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New Mexicans with loved ones in nursing facilities say communication is an issue. KUNM's Nash Jones has more. Also, we get a commentary on how we are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Mexicans with loved ones in nursing facilities say communication is an issue. KUNM's Nash Jones has more. Also, we get a commentary on how we are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.

While New Mexico works to fight the spread of COVID-19. Many are concerned how those who are homeless may be impacted by the pandemic. We hear how Las Cruces Community of Hope is working to help those in need.

New Mexico reports the first death in the coronavirus pandemic. Homeland Security officials say partially closing the border has decreased illegal crossings by more than half. Also, a commentary on how COVID-19 has changed our greeting habits.

Dr. Satya Rao, Academic Department Head of Public Health Sciences at NMSU shares thoughts on the coronavirus pandemic.

New Mexico's Supreme Court halts evictions for failure to pay rent due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, we hear how local officials are using social media to take on coronavirus and we get a commentary on our response to coronavirus.

El Paso city and county issue a "stay-at-home" order to fight the spread of COVID-19. Also, we hear how the Department of Veterans Affairs are working to offer a unified response to fight the spread of coronavirus.

New restrictions announced in New Mexico to fight the spread of COVID-19.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announces new restrictions to fight the spread of COVID-19. Also we hear how homeless shelters in the state are scrambling to find help, and asylum-seekers in the "Remain in Mexico program" have hearings rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has instructed testing sites to open in every county in the state. Also, we hear how Doña Ana County is responding to emergency health orders regarding COVID-19.

The New Mexico Department of Health continues testing for COVID-19 in Las Cruces. Also, we head to the U.S. and Mexico border to find out how folks are reacting to experts who are calling for people to practice social distancing.

COVID-19 update and how Sierra County has been impacted by coronavirus.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issues new emergency orders to take on the coronavirus. Also, commentator Walt Rubel shares his thoughts on the COVID-19 state of emergency.

We speak with infectious disease researcher Dr. Michael Woods about COVID-19. Dr. Woods is an associate professor and Director of the BioSciences Research Laboratory at the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine in Las Cruces. His research on Uganda Plague Outbreak Response has been honored by the CDC.

With the coronavirus and the lowering of oil prices, some analysts are concerned about the New Mexico Budget. Also, a commentary on how the Trump administration has responded to the pandemic of the coronavirus.

U.S. Senator Tom Udall shares what the federal government is doing to help small businesses and how local businesses are impacted.

In a little over a month, Trump Administration rollbacks to the Clean Water Act will go into effect.

A UTEP student has tested positive for COVID-19. Also, we learn how nursing homes are preparing to prevent COVID-19.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has ordered state agencies to take steps to remote working as well closing state parks and museums. Also, the Department of Health has ordered restaurants and bars to operate at 50 percent occupancy and seating. The Governor has also made sure the National Guard is ready. In more news, the Department of Health ordered nursing homes to limit visitation to people whose loved ones are receiving end-of-life care. Also we hear how UTEP students feel about the coronavirus state of emergency.

El Paso has identified two presumptive positive COVID-19 cases. Also, we get a preview of a conversation with marijuana and hemp research and policy.

Schools set to close in New Mexico to prevent spread of coronavirus. Concerns for those without paid sick leave are rising with the spread of coronavirus. Also, a commentary on how social media and politics can be a dangerous mix.

Schools set to close in New Mexico to prevent spread of coronavirus. Concerns for those without paid sick leave are rising with the spread of coronavirus. Also, a commentary on how social media and politics can be a dangerous mix.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham says K-12 schools will close for 3 weeks after today's school day to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. Also, we learn helpful tips for tax preparation information using the IRS website.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has declared a state of emergency after positive tests of the coronavirus have been confirmed. Also, we get a commentary on a plan Las Cruces city officials have on El Paseo's corridor.

New Mexico's Public Regulation has approved the sale of El Paso Electric. Also, TED Radio Hour has a new host.

Two NMSU students who studied abroad in Italy are under voluntary self-quarantine for 14 days in El Paso and Truth or Consequences after returning to the borderlands earlier this month. Also, Albuquerque Public Schools have sent out a memo reminding employees that federal immigration agents are not allowed on school grounds unless they have a warrant, and we get a commentary on the search for the new Las Cruces City Manager.

New Mexico health officials and providers are visiting nursing homes to inspect for signs of coronavirus. Also, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich introduces legislation designed to reduce poverty by helping both parents and their children.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham vetoed roadway projects due to uncertainty in oil markets. Texas Governor Greg Abbott said that a number of Americans on the Grand Princess cruise ship will be transferred to a military base in San Antonio. Also, APS is rolling out several new suicide prevention initiatives following a series of student deaths over the last year. KUNM's Nash Jones shares how peer support may help students.

The fall in world oil prices is threatening to reverse New Mexico's budget surplus. Also, some events are canceled in Las Cruces over concern of coronavirus and we learn more about coronavirus symptoms in health news.

Thousands of women marked International Women's Day in Mexico by standing up against violence towards women. Also, KUNM's Nash Jones shares more on how Albuquerque Public Schools is under pressure to improve suicide prevention.