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A Flesh-Eating Parasite Has Reached New Mexico. Here’s What Every Pet and Livestock Owner Needs to Know.

Federal officials have confirmed New Mexico's first case of New World screwworm after an infected dog in Lea County was initially reported in Texas. While authorities believe the case is isolated, they are expanding surveillance and urging pet owners and livestock producers to inspect animals daily for signs of the flesh-eating parasite that threatens pets, livestock, wildlife and, in rare cases, humans.

New Mexico Redirects Seedling Program to Burned Forests, Betting on Recovery in a Warming Climate

New Mexico is redirecting scarce tree seedlings to burned forests in a bid to restore ecosystems, protect water supplies and prevent permanent landscape change.

Governor Lujan Grisham is Calling on New Mexicans to Ditch the Grind and Transition Into a Career That Actually Matters. Here is How to...

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham urged New Mexicans to explore state government careers, emphasizing the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their communities. With hundreds of positions currently open across New Mexico, the governor highlighted public service as a path to a rewarding career that directly impacts the lives of residents.

$4 Billion Windfall From Oil and Gas Lease Sale — But They’re Refusing to Spend It. Here’s Why That’s Actually Smart.

New Mexico is choosing to stash its portion of a landmark $4 billion oil lease windfall in dedicated trust funds instead of spending it immediately — a prudent move that could help stabilize the state’s finances for the long term. The decision represents a departure from the state's volatile energy past.

No Insurance? No Doctor? No Problem. Massive Free Back-to-School Vaccination Clinics for All Kids Statewide

New Mexico is opening more than 60 free vaccination clinics across the state through late August. The “Got Shots?” program offers immunizations to every child from birth through age 18 with no insurance or appointment barriers at many locations.

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Cheap Chinese EVs Surge in Mexico, Raising Alarm for US Auto Industry and USMCA

Cheap Chinese electric vehicles are surging in Mexico despite new tariffs, exposing a growing challenge for the US auto industry.

Albuquerque Police Fatally Shoot Armed Man After Reported Gunfire Downtown

A man was shot and killed by the police in Downtown Albuquerque. This incident is ranked by APD as the fifth deadliest officer-related shooting this year.

Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Sickens Nearly 3,000 — Is Your Salad Safe This Summer?

A parasitic outbreak has hit nearly 3,000 Americans with severe watery diarrhea, cramps & fatigue. 86+ hospitalized. Linked to fresh produce. CDC investigating multiple clusters. Wash it or cook it.

More Than 200 Campers Airlifted as Catastrophic Floods in Missouri Trigger Massive Rescue Effort

Historic flooding swamped southeast Missouri, forcing helicopter rescues, collapsing buildings and leaving one woman missing.

Road Rage Turned Deadly. Digital Evidence Told the Story.

Technology helped investigators solve a deadly road rage case involving teenagers in New Mexico by providing digital evidence that supported the criminal investigation. Officials say advances in digital forensics continue to strengthen law enforcement's ability to investigate violent crimes and improve public safety.