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STI Rates Decline during Awareness Week 2026

The STI Rates Decline during Awareness Week 2026. Public health professionals in New Mexico reported an abrupt drop in sexually transmitted infections. Infections in question...

A Rise in Childhood Obesity Has Been Seen in the State – Report says

A rise in childhood obesity is seen in New Mexico, and authorities invest more in children's health.

$600 Summer Flight Cost are Expected Due to Rising Oil Prices

Oil prices can affect flight costs as summer break approaches.

Child Care & Early Learning Standards

The New Mexico Early Childhood and Care Department (ECECD) released its April 13, 2026, newsletter. It announced new Early Learning Standards (ELS) and highlighted...

Kids’ Obesity Rates Climb — Health Officials Boost Schools and Community Programs

New Mexico ramps up school and community programs to improve nutrition and physical activity as obesity rates among young students continue to rise.

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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.