McCauley Springs Fire Update: July 3, 2026
USFS News:
Acres: 712
Containment: 63%
Start Date: June 24, 2026
Location: Jemez Ranger District, east of Battleship Rock
Cause: Undetermined
Fuels: Timber, grass & understory, hardwood litter
Personnel: 328
Highlights: Crews continued suppression repair work in areas near the Sierra de los Pinos community yesterday, making good progress rehabilitating roads and campgrounds impacted during firefighting activities. Read More
NM State Parks Increasing Boating Under The Influence Patrols On Waterways During Fourth Of July Weekend
NM State Parks Marine Enforcement Officer patrols Elephant Butte Balloon Regatta. Courtesy/NMSP
New Mexico State Parks News:
SANTA FE — As boating activity surges over the Fourth of July holiday, New Mexico State Parks will significantly increase on‑the‑water patrols on July 3–5 as part of Operation Dry Water, a nationwide effort to prevent boating under the influence (BUI) and enhance public safety on waterways.
In partnership with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and the U.S. Coast Guard, New Mexico State Parks officers will conduct targeted enforcement, Read More
Los Alamos County Remains In READY Status During Fire Season
COUNTY News:
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The Los Alamos County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) would like to remind residents that Los Alamos County remains in the READY stage of the Ready, Set, Go! wildfire preparedness program throughout fire season. Heading into the holiday weekend, citizens are reminded to be mindful of the current fire restrictions and be safe as they celebrate.
McCauley Springs Fire Update
OEM continues to monitor the McCauley Springs Fire. Recent progress has significantly reduced the immediate threat to Los Alamos County. Read More
State Awards $24.5 Million Under Behavioral Health Reform Law To Help Communities Move From Planning To Action
Health Cabinet Secretary Kari Armijo
NMHCA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico approved the first round of funding under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act, known as SB3, awarding approximately $24.5 million to expand mental health, substance use disorder treatment and crisis services across all 13 behavioral health regions.
“This funding is about helping communities move from planning to action,” said Kari Armijo, cabinet secretary for the New Mexico Health Care Authority. “Regions have identified what their communities need most, and these investments will help expand services Read More
FBI: Woman Pleads Guilty To Assault With Dangerous Weapon
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Prewitt, N.M. woman pleaded guilty to stabbing a man during a dispute. According to court documents, on Jan. 6, 2026, Naomi Martinez, 24, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, kicked and stabbed John Doe in the face, head and neck with a kitchen knife, causing serious bodily harm.
Martinez pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and faces up to 10 years in prison at sentencing.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and Justin A. Garris, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Albuquerque Field Office, made the announcement of Read More
