A hearing — the next step in a case that could determine the future of universal childcare in the state — is scheduled June 11.
Child & Family Welfare
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Lawsuit alleges Doña Ana County violated public records law, falsified documents
The suit, which centers on Memorial Medical Center, is related to allegations the hospital denied cancer care to uninsured residents.
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Police have used kids’ gun access law three dozen times in three years, data shows
Advocates say the law is working as intended by essentially scaring irresponsible gun owners into securing their weapons.
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New Mexico programs offer prescriptions for healthy food
During New Mexico’s growing season, the programs benefit not just participants in need of healthy food but local farmers.
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ACLU, lawmakers petition to block CYFD strategy for drug-exposed babies
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and CYFD argue the strategy is working, affecting scores of newborns in New Mexico.
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Construction on new $636 million UNM medical school set to start in early 2027
The new UNM School of Medicine is one piece of a statewide effort to increase the number of doctors in New Mexico.
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Patients worry after Los Alamos Medical Center halts labor, delivery services
The change is the latest in a series of shrinkages in obstetric care for New Mexico patients, particularly those who live in rural areas.
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New Mexico judge orders release of former juvenile offender after parole board denied freedom
The decision sets a precedent for other inmates and for parolees already free who were threatened with returning, lawyers say.
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Early childhood workers rally support for wage scale amid uncertainty from state
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland joined advocates in emphasizing the importance of supporting early childhood workers.
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After nearly a year, CFYD resolves contract dispute with behavioral health providers
The dispute between CFYD and a state behavioral health board dragged on for nearly a year, threatening to disrupt care for kids.
