Epstein Aftershocks: A new death tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s circle in suburban Paris is under investigation, reviving questions about “mysterious” associate deaths and possible cover-ups. UNLV Football: UNLV coach Dan Mullen says championship goals haven’t changed as the Rebels enter Year 2 with momentum and a culture built for Mountain West title contention. Road Safety & Community Impact: An Albuquerque op-ed honors a young woman killed in a crosswalk and pushes for real pedestrian safety fixes as New Mexico continues to lead in traffic fatalities. State Politics & Pay Equity: New Mexico voters will consider a constitutional change that could raise legislative aides’ salaries—potentially above the lawmakers who hire them—after recent pay boosts. Land & Forest Service Deals: A long-running fight over New Mexico land grants and Forest Service strike deals is reshaping access and management in the Sangre de Cristo region. Chaco Canyon & Tribal Protections: Pueblo and federal officials are urging action to safeguard Chaco protections as drilling-buffer rollbacks remain a flashpoint. Democratic Primary Calendar: The DNC recommends New Mexico for an early 2028 presidential primary, with state leaders framing it as a chance to engage Hispanic voters sooner. Culture & Arts: Wonders on Wheels will bring “The Arts of Democracy in New Mexico” to fairs, libraries, and festivals statewide, tying local programming to the Declaration’s 250th anniversary. Reproductive Health Protests: In Las Cruces, pro- and anti-abortion groups staged dueling demonstrations around a new reproductive health clinic. Lowrider Spotlight: A New Mexico photographer’s book, “Seventh and Central,” celebrates lowrider culture and its Route 66 connections. Comics at SDCC: DC teased new “Absolute” titles, including Absolute Batman Beyond Ark-M, Absolute Superman #25, and Absolute Wonder Woman #25.