NM: Poverty Issues
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
New census data show significant drop in NM's child poverty
A new federal report shows anti-poverty policies enacted by New Mexico are making a big difference. This month, the U.S. Census Bureau has released …
Monday, September 16, 2024
Orange glow in Albuquerque night sky lights up Hunger Action Month
New Mexico's Roadrunner Food Bank sent a "glowing" invitation to encourage food and financial contributions during September's Hunger Action Month…
NM preschoolers discover purple carrots, plant organic veggies
Like kids everywhere, New Mexico preschoolers balk at eating fresh vegetables. But an educational project has found that with a creative nudge…
Boosting ‘Hope’ about climate-change among NM's next generation
New Mexico teachers educating young people about climate change don't want them to feel hopeless - and they've developed an educational curriculum to …
Helping prevent the summer slide among NM's school-aged kids
Some New Mexico kids hope summer never ends, while others cannot wait to get back in the classroom and both groups are at risk of falling behind in …
FBI to take closer look at NM's uncontained South Fork, Salt wildfires
The FBI has joined New Mexico's local, state, federal and tribal partners to investigate the cause of two drought-fueled wildfires that have yet to …
Children's advocates: NM 'cradle to career' investment pays off
Advocates for New Mexico's kids say at the heart of an annual report on child welfare is positive news for the state's families. The Annie E…
ABQ school crossing guards host 'Seats and Feets' clothing drive
Crossing guards see a lot of kids who could use some new duds. But for the second year, the "Seats and Feets" Albuquerque clothing drive is …
Individuals, groups contribute thousands of volunteer hours to NM food bank
Volunteering is a "leap of faith" - donating time and in-kind support to help others who are struggling - but research shows people who pitch in…
SW food banks meet to brainstorm hunger solutions, create action plan
People who receive emergency food services from New Mexico food banks and other charitable organizations were among those at a strategic summit Friday…
How hunger disproportionately impacts rural communities
Some 44 million Americans are struggling with hunger, including 250,000 in New Mexico, and a nationwide food bank network wants Congress to help…
Report: New Mexico's child well-being slowly improving
Child well-being in New Mexico appears to be slowly improving with a marked decline in child poverty. Data from New Mexico Voices for Children found …