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US’s most endangered rivers are in New Mexico: Report

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2 years ago

April 16, 2024

US’s most endangered rivers are in New Mexico: Report

The rivers of New Mexico are the most threatened waterways in the country, according to a recently released report by advocacy group American Rivers.

The report ranks the top 10 most endangered waterways in the United States, noting that pollution, climate change, and reduced clean water protections all contribute to their decline.

American Rivers cited the Supreme Court decision last May in Sackett v. EPA for the reason rivers across the entire state of New Mexico were ranked first on the list.

The ruling limits how the Environmental Protection Agency can enforce provisions under the Clean Water Act for streams, rivers and wetlands.

As part of the ruling, protections were scrapped for waterways that only run during the rainy season or periods of the year due to snowmelt, according to the report.

In arid states like New Mexico, rivers and streams typically flow only during certain times of the year.

The decision also stripped away protections for “isolated” wetlands, which are not physically connected to streams or surface water bodies and also exist in the state.

On top of this, the report cites a 2006 Supreme Court decision that rolled back protections to closed basins as another reason for the state’s top spot on the list.

“These rulings fly in the face of established science and ignore the value that small streams and wetlands have to their broader watersheds, communities and economies, particularly in places with dry climates like New Mexico,” the report reads.

Here are the most endangered rivers in the U.S., according to America’s Most Endangered Rivers 2024 report:

Rivers of New Mexico

Big Sunflower and Yazoo Rivers, Miss.

Duck River, Tenn.

Santa Cruz River, Ariz.

Little Pee Dee River, S.C. and N.C.

Farmington River, Conn., Mass.

Trinity River, Calif.

Kobuk River, Ark.

Tijuana River, Calif.

Blackwater River, W.V.

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Strong to severe storms possible in New Mexico today

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2 hours ago

April 11, 2026

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Strong to severe storms possible in New Mexico today

Good morning!

We are trending on the milder side throughout New Mexico to start the weekend. Temperatures in the metro area have fallen into the 50s this morning, which is above normal – especially for Albuquerque. Typically for April 11th low temperatures trend in the low 40s in the Duke City. A few showers have stuck around overnight after a wet Friday. Clovis was the big winner in regard to rainfall from yesterday’s showers and thunderstorms. The city picked up more than an inch of rainfall! Today, temperatures around the Land of Enchantment are forecasted to reach the 60s and 70s as showers and storms come back for the Land of Enchantment.

Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and push east through the evening. Some of these storms have the potential to turn strong to severe across northern and eastern New Mexico. The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has part of the northern mountains along with eastern New Mexico in a Level 1 Risk to see severe storms and a Level 2 Risk in the southeast corner of the state. If storms do turn strong to severe this afternoon large hail and damaging winds will be the primary concern along with downpours. Showers are expected to linger late tonight into early Sunday morning as drier air funnels in.

Rain and mountain snow are expected in northwest and northern New Mexico on Monday and Tuesday as moisture funnels back into the state. A few inches of snow are forecasted to accumulate in the highest terrain of the mountains. Our next weathermaker will also bring strong winds to the Land of Enchantment again early next week. Wind gusts will range from 35-45 mph and possibly reach 50 mph along the central mountain chain and in eastern New Mexico. High temperatures next week will be seasonable to mild, throughout the state, before highs become slightly below normal on Tuesday. Stay weather aware today and have a great weekend!

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New Mexico Forward Party moves toward recognition as minor party

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14 hours ago

April 10, 2026

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New Mexico Forward Party moves toward recognition as minor party

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Route 66 Visitors Center hosts free New Mexico concert series in Albuquerque

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1 day ago

April 10, 2026

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Route 66 Visitors Center hosts free New Mexico concert series in Albuquerque

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. – Bernalillo County says the reopened Route 66 Visitors Center will host free Saturday concerts for eight weeks featuring New Mexico artists.

The concert series starts Saturday April 11 at 12 p.m. The New Mexico Music Hall of Fame will present the shows.

The lineup for the opening event includes Ivon Ulibarri and Café Mocha followed by Son Como Son. The release says local food trucks and Tractor Brewing will provide food and drinks.

The programs will run every Saturday in April and May beginning at 12 p.m. Other performers include Albuquerque Jazz Orchestra, Mariachi Promesa, Picoso, Red Wine Band with David Nunez, Sorela, Hillary Smith & Chill House, Animated Jukebox and others.

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