From Atomic Bombs to AI Data Center Era: Can New Mexico’s Giant Data Centers Save a Struggling State — or Drain It Dry

From the atomic age to the AI era, New Mexico stands at a crossroads. As Project Jupiter promises billions in investment and high-wage jobs, residents wonder whether the gleaming server farms will finally deliver lasting prosperity or repeat the state’s history of volatile booms and resource strain.

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July’s Hamilton Experience Brought to Albuquerque by NDI and Musical Theatre Southwest

This July, NDI New Mexico is partnering with Musical Theatre Southwest to create “The Room Where It Happens” Hamilton Experience at the Hiland Theatre and will consist of several masterclasses and workshops with original cast member Betsy Struxness, along with a free community screening of the Broadway musical’s pro-shot.

I-25 is Shutting Down for 5 Nights. Here’s What You Need to Know.

The I-25 will be closed for five nights in late June to early July to make way for the I-25 Improved Comanche to Montgomery Project.

A Guide to the 2026 ABQ Indie Film Festival

This Friday, June 19 will be the seventh annual ABQ Indie Film Festival, a local festival showcasing new films from international independent filmmakers. This year’s event will start at 6pm and is hosted by FUSION in Downtown Albuquerque.

Parents Can Breathe a Massive Sigh of Relief. Free Child Care Is Officially Here to Stay After a District Judge Says So.

A New Mexico judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging the state's universal child care program, allowing free child care for families regardless of income to continue. The ruling marks a major victory for Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and thousands of working parents who depend on the benefit, even as opponents vow to appeal.

145 New Violations Issued: Who Made It to New Mexico’s Environmental ‘Enforcement Watch’ List?

State regulators added 145 alleged violations to New Mexico’s Enforcement Watch list in May while closing 93 cases. From a $34,000 refinery fire penalty to water system and emissions violations, here’s who made the list.

A Flesh-Eating Parasite Is Back in Texas. Now Is the Time to Pay Attention.

A confirmed New World screwworm case in South Texas has prompted New Mexico officials to urge ranchers, pet owners and hunters to remain vigilant. While no cases have been detected in the state, authorities say early detection and reporting are essential to protecting livestock, wildlife and public health from the destructive parasite.

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He Built CNN. But Ted Turner Wanted to Be Remembered for Saving the Wild.

The world remembers Ted Turner as the brash founder of CNN and owner of the Atlanta Braves. But across millions of acres in the American West, Turner quietly built another legacy: restoring wildlife, protecting wolves and proving conservation and profit could coexist. In his final years, those closest to him say the media mogul was searching for something deeper than success — redemption.

NMDOT Urges Drivers to Stay Alert as Work Zone Awareness Week Begins

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New Mexico Push Lawsuit Over Disaster Spending

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Strong Winds and Hard Freeze Expected as Cold Weather System Moves In

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NMTD Welcomes Travelers from 50 States and 108 Countries in 2025

New Mexico Tourism Department welcomed an estimated 337,498 travelers from all 50 states and 108 countries in 2025.

New Mexico Women’s Tennis Absorbs Sweep by Zags in Road Trip Finale

A grueling three-match road stretch caught up with the New Mexico Lobos on Sunday as they suffered a 4-0 sweep at the hands of the Gonzaga Bulldogs in Spokane.

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Pentagon Unveils Next-Generation Laser Weapons They’re Using to Melt Drone Swarms Out of the Sky

The Pentagon staged a rare live demonstration of high-energy laser and microwave weapons for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, underscoring an accelerated effort to transform decades of directed-energy research into operational defenses against drone swarms and other low-cost aerial threats. Officials hope advances in power, manufacturing and integration will reshape modern air warfare.

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Families Are Putting Groceries on Credit Cards. Can Financial Literacy Ease the Pain of Rising Prices?

With food and utility prices straining household budgets, Albuquerque officials and community leaders are encouraging financial literacy as a tool to help families reduce reliance on credit cards and navigate an affordability crisis. Experts say better money management cannot solve inflation, but it can provide stability and help households avoid deeper debt.

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Interstate 40 Reopens After Fatal SUV Crash Closes Eastbound Lanes

A car crash incident at Eubank has caused closure in the eastbound lane, but it has been reopened. The crash had one casualty.

Another Wildfire Ignites Near Clines Corners as Deer Canyon Fire Evacuations Continue

After the Deer Canyon Fire over the weekend, two fires started at the same time: one is already contained, while the other isn't yet.

Pentagon Unveils Next-Generation Laser Weapons They’re Using to Melt Drone Swarms Out of the Sky

The Pentagon staged a rare live demonstration of high-energy laser and microwave weapons for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, underscoring an accelerated effort to transform decades of directed-energy research into operational defenses against drone swarms and other low-cost aerial threats. Officials hope advances in power, manufacturing and integration will reshape modern air warfare.

From Atomic Bombs to AI Data Center Era: Can New Mexico’s Giant Data Centers Save a Struggling State — or Drain It Dry

From the atomic age to the AI era, New Mexico stands at a crossroads. As Project Jupiter promises billions in investment and high-wage jobs, residents wonder whether the gleaming server farms will finally deliver lasting prosperity or repeat the state’s history of volatile booms and resource strain.

Lobo Louie Levels Up. UNM Mascot Joins the Gaming Arena.

Lobo Louie, the University of New Mexico's beloved mascot, will appear as a playable character in an upcoming video game. University officials and fans say the addition brings national attention to the school while offering a new way to celebrate Lobos pride.

Dangerously Hot: A Broken Air-Conditioning System Turns Senior Center Gym Into a Heat Hazard.

An Albuquerque multigenerational center is dealing with air conditioning problems amid summer heat, prompting concerns among visitors and staff. City officials say repairs are underway as crews work to restore full cooling capacity and maintain safe conditions inside the facility.

NMSU Awarded $500,000 Grant to Support Food Sovereignty and Healthy Eating Program

The grant will help the New Mexico State University Agricultural Science Center at Farmington pursue its goal to promote healthy eating behaviors in Navajo communities.

Greg Taylor Named Chair of UNM Physics and Astronomy Department, Richard Rand Retires

From one distinguished professor to another, the University of New Mexico’s Department of Physics and Astronomy will begin a new chapter under new leadership.

Families Are Putting Groceries on Credit Cards. Can Financial Literacy Ease the Pain of Rising Prices?

With food and utility prices straining household budgets, Albuquerque officials and community leaders are encouraging financial literacy as a tool to help families reduce reliance on credit cards and navigate an affordability crisis. Experts say better money management cannot solve inflation, but it can provide stability and help households avoid deeper debt.

El Niño Is Back — and It Could Soak New Mexico This Winter. But Don’t Get Too Comfortable.

After years of drier La Niña influences, a strengthening El Niño offers New Mexico hope for moisture relief — but also brings risks of extreme rain, flooding and unpredictable extremes in a warming climate.

Albuquerque Installs Public Restrooms at Transit Hubs to Improve Rider Access

Albuquerque has added new public toilets at several transit hubs as part of an effort to improve public transportation amenities. City officials say the facilities will provide riders with reliable access to restrooms while enhancing the overall transit experience.

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