Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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This week, New Mexico film workers continue to struggle despite new data that shows their industry is rebounding. Former gubernatorial candidate Ken Miyagishima says the barriers are too high for independent candidates to qualify for the state's ballot. A new maternal medicine program is meant to help communities without a birthing center. Protestors and supporters speak on the proposed merger of PNM’s parent company and Blackstone.

Host Nash Jones shares details. Watch New Mexico in Focus Friday at 7pm and stream on the PBS app.

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