A perfect storm has arrived on the ledgers of many state budgets, bearing down on the people who often need…
NM Legislature day 30 recap: Governor says ‘a little early’ to decide on a special session
As priority crime and public safety bills wither on the vine in the legislative session’s final hours, New Mexico Gov.…
New Mexico Senate calls for study of forced sterilization
By Bella Davis, New Mexico In Depth As she was being sedated for a procedure following a miscarriage many years ago,…
Driver Privacy and Safety Act aims to address both immigration enforcement and surveillance concerns
By Florian Knowles, KUNM New Mexico is considering legislation this week that would change how citizens’ license plate information is shared. Senate…
NM House Finance Chair: Rural needs ‘integrated’ in state budget
By Mikaela Johnson, committee members discuss the state budget, which has passed the House.
NM memorial calling for study of forced sterilization against women of color advances
By Leah Romero, Source New MexicoFebruary 6, 2026 Members of the New Mexico Legislature’s House Government, Elections and Indian Affairs…
Lawmakers want upgrades to missing persons systems
By Bella Davis, New Mexico In Depth Several state lawmakers are seeking a little more than $1.5 million for upgrades to…
NM AG pushes back at federal repeal of long-term care staffing standards
by Leah Romero, Source New MexicoFebruary 4, 2026 New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez joined a group of state prosecutors…
With creativity and resourcefulness, food pantries weather hard times again
by Anna Cecil, Annika Hauer, Florian Knowles and Elizah Rendorio, Indiana Capital ChronicleJanuary 27, 2026 Outside the small, industrial-looking building…