KGLP News
New Mexico artist's hand-crafted red chile tile awaits rediscovery
By Roz Brown, Public News Service
September 11, 2026
Jennell Juarez, a 2025 Bachelor of Fine Arts graduate at New Mexico State University, is the rare family member with a college degree but her legacy is already sealed, literally.
Special benefit plans may cut healthcare expenses for NM seniors
By Roz Brown, Public News Service
September 10, 2026
Enrollment by New Mexico seniors in a program designed to reduce medical costs is lower than expected and experts said a gift this Grandparents Day weekend could be learning if your family members qualify.
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans combine healthcare coverage into one program to lower medical costs, add extra benefits and help manage care.
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'New Mexico is and always will be New Mexico': New Mexico leaders reject viral map
Simone Garber, KOAT
Updated: 6:21 AM MDT Sep 8, 2026
New Mexico leaders are responding to a viral map shared on Truth Social by President Donald Trump over the weekend, which replaced the word "Mexico" in the state's name with "America."
U.S. recall system failing to instill confidence in food safety for New Mexicans
By Roz Brown, Public News Service
September 3, 2026
New Mexicans facing a slew of food safety warnings may choose to tune them out, according to new research.
From pico de gallo made with jalapeño peppers to specialty seasonings, there is much more than shredded lettuce to worry about. But according to the “Food for Thought 2026" report, many consumers are unaware of the recalls. The FDA and the USDA have issued more than 160 product alerts this year.
New Mexico court ruling slows orbit of Project Jupiter
By Roz Brown, Public News Service
August 31, 2026
A New Mexico climate justice organization said emergency rulings by the state Supreme Court related to construction of a massive artificial intelligence data center are a hopeful sign.
The court recently issued two orders to pause a well water permit and a proposed air quality permit for Doña Ana County’s Project Jupiter. Both orders came in response to petitions from environmental groups alleging a lack of due process.
New Gallup public library discussion continues
By Reed Black, KGLP News
August 28, 2026
The Octavia Fellin Public Library (OFPL) has been a Gallup institution for most of modern history. Going through several expansions over the years, the library has been overdue for an upgrade for quite some time, and the staff of the OFPL are ready to start a new chapter for the library.
https://KGLP.podbean.com/e/new-gallup-public-library-discussion-continues/
Drying springs in Arizona jeopardize the future of a key Navajo tradition
By Chris Clements - Heard on NPR's "All Things Considered"
August 24, 2026
For centuries, Navajo shepherds have herded sheep in Arizona's mountains. Now, springs they rely on are drying up, putting a mainstay of the tribe's culture at risk.
‘Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project’ scheduled to begin delivering water to city by end of 2029
By Reed Black, KGLP News
August 20, 2026
The Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project is a major infrastructure project, and it will bring clean and safe drinking water from the San Juan River to Navajo communities across the eastern reservation and the city of Gallup by a 300-mile pipeline.
The massive undertaking is one of the many projects overseen by the Bureau of Reclamation–the federal agency which manages water and power in the West.
Film, television opportunities expand for New Mexico college students
By Rox Brown, Public News Service
August 20, 2026
Most who work in the film industry don't get a sudden "lucky break" but instead succeed through hard work and the National Indian Youth Council wants underserved college students to know what is involved.
Trump administration moves ahead to end roadless rule on national forests
By Susan Montoya Bryan, Associated Press
Updated 1:06 PM MDT, August 18, 2026
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The Trump administration announced Tuesday it is moving ahead with plans to rescind a quarter-century-old rule that blocked logging, road building and other development on national forest lands, drawing the ire of environmentalists nationwide.
https://apnews.com/article/roadless-rule-forests-trump-e80a41e0231aa070313a3484261368f3
'Road to Everywhere' - A Conversation with Navajo Actor and Musician Robert Mirabal
By Tom Maxedon
August 10, 2026
3:20 p.m.
KGLP Station Manager Tom Maxedon interviews the award-winning musician and actor about the new film which is playing in Gallup, NM until Aug. 13, 2026.
104th Annual Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial runs through this weekend
New Mexico court orders Meta to pay $567 million over mental health harms to kids online
By Barbara Ortutay & Wufei Yu
Associated Press
Aug 6, 2026 9:18 PM EDT
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Gallup weighs data center future
By Reed Black
KGLP News
7/31/26
Heading west on Carbon Coal Road, where the pavement ends and the dirt road begins, is the Gallup Energy Logistics Park. Other than that, not much else.
That could change in the near future with the proposed construction of a data center in the area.
https://kglp.podbean.com/e/the-future-of-data-centers-in-gallup/
Gallup City Council holds regular meeting
The next meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026 at 6 p.m.
https://www.gallupnm.gov/AgendaCenter/City-Council-2
https://www.gallupnm.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07282026-1479?html=true
'It got higher, and higher': Businesses hit hard by severe flooding in Gallup (KOAT)
By Faith Egbuonu
Jul 23, 2026
4:31 AM MDT
Residents are recovering from severe flooding in Gallup, New Mexico.
https://www.koat.com/article/floods-businesses-gallup-new-mexico/73236271
Strong rains cause flooding and other damage in the Gallup area
KGLP Staff
July 22, 2026
Original - 7:37 a.m. (MDT)
Updated - 8:43 a.m. (MDT)
Heavy rain Tuesday afternoon in Gallup, New Mexico, and the surrounding area caused strong flooding for several hours.
The storm also produced dangerous lightning, including a discharge that struck a downtown building on the corner of Coal Avenue and Third Street, igniting a fire.
That's according to Gallup Fire Department spokesman Andrew Laweka, who said crews responded to a 1:50 p.m. alarm at the site and encountered a fire in the second floor of the building.
No injuries were reported according to Laweka, who said a full investigation should be completed by Wednesday afternoon.
On an unrelated note, University of New Mexico-Gallup was closed as of noon Tuesday due to a water outage.
According to an electronic alert, the campus will close Wednesday at 9 a.m. due to an ongoing water outage. Updates will be shared via email as they become available.
Students, faculty and staff should call 505-863-7500 for more information on Thursday.
(This is a developing story).
University of New Mexico-Gallup temporarily shuts down due to water shortage.
KGLP Staff
Jul 21, 2026
12:00 PM (MDT)
UNM-Gallup will be closed at 12:00 PM Tuesday 07/21 due to a water outage. The campus will reopen and resume regular business hours Wednesday 07/22.
New Mexico offers grants to fill gaps in rural healthcare (Public News Service)
New Mexico offers grants to fill gaps in rural healthcare
By Roz Brown
Jul 20, 2026
Heavy rainfall leads to major flooding in Gallup (KOAT)
The city of Gallup posted incredible video of flooding that happened Thursday evening due to scattered storms in west New Mexico
By Micheal Bolger
Updated: 4:36 AM MDT Jul 17, 2026
https://www.koat.com/article/heavy-rainfall-flooding-gallup/73166982
Cities like Gallup along famed Route 66 celebrate its history (KGLP)
6/25/26
By Reed Black and Tom Maxedon
Route 66, also known as “The Mother Road,” has hosted travelers across the American West over the last 100 years for a variety of pursuits. Some, purely for exploration and adventure. Others to make a living, or even to entertain audiences.
KGLP listeners desire more local news
KGLP already brings you comprehensive international, national and regional news from our partners at BBC, NPR and Native America Calling. Recent listener surveys and interviews conducted by station personnel online and in-person show a strong desire for building a local Gallup newsroom.
The recent June 1 launch of the KGLP Member Drive is designed to boost funding for such.
More info about how to make a financial gift of support for this endeavor can be found at: