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$3.75M Flood Lifeline: Why Morales’ Emergency Orders Matter for New Mexico Communities Reeling From Flood

Five emergency orders signed by Acting Gov. Howie Morales make up to $3.75 million available for flood response and recovery, while putting New Mexico National Guard resources on standby to support communities overwhelmed by flooding.

New Mexico’s “Keep it True” Campaign: What’s It Really About

The New Mexico Tourism Department recently launched the Keep it True campaign, urging businesses to pledge not to use AI in their advertising. As AI becomes more common in marketing, the initiative has drawn public interest. Here’s what you need to know about the campaign and why it matters.

Albuquerque’s New Recycling Program Could Slash Emissions by Millions of Pounds, Save Money, and Spare Battered Roads

Albuquerque is testing fortnightly recycling collections for nearly 6,600 homes — a move officials say could slash emissions, truck miles and maintenance costs while keeping weekly trash pickup unchanged.

New Mexico’s Abandoned Oil Wells To Be Four Times Higher by 2030 as Clean-Up Costs Could Leave Taxpayers With $1.6B Bill

New Mexico’s abandoned oil wells are piling up faster than the state can plug them — and clean-up costs have soared more than 700 percent. A new IEEFA report warns the number of potentially orphaned wells could quadruple by 2030, leaving taxpayers facing a liability of up to $1.6 billion.

New Mexico Throws Open Its Lakes and Parks for a Free Weekend of Fishing and Family Fun

New Mexico is waiving fishing license and state park day-use fees this weekend, giving families two days of free access to public waters and 35 state parks.

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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.

45 Elite Nevada Rescuers Deployed as Southwest Braces for Potentially Catastrophic Flooding

Forty-five elite Nevada rescuers have been deployed to New Mexico as Hurricane Polo and other weather systems threaten life-threatening flooding across the US Southwest.

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.

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.

‘We’re Ready’: New Mexico Braces for More Heavy Rain After Devastating Floods Leave Communities Reeling

New Mexico communities are racing to prepare for another round of heavy rain after last week’s devastating floods damaged homes, roads and public spaces, swept away a van in Española and forced residents to evacuate in Mora County and Hondo. As storms return, officials in Ruidoso, Gallup and Mora County are urging residents to stay alert, prepare emergency kits and evacuation plans, avoid flooded roads and work together to protect their communities.