SANTA FE, N.M. — Old Man Gloom is set to burn for the 100th time at Zozobra this year. To celebrate the special centennial moment, there is something new being added to the show. As screams and groans are heard at Fort Marcy Park, thousands of drones will align near

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A former state corrections department physician whose throat was cut, and he was stabbed several times by an inmate, is now suing the state claiming guards were unable to get him help because doors would not open.The doctor, Rajeesh Sharma, who was working at the Central New

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Police are investigating a shooting that happened Friday afternoon at Coronado Center. According to Albuquerque police, they responded to Coronado Center for a report of a shooting. Advertisement Police say a security guard was injured in the shooting and the suspect is in custody. The suspect is

RIO RANCHO, N.M. — Whether you like it cold or hot, it's all food you can find pretty quickly. Especially if you live in Rio Rancho. And we're not talking restaurants. But rather, food trucks. They've been popping up around town since May. Advertisement "We have a variety of food

SANTA FE, N.M. — Police recovered several vehicles and took people into custody in Santa Fe.Police are at the McDonald's near Cerrillos Road. A patrol team with the Santa Fe Police Department responded on Thursday, July 25. Advertisement Your neighborhood: Local news from KOAT Action 7 NewsPolice found three stolen

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Video above: New Mexico's Homeless Coalition point-in-time count report shows an increase in homelessness over a three-year span in Albuquerque. The point-in-time count report reveals 1,152 people experienced homelessness in 2021 compared to 1,311 in 2022—a 13.8% increase from the year before. In 2023, the report revealed

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A Bernalillo County jail is investigating another inmate being wrongfully released from a facility. It's the third time it has happened in July.Your neighborhood: Local news from KOAT Action 7 News Advertisement The Metropolitan Detention Center said it incorrectly released Desiree Sanchez, 44, on Wednesday, July 24.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — President Joe Biden announced he will not run for re-election in the upcoming 2024 presidential election while endorsing, Vice President Kamala Harris, in his announcement via 'X' formerly known as Twitter on Sunday, July 21. KOAT political expert Brian Sanderoff weighs in on the impact of the

SANTA FE, N.M. — Police detectives are investigating a shooting that killed a dog in Santa Fe. The shooting happened on Tuesday evening, July 23.The Santa Fe Police Department responded to the 1100 block of Hickox Street. Police officers arrived to find a woman and her dog shot. Advertisement Your

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Bernalillo County is facing a lawsuit and is being accused of withholding information from the public regarding Metropolitan Detention Center records. "Don't we want to know that everybody is being treated equally? Don't we know if there are bad apples that they can be found and rooted

SANTA FE, N.M. — One person is in critical condition after a shooting in Santa Fe. It happened on Thursday night, July 25.Police responded to the 2800 block of Cerrillos Road around 11 p.m. A 20-year-old was found unresponsive with a gunshot wound, according to the Santa Fe Police Department.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Police are responding to a wanted person barricaded at a motel in Albuquerque.Police said the suspect is at the Loma Verde Motel at the 7500 block of Central Avenue. Advertisement Your neighborhood: Local news from KOAT Action 7 NewsThe Albuquerque Police Department also said its SWAT unit

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Several residents have filed a lawsuit against the Town of Edgewood and a property owners’ association over ownership of a road in a housing subdivision. The lawsuit was filed because of a Jan. 16 Edgewood

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Several residents have filed a lawsuit against the Town of Edgewood and a property owners’ association over ownership of a road in a housing subdivision. The lawsuit was filed because of a Jan. 16 Edgewood

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Several residents have filed a lawsuit against the Town of Edgewood and a property owners’ association over ownership of a road in a housing subdivision. The lawsuit was filed because of a Jan. 16 Edgewood

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. The Rt. 66 Arts Alliance continues its summer tradition of community art displays, encouraging youth and adult emerging artists to showcase their talents. This summer’s exhibit is on display at the East Mt. Library in

Col. Jason Allen is the new 58th Special Operations Wing commander. That means he's in charge of the MC-130's and several other aircraft.

Talking Talons is a well-known thrift shop in Cedar Crest. The owner says the driver caused thousands of dollars of damage.

We are learning more about a day last month when Albuquerque police officers shot and killed a man on the West Side.

Albuquerque Fire Rescue crews spent a week in Ruidoso. New video shows them rescuing stranded people in the floodwaters.

Police say they arrested a 17-year-old male for shooting a security guard Friday afternoon at Coronado Mall.

Neighborhood works toward housing, social service solutions for those experiencing homelessness

Shooting happens in plain daylight interrupting Friday afternoon shopping

Albuquerque police released videos and gave a play-by-play account of an officer fatally shooting a man wielding what turned out to be a BB gun last month on the … Read morePolice detail fatal shooting of man holding BB gun on West Side

The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center says it is taking steps to improve its booking and discharge processes after a third inmate was mistakenly rel… Read moreBernalillo County jail says it's beefing up processes after third mistaken release

Rich monsoon moisture returns Friday to New Mexico as we may see showers and storms with those heavy downpours.

There's a local man who's been skyrocketing to stardom, simply by making videos about New Mexico's unique culture.

Aug. 7 is the first day of school for most Albuquerque Public Schools students and Superintendent Gabriella Blakey has a message for them. Read moreStudent absenteeism remains stubbornly high at APS

Hundreds of additional attendees packed the Las Cruces Convention Center forcing venue to open additional space

French officials says high-speed lines have been hit by arson attacks that heavily disrupted traffic hours before the opening of the high-risk Olympics opening ceremony. Rail operator SNCF said lines in the west, north and east of France were…

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham held the first of three town hall meetings on public safety. The first one was Thursday in Las Cruces.

A 17-year-old boy is accused of shooting a security guard in the leg during a confrontation at Coronado Center on Friday afternoon in Northeast Albuquerque.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood's video game performers announced they would go on strike Thursday, throwing part of the entertainment industry into another work stoppage after talks for a new contract with major game studios broke down over art…

Take a look at the athletes who have ties to New Mexico ahead of the opening ceremonies on Friday

A new state Supreme Court ruling linked to “good time” credits will knock five years off the time that Sergio Almanza spends in prison for killing a 7-year-old bo… Read moreAG frustrated as court ruling would reduce prison time for killer in River of Lights case

Old Man Gloom will soon meet his fiery fate but soon he will have a new arch nemesis as the current Fire Dancer is passing the torch.

BREAKING NEWS - At around 12:55PM, shots rang out at Coronado Mall near the Footlocker. Reportedly, a security guard was shot. Their condition is unknown.

A gallon of gas is averaging $3.17 in Albuquerque this week.

New Mexico is one step closer to using $675 million in federal dollars to get high speed internet to more people across the state.

Albuquerque – The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) is investigating an inadvertent inmate release from the facility. The 44-year-old inmate, Desiree Sanchez, was released on Wednesday, July 24. She was being held on a preventative detention hold related to armed robbery and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon charges.

LAS CRUCES – Hundreds of Southern New Mexicans packed into the Las Cruces Convention Center Thursday evening for over five hours of public discussion on public safety. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham held the first in a series of town halls to hear from community members that live in

The U.S. Justice Department says Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, a longtime leader of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel, and Joaquín Guzmán López, a son of another infamous cartel leader, have been arrested by authorities in Texas. Zambada has been a leader of the powerful cartel for decades alongside Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán.

WASHINGTON — A conservative group and a group of Republican state parties Thursday filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission accusing Vice President Kamala Harris of improperly assuming control of Biden campaign funds after he withdrew from the race. The complaint is asking the FEC’s six-person commission — split

In the 1800s, the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa joined other tribes in signing a pair of treaties with the federal government, giving up massive swaths of land in return for the creation of a reservation in eastern Minnesota. The treaties included a guarantee: Tribal members would

The New Mexico Department of Health’s Eddy County Public Health Office in Carlsbad will host New Mexico WIC’s Breastfeeding & Farmers’ Market Week on Wednesday, August 7, from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. The event will take place at 1306 West Stevens.

The City of Albuquerque's land use hearing officer is recommending the city council deny an appeal from concerned residents in northeast Albuquerque.

The New Mexico Foundation for Open Government is suing Bernalillo County, alleging officials are withholding public records from the community.

A new shelter is one New Mexico community is hoping they’ll get a helping hand with the final stages of a landscape project.

A third inmate, 44-year-old Desiree Sanchez, has been mistakenly released this month from the Metropolitan Detention Center.

More than a week after a contentious special legislative session, New Mexico’s governor still has not signed the single piece of legislation lawmakers sent to her desk. As part of a wide ranging five-hour-long town hall meeting in Las Cruces on Thursday night, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham talked about House

A Colorado judge has issued an order temporarily blocking the proposed $24.6 billion merger between the nation’s two largest supermarket chains ahead of an antitrust trial in state court set to begin in September. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser in February sued to block the merger between grocery giant Kroger,

At a mock people’s trial of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Santa Fe Plaza on Wednesday night, pro-Palestinian activists imagined what it would look like for authorities to hold him accountable, rather than inviting him to speak in Congress. The street theater production coincided with mass protests against

The New Mexico Department of Health’s Otero County Public Health Office, located at 1207 8th St. in Alamogordo, NM, will be offering no-cost back-to-school vaccinations for all children aged 18 and younger. These services are available regardless of the child's patient status or insurance coverage.

It's the end of an era for Southwest Airlines. Company leaders announced Thursday they are getting rid of their open-seating policy.

WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris, the likely Democratic nominee for president, met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Thursday afternoon, a day after he vowed to Congress that he wants “total victory” in the deadly Gaza war. Harris said she and Netanyahu had a “constructive” meeting and that she

The University of New Mexico School of Medicine has been recognized among the top medical schools in the nation according to new “Best Graduate School” rankings by U.S. News & World Report. The media company ranks medical schools into two categories: Best Medical Schools: Research and Best Medical Schools: Primary

A controversial plan to create an Arts and Culture District within the village continues to get pushback. The formation of…

Village councilors have made the final decision to keep Corrales’ 1 house, 1 acre rule in place. The decision was…

After an investment of $4.2 million over four years, Corrales got its shiny new gym in May. Now village leaders…

U.S. wildlife authorities say an exceptionally restless female Mexican gray wolf will be held in captivity with a potential mate through the 2025 breeding season. Authorities confirmed on Thursday the decision in hopes of aiding the recovery of the species. The wolf nicknamed Asha captured the public imagination after she

For more than a year, residents in the International District have had to search far and wide for fresh produce.

For the past several years, Rio Rancho parents Patricia and Anthony Dimas have hosted an annual toy drive in honor of their son. This year makes seven. Read moreChild's legacy lives on with annual toy drive

WASHINGTON — Members of two U.S. House panels examined allegations of sexual assault, bullying and retaliation at the U.S. Bureau of Indian Education-operated Haskell Indian Nations University during a hearing this week. Haskell, a Lawrence, Kansas, school that is the only four-year college operated by the bureau, has come under

The three-year grant will help fund more than 400 pre-apprentices in the state, among other areas.

Housing continues to be unaffordable for many renters and homeowners across the state, according to a report released this week by the New Mexico authority tackling the housing crisis. The New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority, which also announced its rebranding Wednesday to become Housing New Mexico, detailed the findings of

Albuquerque – Around 11:45AM, the Albuquerque Police Department was in the area of Coors and Central RD NW when they recognized a possible wanted subject on a bicycle. The suspect began to flee going south on Coors on his bicycle with an APD unit following. The suspect on the bicycle

Federal dollars are headed to New Mexico for pollution cleanup and environmental workforce development. Water projects across the state could also get a funding boost from legislation that passed the House of Representatives Tuesday.

For the first time since its founding more than 50 years ago, Southwest Airlines will move from an open-boarding system to assigned seating.

The New Mexico Department of Veterans Services recognized a Questa man who has dedicated decades of his life to honoring fellow veterans.

A section of Unser Boulevard will be widened next year. Read moreSpring 2025 start anticipated for Unser widening project

Board follows creation of Behavioral Health Authority

The Bernalillo County jail mistakenly released an armed robbery suspect on Wednesday — the third erroneous release of an inmate in the past month.

Santa Fe National Forest announced Thursday that lightning caused the Tanques Wildfire in the northwest corner of the Cuba Ranger District, around 25 miles north … Read moreSanta Fe National Forest Manages lightning-caused Tanques Fire

Wayne Johnson has been the rock for Sandoval County since stepping into the role of county manager in July 2020. Read moreJohnson will continue to lead Sandoval County

A man accused of breaking into at least two homes and attacking people inside is now accused of a third burglary.

LAS CRUCES – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s first public safety town hall is tonight in Las Cruces, but some members of the public are seemingly unaware of the community discussion. The town hall was announced by the governor’s office Monday, four days after the hours-long special legislative session called by

The state Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that state law allows inmates convicted of homicide by vehicle to earn good-time credits that can reduce the time they spend in prison by half.

A state watchdog group filed a lawsuit against Bernalillo County on Wednesday, alleging public records violations for withholding video and other records from the Metropolitan Detention Center.

The medals awarded to soldiers who participated in the 1890 Wounded Knee Massacre will be subjected to a review, the U.S. Department of Defense announced Wednesday. The department said the review’s purpose is “to ensure no awardees were recognized for conduct inconsistent with the nation’s highest military honor.” The move

Parties abandoned hearing, pursue mediation instead

New Mexicans can expect to see their gas bills get slightly more expensive later this year.

Housing New Mexico is a quasi-governmental agency which runs more than 40 programs across the state to help provide affordable housing opportunities.

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is hosting a series of town halls on public safety around the state, beginning Thursday in Las Cruces.

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden explained his decision not to seek reelection during a prime-time address from the Oval Office on Wednesday, saying now is the time to turn over power to the next generation. “I’ve made it clear that I believe America is at an inflection point — one

Victoria Romo, 36, of Albuquerque, was summoned July 19 for trafficking fentanyl and tampering with evidence in Bernalillo.

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Sniffles, sneezes, coughs and colds. Rio Rancho Public Schools (RRPS) is urging parents and guardians to take advantage of the free immunization clinics offered t… Read moreFree immunizations offered ahead of first day of school

Another chapter was recently written in the ongoing battle between the United Health Professionals of New Mexico, a union representing nurses and other health pro… Read moreLabor Board says union reps can access Sandoval Regional Medical Center

The New Mexico Department of Health launched a new marketing campaign Monday to attract health care professionals to the state.

The facility will offer space for extreme sports, pickleball and tournaments

Santa Fe police have issued an arrest warrant for a Rio Rancho woman tied to car jackings there. Read moreSanta Fe police search for Rio Rancho woman tied to car jacking

Posted inNews Weak in Review: July 24 by The Paper staff July 24, 2024July 22, 2024 Vandals last week filled an Old Town fountain surrounding a statue of Don Francisco Cuervo y Valdes with dish soap, causing mountains of suds. Luckily, the soap used is tough on grease, but gentle

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was found dead near the Tijeras exit on I-40. BCSO spokesperson Jayme Fuller said that at 2:30 p.m. July 23, deputies responded to reports of

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. By Patrick Lohmann A man seeking compensation for losses he suffered in the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire threatened to shoot up a federal claims office last week in northern New Mexico, according to the local

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. By ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The gunman in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump is believed to have done a Google search one week before the shooting of “How far

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. By ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The gunman in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump is believed to have done a Google search one week before the shooting of “How far

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. The Torrance County Animal Shelter had to close the doors of its Community Animal Food Pantry due to a lack of food for local pets. The pantry serves low-income families who need assistance feeding their

A large crowd of Sandoval County, Rio Rancho and New Mexico leaders gathered Tuesday morning to celebrate the opening of the brand new Sandoval County Public Safety Building.

It’s time again for the Sandoval County Fair.

BREAKING NEWS - The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office was called near the 175 eastbound exit on I-40 in reference to an unresponsive person on the side of the road. The 175 exit is the Tijeras/Cedar Crest exit.

The store’s shuttering has left residents without affordable options, but who might take the building over is still unclear

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Mountainair Mayor Peter Nieto has called a special Town Council meeting to discuss hiring a police force. Currently, the town has no police officers. At the meeting, the mayor plans to request approval to update

It was a youthful evening at the July 23 School Board meeting as Rio Rancho High School students filed into the conference room, followed by administrators and parents, to be celebrated for their efforts in making the Vision 2024conference a …

Opinion by Diane Denish, Netherwood Park neighborhood

News - Around 4:00 PM, BCSO deputies and NMSP officers responded to a semi-tractor trailer on fire on the side of the road on westbound I-40.

‘She will get the job done,’ congresswoman says

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is warning people about the spread of misinformation regarding the upcoming general election.

Rapid hire event will be held on Friday

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) is accepting applications for the state’s Supplemental New Solar Market Development Tax Credit program. The program is for New Mexico taxpayers who were denied a solar tax

Sheila Baca, 37, of Los Lunas, was arrested July 22 for larceny and animal cruelty at Pet Paradise on Quantum Road.

The city of Rio Rancho will be hosting Councilor Meet ‘n’ Greet events throughout summer.

After black smoke could be seen to the west from miles away in Rio Rancho Monday morning, Rio Rancho Fire and Rescue confirmed July 22 that an RV caught fire.

Retired Rio Rancho Police Officer John Francis passed away July 15 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. For the past couple of weeks, he was in hospice care and was only given a few weeks to live.

All five members of the congressional delegation endorsed Harris

The 2024-25 school year is inching closer, and The Chill Zone is helping parents and students get ready by handing out free school supplies.

Most calls come from two areas of town

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Of the two primary water wells for the Town of Estancia, one is not producing as much water as the town needs. According to Mayor Nathan Dial, it’s not the critical situation it was last

None of the remains are on display or used for research

Secretary of State warns sharing false information

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. This story originally appeared in Source NM, an independent, nonprofit news organization that shines a light on governments, policies and public officials in New Mexico. We publish it here with permission as a part of

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. The United States Postal Service announced Sarah Earnest as the new Moriarty Postmaster. Earnest began her postal career in nearby Estancia as a part-time clerk in 2018. Since then, she served as an acting supervisor

President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four months before the election…

United States Sen. Martin Heinrich called on President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential campaign Friday morning.

SANTA FE — Five hours and no action on her crime-related agenda.

An internal investigation found he violated two department policies

The New Mexico Environment Department’s (NMED) Drinking Water Bureau has confirmed that a “boil water advisory” is required for the North Ranchos De Placitas W&SD Water System in Sandoval County.

Just ahead of the school year, the district’s board went over future benchmarks

The approval of a $4 million public safety bond for new Fire and Police Department equipment has allowed Rio Rancho Fire and Rescue to acquire new equipment, including two custom-built fire engines that were officially put into service July 17.

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s special session agenda hit a legislative brick wall.

The annual Battle of the Badges blood drive is set to take place 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 27.

New Mexico's Republican delegates are energized by the Republican National Convention, which began only a few days after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

New Mexico Community Trust announced Tuesday the recipients of the second annual Saving for Success Award Program in New Mexico.

Rio Rancho Police Chief Stewart Steele was all smiles in the crowded lobby of Premiere Cinema Tuesday evening.

United States Sen. Martin Heinrich engaged in a dynamic AI “fireside” chat with a group of small-business owners at the WESST Enterprise Center. The event followed an AI literacy session led by AI & You founder and CEO Susan Gonzales, foc…

Wonders on Wheels is headed to Rio Rancho packed with art, culture, history and science exhibits.

Sloane Vogel, 43, of Rio Rancho, was arrested July 16 for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon at O'Reilly's Auto Parts on Southern Boulevard.

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The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) and Bernalillo County Fire Rescue honor guards stood watch as several dozen attendees paid tribute during a ceremony honoring four first responders who lost their lives in the line

Sen. Marin Heinrich hosted a roundtable Monday with child care providers and community leaders at the Social Enterprise Center in the South Valley, and according to roundtable participants low wages are driving workers out of the field.

Austin Munson-Weber, 28, of Rio Rancho, has a warrant out for his arrest for deprivation of property, battery against a household member, aggravated assault against a household member and two counts of aggravated battery against a household m…

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Edgewood officials are holding the second public meeting to update the town’s Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will be facilitated by the town’s consultant, Consensus Planning, and includes a presentation on the planning process to date,

E3 Volleyball New Mexico, a club based in Rio Rancho, hosted a fundraising event July 13 for two coaches who were in a deadly car crash caused by a suspected drunk driver.

New Mexico Rep. Gabe Vasquez is pushing for more federal dollars to increase screening technology at U.S. borders and staffing in Customs and Border Protection in an effort to reduce the amount of fentanyl traveling through the U.S.-Mexico border.

Three local fire rescue departments have combined forces to form a Regional Swift water rescue team that is currently working in Ruidoso.

The city of Rio Rancho will be hosting Councilor Meet ‘n’ Greet events throughout summer.

Desiree Gonzales, 31, of Rio Rancho, was arrested July 11 for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and battery near the Starbucks at NM 528 and Coffee Lane.

The Bernalillo Farmer's Market opened for business June 21, and its weekly market will continue from 4-7 p.m. Fridays through Oct. 25 at Rotary Park in Bernalillo.

This week, legislators will travel from all over the state to gather in the Roundhouse once again in 2024 to discuss public safety initiatives.

Dominic Molina, 21, of Albuquerque, was arrested July 5 for receiving stolen property and two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in the 2200 block of Solara Loop.

Vehicle owners can now register with the Motor Vehicle Division if they have drivers or regular passengers with communication disorders so that the information can be made available to law enforcement in the event of a traffic stop or other e…

More than 3,200 people charged with crimes since 2017 in New Mexico have been released back to the community after being found incompetent to stand trial, according to an analysis fueling Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s call for a special sessi…

A shooting Saturday at former President Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania is being investigated as an attempted assassination.

A Corrales property owner asked the village to vary its 1-acre plot size requirement, and the request was granted. Now, village administrators worry there may be future lawsuits from those who were denied a similar request. At the May 15 meeting of the village Planning and Zoning Commission, Corrales property…

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Stretched out, the fiber delivered to schools around New Mexico could reach from Albuquerque to Houston.

Graciela Rodriguez was 4 years old when her father brought home a small screwdriver for her to use. She was fascinated with the tool and disappeared into her bedroom to play with it.

In New Mexico, certain high schools stand out for their exceptional educators, according to a ranking.

Submitted by U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM)

Are you wondering where the state's top high schools are located?

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New Mexico Public Regulation Commission members unanimously rejected motions to rehear a case decried by some state lawmakers and a school district in northwest New Mexico.

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has scrapped a proposal for debate at next month’s special session that was intended to expand court-supervised outpatient treatment for people with mental illness.

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SANTA FE — Policymakers are scattered around the state in their hometowns as they await a special session next month and the 60-day legislative session next year. But that doesn’t mean work isn’t being done.

The special legislative session is less than a month away, but lawmakers are still voicing the same sentiment: Nobody’s on the same page.

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Submitted by Joaquin Baca, District 2 City Councilor

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Submitted by Leonardo Castañeda, policy advocate at the ACLU of New Mexico

Submitted by Ashley Long, president of the NM Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO