New Mexico
Inaugural New Mexico Tech Talks begin Thursday
New Mexico’s tech industry is robust and growing and some key players are getting together to talk about taking the state to the next level.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexico’s tech industry is robust – and growing – and some key players are getting together to talk about taking the state to the next level.
The first-ever New Mexico Tech Talks event kicks off Thursday morning. Organizers describe it as a “South-by-Southwest”-style event with two full days of presentations and workshops. They will focus on artificial intelligence, climate technology and overall business development, with the goal of getting all sorts of tech enthusiasts – college students, startup found, lawmakers, venture capitalists and the like – under one roof.
“We want to bring people together who are looking at it from multiple different angles and put them on panels together. And get the people who are interested, like the next generation or smart young people, with the people, who are building, in government and funders, all in one room and talking to each other in a way that’s really going to catalyze the next phase of the technology sector in New Mexico,” said Paul Zelizer, the cofounder of New Mexico Tech Talks.
The Tech Talks will be in Nob Hill. They scheduled events to take place at the New Mexico Startup Factory and M’tucci’s Bar Roma.
The tech talks are just part of the larger Atomic 66 Festival in Nob Hill this week. Organizers say it’s a big step forward for the Albuquerque neighborhood.
“As a board member for Nob Hill Main Street, I have seen – especially over the last two to three years, around the time that we opened this restaurant – a real explosion in interest in reincorporating Nob Hill and the business community,” said Howie Kaibel, of M’tucci’s Bar Roma.
The New Mexico Tech Talks kick off Thursday at 9 a.m. While tickets are free, space is limited. You can claim tickets and see the full schedule on their website here.
The state is warning about signs of abuse, such as unexplained injuries and sudden changes in behavior, like withdrawing from social activities.
SANTA FE, N.M. — So far in 2026, New Mexico has received 18,000 reports of elder abuse and Adult Protective Services warns there could be many more unreported cases.
The abuse can include neglect, exploitation or even scamming. If you suspect someone may be a victim of abuse, call Adult Protective Services at 1-866-654-3219.
The signs to look for include unexplained injuries, sudden changes in behavior or unusual banking activity. You could also notice them withdrawing from social activities or communication and being fearful around caregivers.
Edgewood commissioners approved tax funding for fire and emergency medical services, ending weeks of uncertainty over whether the town would keep coverage.
EDGEWOOD, N.M. – Edgewood commissioners approved tax funding for fire and emergency medical services, ending weeks of uncertainty over whether the town would keep coverage.
At Tuesday night’s town hall, commissioners unanimously approved using gross receipts tax revenue to pay the town’s share of the joint powers agreement with the Santa Fe County Fire Department.
The town’s former deal with Santa Fe County was set to expire after June 30.
The vote followed weeks of questions about whether the small mountain town would continue to have fire and emergency medical services.
Commissioners took action after back and forth between the town and county over the agreement.
At one point, some people in Edgewood signed a petition to disincorporate the town.
The vote gives residents an answer on how the town plans to keep those services in place.
SAN JUAN COUNTY, N.M. — Firefighters have contained a fire in San Juan County to 2 acres after it prompted evacuations around 13 miles north of Farmington.
Crews contained the fire to around 2 acres on New Mexico Highway 170, just north of Road 1424. The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office closed the highway while crews flow water to the scene.
San Juan County Fire and Rescue stated there is “a lot of debris” on fire that will continue to burn. There are also power lines down in the area, which will likely close the highway for “an extended period of time.”
They’re asking people to avoid the area and find a way around as evacuations are in place.
According to San Juan County, firefighters are responding with structure fire and wildfire resources. Further details are limited at this time.
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