The president wants to defund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which supports public radio and television stations including rural and tribal outlets.
Two former Albuquerque DWI officers have taken plea deals in one of the largest corruption cases to hit local law enforcement, the Albuquerque Journal reports.
Child welfare in New Mexico
New Mexico has ranked consistently near the bottom when it comes to child well-being. The Children, Youth and Families Department, which is supposed to protect the most vulnerable children, has also battled scandals, secrecy, and staffing instability for decades. In the first of a series, KUNM looks deeper into the legacy of these longstanding challenges and how they affect families in the foster care system.
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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is trying once again to create an Office of Housing within the executive branch of state government after failing in last year’s legislative session. The legislation is designed to ease restrictions and get projects done quicker, in order to reduce New Mexico’s housing shortage.
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A new documentary, “Eating History: A Taste of New Mexico,” explores the many culinary traditions that have come together to create the state's unique cuisine.
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Oil and gas royalty rates could increase in premium parcels on state trust lands in the Permian Basin, if state legislation passes.
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Hundreds of people gathered to object to the flurry of executive orders cutting federal spending and targeting diversity initiatives, among other actions.
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The Santa Fe County Planning Commission approved a controversial solar project Tuesday after more than 12 hours of public testimony over two days.
Let's Talk New Mexico
James Beard Foundation recognizes top achievements in the culinary world. This year five New Mexico chefs are semifinalists in the “Best of the Southwest” category and another three local establishments are semifinalists in national categories like “outstanding bakery,” “outstanding professional cocktail service” and “outstanding wine and other beverages program.”