New Mexico State Police forcibly removed pro-Palestinian protestors from the UNM Student Union Building early this morning, arresting several. Learn more, and see video, here: kunm.org/local-news/202…

Followed Rep. Gabe Vasquez today as he toured a full fledged farm on the campus of Polk Middle School in the South Valley, a community with a rich agricultural history and culture. kunm.org/local-news/202…

NM saw record organ donations and transplants last year, but the wait’s still long. Particularly for Native American people. I spoke with a nonprofit, a recipient and a waitlister about their efforts to prolong the lives of New Mexicans with organ failure. kunm.org/local-news/202…

People can now list their pronouns in pleadings filed with NM courts. The courts also must respect what a person lists. Options are she/her, he/his or they/them. Parties and attorneys can also now use the salutation Mx. along with Ms., Mrs., or Mr. kunm.org/local-news/202…

NM has some of the highest turnover among local election officials in the country, according to a new study. A couple new state laws could help stem the tide. kunm.org/local-news/202…

NM AG says fire victims can seek damages under state law for things that might not have a price tag — like the stress of being displaced — from a $4 billion fund meant to make people whole after USFS ignited the biggest wildfire in state history. buff.ly/4cbeXbX

New Mexico has made the first major change to its income tax brackets in nearly 20 years. All state taxpayers will owe less when they file in 2026, but especially those who make the least.

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Could a new law automatically detaining people accused of consecutive felonies make a big dent in NM crime? A UNM study and legislative analysis of the existing process suggest not. kunm.org/local-news/202…

Trump remains on the Colorado ballot after #SCOTUS unanimously rules this morning that Congress has to enforce #14A for federal officeholders:

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#SuperTuesday #Election2024

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Homemade signs expressing concern about thinning efforts in ABQ’s Bosque have popped up, calling for a pause and public mtg. The head of Open Space says they don’t plan to stop the work and are confident in its benefits. She asks sign makers to reach out.
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Albuquerque is going to pilot AI technology that detects people in the road, automatically triggering flashing lights to warn drivers. The city’s on track for the deadliest year for pedestrians yet, with 7 people killed on East Central already this year.
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Enjoyed speaking w/ Nash Jones at KUNM News about the end of New Mexico's legislative session, in which lawmakers debated ways to address the state's worst-in-the-nation alcohol crisis and then took no action. 🙃 Maybe mañana! kunm.org/local-news/202…

The gov may end up calling a special legislative session after so few of the tough-on-crime initiatives she backed got passed. She called the budget “a positive note” after expressing frustration and disappointment. kunm.org/local-news/202…

3rd time was a charm getting NM judges a raise. After vetoing similar proposals 2 years in a row, the gov has signed the salary bump for the bench. Supreme Court justices will earn $232,600 a year starting in May. Lower court judges will get a % of that. kunm.org/local-news/202…

11 and 12-year-olds at the Albuquerque Academy are not only performing operas but writing and scoring them!
❤️ this story from Mia Casas. Took me back to drama club in that very room almost 25 years ago. Such an affirming place. Performances tonight & tomorrow! kunm.org/local-news/202…

NM hasn’t had a state meat inspection program since 2007, when the USDA took it over. Proposals to get it back have failed to clear both chambers of the Legislature 4 years in a row now, but this year’s bill still has a chance. kunm.org/local-news/202…

Gov. Lujan Grisham testified before a committee in support of an #nmleg bill for the first time in 5 years.

She seeks an office with 3-4 employees and a tiny budget.

Why so much heat on the Office of Housing? A look at the battle behind-the-scenes:

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For the first time, a parent has been convicted in a mass school shooting. Jennifer Crumbley was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter after her son killed four students and injured seven others in 2021. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Ekow N. Yankah.
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