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Southern New Mexicans grapple with public safety concerns after abrupt special legislative session
New Mexico’s special legislative session to address public safety began and ended in a matter of hours. The sole bill that made it to the governor’s desk addressed funding for wildfire recovery efforts and appropriated $3 million to fund assisted outpatient treatment programs and competency diversion pilot programs. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham called the session one of the most disappointing days of her career due to the lack of action taken by the legislature.
New Mexico Braces for Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Risk
Albuquerque, NM – New Mexico is preparing for an increase in storm activity across the western half of the state. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Albuquerque has issued a warning for residents to expect even stormier conditions on Friday, with a heightened risk of flash flooding, particularly in areas with recent burn scars.
NM education officials in Los Alamos to discuss public school reform, statewide plan still missing
Lawmakers will continue to learn what is and isn’t working in the long uphill climb to reform New Mexico’s public education. On the agenda today for the Legislative Education Study Committee meetings in Los Alamos will be what’s billed as a “Roadmap” update on the Yazzie-Martinez lawsuit that mandates reform for the state’s public schools. […] The post NM education officials in Los Alamos to discuss public school reform, statewide plan still missing appeared first on Source New Mexico.
CBS7 FIRST ALERT Forecast for Thursday, July 25th, 2024
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - CBS7 FIRST ALERT Forecast for Thursday, July 25th, 2024: We’re in a bit of a monotonous period weather wise across West Texas and southeast New Mexico currently. Highs will warm into the 80s and 90s once again. Midland/Odessa are looking to reach a high temperature...
‘Truly shocking’: New Mexico AG reacts to NBC News investigation into hospital
An investigation by NBC News into allegations of cancer patients being denied medical care at a hospital in New Mexico is prompting a reaction from the state. The Attorney General Raúl Torres is launching an investigation into the claims the hospital is facing.
Lujan Grisham overstepped with special session
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Hazy Sky and Warmer Temps through the Weekend
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Chief Meteorologist Jacob Riley has your Wednesday evening weather update for July 24, 2024. Tonight: Mostly clear. Low of 67°. Winds SE 8-12 MPH. Tomorrow: Mostly sunny. High of 94°. Winds SE 12-18 MPH. Tonight:. A hazy sky will give way to...
Verizon offering $3 million in free backpacks
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – In honor of the school’s return to session, Verizon stores across the country are offering free backpacks to students, including here in New Mexico. Round Room LLC, a Verizon-authorized retailer, is giving away $3 million worth of backpacks at the 12th Annual “School Rocks Backpack Giveaway” this Sunday. The company says they […]
NM animal health experts update fair guidance to include high-quality masks
Well-fitting masks or respirators can help stop the spread of a highly contagious strain of bird flu, according to new guidelines New Mexico animal health officials published as fair season kicks off. On Monday, three agencies published a three-page guidance document, and sent it to extension offices and fair organizers across New Mexico. In a […] The post NM animal health experts update fair guidance to include high-quality masks appeared first on Source New Mexico.
One of Our 50 Is Missing: July 2024
A hair-rising mix-up at the salon. Illustration by Chris Philpot. A recent trim got hairy for REBECCA SCHULTZ in Waukegan, Illinois, when she mentioned an upcoming trip to the Land of Enchantment. “I wish I could go to New Mexico,” the hairdresser replied. “I’ve never been to another country.” Schultz had a tough decision to make: correct her stylist or let her spend the rest of the haircut talking about Mexico? Schultz says she used her head and kept quiet. It felt unwise to argue with a person wielding scissors.
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