A New Mexico health system recently let go of 43 workers, blaming rising costs and tough regulations. Most of the cuts hit administrative and support jobs, which make up about 2% of the local workforce. The company says these moves are necessary to stay financially healthy but insists patient care w
The Potomac River got a huge hit when a big sewage pipe broke six weeks ago, dumping almost 250 million gallons of raw waste into the water. A few months later, health officials announced that the river is now safe for swimming and fishing again. Yet many people still hesitate to get in. The news h
The state is now led by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, a former congresswoman who has shown a strong record on the environment. Her first task is to step into the role of climate champion left by her predecessor, especially as New Jersey faces a mix of development pressures and natural threats. The last ye
