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After more than a decade of leadership, Rio Rancho now has a new mayor. What's in store for the new mayor? You can find it out here.

New Mexico is asking a court to declare Meta a public nuisance, arguing its algorithm-driven platforms are contributing to anxiety, depression and self-harm among teenagers. The case could reshape how social media companies operate across the United States.

New Mexico has become a refuge for transgender patients seeking gender‑affirming care, as restrictive laws in neighboring states drive families to cross borders for treatment. Clinics report a surge in out‑of‑state patients, highlighting the state’s inclusive policies and its role as a safe haven. By offering continuity of care, New Mexico reduces health risks, supports mental well‑being, and ensures patients can access essential services closer to home. The surge underscores both the urgency of reform and the growing divide in healthcare access across the U.S.

Healthcare leaders, policymakers, and residents gathered at a statewide forum to tackle New Mexico’s urgent healthcare challenges. Speakers highlighted physician shortages, rural disparities, and rising costs, stressing the need for teamwork to strengthen the system. By focusing on workforce training, liability reform, and prevention programs, participants outlined solutions to keep care closer to home and improve patient access. The forum underscored that collaboration is essential to drive meaningful healthcare reform across the state.

As Albuquerque’s Rail Yards Market opens for the season, local farmers say soaring fuel costs and worsening drought conditions are threatening their livelihoods. Some growers are raising prices to survive, while others absorb losses to keep produce affordable. Community-supported programs at the market are helping small farms weather mounting economic and climate pressures.