New Mexico

New Mexico Teams Up with Local Dairies to Fight Toxic PFAS Pollution from Cannon Air Force Base

New Mexico partners with Curry County dairies to investigate and remediate toxic PFAS contamination linked to Cannon Air Force Base.

Parents Who Owe Child Support May Be Denied Hunting or Fishing Licenses: Here’s How to Restore Privileges

New Mexico warns parents who fall behind on child support that they may be denied hunting and fishing licenses, part of efforts to enforce payment obligations.

Delayed Care, Physician Burnout: Nearly All New Mexico Counties Face Health Care Worker Shortages

A state report shows 32 of New Mexico’s 33 counties face health worker shortages, delaying care and increasing physician burnout.

Governor Signs Several Health Care Bills Into Law: Medical Malpractice Reform, Two Others

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signs medical malpractice reform and other health care measures during New Mexico’s legislative session, aiming to reduce costs and address physician shortages.

Report: New and Resolved Environmental Enforcement Cases Slightly Drop in February

The New Mexico Environment Department reported 226 new environmental enforcement cases and 38 resolutions in February under its Enforcement Watch transparency program.

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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.