Six interdisciplinary teams at the University of New Mexico have completed Level 1 of the Grand Challenges program. Their work spans biodiversity research, disaster resilience, and multilingual education, all aimed at improving life in the state.

Hundreds of people remain evacuated due to the TCU Lightning Complex in Stanislaus, Tuolumne, and Calaveras counties. A financial adviser highlights ways to remain prepared for emergencies when wildfires threaten your home and livelihood.