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Conservation Groups Protest BLM Plan That Could Allow 12,000 New Oil Wells in SE New Mexico

Environmental organizations filed a formal protest Tuesday against a Bureau of Land Management proposal that would keep nearly 97% of federal mineral estate open for leasing, potentially enabling more than 12,000 new oil and gas wells over 20 years. They say the plan fails to address pollution, water risks, and public health impacts in the Permian Basin.

Data Center Boom in Texas and New Mexico Sparks Climate Concerns

The rapid expansion of AI data centers in southern New Mexico and West Texas is raising concerns about greenhouse gas emissions, water shortages, rising electricity demand, and public health. As officials promote climate goals, major projects backed by tax incentives are testing the balance between economic growth and environmental protection.

Environmental Groups Warn Heinrich Permitting Bill Threatens New Mexico Environmental Safeguards

Environmental advocacy groups are accusing U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich of betrayal for co-sponsoring a bipartisan energy permitting reform bill they say weakens safeguards and undermines his record as a champion of renewable energy and environmental protection in New Mexico.

Weather Service Warns of Gusty Blasts After Sunny Thursday, Issues High Wind Watch

Sunny skies and mild temperatures will blanket New Mexico on Thursday – but a High Wind Watch is already in force as strong northerly and easterly gusts are set to whip across the state from Thursday evening into Friday, raising concerns for travellers and outdoor workers

STACK Helps Save Flood-Ravaged New Mexico Communities With $50,000 Donation

STACK Infrastructure is giving $50,000 to the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico to aid recovery in Doña Ana County after severe flooding. The donation follows the company’s emergency work to protect critical water and wastewater systems.

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‘It sounded like an F-16’: Pipeline Blast Near New Mexico-Colorado Border Sends Flames Into New Mexico Sky, Sparked Wildfire

Residents near the New Mexico-Colorado border described a terrifying pipeline explosion that shook the ground, knocked out power and sent flames towering into the sky before igniting a wildland fire.

Thousands of New Mexico Immigrants Lose Medicaid Coverage as New Federal Eligibility Rules Take Effect

About 2,350 lawfully present immigrants in New Mexico lost Medicaid eligibility Oct. 1 under new federal rules, prompting advocates to urge affected residents to seek state-funded coverage through BeWell before enrollment deadlines.

PNM Says It Will Cooperate if Investigated After PRC Staff Urge Formal Probe Over Higher Than Normal Bills

PNM says it is ready to provide information to regulators after New Mexico Public Regulation Commission staff asked commissioners to authorize a formal investigation into skyrocketing electric bills linked to estimated meter readings that began in Alamogordo and Ruidoso and spread statewide.

Wrong-Way Crash Kills Four on Interstate 40, NMSP Confirms

Authorities reported a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 40 after a commercial truck crossed the median and hit two vehicles on Sunday.

UNM Weighs New Rural Health Facilities in San Miguel County, Says No Deal to Buy Las Vegas Hospital

The University of New Mexico is exploring options to expand health care access in San Miguel County after lawmakers approved $15 million for new clinical facilities. UNM says it has no current plans to acquire Alta Vista Regional Hospital, despite recent claims linking the hospital to a planned expansion of abortion services.