Tag: infrastructure

Pedestrian Deaths Drop Again—New Mexico Sheds Worst-In-Nation Ranking

Pedestrian deaths fall again in New Mexico, pushing the state out of the worst-in-US ranking after years of deadly post-pandemic spikes.

Pipeline Blocked—But not Dead? Project Jupiter Faces a Reroute Dilemma in New Mexico

A state denial halts part of Project Jupiter’s pipeline, but officials say the project can proceed—if developers find a new route off state trust lands.

Upgrades Coming to Petroglyph National Monument? Public Asked to Weigh in as Crowding and Urban Pressure Take a Toll

Officials seek public feedback on proposed upgrades at Petroglyph National Monument, citing crowding, aging facilities, and urban pressure.

New Mexico’s Digital Future is On Hold: State set to receive $293M Federal Broadband Funding, But Delays in Washington Stall Rollout

A $293-million broadband fund for New Mexico remains stuck in federal limbo, delaying key projects for schools, rural areas, and public services.

Nearly 3,000 Workers Train for Climate, Infrastructure Jobs as Clean Energy and Public Works Projects Ramp Up

The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions says 2,800 workers have completed training for climate-ready and infrastructure careers, surpassing earlier targets as the state prepares for a surge in clean energy and public works projects.

New Mexico’s bond rating upgrade, explained: what changed, why it matters, and what could still go wrong

Moody’s upgraded New Mexico’s issuer rating to Aa1 from Aa2, citing governance and steps to reduce reliance on volatile oil-and-gas revenue. The move can lower borrowing costs over time, but analysts and officials are watching federal funding risks and the durability of the state’s revenue shift toward recurring investment income.