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Governor Stitt Deploys Oklahoma Swift Water Rescue Teams to New Mexico for Flood Response

Governor Stitt Deploys Oklahoma Swift Water Rescue Teams to New Mexico for Flood Response

Governor Kevin Stitt announced on Sunday that the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management is deploying two swift water rescue teams to New Mexico. These teams are being sent to assist with flood response efforts following intense flooding in the region. The deployment was initiated after a request from the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, made through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC). The teams consist of 12 members from Oklahoma Task Force 1, drawn from both Tulsa and Oklahoma City. They are equipped with boats, trailers, and other specialized rescue equipment necessary for swift water operations. The teams departed on Sunday morning for Santa Fe, New Mexico, and are expected to be deployed for a period of up to six days. Governor Stitt emphasized the training, experience, and equipment of these teams, expressing pride in Oklahoma's responders for answering the call for assistance.

Hurricane Polo's moisture heads for Texas. Here's where rain will hit

Hurricane Polo's moisture heads for Texas. Here's where rain will hit

Hurricane Polo's tropical moisture will spread across Texas this week, bringing heavy rain, flash flooding and several inches of rain in some areas.

Huge 'hybrid storm' will form over the US

Huge 'hybrid storm' will form over the US

The National Weather Service says tropical moisture will surge over the Southwest into the central U.S.

New Mexico Streamlines Regulations to Boost Home-Based Child Care Sector

New Mexico Streamlines Regulations to Boost Home-Based Child Care Sector

New Mexico has implemented significant changes to support and expand its home-based child care system, which is a critical component of the state's infant-toddler care infrastructure. The state's newly expanded child care assistance program, coupled with legislative action, has made it easier for individuals to open and operate home-based child care businesses. For instance, one provider, Yaneidy Gomez, was able to obtain a license and begin welcoming families within a month due to streamlined bureaucracy. A key legislative change, Senate Bill 96, effective July 1, mandates that all licensed and registered child care homes be treated as residential properties, removing zoning-related obstacles that previously hindered the establishment of such businesses. This initiative aims to address severe child care shortages, particularly for infants and toddlers, and to provide sustainable revenue and living wages for providers.

Diamondback Energy's Permian Basin Operations Under Scrutiny Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

Diamondback Energy's Permian Basin Operations Under Scrutiny Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

Diamondback Energy's Permian Basin Operations Under Scrutiny Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

New Mexico Jury Finds Facebook Liable for Deceiving Users on Privacy Protections

New Mexico Jury Finds Facebook Liable for Deceiving Users on Privacy Protections

A New Mexico jury has found Facebook liable for deceiving its users regarding privacy protections on the platform. This verdict marks a significant legal setback for the social media giant. The two-week trial in Santa Fe focused on accusations that Facebook misled users about a data breach involving a third-party personality quiz. This quiz harvested data from approximately 87 million profiles and subsequently sold it to Cambridge Analytica, a political consulting firm. Jurors sided with the prosecutors, determining that Facebook made deceptive statements about safeguarding user data, impacting New Mexico's entire population of over two million people. The jury also concluded that Facebook provided misleading information about its investigations into third-party app developers who harvest user data following the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Facebook, through a spokesperson for Meta, Alex Burgos, stated disagreement with the verdict and vowed to continue defending itself, claiming the state's evidence was o...

Heavy Rainfall Causes Significant Flooding in Clovis, New Mexico, Submerging Homes and Streets

Heavy Rainfall Causes Significant Flooding in Clovis, New Mexico, Submerging Homes and Streets

Torrential rain has led to severe flooding in Clovis, New Mexico, resulting in submerged streets, homes, and vehicles. The stormwater breached Dennis Chavez Park and subsequently flowed into nearby residential areas. The Clovis Police Department responded to 40 calls for service overnight to assist stranded motorists. Approximately nine houses were directly impacted, though the flooding has affected many more residences in the area. Residents, like Rebecca, have noted that the event brought back memories of similar flooding in the 1980s, which had previously made it difficult for her parents to leave their home. The mayor has confirmed that drinking water supplies remain unaffected, despite some localized power outages.

New Mexico Jury Finds Facebook Liable for Deceiving Users on Privacy

New Mexico Jury Finds Facebook Liable for Deceiving Users on Privacy

A New Mexico jury has found Facebook liable for deceiving its users regarding privacy protections on the platform. The verdict, delivered after a two-week trial in Santa Fe, concluded that Facebook violated 43 million instances of state consumer protection law. The core of the accusation centered on a data breach involving a third-party personality quiz that harvested data from approximately 87 million profiles, which was then sold to Cambridge Analytica for targeted advertisements. Jurors determined that Facebook made deceptive statements about safeguarding user data, impacting New Mexico's entire population of over two million people. Additionally, the jury found that Facebook misled the public concerning investigations into third-party app developers who harvested user data following the Cambridge Analica scandal. Facebook, through a Meta spokesperson, stated disagreement with the verdict and plans to defend itself against what it calls efforts to distort its record, arguing that the state's evidence wa...

CarMax Seeks Automotive Technicians for Vehicle Inspection and Repair in Albuquerque

CarMax Seeks Automotive Technicians for Vehicle Inspection and Repair in Albuquerque

CarMax Seeks Automotive Technicians for Vehicle Inspection and Repair in Albuquerque

New Mexico Jury Finds Facebook Liable for Over 43 Million Consumer Protection Violations

New Mexico Jury Finds Facebook Liable for Over 43 Million Consumer Protection Violations

A New Mexico jury has found Facebook, owned by Meta, liable for over 43 million violations of the state's consumer protection law. The verdict, delivered on Friday, concludes a two-week trial in Santa Fe that focused on accusations that Facebook deceived users about privacy protections on its platform. The core of the case revolved around a data breach stemming from a third-party personality quiz that harvested data from approximately 87 million profiles and sold it to Cambridge Analytica, a political consulting firm. The jury sided with prosecutors, determining that Facebook made deceptive statements regarding user data protection that impacted New Mexico's entire population of more than two million people. Additionally, the jury found that Facebook misled the public about its investigations into third-party app developers following the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Attorneys representing the state are seeking the maximum penalty of $5,000 per violation, which could result in Meta owing over $200 billion. ...

I-10 East Closed Near Anthony, New Mexico Following Semi-Truck Rollover

I-10 East Closed Near Anthony, New Mexico Following Semi-Truck Rollover

All lanes on Interstate 10 East near Anthony, New Mexico, were closed following an incident involving a semi-truck rollover. The New Mexico Department of Transportation reported the incident at 5:29 p.m. at mile marker 162. Information regarding the incident is currently limited, but crews on the scene confirmed the presence of a rolled-over semi-truck. This closure has significantly impacted traffic flow on a major interstate highway. The situation is developing, and authorities are working to clear the scene and restore normal traffic conditions.

Film and TV Productions Boost Local Economies Across U.S. States

Film and TV Productions Boost Local Economies Across U.S. States

Film and TV Productions Boost Local Economies Across U.S. States