Science

The northern lights made a rare appearance over New Mexico and the Southwest on the Fourth of July, triggered by strong solar storms.

UNM astronomer Diana Dragomir says TESS' first microlensing exoplanet discovery may reveal many hidden worlds across the galaxy.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is demanding federal reparations after accusing the Drug Enforcement Administration of allowing millions of fentanyl pills to flood New Mexico during an undercover operation. Calling the alleged conduct “the most derelict, despicable act in my long career,” she said the fallout has cost the state more than $1.5 billion in law enforcement, addiction treatment and public safety initiatives.

Thunderstorms have been the weather for the past few days in the state, but why do wildfires keep recurring? Experts answer the question.

The first full moon of summer lights up New Mexico’s pristine skies; learn why tribes named it the Strawberry Moon — and where to catch the best views without leaving the state.