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New Mexico leads the country in pecan production. The Trump Administration rolls back environmental protections for streams and wetlands. Also, we get a commentary on a new book that examines discrimination in elections.

A preview of a new exhibit at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces.

Health officials are warning the state about the new strain of the coronavirus. Forest services officials want input from New Mexicans on how to move forward with strained resources, and New Mexico teaching candidates have a higher examination cost. Also, we get a commentary on an upcoming race in the Senior Olympics.

Some are proposing setting up a plan and state commission to address widespread disparities in public schools based on race, class, ability and more. KUNM's Bryce Dix reports that advocates say another commission is not needed. Also, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham says boosting the economy and education will bring more opportunity to the state, and a largely-forgotten case about discrimination in Texas schools is brought to life in a documentary.

New Mexico's Governor has an ambitious agenda for education this legislative session, there are concerns of funding for New Mexico's Ethics Commission, and we get a commentary on Guardianship issues in New Mexico.

U.S. Representative Xochitl Torres Small recently held a town hall event in Las Cruces.

New Mexico lawmakers prepare to start the 30-day legislative session today. A new pilot program is trying to make it easier for asylum seekers in the remain in Mexico program to find a lawyer. Also, the National Restaurant Association is looking to immigrants to fill workforce gaps left by young people.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is encouraging lawmakers to increase funding for education. Also, a study may reveal between obesity and the size of your brain.

The Communications Workers for America call for higher raises for state employees in New Mexico. Also, Michael Bloomberg looks to Texas to propel him to the Democratic nomination for President.

New Mexico reaches $360,000 settlement with newspaper after court ruled former Governor Susana Martinez violated the state inspection of Public Records Act. New numbers show nearly 100,000 people were approved for citizenship in Texas in 2019. Also, area high school students explore the outdoors.

Education will once again be a major focus in the legislative session. Also, we get a commentary on some lawmakers proposing a motto be placed in public buildings in New Mexico.

A preview of an upcoming concert hosted by the Doña Ana Arts Council.

New billboards in Texas and other states are designed to encourage dialogue about Islam. Also, we get a commentary on funding for early childhood services in New Mexico.

Homeless advocates want New Mexico's legislature to provide more funding for services. Also, we hear from the lead attorney for plaintiffs in the case that found New Mexico is not providing an adequate education to all students.

The U.S. Government's only underground nuclear waste repository in Southeastern New Mexico has taken in its first large shipment in six years. A national political group working to flip Republican-controlled legislatures says Texas is a number one priority. Also, we have a commentary on if people should go to jail if they can't pay a fine.

Federal border agency officials say that Black Hawk helicopters will start flights over part of the U.S.-Mexico border. Also, New Mexico Environmental officials say there are potential emissions violations by several oil and gas operators in the state. Also, a pair of Doña Ana County Commissioners present inspection findings of the county detention center.

We learn about the potential dangers of mixing two or more cleaning products.

We learn about the potential dangers of mixing two or more cleaning products.

Many El Paso residents want Texas to take the politics out of redistricting. Also, we hear from a local educator who recently addressed the board of Las Cruces Public Schools about paid parental leave.

James Jimenez, Executive Director with New Mexico Voices For Children shares thoughts on the state's Legislative Finance Committee's recommendations for the next fiscal year and how it may impact early childhood education and care.

5-G technology can make data networks 5 to 200 times faster, but cities are battling state and federal government over towers on public right-of-ways. Also, we get a commentary on words used in political coverage.

La Academia Dolores Huerta, a local charter middle school is still taking applications for the spring semester.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announces support for new so-called "red flag" legislation. Also, we hear why you don't have to make dramatic changes to feel better about your health. Also, a commentary on the continuing lawsuits against Las Cruces Public Schools.

More of a conversation on how cities can grow smarter.

Geothermal power has lagged, but an initiative from UT Austin could change that. Also, a commentary on how the massive wildfires in Australia may be the latest sign of a climate emergency.

A conversation on fostering smart growth.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham sends budget recommendations to state lawmakers. Also, we hear a story from the American Homefront Project about the Department of Veterans Affairs offering couple retreats to veterans and their spouses.

Preview of the latest issue of Desert Exposure.

Preview of the latest issue of Desert Exposure.

When Texas lawmakers forced Planned Parenthood out of its health program for low income women, the state struggled to find healthcare providers to fill that service gap, leading to a rise in Crisis Prevention Centers-Christian operations that try to convince women not to get an abortion. Now, at least one of those centers now is offering contraception to women in an effort to prevent unwanted pregnancies.