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Police Are Learning to Hear You—And It’s a Game-Changer

A new investigative interviewing course at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy is teaching officers to replace coercive interrogations with science-based conversations focused on truth, trust and accurate information gathering.

New Mexico’s Universal Childcare Program is Costing More Than Expected — and the Bills Are Already Piling Up

New Mexico’s ambitious universal childcare expansion is drawing thousands of new families into the system — but unexpected enrollment growth is straining state budgets and raising concerns about the long-term sustainability of one of the nation’s most closely watched early childhood initiatives.

Expanded Child Care is Progress. But New Mexico’s Families Still Face a 15,000-Seat Gap.

Despite major investments in early childhood education, New Mexico still faces a severe shortage of child care seats, leaving thousands of families struggling to find reliable care.

Santa Fe Public Schools Face Tough Math—Declining Enrollment, Growing Bills

With enrollment projected to fall below 10,000 students, Santa Fe Public Schools is confronting rising labor costs, substitute teacher contract disputes, and difficult budget decisions that could reshape programs and staffing across the district.

Citizens are Now Closer To Lawmakers, New Legislative Office Opens in Albuquerque

A new legislative office opened in Albuquerque, giving unpaid...

Science & Technology

Green Chile Natural Gas Pipeline for Project Jupiter Wins Federal Nod, But New Mexico Pushback Looms

Federal approval of a gas pipeline for New Mexico’s AI megaproject is colliding with state land regulators and oversight concerns.

New Wind Farm Could Power 60,000 Homes — and Send $98.9M to Public Schools

A newly approved wind farm in Torrance County could deliver renewable energy to more than 60,000 homes while generating millions of dollars for New Mexico public schools through long-term state land revenues.

New Mexico Asks Court to Rein In Meta, Arguing Social Media Is Fueling a Teen Mental Health Crisis

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 Just Expanded Disability Rights — and It Could Change Lives Across the State

New Mexico is deepening its role as a national leader in disability rights after expanding insurance coverage for complex rehabilitation technology devices. Advocates say the new law could improve mobility, healthcare access and quality of life for thousands of disabled residents across the state.

Meta to New Mexico: Regulate Us Too Hard, and We Might Leave Entirely

New Mexico’s attorney general is demanding sweeping child safety reforms from Meta, including age verification, limits on addictive features and tighter protections for minors. Meta responded with a stunning warning: if the state pushes ahead, it may remove Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp from New Mexico entirely.

Education

Police Are Learning to Hear You—And It’s a Game-Changer

A new investigative interviewing course at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy is teaching officers to replace coercive interrogations with science-based conversations focused on truth, trust and accurate information gathering.

Attention Job Seekers: APS to Hold College & Career Fair on May 23

If you’re job hunting, this is your chance to connect with top employers.

New Mexico’s Universal Childcare Program is Costing More Than Expected — and the Bills Are Already Piling Up

New Mexico’s ambitious universal childcare expansion is drawing thousands of new families into the system — but unexpected enrollment growth is straining state budgets and raising concerns about the long-term sustainability of one of the nation’s most closely watched early childhood initiatives.

Expanded Child Care is Progress. But New Mexico’s Families Still Face a 15,000-Seat Gap.

Despite major investments in early childhood education, New Mexico still faces a severe shortage of child care seats, leaving thousands of families struggling to find reliable care.

AI-Powered Cars Made by Students During 10-Week Academic Challenge

New Mexico's future on AI is bright as students from different school learns more about artificial intelligence and made AI-powered car.

Finance

Why New Mexico’s Universal Child Care Program Is in Court — and How It Could Help Families Save Thousands

A court challenge is testing New Mexico’s universal child care program, but for many families the bigger question is economic: how much money can it save, and what is at stake if the program faces disruption? Here’s what the legal fight means and how the program could help household budgets.

Updated: How a Tax Hike Means for Your Wallet: Albuquerque’s Proposed Increase Shows Why Gross Receipts Taxes Hit Consumers and Small Businesses

Albuquerque’s proposed gross receipts tax increase offers a real-world lesson in financial literacy—showing how local taxes ripple through prices, small businesses, and household budgets.

State Grants Up to $150,000 Now Available for Business Incubators

Business incubators in New Mexico have a chance to secure up to $150,000 in grants to help them meet state certification standards.

$50.7M Lost to Fraud: Regulators Step Up Warnings During Consumer Protection Week

Over 10,600 fraud complaints in 2025 cost New Mexicans $50.7M, as regulators step up warnings during Consumer Protection Week.

Southern New Mexico Outlook: Jobs Grew, Wages Rebounded, Trade Weakened in Late 2025

Southern New Mexico closed 2025 with solid job growth and improving wages in Las Cruces, even as year-over-year trade values through Santa Teresa fell sharply. Dallas Fed data also point to continued exposure to energy and commodity swings across the broader region.