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NMiF: Big Healthy Life

A look at childhood obesity

By Ashley Rammelsberg | October 19, 2017

This week on New Mexico in Focus, we bring you the documentary “Big Healthy Life,” which tackles the tough topic of childhood obesity.  We also…

NMiF: healthy living

Re-connecting With A Healthy Lifestyle: Diet and Exercise

By Ashley Rammelsberg | October 6, 2017

October 6, 2017 – Chronic illnesses, particularly diabetes, is a longstanding public health concern in many tribal communities in the Southwest. Native Americans are also…

NMiF: women in tech

Women in Tech

By Ashley Rammelsberg | October 6, 2017

September 29, 2017 – The technology industry continues to have a severe gender imbalance, with fewer women in the industry overall, and often those who…

NMiF: former U.S. Attorney Damon Martinez

Former U.S. Attorney offers few answers on controversial ATF sting

By Ashley Rammelsberg | September 29, 2017

By Jeff Proctor, New Mexico In Depth Damon Martinez says he would take “seriously” allegations of racial profiling and other questionable tactics alleged about a…

NMiF: Healthy Workforce

Arguments For And Against The Proposed Healthy Workforce Ordinance

By Ashley Rammelsberg | September 29, 2017

September 29, 2017 – On October 3 voters will decide if Albuquerque should mandate paid sick leave for employees, including those who are temporary or…

NMiF: bilingual education

Education Desk – Bilingual Education

By Ashley Rammelsberg | September 22, 2017

September 22, 2017 – About 15 percent of New Mexico’s student population participates in some form of bilingual education. Producer Sarah Gustavus sits down with…

NMiF: Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women

Curbing Violence Against Native Women

By Ashley Rammelsberg | September 22, 2017

September 22, 2017 – Statistics prove American Indian and Alaska Native women face a higher risk of violence and sexual abuse. And, experts say, it…

NMiF: Paul Barnes interview

Longtime Ken Burns Editor Discusses Vietnam War Series With NMPBS

By Ashley Rammelsberg | September 15, 2017

September 15, 2017 – This week on New Mexico in Focus, producer Sarah Gustavus interviews documentary editor Paul Barnes. Barnes, a Santa Fe resident, is…

NMiF: city council race

Albuquerque City Council Elections – District 1

By Ashley Rammelsberg | September 15, 2017

September 15, 2017 – Five seats on the Albuquerque city council are up for election this year. Crime, economic development and the Albuquerque Rapid Transit…

NMiF: ABQ district 9 city council candidates

2017 Albuquerque City Council Races – District 9

By Ashley Rammelsberg | September 8, 2017

September 8, 2017 – Five seats on the Albuquerque city council are up for election this year. Crime, economic development and the Albuquerque Rapid Transit…

NMiF: ABQ district 7 city council candidates

2017 Albuquerque City Council Races – District 7

By Ashley Rammelsberg | September 8, 2017

September 8, 2017 – Five seats on the Albuquerque city council are up for election this year. Crime, economic development and the Albuquerque Rapid Transit…

NMiF: Boye Ladd

A New Mexico Perspective On Health & Dancing With Boye Ladd

By Ashley Rammelsberg | September 1, 2017

September 1, 2017 –  Boye Ladd is, among many things, a pow wow emcee and a supporter of Native veterans who interacts with Native communities…