What's happening in New Mexico June 13-19? Heights Summerfest and more

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from June 13 to 19. Albuquerque June 13-15 Camping World Open House – Visit Camping World to shop special Open House prices on New Mexico’s best selection of new and used RVs with...

Meta, XGS ink 150MW geothermal deal in New Mexico

Social network firm Meta has signed an agreement with enhanced geothermal energy firm XGS Energy to support the development and deployment of a 150MW project in New Mexico. When operational, the project is expected to supply energy to the PNM...

Meta Inks Deal For Advanced Geothermal Energy Project In New Mexico

Home United States Meta Inks Deal For Advanced Geothermal Energy Project In New Mexico Giant technology companies like Meta are striking unprecedented power deals to secure massive amounts of electricity for the data centers needed to develop AI,...

New Mexico joins national “No Kings Day” rallies against Trump policies

On Saturday, “No Kings Day” rallies are planned as a nationwide day of defiance against President Trump's administration. June 14th was chosen, in part because it is Flag Day – but also because it is President Donald Trump's 79th birthday. Terry...

Meta, XGS Energy to develop 150-megawatt geothermal power plant in New Mexico

Meta has joined the growing list of tech companies investing in renewable energy, announcing a partnership with geothermal startup XGS Energy to develop a 150-megawatt geothermal power plant in New Mexico. The agreement, revealed on Thursday...

IIT Kanpur and NMexus Ink MoU for Clean Energy and AI Innovation

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NMexus, a New Mexico-based non-profit organization, to advance collaborative research and innovation across high-impact technology...

Big Ten basketball teams ranked by returning production entering 2025-26 season

The 2025-26 Big Ten basketball season continues to draw closer. An important offseason milestone passed late last month, as early-entry NBA draft candidates had their deadline to either remain in the draft or return to college. The passing of that...

Albuquerque appoints four new leaders focusing on equity initiatives

The City of Albuquerque has announced the addition of four new team members to its local government. These individuals are set to enhance equity and inclusion within the community through their diverse experiences. Carlo James Aragón will serve as...

Albuquerque prepares for triple-digit temperatures with resources for residents

With temperatures in Albuquerque expected to reach triple digits this weekend, city officials are urging residents to take precautions against the heat. Mayor Tim Keller emphasized the city's readiness to support both housed and unhoused...

Meta, geothermal startup XGS Energy to build plant in New Mexico

Meta is helping to fund geothermal energy projects in New Mexico

Meta has entered into an agreement with XGS Energy to develop "next-generation geothermal energy" projects in New Mexico. The plan is for these projects to connect directly into the electrical grid that Meta's data centers draw from, feeding the...

Man arrested in connection to pumpjack theft scheme in two NM counties

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — An Oklahoma man is facing charges for a scheme to steal pumpjacks from New Mexico oilfields. Jonathan Stamper is accused of hiring drivers to take apart and move 11 pumping units, worth a combined 2-million dollars, from sites...

Expectations New Mexico Gov. has for 'No Kings Day' protests

THE TAOS COMMUNITY. WE HAVE AN UPDATE ON THE CASE. NATIONAL PROTESTS ARE PLANNED ACROSS THE COUNTRY THIS WEEKEND, AND MORE THAN A DOZEN PLANNED IN OUR STATE. JULIAN PARAS JOINS US FROM SANTA FE, OUTSIDE OF ONE OF THE NO. KING’S DAY PROTESTS. YEAH,...

Dry conditions in New Mexico with hot afternoons

Dry conditions ahead with hot afternoons ALL RIGHT, WELL, DRYING OUT AND HEATING UP. BYRON SHOWS US WHEN WE COULD HIT OUR FIRST 100 DEGREES. YEAH, AND IT LOOKS LIKE WE GET TO DO IT TWO TIMES THAT 100 DEGREE TEMPERATURE. MORE ON THAT IN JUST A...

National study ranks New Mexico 4th in childhood hunger

A new report says 1 in 4 kids are at risk of hunger in New Mexico. The meal gap grew by 6 million from last year’s report, resulting in a lack of over 66 million meals statewide. Katy Anderson, vice president of strategy partnerships and advocacy...

How can you stay cool and save money in New Mexico this summer?

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — How can you stay cool and save money in New Mexico this summer? PNM has some tips. Here are some energy-saving “hacks”: Flip your ceiling fan direction Set your ceiling fans to spin counterclockwise in summerThis creates a...

Meta signs deal for advanced geothermal power in New Mexico

NEW YORK :Meta signed an agreement with XGS Energy to help develop 150 megawatts of advanced geothermal electricity in New Mexico to power the Facebook parent company's artificial intelligence expansion, the companies said on Thursday. WHY IT'S...

New Mexico delegation calls for vote to reauthorize program to compensate radiation victims

Advocates for former uranium miners and others exposed to radioactive materials as far back as 80 years ago say there is an urgent need for Congress to pass legislation to compensate them. “My family has five generations of cancer now since 1945,”...

Summer Food Drive benefitting four New Mexico organizations

by: Isaac Cruz Posted: Jun 11, 2025 / 11:01 AM MDT Updated: Jun 11, 2025 / 06:26 PM MDT NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Sunward Credit Union is partnering with multiple organizations to launch its Summer Food Drive. The summer food drive runs June 16 – 27 and...

Here's what 'Old Farmer's Almanac' is predicting for summer 2025 in New Mexico

by: Fallon Fischer Posted: Jun 11, 2025 / 07:25 AM MDT Updated: Jun 11, 2025 / 10:26 AM MDT NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Summer is right around the corner, and the “Old Farmer’s Almanac” has released its predictions on what type of weather is in store for...