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UNM FiRES Center Works to Strengthen Wildfire Resilience in New Mexico

The University of New Mexico's FiRES Center will continue expanding partnerships and leading projects to help communities across the state become more resilient to wildfires, according to UNM News.

Director of New Mexico Wildfire Claims Office Placed on Leave Amid $500,000 Compensation Controversy

The director of the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire claims office was put on administrative leave after reports showed he and his wife received more than $500,000 from the compensation fund, Source NM reports.

NM Prosecutors Allege Meta Misled the Public About Harms to Minors on Facebook and Instagram

The New Mexico Attorney General's Office alleged in a Santa Fe courtroom that Meta lied about the harms Facebook and Instagram pose to teens and children, Source NM reports.

New Mexico’s Bond Rating Upgrade, Explained: What Changed, Why It Matters, and What Could Still Go Wrong

Moody's Ratings has raised New Mexico's credit rating from Aa2 to Aa1, which could help the state borrow money at lower interest rates, according to the Albuquerque Journal.

Clear Horizons Act Advances in New Mexico Amid Jobs Versus Climate Clash

A climate bill that seeks to put greenhouse gas reduction targets into state law narrowly cleared its first legislative hurdle on a 5-4 committee vote, the Los Alamos Daily Post 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.