News Local Three Stories
Funding Delay Threatens Student Health Confidentiality
We’re two weeks into the school year and school-based health centers around New Mexico are still waiting on the state to finalize funding contracts.
Headlines
Former UNM Athletic Director Indicted, Pence To Promote Trade Deal During New Mexico Visit
Former New Mexico AD Indicted On Embezzlement Charges - By Russell Contreras Associated Press Former University of New Mexico athletic director Paul Krebs has been indicted in connection with a lavish 2015 golf trip to Scotland that was partly paid for with state funds.
Let's Talk New Mexico
Let's Talk Streetlights, Safety And Public Resources
Let's Talk New Mexico 8/22 8a: Studies are showing there’s a relationship between whether there’s good street-lighting in an area and crime. Do unlit places in our cities create opportunities for crime? Do local governments spread lighting resources fairly? Are there unlit spots out where you live that become known sites of violence or theft? Have you ever called your local elected officials to ask about more streetlights or long-broken lights? How did it go? Wherever you live in the state, do you feel OK going for a walk in the evening? Sitting on the porch? What would help? Email LetsTalk@kunm.org or call in live during the show.
Birthdays
The Children's Hour, 8/24 Sat 9a: Birthdays are celebrated in many different ways, but some traditions cross cultural boundaries. We’ll explore birthdays around the world, and find out the story behind the famous Happy Birthday Song. With great music, a family events calendar, The Children's Hour Birthday Club and so much more.
Public Health New Mexico
Transplant Rules Leave NM Behind
When a liver is available for donation anywhere in the country, there are federal rules that dictate who gets it. The sicker you are, the sooner you get one. Those rules were updated this year and they’re supposed to help more folks get that life-saving transplant. But the new rules might not make things better for everyone.
