Economy

They Did Everything Right—Got Jobs, Worked Hard, Yet 4 in 10 New Mexico Residents Live Below the ALICE Survival Budget.

Nearly 42 percent of New Mexicans can't afford basic living costs despite working. The latest ALICE report exposes the widening gap between wages and reality.

Fire Officials Share Grill Safety Tips Ahead of Fourth of July Cookouts

Fire officials are reminding families to practice safe grilling habits before Fourth of July celebrations. Experts recommend inspecting grills, keeping cooking areas clear, and never leaving a lit grill unattended to reduce the risk of fires and injuries.

New Mexico Intensifies Preparedness as Screwworm Threat Returns

New Mexico is increasing surveillance and preparedness efforts as officials monitor the renewed threat of the New World screwworm. State and federal agencies are encouraging ranchers to inspect livestock regularly and report any suspected infestations to help protect the state's agricultural industry.

Review: Opinion Piece Links New Mexico’s Summer Traditions to Education and the State’s Future

A new opinion piece reflects on New Mexico's summer traditions while emphasizing the importance of education, community collaboration, and long-term investment in the state's future. The commentary encourages residents to preserve cultural values while preparing future generations for success.

Dangerously Hot: A Broken Air-Conditioning System Turns Senior Center Gym Into a Heat Hazard.

An Albuquerque multigenerational center is dealing with air conditioning problems amid summer heat, prompting concerns among visitors and staff. City officials say repairs are underway as crews work to restore full cooling capacity and maintain safe conditions inside the facility.

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Wildlife Officials Urge Drivers to Watch Out for Bears After Four Black Bears Were Killed on I‑25 in Just Two Weeks as Starving...

Four black bears have been killed by vehicles on Interstate 25 near Bernalillo in just two weeks as hungry animals roam farther in search of food and water amid drought and extreme heat.

Five Times Normal Radiation Spikes and Ozone Pollution Detected Near Loving, New Mexico Surrounded by Oil Wells

Scientists monitoring the air near Loving, New Mexico, recorded intermittent airborne radiation spikes up to five times typical background levels and elevated ozone concentrations, with two new studies pointing to intensive Permian Basin oil and gas activity as a likely contributor.

Los Lunas Man Arrested After Allegedly Admitting He Fell Asleep While Driving in Fatal Arizona Crash

A man allegedly fell asleep while driving a pickup truck, which reportedly caused a collision with a sedan carrying a family of four, who all died in the accident on Arizona State Route 260.

Police Launch Investigation to Determine What Led to Infant’s Death in Mysterious ‘Quiet’ Incident

A spokesperson for Albuquerque Police says the circumstances surrounding the infant’s death remain unknown.

Nearly 2 Million Gallons of Oil and Gas Waste Spilled Across New Mexico This Year, Watchdog Says

More than 1.9 million gallons of oil and gas waste have been reported spilled across New Mexico in 2026, with over half occurring on public and Tribal lands.