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Concerns on the pandemic and substance abuse. Also, a commentary on how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted traditional graduations.

Data on how COVID-19 has impacted older people. Also, District 34 Incumbent Democratic State Representative Ray Lara shares why he is seeking re-election.

BLM is implementing fire restrictions in New Mexico this week. U.S. Customs and Border Protection have seized counterfeit COVID-19 testing kits. Also, a listener shares thoughts on the pandemic.

On Thursday, Doña Ana County saw a state-high 40 people test positive for COVID-19. The list of symptoms of the coronavirus continues to grow. The State of New Mexico says no one should be charged for COVID-19 care, but some people are still being charged. KUNM's Kahlil Ekulona speaks with New Mexico Superintendent of Insurance Russell Toal about how the state is trying to help.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced New Mexico is on track to see more businesses reopen in some capacity. Early voting is underway in New Mexico and officials are urging people who can vote to stay away from the polls and use an absentee ballot. Also, a commentary on tough decisions on the way for state and local levels.

The U.S. Government says its borders will remain closed to non-essential travel for at least another month. Also, we hear from New Mexico District 35 State Senate Candidate Neomi Martinez Parra.

A major home furnishings chain announces it is closing. Also, a commentary on the need for science to drive our response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Primary Election Coverage: New Mexico District 35 Incumbent Democratic State Senator John Arthur Smith shares why he is seeking re-election.

Las Cruces City Council votes to extend an emergency ordinance requiring masks be worn in public, city facilities. Also, we are introduced to a young, first time voter in Texas.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Monday that childcare facilities in the state can immediately start operating again. Also, KUNM's Khalil Ekulona speaks with Catherine Delaney, a physician's assistant and recovered COVID-19 patient about what it was like to be infected with the coronavirus.

Borderland business and health officials discuss how COVID-19 my impact the area.

The Department of Veterans Affairs struggles to keep up with remote healthcare.

The Trump Administration has only released 60 percent of the $8 Billion dollars Native Americans tribes were allocated. Also, a commentary on virtual meetings.

New Mexico District 31 Democratic State Senate Candidate Art Terrazas shares why he is running for the state senate seat.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announces new public health orders that include requiring masks in public places starting this Saturday. Also, a commentary on how the pandemic is impacting political campaigns this year.

Governor Lujan Grisham announces new public health orders and New Mexico District 31 Democratic State Senate Candidate Melissa Ontiveros shares why she is running for office.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham to make announcement on public health ordinances put in place to slow spread of COVID-19. A Democratic State Senate Candidate in the District 38 primary race drops out, and a commentary on how the oil and gas industry is spending big in New Mexico primary races.

Primary Election News: Preview of Republican Primary Forum with candidates running for New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District. Also, District 31 Incumbent Democratic State Senator Joseph Cervantes shares why he is seeking re-election.

How young people may be dealing with behavioral health challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Insight into a possible vaccine for COVID-19.

Officials around the borderland discuss the COVID-19 pandemic and how the economy in the region may be impacted.

Seniors facing social isolation face many challenges and a commentary on wearing masks.

New Mexico District 38 Incumbent Democratic State Senator Mary Kay Papen shares why she is seeking re-election.

Health officials update COVID-19 numbers in New Mexico. Some are hopeful that the drop in juvenile detention due to the pandemic can be a permanent change. Also, a commentary about a local county commission meeting violating public health orders.

State economists share latest projections on how the COVID-19 pandemic will impact revenue forecast. Also, Tracy Perry, District 38 Democratic State Senate candidate shares why she is running for office.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham says employees at all restaurants and essential "big box" businesses must wear masks. Also, we hear from a listener who shares how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their family restaurant and how employees at the restaurant have impacted him.

New Mexico District 38 Democratic State Senate Candidate Carrie Hamblen shares why she is running for office.

Conservation groups challenge the Trump administration's efforts to roll back protections for the nation's waterways and how international students are being impacted while campuses close during the pandemic.