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New Mexico Ends 2026 Session With Universal Child Care, $1.5B Road Bonds, and Malpractice Reforms to Address Doctor Shortages.

New Mexico lawmakers wrap up the 2026 session, approving universal childcare, a $1.5-billion road bond, and medical malpractice reforms.

New Mexico Senate Passes HB4 to Protect Health Coverage Amid Federal Cuts

The New Mexico Senate approves House Bill 4, boosting the Health Care Affordability Fund to shield tens of thousands from losing coverage after federal tax credits and Medicaid cuts.

New Mexico House Passes Universal Child Care Bill, Sends SB 241 Back to Senate

The New Mexico House passed SB 241 establishing a universal child care program for 60,000 children, funded by up to $700 million from a state trust fund. The measure now heads back to the Senate.

New Mexico Offers $1M Grants to Boost Clean Energy Innovation

Small businesses developing clean energy technologies in New Mexico have until March 17 to apply for state grants of up to $1 million under the Advanced Energy Award.

New Mexico Senate Passes SB 23 Banning Student Cellphone Use: What Parents Need to Know

The New Mexico Senate has approved a bill that would ban students from using cellphones and other wireless devices during the school day. In a...

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Albuquerque Breaks September Rainfall Record as Santa Fe Leads New Mexico Deluge

Albuquerque recorded its wettest September on record with 4.49 inches of rain, while Santa Fe led reported rainfall totals during a late-month storm that brought flooding concerns across New Mexico.

Is Poverty Declining in New Mexico? Census Data Shows a Drop

New Mexico’s poverty rate has fallen in recent years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said the state’s investments in its residents are beginning to show results.

Highland Middle School Teacher In Critical Condition After Allegedly Being Shot by 13-Year-Old Student

Special education teacher Kelly Matthews remains critically injured after he was allegedly shot by a 13-year-old student at Highland Middle School in Hobbs. Authorities said the shooting happened Friday, and the investigation is still ongoing.

New Mexico Launches State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program, Becoming 31st State to Offer In-State Alternative

New Mexico has launched a state-run meat and poultry inspection program, giving local producers and processors a new pathway to inspect and sell products within state lines under Livestock Board supervision rather than federal oversight. Developed with the USDA, the program aims to ease access for smaller operations and strengthen local food systems.

New Mexico Ranks Second in School Lunch Report With 100% CEP Adoption, 75.8% Local-Food Rate

New Mexico placed second in the nation for its school meal programs, according to ProCare Therapy’s State of School Lunch Report. Albuquerque Public Schools is putting that work into practice by using sustainable efforts that benefit students and the community.