New Mexico’s unemployment rate plummets
790 Views It’s the lowest rate we’ve seen in 15 years. In January 2022, it was up at nearly 6%. SANTA FE – New Mexico’s economy is bouncing back from the COVID-19 pandemic. As of December 2022, our state’s unemployment rate sits at 3.9%. It’s the lowest rate we’ve seen in 15 years. In January […]
‘World’s Largest Matanza’ raises $50K+ for scholarships
450 Views The fundraising celebration of food and community was last held in 2020 BELEN, N.M. — Known far and wide as the “World’s Largest Matanza,” this annual event returned on Saturday after a two-year pandemic pause with its celebration of Hispanic food, family, culture and community — especially food
New Mexico among worst states for flu
478 Views Health experts explain why you should vaccinate for flu this year — especially in New Mexico The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says nationally, more than 25 million people have been affected this flu season. New Mexico has been no exception.
New Mexico lawmakers and governor plan to pass more crime laws during legislative session
795 Views SANTA FE, N.M. — Making our state safer is what New Mexico lawmakers and the governor talked about during a special meeting held on Wednesday.
New Mexico chefs selected as semifinalists in 2023 James Beard Awards
706 Views NEW YORK, NY — Five New Mexico chefs have been announced as semifinalists for best chef in the 2023 James Beard Awards. The James Beard Awards highlights chefs who demonstrate high standards in their leadership and culinary skills, along with chefs who are making a positive impact in local communities.
Historic capture of Mexican gray wolf in New Mexico
764 Views No Mexican gray wolf has traveled as far north and east since the wolf was reintroduced in 1998 The New Mexico Department Game and Fish captured a female Mexican gray wolf they said had never been there before. The wolf known as Asha was captured in northern New Mexico. This type of wolf traveled […]
New Mexico top prosecutor petitions against county abortion regulations
684 Views Torrez said this is because counties in Southeastern New Mexico have passed abortion regulations that are against the New Mexico Constitution SANTA FE, N.M. — New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez has pushed back on counties that have passed ordinances to regulate abortions.
Child care crisis on the rise in New Mexico
738 Views Melissa Mcgarity, mother of two, said she quit her job to become a stay-at-home mom, because she couldn’t afford child care. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The New Mexico Association for Education of Young Children will request permanent funds to support the need for quality child care at the 2023 legislative session.
Carlsbad Caverns closed this week for electrical repairs
484 Views Visitor center, Rattlesnake Springs and trails will remain open Carlsbad Caverns National Park will be closed from Sunday, Jan. 22 through Sunday, Jan 29 for electrical update repairs. This includes self-guided and ranger-guided tours.
Santa Fe County District Attorney speaks about charges filed against Alec Baldwin
753 Views SANTA FE, N.M. — Moments after involuntary manslaughter charges were to be filed against Alec Baldwin and Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, First Judicial District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies spoke to CNN about the charges being filed.
