Education

APS Chief Introduces Link Crew Initiative to Help Freshmen Build Connections

APS Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey said the Link Crew members help freshmen adjust to their new school environment, fostering a sense of belonging.

‘Light the Way’: APS Chief Rallies Educators on First Day Back to Inspire Student Success

Nearly 7,000 educators gathered for the 2026 APS Rising: Educator Summit, where Durán Blakey highlighted efforts to build a brighter future for every student.

UNM Pushes for Major State Funding to Overhaul Healthcare, STEM, and Workforce Training

UNM is pushing for state funding to overhaul STEM labs, expand healthcare training, and boost workforce development across New Mexico.

Why Advocates Want Non-Dairy Milk in Schools

Advocates are pushing for schools to offer non-diary milk options with breakfast and lunch, saying the change would better serve students who cannot drink dairy milk.

AI Is Now Teaching Albuquerque Students. Parents Say It Comes With Serious Questions.

Albuquerque Public Schools says it will continue using AI to support teaching and learning. Meanwhile, some parents remain concerned about AI use in schools.

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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.

Record 254 Bears Killed After Roaming Into Towns as Drought Drives Desperate Animals From the Mountains, Making 2026 a Bad Year for Bears

New Mexico has already killed a record 254 black bears in human conflicts this year as drought and food shortages drive hungry animals into towns.

New Mexico’s Wind and Solar Projects on State Lands Already Rake in Millions With $2.5 Billion Projected by 2040

New Mexico’s wind and solar projects on state trust lands are generating millions in revenue, with $2.5 billion projected by 2040.

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.

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.