Economy

Tierra Adentro Growth Capital Rolls Out $100M to Turn New Mexico Into a Next-Gen Tech Hub

A new $100 million infrastructure fund from TAG Capital aims to help tech companies build in New Mexico—bridging a critical gap beyond venture funding.

New SNAP Rules Threaten Food Security for Thousands in New Mexico

This explains that SNAP currently supports more than 440,000 residents, including 113,000 in Bernalillo County, and warns that families who cannot meet the documentation requirements may lose access to food. The piece highlights the anxiety among recipients, illustrated by a mother at a food bank unsure if her paperwork is sufficient.

Reports Drop in Syphilis and STI Cases in 2026 Health Update

Health officials in New Mexico reported a decline in sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis, based on data released during STI Awareness Week by the...

Lifestyle Changes That Reduce Plastic Use May Cut Exposure to Harmful Chemicals

Plastics have become a common part of everyday life—from food packaging and kitchen containers to personal care products. Many people rely on these materials...

New Mexico Loses Thousands of Federal Jobs as Unemployment Climbs to its Highest since 2022

Federal job cuts push New Mexico’s unemployment to its highest since 2022, exposing the state’s reliance on government spending.

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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.

Heat Advisory: Albuquerque, Santa Fe May See Temperatures Up to 105 Degrees

Residents in Albuquerque and Santa Fe are urged to take heat safety precautions as temperatures may reach 105 degrees.

Dead Fish Wash Up From New Mexico to Minnesota as Extreme Heat Fuels Growing Freshwater Crisis

Extreme heat and low oxygen killed hundreds of fish in Monastery Lake, alarming residents and raising concerns over climate-driven stress on waterways.