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This week New Mexico in Focus discusses the ongoing debate between lawmakers regarding the idea of increasing the state’s minimum wage including one plan that does away with another wage level designed for employees like restaurant wait staff and...

America’s Public Television Stations (APTS) recently announced the election of its new board leaders and members, including New Mexico PBS General Manager & CEO Franz Joachim, who was elected as a trustee. The newly-elected trustees are: Carolyn...

It is said that people and pets are better together. In fact, there is scientific evidence supporting the health benefits of cuddling a furry friend. To honor these special relationships and related responsibilities, The University of New Mexico’s...

This week on New Mexico in Focus, correspondent Gwyneth Doland reports from the Roundhouse on the latest movement regarding ethics legislation and especially on the recently released HB4, which lays out details of how a voter-approved Ethics Commission...

This week on New Mexico in Focus correspondent Gwyneth Doland reports from the Roundhouse with the latest updates on gun control legislation, including more stringent background check requirements. Correspondent Laura Paskus takes a deep dive into...

Course materials and textbooks are essential for student learning and can be notorious for their high price tags. For years, The University of New Mexico Bookstore on main campus has implemented various initiatives and has made continuous strides to...

This week on New Mexico in Focus, correspondent Gwyneth Doland dives into the finances surrounding legalized and medical cannabis with a financial market analyst, a tax expert, and an owner of a medical cannabis dispensary. Additionally, Gene Grant and...

This week on New Mexico in Focus correspondent Gwyneth Doland breaks down what will no doubt be one of the most high-profile legislative discussions this year: legalizing recreational cannabis for adults over age 21. She finds out why supporters believe...

This week on New Mexico in Focus, correspondent Megan Kamerick sits down with Rep. Daymon Ely, who is working on a “red flag” law that would allow authorities to temporarily remove firearms from those deemed to be an immediate threat to themselves or...

This week on New Mexico in Focus, correspondent Laura Paskus presents this month’s segment of “Our Land: New Mexico’s Environmental Past, Present and Future.”  She sits down with Sen. Peter Wirth and Rep. Gail Armstrong to talk about proposed bills...