New Mexico

NM Prosecutors Allege Meta Misled the Public About Harms to Minors on Facebook and Instagram

New Mexico prosecutors say Meta misled the public about the risks Facebook and Instagram pose to children, opening a landmark trial that could reshape how social media platforms operate in the US.

Wildfire Near I-40 in New Mexico Threatens Structures, Burns 1,000 Acres

A wildfire burning near Interstate 40 in Quay County, New Mexico has spread across about 1,000 acres with firefighters reporting zero containment. The fire prompted road closures, evacuation advisories, and an ongoing response from state and local fire crews.

New Mexico’s Bandera Ice Cave That Stayed Frozen for Over 3,400: A Frozen Wonder in the Desert

Hidden in New Mexico’s desert is the Bandera Volcano Ice Cave, a lava-formed tunnel that has stayed below freezing for more than 3,400 years, preserving thick layers of ice and offering scientists a rare natural laboratory.

Is New Mexico Really Last in Education? New Data Challenge Rankings

New Mexico still ranks near the bottom in national K–12 education rankings, but recent state data show improvements in reading proficiency and mixed results across education levels.

New Mexico $47M Transport Funding for Safety, Climate, and Communities: Why it Matters

Nearly $47 million in transportation funding from the New Mexico Department of Transportation goes beyond roads and bridges. The projects touch daily life—making streets safer, strengthening public transit, cutting emissions, and helping rural and Tribal communities close long-standing infrastructure gaps.

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Albuquerque Breaks September Rainfall Record as Santa Fe Leads New Mexico Deluge

Albuquerque recorded its wettest September on record with 4.49 inches of rain, while Santa Fe led reported rainfall totals during a late-month storm that brought flooding concerns across New Mexico.

‘We’re Ready’: New Mexico Braces for More Heavy Rain After Devastating Floods Leave Communities Reeling

New Mexico communities are racing to prepare for another round of heavy rain after last week’s devastating floods damaged homes, roads and public spaces, swept away a van in Española and forced residents to evacuate in Mora County and Hondo. As storms return, officials in Ruidoso, Gallup and Mora County are urging residents to stay alert, prepare emergency kits and evacuation plans, avoid flooded roads and work together to protect their communities.

Is Poverty Declining in New Mexico? Census Data Shows a Drop

New Mexico’s poverty rate has fallen in recent years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said the state’s investments in its residents are beginning to show results.

Highland Middle School Teacher In Critical Condition After Allegedly Being Shot by 13-Year-Old Student

Special education teacher Kelly Matthews remains critically injured after he was allegedly shot by a 13-year-old student at Highland Middle School in Hobbs. Authorities said the shooting happened Friday, and the investigation is still ongoing.

New Mexico Launches State Meat and Poultry Inspection Program, Becoming 31st State to Offer In-State Alternative

New Mexico has launched a state-run meat and poultry inspection program, giving local producers and processors a new pathway to inspect and sell products within state lines under Livestock Board supervision rather than federal oversight. Developed with the USDA, the program aims to ease access for smaller operations and strengthen local food systems.