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The New Mexico Supreme Court on Wednesday set the stage for a fight between all three branches of state government early next year, as it chose not to intervene in a dispute over how much court workers can be paid for extra, unused leave.
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Four New Mexico caregivers have been criminally charged for abusing elderly residents at assisted living, group home and home care facilities in Rio Rancho, Las Vegas and Santa Fe.
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New Mexico has an aging population and is now home to more people over the age of 65 than the national average. So, what are seniors doing to stay fulfilled and engaged here, and what services and opportunities exist? On the next Let’s Talk New Mexico, we’ll discuss what it’s like for seniors living out life's “third act.”
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The New Mexico Department of Justice has filed charges of elder and resident abuse against four people working at assisted living facilities and with people with developmental disabilities. -
Lawmakers heard arguments from the state's behavioral health administrator that the Legislature should use updated real-time data systems to inform their decision making, and improve access to behavioral health across the state. -
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, Albuquerque mayor Tim Keller and others Tuesday announced a request for proposals to update and redevelop the 236-acre lot of state-owned land in Albuquerque’s International District. -
Michelle Lujan Grisham was joined by a troop of Girl Scouts as she kicked off the festive season at the state Capitol -
New Mexico has seen an elevated graduation rate from 2014 to 2022, with about 76% of students getting their diplomas. But even as things have improved, the state still ranks among the lowest in the nation. The New Mexico Higher Education Department recently held the GEAR UP West conference and to help bring new ideas for increasing college and career readiness.
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