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Wolf in Wolf’s Clothing? New Mexico Accuses Kalshi of Disguising Sports Betting as Finance

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, accusing the prediction-market platform of illegally offering sports betting while circumventing state gaming regulations. The case intensifies a growing national battle over whether event-based contracts constitute legal financial products or unauthorized gambling.

How a Simple Lemonade Purchase Benefited People Experiencing Homelessness

Second-graders from Helen Cordero Elementary School raised money through a lemonade stand to purchase hygiene kits for unhoused individuals in Albuquerque.

Deb Haaland Won the Gubernatorial Primary. Does Her Win Point to a State Ready for Its Next Chapter?

Deb Haaland’s commanding win in New Mexico’s Democratic gubernatorial primary clears a path to make history as the first Native American woman governor, in a state grappling with education, energy and economic challenges.

What’s New in New Mexico Wildlife Center?-Sunday Special Event Kicked Off

New Mexico Wildlife Center has unofficially started summer by showing the Black-footed ferret. The Wildlife Center will feature more of the rare animals from the state.

Tri-Cities Events Calendar: Things to do in Northwestern New Mexico

The Tri-Cities Events Calendar highlights workshops, cultural programs, and family activities across northwestern New Mexico, making it a go‑to guide for residents and visitors.

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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.