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A middle schooler said she was raped. Then she was suspended from classes.
After a 13-year-old reported sexual assault, she was left to navigate a system where limited state and federal oversight leave school districts to decide how allegations are handled.
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New Mexico child advocate’s first foster system report lays out problems with investigations
The findings also highlight problems with the state’s practices for placing vulnerable children in its care in foster homes.
Project Jupiter developers urge New Mexico Supreme Court to get permit process moving again
Parties responded Wednesday in two New Mexico Supreme Court cases placing key permitting processes for Project Jupiter on hold.
Health Care Authority to mail New Mexicans on Medicaid affected by federal changes
The Health Care Authority will start sending letters this week Medicaid customers who have to comply with new work requirements.
Report details ‘systemic failures’ in New Mexico’s animal welfare systems, calls for new state agency
New Mexico lacks a consolidated state authority that is responsible for domestic animal welfare, the report says.
Project Jupiter site work continues, despite high court’s pause on permits
Oracle has said hiring local is a top priority, but the company has identified just 189 Doña Ana County residents out of over 2,100 workers.
U.S. sues New Mexico over law extending higher education benefits to immigrants
Similar lawsuits were also filed against three other states for tuition policies regarding undocumented students Thursday.
Judge strikes down New Mexico’s seven-day gun sale waiting period — but only for 2 people
Advocates say the decision, which follows a ruling that the law was likely unconstitutional, keeps store owners in limbo.
New Mexico sues federal government, alleging illegal border wall water use
New Mexico is suing the federal government for illegal water use and well drilling, as their contractors push to construct barriers on the border.
Meta settles with 52 AGs for $17B. Was New Mexico better off going it alone?
The state Department of Justice cites a higher verdict award and tougher social media protections for New Mexico children.
Lawmakers cautiously optimistic over rollout of CYFD’s new case management system
Analysts doubt the state’s timeline, noting it failed to release some functions when it rolled out the system last week.
Analysts warn of insolvency if New Mexico maintains health insurance subsidies
As health insurance premiums have soared, so has state spending on subsidies to shield some New Mexicans from rising costs.
Health
Project Jupiter foes laud recent court wins at quiet Doña Ana County meeting
“Those opposing Project Jupiter had some wins yesterday … and we are taking a moment to rejoice about that,” said Sheri Reinhart.
New Mexico Supreme Court pauses Project Jupiter permitting processes
Many elected officials have raised concerns about emissions and water use, including millions of gallons of fresh water for construction.
Unsent memo blasts panel’s denial of NMHU track, field work after injuries
The deteriorating track and turf surfaces have already caused several injuries, including three broken ankles, the document states.
child & Family Welfare
Report: New Mexico’s foster care information system still needs money, time
CYFD said the system launched Monday, and said staff are already being trained and getting accustomed to using the system.
How NM health clinics are affected by federal policy changes
Amid a boom in patients nationwide, about half of federally funded clinics in New Mexico saw an increase in patients.
Tucumcari’s only childcare center opens second location
The new facility represents an effort by the state to expand access in smaller communities struggling to provide childcare.
Government
Students at New Mexico Highlands University take strife in stride
While instructors describe mixed feelings as turmoil on campus continues, students say their back-to-school experience is business as usual.
‘We can’t allow this to happen’: Advocates decry recent spike in Santa Fe ICE arrests
At least 11 people reportedly were arrested Wednesday, while other arrests occurred over the weekend and early Thursday.
ICE makes arrest in Santa Fe health clinic lot
The arrest at La Familia, captured in video circulating on social media, was one of several ICE arrests reported Wednesday in Santa Fe.
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