Education

Is New Mexico Really Last in Education? New Data Challenge Rankings

New Mexico still ranks near the bottom in national K–12 education rankings, but recent state data show improvements in reading proficiency and mixed results across education levels.

UNM Anderson Receives Donation from Thorntons for Healthcare Leadership Scholarship

Graduate students at UNM Anderson School of Management gain a new opportunity after Maribeth and Chris Thornton’s donation to establish a Healthcare Leadership Scholarship.

School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) Help More New Mexico Students, NMDOH Reports

New Mexico school-based health centers (SBHCs) assisted nearly 20,000 students to stay healthy and in class during the 2024-2025 school year.

Childcare Advocates Press New Mexico Senate to Protect Wage Hikes Amid Budget Standoff

Childcare advocates are calling on New Mexico senators to retain proposed wage increases for early childhood educators, warning that low pay could drive workers out of the profession as lawmakers debate funding for universal childcare.

A Fun Way to Learn: NMSU Unveils ‘Market Set Go!’

The New Mexico State University (NMSU) Cooperative Extension Service has released “Market Set Go!,” an educational game that teaches food safety in a fun way.

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Forget the Desert—This Mountain Village Is One of New Mexico’s Go-To Weekend Getaways

Families, as New Mexico sizzles,are escaping to Ruidoso's cool mountain pines, shaded lakes, and outdoor trails for the ideal weekend getaway.

Mother Bear and Cub Caught Roaming Albuquerque Neighborhood Before Dramatic Rescue

Two bears were safely captured by wildlife officials in Northwestern Albuquerque after being seen lurking around the neighborhood, searching for food and water.

A Dispute Over a Church Sign Ended With Pepper Spray and a Pulled Gun. Here’s Why Police Charged a Third Person.

A man faces two counts of aggravated assault after police said he allegedly pulled a gun during a confrontation between his girlfriend and a priest.

Monsoon Storms Bring Heavy Rain and Renewed Flash Flood Threats to Parts of New Mexico This Weekend

Monsoonal storms will bring heavy rain and flash-flood risks to New Mexico through Monday, targeting burn scars, urban areas, and low-lying areas.

New Mexico Gets Ready to Launch First-in-Nation Broadband Affordability Program to Replace Expired Federal Program

New Mexico is stepping up after federal internet aid ended, offering monthly broadband discounts up to $70 for low-income families.