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NMDOT Announce Progress Underway for Oñate Bridge Rehabilitation

The New Mexico Department of Transportation says progress is underway on repairs to the historic Oñate Bridge in Española, which has been closed since June 7, 2025, due to safety concerns tied to erosion at one of its piers. The bridge was shut down ahead of the monsoon season after inspections and hydraulic modeling showed deterioration that could pose a risk during periods of high river flow.

New Mexico Moves to Crack Down on AI-generated Child Sexual Abuse Images

New Mexico officials are seeking new legislation to address the growing use of artificial intelligence in creating sexually explicit images of children.

Meta Faces New Mexico Trial as Legal Pressure Mounts on Big Tech Over Child Safety

Meta Platforms Inc. will face trial in New Mexico over allegations it exposed children to sexual exploitation on its social media platforms.

How UNM Alum Kahalah Founded Monaco Market, Albuquerque’s Viral Snack Shop

A UNM graduate opens Monaco Market in Albuquerque, bringing the world’s viral snacks to the city.

Public Sector Drives New Mexico Job Growth, Unemployment Inches Up

New Mexico’s unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in December as job growth relied heavily on public sector hiring.

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New Mexico-Based Artist Built a 30-Foot Coyote Head in the New Mexico Desert—and You Can Sleep Inside It

An artist in Arroyo Hondo, N.M., built a 30-foot guest house shaped like a giant coyote head, turning a fantastical dream into a unique Airbnb.

Flash Flood Watch Issued for Parts of New Mexico as Monsoon Storms Build

Flash Flood Watch issued for Ruidoso burn scars and western New Mexico as storms bring heavy rain, flooding risks, and afternoon thunderstorm activity.

This Overlooked New Mexico Town Might Be the Best Weekend Getaway Yet

Ruidoso, N.M., is welcoming travelers back for a cool mountain getaway as the village continues to recover from 2024 fires and floods.

El Niño Is Back — and It Could Soak New Mexico This Winter. But Don’t Get Too Comfortable.

After years of drier La Niña influences, a strengthening El Niño offers New Mexico hope for moisture relief — but also brings risks of extreme rain, flooding and unpredictable extremes in a warming climate.

Forget the Desert—This Mountain Village Is One of New Mexico’s Go-To Weekend Getaways

Families, as New Mexico sizzles,are escaping to Ruidoso's cool mountain pines, shaded lakes, and outdoor trails for the ideal weekend getaway.