Wildfire Safety: Three firefighters died and two were injured battling the Knowles and Gore fires on the Colorado-Utah border as extreme heat, dry air, and steep terrain keep flames spreading across the West. Cannabis Enforcement: New Mexico’s new cannabis enforcement unit is ramping up statewide investigations to target the black market, with industry leaders watching for results as the bureau grows. Water & Power: Colorado River talks collapsed without a post-deadline management plan, raising stakes for Upper Basin states including New Mexico as Lake Powell’s outlook worsens. Infrastructure & Construction: NMDOT says a US 64/84 roadway rehab in Tierra Amarilla starts July 8 (10 days, lane closures, pilot car). Local Utilities: EIC approved up to $500K for design work on a Quinlan Creek sewer line to unlock north-side development. Agriculture & Animal Health: New World screwworm detections keep expanding, with Texas quarantines tightening and one domestic animal case reported in Lea County, New Mexico. Food Access: Albuquerque’s “Food Is Medicine Produce Fair” delivered free fresh produce to residents facing food insecurity, with nutrition demos and enrollment info. Healthcare Leadership: ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital Lakeshore named Brittani Coffey CEO as the 36-bed facility continues expanding specialized rehab services. Public Policy & Courts: A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from withholding transportation funds over immigration-related conditions.