A man arrested late Monday afternoon for a criminal trespass warrant on Boston Hill is a person of interest in the investigation of Monday’s fire in the popular Silver City outdoor space. Several small grass fires reported just before 5 p.m. Monday burned an area that grew to 10.5 acres,

Multiple organizations are combining forces Saturday, April 19, at the City of Socorro Rodeo and Sports Complex to make this Easter weekend the most exciting yet.

Every 25 years, the global Catholic Church celebrates a Jubilee Year—an occasion marked by pilgrimages, reflection, and spiritual renewal. As part of the 2025 Jub… Read moreSan Miguel, pilgrimage site for 2025

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The event’s new location in Gough Park and some nice weather Saturday helped make the Give Grandly! day of giving a success, one of the organizers said. “The Gough Park location, everybody’s coming down for the Farmers’ Market and it’s just more leveraging other

It’s been a year and some change since ground broke on a new affordable housing project in Socorro. According to El Camino Real Housing Authority Executive Director Mary Ann Chavez-Lopez, the new Vista de Socorro is a 32-unit apartment comple…

I remember two things from the first year that we harvested walnuts. One, our clothes and hands were black, which served as a good reminder to wear old clothing and gl…

Socorro County commissioners approved the annual certified maintained mileage report for 2025 at their March 25 meeting.

Socorro community members asked the city during public input if they would consider a dialog regarding opening the city pool year-round at their regular meeting last week.

Thirty volunteers rolled up their sleeves on Saturday morning to clean up trash and make updates to Otero Park, Sandbar Park and Bosque Park.

Pope Francis, leader of the Catholic faithful, died Monday at his residence in the Vatican, just one day after appearing at St. Peter’s Square to offer a public Easter blessing. He was 88.

The city will start its four days of input gathering and presentations from Roswell inhabitants, ending with residents’ ideas being added to the concepts created for t…

The banking status of Socorro City was discussed in last week’s meeting.

New Mexico’s top adult mental health services official on Wednesday laid out a timeline for rebuilding the state’s systems for addressing mental health challenges, including substance use disorder. At a public health conference in Albuquerque, Health Care Authority Behavioral Health Services Division Director Nick Boukas detailed how mental health treatment

AZTEC – The 2025 live dirt track racing season at Aztec Speedway appears to be paused, according to a post released last week on the track’s social media page. According to the Aztec Speedway page on Facebook, the track’s current season, which was slated to resume on Memorial Day weekend,

Silver Schools learned Tuesday that the federal $5 million mental health grant it received in 2023 has been discontinued beyond the current year. A report from The Associated Press on Wednesday said the Education Department had canceled $1 billion in school mental health grants across the country. According to a

With spring in full swing, the Socorro Farmers Market has moved outdoors to the historic plaza last Saturday, May 3, just in time to usher in another vibrant seas… Read moreSocorro farmers market ushers in new growth

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell's graduation ceremonies will be held Friday at the Pearson Auditorium, located on the north side of the New Mexico Military Insti…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Among the nonprofits taking part in this year’s Give Grandly! are several animal welfare organizations, some of which will be participating in the annual fundraising event for the first time. Several of them said that while any money they raise will be a big

The Otero Fire was first reported at approximately 5 p.m. on the eastern side of Socorro, adjacent to the banks of the Rio Grande. Thick plumes of smoke and flames were visible, capturing the attention of residents throughout the area.

In the early hours of February 28, Trisha Lopez was awakened by her six-month-old puppy barking. When she and her husband, Alvaro Lopez, went outside to investigate, they detected the smell of smoke.

Catron County is scheduled to hold a special meeting at 10 a.m. on April 3 to consider a resolution to declare an emergency due to the extreme continual injury and damage caused by the Mexican Grey Wolves.

Muchos residentes en el área de Roswell sintieron el sismo a las 7:47pm, el sábado pasado. El terremoto de 5.4 en la escala de Richter ocurrió…

Berrendo Middle School in Roswell was briefly placed on lockdown Thursday morning, prompted by a report that a student at the school possibly …

Last Tuesday, the Magdalena School board unanimously voted to offer Dr. George Bickert, a former Ruidoso Municipal School superintendent, a two-year contract for … Read moreMagdalena selects new superintendent

A southeast New Mexico lawmaker claims that the state will face “absolutely no federal funding cuts" if state and local entities were to compl…

At last week’s City of Socorro meeting, Mayor Ravi Bhasker announced he would prepare documents to formally request from the New Mexico Department of Transportation to reduce the city’s ambulance service area to Socorro city limits if the cou…

As dawn broke on Saturday morning, a spirited group of 33 runners assembled on a mesa along the Quebradas Byway. They prepared to navigate 33 miles of rocky terrain, with stretches of sandy arroyos and ridgelines.

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The Socorro County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) met on Thursday, March 27, at the Socorro Convention Center to conduct a tabletop exercise designed to prepare key responders for an active school shooter scenario.

New Mexico health officials on Wednesday reported the first measles case in Curry County, afflicting an infant, and warned of possible exposures last week at a social services office and Walmart. Additionally, three more measles cases emerged in Lea County, bringing New Mexico’s case total to 71. Health officials have

The city council and mayor heard a presentation by Jason Everett last week at their regular meeting regarding fire and emergency services.

KIRTLAND – Kirtland Central senior Bryle Matthews is ready to take his athletic skills to the next level, signing his letter of intent to join the football program while attending Nebraska Wesleyan University. Matthews, a multi-sport athlete who headlined the Broncos offense in each of his last two seasons in

Students at three universities across New Mexico have had their student visas revoked by the U.S. Department of State, the schools confirmed Tuesday.

On Saturday, members of the Fire Departments from Midway, North Socorro County, Magdalena, the Very Large Array (VLA), and Pie Town met at the Magdalena Fire Station for an auto extrication training exercise. This collaborative effort focused…

At the March 11 Socorro County meeting, Julie Griego, county assessor, recommended that veterans check their notice values, scheduled to be mailed out on April 1, to ensure they receive their full $10,000 exemption.

Mayor Richard Rumpf broke ties at the Magdalena village meeting last week over two agenda items: one to approve a conference in Las Vegas and another to increase the starting pay for the marshal’s department.

AZTEC – The Aztec High softball team will open its participation in the Class 4A state tournament Friday at 6 p.m. with a play-in game at home against Albuquerque Academy. Meantime, Kirtland Central will be on the road Friday, traveling to Silver High School and a play-in game against St.

As of Friday, April 11, Socorro Electric Cooperative (SEC) customers who draw their power from the Magdalena Substation will no longer experience scheduled outages from the 69kv/Magdalena Substation Project.

Cheryl Dailey, a staff accountant for Beasley, Mitchell & Co., presented audit results from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, to the Village of Magdalena at the… Read moreLack of proper approvals in Village audit

La Mesa Directiva del Instituto Militar de Nuevo Mexico (NMMI) se reunió el miércoles de la semana pasada. Los miembros aprobaron dos ordenes de proyectos y optó por permitir a un candidato asistir al Colegio Junior NMMI, el cual sería de muy avanzada edad para estudiar ahí.

County commissioners voted unanimously for an ordinance that allow appointed officials to be eligible for training and certification program rewards that vary from $250 to $3,000 depending on specified trainings in the ordinance.

After experiencing multiple relocations throughout the years, the Socorro Friends of the Library (FOL) has proudly established a permanent home for their beloved bookstore in a spacious new building.

The youngest motorcyclist shows off his tiny ride in the Roswell Mall parking lot before the start of last Saturday's Motorcycle Awareness Month motorcade. Safety is …

ALBUQUERQUE – The Navajo Prep boys and girls track and field teams will be looking for championship efforts this weekend at the University of New Mexico track and soccer complex in the first of two weekend meets presented by the New Mexico Activities Association. The NMAA Class A through 3A

The Bayard City Council last week postponed its consideration of the joint powers agreement for the Grant County Regional Dispatch Authority over concerns it did not specify the percentage of costs the city is expected to contribute to its operations. Central Dispatch is funded by a portion of Grant County’s

Folks have the chance to help a lot of New Mexicans struggling with hunger, and it's as easy as checking your mail.

After at least seven livestock animals were killed by a wolf or wolves in central New Mexico over the last year, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service killed an endangered Mexican gray wolf last week.

Last week was quite a noteworthy one for the Magdalena baseball team.

The Catron County courthouse exceeded capacity, with approximately 150 attendees crowding the courtroom and hallways during an emergency meeting on Thursday morning.

Consolidating two elementary schools in the Silver Consolidated School District could eliminate up to $10 million in needed capital improvements, but the district is also looking at options that would keep one or both of the schools open. Superintendent William Hawkins reported to the Board of Education at its meeting

Two men are wanted on warrants for allegedly beating a man over a debt and breaking his teeth with a rifle while a third man was arrested in mid-April on a warrant.

Socorro City Council agreed to form a committee of two city councilors to meet with two county commissioners to negotiate funding for emergency services.

Manuel Gonzales, the new CEO of Socorro Electric Cooperative, was the keynote speaker at the Socorro Electric Co-op 80th annual meeting on Saturday. Read moreSocorro Electric Co-op annual meeting, short one for quorum

Catron County voted to amend its disaster declaration on Tuesday.

Amidst upheavals in public land management, budget proposals to cut millions in funding from conservation and an amendment by House Republicans approving the sale of federal lands in two states, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday announced a new bipartisan public

About 250 middle school students gathered on Thursday at the Socorro Convention Center for the fourth annual Youth Summit hosted by SCOPE Health Council, transfor… Read moreYouth Summit empowers student positivity

The U.S. Forest Service began using the slogan “Only you can prevent forest fires” 78 years ago, and for the last week, a special team of Forest Service employees has been in the area to help reinforce that message. The National Fire Prevention Education Team has been attending various events

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The first of several delayed audits of the Cobre Consolidated School District is complete, showing 11 findings for fiscal year 2022 — including six of the highest severity. The audit also reports, however, that in the intervening three years, corrections have been made to

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On Saturday, April 5, Socorro was among the over 1,300 US and international cities to host a Hands Off rally in protest of the current presidential administration.

The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) announced recently that more than 78% of students in the 2024 cohort, those who began ninth grade in the 2020-21 schoo…

Eight people spoke up during public comment at the Socorro County Commission meeting last Tuesday, concerned that their roads were going to be removed from the county road maintenance list.

President Donald Trump’s newly released spending proposal identifies more than $600 million to be cut from “woke” grant programs overseen by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. That budget proposal, which needs Congressional approval, does not specify which programs or grants would be axed but says the cuts would enable FEMA

A man arrested on a trespass warrant during last week’s fire on Boston Hill remains in custody, and is now facing an arson charge and a competency hearing in two other cases against him. After an arraignment for John Elizalde on Friday on his Boston Hill criminal trespass arrest, Grant

A YouTube content creator with the handle of Press ON Unleashed was released May 1 from the San Juan County Detention Center and was ordered to appear May 15 in Farmington Municipal Court. David Durant Cook, 47, of Hunstville, Alabama, would not provide authorities with his name when he was

Socorro Mayor Ravi Bhasker told Socorro County Manager Andy Lotrich that there was no room for negotiation regarding the City’s request for the county to fund salaries for three EMS firefighter positions.

The New Mexico Public Regulations Committee (PRC) voted unanimously on appointing Co-Hearing examiners to consider mechanisms for recovering fines accrued by Soco… Read more‘How do you push a rope?’ PRC tackles SEC non-compliance

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Albuquerque Public Schools is bringing back its substance prevention, resources and empowerment expo, better known as SPREE. Friday's event will be from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Berna Facio Professional Development Center, at 3315 Louisiana Boulevard NE, at the intersection with Comanche Road. This is

Socorro County settled two million dollars in a lawsuit for the alleged civil and constitutional rights violation of Jessie Chavez, an inmate at the Socorro County detention Center.

On Thursday, March 13, a crowd gathered at the Socorro County Annex Building to celebrate the opening of the region’s new America’s Job Center office. Guests were welcomed with light refreshments and mingled from booth to booth. The occasion,…

International scientific colleagues, universities, state and local representatives gathered on Friday afternoon to witness the handover ceremony for the prototype of the Next Generation antennae (ngVLA) at the Very Large Array.

A Grant County sheriff’s deputy is scheduled to appear in court this morning for a preliminary examination on four charges of aggravated assault on a peace officer and extreme cruelty to animals, after a fellow deputy reported his co-worker had killed a baby rabbit, and had pointed his stun gun

Senator Crystal Brantley (R) and representatives Rebecca Dow (R) and Gail Armstrong (R) reflected on their experiences of the last legislative session.

KIRTLAND – Kirtland Central head basketball coaches Devon Manning and Isaiah Valdez can best be described as active when leading their respective teams into battle on the court. Manning, who has led the Kirtland Central girls team to four consecutive appearances in the Class 4A state championship game, is sometimes

An increasing number of American farmers are turning away from growing organic. America’s certified organic acreage fell almost 11% between 2019 and 2021. Numerous far…

Two people are dead after reportedly being shot by U.S. Marshals, who were serving a warrant on wanted individual. The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office identified the deceased as Brandon Roe, 37, and Breanna Wilkerson, 25, both of Farmington. Roe was wanted on two warrants for failing to appear in

One hurdle to achieving a high school equivalency certificate will be removed next month when the New Mexico Higher Education Department starts providing free tests to qualifying residents. House Bill 167, sponsored by Rep. Joy Garratt (D-Albuquerque), requires the state department to waive test costs for New Mexico residents who

As we head into summer and the accompanying party season, it’s nice to have a few extra recipes on hand for baked goods that can sit out in the heat and not spoil, unlike so many other goods brought to a cookout.

Lt. Governor Howie Morales, who is acting governor while Michelle Lujan Grisham is in Asia, visited the Otero Fire on Monday, April 28, in Socorro.

Social media has been buzzing and overflowing with reactions from people since the announcement was made.

The interaction adds to the questions being raised about the Democratic senator's mental health and behavior.

Everyone has been taking in the moment, celebrating the new leader of the Catholic Church.

What Webber didn't discuss: Whether he plans to seek a third term in the November election, joining a crowded field of candidates.

The ruling reverses a New Mexico Court of Appeals ruling in a case filed by a longtime Corrections Department employee.

A stolen hot dog truck will be serving up franks once again after Albuquerque Police Department officers located the vehicle at a smoke shop in the International … Read moreBack in glizzy-ness: Stolen hot dog truck recovered by police

The Albuquerque Public Schools is set to spend more than ever despite an enrollment decline of more than 20,000 students over the past decade after its budget for… Read moreAlbuquerque Public Schools board passes largest budget to date despite enrollment decline

The motion comes after the species was listed as threatened and endangered in 2022. That decision has since been challenged.

Visitors to the cathedral in Santa Fe said the occasion felt momentous, and they hoped the new pontiff would continue the work of his predecessor.

Chandler discusses the changes and compromises that were implemented to the most recent version of the paid family and medical leave bill and shares her thoughts on the path forward.

Views that once inspired famed late artist Georgia O'Keeffe surround this Abiquiu property that was once home to actress Marsha Mason and is now a horse's paradise. Read more$16M Abiquiu equestrian estate once belonged to Golden Globe-winning actress

Indigenous people across North America are demanding sustained responses to violence in their communities. Monday was Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness…

Because nurses contribute to health in multifaceted ways as educators, innovators and caregivers, and are an essential part of our healthcare system, the New Mexico De…

An infant who public health officials said was too young to receive a vaccine is the first confirmed case of measles in Curry County.

The U.N. and aid groups have rejected Israel’s moves to control aid distribution. It wasn't immediately clear if the new proposal would ease those concerns.

The ACLU of New Mexico says the state Correction Department's Predatory Behavioral Management Program is just another name for state-sanctioned torture.

A story on Page A-8 published Friday, May 2, 2025, about the New Mexico Corrections Department leaving the Lea County Correctional Facility in…

The Defense Department will then begin going through medical records to identify others who haven’t come forward.

The research shows that from 2006 to 2020, fires made worse by climate change contributed to about 15,000 U.S. deaths due to exposure to tiny particles.

A crash involving at least four vehicles temporarily shut down northbound Interstate 25 north of the Glorieta exit, near the boundary between San Miguel County and Santa Fe County. The crash occurred earlier this afternoon, May 8. Severe weather conditions created hazardous driving conditions. The New Mexico Department of Transportation

Awards will be announced in late June and doled out in July. Read moreVisit Albuquerque opens Tourism Grant Program applications

Republicans have not won a statewide election in New Mexico since 2016. Lack of talent is one reason. Laziness is another.

There's a new way to explore Albuquerque's craft beer scene, and all you need is a smartphone, and maybe some thirsty friends.

There's a lot of uncertainty in the financial world. Between rising tariffs and a volatile stock market, even seasoned investors are getting concerned.

BERNALILLO — A Rio Rancho man accused of fatally shooting a local couple in June 2023 at his neighbor's property and moving their bodies claimed self-defense Thur… Read moreAccused man claims self-defense in murder trial testimony: "they left me no choice"

LAS CRUCES, N.M. — A fatal shooting investigation is underway after shots were fired near a middle school in Las Cruces.The shooting resulted in one man dying and another hurt with non-life-threatening injuries. Police said it happened on Walnut Street around 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 8. Advertisement Your neighborhood: Local

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called the ceasefire a “farce" as the Ukrainian parliament unanimously approved a minerals deal with the U.S.

LEA COUNTY, N.M. — A magnitude 3.6 earthquake was measured in southeast New Mexico near Eunice.>>> Video above: Earthquakes rock southern New Mexico Advertisement According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake was centered near Eunice at 12:24 p.m.It was the first of two earthquakes measured in New Mexico on

Salt Lake City created new flag designs while Boise made the traditional pride flag one of the city’s official flags.

Array Technologies reported financial wins for the first quarter of 2025, exceeding its own expectations. Read moreArray Technologies reports strong first quarter results, projects long-term confidence

Pakistan said it shot down several drones. India said it “neutralized” Pakistan’s attempts to hit military targets. It was not possible to verify all of the claims.

U.S. Marshals opened fired Wednesday night while executing a warrant.

LAS CRUCES, N.M. — KOAT is receiving more body cam footage of the moments Las Cruces police officers arrested Tomas Rivas, Josiah Ontiveros and Gustavo Dominquez-Puga for the mass shooting at Young Park back in March 2025.In the new video released, we were also able to obtain phone footage of

Cardinal Robert Prevost, an American missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, was elected the first Amer…

A new U.S. government study provides the most complete picture yet of early-onset cancers, defined as cancer diagnosed before age 50. The findings were published Thursday in the journal Cancer Discovery. Scientists from the National Cancer Institute looked at data that included more than 2 million cancers diagnosed in people

The restaurant inspections took place April 28-May 2. Read moreNot-so-smoothie operation red-tagged for rodent droppings

In his first words as Pope Francis’ successor, he emphasized peace, dialogue and missionary evangelization.

Hollywood is pulling out the stops this summer movie season, which kicks off with the release of Marvel’s “Thunderbolts*.”

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Viewers sent in videos of what appears to be a possible landspout tornado that formed in Albuquerque.Share with us: Upload your photos and videos via uLocal Advertisement The locations provided were near 98th Street in southwest Albuquerque. The videos were sent to KOAT on Wednesday, Jan. 29.Stay

An Albuquerque man was arrested in Rio Rancho Tuesday for allegedly robbing a local convenience store. Read moreMan arrested for Circle K robbery

The 80th V-E Day anniversary marking the end of World War II is being celebrated with parades in London and Paris, but is haunted by war in Ukraine.

Two lanes are closed on eastbound Interstate 40 at the Big I due to a crash near I-40 and University. Read moreTwo eastbound I-40 lanes shut down by the Big I due to crash

As a ridge of high pressure aloft builds west of New Mexico, a series of disturbances will track southward over the forecast area.

SANTA FE, N.M. — A new bill passed by the legislature and signed by the governor will give students more options for graduate school.The Graduate Scholarship Act adjusts the criteria for eligibility for the Graduate Scholarship to provide flexibility for students pursuing a degree for graduate school. Advertisement The bill

This bulldozer of love is everybody’s boyfriend, Bowie: the only thing bigger than his head is his heart. Bowie is 80 lbs. of pot roast perfection. This beefy boy was born to bring big love to every creature he meets. On his daily strolls in and out of the shelter,

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Albuquerque police have arrested a man with felony warrants after he threw a dog at an officer and tried to flee. Police say officers found a man loitering outside of a gas station at 3601 Candelaria Road in northeast Albuquerque on May 5. Police noted there was

Nicholas Roybal-Martinez, of Medanales, has been ordered to report to pre-trial services

Dr. Elaine Rodriquez Dr. Elaine Rodriquez Known for her dedication to mentoring and advocating for others, Elaine Rodriquez spent the last few weeks of her life looking out for the wellbeing of her students. Rodriquez, the head of the history and political science department at New Mexico Highlands University and

Area high school students were honored Tuesday night during the annual Super Scholars Awards Banquet sponsored by Century Bank.

Rio Arriba County's Top Law Enforcement Official Was Laid to Rest Thursday in Chimayó

The New Mexico Department of Justice has found the City of Española to be out of compliance with the state’s Information and Public Records Act for its failure to accurately respond to a request for copies of insurance-related documents.

The Española Fire Department and Training Facility is officially open and ready to serve Northern New Mexico after a multi-year renovation and building project.

The Española Del Taco location is officially closed as of April 27 and city leaders are in disagreement over what caused it.

Details of Rio Arriba County Sheriff Billy Merrifield’s last hours before he was found in his patrol vehicle outside his house on April 20, have become a little clearer after the release of an initial 911 call.

A crew of climbers hauled out old appliances, mattresses and other junk people have tossed into the Rio Pueblo de Taos Gorge over the past 50 years.

SILVER CITY — Among the nonprofits taking part in this year’s Give Grandly! are several animal welfare organizations, some of which will be participating in the annual…

Little dog lovers this beaut is Blanca. She’s an 11-month-old long-haired Chihuahua with a tender heart and gentle soul. Though shy at first, she’s quietly curious and full of potential. With a calm home and a patient heart, blondie Blanca will blossom into the loyal companion she’s meant to be.

When a person falls ill or dies, what becomes of their pets?

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DEA News: WASHINGTON, D.C. — DEA and nearly 4,500 law enforcement agencies joined forces last month to dispose of more than 620,000 pounds of unneeded and expired medications in an effort to prevent drug misuse and abuse. The spring collection event marked DEA’s 28th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

Now if there were only more of them. That was one reaction from Mr. and Mrs. New Mexico as US Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the biggest fentanyl bust in US history in which four million fentanyl pills and other drugs and cash were confiscated across five states, including a

ESPAÑOLA — The New Mexico Department of Justice has found the city of Española to be out of compliance with the state’s Information and Public Records Act (IPRA) for i…

Officials say 71 National Guard members will soon help Albuquerque police with certain tasks, some possibly this week.

Economic Development Director Johanna Nelson says she hopes the process of developing a plan can be completed by the end of 2025.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A fire in the northern Gila National Forest was sparked and driven by Sunday’s weather conditions, but Mother Nature has since provided some moisture to help firefighters keep it from growing. Wednesday’s press release from the U.S. Forest Service on the Iron Fire listed

Interviewing Craig Martin and Drew Wyman. Courtesy photo Field trip to Perimeter Trail to Collect data on tree growth. Courtesy photo LAPS News: Did you know next week marks the 25th anniversary of the Cerro Grande Fire? Ms. B’s 2nd grade class at Mountain Elementary School wanted to learn more

The 5-year-old helpline's central credo: No health question is too outlandish for the staff to handle.

PAJARITO News: Treat the moms in your life to something truly special—brunch with a view! Join us Sunday, May 11, at the Pajarito Mountain Café for a Mother’s Day Brunch featuring an irresistible menu of elevated breakfast favorites: Whether you’re fueling up for a hike or just soaking in the

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Carrying a physical card can be riskier than using tap-to-pay options, according to crime expert Paul Szych. If you do need to use your card, there are several ways to protect yourself.One key tip is to always cover your hand when entering your PIN. Advertisement "You never

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A 12-person jury returned a “not guilty” verdict for second-degree homicide but split 50–50 over a voluntary manslaughter charge.

New LAHS Principal Eric Ziegler LAPS News: Los Alamos Public Schools(LAPS) has announced that Eric Ziegler has been selected as the new principal at Los Alamos High School. “After many interviews and an extensive search process, Mr. Ziegler stood out as the candidate that had the skills and experience needed

A number of merchants filed a lawsuit arguing the shelter created a nuisance by enticing homeless people to the neighborhood.

PEEC News: The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to enjoy a night of adventure, romance, and laughs at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium Saturday, May 24, 2025, for a special screening of the beloved film The Princess Bride. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., with the movie

It’s the first time Native Fashion Week has meant two separate events, both hitting Santa Fe with fashion shows, parties and more.

Courtesy photo ART News: A panel of students from St. John’s College Santa Fe will discuss the relationship between science and art in the philosophy of Martin Heidegger at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, May 10. Five students will be sharing their insights on this fascinating topic against the backdrop of our

See what's happening in and around Santa Fe this weekend.

Así Se Baila Ballet Folklorico is one of the many entertainment acts performing on Saturday at the MatanzaFest and Cinco de Mayo Festival. This year's location is at t…

Since the launch of the new Mega Millions game on April 8, there has been a significant increase in non-jackpot prizes.

This weekend marked the 25th anniversary of the start of the Cerro Grande Fire. A prescribed burn lit during a period of dry weather, the fire…

New Mexico National Guard troops are set to deploy to Albuquerque on Memorial Day weekend.

NEW MEXICO SUPREME COURT News: SANTA FE — Whistleblowing must benefit the public for a governmental employee to be protected against retaliation by their employer, the state Supreme Court ruled today. The Court’s unanimous decision clarified the legal standard for determining whether a public employee who discloses alleged governmental misconduct

Robert Francis Prevost, Pope Leo XIV From the Office of Speaker Javier Martínez: SANTA FE – Following the selection of American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the new pope to lead the Catholic Church, New Mexico House Speaker Javier Martínez (D-Albuquerque) issued the following statement: “This is a joyful and

Grants man was not listed in any law enforcement database when he sexually assaulted a 13-year-old girl in Albuquerque.

Reaction is mixed among business owners to the deployment of troops alongside Albuquerque police officers.

ACRR News: Tuesday’s Race, scheduled at 6 p.m., May 6, was cancelled due to weather. This race will probably be held again in another month to month-in-a half. Next week’s race will be out on North Mesa at the Kwage Trailhead by the playground, which can be gotten by turning

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexico continues to face a major nursing shortage, impacting nearly every area of the field. Nurses play a critical role not only through their medical expertise, but also through their consistent presence in hospitals, clinics and communities. Research shows that the time nurses spend at the

Director of Surgical Services James Maxey presents Infection Prevention/Employee Health Nurse Joyce Richins with a root beer float today at Los Alamos Medical Center during a celebration to honor nurses as part of National Nurse Week. Included with the floats was a special card for each nurse saying ‘Thanks for

A Flanged Tritium Waste Container (FTWC) is a stainless-steel certified pressure vessel designed for long-term storage of tritium-contaminated waste items. The Laboratory is planning to vent headspace gases from four of these containers in June. Courtesy/LANL By KIRSTEN LASKEY Los Alamos Daily Post kirsten@ladailypost.com Four flanged tritium waste containers (FTWCs)

A Silver City cannabis business got the go-ahead from the town’s Planning and Zoning Commission to expand into a neighboring former restaurant, and to use its kitchen to manufacture cannabis products. The commission voted 4-0 at its meeting Tuesday evening to approve a conditional use permit for Class II and

Native Plant Sale Fundraiser 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 17, at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC PEEC News: Bee City Los Alamos invites the community to its Native Plant Sale Fundraiser 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 17, at the Los Alamos Nature Center. This event is free

The Los Alamos County Community Services is a finalist for 2025 National Gold Medal presented by the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration. Los Alamos Daily Post file photos By KIRSTEN LASKEY Los Alamos Daily Post kirsten@ladailypost.com Los Alamos County Community Services Department earned an award that, in its

The newspaper requested numerous records related to private security guards authorized to patrol city streets, many of them armed.

We are in a revolutionary moment.

With the new case in Curry County and three more in Lea County, there are 71 measles cases reported in New Mexico, the Health Department said.

COUNTY News: Two Los Alamos County Councilors will host a booth 9-11 a.m. beginning May 22 on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Farmers Market at Ashley Pond Park, 2200 Trinity Drive. Marketgoers are encouraged to stop by and chat about current issues, projects or other topics. Summer

People who live near the Paseo Del Norte and Tramway intersection say it's too dangerous and something needs to be done.

Deputy Chief James Rodriguez LAPD News: The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) will host its annual memorial ceremony at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 15, as part of National Police Week. The ceremony will take place in the north parking lot of the Los Alamos Justice Center at 2500 Trinity Drive.

U.S. SENATE News: WASHINGTON, D.C. — Wednesday, U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), and Peter Welch (D-VT) introduced the Testing and Evaluation Systems for Trusted Artificial Intelligence (TEST) AI Act of 2025, legislation to improve the federal government’s capacity to test

Councilors voted unanimously to adopt the measure, part of a suite of efforts to improve traffic safety in Los Alamos County.

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By PAIGE KNIGHT NM Voices for Children’s Director of Research Children and families throughout New Mexico deserve access to affordable health care and nutritious food. However, Congressional Republicans are pushing for harsh cuts to Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and other programs that working families need to make

In a moment of profound significance for the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, white smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel this afternoon, signaling that the College of Cardinals has successfully elected a new pope, Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago, Illinois. He has chosen the name of Leo XIV.

The city received $525,000 for a new fire engine and $1.9 million for a new ladder truck — items that weren't on the city's legislative wishlist.

The dog was unharmed and returned to its owner, while the suspect was taken into custody at a nearby apartment complex.

Suspect tries to force credit union customers to give him money and ends up getting shot in the leg by a man in the ATM line.

Maryah Montoya, community services director for Help New Mexico and Chicanos por la Causa, right, hands a certificate to Maryann Coca, during a Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Recognition ceremony on April 30 at the George Salazar Center. Maryah Montoya, community services director for Help New Mexico and Chicanos por

Albuquerque – On May 5th, 2025, officers in the Northeast Area Command spotted a male loitering outside a DK Gas Station located at 3601 Candelaria Road NE. Directly above where the man was standing was a no trespassing sign posted on the business. An officer made contact with the man,

House Speaker Mike Johnson is running into resistance from centrist GOP lawmakers opposed to ending health care coverage for constituents.

On Friday, Saturday and Sunday to celebrate Mother’s Day, the Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society is offering a “Name Your Price” ado…

SANTA FE — Duke Rodriguez, one of New Mexico’s most successful cannabis entrepreneurs and a former health care executive, is weighing a bid for governor. Read moreCannabis executive and former cabinet secretary considering run for governor; would face Hull in primaries

The proposal prompted outrage from Democrats and environmental groups who called the plan a betrayal that could lead to increased drilling, mining and logging in the West.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Albuquerque’s status as an “immigrant-friendly” city is once again a focal point in the city’s mayoral race—this time with tens of millions of dollars in federal funding hanging in the balance.The renewed scrutiny follows a recent executive order from former President Donald Trump, which calls for cutting

Travelers without the updated document were still allowed to move through security easily.

DEMING, N.M. — Warning: Details of this report and video may be disturbingAs of Monday, May 5, 2025, Melvin Cordell, 50, and Valerie Cordell, 41, have entered "not guilty" pleas following a monthslong investigation into allegations of child abuse and sex crimes involving eight children inside of their household in

Three former Memphis officers have been acquitted of all state charges, including second-degree murder, in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after he ran away from a traffic stop.

LAS CRUCES, N.M. — Dzaki Sukarno is a country singer and songwriter based in Las Cruces, hoping to promote New Mexico as he moves his way through the industry. KOAT profiled Sukarno for May's Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.Sukarno's parents are Indonesian. He says, "I ended

A DNA analysis of 13 living Picuris Pueblo members has confirmed what oral histories have long foretold: the Picuris possess familial roots to…

Police have identified the driver who passed away after what reports from witnesses indicate was a high speed crash on Kit Carson Road last Th…

Nearly $400 million in AmeriCorps federal grant funding was immediately terminated April 29, dismantling more than 1,000 community programs an…

The new team will play in Rio Rancho starting next year. This is part of the Eastern Conference Hockey League’s western expansion.

The news industry moves at a fast pace. Geoffrey Plant, after a brief stint as interim editor of the Taos News, accepted the permanent positio…

1. Police investigate fatal crash on Kit Carson Road Police are investigating what reports from witnesses indicate was a high speed crash on K…

This week on "Voices of Taos," join Sports Editor Blynn Beltran as he talks with Hafid Valencia, former head coach for the Taos High School va…

At their regular meeting last Wednesday (April 30), the Holy Cross Medical Center board of directors approved a new Community Health Needs Ass…

Questa officials want their constituents’ suggestions on how their money is spent. The Village of Questa Council held a special meeting on Apr…

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from April 28 –May 4, 2025. Animals currently in care: 32 Intakes: 1…

An interactive arts festival, the production of the Wagner opera “Die Walküre” and a month-long celebration of jazz are just a few of the crea…

Miguel Martinez didn’t let a little — or even a lot — of rain get in the way of a fly-fishing session on the Rio Grande near the John Dunn Bri…

All prescribed fires ignited last fall and winter are now out, according to Carson National Forest fire managers. Fire crews have been patroll…

BERNALILLO — A Rio Rancho man accused of fatally shooting a local couple at his neighbor's property and moving their bodies to his residence in June 2023 faced a … Read moreTrial begins for man accused of killing couple in 2023

City leaders already raised fees for out-of-state visitors, but now, they want to increase ticket prices for New Mexicans. They say it’s all about the animals.

Robert Francis Prevost is the new pope and has taken the name Leo XIV. He is the second American pope in history.

A story on Page A-1 published Tuesday, May 7, 2025, about the city's affordable housing plans for the upcoming fiscal year incorrectly stated…

They occurred as Russia prepared to receive the Chinese president and other foreign leaders for the annual Victory Day military parade in Red Square.

President Donald Trump’s newly released spending proposal identifies more than $600 million to be cut from “woke” grant programs overseen by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. That budget proposal, which needs Congressional approval, does not specify which programs or grants would be axed but says the cuts would enable FEMA

The theme park will be built and operated by a local developer, but Disney will handle the design and development.

As we head into the morning hours Wednesday, the concerns will turn to low stratus clouds and fog.

The smoke billowed out some four hours after 133 cardinals solemnly entered the Sistine Chapel, took their oaths of secrecy and formally opened the centuries-old ritual to elect a successor to Pope Francis to lead the 1.4 billion-member church.

Ziggy’s Frozen Yogurt reopened its doors Saturday (May 3), when crowds flocked to the sound of whirring froyo machines and the delights of a t…

Vehicles packed the side of NM 522 on Questa’s south side Saturday (May 3) as farmer and entrepreneur Michael Nezi celebrated the grand openin…

The Destination Stewardship Network recently got a new face: Jessie Hook will spearhead the network as the recently hired manager, Taos MainSt…

Spay Taos announced this week the successful completion of one full year providing free spay and neuter services to underserved rural communit…

Kit Carson Electric Cooperative announced last week the launch of its KCEC Hydrogen Safety Assessment project in partnership with ENTRUST Solu…

U.S. government regulators want to see data on whether the new vaccine protected people from getting sick.

Fans will get the opportunity to name the future 31st ECHL franchise, which will begin play in the 2026-27 season.

Animal rights advocates celebrated the decision, but for matadors, fans and cattle breeders, this long-time Spanish tradition bears a profound significance.

Measure passed by the city council aims to encourage property owners to do something productive with their vacant buildings.

Heavy rainfall across Las Vegas and the surrounding areas led to widespread flash flooding and caused the temporary closures of several roadways across the community, as officials feared for the safety of residents attempting to cross submerged roadways. Residents were specifically warned to avoid the Gallinas River area on Tuesday,

Most airports around the United States operated smoothly as new REAL ID requirements took effect because travelers without the updated document were still allowed to move through security easily. Those without the IDs were given flyers informing them that going forward they would need to present “REAL ID or other

Roswell Independent School District (RISD) held a job fair Friday at the Roswell Chamber of Commerce, with substitute teachers and part-time maintenance workers at the…

In a chaotic display of political theater, Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), the ranking member of the DOGE Subcommittee, was gavelled down by Chairwoman Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) after launching into a rambling tirade defending extremist transgender ideology during a congressional hearing Wednesday. The hearing, meant to investigate alarming instances of

Carolyn Sue Foreman passed away peacefully in her home, and was called home to the Lord on Monday, April 28th, at the age of 71. She was born to Norvel & Dora Scyrkels on April 14th, 1951, in Albuquerque, NM.Carolyn is survived by her son Keegan Foreman and daughter-in-law Angelina

MILAN, N.M. — Firefighters from Village of Milan Volunteer Fire Department, Grants Fire & Rescue, and Cibola County Fire Command quickly knocked down a fire in a rural area along Haystack Place early Monday morning.Milan Police Department and Cibola County Sheriff’s Office supported the efforts…

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent Tuesday’s Grant County Commission work session showcased progress on a pair of partial designs for both a new courthouse and a substantial renovation of the existing building. Architectural firm NCA Architects presented draft floor plans for both, telling commissioners that full reports detailing materials

Simba is an adorable and affectionate dog with a friendly disposition, especially toward other dogs. We believe he may be a Dachshund mix, combining a playful spirit with a deep love for attention and companionship. Simba thrives on interaction and would make a wonderful addition to a loving home.…

By ANDREW WANG Daily Press Correspondent One of the community’s crown jewels, the Silver City Farmers’ Market is open year-round, although organizers say warm weather means an increase to the diversity of goods already offered every Saturday morning. “Right now, we have lots of greens, radishes, flowers and vegetable starts,

MILAN – Approximately $1.3M is being invested in a pavement overlay on approximately 8 miles of NM 53 between Zuni and Ramah.Brasier Asphalt, (Contractor) will…

A motorcade of more than 50 bikes — accompanied by some vehicles providing a buffer from traffic — rode through Roswell and Chaves County on Saturday. The ride was to …

The National Weather Service in Houston says the next round of severe storms could bring as much as 6 inches of rain to parts of southeastern Texas.

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The recent plunge in oil prices comes with an alarming forecast from one of the key players in the Permian Basin in NM and Texas that is so vital to the state's financial future.Diamondback Energy, the largest independent oil producer in the Permian, has called the peak of oil production

GRANTS, N.M. — A devastating fire broke out on the evening of April 27, tearing through a Grants neighborhood, destroying six homes, displacing families, and injuring two firefighters. City officials have called it one of the most dangerous and fast-moving fires in recent memory.Dubbed the “Alamo…

On April 30th, the City Council held an emergency meeting to discuss what is called the Alamo Fire and its victims. It lasted about half an hour, which began…

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced Tuesday, standing alongside U.S. Attorney for New Mexico Ryan Ellison, that law enforcement has achieved one of the largest fentanyl seizures ever recorded in the United States, uncovering 409 kilograms of fentanyl pills and an additional 11.5 kilograms of fentanyl powder. Alongside the fentanyl, authorities

City officials are looking into ways to beef up the park division staff but say adding permanent employees would come at high cost.

GRANTS, N.M. — A once steady stream of cash is about to end for Continental Divide Electric Cooperative (CDEC), and local leaders — from Gallup to Grants — are now openly asking what that will mean for ratepayers, financial stability, and the future of the cooperative.On July 1, 2025, the

A long road in the bootheel of Chaves County stretches off into the distance on a Sunday morning in April.

Grants Farmers’ Market BirdwatchingMay 3, Grants Fire and Ice Park from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Every SaturdayCibolaWritingContest–$50Prize The Cibola Citizen invites Cibola residents to submit original works of creative art exploring this question:“Mount Taylor—called Tsoodzil, Kaweshtima, Tsiipiya,…

Agents arrested 16 people, with Attorney General Pam Bondi calling the sting "the largest fentanyl bust in our nation's history."

Rescue crews in Texas have found the body of a 10-year-old girl swept away by rapidly rising floodwaters. Forecasters warn that more heavy rains and flooding could be …

This week’s Athletes of the Week are members of the Cibola county 4H-Club who placed first in the Air Rifle High Point Team are from L to R: James Ward, Hannah Ward, Coach Damon Landshoot, William Ward and Michael Gifford. The Recurve bow team also placed 1st place and members

The Trump administration has released its budget recommendation for the coming fiscal year, drawing fierce opposition from some of New Mexico’s all-Democratic congress…

Utah's first-in-the-nation fluoride ban takes effect Wednesday. It could be followed closely by a ban in Florida.

GRANTS, N.M. — Local government officials, fire commanders, federal forest officials and members of the public came together Wednesday, May 1, for one of the…

GRANTS, N.M. – Over the weekend a newspaper rack on Route 66 was damaged, forcing the newspaper to remove this machine from service.The machine was located outside the Good 2 Go gas station on Santa Fe Avenue, across from the Paleteria Lucas ice cream shop. The newspaper thanks the staff

Setting goals for housing production would be a challenge, the city manager says, because the housing market is closely tied to the wider economy.

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) is accepting nominations for the “2026 Matriarchs of New Mexico Agriculture” class, according to a Monday press release…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — A cool spring morning and the warmth of community spirit welcomed shoppers on Saturday as the Grants Farmers Market officially opened its 2025 season, drawing crowds of local residents eager to support neighbors and stock up on homegrown goods.Held at Fire and Ice Park, the…

“It was a truly memorable season for the Lady Pirates—we came into this year with a different mindset,” said GHS Lady Pirate softball head coach Victor Aldaz.“It was a mindset to compete.”Aldaz added, “We had some really good games and some where we struggled.”Aldaz indicated that last year the…

News - A person was fatally stabbed in the chest on 7th St NW; the suspect was arrested, and APD is investigating.

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent For seven years, Vanesa Serrano has operated a popular hat shop, Desert Diva Hats, in the tourist town of Bisbee, Ariz. The old mining town, located in the Sonoran Desert just 11 miles from the Mexican border, has long been a mixture of cultures,

Trout Still Active as Bluewater Lake Levels DropTrout fishing remains steady at Bluewater Lake, though lake levels continue their seasonal decline heading into May. Anglers reported good action throughout the past week, with PowerBait, Kastmasters, and Rapalas producing solid results.Among those…

Albuquerque – Around 3PM, the Smith’s at 200 Tramway Blvd. SE. called APD to report that a group of teens robbed the store of liquor and ran out. The store employees observed the teens running down the street to 13301 Central Ave NE and they all entered a McDonald’s. Albuquerque

New Mexico’s national rankings for preschool education have improved significantly due to increases in enrollment and funding, according to a recently released report. The National Institute for Early Education Research, a nonpartisan research organization established at Rutgers University, released its 2024 State of Preschool Yearbook last week, which looks at

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho High School Dance Department held a Master Dance Concert at the Rio Rancho Performing Arts Center May 2. Read moreCurtain Call: RRHS Dance Department holds last performance of school year

Proposed for approval by the city council this week are two items related to city land sites. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. on Thursday at the Chaves County Administrat…

Discover Taos magazine, find your copy in the May 8th edition!

A spring snowstorm dumped between 4–15 inches across North Central New Mexico overnight Monday (May 6) — and in the upper elevations, more sno…

Roswell schools were placed on lockdown and shelter-in-place orders Monday after two of them received threats.

A tornado watch is in effect for Chaves County and other portions of Southeast New Mexico until 9 p.m.

RIO RANCHO — They were, not too long ago, just three kids figuring out the name to their robotics team. Read moreR4Creating team looks ahead to robotics world championship

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between April 29 and May 5, 2025: Ignacio E. Gallegos, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Use or Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Criminal Trespass (Unposted). Fabian Maes, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI). Ignacio Griego,

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Border Patrol agents at an interior immigration checkpoint in New Mexico recently arrested a Cuban national with what officials described as a “disturbing criminal history,” once again exposing the dangers posed by lax border security and failed open-border policies. According to a report shared by Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks,

By ANDREW WANG Daily Press Correspondent The draft of Grant County’s comprehensive plan for 2045 was unveiled to the public in the Western New Mexico University Student Memorial Building and the Bayard Public Library on Thursday, presenting policy decisions around economic development, infill and redevelopment, housing infrastructure, transportation, public facilities,

Work to bring light at night to the baseball-softball fields at Noon Optimist Park continues. Workers with J&G Electric Co., are shown late last month working on a…

KRQE-TV attempted to get an explanation from the Federal Court and the US Attorney's office on why the numerous plea bargain hearings for APD officers snared in the DWI bribery investigation are not being publicized. That's so the station and other media can show (and question) the disgraced cops and

Many residents in the Roswell area felt the ground shaking at 7:47 p.m. Saturday. The magnitude 5.4 earthquake occurred 121 miles south of Roswell in a remote area in …

Lockdown and shelter-in-place orders for all schools within the Roswell Independent School District (RISD) were lifted after determining that the threats made to two s…

RIO RANCHO — The New Mexico State Police officer arrested Friday afternoon was actually involved in two accidents, according to the criminal complaint filed in Sa… Read moreCourt documents reveal state officer was involved in multiple accidents

A fire danger sign amidst the rare snows on Chihuahua desert landscape leading up to the Organ mountains, captured on Jan. 10, 2025. A fire danger sign amidst the rare snows on Chihuahua desert landscape leading up to the Organ mountains, captured on Jan. 10, 2025. New Mexico’s snowpacks melted

The fertile lands among Northern New Mexico’s river valleys have been prime locations for agriculture for centuries. Native Americans have always fostered beans, corn and squash in the area and the European settlers brought with them grapevines, fruit trees and other crops. They also brought…

Medina and SanchezThe caustic attack from ABQ City Councilor Louis Sanchez on APD Chief Harold Medina at last Thursday's Council meeting may have been overly personal by accusing the chief of "disrespecting" the councilors but if this marks the beginning of a passionate debate over the future of policing in

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s $3.6 million “Breaking Bad Habits” anti-littering campaign, featuring actor Bryan Cranston, has garnered attention for its creative approach to a persistent issue in New Mexico. According to the Santa Fe New Mexican: More than $2.4 million in media buys, from bus wraps and billboards to commercials

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The measles outbreak that began in Gaines County, Texas, in January, has now crossed into the state of Chihuahua in Mexico, and is reportedly related to an outbreak in…

The Leadership Roswell Class of 2025 graduated at the JC Venue on April 26. Thirty students completed the nine-month course learning about Roswell, Chaves County and t…

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Governing Body considered Friday a massive budget proposal that includes investments in new projects, programs and jobs that city officials warned may need to be adjusted later this year due to economic uncertainties.

Albuquerque – On May 3rd, 2025, the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office conducted a much needed DWI Checkpoint near Unser and Rainbow NW. An off-duty Albuquerque Police Department Aviation Department officer Jonathan Franco pulled up to the DWI Checkpoint. According to the criminal complaint, a BCSO deputy made contact with Franco

On April 26, members of the American Legion Post 61 replaced the flags at Memory Lawn Memorial Cemetery. They also did some cleaning and maintenance.

JEMEZ VALLEY — The Jemez Valley Wellness Center is now offering online chair yoga classes to elders and homebound residents.

BERNALILLO — Birds will be the topic of this month’s Ranger Read and Learn at the Martha Liebert Public Library, 124 Calle Malinche, Bernalillo.

Over $5,000 in BTC donated to hold 10 years: Designated for disaster fund and seniors

In yet another display of arrogance and dishonesty, New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver took to the Santa Fe New Mexican’s Around the Roundhouse podcast with reporter Daniel Chacón this week to once again incoherently peddle her far-left talking points—doubling down on her tired claim that New Mexico’s

There was a reopening ceremony on Friday morning to recognize the efforts made by a large group of city of employees to reopen the Roswell Visitor Center. The building…

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A two-vehicle collision claimed the lives of two teenagers and injured several in an accident that authorities say was caused by an impaired driver.

ROSEMONT, Illinois — On the weekend of April 26, Dexter High School joined 153 of the top quiz bowl teams from small public high schools at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Ch…

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has once again shown where her true priorities lie—blowing more than $96,000 of taxpayer money last year on extravagant personal perks and frivolous entertainment, all under the guise of “official obligations,” according to public records obtained by Target 7. The spending spree—technically allowed under

Tensions boiled over Thursday night as Albuquerque City Councilor Louie Sanchez publicly clashed with Mayor Tim Keller’s Police Chief Harold Medina during a heated budget meeting, laying bare what many see as the deep dysfunction and scandal-ridden leadership of the Albuquerque Police Department (APD). The City Council, meeting as a

Deb Haaland, a far-left Democrat candidate for New Mexico governor and former Biden Interior Secretary, is facing new backlash after marching shoulder to shoulder with left-wing activists at a May Day rally in Albuquerque—a holiday with unmistakable roots in communism and socialism. Haaland promoted her participation on X (formerly Twitter),

Note: The Roswell Humane Society's shelter is closed to the public because its dogs are under a quarantine. Staff anticipates the cat section will reopen when they hav…

New Mexico Highlands University faculty and staff say they are still assessing work safety issues after learning earlier this week that the federal government had abruptly ended an evaluation of health hazards on campus. Last October, workers at the university in Las Vegas, N.M. asked the National Institute for Occupational

Artificial intelligence technology that works well for the world’s billions of people of color was a business imperative for Google when the company asked sociologist …

After lots of wind and little precipitation in the area, the National Weather Service is predicting a chance of thunderstorms in Roswell beginning this evening, which …

Dr. Google is often on call for worried patients, but it may not give the best advice. Real doctors say internet searches for medical information should be done cautio…

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Visa is hoping to hand your credit card to an artificial intelligence “agent” that can find and buy clothes, groceries, airplane tickets and other items on your behalf…

The New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) Board of Regents met Wednesday afternoon. Members approved change orders for two projects and opted to allow a student candida…

Jose Maestas Jose Maestas Local Jose Maestas II has a one-in-six chance of meeting with NBC executives and pitching his dream job of performing on Saturday Night Live. Maestas is competing in the Ya Tu Sabes Monologue Slam!, a Los Angeles-based competition that allows writers to submit a short monologue.

April 27, 1900 front page of the Las Vegas Optic Robertson’s Manny Garcia reaches back to fire a fastball to home plate. April 27, 1900 front page of the Las Vegas Optic The ability to get an early lead and hold it typified Robertson Cardinal play during the 1989 baseball

BERNALILLO — The state auditor completed its review of Sandoval County's 2024 audit, and Chris Garner, a representative of the firm Pattillo, Brown and Hill L.L.P., presented the results to commissioners April 23. The county had a clean audit.

Two candidates are mounting bids to be the next New Mexico lieutenant governor.

Stellar Solar IRB process initiated Christina Holt News-Sun TATUM — Plans to build a large solar farm in northern Lea County have moved one step closer to reality. Stellar Renewable Power from, headquartered in Dallas, plans to build a $1.18 billion solar energy facility near Tatum with the assistance of

Tariffs weren’t on the official agenda of this week’s Robotics Summit in Boston. But it was hard to ignore the shadow of President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global t…

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Albuquerque – This morning, Northeast Area Command officers responded to a report from ACS of a person appearing to be deceased near 4601 Carlisle Blvd. N.E. The location was inside a tent on a drainage arroyo path just north of Montgomery Blvd. Officers arrived around 9 AM, and confirmed the

A San Miguel County Detention Center corrections officer is accused of firing a gun outside a Las Vegas home, and police further allege he had another man falsely admit to the shooting so he could keep his job. Prosecutors last week charged 21-year-old John B. Hartwick with four felonies in

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from April 23–27, 2025. April 23 7:43 a.m. Animal General, Gusdorf Road

Gathered for lunch at a local eatery, the crew of Baby Gorilla Tree Service chatted about rafting, camping, hiking — and, of course, their lat…

Police are investigating what reports from witnesses indicate was a high speed crash on Kit Carson Road around 8 a.m. Thursday morning (May 1).

The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley.

New Mexico State Police officers arrested a 40-year-old Colorado man for allegedly driving a stolen Chevrolet Colorado truck after an automated license plate reader identified it.

SANTA FE — Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull will face competition in the Republican primary for governor if he announces next month he is running for the state's highest elected office.

A sprawling fentanyl trafficking network stretching from Albuquerque to Salem, Oregon, has been shattered by federal authorities in what’s being called one of the largest operations of its kind in U.S. history. The takedown, made public this week, culminated in a massive sweep across New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and

New Mexico's generations-long struggle with drug addiction sadly continues into the current one, with a new study reporting that not only does the state have the highest rate of drug abuse in the nation but that the state's teenagers rank first in the nation for the percentage of drug users.

Luna Community College proudly hosted for the fourth time the annual “Girls Can!” event April 22 in partnership with the Las Vegas branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW). Montañas del Norte Area Health Education Center under the direction of Raymond Sanchez provided grant support. This inspiring program

A Questa man said he is lucky to be alive after a fire quickly engulfed his home Wednesday (April 30), and two other structures on the property he shares with

New Mexico PBS is preparing to upgrade its transmitters to a new standard of broadcast technology: ATSC 3.0, otherwise known as Next Gen TV. The upgraded transmitters will improve both

Film, video, and music producer Jim Terr will explain his vision for a feature film he hopes to shoot in Las Vegas. Saturday, May 2 at 1 p.m. at Charlie’s Bakery, east room, 715 Douglas. The meeting is primarily to find local investment in the project, whose budget should be

Students, parents and staff protested outside Vista Grande Charter High School Tuesday evening (April 29) after classes were suspended for two days due to an alleged death threat made via

Four Taos Academy seniors achieved their bilingual seals last Friday (April 25), when e ach student presented a project on a topic of their choice to showcase their language skills

Josie Ortega, a Taos woman accused of fatally stabbing her partner, Victor Segura, in front of their children in 2021, will be retried in 8th Judicial District Court. The first

With three of its five members present — Mayor Pro-tem and Councilor Jason Gonzalez, Councilor Katrina Gonzales and Councilor Brent Jaramillo, who also serves as Taos County manager — and

The niftiest thing to come out of the annual meeting of the Ranchos de Taos Neighborhood Association Sunday (April 27): The association will apply for a small grant to fund

At the request of Patricia Pinzón Sánchez, the Mexican Consul based in Albuquerque—and with the support of City Councilwoman Barbara Perea-Casey—the City of Las Vegas governing body convened alongside key community organizations to discuss continued collaboration with the Mexican Consulate. Consul Pinzón Sánchez brings a wealth of experience to her

On a high-definition bluebird day, Big River Raft Trips owner and guide Billy Miller paddled hard against a strong wind and low water. Navigating between rocks, he passed a basalt

Road crews are almost finished with the final phase of the $21.9 million NM 68–U.S. 64 Roadway Project that has disrupted the lives of locals and visitors alike for five

Grace JamesCunninghamGrace, 7/12/1942 – 4/18/2025 was born in Gallup NM and lived and raised her children in Grants, NM. She is survived by her loving children…

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Staff report Hope Jacklin, a sophomore at Estancia Valley Classical Academy, has been named a recipient of the Jiffy Lube of New Mexico 2024-2025 Teen Driver Scholarship. Jacklin, one of four students selected statewide, will receive a $1,500 scholarship to aid in her

New Mexico lawmakers this week rolled out a plan to help prepare for potential hefty reductions in federal funding. The Legislative Council, the group of state representatives and senators that oversees all lawmaking between New Mexico’s legislative sessions, voted unanimously Monday afternoon at its first meeting following this year’s session

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BERNALILLO — The Bernalillo Police Department announced on April 14 that a new K9 has joined the ranks, and his name is Diesel.

Orlando SilvaOrlando went to be with our Lord on March 8, 2025. Orlando was born on October 28,1948 in Santa Fe, N.M. to Joe Silva and Rosa Montoya Silva. He…

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Staff report Hope Jacklin, a sophomore at Estancia Valley Classical Academy, has been named a recipient of the Jiffy Lube of New Mexico 2024-2025 Teen Driver Scholarship. Jacklin, one of four students selected statewide, will receive a $1,500 scholarship to aid in her

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Staff report Hope Jacklin, a sophomore at Estancia Valley Classical Academy, has been named a recipient of the Jiffy Lube of New Mexico 2024-2025 Teen Driver Scholarship. Jacklin, one of four students selected statewide, will receive a $1,500 scholarship to aid in her

"Lies, damned lies, and statistics." How often have we heard that old saw in relation to crime here and elsewhere? The disconnect between what is reality according to law enforcement and what people feel is a very real phenomenon and will be central to the race for ABQ mayor. The

As Mother’s Day approaches, a new WalletHub report reveals troubling news for New Mexico’s working mothers. In its 2025 Best & Worst States for Working Moms rankings, the Land of Enchantment placed an alarming 47th out of 51, one of the worst showings in the nation. WalletHub’s study evaluated all

New Mexico Democrat Rep. Gabe Vasquez is facing sharp criticism after touting his vote against the Laken Riley Act and attacking President Donald Trump’s immigration policies during an April 16 town hall event. At the meeting, Vasquez proudly announced his opposition to the legislation, which was signed into law by

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Fire and Rescue’s newest cadets are closer to their real-world experience within the department. They were training for mass casualty incidents the morning of April 29 as part of their EMT training in the Rio Rancho Ev…

RIO RANCHO — Hundreds of residents have signed a petition urging the Rio Rancho Governing Board to reject a developer’s plan for housing and retail development on the site of a former golf course.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between April 22 and April 28, 2025: Andrew Romero, Driving Under the Influence of Liquor (Impaired) (First Offense). Bethany Roybal, APO Arrest Order. Janelle Blunn, Battery. Cassandra Sanchez, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Johnny Sanchez, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply.

SOCORRO — The Rio Rancho Fire and Rescue wildland division deployed equipment to assist with a bosque fire near Socorro April 27.The Otero fire was discovered at 5 p.m. Sunday, April 27, in the bosque area east of Socorro. The cause of the fi…

RIO RANCHO — The Loma Colorado Main Library was bustling with action Saturday for the annual Star Wars Fest.

Sen. Lujan (Journal)It's not direct from the horse's mouth but a "spokesperson" for Senator Ben Ray Lujan says he will, as expected, seek a second term in 2026.That ABQ Dem Rep. Melanie Stansbury was mentioned here a a possible replacement if Lujan chose to step away might have his office

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Andrea Vasquez The town of Edgewood has been working on securing both a safe place and reliable staff for baby boxes. This comes amid news of a baby left at a dumpster in Albuquerque. On April 22, a newborn baby was found

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Public Schools Board of Education on Monday unanimously approved the instructional calendars for next school year, including the first for RioTECH, a career technical education school that will offer a dual credit …

When Pat Serrault retired at 72, she thought her 58 years of hard work and paying into Social Security would mean she’d be set for her later years. “It’s my money. It isn’t a whole lot in the scheme of things, but I earned it,” Serrault told Source in a

SanchezIt is a long way off but the smart money now says the most likely match-up for the 2026 gubernatorial race will be Democrat Deb Haaland versus former GOP Lt. Governor John Sanchez.Former Sec. of Interior Haaland launched her campaign for the Democratic nomination in February. Her main challenger is

CORRALES — It wasn’t anything major — just the future of the village of Corrales — that was called into question at the Corrales Council meeting April 22.

RIO RANCHO — Members of the Rio Rancho Governing Body came one step closer Thursday to scrapping municipal elections in March, a move that could extend their terms for another year as part of a broader overhaul in the way the city conducts el…

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ALBUQUERQUE — The Rio Rancho Rams boys track team had a fantastic outing at the 2025 Richard Harper Invite track meet April 25-26, which is hosted by Albuquerque Academy, and placed third overall with 63 points.

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SANTA ANA PUEBLO — Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel and Albuquerque Recycling, Inc., are hosting an electronics recycling event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at the casino.

Costumes from Robertson High School's recent production of The Lion King Jr. will be on display at the Las Vegas Arts Council gallery at 140 Bridge St. throughout the month of May. Costumes from Robertson High School's recent production of The Lion King Jr. will be on display at the

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. A 29-year-old former Las Vegas resident is facing felony charges after being accused of inappropriately touching a Las Vegas girl in 2022, when she was 9. Prosecutors this week charged Brandon

ALBUQUERQUE — Rio Rancho-based R4Creating took home the Excellence Award for the elementary division at the VEX IQ State Championships, advancing to the World’s Robotics Competition to be held in in Dallas in May.

RIO RANCHO — An intoxicated man was arrested after he allegedly fired a gun at a resident in Northern Meadows over Easter weekend.

April 6

Front page of the April 19, 1978 Las Vegas Optic Front page of the April 19, 1978 Las Vegas Optic To the Editor of The Optic: In its issue of April 16th The Optic made reference to the fact that the city council was looking for bids for the plans

Jayce Love, 22, is on a quest to raise funds to help him get to Switzerland this summer to train to be an FIS – or Federation of International Skiing – athlete. Jayce Love, 22, is on a quest to raise funds to help him get to Switzerland this summer

BERNALILLO — May is "All About Birds" at the Coronado Historic Site First Sunday event.

Former Doña Ana County Magistrate Judge Joel Cano, a Democrat, and his wife, Nancy Cano, were arrested Thursday following a federal raid on their Las Cruces home. The couple is accused of tampering with evidence while allegedly harboring Cristhian Ortega-Lopez, an illegal alien believed to be affiliated with the notorious

BERNALILLO — A motion to approve the Negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreement between Sandoval County and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) was approved unanimously by commissioners during the April 2…

In a horrifying and heartbreaking development, a newborn was found dead in a dumpster in Albuquerque this week, marking yet another preventable tragedy in New Mexico’s growing list of infant abandonments. This shocking discovery comes on the heels of several high-profile cases, including the 2022 viral footage of Alexis Avila

Lisa Cisneros, foreground, plays violin during a Vaqueros de la Sierra concert at Kennedy Hall on the New Mexico Highlands University campus on April 16. Vaqueros de la Sierra – NMHU's mariachi band – is back after being on hiatus for almost a decade. Lisa Cisneros, foreground, plays violin during

Members of the HU Singers rehearse at Ilfeld Auditorium on Tuesday. The group will have its end-of-semester show at Ilfeld Friday at 7 p.m. Members of the HU Singers rehearse at Ilfeld Auditorium on Tuesday. The group will have its end-of-semester show at Ilfeld Friday at 7 p.m. Las Vegans

April 13

MLG and TorresThe state attorney general's office has historically been a platform for puffery and do nothingness so it was a stark contrast indeed when AG Raul Torrez lowered the hammer on the Lujan Grisham administration and its long-troubled Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) by starting an investigation into

The burn scar of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon fire pictured Thursday, June 9, 2022. The burn scar of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon fire pictured Thursday, June 9, 2022. Three years after the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire ravaged the site of a mountain community and resort, those charged with managing the

CORRALES — Corrales will see the return of the annual Garden Tour from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 17.

SANTA FE — For years, New Mexico voters who decide not to affiliate with a major political party have faced challenges — if not outright barriers — when it comes to voting in primary elections.

You may not have heard this news because media here does not cover other media--even when a tectonic shift takes place--like the sale of the entire 28 acre campus owned by the ABQ Journal in order to generate cash to keep the long struggling newspaper in business. The publisher says:Repurposing

American troops now have the authority to detain and search immigrants lacking certain documentation in New Mexico, a role service members have not held before at the southern border, U.S. Northern Command (Northcom) said Monday. Northcom said troops “have been delegated the authority” to conduct security support operations in the

RIO RANCHO — After the University of New Mexico Hospital announced 53 position cuts, including Sandoval Regional Medical Center President Jamie Silva-Steele, she issued a statement about her time there April 23.

RIO RANCHO — Cleveland High School student Israel Pleasant has come a long way since she took robotics as an elective in middle school. She went on to place second in a statewide competition and became a student ambassador for her new school,…

RIO RANCHO — Chatting it up with constituents, shaking their hands and cuddling a few babies are the things you might expect from Rio Rancho District 2 Councilor Jeremy Lenentine this Saturday, when he hosts the city council’s first meet ‘n’ …

BERNALILLO — Sandoval County will host its seventh annual spring craft fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 2 at the county administration building.

BERNALILLO — Recently it was camels. Now it is a pottery-making class at Coronado Historic Site in Bernalillo from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays through Wednesdays beginning May 3.

Doña Ana County Magistrate Judge Joel Cano has officially resigned amid swirling controversy surrounding a federal investigation into a Venezuelan national linked to a violent transnational gang who was arrested at the judge’s Las Cruces home. Cano, who has served on the bench since 2011, submitted his resignation on March

RIO RANCHO — Many have used the phrase “Fleur de Lis” in centuries past. Literally, it means “flower of the iris” or “lily flower” in French. The symbol, inspired by the famous European Iris flower, came to represent French monarchy in 12th c…

The race for ABQ mayor is crowded and the math muddled. There are nine candidates seeking the office including Mayor Tim Keller and the latest addition, former US Attorney Alex Uballez who officially entered the race over the weekend after we reported on his impending candidacy April 2.Some of the

Pope Francis, the 266th leader of the Roman Catholic Church and the first pope from the Americas, has died at the age of 88, the Vatican confirmed early Monday. His passing marks the end of a historic papacy that began in 2013 and spanned more than a decade of leadership

March 30

BERNALILL0 — Raul Herrera, 41, of Bernalillo, was arrested April 20 for burglary and controlled substance possession at the old Pizza Hut building on US 550.

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho voted to elect Gregg Hull as mayor three times, but his financial disclosure show most of his monetary support for his gubernatorial bid is coming from outside the city.

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. I am writing this week’s column on Good Friday and am grateful that my schedule somehow parted to allow me to do so. 2025 has brought a tumult of uncertainty, change, and in my case, a significantly increased workload. This is a welcome

In a bold move, reinforcing the Trump administration’s enduring focus on law and order, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi appointed Ryan Ellison as the new U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico. His swearing-in took place today before U.S. District Judge Margaret Strickland, marking a new chapter in federal

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. I am writing this week’s column on Good Friday and am grateful that my schedule somehow parted to allow me to do so. 2025 has brought a tumult of uncertainty, change, and in my case, a significantly increased workload. This is a welcome

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has found itself at the center of a growing national debate after it began rolling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This shift comes in response to new federal guidance aimed at dismantling discriminatory practices that, under the guise of equity, have

RIO RANCHO — A Rio Rancho man is facing felony drug charges and more after being pulled over for not having a license plate April 11.

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While abortion rates across the United States continue to rise, New Mexico has seen a noteworthy decline — a trend that many pro-life advocates view as a hopeful sign of cultural and spiritual change. A recent report by the Guttmacher Institute, an organization that supports abortion up-to-birth, confirms that the

Rio Rancho Mayor Greggory “Gregg” Hull has officially launched his campaign for governor in New Mexico’s 2026 Republican primary, igniting swift backlash from the state’s Democrat establishment—but also shining a spotlight on the growing dissatisfaction many New Mexicans feel under current Democratic leadership. In a release, Hull stated he will

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Staff report It will be a busy Easter weekend in Edgewood with two events at Venus Park.. The Town of Edgewood’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council are again partnering for the town’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday from

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Hannah Grover Members of the Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee expressed concerns during an April meeting about how a proposed subdivision could impact water resources in the East Mountains. The proposed Campbell Ranch development could lead to 4,000 new homes as well

We're taking a blogging break and will return to this space next Tuesday but first. . . What a show. The Governor put one on starring her veto pen and Sam Bregman, the state's perennial political showman, donned his stage clothes to make official his bid for the Dem gubernatorial

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Josephine Clara Bassett, known to everyone simply as “Jo,” lived a rich and vibrant life, touching many hearts in her community and beyond. Jo died peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 99, in the house she and her husband

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

Bob PerlsIt is a major change to state elections but it may not have a major impact on election outcomes. That appears to be the consensus among the political pros as they weigh the new rules for party primaries signed into law this week by MLG. That law states: Some

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Andrea Vasquez After two and half years of service, the Edgewood Police Department gave a last 10-7 to Chief Roger Jimenez. The announcement came during a gathering where an emotional speech was given through the Vehicle Intercom System. He was thanked for

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Andrea Vasquez Navigating receiving the news and caring for his child with a rare type of leukemia has not been easy for James “Buddy” Lawver, resident of Edgewood. In August 2024, Illiana Hope was diagnosed with B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (B-ALL), as

Coming home Lea native Bobby Herrera to speak Wednesday in Hobbs Christina Holt/News-Sun A Lea County native is coming to Hobbs on Wednesday to speak about leadership and how to reframe your mind around life’s struggles. The J.F Maddox Foundation is hosting Bobby Herrera from 6 – 8 p.m. on