobile payment service, Cash App.


Andrea Felix appointed to BLM public lands rule advisory committee
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The New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA) has announced the appointment of Andrea Felix to the National Advisory Committee for Implementation of the BLM Public Lands Rule.


Albuquerque addresses housing crisis with new ordinance amid calls for swift action
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The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce has co-authored an op-ed concerning the city's ongoing housing challenges.


State Rep.-Elect Cortez: 'Imagine what your family could do with the state income tax money'
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State Representative-Elect Elaine Sena Cortez has proposed eliminating the state income tax in New Mexico, suggesting it could return "hundreds of dollars back in your pocket."


State Rep.-Elect Cortez: 'Financial insecurity is an epidemic plaguing New Mexicans'
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State Representative-Elect Elaine Sena Cortez has expressed concern over New Mexico's poverty level, describing it as having reached "epidemic proportions" in a January 3 op-ed.


State Rep. Stefani Lord: Gov. Lujan Grisham created a 'mess' in New Mexico
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State Representative Stefani Lord, in a post on January 5, criticized Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham for allegedly removing moderate representatives in favor of "radical Emerge progressives" who she claims are "soft on crime."


Franklin Mountain Energy honored for dark sky preservation efforts
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The New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA) participated in the Dark for the Park Alliance's Recognition Celebration on January 9th.


Governor Lujan Grisham faces criticism over child poverty statistics
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New Mexico has long grappled with poverty, despite significant increases in oil production over the past decade.


New Mexico lawmakers propose different strategies for public safety concerns
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Polls in 2024 indicated that New Mexicans are significantly concerned about public safety and increasing crime rates.


New Mexico groups launch billboard campaign highlighting community stability
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A coalition of advocacy organizations in New Mexico has initiated a billboard campaign across Albuquerque to emphasize the importance of community stability for public safety.


New Mexico senator proposes expansion of RICO statute
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Senator Craig Brandt of Rio Rancho has introduced a proposal to enhance New Mexico's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO).


Michelle Kavanaugh sworn in as Bernalillo County Clerk
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Michelle Kavanaugh was officially sworn in as the new Bernalillo County Clerk on January 1.


New report highlights impact of child tax credits on reducing poverty in New Mexico
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The state of New Mexico has distributed $132 million to 239,000 households through its new Child Tax Credit (CTC) this year.


New Mexico Supreme Court blocks local pro-life laws
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Santa Fe, New Mexico - The New Mexico Supreme Court issued a unanimous ruling on January 9, 2025, stating that counties and cities within the state cannot enact pro-life laws aimed at protecting pre-born babies.