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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.
UNM moves toward more clinic time, less academic time for teaching doctors
The change โ which comes as UNM endeavors to double medical school enrollment โ has drawn concerns from some clinical faculty members.
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.
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.
‘Despicable act’: New Mexico governor vows all possible legal action against DEA
Lujan Grisham compared the agency’s reported fentanyl strategy to feds’ other major failures, such as the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire.
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.
‘Punishing’ changes to New Mexico food regulations include fee hikes for restaurants
Changes to the New Mexico Administrative Code mean restaurants will soon front higher costs for late permit renewals, reinspections and certain types of applications.
CYFD, some New Mexico police agencies continue secrecy in cases involving dead children
The obscurity has persisted despite a 2025 reform law requiring the state to release more information in those cases.
Albuquerque launches initiatives to curb youth violence, mental health woes
The initiatives will include $750 per month to 20 at-risk young people, and therapy to youth with behavioral health issues.
Amid border wall battle with feds, New Mexico Catholic dioceses call upon the devout
A pilgrimage is planned Sunday at Mount Cristo Rey, near where the Trump administration wants a new border wall segment.
Fire ban, isolated closure planned for Santa Fe National Forest
The move comes as a wildfire that sparked this week in the Jemez Mountains has burned more than 300 acres and forced evacuations.
Health
Pojoaque Pueblo graduates celebrate sobriety on the ‘Path to Wellness’
The program diverts people accused of nonviolent crimes related to substance use toward behavioral health services.
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.
child & Family Welfare
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.
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.
Government
Jemez Mountains fire spurs evacuation order in Sandoval County
The McCauley Springs Fire, located near Battleship Rock in the Jemez Mountains, had burned approximately 30 acres by 10 a.m. Wednesday.
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 moneyโs not, thereโs an exodus,” said Rep. Patricia Roybal Caballero, D-Albuquerque.
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