New Mexico’s 58,000-Home Shortage: 5 Bold Fixes That Could Finally End the Crisis
New Mexico faces a 58,000-home shortage. Streamlined permits, clearer housing rules and a state Division of Housing could help close the gap.
Inferno in the Mountains! 60-Acre Wildfire Rages Through Treacherous Manzano Terrain as Firefighters Battle Two Other Wildfires
A 60-acre lightning-sparked wildfire is growing in the Manzano Mountains as firefighters battle three blazes, with treacherous terrain hampering efforts to contain the largest fire.
Dog’s Terrifying Encounter With Hidden Rattlesnake Leaves Her Fighting for Life After Venomous Bite Sends Her to Hospital for 12 Hours
After coming face-to-face with a rattlesnake and getting bitten, Zinc’s nose swelled to the size of a softball, leaving her owners deeply concerned about her well-being. Fortunately, she immediately received two rounds of antivenom.
Protests Erupt as Albuquerque Wildlife Feared Buried Alive During Basin Cleanup
Wildlife advocates oppose a decontamination initiative at a retention basin, citing potential harm to local wildlife. Officials responded by addressing their concerts and emphasizing efforts to protect animals during the process.
Dolly Parton Dies at 80: How Her Imagination Library Left a Mark on Thousands of New Mexico Children
As New Mexico mourns Dolly Parton, communities remember a music icon whose philanthropy, literacy work, and storytelling touched generations.
Rio Rancho Police Expand License Plate Cameras From 5 to 19, Sparking Privacy Fears Over Who Is Watching
The effectiveness of license plate reader cameras has police hunting down criminals involved in vehicle crimes; now they are expanding the number of cameras.
Xcel Energy Expands Wind, Solar Portfolio to Shield Customers From Fuel Price Swings
Xcel Energy will expand wind, solar and battery projects across Texas and New Mexico to reduce fuel price volatility and meet rising power demand.
State Advances Bid to Become a Quantum Technology Hub
State leaders are investing in quantum technology partnerships, research, and business expansion as they work to position New Mexico as a leading hub for quantum innovation and high-tech job growth.
Oracle’s Massive AI Project Hits a $100M+ Wall in New Mexico
Oracle's Project Jupiter AI data center in Doña Ana County is facing higher-than-expected costs as developers work through electricity infrastructure challenges and environmental reviews. Despite the setbacks, the company continues advancing the multibillion-dollar project, which aims to strengthen AI infrastructure while creating jobs and boosting New Mexico's economy.
Delivery Robots in New Mexico? DoorDash Explores Expansion with Lawmakers
DoorDash recently discussed a possible rollout of food delivery robots in New Mexico with state lawmakers.
Inside Dime Time School Store Helping Teenage Parents Balance Diapers With Their Education
Teen parents can continue their studies while caring for their kids at New Future High School.
Nearly 3 in 10 Albuquerque Students Are Chronically Absent as Schools Battle Post-Pandemic Attendance Crisis
APS Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey emphasized the vital role of attendance in developing students’ skills, noting that children are more likely to attend school every day when they feel they belong.
New Mexico Lawmakers Seek Parental Consent for Amira AI Amid Concerns Over Recording Students’ Voices and Collecting Data
In a letter, lawmakers called on the education department to inform parents about Amira AI and obtain their consent, emphasizing the importance of transparency around the technology used to help educate students.
Why Students Should Get Involved in School Activities: APS Chief Highlights Sports, Drama, and Other Paths to Success
Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey, in her weekly message, underscored how school activities can help students find community and build a sense of belonging.
Albuquerque Public Schools Surpasses 2028 Postsecondary Readiness Goal Early, With 52.8% of Graduates Meeting Advanced Preparation Benchmarks
Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey said initial data shows an 8.1 percentage-point increase in the district’s Goal 3 performance for the 2025-2026 school year. However, officials emphasized the importance of closing equity gaps for students with disabilities.
Ice Cream Giant Rebel Creamery Files for Bankruptcy After $23.8M Packaging Battle — What It Means for New Mexico Shoppers
Rebel Ice Cream files for bankruptcy amid a $23.8M legal judgment, raising questions over the popular keto brand's future in New Mexico stores.
Affordable Housing Builders Warn Housing Market Is Freezing. They Want Tax Relief and Predictable Funding.
Affordable housing developers say unstable funding and rising taxes are stalling projects, worsening New Mexico's housing shortage.
Hit the Jackpot, Lose Your Food Stamps? Why Some New Mexico Slot Winners Could See SNAP Benefits Cut
New Mexico may use slot machine jackpot data to verify SNAP eligibility, meaning some winners of $4,500 or more could lose food benefits.
Opened with Hope, Closed in a Month: New Mexico Indian Market Shuts Down Due to Vendor Shortage
After launching in May with over 25 Indigenous vendors, Albuquerque’s New Mexico Indian Market is closing this weekend. Organizers cite too few sellers to cover costs, leaving artists without a stable weekend home.
Families Are Putting Groceries on Credit Cards. Can Financial Literacy Ease the Pain of Rising Prices?
With food and utility prices straining household budgets, Albuquerque officials and community leaders are encouraging financial literacy as a tool to help families reduce reliance on credit cards and navigate an affordability crisis. Experts say better money management cannot solve inflation, but it can provide stability and help households avoid deeper debt.
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New Mexico’s 58,000-Home Shortage: 5 Bold Fixes That Could Finally End the Crisis
New Mexico faces a 58,000-home shortage. Streamlined permits, clearer housing rules and a state Division of Housing could help close the gap.
Inferno in the Mountains! 60-Acre Wildfire Rages Through Treacherous Manzano Terrain as Firefighters Battle Two Other Wildfires
A 60-acre lightning-sparked wildfire is growing in the Manzano Mountains as firefighters battle three blazes, with treacherous terrain hampering efforts to contain the largest fire.
Dog’s Terrifying Encounter With Hidden Rattlesnake Leaves Her Fighting for Life After Venomous Bite Sends Her to Hospital for 12 Hours
After coming face-to-face with a rattlesnake and getting bitten, Zinc’s nose swelled to the size of a softball, leaving her owners deeply concerned about her well-being. Fortunately, she immediately received two rounds of antivenom.
Protests Erupt as Albuquerque Wildlife Feared Buried Alive During Basin Cleanup
Wildlife advocates oppose a decontamination initiative at a retention basin, citing potential harm to local wildlife. Officials responded by addressing their concerts and emphasizing efforts to protect animals during the process.
Dolly Parton Dies at 80: How Her Imagination Library Left a Mark on Thousands of New Mexico Children
As New Mexico mourns Dolly Parton, communities remember a music icon whose philanthropy, literacy work, and storytelling touched generations.
Rio Rancho Police Expand License Plate Cameras From 5 to 19, Sparking Privacy Fears Over Who Is Watching
The effectiveness of license plate reader cameras has police hunting down criminals involved in vehicle crimes; now they are expanding the number of cameras.
Xcel Energy Expands Wind, Solar Portfolio to Shield Customers From Fuel Price Swings
Xcel Energy will expand wind, solar and battery projects across Texas and New Mexico to reduce fuel price volatility and meet rising power demand.
State Advances Bid to Become a Quantum Technology Hub
State leaders are investing in quantum technology partnerships, research, and business expansion as they work to position New Mexico as a leading hub for quantum innovation and high-tech job growth.
Oracle’s Massive AI Project Hits a $100M+ Wall in New Mexico
Oracle's Project Jupiter AI data center in Doña Ana County is facing higher-than-expected costs as developers work through electricity infrastructure challenges and environmental reviews. Despite the setbacks, the company continues advancing the multibillion-dollar project, which aims to strengthen AI infrastructure while creating jobs and boosting New Mexico's economy.
Delivery Robots in New Mexico? DoorDash Explores Expansion with Lawmakers
DoorDash recently discussed a possible rollout of food delivery robots in New Mexico with state lawmakers.
Inside Dime Time School Store Helping Teenage Parents Balance Diapers With Their Education
Teen parents can continue their studies while caring for their kids at New Future High School.
Nearly 3 in 10 Albuquerque Students Are Chronically Absent as Schools Battle Post-Pandemic Attendance Crisis
APS Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey emphasized the vital role of attendance in developing students’ skills, noting that children are more likely to attend school every day when they feel they belong.
New Mexico Lawmakers Seek Parental Consent for Amira AI Amid Concerns Over Recording Students’ Voices and Collecting Data
In a letter, lawmakers called on the education department to inform parents about Amira AI and obtain their consent, emphasizing the importance of transparency around the technology used to help educate students.
Why Students Should Get Involved in School Activities: APS Chief Highlights Sports, Drama, and Other Paths to Success
Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey, in her weekly message, underscored how school activities can help students find community and build a sense of belonging.
Albuquerque Public Schools Surpasses 2028 Postsecondary Readiness Goal Early, With 52.8% of Graduates Meeting Advanced Preparation Benchmarks
Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey said initial data shows an 8.1 percentage-point increase in the district’s Goal 3 performance for the 2025-2026 school year. However, officials emphasized the importance of closing equity gaps for students with disabilities.
Ice Cream Giant Rebel Creamery Files for Bankruptcy After $23.8M Packaging Battle — What It Means for New Mexico Shoppers
Rebel Ice Cream files for bankruptcy amid a $23.8M legal judgment, raising questions over the popular keto brand's future in New Mexico stores.
Affordable Housing Builders Warn Housing Market Is Freezing. They Want Tax Relief and Predictable Funding.
Affordable housing developers say unstable funding and rising taxes are stalling projects, worsening New Mexico's housing shortage.
Hit the Jackpot, Lose Your Food Stamps? Why Some New Mexico Slot Winners Could See SNAP Benefits Cut
New Mexico may use slot machine jackpot data to verify SNAP eligibility, meaning some winners of $4,500 or more could lose food benefits.
Opened with Hope, Closed in a Month: New Mexico Indian Market Shuts Down Due to Vendor Shortage
After launching in May with over 25 Indigenous vendors, Albuquerque’s New Mexico Indian Market is closing this weekend. Organizers cite too few sellers to cover costs, leaving artists without a stable weekend home.
Families Are Putting Groceries on Credit Cards. Can Financial Literacy Ease the Pain of Rising Prices?
With food and utility prices straining household budgets, Albuquerque officials and community leaders are encouraging financial literacy as a tool to help families reduce reliance on credit cards and navigate an affordability crisis. Experts say better money management cannot solve inflation, but it can provide stability and help households avoid deeper debt.
New Mexico’s 58,000-Home Shortage: 5 Bold Fixes That Could Finally End the Crisis
New Mexico faces a 58,000-home shortage. Streamlined permits, clearer housing rules and a state Division of Housing could help close the gap.
Inferno in the Mountains! 60-Acre Wildfire Rages Through Treacherous Manzano Terrain as Firefighters Battle Two Other Wildfires
A 60-acre lightning-sparked wildfire is growing in the Manzano Mountains as firefighters battle three blazes, with treacherous terrain hampering efforts to contain the largest fire.
Dog’s Terrifying Encounter With Hidden Rattlesnake Leaves Her Fighting for Life After Venomous Bite Sends Her to Hospital for 12 Hours
After coming face-to-face with a rattlesnake and getting bitten, Zinc’s nose swelled to the size of a softball, leaving her owners deeply concerned about her well-being. Fortunately, she immediately received two rounds of antivenom.
Protests Erupt as Albuquerque Wildlife Feared Buried Alive During Basin Cleanup
Wildlife advocates oppose a decontamination initiative at a retention basin, citing potential harm to local wildlife. Officials responded by addressing their concerts and emphasizing efforts to protect animals during the process.
Dolly Parton Dies at 80: How Her Imagination Library Left a Mark on Thousands of New Mexico Children
As New Mexico mourns Dolly Parton, communities remember a music icon whose philanthropy, literacy work, and storytelling touched generations.
Rio Rancho Police Expand License Plate Cameras From 5 to 19, Sparking Privacy Fears Over Who Is Watching
The effectiveness of license plate reader cameras has police hunting down criminals involved in vehicle crimes; now they are expanding the number of cameras.
Xcel Energy Expands Wind, Solar Portfolio to Shield Customers From Fuel Price Swings
Xcel Energy will expand wind, solar and battery projects across Texas and New Mexico to reduce fuel price volatility and meet rising power demand.
State Advances Bid to Become a Quantum Technology Hub
State leaders are investing in quantum technology partnerships, research, and business expansion as they work to position New Mexico as a leading hub for quantum innovation and high-tech job growth.
Oracle’s Massive AI Project Hits a $100M+ Wall in New Mexico
Oracle's Project Jupiter AI data center in Doña Ana County is facing higher-than-expected costs as developers work through electricity infrastructure challenges and environmental reviews. Despite the setbacks, the company continues advancing the multibillion-dollar project, which aims to strengthen AI infrastructure while creating jobs and boosting New Mexico's economy.
Delivery Robots in New Mexico? DoorDash Explores Expansion with Lawmakers
DoorDash recently discussed a possible rollout of food delivery robots in New Mexico with state lawmakers.
Inside Dime Time School Store Helping Teenage Parents Balance Diapers With Their Education
Teen parents can continue their studies while caring for their kids at New Future High School.
Nearly 3 in 10 Albuquerque Students Are Chronically Absent as Schools Battle Post-Pandemic Attendance Crisis
APS Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey emphasized the vital role of attendance in developing students’ skills, noting that children are more likely to attend school every day when they feel they belong.
New Mexico Lawmakers Seek Parental Consent for Amira AI Amid Concerns Over Recording Students’ Voices and Collecting Data
In a letter, lawmakers called on the education department to inform parents about Amira AI and obtain their consent, emphasizing the importance of transparency around the technology used to help educate students.
Why Students Should Get Involved in School Activities: APS Chief Highlights Sports, Drama, and Other Paths to Success
Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey, in her weekly message, underscored how school activities can help students find community and build a sense of belonging.
Albuquerque Public Schools Surpasses 2028 Postsecondary Readiness Goal Early, With 52.8% of Graduates Meeting Advanced Preparation Benchmarks
Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey said initial data shows an 8.1 percentage-point increase in the district’s Goal 3 performance for the 2025-2026 school year. However, officials emphasized the importance of closing equity gaps for students with disabilities.
Ice Cream Giant Rebel Creamery Files for Bankruptcy After $23.8M Packaging Battle — What It Means for New Mexico Shoppers
Rebel Ice Cream files for bankruptcy amid a $23.8M legal judgment, raising questions over the popular keto brand's future in New Mexico stores.
Affordable Housing Builders Warn Housing Market Is Freezing. They Want Tax Relief and Predictable Funding.
Affordable housing developers say unstable funding and rising taxes are stalling projects, worsening New Mexico's housing shortage.
Hit the Jackpot, Lose Your Food Stamps? Why Some New Mexico Slot Winners Could See SNAP Benefits Cut
New Mexico may use slot machine jackpot data to verify SNAP eligibility, meaning some winners of $4,500 or more could lose food benefits.
Opened with Hope, Closed in a Month: New Mexico Indian Market Shuts Down Due to Vendor Shortage
After launching in May with over 25 Indigenous vendors, Albuquerque’s New Mexico Indian Market is closing this weekend. Organizers cite too few sellers to cover costs, leaving artists without a stable weekend home.
Families Are Putting Groceries on Credit Cards. Can Financial Literacy Ease the Pain of Rising Prices?
With food and utility prices straining household budgets, Albuquerque officials and community leaders are encouraging financial literacy as a tool to help families reduce reliance on credit cards and navigate an affordability crisis. Experts say better money management cannot solve inflation, but it can provide stability and help households avoid deeper debt.
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