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As the climate changes, NM officials draft protections for watersheds against wildfires

While New Mexico continues its yearslong recovery process from a disastrous fire season, the state and community partners are reviewing a 50-year water plan taking into account burn recovery and fire dangers the region will face.

New $6.4 million federal grant to help create new workforce training center in northern New Mexico

While New Mexico’s unemployment rate dropped in June, the state still has an issue with low workforce participation. That’s according to a recent legislative report. But a new $6.4 million federal grant from the American Rescue Plan may help more people access training and better paying jobs.

New Mexico needs more work on its tax reforms, experts argue

(The Center Square) – While New Mexico has stopped taxing Social Security benefits for most taxpayers, the state still needs more tax reforms to improve its economic climate, according to some fiscal policy experts.

Alcohol plays role as New Mexico struggles with spiking violence

Alcohol alone does not cause violence, scientists say, but it increases its likelihood. One professor compares it to pouring gasoline on a fire.

Can Republicans Shake the Democratic Grip on New Mexico?