A new poll showed New Mexico voters expressed a deep affection for lands, water and wildlife and want policies offering greater protections. The 14th annual Colorado College "State of the Rockies" survey of 3,400 voters in eight Western states found increasing support for conservation even as political affiliation fades. Dave Metz, principal and president of the polling firm Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz and Associates, said they are in favor of requiring oil and gas companies to pay for clean up and restoration on lands where they have drilled and favor limiting where the companies are allowed to drill. .
A new report shows that despite record spending on law enforcement in California, the clearance rate - that is the rate of crimes solved - was the lowest ever. Researchers from the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice found that the state spent a record $27 billion on police in 2021 - but the clearance rate was just 13% for all reported offenses, down from 20% in 1985. Senior Researcher for the Center and report author Mike Males explained. .
Wednesday s Kansas City Chiefs victory parade turned fatal, prompting gun-law activists to call for reform. One person died and three people are in custody following what was supposed to be a celebration parade for the Chiefs. Valentyna Usyk attended the parade. .
Time management is an essential skill for academic success, but school counselors say it can also help counter students increasing struggles with depression and anxiety. Educators report alarming rates of mental health challenges among teens post-pandemic as they juggle academics, sports, social obligations and even work. 2024 Massachusetts School Counselor of the Year Colin Moge of West Springfield High School said it s a daily struggle for students. .
A new report found the State of Utah s overall tax and property tax burden hit record lows over the last five years, while the state s income tax reached an all-time high. The report by the Utah Foundation examined changes in Utahns tax and fee trends for nearly the last century. Christopher Collard, senior analyst for the Utah Foundation and the report s author, said the state s overall tax burden should be calculated by dividing by all residents personal income by the amount of tax collected. .