- New Mexico sets record for daily COVID-19 cases amid surge
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico has set a new record for the number of COVID-19 cases reported in a single day. State health officials reported an additional 1,141 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 49,240 since the pandemic began. New Mexico has been dealing with a surge for weeks now despite having some of the toughest public health restrictions in place, including mandates that call for face coverings and limited interaction with others. The death toll related to the virus also has increased to 1,045 and hospitalizations topped 400 to reach a new high Tuesday. Officials have been concerned about added pressure on the health care system.