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Trump Border Wall Clash: Judge Authorizes Federal Deposit to Buy Church Land

A legal battle over 14.259 acres at Mount Cristo Rey has pitted the Trump administration against the Diocese of Las Cruces, which argues that border wall infrastructure would transform one of the Southwest's most revered Catholic pilgrimage sites into a symbol of division. While a federal judge allowed the government to deposit compensation for the land, the Church's constitutional challenge remains unresolved.

$10M Won’t Solve It —But It May Decide Who Gets to Go to College Amid Affordability Crisis in Higher Education

New Mexico is investing $10 million to expand childcare on college campuses, aiming to support student parents and broaden access to higher education.

Strong Thunderstorms with High Winds, Lightning Expected Across New Mexico Thursday Night

Strong thunderstorms are expected to develop across much of New Mexico Thursday night, with forecasters warning of high winds, dangerous lightning, and heavy rainfall. Residents are encouraged to monitor weather conditions as storm activity intensifies across the state.

A Guide to the 2026 ABQ Indie Film Festival

This Friday, June 19 will be the seventh annual ABQ Indie Film Festival, a local festival showcasing new films from international independent filmmakers. This year’s event will start at 6pm and is hosted by FUSION in Downtown Albuquerque.

Five Institutions Secure $10 Million to Expand Childcare Infrastructure 

The funding aims to expand childcare facilities and improve support for students, families, and communities.

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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.

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.

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.