A key part of what state lawmakers called a “historic” investment in affordable housing will take a major step forward in September, when applications open for what will ultimately be $125 million in loans to develop middle-income housing and affordable housing infrastructure. An interim legislative committee Monday approved rules for administering a new revolving loan […]
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NM kids could see thousands in trust funds if the Legislature takes a page from pilot program
A new pilot program is starting 15 New Mexico children off on a possible road to greater financial security, and a local state legislator is willing to a listen to talk of using state money to expand it. The program is called Baby Bonds. It’s a private initiative aimed at giving the kids a shot […]
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Assisted outpatient treatment, behavioral health back on the agenda for NM legislators
Leah Romero, Source NM Next week New Mexico lawmakers will discuss behavioral health and criminal justice, as well as the next steps for assisted outpatient treatment. The Courts, Corrections and Justice Committee will hear updates from Legislative Finance Committee analysts on Monday about criminal justice appropriations and recommendations on behavioral health and criminal justice. “You’ll […]
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Trump falsely claims a crowd photo from Harris’ campaign rally in Detroit was created using AI
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has been spreading false claims that an image of thousands of people waiting at Detroit’s airport as Democrat Kamala Harris arrived for a campaign rally was fabricated with the help of artificial intelligence. Reporters, photographers and video journalists representing The Associated Press and other news organizations who either traveled with Vice […]
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BernCo to Host Webinars for Nonprofits Seeking Capital Outlay Grants
Nonprofit organizations that want to take advantage of 2024 capital outlay grants received by Bernalillo County and/or want to seek 2025 capital outlay grants from the legislature must attend one of two upcoming webinars. The training will cover the following topics: Two webinar options will be offered: Bernalillo County supports local nonprofit organizations that seek […]
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State health insurance program wants feedback from New Mexicans on possible expansion
You are invited to give feedback on a plan to expand New Mexico’s safety-net health insurance program for the very poor. The New Mexico Health Care Authority wants to gather public input on “Medicaid Forward,” the state government’s plan to expand its Medicaid program to more New Mexicans. In 2023, the Legislature and Gov. Michelle […]
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Torrance County Animal Food Pantry Reopens With New Limits on Pet Food
Not all is lost for pets in need in Torrance County. In July, the Torrance County Community Animal Food Pantry had to close its doors due to a lack of food and donations for local pets. The pantry serves low-income families who need assistance feeding their animals and primarily operates from monetary and food donations […]
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State wants to address drinking water issues at 138 local systems
New Mexico environment officials put more than 100 drinking water systems on notice last week that they need to provide plans to address drinking water deficiencies by mid-August or potentially face steep fines. The 138 letters sent on July 29 by the New Mexico Environment Department declare that those drinking water systems responsible for sending […]
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State Opens City Parks Improvement Grant Application
The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) announced $7.5 million for city park improvements around the state. Signed into law by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, 2024 Capital Outlay Projects Senate Bill 275 created the City Park Improvement Program to enhance the quality and accessibility of city park facilities. The City Park Improvement Program […]
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Harris pledges to work to end taxes on tips for service industry employees, echoing Trump vow
By RIO YAMAT, DARLENE SUPERVILLE, WILL WEISSERT and JOSH BOAK Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris promised Saturday to work to eliminate taxes on tips paid to restaurant and other service industry employees, echoing a pledge that her opponent, Republican Donald Trump, has made, and marking a rare instance of political […]