New Mexico

California is ranked as the third worst state to move to in the U.S. in 2026 by ConsumerAffairs, following New Mexico and Louisiana. The report is part of ConsumerAffairs' guide for 'the best states to move to in 2026.'

New Mexico removed income limits from its universal child care system in November, leading to a 12,000 increase in enrolled children and average annual savings of $12,000 for families. Massachusetts, where child care costs are among the highest in the U.S., is examining New Mexico’s approach as a potential model. Critics note New Mexico still faces a shortage of early education slots despite improved affordability.

Estancia, New Mexico, faces a water emergency as drought depletes wells, prompting reduced water sales to the Torrance County Detention Facility, its largest commercial customer. The town is hauling water and planning to drill a new well, while residents and officials express frustration over delays and governance issues.

Squishy toys, popularized by TikTok, pose safety risks when left in hot cars, leading to explosions and burns. Incidents in West Virginia and New Mexico involved children requiring medical treatment after toys exploded, prompting warnings and reports to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Squishy toys, popularized by social media, have caused injuries when left in hot cars and exploded, leading to burns and emergency medical treatments. Reports to the Consumer Product Safety Commission and warnings from parents highlight the risks, with stores limiting purchases due to high demand.

Squishy toys, popularized by TikTok, can explode and cause burns when left in hot cars, leading to ER visits and warnings from families and safety agencies. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has received multiple injury reports from toys bursting in heat, with incidents reported in West Virginia and New Mexico.

Estancia, New Mexico, is experiencing severe drought causing its wells to dry up. The town's immigration detention center, operated by ICE, is its largest water customer, prompting both the facility and town to truck in water until a new well is drilled.

A mother siamang named Eve at ABQ BioPark in New Mexico took in a baby robin that entered her enclosure, displaying maternal behaviors like grooming and attempting to nurse the bird. The zoo's primate care team eventually reunited the robin with its family after Eve's caretaking.

A siamang named Eve at ABQ BioPark in New Mexico took in a baby robin that entered her enclosure, displaying maternal behaviors like grooming and attempting to nurse it. The bird was later reunited with its family, and the zoo shared a video of the interaction, highlighting the uncommon interspecies bond.

Cities and states across the U.S. are restricting fireworks due to heightened wildfire risks, with Utah implementing a statewide ban. Dry and windy conditions have led to hundreds of wildfires, prompting officials to urge the public to attend professional displays instead of using personal fireworks.

Nutex Health, a hospital in New Mexico, does not contract with Medicare and is therefore not subject to federal regulations requiring treatment for all patients. The facility is alleged to have exploited a loophole in these regulations.

A suspect was arrested for allegedly setting a brush fire along Highway 74 in Jefferson County. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office identified the suspect as Royce Ben Jameson, 25, from New Mexico, who faces charges of setting fire to woods or prairie and third-degree criminal trespassing.

New Mexico governor Lujan Grisham demands federal reparations, accusing the DEA of exacerbating the state's fentanyl crisis. She described the alleged DEA operation as the most derelict and despicable act of her career.

New Mexico's governor stated the state could pursue civil damages after U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agents allowed fentanyl shipments into communities to build larger drug cases. The governor highlighted the impact of fentanyl on drug-affected areas.

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is demanding federal reparations after accusing the DEA of allowing fentanyl pills to flood the state during an undercover operation without notifying local officials. She claims the crisis has cost the state over $1.5 billion in public safety and health initiatives and called for federal accountability and funding.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said the state could pursue billions in civil damages after revelations that DEA agents allowed fentanyl shipments to reach communities to build larger drug cases. The state's attorney general has launched a criminal investigation into whether federal officials violated state law by exposing residents to the synthetic opioid.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced the state may pursue civil damages after revelations that DEA agents allowed fentanyl shipments into communities to build larger drug cases. The state's attorney general has launched a criminal investigation into whether federal officials violated state law by exposing residents to the synthetic opioid. Overdoses have surged in New Mexico despite declining fentanyl deaths in other states.

A group of moderate U.S. House Democrats, including Reps. Sharice Davids, Gabe Vasquez, and Jim Costa, sent a letter to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins demanding transparency and additional resources to address a New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers emphasized concerns over the pest's impact on livestock and food prices, while a USDA spokesperson defended the agency's communication efforts.

Three firefighters were killed as wildfires fueled by heat and wind intensified across the West. The National Weather Service warned that wildfire conditions remain critical in the Four Corners region where Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah intersect.

Native American Tribes in northern Arizona, including the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, and San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe, seek a water rights settlement to address lack of running water in their communities. Four Upper Basin states—Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming—oppose the deal, delaying congressional approval and exacerbating water access issues for tribal residents.

In more states, older adults now outnumber children, with Catron County, New Mexico, exemplifying this trend through a high ratio of retirees to young residents. Challenges include limited healthcare access and a shrinking workforce, reflecting broader national concerns about aging populations and financial strains on systems like Social Security.

Madeline Teresa Ramos relocated from Florida to New Mexico to advocate for her husband's release from ICE detention. Their lives have been disrupted, and she fears for his physical and mental health.

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced a criminal investigation into the DEA over allegations that agents allowed fentanyl shipments to reach New Mexico communities while pursuing larger investigations. The inquiry follows reports that DEA agents monitored but did not seize fentanyl between 2023 and 2025, with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham criticizing the agency for enabling drug distribution that led to deaths.

House Democrats, including members of the New Democrat Coalition, demanded the USDA provide more details and allocate resources to address the New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers criticized the Trump administration for insufficient transparency and preparedness, while the USDA defended its communication efforts.

A group of 21 moderate House Democrats, including Reps. Sharice Davids, Gabe Vasquez, and Jim Costa, demanded the USDA provide more details and allocate additional resources to address the New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers criticized the Trump administration for insufficient transparency and urged proactive measures to prevent further spread, while a USDA spokesperson defended the agency's communication efforts.

A group of House Democrats from the New Democrat Coalition questioned USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins about the agency's response to a New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers demanded increased resources and transparency to address the parasitic fly's impact on livestock and food prices, while USDA defended its communication efforts.

New Mexico's attorney general launched a criminal investigation into DEA agents for allegedly allowing fentanyl shipments to reach Albuquerque streets. The inquiry follows reports that DEA agents monitored but did not seize fentanyl to build larger cases, potentially violating public safety rules. Whistleblower David Howell and others claimed the strategy endangered lives during a deadly drug epidemic.

A group of moderate U.S. House members, including Reps. Sharice Davids, Gabe Vasquez, and Jim Costa, demanded the USDA provide more details and allocate resources to address a New World screwworm outbreak in Texas and New Mexico. The lawmakers criticized the Trump administration for insufficient transparency and urged proactive measures to support affected ranchers and prevent further spread. The USDA defended its communication efforts, stating it has provided 'unprecedented' updates to stakeholders.

New Mexico's attorney general has opened a criminal investigation into claims that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration allowed hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to reach the streets.

The New Mexico Governor has requested a criminal investigation into DEA agents. Michelle Lujan Grisham, the governor, made the request while in Santa Fe, New Mexico in 2025.

The Democratic National Committee is organizing community events nationwide to address affordability concerns, including school supply giveaways and door-to-door outreach. They aim to counter President Donald Trump's dismissal of inflation as a 'hoax' and highlight their focus on everyday costs for voters.

In 17 U.S. states, older adults now outnumber children, with Catron County, New Mexico, serving as a microcosm of this demographic shift. The county faces challenges like limited healthcare access and a shrinking workforce, reflecting national concerns about aging populations and Social Security sustainability.

Catron County, New Mexico, exemplifies a national trend where 17 states now have more adults over 65 than children under 18. Challenges include limited healthcare access and a shrinking tax base, prompting legislative efforts in states like Wisconsin and New Mexico to support aging populations.

Jeffrey Epstein's New Mexico connections, including his Zorro Ranch and ties to political figures like former Governor Bruce King and Bill Richardson, are under scrutiny in ongoing investigations. Survivor Virginia Roberts Giuffre accused Richardson of abuse, while former New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas claims federal authorities limited state involvement in the probe.

Charges against country music star Bailey Zimmerman for damaging a New Mexico hotel room were dropped after he paid for the damages and took responsibility. Zimmerman apologized publicly, stating he was deeply sorry for his actions and the impact on the community and fans.

Charges against country star Bailey Zimmerman for damaging a New Mexico hotel room were dropped after he paid for the damages and took responsibility. Zimmerman apologized publicly, stating he was sorry for his actions and the impact on the community and fans.

Catron County, New Mexico, exemplifies a national trend where 17 states now have more adults over 65 than children under 18. The aging population faces challenges like limited healthcare access and a shrinking tax base, with states enacting legislation to address elder care needs.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has called for a criminal investigation into the Drug Enforcement Administration after an Associated Press investigation revealed DEA agents allowed hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to reach the streets between 2023 and 2025 while pursuing larger trafficking cases. The governor alleges the DEA's actions may have violated New Mexico law and endangered public safety, with the agency defending its decisions as lawful and consistent with federal guidelines.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is calling for a criminal investigation into whether federal authorities allowed fentanyl pills to reach the streets. The probe would examine potential violations of state law related to DEA actions.

New Mexico's governor has called for a criminal investigation into the DEA after an Associated Press report revealed federal agents allowed fentanyl shipments to reach the state's streets over two years while pursuing larger drug-trafficking cases. The governor argues the DEA's actions endangered public safety, while the agency claims its investigative decisions were lawful and consistent with department guidelines.