New Mexico News
Statewide Changes Going Into Effect
Governor addresses social distancing for residents and businesses
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham held a live-streamed press conference today after announcing confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the state had reached 28. Her message was clear: Reduction in interactions with others will continue to reduce transmission, and as such, will help prevent further spread of COVID-19. Due to this, new restrictions have been implemented statewide that will begin being enforced Thursday, Mar. 19 until April 10.

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On Assignment
State Dems Move Forward
Primary election and women leaders shape race
We talked with the leadership cadre of the Democratic Party of New Mexico as elections loomed and a viral threat emerged here at home.

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Council Watch
The Council in March
COVID-19, emergency powers and a new councilor
March came in like a lamb and will go out like a lion because, in our unprecedented times, local governments are infused with national and global concerns. The March 16 Albuquerque City Council meeting was held in a vacant chamber due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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New restrictions on public gatherings were enacted this week by New Mexico Department of Health; Mayor Tim Keller directed city employees to practice social distancing while completing tasks; Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued five executive orders authorizing up to $3.25 million in emergency response and disaster relief funding.