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Ahead of governor change, CYFD says progress made on obligations
Despite some gains, the agency fell short in reducing caseloads, a problem that has a major impact on the morale of employees.
New Mexico advocates push Congress to expand program for newborns and mothers
Legislation making newborn supply kits available to families nationwide has progressed slowly, despite reported benefits.
Why pregnancy-related deaths remain a New Mexico problem.
The new analysis found more than 40% of pregnancy-related deaths were caused by underlying behavioral health issues.
State solicits contracts for three new Albuquerque-area foster youth group homes
Some have expressed concerns at the agency’s apparent commitment to continue using group homes, arguing they can endanger kids.
Complaint alleges potential conflicts at Environment Department amid high-stakes proceedings
ProgressNow New Mexico submitted the complaint Friday to the Office of the State Auditor, outlining concerns about an AI-related contract.
Heinrich, Leger Fernández introduce bill to reverse rate reductions for veterans’ home healthcare
Between 2025 and 2026, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs slashed reimbursement rates for home health care in New Mexico by nearly 20%.
New Mexico implements new strategies to expand free childcare system
The efforts are aimed at streamlining the licensure of new daycare and preschool facilities and boosting the number of available slots.
On Trinity Test anniversary, downwinders advocate Tina Cordova continues fight for New Mexicans
Cordova speaks on her decades of work with the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium to fight for compensation and acknowledgment for New Mexico’s downwinders.
New Mexico disability community urges further state protections amid federal uncertainty
Policies such as a state accessibility act, universal text-to-911 and widespread closed captioning, advocates say, are priorities.
Why have opioids taken a hold on New Mexico?
State data shows a 21% increase in opioid deaths in 2025, with 900 death last year, even as overdose fatalities nationwide have been on the decline.
U.S. Underestimates Peril if Los Alamos Were to Leak Plutonium, Study Says
An accident at the lab that produces America’s nuclear bomb cores could lead to more fatalities than previously estimated by the federal government, according to new research.
Health
Childcare providers say New Mexico’s proposed rule changes would hurt business
Public commenters say the changes would create rigid budgeting requirements and could potentially violate educators’ privacy.
Behavioral health reforms approved for Santa Fe, Rio Arriba, Los Alamos counties
The plan stems from a law passed in 2025 that mandated regional behavioral health plans in hopes of expanding access to services.
UNM moves toward more clinic time, less academic time for teaching doctors
The change — which comes as UNM endeavors to double medical school enrollment — has drawn concerns from some clinical faculty members.
child & Family Welfare
CYFD denies that it refused to produce records in NMDOJ’s investigation
CYFD is asking the Justice Department’s lawsuit be dismissed with prejudice, meaning it would not be able to be refiled.
Lawsuit claims New Mexico child welfare agency denied responsibility for runaway teen after shooting
CYFD’s alleged inaction left the boy in an unacceptable environment and without crucial resources, an attorney said.
Childcare is tough to find in New Mexico. Eldercare might be even tougher.
New Mexico has just 31 adult daycare programs, which are designed to meet the needs of adults who can’t be left home alone safely.
Government
Searchlight New Mexico’s Second Life
Executive Director Bill Church is joined at the table with Searchlight editor Ed Williams as the two talk to Executive Producer Jeff Proctor about the future of the recently acquired investigative news site.
UNM reappoints law school dean amid scrutiny over diversity, admissions
UNM’s provost and executive vice president for academic affairs announced the decision to renew Carey’s contract Monday.
New Mexico Highlands University regents deny wrongdoing in response to ex-president’s lawsuit
The regents and the former president have been publicly trading barbs since Woolf was abruptly placed on leave in May.
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