Wildfire Update (Santa Fe): Crews are still working to contain the Rio Fire in the Santa Fe National Forest as hot, dry, windy weather keeps triggering flare-ups; teams are improving access roads for faster, safer firefighting and coordinating with archaeologists to protect cultural and heritage sites. Local Culture (Albuquerque): A new Route 66 exhibit in Albuquerque is celebrating the road’s 100-year legacy with more than 400 pieces of art, spotlighting the people and communities who shaped it, including immigrant, refugee, and LGBTQ experiences. Community & Pride (Farmington): Farmington’s Pride in the Park at Berg Park brought drag, comedy, vendors, and local groups together, with Equality New Mexico reaching out across the Four Corners to connect LGBTQ New Mexicans. Faith & Borders (Las Cruces): A Catholic diocese is fighting in court against the Trump administration’s plan to use church land for a border wall near Mount Cristo Rey, arguing it would desecrate a landmark and violate religious freedom. Road Life (Albuquerque): NMDOT plans nighttime demolition of the old I-25 bridge at Montgomery starting June 28, with major detours and new “Texas U-turn” style improvements at Montgomery and Comanche interchanges. Food Security (National): A House reconciliation plan would cut SNAP by about 30% through 2034, raising concerns about hunger and knock-on effects for free school meals. LGBTQ Rights (National): A new analysis highlights how the post-Roe landscape continues to harm reproductive health access, with particular focus on women of color. Music & Pop Culture (New Mexico region): Duke City Retro Con returns with comics, pop culture, and celebrity guests, including Priscilla Presley, plus community groups that bring superhero fandom to kids and local hospitals. Health & Safety (New Mexico): New World screwworm cases have been detected in Texas and New Mexico, prompting expanded public resources and tracking to protect livestock and wildlife.