AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWildfire Tragedy in the West: Three firefighters died and two were injured battling the Knowles and Gore fires on the Colorado-Utah border as extreme heat, low humidity, and gusty winds keep pushing blazes. The Cottonwood Fire in southwest Utah has already damaged the Eagle Point ski resort and forced closures, with officials calling conditions “bleak.” New Mexico Cannabis Crackdown: New Mexico’s cannabis enforcement unit is hitting the black market statewide, with trained officers now targeting illegal operators that industry says are undercutting legal businesses. Homelessness Enforcement in Santa Fe: Santa Fe police have sharply increased illegal camping charges this year, drawing criticism that the city is effectively criminalizing homelessness. Water Stress and the Colorado River: Negotiations among Colorado River states have stalled, while a new federal study warns Lake Powell could fall below levels needed for power generation. Local Utilities Fight: Southern New Mexico ratepayers are pushing back against an El Paso Electric request that could raise typical bills by more than $40 by 2027. Albuquerque Community Support: A “Food Is Medicine Produce Fair” brought free fresh produce and nutrition resources to residents facing food insecurity.
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