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New Mexico health officials warn of mosquito-borne illness after West Nile detection
The virus is popping up in mosquitos along the Rio Grande, though no human cases have been identified in the state this year.
‘More important than ever’: Santa Fe PRIDE highlights visibility, history
Santa Fe’s annual PRIDE celebration is also bigger than ever this year, featuring an 85-float parade and more than 120 booths.
Higher Education Department announces $10M in on-campus childcare expansions
Officials stressed the importance of on-campus childcare, arguing it can make or break parenting students’ higher education.
‘I’ve enjoyed it all’: New Mexico Gen Z dads chart new path for fatherhood
Domonic Taylor is one of several Gen Z fathers who say their approach has been greatly shaped by their own life experiences.
New Mexico unveils new road map for improving Black student outcomes
“We seek instruction that students can identify with,” said Public Education Department Deputy Secretary Yvonne Garcia.
New Mexico lawmakers press Presbyterian Health Plan over changes
“When the need is great but the money’s not, there’s an exodus,” said Rep. Patricia Roybal Caballero, D-Albuquerque.
Legislative analysts: Behavioral health funds rolling out across New Mexico, but progress slow
The Legislature has since 2022 provided $843.5 million for behavioral health initiatives. About three-quarters has already been spent.
Former AD sues Highlands New Mexico University, alleging discrimination, harassment
A spokesperson said Highlands “remains committed” to providing an environment free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation.
Highlands regents accuse former president of misconduct, financial mismanagement
The letter offers the first public explanation for regents’ decision in May to place Woolf on leave before firing him earlier this month.
New Mexico lawmakers propose splitting CYFD in two. Is that a good idea?
CYFD touted its recent successes in juvenile justice, and warned that dividing the agency would require rigorous planning.
Report: New Mexico among bottom third of states in life satisfaction, mental health
The report isn’t just meant to indicate where states are going wrong; it’s a call to action for policymakers to make things better.
Health
CYFD contract for troubled Albuquerque group home for foster kids to end
After the Albuquerque facility’s contract ends, CYFD plans to seek contracts to operate three group homes for kids.
Albuquerque judge rejects Republican lawsuit challenging universal childcare
Judge Elaine Lujan ruled Duke Rodriguez’s lawsuit was moot given that lawmakers acted earlier this year to fund the program.
Santa Fe County woman dies of plague in first human case this year in New Mexico
It marks the state’s first human case of plague in 2026, though New Mexico typically sees a handful of plague cases each year.
child & Family Welfare
New Mexico developing new plan to tackle rising demand for dementia care
The updated plan comes as New Mexico’s population is growing older, and the number of residents with dementia is expected to increase.
New Mexico’s proposed rules for universal childcare receive pushback
Providers have expressed early concerns with the proposals, arguing they may not work with all business models.
New Mexico moves up one spot in child well-being — to 49th
Advocates and officials said the ranking — which still put the state 50th in education — was unsatisfactory, but recent steps could lead to gains.
Government
New Mexico Supreme Court upholds CYFD policy of taking drug-exposed newborns into custody
The justices rejected a petition filed by the American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico and two Democratic state lawmakers to halt the program.
New World screwworm infestation detected in New Mexico dog
It marks the first such case in New Mexico, after months of surveillance by state and federal authorities.
New Mexico Democrats pumped about an all-female ticket in November
For the first time in New Mexico history, two women are at the top of the Democratic ticket in November following Tuesday’s primary election.
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