Researchers map New Mexico’s news deserts
Researchers created the first statewide map of New Mexico’s news deserts, revealing large coverage gaps across rural and tribal communities.
Julia Goldberg
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New Mexico Legislature passes, acting governor signs $162.5M to cover SNAP payments if needed
The Legislature passed, and the acting governor signed, a $162.5 million plan to keep SNAP benefits flowing in case of a federal lapse, safeguarding food aid for hundreds of thousands of New Mexicans.
Lujan Grisham signs NM vaccine bill passed in special session
Gov. Lujan Grisham signs SB 3, allowing New Mexico to adopt vaccine guidance from professional bodies beyond federal recommendations.
NM Governor nixes new license plates, state bread, lobbying disclosure
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham vetoed 16 bills on the final day for legislative action, criticizing lawmakers for focusing on symbolic gestures over substantive policy during a session marked by inaction on key public safety and health issues.
NM Gov castigates Legislature in aftermath of Las Cruces shooting, says special session coming
Governor blames Legislature for lack of juvenile crime reforms following Las Cruces mass shooting that killed 3 and injured 15
Farmers, food banks decry program loss
Officials say they provided close to 750,000 meals to New Mexicans over the last two years
