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Community Solar Program Took Years to Arrive. Now the Solar Panels Are Finally Rising.

After years of delays, New Mexico’s community solar program is beginning to expand, with new projects coming online across the state. But developers and advocates say high interconnection costs and complicated billing rules still threaten the program’s long-term success.

Former Albuquerque Teacher Found Guilty in Sexual Violation

Patrick Corr, former teacher at John Adams Middle School has been found guilty for sexually abusing his student.

Santa Fe’s Planned Parenthood Reopens Monday After Being Closed Over a Year

After being closed for over a year, Planned Parenthood reopens its doors on Monday, May 11, with new staff.

Unemployment Rate Inches Up. What Does the Climb Signal for the Economy?

New Mexico’s unemployment rate climbed to 4.8 percent in March as payrolls slipped by roughly 1,000 jobs, signaling a cooling labor market and raising fresh concerns about the pace of the state’s economic growth.

Tierra Adentro Growth Capital Rolls Out $100M to Turn New Mexico Into a Next-Gen Tech Hub

A new $100 million infrastructure fund from TAG Capital aims to help tech companies build in New Mexico—bridging a critical gap beyond venture funding.

Hospitals and Doctors Rally Behind HB 99 to Keep Care Local

New Mexico’s healthcare community is rallying behind House Bill 99, a medical malpractice reform designed to protect patient access to care. Physicians and hospitals warn that without reform, liability pressures will worsen the state’s physician shortage and destabilize community hospitals. HB 99 promises to reduce wait times, keep care closer to home, and create a fairer medical liability system, ensuring New Mexicans can access essential services when they need them most.

CYFD and ABQ Police Should Have Done More to Protect Kids from Their Mother – Family says

A grandmother of two kids and a family friend think CYFD and APD could have done more to resolve a family issue involving children's safety.

New SNAP Rules Threaten Food Security for Thousands in New Mexico

This explains that SNAP currently supports more than 440,000 residents, including 113,000 in Bernalillo County, and warns that families who cannot meet the documentation requirements may lose access to food. The piece highlights the anxiety among recipients, illustrated by a mother at a food bank unsure if her paperwork is sufficient.