CYFD, some New Mexico police agencies continue secrecy in cases involving dead children
CYFD and some New Mexico law enforcement agencies continue to withhold or inconsistently release names of children who die, despite a 2025 transparency law.
Child Welfare
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Medical providers say NM policy of taking custody of substance-exposed newborns hurts families
New Mexico medical providers say the state’s policy of seeking custody of substance-exposed newborns is hurting families and discouraging prenatal care.
New Mexico lawmakers propose splitting CYFD in two. Is that a good idea?
Searchlight New Mexico reports that some lawmakers and public officials want to split CYFD into two agencies, with one focused on child protective services and another overseeing juvenile justice.
New Mexico rises from last to 49th in child welfare in national KIDS COUNT survey
New Mexico rose from last to 49th in the national KIDS COUNT rankings, but advocates say children and families still face major challenges.
FYI+ to give away free backpacks for K-12 students in Las Cruces
FYI+ will give away free backpacks for K-12 students June 10-July 10 at its Family Success Center in Las Cruces.
