Ballot Access Fight: A federal judge denied the New Mexico Forward Party’s bid to pause enforcement of the state’s minor-party ballot access rules, focusing on a narrower motion and giving the party until Sept. 16 to respond. AI in Schools: Lawmakers are pressing the Public Education Department over Amira AI, after districts and charters opted out over concerns about transparency, data safety, and how student voice recordings are used. Workforce Training Funding: New Mexico launched the application process for colleges to offer Workforce Pell, opening a new path for short-term, credential-focused training. Rio Grande Water Update: After record dryness, Albuquerque-area officials released 615 million gallons expected to reach the city by Thursday, aiming to help vegetation and provide drought data. Local Economy & Jobs: CNM opened a $73 million film and digital media training center at the Rail Yards, and Curia marked a $200 million Albuquerque expansion with a ribbon-cutting tied to 250-plus jobs. Tech, Kids, and Regulation: California lawmakers advanced a bill targeting “addictive” social media features for users under 16, echoing broader youth-safety pressure on platforms. Business Expansion: FNBO agreed to acquire InBank, adding branches in Colorado and four in northern New Mexico, pending regulatory approval.