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Data Centers Are Coming to the Desert. The Price Tag? Millions of Gallons of Water.

The proposed mega data center in Socorro has ignited a fierce debate over water use, rural landscapes, and who really benefits from the AI boom as New Mexico courts tech infrastructure to move beyond oil and gas.

Nearly 38,000 Independent Voters Just Flexed Their Muscles in New Mexico’s First Semi-Open Primary: Is This the Future of American Elections?

In the debut of New Mexico’s semi-open primary system, roughly 38,000 independent and decline-to-state voters cast ballots, contributing to a statewide turnout of 24.53 percent as the fast-growing unaffiliated bloc gained a direct voice in party nominations for the first time.

New Mexico’s Largest Healthcare Provider is Facing a Half-Billion-Dollar Crisis—and 30,000 Seniors are Paying the Price

Presbyterian Healthcare Services will exit Medicare Advantage coverage for 30,000 New Mexico seniors after reporting a $568.2 million loss in 2025. The move affects roughly half its Medicare Advantage members and signals growing financial strain in the healthcare industry.

Deb Haaland Won the Gubernatorial Primary. Does Her Win Point to a State Ready for Its Next Chapter?

Deb Haaland’s commanding win in New Mexico’s Democratic gubernatorial primary clears a path to make history as the first Native American woman governor, in a state grappling with education, energy and economic challenges.

What to Know About Sister Blandina Segale, the Nun Who Tamed the Wild West

Known as the “Fastest Nun in the West,” Sister Blandina Segale built schools, confronted lynch mobs and befriended Billy the Kid. Now, the Vatican has moved her one step closer to sainthood, renewing interest in one of the most remarkable figures in Southwestern history.

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Albuquerque Police Fatally Shoot Armed Man After Reported Gunfire Downtown

A man was shot and killed by the police in Downtown Albuquerque. This incident is ranked by APD as the fifth deadliest officer-related shooting this year.

Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Sickens Nearly 3,000 — Is Your Salad Safe This Summer?

A parasitic outbreak has hit nearly 3,000 Americans with severe watery diarrhea, cramps & fatigue. 86+ hospitalized. Linked to fresh produce. CDC investigating multiple clusters. Wash it or cook it.

School’s Fiery Tradition Ends in Settlement After Student Hurt in Blaze

A Santa Fe charter school agrees to a five-year settlement after a Zozobra-style burn injured a 12-year-old, citing alleged safety failures.

More Than 200 Campers Airlifted as Catastrophic Floods in Missouri Trigger Massive Rescue Effort

Historic flooding swamped southeast Missouri, forcing helicopter rescues, collapsing buildings and leaving one woman missing.

3 Cases of Cyclosporiasis Confirmed, Officials Urge Residents to Wash Their Produce

New Mexico health officials confirm 3 cases of cyclosporiasis and are urging residents to wash hands thoroughly and rinse all fresh produce to avoid infection. Part of a growing national outbreak.