School Mental Health Fight: Fifteen Democratic-led states sued to stop the Trump administration from ending a $1 billion school-based mental health grant program, arguing a court order is being ignored and millions in support could vanish. Transit & Community: Colorado’s planned Front Range rail service, “CoCo” (Colorado Connector), unveiled branding and a fox mascot as advocates push for a future Fort Collins-to-Denver line. New Mexico Education Leadership: Deming Public Schools named Eugene Lewis and Samuel Avalos to lead special education roles, emphasizing compliance and support for students with disabilities. Water & Rural Life: Border ranchers and farmers in Luna County challenged ongoing “illegal drilling” for water under a 1907 law, warning wells could dry up. Culture & Film: Santa Fe’s Mindfield Film Festival celebrated Kitty Harper’s short “Ma Prison” with multiple Diamond and Platinum awards. Arts & Debate: A Santa Fe Opera “Magic Flute” review sparked backlash over racist iconography concerns. Nuclear Exposure Advocacy: New Mexico advocates renewed efforts to expand and extend RECA compensation for downwinders and uranium workers. Local Safety & Tragedy: New Mexico State Police identified two Ute Lake victims from Clovis after Fourth of July weekend drownings. Politics Abroad: New Mexico Rep. Teresa Leger-Fernández joined lawmakers in Cuba calling the U.S. energy embargo a “silent Gaza.” Sports & Leadership: Deming High volleyball hired Abby Moyer as head coach, aiming for fundamentals and program stability.