New Mexico
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
NM LGBTQ group fears far-reaching effects of 'Kids Online Safety Act'
Legislation meant to protect minors on social media platforms could be voted on in Washington this week. But some in New Mexico's LGBTQ community …
Monday, May 6, 2024
NM's Chaco, Carlsbad parks gain protection from new BLM rule
New Mexico's diverse national parks located adjacent to extraction sites will enjoy greater protections under a new federal rule. Changes to how the …
Ignoring effects from New Mexico's seasonal allergies could lead to asthma
Toughing it out during spring allergy season is not in your best interest if you want to avoid asthma later in life. New Mexico has plenty of grass …
NM studies financial equity among higher-education institutions
New Mexico is taking a deep dive into its funding of public colleges and universities to determine if inequities need to be addressed. The Higher …
NM tribal communities benefit from EPA's "Solar For All" program
New federal funding aims to revolutionize solar energy access within New Mexico's Native American communities and benefit the state overall. The …
Friendly skies get friendlier with cash refunds for flight cancellations
Just in time for the fall holidays, air travelers could face fewer obstacles in securing a refund if their flight is canceled or changed under new …
NM officials press for setbacks amid pushback from oil and gas industry
New Mexico members of the group Elected Officials to Protect America are renewing their call for rules regulating how close fossil fuel companies can …
NM aims to reduce out-of-pocket health-care costs for consumers
New Mexico saw record enrollment numbers for the Affordable Care Act this year and is now setting its sights on lowering out-of-pocket costs - those n…
Study: NM's laws help reduce suicide among LGBTQ youth
A new study suggests laws in New Mexico and 22 other states to protect school-aged LGBTQ youth are having a positive impact. According to research …
BLM's 'Public Lands Rule' could reform conservation, access in NM
Balancing the needs of the many with those who have traditionally reaped benefits from public lands is behind a new rule issued Thursday by the Bureau…
Personal energy electrification plans offered at NM Earth Day event
Saving New Mexico residents money as they adapt to climate change is the goal behind an Earth Day event in Albuquerque Sunday. The Rio Grande …
NM program aims to improve kids' reading skills
In the past four years, the way New Mexico children are taught to read has undergone a major shift. Following passage of a state law in 2019…