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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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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.

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.

Tijeras Community Raises Funds to Help a Grieving Family After 1-Year-Old Dies at New Mexico Early Learning Academy

The Tijeras community launched a fundraising campaign to help a local family who lost their one-year-old son on Wednesday at New Mexico Early Learning Academy after he was found unconscious and not breathing.

New Mexico Sues FEMA for $61 Million Over National Guard Response to Fire Burn Scar Left by the 2022 Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire

New Mexico is suing FEMA for more than $61 million to cover National Guard operations addressing flood risks and debris in the burn scar left by the 2022 Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire.