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Ruidoso, NM hit with fire and now with monsoon flash flooding

Heavy rain in Ruidoso caused flash flooding in burn scars, prompting water rescues and raising concerns about further flooding as more rain is expected.

NM efforts to catalog lead water lines off to ‘slow start’

Federal funds are being distributed to 10 New Mexico communities to address lead and copper pipes in water systems, but state officials urge other municipalities to apply quickly for remaining funds.

Water issues featured in New Mexico State of the State address

Water issues were a key topic in New Mexico Gov. Lujan Grisham's January 17 "State of the State" speech to both chambers at the opening ceremony of the 30-day legislative session.

Report finds agriculture uses 80% of New Mexico’s fresh water

Report finds agriculture uses 80% of New Mexico's water, highlighting dairies and certain crops. Experts advocate efficient irrigation and water reuse as solutions.

‘It’s good to have water.’ The Rio Grande flows again

Increased snowmelt has boosted Rio Grande water flow in southern New Mexico, benefiting farmers, wildlife, and residents. Despite this, experts warn one good year won't solve ongoing water issues.

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Deborah on Gold mining prompts legal challenge over rare Nevada speciesJanuary 25, 2026
Ha! Good question. They want the opportunity to investigate the population of these species.
Deborah on Utah faces worrisome drought conditionsJanuary 25, 2026
It will be a dire situation, Callie. They've been looking at different options.
Callie Humes on Utah faces worrisome drought conditionsJanuary 23, 2026
What will happen to Utah's water resources if they don't end up getting any snowfall winter?
Callie Humes on Gold mining prompts legal challenge over rare Nevada speciesJanuary 23, 2026
Why would they list the species as endangered when they don't know how many there are yet?
Deborah on WOTUS comments close as rule review moves forwardJanuary 8, 2026
A lot of people and organizations put a lot of thought into their comments. Personally, I think it's good that…