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Estancia’s Water Shortage Reaches Breaking Point, Issues State of Emergency

The town of Estancia has reached its breaking point, has declared a water emergency, and will use state funds to haul more water so the town won't run completely dry.

Lightning Sparks Fresh Wildfires in NM Mountains Despite Tightened Restrictions

Scattered storms spark fresh wildfires in New Mexico’s Zuni Mountains and near Tres Piedras, keeping crews busy despite strict Stage 2 fire bans.

Stage II Fire Ban Hits Santa Fe National Forest as Jemez Wildfire Explodes

Emergency Stage II fire restrictions took effect Friday across the entire Santa Fe National Forest as the McCauley Springs Fire forces closures and evacuations in the Jemez Mountains. Campfires banned through July.

Could $750 a Month and Free Therapy Change a Young Person’s Future? Albuquerque is Betting the Early Support Program Can.

Albuquerque is expanding a pilot that gives at-risk youth $750 monthly and therapy, aiming to prevent homelessness, violence and mental health crises.

Deer Canyon Fire Under Control — A Look Back at Events

The Deer Canyon Fire has already been contained, and here is the rundown of important details of what happened.

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‘We’ll Take Your Hand’: Tomasita’s Employees Find Temporary Work After Fire Forces Restaurant Closure

After a fire forced Tomasita’s to close last week, more than 25 of its employees have found temporary jobs at other establishments, allowing them to stay employed and earn income during the Balloon Fiesta.

‘It sounded like an F-16’: Pipeline Blast Near New Mexico-Colorado Border Sends Flames Into New Mexico Sky, Sparked Wildfire

Residents near the New Mexico-Colorado border described a terrifying pipeline explosion that shook the ground, knocked out power and sent flames towering into the sky before igniting a wildland fire.

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.

Just Like a Movie: “Up”-Inspired 94-Balloon Cluster Soars at 2026 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

A 94-balloon cluster inspired by the iconic Disney-Pixar film “Up” became one of the standout sights at this year’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on Saturday. The cluster made its way to Arizona early Sunday morning.

Wrong-Way Crash Kills Four on Interstate 40, NMSP Confirms

Authorities reported a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 40 after a commercial truck crossed the median and hit two vehicles on Sunday.