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NM Office of Superintendent of Insurance issues enhanced protections for Grant Co.
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — The New Mexico Office of Superintendent of Insurance has issued an emergency order for enhanced insurance protections and support for policyholders in fire-impacted areas over the next three months. This comes a day after Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham declared the Trout Fire in Grant County an emergency. Evacuation order issued for residents near Trout Fire, grows to over 24,000 acres The order requires that health insurers provide grace periods for 'premium payments, refill prescriptions early, cover out-of-network services, waive patient cost-sharing and prior authorizations, and cover replacements of essential medical supplies and equipment that were left behind due to evacuations,' according to the NM Office of Superintendent of Insurance. These protections aim to remove financial burdens and administrative hurdles to necessary medical services. In accordance to the order, property insurers are required to provide 'grace periods for premium payment and claims submission, waive deductibles, postpone cancellationsand non-renewals, and suspend late payment fees.' This includes insurers offering homeowner and automobile policies. The Office of Superintendent of Insurance added that most home owner policies cover 'Additional Living Expenses' such as hotels, meals, and other necessities for displaced policyholders. The agency's emergency hotline number for the Trout Fire is 1-833-485-1336. In a separate news release on Wednesday, the Defense Health Agency confirmed that TRICARE beneficiaries in Grant County can receive emergency prescription refills through June 27. To find a network pharmacy, individuals can call 1-877-363-1303 or use their network pharmacy locator. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
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PFAS levels near Holloman AFB at record high
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – New research out of the University of New Mexico shows extreme levels of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination near Holloman Air Force Base. In a recently published article, the UNM researchers report world record concentrations of PFAS in birds and animals at Holloman Lake, a wastewater reservoir for Holloman Air Force Base near Alamogordo. Report reveals record-breaking levels of PFAS at Holloman Lake The contamination spans 30 years and is connected to PFAS foam used by military installations. Researchers said the water, sediment, plants, and animals are all contaminated. They warn that contaminated animals are a risk to hunters and could spread the chemical to other areas. Researchers do not yet know the boundaries of the contamination. They have been studying the area since 2021. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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07-06-2025
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New Mexico launches energy efficiency loan program
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — Companies and nonprofits can now get help from the state to become energy efficient. The Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department has launched a new program providing low-interest loans worth $250,000 to $1 million dollars. Story continues below News: Surveillance video captures crash involving off-duty officer that severely injured man Events: What's happening around New Mexico June 6-12? Albuquerque Pride Parade New Mexico Strange: Holy dirt and healing water: A look at NM's miraculous locations EMNRD received $5.3 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to create the EnergyEfficiency Revolving Loan Fund (EERLF). The program offers loans at a fixed rate of 2% to cover energy efficiency upgrades such as smart thermostats, new HVAC systems, insulation, air sealing, lighting, and building envelope improvements. 'This loan fund is one more way we are supporting Gov. Lujan Grisham's goal of boosting NewMexico's economy while also protecting its environment,' said EMNRD Sec. MelanieKenderdine. 'These loans will ensure the recipients' economic viability by lowering the costsfor building upgrades while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprints.' Eligible organizations include nonprofit or for-profit entities owning or operating commercial buildings that serve a public service, such as education, recreation, healthcare or cultural services. To be eligible, organizations must show half of their revenue is earned in New Mexico, or half of their services are provided in the state. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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27-05-2025
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21 students honored for graduating from PNM's Power Pros program
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers honored 21 students from various cities in New Mexico as they graduated from the PNM Power Pros program. Power Pros is a 15-week career and technical education (CTE) program that prepares students for careers in the electric utility industry. Graduates of the program from ACE Leadership High School, Silver High, Cliff High School, and Cobre Consolidated High School all earned OSHA 10 certification and CTE course credits. City of Albuquerque offers free lunches for children over the summer 'PNM's investment in PNM Power Pros is an investment in our youth, our future, and our state,' said Don Tarry, President and CEO of PNM. 'We are committed to supporting New Mexico schools and communities, and we believe that developing a high-skilled energy workforce is crucial for tomorrow.' More schools in central and southern New Mexico are set to join the program this fall, and Deming High School will add the program to its after-school curriculum. To find out more about the program, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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20-05-2025
- Sport
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LPGA returning to Mexico for first time in 8 years and doing so in historic fashion
The LPGA is back in action this week and holding its final event prior to next week's U.S. Women's Open Championship. While Erin Hills will be all the rage this week, what is happening right now is worth mentioning. We will see the LPGA playing at the 2025 MEXICO Riviera Maya Open at Mayakoba. This marks the LPGA's first trip to Mexico after eight years away and interestingly the event is the first and only that has the brand 'MEXICO' as the title sponsor. Advertisement Notables in the field will include past champions Sei Young Kim, Carlota Ciganda and Christina Kim. Charley Hull will also be in attendance. Clearly though the vent will be highlighted by the eight Mexican golfers in play: Maria Balcazar Maria Fassi Isabella Fierro Fernanda Lira Gaby Lopez Andrea Ostos Carolina Rotzinger Clarisa Temelo Also in the field will be Sophia Popov who is coming off of an incredible Mother's Day win in Arizona on the Epson Tour. Mayakoba may sound familiar if you are a golf fan as the World Wide Technology Championship was long held at El Camaleón where this event will take place. LIV golf also held events on site in both 2023 and 2024. The tournament can be seen on Golf Channel on Thursday and Friday (10am-12pm CT) as well as Saturday (2-5pm CT). Thursday and Friday have action after those windows on NBC Digital while Sunday's final moments can be seen on CBS and Paramount+.
