NM: Consumer
Spring means 'out with the old' – unless you can't part with clutter
Spring is often a time many of us get rid of unwanted stuff, but one New Mexico expert says that's harder than it sounds for people addicted to …
New Mexico panelists tackle food, farming and fairness
Food, farming and fairness will be the topics in Albuquerque this week, at a gathering of those who support the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming …
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…
A trio of NM bills could rein in lucrative oil, gas industry
A trio of bills to curb oil and gas pollution is under consideration by New Mexico lawmakers. New Mexico is the country's second-largest oil …
Improved policies could boost purchasing power for U.S. households
It is a neck and neck race in the U.S. between consumer prices and wages allowing the typical worker to keep up. Economic data show consumer prices …
NM child advocates seek more 'tax equity' from 2024 legislative session
It is no secret the majority of state and local tax systems favor the wealthy but New Mexico is making progress in turning it around. The latest …
Hosting a food drive could be your best ever New Year's resolution
The new year is an opportunity to reset and presents an opportunity to give back to your community by hosting a food or fund drive. New Mexico's …
NM cash-assistance program eased hardships for immigrant households
A new report from the nonprofit advocacy group New Mexico Voices showed a guaranteed cash assistance program designed for immigrants improved work and…
Study: Shuttered small-town newspapers sink community vitality
Three million residents in more than 200 U.S. counties don't have access to a single local news source, according to a new study. In New Mexico…
New Mexico aims for 'no hungry holidays' by doubling donations
Just a few days into December, food bank demand is high while some warehouse shelves are lean, and in New Mexico, a matching donation program this …
On World AIDS Day, NM activists say more money is needed for prevention
New Mexico activists are tapping today's World AIDS Day, Dec. 1, to announce they'll ask the State Legislature to provide more money for treatment …