Ahead of his second year, coach Jason Eck and the New Mexico Lobos football team are preparing for a youth movement, integrating 2026 recruits into spring practice sessions.

New shocking allegations are coming to light about the infamous 'Zorro' ranch in New Mexico, owned by the billionaire pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, through a revealing documentary.

As New Mexico continues its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's activities, more local survivors are coming forward with their testimonies.

An exclusive inside look at Jeffrey Epstein's ranch in New Mexico has been revealed, offering new details about the property.

A man in New Mexico was arrested after allegedly throwing his mother's dogs during what was described as a mental breakdown. The incident led to charges related to animal cruelty.

I verdetti delle giurie di New Mexico e California, che hanno condannato alcune piattaforme a multe molto “salate” per non avere adeguatamente protetto i minori e per avere indotto alla...

A moderate magnitude 4.3 earthquake was recorded by the USGS in New Mexico, with tremors felt across Carlsbad, Roswell, Artesia, and Atoka.

Blasting has commenced for a 1.3-mile border barrier across Mount Cristo Rey in New Mexico. The project faces significant opposition from environmental groups and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Las Cruces.

Honey, a 12-year-old half-blind dog in New Mexico, is being celebrated as a 'bear slayer' after bravely fending off an ursine intruder at her family's home in early March, sustaining 'catastrophic' injuries in the process.

The Guadalupe 'Perch Fire' wildfire is rapidly moving east near Perch Lake in Santa Rosa, New Mexico. Evacuations have been ordered for areas along US 66 and parts of Highway 91.

A New Mexico court has ordered Meta to pay a $375 million fine for misleading users about the safety of its platforms for children, following a jury's finding.

As New Mexico jury finds Meta platforms harm children, social media firms await more legal decisions AP News

A landmark trial in New Mexico will determine whether Meta Platforms misled users regarding the safety risks its platforms pose to children.

As New Mexico authorities continue their investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, questions are being raised about his connections to powerful individuals.

Jackpot Digital has announced a new agreement to install two gaming tables at a casino in New Mexico, expanding its presence in the region.

Reports of an active shooter at Holloman Air Force Base in Otero County, New Mexico, led to a lockdown, with videos showing a medevac helicopter response.

New images have been released from Jeffrey Epstein's ranch in New Mexico, where a search began last week, more than six years after the financier's death in prison.

A large shinbone belonging to a close relative of the Tyrannosaurus rex has been discovered in New Mexico.

captiontk Jayme Serbell In 2019, my husband and I moved to our dream off-grid home in New Mexico. After our son was born, we realized how far we were from family, friends, and a hospital. We moved…

A wealth fund is investing in the New Mexico desert with the aim of transforming it into a hub for advanced technology.

Scientists exploring Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico have discovered microbes performing photosynthesis in complete darkness using infrared light, a finding that could broaden the search for life beyond Earth.

New Mexico authorities have launched an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's infamous 'Zorro Ranch,' where numerous allegations of sexual abuse of minors reportedly occurred, according to FBI files.

Die Durchsuchung ist Teil strafrechtlicher Ermittlungen wegen des Verdachts "illegaler Aktivitäten" auf der Ranch vor Epsteins Tod

Investigators in New Mexico have conducted a search of Jeffrey Epstein's former ranch, as part of ongoing inquiries related to the disgraced financier.

The brothers of Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre visited a New Mexico ranch and demanded unredacted documents related to the case.

A plane originating from Wichita crashed in New Mexico, resulting in one fatality.

William Neil McCasland, a former US Air Force general reportedly linked to UFO research, has gone missing in New Mexico, prompting a silver alert and public appeal for information.

The ranch had been relegated to the bottom of the headlines

Jeffrey Epstein's luxury ranch in New Mexico, previously overlooked in investigations, is now facing renewed scrutiny due to new allegations, prompting local authorities to re-examine how such oversights occurred.

Stanley Kroenke is the largest private landowner in the US. Andy Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Stanley Kroenke, the US' largest landowner, owns 2.7 million acres, surpassing previous records. Kroenke purchased 937,000 acres in New Mexico, marking the largest US land deal in a decade. His holdings include 60 million square feet of commercial real estate and multiple sports teams. One man in the US owns enough land to cover the entire state of Delaware nearly twice over — or New York...

Public Service Company of New Mexico PFD 4.58% has declared a dividend of $1.145.

EXCLUSIVE: Author and TV writer Alanna Bennett (XO, Kitty, Roswell, New Mexico) is developing her latest novel, the YA title The Education of Kira Greer, for TV with Gabrielle Union via her I’ll Have

Fresh evidence from the “Epstein files” has brought Jeffrey Epstein’s isolated New Mexico estate back into the spotlight, revealing grim allegations of what occurred behind the gates of the luxury pro

Timothy Busfield's upcoming child sex abuse trial in New Mexico looks like it might feature some explosive testimony ... because prosecutors are signaling that several people who've accused Timothy of sexual assault in the past will be called as…

New Mexico prosecutors have reopened the criminal inquiry into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch, citing new revelations that warrant further examination after the initial investigation closed in 2019.

New Mexico is implementing a program to provide free child care, which includes a fiscal escape hatch.

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Obama Says Aliens Exist But Are Not Kept In Area 51 Authored by Rachel Roberts via The Epoch Times, Former U.S. President Barack Obama said in a Feb. 14 podcast interview that aliens are real but that none are kept at the secretive Area 51 military base in the Nevada desert, later adding that he didn’t see any evidence indicating that extraterrestrials have contacted Earth during his presidency. In the interview, when asked, “Are aliens real?” Obama replied, “They’re real, but I haven’t seen them—and they’re not being kept in [Area 51]. There’s no underground facility, unless there’s this enormous conspiracy and they hid it from the president of the United States.” Obama became the first leader of the United States to affirm the existence of extraterrestrial life when questioned by progressive podcaster Brian Tyler Cohen in a video posted on YouTube. After the interview went viral, Obama said on Instagram that he wanted to “clarify” his comments to Cohen, writing that he was “trying to stick with the spirit of the speed round” while speaking on the podcast. “Statistically, the universe is so vast that the odds are good there’s life out there,” he wrote. “But the distances between solar systems are so great that the chances we’ve been visited by aliens is low, and I saw no evidence during my presidency that extraterrestrials have made contact with us. Really!” In 2013, Obama was possibly the first U.S. leader to acknowledge the existence of Area 51, an Air Force base built during the Cold War, which has long been rumored to house extraterrestrials and unidentified flying objects (UFOs). Cohen did not ask Obama a follow-up question on the issue. Instead, he asked the former president what his first question had been upon entering the White House. “Where are the aliens?” Obama joked in response. Some critics, including British political commentator Calvin Robinson, said Cohen should have asked Obama for more information about aliens. “When a former President of the United States says on the record there are aliens, YOU FOLLOW UP WITH RELEVANT QUESTIONS. You do not continue reading from your script,” he wrote on X. The U.S. government first acknowledged Area 51’s existence in 2013 through a Freedom of Information request and has declassified documents detailing its history and purpose. The base has been a testing ground for a host of top-secret aircraft, including the U-2 in the 1950s and later the F-117 stealth fighter. Trump Admin on Aliens President Donald Trump has expressed skepticism about the existence of aliens, while acknowledging that “anything is possible.” Trump addressed the subject in several media appearances during the 2024 presidential campaign. On a podcast with Lex Fridman, Trump said he would consider pushing the Pentagon to release additional UFO footage that many believe is classified. “Oh yeah, sure, I’ll do that. I would do that. I’d love to do that,” Trump said, noting that public pressure to disclose records relating to UFOs is similar to that surrounding the John F. Kennedy assassination. On Logan Paul’s “Impaulsive” podcast in June 2025, Trump said, “Am I a believer? No, I can’t say I am." “But I have met with people, serious people, that say there’s some really strange things flying around out there.” Trump added that given the size of the universe, “Why wouldn’t there be something, somebody?” Vice President JD Vance has expressed his personal enthusiasm, telling the “Ruthless” podcast in August 2025 that he is “obsessed with the whole UFO thing.” “What’s actually going on? What were those videos all about? What’s actually happening?” Vance probed. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said last August that she believes aliens may exist and that the U.S. government holds classified information on the subject. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard in Washington on Dec. 2, 2025. Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images Gabbard pledged to share disclosures from ongoing investigations into UFOs amid growing discussion of the phenomena at the highest levels of government. Pentagon Cases Unresolved The Pentagon’s All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) continues to investigate more than 1,600 reports of “unidentified aerial phenomena,” an official term that has largely replaced “UFOs.” At a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing in November 2024, AARO’s director, Jon T. Kosloski, detailed cases the military believes it has solved—such as the widely circulated 2016 “GOFAST” video, now thought to show an object flying at 13,000 feet rather than right above the water—as well as other incidents which have so far defied explanation. Previous presidents, including Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter, have discussed their curiosity about alien life without confirming a belief in it. Carter reported that he saw an unidentified bright object in the sky when he was governor of Georgia in 1969, although he later said it was likely a natural phenomenon. A view of Area 51. Google Maps/Screenshot via The Epoch Times Clinton said that he was curious about the possibility of extraterrestrial life and that he had asked aides to look into both Area 51 and the Roswell incident of 1947, which gave rise to much speculation about a government cover-up. After Air Force personnel recovered metallic and rubber debris near Roswell, New Mexico, the U.S. Army Air Forces announced that they were in possession of a “flying disc” before retracting the statement within a day. Clinton said he was told there was no evidence of alien life in connection with the incident. In 1995, he joked about the Roswell incident, saying, “If the U.S. Air Force did recover any alien bodies, they didn’t tell me about it.” The American public is increasingly convinced that aliens exist and have visited Earth, according to recent polls. More than half (56 percent) of Americans believe extraterrestrials definitely or probably exist, according to a 2025 YouGov poll. Democrat (61 percent) and Independent (59 percent) voters are more likely than Republicans (46 percent) to believe aliens exist, with 73 percent of Americans believing the government would hide evidence of UFOs if it had any, and just 13 percent thinking it would be transparent, according to the same survey. Tyler Durden Tue, 02/17/2026 - 17:00

A New Mexico committee has advanced a bill for universal childcare to the House floor, aiming to expand access to early childhood education and care.

A selection of six exquisite homes with vast acreage is featured, including an off-the-grid contemporary home in New Mexico and a lakefront farmhouse in Massachusetts.

French investigators have raided the offices of a former culture minister over his links to Jeffrey Epstein. Separately, Epstein's New Mexico ranch was purchased by the family of a 'Trump Republican' candidate, drawing further attention to his network.

As Demand Grows, US Nuclear Energy Industry Faces Looming Crunch In Reactor Fuel Supply Authored by John Haughey via The Epoch Times, The Department of Energy (DOE) has invested billions in incentivizing domestic production of enriched uranium for the commercial development of advanced nuclear reactors, including $2.7 billion issued last month to three companies to build centrifuges and processing plants necessary to produce fuel for reactor cores. Yet, a fuel crunch that could hobble President Donald Trump’s “nuclear renaissance” initiatives looms as soon as 2028, several experts warned during the two-day U.S. Nuclear Industry Council’s 13th annual Advanced Reactors Summit in Seattle that concluded Feb. 12.  “If America wants to lead in advanced reactors, we have to do the nuclear fuel here. Make no mistake about that,” Centrus Energy Senior Vice President Patrick Brown told more than 400 nuclear industry professionals on Feb.12. “Unfortunately, we’re really building from zero.” Right now, he said, less than 1 percent of the nuclear fuel that the nation’s 94 commercial reactors annually consume is produced domestically, and that is exclusively dedicated to the Pentagon. The nation’s commercial nuclear energy industry is “completely reliant on foreign imports” of enriched uranium, he said, primarily from Kazakhstan and Canada. Those imports include up to 5 percent from Russia that won’t be available soon. In response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Congress in 2023 banned U.S. companies from importing Russian uranium. That ban goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2028. Brown said with the global nuclear fuel market already constrained, domestic industry’s scramble to revive enrichment—a process American companies invented and once dominated—is now a race to have supply available to meet demand as new reactors come online. Because that demand—spurred by the president’s May 2025 executive orders to license 10 new reactors by 2030 and quadruple commercial nuclear energy output by 2050—is likely to outpace domestic fuel production until the early 2030s, he said a timing shortage will emerge in 2028.  “That’s when we'll see that the problem is there’s not enough non-Russian supply” of enriched uranium to replace even the relatively small amount it now produces in a tight market where restrictions on one supplier impacts the entire market. “Fortunately,” Brown said, the industry and the Trump administration recognize there is an approaching gap between burgeoning demand and static supply, and has deemed restoring domestic capacity to enrich uranium a national security priority akin to “a second Manhattan Project.” The entrance of Urenco's uranium enrichment plant in Gronau, Germany. Urenco USA also operates a commercial enrichment plant in New Mexico and is among the few companies in the United States authorized to do so. Volker Hartmann/DDP/AFP via Getty Images Industry Must Respond The nation’s domestic nuclear fuel supply chain got a $2.7 billion boost when the Department of Energy on Jan. 5 issued awards to three domestic companies to enrich low-enriched uranium and high-assay low-enriched uranium. Securing $900 million awards each to build uranium enrichment plants are California-based General Matter in a former Paducah gaseous diffusion plant in western Kentucky, North Carolina-headquartered Orano Group’s Federal Services operation in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and Maryland-based Centrus Energy’s uranium enrichment plant in Piketon, Ohio. Brown said unlike the array of demonstration projects the Department of Energy is sponsoring, such as the Energy Reactor Pilot Program that has 10 companies vying for federal funding if they can demonstrate functionality of their designs by July 4, 2026, enriching uranium is not a new process. “We’re not here to do science experiments, right?” he said. “We’re here to go big or go home. We’re not going home. The era of demonstration is over. We are moving onto large-scale commercial production.” Centrus is already licensed to produce low-enriched uranium and high-assay low-enriched uranium in its Ohio plant, he said. Its Technology and Manufacturing Center in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, is the only domestic manufacturer of centrifuges needed for the enrichment process. It’s ready to gradually scale-up production. “We have the site. We have the facility,” Brown said. “We have the room to expand” at the Piketon plant, which is demonstrating with 18 centrifuges what could be replicated by thousands. “Our technologies are proven and are actively producing [high-assay low-enriched uranium] today,” he said. The Department of Energy award is designed to induce a long-term “demand signal” for investors and utilities, he said, by assuring them there will be ample domestic supply of enriched uranium available should they incorporate nuclear power into their grid expansion plans. However, Brown said, the Piketon plant and other projects nationwide are not expected to reach peak production until the early 2030s, meaning there could be more demand than supply until production can catch up. While the Department of Energy funding is critical in seeding domestic capacity to be self-sufficient in producing nuclear fuels, how swiftly that can be achieved is now up to the industry itself, he said, encouraging operators to begin negotiating “off take” agreements with Centrus and others engaged in uranium enrichment so they can secure their fuel supply and processors can commit to ramping up with confirmed orders. “This is the chicken-and-the-egg problem that [the Department of Energy] was trying to solve. They said, ‘Build the capacity and the advanced reactor development will come while we’re building it,’” Brown said. “That’s the message. So we need firm contracts to proceed to build further. So let us know. We’re ready.” Tyler Durden Sun, 02/15/2026 - 14:00

Quixote, a studio services provider owned by Hudson Pacific, is undergoing a significant pivot, resulting in 70 staff cuts and the winding down of multiple leases in Los Angeles, impacting operations in Georgia and New Mexico.

Oracle plans to utilize Bloom Energy fuel cells to power a 2.45 GW AI data center microgrid located in New Mexico.

Deb Haaland's path to becoming New Mexico's first Native American woman governor, which initially seemed clear, has encountered a primary snag with a challenge from Sam Bregman.

The remains of Sgt. Celestino Chavez Jr., a US soldier who went missing during the Korean War, were identified through DNA analysis and given full burial honors and posthumous medals in New Mexico.

A wildfire has consumed more than 1,000 acres in southern Colorado, burning near the New Mexico state line.

Anthony Mackie and Dafne Keen are set to star in the action-thriller 'Barracuda,' with filming commencing this week in New Mexico. Neil Burger is directing the film, and Robert Zemeckis is an executive producer.

A Republican legislator, Dustin Burrows, has proposed that parts of New Mexico be absorbed into Texas, potentially redrawing the US map.

An elephant named Lynn Tupa briefly escaped her enclosure at a New Mexico zoo, with officials stating she was 'out for a while' before being found.

The Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives has directed a committee to study the idea of annexing parts of New Mexico, a move the New Mexico governor dismissed as 'not serious' amid noted divisions between southeastern New Mexico counties and Democratic Santa Fe.

Josef Kaminsky from the United States captured the 'Photo of the Day,' featuring 'Flowers and Pepper' taken in New Mexico, USA.

A jury in New Mexico has approved $375 million in civil damages against Meta, following a legal case.

The New Mexico L... team is having a remarkable season, with fundamental aspects of their performance continuing to make it enjoyable, echoing a classic line from 'Casablanca'.

Meta has been ordered to pay $375 million in a New Mexico trial over claims of child exploitation and user safety failures on its platforms.

New Mexico authorities are investigating Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch, which was allegedly a central hub in his sex trafficking network, raising further questions about his connections to powerful individuals.

As New Mexico conducts an investigation, questions are being raised regarding Jeffrey Epstein's connections to powerful figures.

Meta is facing a trial initiated by New Mexico prosecutors who allege the company prioritized profits despite a surge in child abuse on its platforms like Instagram and Facebook, raising serious questions about its child safety practices.

One person was killed and another wounded in a shooting at an air force base in New Mexico, military officials announced. Holloman Air Force Base was placed on lockdown following reports of an attacker.

New Mexico U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján has successfully secured $120 million in funding for the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project, aiming to improve water infrastructure in the region.

Georgia O'Keeffe called the New Mexico high desert "my country," but Pueblo peoples predated her. A more complex view is emerging amid efforts to preserve the land.

A high-ranking retired US Air Force major general, who once commanded a base associated with UFO stories, has been missing for nearly two weeks, prompting New Mexico authorities to seek public assistance.

The New Mexico desert is emerging as a strategic location for startups focused on defense and nuclear fusion, backed by $70 billion from the state's investment fund, aiming to establish American superiority against China and Russia.

Scientists have discovered microorganisms in a New Mexico cave that are capable of using light from red dwarfs, the most common type of star, for energy in complete darkness.

Scientists exploring Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico have discovered microbes capable of photosynthesis in complete darkness, utilizing infrared light, a finding that could broaden the scope of the search for life beyond Earth.

New Mexico authorities search Zorro Ranch formerly owned by Epstein  CNN

Jacksonville State is scheduled to play against New Mexico State in the CUSA Tournament.

Pentagon, FAA Will Conduct Anti-Drone Laser Tests In New Mexico Authored by Jacob Burg via The Epoch Times, The Pentagon and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) agreed to conduct an anti-drone “high-energy laser test” in New Mexico over the weekend. The announcement comes a little more than a week after the FAA had to suddenly close airspace around Fort Hancock, Texas, because of what the agency at the time called “special security reasons.” The Department of War (DOW) ...

A woman from Wichita has been identified as one of the victims of a recent plane crash that occurred in New Mexico.

The City of Albuquerque is experiencing a significant increase in records requests originating from outside New Mexico and even other countries, prompting officials to review their public records policies.

Jurors in New Mexico watched a deposition from Mark Zuckerberg during a bellwether trial concerning Meta's child safety practices, as the company faces scrutiny over its platforms' impact on young users.

Feds Told New Mexico To Back Off Epstein; Then They Did Nothing... Authored by José Niño via Headline USA, In September 2019, federal prosecutors asked New Mexico to shut down its…

Allegations regarding Prince Andrew's connections to Jeffrey Epstein's New Mexico ranch are expected to surface.

While Jeffrey Epstein's island and jet have been a point of fascination for years, his New Mexico mansion has gotten less scrutiny, until now ... state officials have renewed interest in the ranch, which is rumored to have dead bodies buried on…

The New Mexico Supreme Court has ordered the removal of a McKinley County judge from the bench.

Officers say flood of low-quality reports is draining resources and slowing cases amid New Mexico lawsuit Meta’s use of artificial intelligence software to moderate its social media platforms is generating large volumes of useless reports about cases of child sexual abuse, which are draining resources and hindering investigations, said officers from the US Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) taskforce. “We get a lot of tips from Meta that are just kind of junk,” Benjamin Zwiebel, a specia...

New Mexico has launched an investigation into historical allegations of forced sterilization of Native American women, addressing a dark chapter in the state's past.

Exclusive | The Accomplice Who Was Going to Testify Against Jeffrey Epstein—Then Went Dark  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has acknowledged traveling to Jeffrey Epstein’s island and meeting him on another occasion.

New Mexico has approved a comprehensive investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch.

A New Mexico woman faces felony charges after allegedly giving birth in a portable toilet and then drowning her newborn in the holding tank.

Border Patrol Fired Army Lasers At Party Balloons, Forcing El Paso Air Traffic Shutdown On Wednesday, after the FAA suddenly shut down airspace over El Paso, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the unsettling move was prompted by a "cartel drone incursion," and assured Americans that "the threat has been neutralized." However, that shutdown, which impeded everything from commercial air traffic to medevac helicopter flights, was actually caused by a trigger-happy border Border Patrol unit firing a US Army laser weapon at a party balloon, not far from El Paso International Airport.  The introduction of the weapon into a border-security role without FAA approval may have violated federal law. The proposal for arming the border patrol with the anti-drone weapon was first presented to Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg in the spring of 2025, sources tell the New York Times. The goal was the interdiction of drones used to smuggle drugs across the frontier. According to two people, Pentagon staff cautioned that the idea would require approval of the FAA and Transportation Department, but Feinberg said the Pentagon was free to do what it wanted with the weapons. The Pentagon called their account "a total fabrication."  In a Feb 6 email obtained by the Times, the FAA's chief lawyer warned a DOD official that putting the weapon into the border-enforcement mix without restricting the airspace "a grave risk of fatalities or permanent injuries” to civilians flying overhead.  CPB officers reportedly fired an AeroVironment LOCUST laser counter-drone weapon on loan from the US Army (AeroVironment photo) In the predawn hours on Monday, Feb 9, as military service members observed, Customs and Border Protection officers fired the laser weapon at what they assumed was a drone near Fort Bliss, but it was actually a metallic party balloon. Around 5pm that day, a DOD official emailed an FAA lawyer, reiterating the Pentagon's stance that prior FAA approval wasn't needed, and that the laser weapons would continue to be employed on the border, adding that he "looked forward" to a meeting to discuss the topic.  FAA officials were said to be outraged. Early Tuesday evening, the FAA warned the Pentagon and National Security Council that an FAA-mandated shutdown of airspace near El Paso was imminent. Then came the extraordinary order from FAA administrator Bryan Bedford that airspace above El Paso would be closed for 10 days. The "temporary flight restriction notice" forbid any flights below 18,000 feet in the affected area. An angry El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson said the "unnecessary" airspace shutdown, which lasted a few hours, caused "chaos and confusion," including the diversion of medevac flights to Las Cruces, New Mexico. Bedford rescinded the order on Wednesday.   The laser weapon was fired a balloon approaching Fort Bliss, which is immediately adjacent to El Paso International Airport The incident has intensified pre-existing tension between the DOD and the FAA, which goes back to the disastrous January 2025 collision between an American Airlines jet and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter that killed 67 people. At least two near-misses with Army helicopters followed.  While it's been widely and credibly reported that CPB fired at a party balloon, the administration has yet to officially rescind its claims about a "cartel drone incursion." Meanwhile, the safety question hangs heavy in the air. In October 2024, an official at US Northern Command said safety concerns were, at the time, keeping lasers off the table where drone interdiction was concerned:  “The biggest thing right now is the impact of the laser when it moves beyond its target. You know, how far is it going? What’s that going to do? How long does the laser need to remain on target before it begins to inflict damage and so on, right?”  It's far from clear if those questions have since been satisfactorily answered. To the extent they're still being sorted out, maybe that process shouldn't be taking place next to El Paso International Airport.  Tyler Durden Sun, 02/15/2026 - 13:25

Local survivors have come forward with new allegations of multiple men being drugged and raped at Jeffrey Epstein's secretive New Mexico ranch. New Mexico authorities are pressing on with their reopened investigation into the isolated Santa Fe property.

Lea and Roosevelt counties in New Mexico are reportedly seeking to secede from the state and join Texas, with a state representative involved in the movement.

Authorities have identified a body discovered in Santa Fe County as a missing man from New Mexico.

New Mexico's "Cowboy" Kent Rollins argues that the presence of phones and screens at the dinner table is detrimental to American families, advocating for a return to simple, distraction-free meals.

Several oil companies are facing accusations of massive accounting fraud in the state of New Mexico.

Former Little House on the Prairie star Melissa Gilbert has publicly defended her husband, actor Timothy Busfield, following child sexual abuse charges filed against him by New Mexico prosecutors.

A 3,000-year-old weapon has been discovered in New Mexico, notable for its appearance that resembles future technology.

A half-blind, 12-year-old New Mexico dog named Honey is being celebrated as a 'bear slayer' after she bravely fended off an ursine intruder at her family's home, protecting her family and other animals.

GOP lawmakers in Texas are reportedly investigating the possibility of acquiring parts of neighboring New Mexico, a move that could lead to significant border changes between the two states.

Director Timothy Busfield has surrendered to authorities in New Mexico after being sought on child sex abuse charges.

An opinion piece by 'Wright' references a line from the movie 'Casablanca' to discuss how 'the fundamental things still do apply,' likely in the context of a 'remarkable season' for 'The New Mexico L,' suggesting a sports-related commentary.

A jury in New Mexico has found Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, guilty of failing to adequately protect minor users from sexual predators and not properly warning about platform risks.

New Mexico State football has returned to the field to continue its spring practices for the 2026 season, focusing on evaluating talent, particularly along the offensive line.

Retired US Air Force Gen. William McCasland, 68, has been reported missing from his Albuquerque home since February 27. Speculation is fueled by his past association as a 'UFO specialist'.

Nagaraju Balkam, a 26-year-old Indian national, was arrested in Santa Fe, New Mexico, during an online child predator operation.

Affordable Care Act enrollment has dropped across the United States since the enhanced federal subsidies expired. But New Mexico has record numbers of people signing up.

A large-scale search is underway for 68-year-old retired US General William Neil McCasland, who has been missing since February 27 from his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

A shooting at a US Air Force base in New Mexico resulted in one death and one injury, prompting an investigation into the incident.

New bone analyses indicate that a 74-million-year-old fossil, believed to be an ancestor of T. rex and found in New Mexico, belonged to one of the largest Tyrannosaurs of its era.

New Mexico's $70 billion sovereign wealth fund is making a significant push to attract advanced technology industries, including nuclear fusion and defense systems, to the state.

The US Treasury has issued a Geographic Targeting Order for 14 counties across California, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona, requiring money transfer companies to report cash transactions between $1,000 and $10,000 to combat cartel money laundering.

EXCLUSIVE: Paola Núñez (Fire Country, The Fall of the House of Usher) has joined the series regular cast of AMC’s Dark Winds for Season 5, currently in production in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She will play Luisa Alvarado, a lead investigator for the U.S. Attorney’s office and someone from Leaphorn’s (Zahn McClarnon) past.  The project reunites […]

State officials in New Mexico are reportedly conducting the first known thorough search of Jeffrey Epstein's infamous Zorro Ranch ... years after an anonymous tip alleged there were bodies buried on the property. According to The New York Times,…

House Of Horrors: Cops Search Epstein's Zorro Ranch For Strangled Girls, 'Human Experimentation' Weeks after New Mexico officials launched an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro…

Police in New Mexico have searched a ranch formerly owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, with the current owner's cooperation, to investigate potential crimes.

Investigators in New Mexico have reportedly searched a ranch formerly owned by Jeffrey Epstein as part of ongoing inquiries.

The Pentagon and FAA have reached an agreement to conduct tests of anti-drone laser technology in New Mexico, aiming to enhance defense capabilities against unmanned aerial vehicles.

Trial against Meta in New Mexico highlights video depositions by top executives  AP News

Newly surfaced photos offer a rare glimpse inside Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch in New Mexico, revealing an array of stately rooms and eccentric decor.

Heinous allegations have prompted state officials to restart an inquiry, which went cold in 2019, into the convicted sex offender’s lesser-known property.

A travel writer, after visiting all 50 states, highlights five small towns that left a lasting impression, including Abiquiu, New Mexico, Kennebunkport, Maine, and Bayfield, Wisconsin.

New Mexico has launched an investigation into historical allegations of forced sterilization of Native American women.

New Mexico's ambitious free child care program, while promising, is raising concerns due to a built-in fiscal escape hatch that could impact its long-term viability.

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Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive | Gene Hackman’s New Mexico Home Found a Buyer in Just Eight Days  The Wall Street Journal

The 'truth commission' will interview victims who say they were abused at the sprawling property south of Santa Fe.

The New Mexico property where Jeffrey Epstein's abuse took place was purchased for $13.4m in 2023 by the family of Texas businessman Donald Huffines, a 'Trump Republican' candidate.

A MAGA candidate, Don Huffines, has been named as the mystery buyer of Jeffrey Epstein's New Mexico property, adding a new twist to the estate's sale.

Which US States Are Seeing Incomes Rise The Fastest (And Slowest) Since 2019, U.S. household incomes have surged - rising from $68,700 to $83,730 nationally, a 21.9% increase in just five years. But where you live matters a lot. While some states tracked close to the national average, others saw incomes climb at nearly double the pace, driven by booming local industries and major investment. States like Colorado posted outsized gains, while Georgia’s expanding EV industry brought billions in investment and rising paychecks. The map, via Visual Capitalist's Dorothy Neufeld, shows which states saw the fastest growth in median household income from 2019 to 2024, using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Trends in Median Income by State Below, we show the change in median household income for all 50 U.S. states and D.C. between 2019 and 2024 using nominal figures (not adjusted for inflation): Rank State Change in Median Household Income Median Household Income 2019 Median Household Income 2024 1 Colorado 46.9% $72,500 $106,500 2 Georgia 43.4% $56,630 $81,210 3 Maine 36.3% $66,550 $90,730 4 Montana 36.1% $60,190 $81,920 5 Tennessee 34.0% $56,630 $75,860 6 Rhode Island 31.6% $70,150 $92,290 7 Massachusetts 29.9% $87,710 $113,900 8 Florida 29.6% $58,370 $75,630 9 Iowa 29.4% $66,050 $85,480 10 Missouri 29.4% $60,600 $78,390 11 California 28.8% $78,100 $100,600 12 New Hampshire 28.7% $86,900 $111,800 13 North Dakota 25.8% $70,030 $88,080 14 Mississippi 25.0% $44,790 $55,980 15 Ohio 24.5% $64,660 $80,520 16 South Dakota 24.3% $64,260 $79,850 17 Michigan 23.9% $64,120 $79,460 18 South Carolina 23.8% $62,030 $76,780 19 Idaho 23.7% $65,990 $81,650 20 Utah 23.0% $84,520 $104,000 21 Wisconsin 22.6% $67,350 $82,560 22 New York 20.8% $71,850 $86,830 23 Texas 20.8% $67,440 $81,490 24 Wyoming 20.8% $65,130 $78,680 25 New Mexico 20.8% $53,110 $64,140 26 Oregon 20.5% $74,410 $89,700 27 Virginia 20.2% $81,310 $97,720 28 Kansas 19.9% $73,150 $87,690 29 Arizona 19.9% $70,670 $84,700 30 Arkansas 18.9% $54,540 $64,840 31 Washington 18.3% $82,450 $97,500 32 New Jersey 18.0% $87,730 $103,500 33 Nebraska 17.9% $73,070 $86,140 34 West Virginia 17.6% $53,710 $63,150 35 Louisiana 17.5% $51,710 $60,740 36 Alabama 16.7% $56,200 $65,560 37 Alaska 16.4% $78,390 $91,260 38 Kentucky 16.4% $55,660 $64,790 39 Delaware 15.7% $74,190 $85,860 40 Indiana 15.0% $66,690 $76,710 41 Maryland 14.8% $95,570 $109,700 42 Vermont 14.7% $74,310 $85,260 43 Connecticut 13.7% $87,290 $99,240 44 Nevada 13.7% $70,910 $80,590 45 Pennsylvania 13.4% $70,580 $80,060 46 Minnesota 13.4% $81,430 $92,350 47 Illinois 13.2% $74,400 $84,210 48 District of Columbia 12.6% $93,110 $104,800 49 Hawaii 11.6% $88,010 $98,240 50 Oklahoma 9.9% $59,400 $65,310 51 North Carolina 9.9% $61,160 $67,220 Colorado’s thriving tech industry helped push median income up 46.9%, the fastest rise across states. With $165,606 in average earnings across the sector in 2023, Colorado ranked sixth-highest nationally. From software to renewable energy, employment growth has expanded by double- or even triple-digit percentages across various roles since 2018. Georgia ranks in a close second, with median incomes climbing 43.4%. In particular, the EV and aerospace sectors are playing a key role in job creation. Since 2018, the state has seen $27.3 billion in investment across EV, aerospace, and battery manufacturers including Rivian and SK Battery America. Maine, meanwhile, saw wages rise 36.3%. In 2024, wages across the tech sector saw the steepest jump of 11.4% while those in the construction sector saw strong gains of 8.5%. Other factors, such as its older population and tight labor market, have further boosted wages. Falling near the middle of the pack were New York and Texas, each with wage gains of 20.8% between 2019 and 2024. By contrast, North Carolina and Oklahoma saw only 9.9% cumulative wage growth, the weakest performance nationwide. Median household income in both states remains well below the U.S. average and still trails pre-pandemic levels. To learn more about this topic, check out this graphic on average hourly earnings by state in 2025. Tyler Durden Sat, 02/14/2026 - 22:45