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Sip, Savor, Celebrate, and More — Cocktail Week Takes Over New Mexico

The fourth annual New Mexico Cocktail Week ran from May 30 through June 7 at bars, restaurants and distilleries across the state, the Albuquerque Journal reports.

APS Superintendent Honors Graduates: ‘Make the World a Better Place’

As graduation week began, Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey celebrated the Class of 2026 in her weekly message, highlighting graduates whose determination she praised.

UNM Steps Up to Cut Food Waste, Boost Food Access

University of New Mexico students are spearheading a push to steer surplus food away from the trash and toward peers who need it, the University of New Mexico said in a news release.

Wastewater Sounded the Measles Alarm in New Mexico—Before Doctors Even Caught It

New Mexico health officials detected measles in wastewater five days before doctors confirmed cases in Sandoval County, according to a study reported by Source NM.

New Mexico’s Universal Childcare Program Is Costing More Than Expected — and the Bills Are Already Piling Up

New Mexico's universal child care expansion is costing more than projected, with budget analysts saying expenses already exceeded estimates soon after the program launched, Searchlight New Mexico 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.