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Free Parks. Free College. Free Pre-K. New Mexico Isn’t Just Celebrating Its State Day—Governor Pushes a Bold Bet on Families.

Marking National New Mexico Day, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham blended state pride with policy ambition, celebrating the state day while spotlighting major investments in families and inviting residents to explore all 35 state parks for free.

New Wildfire on Mt. Taylor Ranger District

A forest fire broke out on June 8, 2026, in the Mt. Taylor Ranger District of New Mexico. Fire departments are currently working to...

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.

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NWS Issues Flood Watch as Heavy Rain, Storms to Persist Across New Mexico Despite Brief Lull

Thunderstorms are expected to persist across New Mexico this week, bringing heavy rain, hail, strong winds and a continued risk of flash flooding.

Hundreds of Fish Found Dead in Monastery Lake as Heat Triggers Massive Fish Kill

Many fish are dying in Monastery Lake due to high temperatures. Residents worry about the foul odor coming from the lake, and authorities are planning to close it.

Strong to Severe Storms Threaten Damaging Winds, Hail, Heavy Rain, and Flash Flooding in Northern New Mexico

A weather forecast warns that strong to severe storms may trigger damaging winds, hail, heavy rain, and flash flooding to northern and eastern New Mexico, with the greatest risk near Taos, Red River, Angel Fire, Las Vegas, and Raton.

Mother Bear and Cub Caught Roaming Albuquerque Neighborhood Before Dramatic Rescue

Two bears were safely captured by wildlife officials in Northwestern Albuquerque after being seen lurking around the neighborhood, searching for food and water.