New Mexico
Monday, July 1, 2024
Expert: America's erosion of democracy has accelerated
A political expert known for his research on authoritarian regimes says American democracy is threatened by minority rule, which is enshrined in the …
New Mexico 'Dreamer' sets sights on state legislature
A "Dreamer" running for the New Mexico Senate said a Biden administration plan to create pathways allowing Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals bene…
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 …
New Mexico earns high marks, boosts enrollment with no-cost college
New Mexico consistently ranks low in childhood educational achievement, but its path to a college degree is being recognized at the highest levels…
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 …
America's 'Radical Elders' continue their work for fairness, justice
Members of the group Radical Elders are participating in a Chicago tech conference this weekend to explain the impact of technology on older Americans…
'World's Largest Swimming Lesson' comes to Albuquerque pools
It is the first day of summer and time for a global event called the "World's Largest Swimming Lesson." Albuquerque's West Mesa Aquatic Center will o…
Advocates: Communities, wildlife benefitting from clean energy investments
Wildlife advocates say the current transition to clean energy will not only protect people in New Mexico communities, but also will have a huge …
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…
'Map the Meals Gap' shows rural NM counties have highest food insecurity
There's no shortage of food in America, but there's a huge food insecurity gap in New Mexico and other states. Feeding America's latest report - …
Report: U.S. restaurant chains continue controversial ag practices
For 15 years, U.S. restaurant chains have pledged to stop using gestation crates for pregnant pigs but a new report from an animal welfare group …
In unseasonably warm temperatures, NM voters head to the polls
New Mexico voters are headed to the polls today, where all 42 state Senate and 70 state House seats technically are up for grabs - although many are …