Education

Laptops Are Changing Lives in Rural New Mexico — 170 Families Just Got Their First Computer

A state-funded pilot program has delivered 170 laptops and almost 1,600 training sessions to New Mexico families, many of whom now have their first computer, KOAT reports.

UNM is Quietly Building New Mexico’s Space Economy: What You Should Know

The University of New Mexico is emerging as a key player in the space economy through lunar research, satellite tech, and workforce training. Discover its growing impact.

NMSU Biomedical Research Building to Undergo Expansion – Here’s Why it is Needed

New Mexico State University is expanding its Biomedical Research Building to meet growing research demands and create more opportunities for students and researchers, the university said in a news release.

New Educators Gear Up for Upcoming School Year Through New Teacher Academy

New Albuquerque Public Schools educators took part in the New Teacher Academy to sharpen their skills before the school year, APS said in a news release.

‘Academies of Albuquerque’ Seek to Transform APS High School Experience

Albuquerque Public Schools is moving to implement the "Academies of Albuquerque" to connect classroom learning with career readiness, APS said in a news release.

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Health Groups Urge New Mexico to Expand Medicaid Coverage for Obesity Drugs

Five national health and Hispanic advocacy groups are pressing Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to widen Medicaid coverage of GLP-1 obesity drugs, the Santa Fe New Mexican reports.

Medicaid Changes: The Facts Behind New Rules Affecting New Mexicans

New Medicaid rules have caused thousands of immigrants to lose their coverage, but they’re not the only ones affected. Did you know that other New Mexico residents could also lose coverage under the recent changes? Our team breaks down the facts to help you understand what’s changing and how to prepare for the new requirements.

Drought is Driving New Mexico Bears into Neighborhoods, and it’s Costing Them Their Lives

Drought has left New Mexico’s bears short on natural food, causing them to wander into neighborhoods in search of easy meals. With bear reports climbing and a record 307 bears killed this year, wildlife officials say keeping bears from getting used to human food is key to keeping them alive.

Cooler Weather May Slow New World Screwworm, NMDA Intensifies Response in Otero County

New Mexico confirmed a New World screwworm case in an Otero County beef cow, and officials say cooler weather will not end the risk, the New Mexico Department of Agriculture said in a news release.

Santa Fe City Hall Operations Interrupted After Employee Receives Suspicious Package Meant for Mayor Michael Garcia

Santa Fe police evacuated City Hall after a city employee was handed a suspicious package meant for Mayor Michael Garcia, the Santa Fe Police Department said.