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A Flesh-Eating Parasite Is Back in Texas. Now Is the Time to Pay Attention.
A confirmed New World screwworm case in South Texas has prompted New Mexico officials to urge ranchers, pet owners and hunters to remain vigilant. While no cases have been detected in the state, authorities say early detection and reporting are essential to protecting livestock, wildlife and public health from the destructive parasite.
How Rail Yards Market and SNAP Helps Families In Need During Summer Break
Rail Yards Market, in partnership with SNAP, helps families in need ease their food budget burden by providing $3 for every $1 in SNAP benefits.
What a New Scholarship Program Means for Native American Students — and the Future of Tribal Communities
A new New Mexico scholarship will cover full in-state tuition for Native American students attending select colleges in Arizona, Colorado and Texas, expanding educational opportunities while strengthening tribal communities and future leadership.
More New Mexico Students are Filling Out FAFSA. Why That Could Change the State’s Future.
New Mexico posted one of the nation’s largest FAFSA completion gains, reflecting a broader push to make higher education more accessible and affordable. State leaders say the surge could reshape the economy, expand opportunity for working-class families and strengthen workforce development for years to come.
What Is The Mysterious Substance In The Mountainair Incident?—The Substance Has Been Identified
Since Wednesday, a mysterious substance has been the cause of the deaths of three people in Mountainair Home. Today, it has been answered.
A Single Phone Call Used to Mean Bureaucratic Delays for At-Risk New Mexicans. Not Anymore, With the Restored Hotline.
Starting July 1, New Mexicans can report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of people with disabilities by calling one toll-free number — with no more bureaucratic handoffs. The restored hotline 800-445-6242 connects callers directly to state investigators.
Pristine Waters or Nuclear Fuel? Canadian Firm’s Uranium Drill Plan Ignites Firestorm in New Mexico’s Sacred Chama Watershed
In the headwaters of the Rio Chama, a proposed uranium exploration project has ignited a clash between national nuclear ambitions and local efforts to protect one of New Mexico’s most treasured watersheds.
Oracle’s $5 Billion Pitch to New Mexico: Can Project Jupiter Win Over Skeptical Residents?
Oracle is rolling out a statewide advertising campaign to build support for Project Jupiter, its massive planned data center campus in Doña Ana County. The company promises jobs, cleaner energy and minimal water use, but residents and environmental advocates remain skeptical about the long-term impact of AI infrastructure in drought-stricken New Mexico.
“The Desert Is Not for Sale”: Inside the Revolt Against a Massive ‘Green’ Data Center in Rural New Mexico
A proposed renewable-powered AI data center in rural New Mexico has ignited fierce resistance from residents who fear the project threatens scarce water resources, fragile desert ecosystems and local control. The battle unfolding in Socorro reflects a growing national conflict over the environmental costs of artificial intelligence infrastructure.
The Flesh-Eating Fly at America’s Doorstep — and Why New Mexico’s New World Screwworm Website Could Be a Game-Changer
New Mexico has launched a centralized website to help residents identify, report and respond to the threat of New World screwworm, a parasitic fly whose larvae feed on living tissue and can devastate livestock, wildlife and pets. Officials say the platform could become a critical early-warning system against outbreaks.
How a Simple Lemonade Purchase Benefited People Experiencing Homelessness
Second-graders from Helen Cordero Elementary School raised money through a lemonade stand to purchase hygiene kits for unhoused individuals in Albuquerque.
Community-School Partnership Highlights Student Success
Every community effort influences students and helps influence their future career choices.
APS Secures Grant to Expand Access to Outdoor Learning
With the new funding, thousands of APS students will have more access to outdoor learning opportunities, underscoring the state’s commitment to improving environmental literacy.
Higher Education Department Unveils Native American Tuition Scholarship: What Students Need to Know
Native American students have until July 1 to submit their applications for the Native American Tuition Scholarship.
What a New Scholarship Program Means for Native American Students — and the Future of Tribal Communities
A new New Mexico scholarship will cover full in-state tuition for Native American students attending select colleges in Arizona, Colorado and Texas, expanding educational opportunities while strengthening tribal communities and future leadership.
Albuquerque is Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 by 2030 — Here’s How it Could Reshape Paychecks, Families, and Local Businesses
The Albuquerque City Council has approved a gradual increase in the city’s minimum wage, raising it to $15 an hour by 2030. Supporters say the measure will help working families cope with rising living costs, while businesses argue the phased approach gives employers time to adjust. The decision highlights the ongoing debate over wages, affordability and economic growth in New Mexico’s largest city.
Why New Mexico’s Universal Child Care Program Is in Court — and How It Could Help Families Save Thousands
A court challenge is testing New Mexico’s universal child care program, but for many families the bigger question is economic: how much money can it save, and what is at stake if the program faces disruption? Here’s what the legal fight means and how the program could help household budgets.
Updated: How a Tax Hike Means for Your Wallet: Albuquerque’s Proposed Increase Shows Why Gross Receipts Taxes Hit Consumers and Small Businesses
Albuquerque’s proposed gross receipts tax increase offers a real-world lesson in financial literacy—showing how local taxes ripple through prices, small businesses, and household budgets.
State Grants Up to $150,000 Now Available for Business Incubators
Business incubators in New Mexico have a chance to secure up to $150,000 in grants to help them meet state certification standards.
$50.7M Lost to Fraud: Regulators Step Up Warnings During Consumer Protection Week
Over 10,600 fraud complaints in 2025 cost New Mexicans $50.7M, as regulators step up warnings during Consumer Protection Week.
A Flesh-Eating Parasite Is Back in Texas. Now Is the Time to Pay Attention.
A confirmed New World screwworm case in South Texas has prompted New Mexico officials to urge ranchers, pet owners and hunters to remain vigilant. While no cases have been detected in the state, authorities say early detection and reporting are essential to protecting livestock, wildlife and public health from the destructive parasite.
How Rail Yards Market and SNAP Helps Families In Need During Summer Break
Rail Yards Market, in partnership with SNAP, helps families in need ease their food budget burden by providing $3 for every $1 in SNAP benefits.
What a New Scholarship Program Means for Native American Students — and the Future of Tribal Communities
A new New Mexico scholarship will cover full in-state tuition for Native American students attending select colleges in Arizona, Colorado and Texas, expanding educational opportunities while strengthening tribal communities and future leadership.
More New Mexico Students are Filling Out FAFSA. Why That Could Change the State’s Future.
New Mexico posted one of the nation’s largest FAFSA completion gains, reflecting a broader push to make higher education more accessible and affordable. State leaders say the surge could reshape the economy, expand opportunity for working-class families and strengthen workforce development for years to come.
What Is The Mysterious Substance In The Mountainair Incident?—The Substance Has Been Identified
Since Wednesday, a mysterious substance has been the cause of the deaths of three people in Mountainair Home. Today, it has been answered.
A Single Phone Call Used to Mean Bureaucratic Delays for At-Risk New Mexicans. Not Anymore, With the Restored Hotline.
Starting July 1, New Mexicans can report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of people with disabilities by calling one toll-free number — with no more bureaucratic handoffs. The restored hotline 800-445-6242 connects callers directly to state investigators.
Pristine Waters or Nuclear Fuel? Canadian Firm’s Uranium Drill Plan Ignites Firestorm in New Mexico’s Sacred Chama Watershed
In the headwaters of the Rio Chama, a proposed uranium exploration project has ignited a clash between national nuclear ambitions and local efforts to protect one of New Mexico’s most treasured watersheds.
Oracle’s $5 Billion Pitch to New Mexico: Can Project Jupiter Win Over Skeptical Residents?
Oracle is rolling out a statewide advertising campaign to build support for Project Jupiter, its massive planned data center campus in Doña Ana County. The company promises jobs, cleaner energy and minimal water use, but residents and environmental advocates remain skeptical about the long-term impact of AI infrastructure in drought-stricken New Mexico.
“The Desert Is Not for Sale”: Inside the Revolt Against a Massive ‘Green’ Data Center in Rural New Mexico
A proposed renewable-powered AI data center in rural New Mexico has ignited fierce resistance from residents who fear the project threatens scarce water resources, fragile desert ecosystems and local control. The battle unfolding in Socorro reflects a growing national conflict over the environmental costs of artificial intelligence infrastructure.
The Flesh-Eating Fly at America’s Doorstep — and Why New Mexico’s New World Screwworm Website Could Be a Game-Changer
New Mexico has launched a centralized website to help residents identify, report and respond to the threat of New World screwworm, a parasitic fly whose larvae feed on living tissue and can devastate livestock, wildlife and pets. Officials say the platform could become a critical early-warning system against outbreaks.
How a Simple Lemonade Purchase Benefited People Experiencing Homelessness
Second-graders from Helen Cordero Elementary School raised money through a lemonade stand to purchase hygiene kits for unhoused individuals in Albuquerque.
Community-School Partnership Highlights Student Success
Every community effort influences students and helps influence their future career choices.
APS Secures Grant to Expand Access to Outdoor Learning
With the new funding, thousands of APS students will have more access to outdoor learning opportunities, underscoring the state’s commitment to improving environmental literacy.
Higher Education Department Unveils Native American Tuition Scholarship: What Students Need to Know
Native American students have until July 1 to submit their applications for the Native American Tuition Scholarship.
What a New Scholarship Program Means for Native American Students — and the Future of Tribal Communities
A new New Mexico scholarship will cover full in-state tuition for Native American students attending select colleges in Arizona, Colorado and Texas, expanding educational opportunities while strengthening tribal communities and future leadership.
Albuquerque is Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 by 2030 — Here’s How it Could Reshape Paychecks, Families, and Local Businesses
The Albuquerque City Council has approved a gradual increase in the city’s minimum wage, raising it to $15 an hour by 2030. Supporters say the measure will help working families cope with rising living costs, while businesses argue the phased approach gives employers time to adjust. The decision highlights the ongoing debate over wages, affordability and economic growth in New Mexico’s largest city.
Why New Mexico’s Universal Child Care Program Is in Court — and How It Could Help Families Save Thousands
A court challenge is testing New Mexico’s universal child care program, but for many families the bigger question is economic: how much money can it save, and what is at stake if the program faces disruption? Here’s what the legal fight means and how the program could help household budgets.
Updated: How a Tax Hike Means for Your Wallet: Albuquerque’s Proposed Increase Shows Why Gross Receipts Taxes Hit Consumers and Small Businesses
Albuquerque’s proposed gross receipts tax increase offers a real-world lesson in financial literacy—showing how local taxes ripple through prices, small businesses, and household budgets.
State Grants Up to $150,000 Now Available for Business Incubators
Business incubators in New Mexico have a chance to secure up to $150,000 in grants to help them meet state certification standards.
$50.7M Lost to Fraud: Regulators Step Up Warnings During Consumer Protection Week
Over 10,600 fraud complaints in 2025 cost New Mexicans $50.7M, as regulators step up warnings during Consumer Protection Week.
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