22 Views  New data released by the U.S. Census Bureau shows New Mexico’s population is aging. New Mexico’s total population increased by 2.8% from 2010 to 2020, but the population of people ages 65 and older increased by 43.7%, according to 2020 Census data released by the Census Bureau and analyzed by Geospatial
24 Views  SAN DIEGO (AP) — The death in Border Patrol custody of an 8-year-old Panamanian girl is the second child migrant fatality in two weeks under government supervision, raising questions about how prepared authorities are to address medical emergencies of people arriving after an often-exhausting journey.
20 Views  “This agreement has potential to benefit New Mexico who depend on Colorado River water for our drinking water,” John Fleck said. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Biden administration struck a breakthrough deal to address ongoing drought conditions along the Colorado River Basin Monday.
18 Views  SANTA FE, N.M. – Homelessness in New Mexico does not seem to be getting better. In fact, a new report to the state Legislative Finance Committee shows a 48% increase in homelessness over the past year.
16 Views  A large tornado moved through eastern New Mexico Wednesday evening. Afternoon storm chances continue in the eastern half of the state through the end of the week.
21 Views  The powerful Legislative Finance Committee held its first interim meeting this week and appointed Charles Sallee as interim director. The committee is extending its search for a permanent director.
13 Views  SANTA FE, N.M. – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office says they have a plan to crack down on the organized crime that is plaguing the state.  The Organized Crime Commission will investigate organized crime rings, come up with programs to address this crime, and give annual reports to both
14 Views  While pirate radio operators haven’t found their way to space yet, they found the next closest place to get caught: a spaceport. The FCC’s Enforcement Bureau is conducting an investigation into an unlicensed FM broadcast station operating on frequencies 95.3 MHz and 96.3 MHz at the Spaceport America property in
15 Views  The Jones Soda Company created the special release soda A green chile and lime-flavored soda is now available for purchase online. The Jones Soda Company is behind the creation.
27 Views  In a recent draft recommendation, a health task force says that women should start screening for breast cancer at age 40 instead of 50. Scott Brocato spoke with Dr. Elma Gutierrez, an OB/GYN with Mountain View Medical Group in Las Cruces, about the recommendation.
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