Government & Politics

Delivery Robots in New Mexico? DoorDash Explores Expansion With Lawmakers

DoorDash asked New Mexico lawmakers for statewide rules for its delivery robots but says it has no immediate plans to launch here, KOB 4 reports.

Renting in Albuquerque? New Ordinance Boosts Tenant Protections

A new Albuquerque ordinance aims to quickly address violations that threaten renters' health and safety, with fines of $500 per day for landlords who fail to comply, KOAT reports.

Bernalillo County, UNM Hospital to End Detention Center Health Care Partnership in 2027

Bernalillo County and UNM Hospital have decided not to renew their health care partnership at the Metropolitan Detention Center when it expires in July 2027, KOAT reports.

Why New Mexico Just Won a Major Fight Over Voter Privacy

A federal judge has thrown out a U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit seeking to force New Mexico to hand over unredacted voter data, KOB 4 reports.

Why Meta’s California Appeal Could Shape the Future of New Mexico’s $375M Social Media Case

Meta's choice to appeal a California jury verdict that found the company responsible for harming teenagers gives an early glimpse into what might happen in New Mexico's larger lawsuit, KOAT reports.

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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.

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.

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.

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.