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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?

NMSU Global Campus Collaborates With Los Lunas Schools to Offer Online Learning Opportunities

Los Lunas Schools employees will gain access to affordable, flexible higher education opportunities through a new partnership, NMSU Global Campus said in a news release.

UNM Retains School of Law Dean Camille Carey

UNM Provost Barbara Rodriguez has reappointed Camille Carey as dean of the School of Law after she faced both protests and support over her leadership, KOB 4 reports.

A Colorado Tribe Is Building a Massive Renewable Energy Hub. Washington Couldn’t Stop It.

The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe broke ground on a large solar and battery project in New Mexico after its federal permits cleared just before a policy change stalled others, NPR reports.

Thousands Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at Albuquerque’s Freedom Fourth

Thousands of families gathered at Balloon Fiesta Park for Albuquerque's Freedom Fourth, enjoying live music, face painting and fireworks, KOB 4 reports.

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18-Year-Old Student Arrested Over Gallup High School Shooting Threat

KOAT reported that Gallup police have taken student Daniel Herrera into custody over alleged threats to commit a school shooting.

Respiratory Illness Season Is Here: New Mexico Sees Spike In Flu Cases

Based on a report by KOAT, New Mexico health officials said rising flu activity signals the start of the respiratory illness season in the state.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Governor-Elect Deb Haaland Hold Transition Talks

KOB 4, in a news report, said Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Gov.-elect Deb Haaland discussed a “smooth transition of power” on Friday.

Need Free Dental Services? Head to Tingley Coliseum on November 7 for New Mexico Mission of Mercy’s Dental Clinic

The free dental clinic at Tingley Coliseum will continue tomorrow, offering various dental services to patients, KOB 4 reports.

NMDOT: NM 309 at River Bridge Closed Until Further Notice Due to Safety Concerns

According to KOB 4, the New Mexico Department of Transportation implemented the road closure on State Road 309 at the river bridge as a precautionary measure while crews examine the area.