A controversial copper mine that closed decades ago could be coming back to Hillsboro, stirring fears among residents about pollution and water use.
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Sunland Park’s water now meets EPA arsenic standards. Can the state rebuild trust with residents?
The region’s water authority has come under fire for distributing high arsenic drinking water to customers without telling them.
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AG, Santa Fe lawmaker pitch AI safety measures after UNM breach
The announcement followed an attempt by an autonomous, out-of-control AI model to access a restricted record from the school.
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The federal government is scaling back civil rights enforcement for students. What does that mean for K-12 schools?
This inaugural podcast episode of “Searchlight New Mexico with Ed Williams” delves into the complexities of sexual assault in schools. Student advocates Sabrina Bernadel and Susan Moen offer their takes on the issue.
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Las Cruces at-risk youth program highlights growth, notes struggles coordinating with state agencies
Enrollment in Las Cruces programs serving at-risk youth and those exiting foster care or incarceration topped 1,000 last year despite challenges with staffing and funding.
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Lawmakers, attorney say New Mexico’s child welfare system has a long way to go
Legislators expressed concerns over CYFD’s slow progress toward reform, and said it must better professionalize its workforce.
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Request for records on governor’s meeting with data center officials yields one photo
A public records request regarding a July 27 meeting between Oracle and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham provided virtually no information on its content.
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Santa Fe Public Schools accused of withholding information on audio surveillance investigation
A law firm suing Santa Fe Public Schools says the district improperly redacted its report on audio-recording school cameras.
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Formerly incarcerated ‘Breaking Bad’ actor spreads message of change at New Mexico prison
Luis Moncada, also known for his appearances in “Better Call Saul” and “Dexter,” relayed his life story and fielded questions.
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How Ozempic is changing Medicaid spending in New Mexico
New Mexico’s Medicaid program in 2025 spent $38.7 million on the medication — up more than 34% since just the year before.
