Elva Osterreich

SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO – Many New Mexicans who survived cancer or had family members die from cancer have already received compensation from the federal government in connection with historical nuclear testing, namely the detonation of the world’s first atomic bomb near Socorro in 1945.

Volunteers statewide offer assistance in filing RECA claims Elva K. Österreich, Southern New Mexico Journalism Collaborative SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO – Many New Mexicans who survived cancer or had family members die from cancer have already received compensation from the federal government in connection with historical nuclear testing, namely the detonation of the world’s first atomic bomb near Socorro in 1945.

2026 Southern NM Giving Day kicks off to support dozens of nonprofits Elva K. Österreich, Southern New Mexico Journalism Collaborative SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO - Two Southern New Mexico community foundations are joining forces for the first time on a major charitable campaign that spans 12 counties and benefits dozens of local causes, ranging from hunger relief and the arts to animal welfare. The first phase of the campaign — pregiving — launched Monday, April 13.