# Santa fe
The HGTV Smart Home 2023 Sweepstakes Entry Period Opens Soon
The HGTV® Smart Home 2023, located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is situated at the foot of the southern Rocky Mountains and has breathtaking views of the vibrant desert terrain. Tiffany Brooks, the home's interior designer, says, "This year's home is a lavish oasis that melds traditional with modern, complete with smart living solutions that will provide the winner with the best of both worlds. One of the most impressive features of the smart home is a rooftop deck where views of the surrounding areas and the mountains are spectacular.
This Burrito Spot Has Been Named the Best in New Mexico
As the scent of fire-roasted green chiles permeates the air in Santa Fe, it's clear that this is a city where the unassuming burrito has been transformed into a culinary masterpiece. It's no surprise that many yearn to be there for National Burrito Day on April 6.
Federal SNAP Cuts Leave New Mexico Families Struggling to Afford Basic Necessities
SANTA FE, NM. - Gladys Recinos, a New Mexico resident, went from being able to buy food for her family for the entire month to barely making it to 17 days this month when the federal government ended the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program's pandemic expansion. As a result, she can now only cover around 15 days worth of food with food assistance, forcing her to rely on school meals to feed her family.
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New Mexico's Rural Homelessness: A Challenge to Overcome
SANTA FE, NM. - According to a recent report by the Legislative Finance Committee, New Mexico has seen a remarkable decrease in homelessness over the past decade. However, the report also highlights a significant divide between urban and rural areas when addressing the issue of homelessness.
New Mexico considers revolutionary psilocybin-derived therapy for mental health
SANTA FE, NM. - New Mexico may soon make history as it considers a new bill to establish a program using psilocybin-derived products to treat patients with certain mental health conditions in a clinical setting. Additionally, the bill proposes the creation of an advisory group that will study the feasibility of such a program, which could lead to a revolutionary approach to treating mental health conditions.
Climate change worsens water crisis in New Mexico, urgent action needed
SANTA FE, NM. - In light of New Mexico's unprecedented water challenges, lawmakers are considering a bill to fully fund the Strategic Water Reserve, a management tool deemed essential for the state's water future. With climate change causing changes in weather patterns and the Rio Grande flowing less, water management tools like the Reserve are more critical than ever.
New Mexico lawmakers debate whether human operators should be required in autonomous vehicles
SANTA FE, NM. - New Mexico legislators are considering a new bill requiring autonomous vehicles always to have a human operator in the car. The proposed legislation, called House Bill 378, aims to ensure that autonomous vehicles are safe and compliant with traffic and motor vehicle laws in the state.
Employee Free Speech Act: New Mexico's latest legislation on employee rights
SANTA FE, NM - A new bill has been introduced to the New Mexico State Legislature to protect the rights of workers to express their political opinions without fear of retaliation. The Employee Free Speech Act, introduced by Representatives Eleanor Chavez and Janelle Anyanonu, aims to protect the freedom of employees to express their opinions on political matters without coercion from their employers.
New Mexico considers new restrictions on firearms: Fourth degree felony for possessing large-capacity magazines
SANTA FE, NM. - New Mexico is currently considering a new piece of legislation in the form of House Bill 101. The bill, introduced by Andrea Romero, aims to impose restrictions on the possession and transfer of firearms, specifically large-capacity magazines and assault weapons. The bill was introduced in the 56th Legislature of the State of New Mexico during its first session of 2023.
New Mexico State Legislature to Close Loophole Allowing LGBTQ Discrimination
SANTA FE, NM. - A bill that would close a loophole in the state's anti-discrimination laws, which currently allow for discrimination against the LGBTQ community, is scheduled for debate in the New Mexico State Legislature. The goal of House Bill 207 is to make it illegal for public agencies and contractors to treat people differently because of their gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The state has had a strong anti-discrimination law for a long time, but it does not explicitly protect the LGBTQ community.
How a lack of resources is keeping New Mexicans from achieving literacy
SANTA FE, NM. - New Mexico is facing an unprecedented crisis. With the third highest poverty rate in the country and a literacy rate that is severely lacking, the situation for many of its citizens is dire. This generational poverty has created a cycle of illiteracy that is hard to break.
Popular cinema to close Santa Fe location
Sad news for cinema-goers in Santa Fe, New Mexico, today with the news that popular movie business Regal Cinemas is closing one of its locations in Santa Fe. The Regal Cinema at the Santa Fe Stadium, 3474 Zafarano Dr, will not have its lease renewed next month.
Settlement by the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, New Mexico has No Impact on Pending Alamogordo Case
Alamogordo case set for February 2023 not impacted by the recent. Alamogordo Case Not impacted by Settlement of Archdiocese of Santa Fe Case to be heard in February 2023Photo by2nd Life Media.
Things to do in Santa Fe with Kids (State Capitol/New Mexico History Museum/Bug Museum)
Traveling to Santa Fe, New Mexico with kids and touring the New Mexico State Capitol, visiting the New Mexico History Museum and the Harrell House Bug Museum. We spent the night at the Inn of the Governors.
Riding Santa Fe's Sky Railway! The Sunset Serenade Train
In this video we are taking a ride on Santa Fe's scenic adventure train, the Santa Fe Sky Railway! This train offers several different themed rides and travels on the rail line between the Santa Fe Rail Yard and Lamy, New Mexico. On this trip I am riding on the Sunset Serenade, that takes you out of town and stops to watch the sunset, with delicious cocktails and live music. This video was made in partnership with the Santa Fe Sky Railway, I was offered free train tickets to give it a try! For more information on this scenic train check out skywailway.com.
Fall at the Santa Fe Ski Basin- Santa Fe, New Mexico
While exploring the Santa Fe National Forest I walked around the Santa Fe Ski Basin. The colors were so beautiful and there was a lovely creek trickling down under the ski lift. There are also several hiking trails in this area-accessible from the ski area parking lot.