New Mexico food banks describe significant increase in demand after federal food aid cuts
New Mexico food banks report sharply higher demand as SNAP changes and rising grocery costs strain families, with Roadrunner Food Bank up 79% year over year.
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Republican Truth Commission members question removal of Haaland reference from interim report
Two New Mexico Truth Commission members say a reference to Deb Haaland was removed from an interim report without their approval. Commission Chair Andrea Romero disputes their characterization.
New Mexico State Ethics Commission announces settlement with group behind Project Jupiter mailers
The New Mexico State Ethics Commission reached a settlement with Elevate New Mexico, the group behind pro-Project Jupiter mailers and ads, requiring lobbying and campaign finance disclosures.
New Mexico acquires nearly 11,000 acres for new Mimbres Valley wildlife area
New Mexico has acquired nearly 11,000 acres in the Mimbres Valley for a new wildlife management area bordering the Gila National Forest.
Vasquez backs bipartisan bill targeting scam ads on social media
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is backing bipartisan legislation that would require social media companies to combat fraudulent ads and strengthen enforcement against scammers.
New Mexico says childhood vaccine recommendations will remain unchanged
New Mexico health officials say the state will maintain its full childhood vaccination recommendations and continue using the American Academy of Pediatrics schedule as a guide.
Luján bill would make home-based care a mandatory Medicaid benefit
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján is co-leading legislation that would make home and community-based services a mandatory Medicaid benefit and phase out waiting lists.
House District 37 candidates split over filling vacancy before November election
House District 37 candidates Isabella Solis and Lori Martinez disagree over whether the vacant Las Cruces-area legislative seat should be filled before voters choose a representative in November.
Heinrich leads Senate opposition to Interior wilderness policy review
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich is leading a Senate letter opposing an Interior Department review of wilderness management policies affecting nearly 200 million acres of public land.
