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New Mexico sees increase in food insecurity, mental health amid pandemic

By Michael Pineda | Jan 3, 2021

Recent studies indicate the State of New Mexico has fallen behind other states when it comes to food insecurity and mental health as the COVID-19 pandemic rages on.

New Mexico to make exception for disabled students during two-week in-person learning halt

By Michael Pineda | Dec 27, 2020

The State of New Mexico is taking steps to avoid disruption to a Christmas COVID-19 surge by starting the first two weeks of the upcoming semester with a halt to in-person learning.

New Mexico bridges technology gap in education

By Michael Pineda | Nov 11, 2020

The State of New Mexico has collaborated with public and private entities to provide access for remote learning to students throughout the state.

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New Mexico Republicans blast Grisham's revised public health order

By Michael Pineda | Sep 2, 2020

If New Mexico residents are bewildered by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s revised Public Health Order, they can hardly be blamed as there seems to be no reason nor rhyme to the decision-making process, only confusion.

Pearce accuses Grisham of providing 'no leadership'

By Michael Pineda | Aug 5, 2020

A press conference run amok with political overtones left Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Steve Pearce steamed with the leadership of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham.

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New Mexico seeks stimulus funding as federal deficit continues to rise

By Michael Pineda | Aug 5, 2020

All eyes are on Washington D.C. as legislators and the White House hammer out details for the next stimulus package that states like New Mexico hope will provide economic relief.

Jewelry purchase during shutdown lands Grisham in hot water

By Michael Pineda | Jun 2, 2020

Accusations of using her office to purchase jewelry from a nonessential business has Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham facing a wave of criticism.

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Schmedes asks U.S. Attorney General to investigate senior evictions

By Michael Pineda | Jun 1, 2020

Failing to receive a suitable response from the state has led State Rep. Gregg Schmedes (R-Tijeras) to send a letter to U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr seeking relief on behalf of a number of senior citizens.

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New Mexico Republicans seek Barr's input on civil right violations

By Michael Pineda | May 14, 2020

New Mexico’s House leadership is asking the Attorney General to consider the state’s actions during the COVID-19 pandemic for civil rights violations.