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Behind the Dukes Up Democratic Primary Debate 

May 1, 2026
Two men sit across from each other at a round table with mugs and a notepad, talking in a studio with blue lighting and a dark background.

5.1.2026 – Mark Fine of the local charitable group Dukes Up chats with NMPBS Executive Producer for Public Affairs Jeff Proctor about the organization’s Democratic primary debate for governor’s race. Fine explains the mission of Dukes Up and the group’s intention to create a forum for New Mexico citizens to judge the candidates and their positions. NMPBS is serving as the broadcast partner for the debate, airing Thursday, May 7 on…

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Forever Chemicals; Raton Outdoor Rec & Gov. Debate

May 1, 2026
A nonstick frying pan with a black handle next to a graphic of a chemical flask labeled "PFAS.

This week on New Mexico in Focus, state Environment Secretary James Kenney visits our Albuquerque studio to explain new state regulations on PFAS, or “forever chemicals.” Several areas in the state have seen PFAS contamination, including sites around Holloman and Kirtland Air Force bases where toxic firefighting foam was used for years. Runoff from the foam contaminated area groundwater,…

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