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.
The U.S. Supreme Court’s approval of a landmark Rio Grande settlement ends a 13-year water war between Texas, New Mexico and the federal government, giving New Mexico farmers certainty while helping the state avoid potentially devastating financial penalties. The agreement reshapes water management in the drought-stricken Southwest and signals a rare legal and political victory for New Mexico in an era of escalating climate pressures.
At ceremonies held in both Roswell and Las Cruces, New Mexico, the New Mexico Department of Health acknowledged the exemplary contributions of nurse Gina...
A CDC report commends New Mexico’s vaccine outreach during a 2025 measles outbreak, but new cases in detention centers reveal lingering vulnerabilities.
As Bernalillo County declares an emergency over fatal fentanyl overdoses, the University of New Mexico’s ASAP clinic is helping patients pursue recovery through outpatient treatment, community support and stories of hope.
NMDOH data showed a 2.6% increase in alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico between 2024-2025, highlighting its campaign to encourage residents to drink less and improve their health.
If you’re considering transferring your child to another school for 2027-28, Albuquerque Public Schools said you can start submitting transfer requests on October 26.
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