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Albuquerque Launches Three Water Projects to Triple Its Billion-Gallon Supply as Rio Grande Drought Threatens Future Reserves

Albuquerque is breaking ground on three major water projects, including two new aquifer storage facilities that officials say will triple the city’s current one-billion-gallon reserve as dry conditions squeeze the Rio Grande. A new water reclamation plant will also expand the city’s ability to reuse water and reduce demand for drinking water.

Lawmakers are Considering Increasing the Tax on Alcohol From 3% to 6% to Curb New Mexico’s Alcohol-Related Deaths That Remained Nearly Twice the National...

New Mexico lawmakers are considering doubling the state's alcohol tax to 6% after decades of failed attempts to overhaul the system — as the state continues to suffer an alcohol-related death rate nearly twice the national average.

New Mexico congressional delegation members demand info on military GPS jamming before fatal crash

New Mexico congressional delegation members demand info on military GPS jamming before fatal crashby Lauren Lifke, Source New Mexico August 6, 2026 Members of...

Family’s Back-to-School Photos Interrupted by Black Bear Raiding Apple Tree in Albuquerque Suburb

A family was surprised to find a bear standing on their front door, which they initially thought was a big dog. The bear was healthy and safe and went to climb on the apple tree before leaving.

Sweet Treat Awaits at Yum Yums 505 in Downtown Albuquerque

A new business is blooming in Downtown Albuquerque, serving candied grapes and cotton candy burritos. Yum Yums 505 is here to serve you the sweetest treats

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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.