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‘Hit-and-Miss’ Fishing Nightmare Grips New Mexico

New Mexico’s fishermen are facing a brutal September as critically low water levels, rising temperatures and toxic algae blooms transform some of the state’s best-known fishing waters. While anglers are still landing trophy trout on the San Juan River and finding catches at a handful of reservoirs, other rivers have dwindled to dangerously low flows, leaving fish stressed and fishermen wondering how much longer the state’s fishing season can survive.

Legionnaires’ Disease Scare at Presbyterian Hospital After Patient Tests Positive for Potentially Deadly Bacteria

A Legionnaires’ disease scare has emerged at Presbyterian Hospital after a patient tested positive for the potentially deadly bacteria, prompting precautionary measures as officials remain tight-lipped about the case.

New Mexico’s Elephant Butte Reservoir is Almost Empty, Crashes to Only 1.4% Capacity After Record-Breaking Snowmelt and Years of Punishing Drought

New Mexico’s largest reservoir has plunged to just 1.4% capacity after years of drought and record-breaking early snowmelt, exposing debris and raising fresh fears over the future of the Rio Grande’s water supply.

New Mexico Races to Roll Out ‘Magic Mushroom’ Therapy a Year Early After Desperate Patients Swamp State With Interest

New Mexico is racing to launch its groundbreaking medical psilocybin program by December 2026 — a year ahead of schedule — as desperate patients and eager doctors fuel huge demand for supervised ‘magic mushroom’ therapy.

81-Year-Old Albuquerque Rain Record Finally Falls in Last-Gasp August Downpour, But City’s Monsoon Misery Is Far From Over

Albuquerque shattered an 81-year-old rainfall record with a dramatic late-August downpour, but the soaking was not enough to end the city's stubborn monsoon drought.

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Albuquerque Breaks September Rainfall Record as Santa Fe Leads New Mexico Deluge

Albuquerque recorded its wettest September on record with 4.49 inches of rain, while Santa Fe led reported rainfall totals during a late-month storm that brought flooding concerns across New Mexico.

New Mexico Launches State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program, Becoming 31st State to Offer In-State Alternative

New Mexico has launched a state-run meat and poultry inspection program, giving local producers and processors a new pathway to inspect and sell products within state lines under Livestock Board supervision rather than federal oversight. Developed with the USDA, the program aims to ease access for smaller operations and strengthen local food systems.

‘We’ll Take Your Hand’: Tomasita’s Employees Find Temporary Work After Fire Forces Restaurant Closure

After a fire forced Tomasita’s to close last week, more than 25 of its employees have found temporary jobs at other establishments, allowing them to stay employed and earn income during the Balloon Fiesta.

Is Poverty Declining in New Mexico? Census Data Shows a Drop

New Mexico’s poverty rate has fallen in recent years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said the state’s investments in its residents are beginning to show results.

Highland Middle School Teacher In Critical Condition After Allegedly Being Shot by 13-Year-Old Student

Special education teacher Kelly Matthews remains critically injured after he was allegedly shot by a 13-year-old student at Highland Middle School in Hobbs. Authorities said the shooting happened Friday, and the investigation is still ongoing.