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New Mexico Regulators Told PNM, Blackstone to Unwind $400M Deal – A Win for Ratepayers?
New Mexico’s Public Regulation Commission has ordered PNM’s parent company and private equity giant Blackstone to unwind a $400 million stock transaction completed without prior approval. The 2-1 vote by state regulators also includes $300,000 in penalties.
Heading Out for the Fourth of July? Expect Crowded Airports, Busy Highways, and Delays
As the Fourth of July approaches this weekend, travel authorities prepares for the travel rush over this weekend.
Did DEA Let Fentanyl Flood New Mexico? Gov. Lujan Grisham Demands Sweeping Probe
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham accuses the DEA of allowing fentanyl into New Mexico, demanding probes and federal accountability.
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.
Laptops Are Changing Lives in Rural New Mexico — 170 Families Just Got Their First Computer
A new pilot program is closing New Mexico’s digital divide: 170 laptops + 1,600 training sessions delivered to underserved families. First computers, real skills, brighter futures.
What Every Parent Should Know About Teens’ Hidden ‘Finsta’ Accounts
Technology experts are urging parents to understand "finsta" accounts, private social media profiles that some teenagers use alongside their public accounts. Experts recommend open communication and regular discussions about online safety to help protect young users from digital risks.
AI is Saving the Electric Grid from the AI Boom: Inside Sandia Labs’ Game-Changing Voltage Tech
Sandia National Laboratories is deploying real-time AI controls that keep voltage steady using existing solar and battery inverters. Lab-to-field tests show it works — and it could protect everything from data centers to national security infrastructure.
Avoid Falling Victim to Fake Party Invitation Scams. Consider What Cybersecurity Experts Say.
Technology experts are warning consumers about a growing scam involving fake party invitations sent through text messages, email, and social media. Cybercriminals use fraudulent invitations to trick victims into clicking malicious links and revealing sensitive personal information.
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.
UNM to Use $4.7 million Grant to Expand Childcare Access
UNM Children’s Campus will begin the first phase of its expansion after receiving a grant from the Higher Education Department.
University Partnership Helps Usher in a New Era for NMSU Head Start
Despite challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, NMSU Head Start rebuilt enrollment, restored stability, and continued serving children.
High School Students Step Into UNM Lab For Real Research
DVR students gain hands-on research experience through a UNM partnership program.
NM PREP Teaches Young Students About Engineering and More
Middle and high school students from Las Cruces embarked on a week-long summer camp at New Mexico State University to gain knowledge about engineering.
APS Unveils New Principals, Administrators – See If Your School Is on the List
As a new school year begins, many schools under APS will also begin a new era of leadership and service.
Opened with Hope, Closed in a Month: New Mexico Indian Market Shuts Down Due to Vendor Shortage
After launching in May with over 25 Indigenous vendors, Albuquerque’s New Mexico Indian Market is closing this weekend. Organizers cite too few sellers to cover costs, leaving artists without a stable weekend home.
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.
Albuquerque is Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 by 2030 — Here’s How it Could Reshape Paychecks, Families, and Local Businesses
The Albuquerque City Council has approved a gradual increase in the city’s minimum wage, raising it to $15 an hour by 2030. Supporters say the measure will help working families cope with rising living costs, while businesses argue the phased approach gives employers time to adjust. The decision highlights the ongoing debate over wages, affordability and economic growth in New Mexico’s largest city.
Why New Mexico’s Universal Child Care Program Is in Court — and How It Could Help Families Save Thousands
A court challenge is testing New Mexico’s universal child care program, but for many families the bigger question is economic: how much money can it save, and what is at stake if the program faces disruption? Here’s what the legal fight means and how the program could help household budgets.
Updated: How a Tax Hike Means for Your Wallet: Albuquerque’s Proposed Increase Shows Why Gross Receipts Taxes Hit Consumers and Small Businesses
Albuquerque’s proposed gross receipts tax increase offers a real-world lesson in financial literacy—showing how local taxes ripple through prices, small businesses, and household budgets.
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New Mexico Regulators Told PNM, Blackstone to Unwind $400M Deal – A Win for Ratepayers?
New Mexico’s Public Regulation Commission has ordered PNM’s parent company and private equity giant Blackstone to unwind a $400 million stock transaction completed without prior approval. The 2-1 vote by state regulators also includes $300,000 in penalties.
Heading Out for the Fourth of July? Expect Crowded Airports, Busy Highways, and Delays
As the Fourth of July approaches this weekend, travel authorities prepares for the travel rush over this weekend.
Did DEA Let Fentanyl Flood New Mexico? Gov. Lujan Grisham Demands Sweeping Probe
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham accuses the DEA of allowing fentanyl into New Mexico, demanding probes and federal accountability.
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.
Laptops Are Changing Lives in Rural New Mexico — 170 Families Just Got Their First Computer
A new pilot program is closing New Mexico’s digital divide: 170 laptops + 1,600 training sessions delivered to underserved families. First computers, real skills, brighter futures.
What Every Parent Should Know About Teens’ Hidden ‘Finsta’ Accounts
Technology experts are urging parents to understand "finsta" accounts, private social media profiles that some teenagers use alongside their public accounts. Experts recommend open communication and regular discussions about online safety to help protect young users from digital risks.
AI is Saving the Electric Grid from the AI Boom: Inside Sandia Labs’ Game-Changing Voltage Tech
Sandia National Laboratories is deploying real-time AI controls that keep voltage steady using existing solar and battery inverters. Lab-to-field tests show it works — and it could protect everything from data centers to national security infrastructure.
Avoid Falling Victim to Fake Party Invitation Scams. Consider What Cybersecurity Experts Say.
Technology experts are warning consumers about a growing scam involving fake party invitations sent through text messages, email, and social media. Cybercriminals use fraudulent invitations to trick victims into clicking malicious links and revealing sensitive personal information.
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.
UNM to Use $4.7 million Grant to Expand Childcare Access
UNM Children’s Campus will begin the first phase of its expansion after receiving a grant from the Higher Education Department.
University Partnership Helps Usher in a New Era for NMSU Head Start
Despite challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, NMSU Head Start rebuilt enrollment, restored stability, and continued serving children.
High School Students Step Into UNM Lab For Real Research
DVR students gain hands-on research experience through a UNM partnership program.
NM PREP Teaches Young Students About Engineering and More
Middle and high school students from Las Cruces embarked on a week-long summer camp at New Mexico State University to gain knowledge about engineering.
APS Unveils New Principals, Administrators – See If Your School Is on the List
As a new school year begins, many schools under APS will also begin a new era of leadership and service.
Opened with Hope, Closed in a Month: New Mexico Indian Market Shuts Down Due to Vendor Shortage
After launching in May with over 25 Indigenous vendors, Albuquerque’s New Mexico Indian Market is closing this weekend. Organizers cite too few sellers to cover costs, leaving artists without a stable weekend home.
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.
Albuquerque is Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 by 2030 — Here’s How it Could Reshape Paychecks, Families, and Local Businesses
The Albuquerque City Council has approved a gradual increase in the city’s minimum wage, raising it to $15 an hour by 2030. Supporters say the measure will help working families cope with rising living costs, while businesses argue the phased approach gives employers time to adjust. The decision highlights the ongoing debate over wages, affordability and economic growth in New Mexico’s largest city.
Why New Mexico’s Universal Child Care Program Is in Court — and How It Could Help Families Save Thousands
A court challenge is testing New Mexico’s universal child care program, but for many families the bigger question is economic: how much money can it save, and what is at stake if the program faces disruption? Here’s what the legal fight means and how the program could help household budgets.
Updated: How a Tax Hike Means for Your Wallet: Albuquerque’s Proposed Increase Shows Why Gross Receipts Taxes Hit Consumers and Small Businesses
Albuquerque’s proposed gross receipts tax increase offers a real-world lesson in financial literacy—showing how local taxes ripple through prices, small businesses, and household budgets.
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