US backs easier rules for mining critical minerals
The Trump administration proposed faster permitting and expanded mining on public lands and oceans for dozens of minerals including uranium and cobalt. Interior Secretary Bernhardt said the plan aims to reduce environmental hurdles and boost domestic supplies, while critics accuse it of rewarding industry at public expense.
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Sears closing at Roswell South Main store location
The Sears closing in spring 2017 ends a longtime Roswell employer and retailer. The store opened in February 1957 and once employed about 200 people, shrinking to around 20 at closure amid Sears Holdings bankruptcy. No interview availability for Jenkins yet.
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Storm Leaves Homes Damaged in Hagerman Area Flooding
Bateman said Rain Streets homes on Morgan Street flooded overnight, displacing at least six families as damage rose. Volunteers distributed plywood and sandbags at the Hagerman Dexer J O Y Center while officials assess losses and insurance notes unsettled residents. Weather officials cited hail up to an inch and winds near 70 mph with a possible follow on thunderstorm threat.
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Republicans Resist Tariffs as Trump Seeks Border Policy Plan
Senate Republicans warn against tariffs, fearing higher consumer costs and harm to U S economy and the USMCA trade talks. McConnell Cruz Johnson Grassley and others push back while Mexico seeks to avert tariff measures through talks with U S officials and diplomats. Trump signals mixed messaging on border policy during state visit and faces possible veto if disapproval gains Senate support.
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NM drought flip as wet winter boosts river flows
State climatologist Dave DuBois and State Engineer John D Antonio testified on drought relief and rising reservoir levels in New Mexico. They cited cool temperatures and precipitation above average across most basins, reversing last year's dry trend while warning about ongoing Texas river dispute.
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