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State Pays Law School Tuition to Bring Lawyers Where Rural New Mexico Needs Them Most

Across rural New Mexico, thousands navigate family court and civil disputes without legal representation. With nearly 88 percent of family court litigants representing themselves, the state is launching a program to place attorneys in underserved acequias, colonias and land grant communities where access to justice has long been out of reach.

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.

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The Flesh-Eating Fly at America’s Doorstep — and Why New Mexico’s New World Screwworm Website Could Be a Game-Changer

New Mexico has launched a centralized website to help residents identify, report and respond to the threat of New World screwworm, a parasitic fly whose larvae feed on living tissue and can devastate livestock, wildlife and pets. Officials say the platform could become a critical early-warning system against outbreaks.

Thirsty Deserts, Salty Solution — New Mexico Launches $13M Mapping, Testing, and Treating Brackish Water Contracts

Facing worsening drought and shrinking freshwater reserves, New Mexico is investing millions in brackish water desalination and underground aquifer mapping. State officials say the initiative could help secure drought-resilient water supplies for future generations, particularly in rural and tribal communities.

New Mexico Reopens Fight Over Toxic Oil and Gas Wastewater — Environmentalists Call It a Political Gamble

New Mexico regulators voted to revive a contentious rulemaking process that could expand the use of treated oil and gas wastewater beyond drilling sites, reigniting a fierce clash between industry advocates and environmental groups over public health, water scarcity and political influence.

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.

Education

Want Your Child to Enjoy Reading? APS Releases “Story Time in the Park” Summer Schedule

The annual program combines literacy and enjoyment to strengthen elementary students’ reading skills.

State Pays Law School Tuition to Bring Lawyers Where Rural New Mexico Needs Them Most

APS Superintendent Honors Graduates: ‘Make the World a Better Place’

In her weekly message, Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey recognized Class of 2026 graduates and thanked those behind their success.

UNM Steps Up to Cut Food Waste, Boost Food Access

The University of New Mexico works to turn food waste into resources that help address food insecurity on campus.

‘You Are Not Alone’: Grief Kits Help Students Cope with Loss

Albuquerque Public Schools received grief kits after the Rotary Club of Albuquerque and the Grief Center worked together to provide resources that help students cope with loss.

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.

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Latest in New Mexico

State Pays Law School Tuition to Bring Lawyers Where Rural New Mexico Needs Them Most

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

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

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

Science & Technology

The Flesh-Eating Fly at America’s Doorstep — and Why New Mexico’s New World Screwworm Website Could Be a Game-Changer

Thirsty Deserts, Salty Solution — New Mexico Launches $13M Mapping, Testing, and Treating Brackish Water Contracts

New Mexico Reopens Fight Over Toxic Oil and Gas Wastewater — Environmentalists Call It a Political Gamble

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

Education

Want Your Child to Enjoy Reading? APS Releases “Story Time in the Park” Summer Schedule

The annual program combines literacy and enjoyment to strengthen elementary students’ reading skills.

State Pays Law School Tuition to Bring Lawyers Where Rural New Mexico Needs Them Most

APS Superintendent Honors Graduates: ‘Make the World a Better Place’

In her weekly message, Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey recognized Class of 2026 graduates and thanked those behind their success.

UNM Steps Up to Cut Food Waste, Boost Food Access

The University of New Mexico works to turn food waste into resources that help address food insecurity on campus.

‘You Are Not Alone’: Grief Kits Help Students Cope with Loss

Albuquerque Public Schools received grief kits after the Rotary Club of Albuquerque and the Grief Center worked together to provide resources that help students cope with loss.

Finance

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

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.