Technology

Rio Rancho Police Expand License Plate Cameras From 5 to 19, Sparking Privacy Fears Over Who Is Watching

The effectiveness of license plate reader cameras has police hunting down criminals involved in vehicle crimes; now they are expanding the number of cameras.

Xcel Energy Expands Wind, Solar Portfolio to Shield Customers From Fuel Price Swings

Xcel Energy will expand wind, solar and battery projects across Texas and New Mexico to reduce fuel price volatility and meet rising power demand.

State Advances Bid to Become a Quantum Technology Hub 

State leaders are investing in quantum technology partnerships, research, and business expansion as they work to position New Mexico as a leading hub for quantum innovation and high-tech job growth.

Oracle’s Massive AI Project Hits a $100M+ Wall in New Mexico

Oracle's Project Jupiter AI data center in Doña Ana County is facing higher-than-expected costs as developers work through electricity infrastructure challenges and environmental reviews. Despite the setbacks, the company continues advancing the multibillion-dollar project, which aims to strengthen AI infrastructure while creating jobs and boosting New Mexico's economy.

Delivery Robots in New Mexico? DoorDash Explores Expansion with Lawmakers

DoorDash recently discussed a possible rollout of food delivery robots in New Mexico with state lawmakers.

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Man Mauled to Death by Bear in New Mexico as Shocking Attack Sparks Warning After Nearly 80 Sightings Across the State

The Navajo Police Department Window Rock District said the male victim died from injuries sustained in the bear attack.

[UPDATED: 08/22/2026] Albuquerque Road Rage Erupts as Woman Smashes Pickup Window With Baseball Bat Before Driver Crashes Into Her SUV

A viral video of a woman who hit a man's pickup truck's back window with a baseball bat sparks an investigation into a possible road rage incident.

Silver Alerts Surge as Missing‑Senior Warnings Light Up Residents’ Phones in the Middle of the Night: What’s Behind the Spike

Albuquerque’s Silver Alerts are suddenly everywhere. A change in New Mexico law and cellphone emergency notifications have made it easier and faster to alert the public about missing seniors.

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 Hits 50% Renewables — 5 Years Early. Clean Energy Dream or Overhyped?

New Mexico just hit 52 percent renewable electricity in 2025, crushing its 2030 goal five years ahead. Wind and solar are booming, but gas still backs up the grid and fossil fuels drive the economy. Impressive milestone or incomplete picture?