142 Articles in Albuquerque News
Cover crops can protect soil in Lower Rio Grande

LAS CRUCES, N.M. — To maintain soil that produces successful crops, it helps to give it a rest now and then.That's what cover crops are all about. They prevent erosion, retain moisture, suppress weeds, reduce compaction and boost fertility, they can either be sown in the off-season or mixed with

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 05:12AM

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by: Mesha Begay

Father of 8-year-old attacked in local restaurant speaks out

Nichalas San Souci is facing multiple charges for reportedly hitting an 8-year-old girl over the head with a beer bottle, and then slicing her neck.

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 12:34AM

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by: Mesha Begay

Alan Shoemaker: Mostly dry with warm temperatures

We'll see more sunshine again Wednesday with warmer temperatures than Tuesday. Expect light winds again and dry conditions.

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 01:52PM

Updated: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 01:53PM

Constant worrying may signal general anxiety disorder

Too much worrying could be a reason ask a health professional about general anxiety disorder.It's a condition where a person feels very nervous most of the time, and it can happen to adults and children, said KOAT health expert Dr. Abinash Achrekar, also known as Dr. Ash. Advertisement "People with

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 05:13AM

KOAT Action News

by: Alyssa Munoz

All-native dance team heads to World Championships this summer

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A local all native-dance cheer team is heading to the World Dance Competition this summer. "When we go to these competitions, we actually realize that we are the only native dance group and that they are stepping out of their normal genre of native dance and getting

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 05:08AM

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by: footek1@hbi.com

Checking in with New Mexico’s ‘The Voice’ winner

The Farmington native won Season 15 after teaming up with coach Kelly Clarkson. Chevel Shepherd is still doing what she loves.

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 02:02PM

Arrest made after chase involving Bernalillo County Sheriff

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A man has been arrested after a high-speed chase involving Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen.Court documents show Allen needed to avoid a vehicle swerving toward his direction in northwest Albuquerque. The vehicle ran a red light on Paseo Del Norte on Tuesday, May 20. Advertisement Allen was

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 05:08AM

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by: Mesha Begay

City councilors approve moratorium on new fiber installations

From broken water and gas lines, to road closures and torn up landscaping. City councilors approved a moratorium on new fiber installations.

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 12:36AM

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by: Mesha Begay

Durango police capture kangaroo for second time

Just before 6:30 a.m. Monday, Durango police officers were tasked with kangaroo retrieval. This wasn't the first time, either.

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 12:42AM

KOAT Action News

by: Faith Egbuonu

State auditor launches investigation into millions of dollars missing, disaster relief at risk

SANTA FE, N.M. — Note: Hyperlinks previously included in the article to view the designation letter sent to Mora County officials has omitted words from paragraphs below. The issue is now resolved. The designation letter is included in the video above.The Office of the New Mexico State Auditor has ordered

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 05:07AM

Student arrested and charged after taking loaded gun to APS middle school

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A 13-year-old has been arrested after a loaded gun was found on a student at Jimmy Carter Middle School on Tuesday. The Bernalillo County District Attorney says school staff found the gun after receiving a tip that the student had a gun. The gun was found to

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 10:20AM

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by: Mesha Begay

LCPD share details on shooting death of Josiah Perrault

There's new information about a shooting involving a Las Cruces police officer, resulting in the death of 18-year-old Josiah Perrault.

Published: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 12:37AM

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by: Mesha Begay

Victim’s mother lashes out during sentencing for son’s killer

After a fiery sentencing hearing, an Albuquerque teen who admitted to shooting and killing another teen over a gun, will wait a few weeks longer to learn his fate.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 01:16AM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 01:19AM

Korean priest keeps the faith at Santuario de Chimayo

CHIMAYO, N.M. — Like the many who make the pilgrimage to where he preaches, Father Sebastian Lee is at peace at the Santuario de Chimayo.The long road getting there took Lee from South Korea to South America, then from Maryland to Madrid, before he came to northern New Mexico six-and-a-half

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 05:00PM

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by: Monica Logroño

699 arrests made in Operation Route 66 but work isn’t done yet

More than 35,000 fentanyl pills are taken off the streets as more than 500 suspects were arrested on active warrants.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 04:23AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Megan Gleason / Journal Staff Writer

State launches new Technology and Innovation Office, announces $90M for tech advancement

It’s one of many moves and achievements New Mexico has touted in recent years to secure itself as a technology hotspot. Read moreState launches new Technology and Innovation Office, announces $90M for tech advancement

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 03:00PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 08:24PM

APD arrests man accused of exposing himself to children, filming women in stores

Albuquerque police arrested a man Monday on suspicion of flashing children and recording women in dressing rooms during a string of incidents at retail stores aro… Read moreAPD arrests man accused of exposing himself to children, filming women in stores

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 03:00PM

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by: Mesha Begay

Albuquerque city councilors approve $1.5B budget

More than a billion dollars is going toward Albuquerque's effort to keep people safe, improve infrastructure, and move capital projects forward.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 11:52PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Colleen Heild / Journal Investigative Reporter

Lea County prison to close, with more than 200 layoffs

The owners of the Lea County Correctional Facility near Hobbs are shutting down the medium-security prison after 27 years, laying off more than 200 employees by t… Read moreLea County prison to close, with more than 200 layoffs

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 07:30PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 09:28PM

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by: Mesha Begay

Love 4 Pets: Ariana and Autumn

It's time to show our Love 4 Pets. This time we partnered with the City of Albuquerque to show you the pups looking for a forever home.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 02:47PM

Addiction recovery program that houses families in hotels in jeopardy after funding dries up

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A recovery program in Albuquerque that placed recovering addicts — and their families — into hotel rooms to help them rebuild their lives is now on the brink of collapse after its funding dried up. Nearly 160 patients have been discharged and forced back onto the streets

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 06:11PM

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by: Robert Towne

Hunters and hikers warned to stay out of border military zone

The Department of Defense issued another warning to stay out of the new border military zone, impacting hunters and hikers.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 10:00PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 10:19PM

New Mexico and Utah governors seek common ground

LOS ANGELES — The governors of New Mexico and Utah went to a Common Ground Forum in California, where they reminded the people of Los Angeles where their electric power originates."Your lights are on because New Mexico powers Los Angeles County, so it's the western states," Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 06:50PM

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by: Mesha Begay

New high school graduation requirements go into effect this fall

The incoming freshman class, the Class of 2029, will be the first class to graduate under these new requirements.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 02:44PM

Incoming Rio Rancho finance director held same job during ABQ Planned Parenthood donation that sparked lawsuit

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho’s incoming finance director was in the same role for the city of Albuquerque two years ago, when the city council approved a $250,000 spon… Read moreIncoming Rio Rancho finance director held same job during ABQ Planned Parenthood donation that sparked lawsuit

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 01:00PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Noah Alcala Bach / Journal Staff Writer

Gateway sobering center moves closer to opening after months of setbacks

After months of delays, the city of Albuquerque has found an operator to run the Gateway Sobering Center, moving closer to being able to provide around-the-clock … Read moreGateway sobering center moves closer to opening after months of setbacks

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 06:00PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 09:24PM

KOAT Action News

by: Corey Howard

Kangaroo found hopping through the streets of Durango

DURANGO, Colo. — It wasn't a typical day in the office for Shane Garrison, a Durango police officer, when he responded to a call about a kangaroo on the loose. Advertisement "I never thought I'd be handling a kangaroo as a cop," Garrison said.Not only did Garrison handle the situation,

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 04:49PM

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by: footek1@hbi.com

Prehistoric putt putt roars its way into metro area

A new miniature golf course with a dinosaur theme could open by the end of this week in the heart of Rio Rancho.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 04:33AM

ABQ Raw

by: newsdesk

Suspect Flees from BCSO Sheriff Allen Traffic Stop, “That was you? Son of a bitch.”

News - On May 20, 2025, Sheriff John Allen witnessed Benjamin Vigil driving recklessly. Vigil fled a traffic stop but was later arrested without incident.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 11:04PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Kylie Garcia / Journal Staff Writer

Mesa del Sol hits stride as 167 lots lay foundation for new home construction

A subdivision within Mesa del Sol is seeing progress with roughly 600 homes built and more to come. Read moreMesa del Sol hits stride as 167 lots lay foundation for new home construction

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 03:45PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 03:54PM

Nonprofit gifts local retired combat veteran with new home in Rio Rancho

RIO RANCHO — As far as retired Army Sgt. David Halona is concerned, the Rainbow Canyon home he will soon move into might as well be registered as a religious site… Read moreNonprofit gifts local retired combat veteran with new home in Rio Rancho

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 06:30AM

KOAT Action News

by: Peyton Spellacy

New Mexico forecasts summer tourism trends

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Summer is almost here, and Visit Albuquerque is expecting a slower tourism season due to competition from other destinations in the state and the economy.So, how do things look for the rest of the state? Advertisement The New Mexico Tourism Department says it's still a bit early

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 03:20PM

RRPD arrest records: May 4-10

May 4 Read moreRRPD arrest records: May 4-10

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 11:47AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Dan Boyd / Journal Capitol Bureau

State officials launch probes into possible misuse of disaster relief funds by Mora County

SANTA FE — Amid growing concern about possible financial improprieties, State Auditor Joseph Maestas has ordered a special audit of a northern New Mexico county t… Read moreState officials launch probes into possible misuse of disaster relief funds by Mora County

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 05:55PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 09:28PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Megan Gleason / Journal Staff Writer

PNM’s parent company appoints new chief financial officer following proposed Blackstone sale announcement

The appointment comes the same week that TXNM Energy formally announced a buyout agreement with global private equity firm Blackstone.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 01:30PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 08:24PM

Commission recognizes military appreciation at meeting

BERNALILLO — The Sandoval County Commission recognized Military Appreciation Month during its May 14 meeting with an official proclamation. Read moreCommission recognizes military appreciation at meeting

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 02:54PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Algernon D'Ammassa / Journal Staff Writer

Citizens' challenge to Las Cruces zoning reform fails

LAS CRUCES — Amid fiery exchanges between city councilors and the public, a citizens’ petition challenging the city’s new planning and zoning code failed Monday b… Read moreCitizens' challenge to Las Cruces zoning reform fails

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 06:35PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 09:24PM

Cleveland High School says goodbye to beloved theater tech teacher

RIO RANCHO — Often hovering over a soundboard, Keith Abrahamson loves to immerse himself in the state-of-the-art, 1,100-seat concert hall at Cleveland High School… Read moreCleveland High School says goodbye to beloved theater tech teacher

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:00PM

RRHS seniors are 'killing it,' can 'climb that hill' to success, speakers say

RIO RANCHO — It was a time for smiles, hugs, fist bumps and foam heads as Rio Rancho High School seniors gathered at the Rio Rancho Events Center May 20 for their… Read moreRRHS seniors are 'killing it,' can 'climb that hill' to success, speakers say

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 03:43PM

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by: Mesha Begay

Pay It 4ward: Golden West community thanks property manager

Golden West is a 55 and older community in Rio Rancho. The people who live there are singing the praises of an employee who helps with everything they need and more.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 02:41PM

Video shows DWI arrest of Albuquerque police officer

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A police officer has a court hearing on June 5 after being arrested on a charge of driving while intoxicated.A lapel camera video shows Bernalillo County sheriff's deputies stopping Albuquerque police officer Jonathan Franco at a checkpoint near Rainbow Road and Unser Boulevard, where he told them

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 06:20PM

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by: Mesha Begay

Alan Shoemaker: Warm and dry with light winds

Dry weather and lighter winds will persist as northwest flow sets up over New Mexico through Tuesday morning.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 01:44PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 01:48PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Algernon D'Ammassa / Journal Staff Writer

Las Cruces police chief details fatal shooting of 18-year-old

LAS CRUCES — A few minutes after sunrise on May 8, a Las Cruces police officer was nearing the end of his shift, sitting in the parking lot of a medical office bu… Read moreLas Cruces police chief details fatal shooting of 18-year-old

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 04:15PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 09:25PM

Ongoing scam calls reported in eastern New Mexico

CLOVIS, N.M. — Reports have been made about scammers requesting payment and claiming people are missing court appearances in Curry County.Clovis police said the caller is claiming to be a local law enforcement or court employee. Responders are being advised to not send money or offer to make a payment.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 04:09PM

A boot stompin' good time

The park best known for balloons transformed into a rootin’ tootin’ good time last weekend.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 05:00PM

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by: Mesha Begay

Active fire season expected despite recent precipitation

We've had what seems like a lot of rain and even snow across our state in the past month, and it's always needed, but is it enough to dampen peak fire season?

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:33AM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

Roundhouse

Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the best places to work in 2025.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:00AM

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by: Mesha Begay

Albuquerque Isotopes infielder named Pacific Coast League Player of the Week

After producing one of the most clutch series for a player in team history, Albuquerque Isotopes infielder Ryan Ritter has been named Pacific Coast League Player of the Week.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:35AM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

Leadership Albuquerque class of 2025 graduates

On May 19, the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce celebrated the graduation of the 2025 cohort of Leadership Albuquerque

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:00AM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

Cover crop initiative launched in Lower Rio Grande Valley

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:00AM

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by: Mesha Begay

Youth Suicide Prevention ECHO Program | Healthy Living with UNM Health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and far too many young people continue to struggle.

Published: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 12:32AM

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by: Mesha Begay

Man accused of attacking little girl will stay in jail until trial

Nichalas Shane San Souci, accused of attacking a young girl outside an Albuquerque restaurant, will be staying in jail until his trial.

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 11:34PM

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by: Mesha Begay

Local man convicted of crashing into APS bus asks to be resentenced

Mario Perez was street racing when he crashed into the bus in 2022, sending seven children to the hospital. Now, he wants to be resentenced.

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 11:32PM

ABQ Raw

by: newsdesk

APD Arrests Pervert, “I try on lingerie. That’s it. Is that a crime?”

Albuquerque – ALBUQUERQUE – APD Detectives tracked Timothy Riha to a gym parking lot in Rio Rancho and arrested him today based on his felony warrant for Aggravated Indecent Exposure and Voyeurism. Riha, 45, is accused exposing himself and taking photos and videos of people, including children, in fitting rooms

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 10:31PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 09:36PM

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by: Mesha Begay

Man arrested for allegedly exposing himself to multiple women, children

The search for the man accused of exposing himself to multiple women, including a 7-year-old girl, is over.

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 09:53PM

Updated: Monday, May 19, 2025 11:34PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Justin Garcia / Journal Staff Writer

City crackdown on fiber installers escalates with new rules, moratorium

The struggle between Albuquerque and fiber optic installers escalated Monday as the mayor’s office announced updated rules for installers, and the city council approved a moratorium and more bureaucracy for future fiber development.

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 09:30PM

Updated: Monday, May 19, 2025 10:27PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Dan Boyd / Journal Capitol Bureau

Tesuque residents all stirred up over resort's new proposed wastewater permit

SANTA FE — The fight over a Santa Fe luxury resort’s new proposed wastewater discharge permit drew more than 100 local residents to the Roundhouse on Monday for the first day of a public hearing that was part town hall meeting, part legal drama.

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 08:30PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 10:21AM

Independence High class of 2025 graduates despite doubt

RIO RANCHO — The Independence High School class of 2025 graduation was a rambunctious occasion, though small in size at the Cleveland High School Auditorium May 19.

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 08:09PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Algernon D'Ammassa / Journal staff writer

Brantley praises Las Cruces police, announces local capital outlay

LAS CRUCES – As state Sen. Crystal Brantley arrived at the Las Cruces Police Department substation on the city’s east side, a tactical exercise was underway in which a ladder system raised officers and a police dog up to practice a rooftop a…

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 07:45PM

Updated: Monday, May 19, 2025 10:13PM

ABQ Raw

by: newsdesk

Serial Pervert on the Loose, Man Exposed Himself to Women and Children

Albuquerque – Timothy Riha has a felony warrant for Aggravated IndecentExposure and Voyeurism. On 5/12/2025, he entered the H&M clothing store, located at theCoronado Mall, and proceeded to the fitting rooms where he stood in front of a 7-year-old girland masturbated. He then entered the Hollister store where he proceeded

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 05:43PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 09:36PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

'Operation Route 66' nets 700 arrests; no timetable given for end of operation

A multi-agency operation dedicated to cracking down on crime in the International District led to 700 arrests in three months, including a man who was arrested five times.

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 07:00PM

Updated: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 11:46AM

2025 Storm graduates with a focus on self-pride

RIO RANCHO — As the Storm of Cleveland High School class of 2025 celebrated its graduation at the Rio Rancho Events Center May 19, an oncoming storm rumbled in the distance in a fortuitous moment.

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 03:56PM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

New Mexico launches NMexus Center to boost foreign investment

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 12:00AM

Rio Rancho teen prepares for second national spelling bee in two years

RIO RANCHO — A local teen will try a second time to become the nation’s top speller when he competes with his peers in the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee later this month.

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 03:30PM

Rio Rancho schools budget includes salary increases, RioTECH funding

RIO RANCHO — Officials with Rio Rancho Public Schools are breathing a sigh of relief as they won’t have to make cuts to next year’s budget and can instead enjoy an $11 million funding increase, thanks in part to a state bill signed into law e…

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 10:54AM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

State Sen. Block on Judge Dugan indictment: 'No one is above the law'

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 12:00AM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

Albuquerque opens registration for free summer reading program

Published: Monday, May 19, 2025 12:00AM

ABQ Raw

by: newsdesk

Mass Shooting in SW Albuquerque, Three Wounded

Albuquerque – Around 10:55 PM, shots were fired in the 1260 block of Cortez Dr. SW. Albuquerque Police Department and Albuquerque Fire Rescue were dispatched to the location. Deputies from Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office were in the area and arrived on scene to find at least three people with gunshot

Published: Sunday, May 18, 2025 05:40AM

ABQ Raw

by: newsdesk

Homicide Investigation Underway Near Old Town

Albuquerque – This morning, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department responded to reports of a vehicle that crashed into the wall of a residence in the 900 block of 23rd St. N.W, which is in a neighborhood near Rio Grande Blvd and I-40 in Northwest. The 911 caller said the

Published: Sunday, May 18, 2025 03:42PM

Updated: Sunday, May 18, 2025 04:19PM

The ASK Academy graduates largest class ever

ALBUQUERQUE — The ASK Academy in Rio Rancho graduated its largest class ever Friday, a milestone officials said was made all the more significant by the fact the seniors were the first four-year cohort post-pandemic to earn diplomas.

Published: Friday, May 16, 2025 01:27PM

200 National Guard members receive sendoff at Cleveland HS ceremony

RIO RANCHO — Packed with people and feeling a little bit stuffy, the Cleveland High School gymnasium might have felt like a typical Friday afternoon student pep rally, but it was instead a chance for the families of 200 men and women of the N…

Published: Friday, May 16, 2025 06:31PM

550 re-opens after shut down at North West Loop

Update: All roadways are open as of 2:20 p.m.

Published: Thursday, May 15, 2025 11:55AM

PNM bills to increase by roughly $12 in the next year

Most New Mexicans’ monthly electricity bills will rise by roughly $12.50 within the next year.

Published: Thursday, May 15, 2025 07:21PM

RRPD Citizen's Police Academy open for registration

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Police Department is currently accepting applications for its Citizens’ Police Academy Express. The deadline to apply is June 19.

Published: Thursday, May 15, 2025 01:35PM

Remains from 2001 case identified as 1950s wrestler and actor

CUBA — Remains unearthed from a clandestine grave in the Santa Fe National Forest in Sandoval County in 2001 have been identified.

Published: Thursday, May 15, 2025 11:12AM

Measles cases confirmed in Sandoval County

BERNALILLO — Cases of the measles has been confirmed in Sandoval County, the New Mexico Department of Health announced Thursday.

Published: Thursday, May 15, 2025 12:13PM

Community gathers for fallen officer ceremony

RIO RANCHO — Veterans Monument Park was once again full of Rio Rancho’s finest for the annual Fallen Officers ceremony Thursday morning.

Published: Thursday, May 15, 2025 03:30PM

County to hold free half-day at landfill

RIO RANCHO — Sandoval County Landfill will have a free half day from 8 a.m. to noon May 17 if weather permits.

Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 02:32PM

Meadowlark to begin repaving next week

CORRALES — Meadowlark Lane in Corrales will be closed for construction starting May 22.

Published: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 11:06AM

Wymer, List to host meet 'n' greet event this weekend

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Governing Body members Paul Wymer and Nicole List are scheduled to meet with constituents Saturday in the second installment of a city-sponsored series designed to create synergy between elected representatives and com…

Published: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 09:32AM

Eagle Ridge MS announces 'unexpected' death of student

RIO RANCHO — An Eagle Ridge Middle School student has died unexpectedly, administrators announced the afternoon of May 13.

Published: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 06:53PM

Teen murder still under investigation, mom pushes for justice on Mother's Day

RIO RANCHO — It has been nearly seven months since 15-year-old Adrian Maestas was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head. Now, as his family continues to push for resolution, Rio Rancho Police Department continues to investigate.

Published: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 12:05PM

Rio Rancho schools face off in stand-alone 'SumoBot' competition

RIO RANCHO — If there ever was a correlation between sumo wrestlers and robotics, look no further than what occurred May 7 inside the gymnasium of Lincoln Middle School.

Published: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 09:38AM

Local Catholic church leaders react to first American pope

RIO RANCHO — The conclave's historic choice last week of a pope from the United States to succeed the late Pope Francis took two local Catholic Church leaders by surprise.

Published: Monday, May 12, 2025 07:00PM

Rio Rancho fire chief announces retirement, names successor

RIO RANCHO — The community in Mariposa celebrated Firefighters Appreciation Day last weekend where Rio Rancho Fire Chief James DeFillipppo announced his retirement.

Published: Sunday, May 11, 2025 06:45AM

Council tables plans for old golf course until August

RIO RANCHO — Skepticism of a developer’s plan to build housing and retail on the site of the former golf course led members of the Rio Rancho Governing Body to decide Thursday to hold off the vote on the concept until this summer.

Published: Saturday, May 10, 2025 02:59PM

Deadlocked jury causes second mistrial in murder case

BERNALILLO — After nearly six hours of deliberation Friday, the jury in the trial for Elbert Thurman Turner Jr., who is charged with two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of tampering with evidence, was deadlocked at the Sandoval C…

Published: Friday, May 09, 2025 05:00PM

RRPD arrests former fellow officer for DWI

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Police Department confirmed May 9 that a former RRPD officer and current Santa Ana Police Officer was arrested for DWI.

Published: Friday, May 09, 2025 11:10AM

Rio Rancho municipal election changes ordinance fails

RIO RANCHO — An ordinance that would have extended terms for Rio Rancho’s elected officials and done away with local spring elections failed in a vote Thursday by the Rio Rancho Governing Body.

Published: Friday, May 09, 2025 11:30AM

The ASK Academy holds a showcase for its biomedical pathway group

RIO RANCHO — The ASK Academy held its inaugural showcase for their biomedical pathway students May 1 to show off the work they completed throughout the year in an “open house-esque” event.

Published: Friday, May 09, 2025 02:51PM

Man arrested for Circle K robbery

An Albuquerque man was arrested in Rio Rancho Tuesday for allegedly robbing a local convenience store.

Published: Thursday, May 08, 2025 01:35PM

The Searchlight team is growing

Published: Wednesday, May 07, 2025 12:00AM

Cannabis executive and former cabinet secretary considering run for governor; would face Hull in primaries

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.

Published: Wednesday, May 07, 2025 05:15PM

R4Creating team looks ahead to robotics world championship

RIO RANCHO — They were, not too long ago, just three kids figuring out the name to their robotics team.

Published: Tuesday, May 06, 2025 06:00AM

Curtain Call: RRHS Dance Department holds last performance of school year

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho High School Dance Department held a Master Dance Concert at the Rio Rancho Performing Arts Center May 2.

Published: Tuesday, May 06, 2025 05:45PM

Jemez Historic Site plans Sunday Funday

JEMEZ SPRINGS — Jemez Historic Site will hold a Sunday Funday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 18 in Gisewa Pueblo.

Published: Tuesday, May 06, 2025 09:31AM

Court documents reveal state officer was involved in multiple accidents

RIO RANCHO — The New Mexico State Police officer arrested Friday afternoon was actually involved in two accidents, according to the criminal complaint filed in Sandoval County Magistrate Court.

Published: Monday, May 05, 2025 04:08PM

RRPD to hold fallen officer ceremony

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Police Department invites the community to a fallen officer ceremony at 9 a.m. May 15 at Veterans Memorial Park.

Published: Monday, May 05, 2025 02:59PM

County opens wildfire protection plan to public for review

BERNALILLO — Sandoval County Emergency Management announced May 5 that the public review period of the draft of the 2025 Sandoval County Community Wildfire Protection Plan has started and will run through May 19.

Published: Monday, May 05, 2025 03:10PM

Edgewood MOOves to Recognize Volunteers with COW Awards

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

Published: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 12:00AM

Letter to the editor: It’s common sense to restrict access to our most deadly weapons

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

Published: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 12:00AM

Estancia Valley sophomore awarded Jiffy Lube Scholarship for aspiring teaching career

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

Published: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 12:00AM

Edgewood strives to fill gap in infant safe surrender options

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

Published: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Susanna Space

Accountability goes missing at The MASTERS Program

Published: Thursday, April 24, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, April 28, 2025 12:00AM

What would Churchill do?

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

Published: Sunday, April 20, 2025 12:00AM

Pilgrims and hope

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

Published: Sunday, April 20, 2025 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Ed Williams

A teenager takes his life in foster care

Published: Wednesday, April 16, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Friday, April 18, 2025 12:00AM

Edgewood Independent

by: Kevin Hendricks, nm.news

Edgewood to host Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Hop Run/Walk

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

Published: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 12:00AM

Water Planning Committee expresses concerns about Campbell Ranch

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

Published: Monday, April 14, 2025 12:00AM

Letter to the Editor: Bassett family touched by condolences

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

Published: Monday, April 14, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, April 28, 2025 12:00AM

Josephine Clara Bassett

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

Published: Monday, April 14, 2025 12:00AM

Letter to the Editor: Bill to Outlaw Some Firearms is a Waste of Time

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

Published: Monday, April 14, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, April 28, 2025 12:00AM

Letter to the Editor: Outdoor Education is Essential for New Mexico’s Future

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

Published: Monday, April 14, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, April 28, 2025 12:00AM

Letter to the editor: Lost packages and misdelivery plague Edgewood community

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

Published: Monday, April 14, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, April 28, 2025 12:00AM

Letter to the editor: outdoor education is essential for New Mexico’s future

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

Published: Monday, April 14, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, April 28, 2025 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Molly Montgomery

The battle against federal ownership of New Mexico’s public lands

Published: Thursday, April 10, 2025 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Molly Montgomery

A long tradition of anti-federal wrath

Published: Thursday, April 10, 2025 12:00AM

Edgewood Police Department bids farewell to Chief Jimenez

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

Published: Monday, April 07, 2025 12:00AM

Edgewood father needs help caring for daughter with leukemia

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

Published: Monday, April 07, 2025 12:00AM

Should Edgewood police officers receive a pay increase?

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Hannah Grover The Edgewood Police Department is asking to increase its employees’ pay by $10 an hour. The Town Commission discussed this request last week, but ultimately chose to postpone action until a future special meeting. That special meeting will be preceded

Published: Monday, March 31, 2025 12:00AM

Harp Twins and Volfgang Twins multiply the experience at Edgewood’s Renaissance festival

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Michael Hodock For two weekends (March 29-30 and April 5-6), embark on an epic journey as the Fourth Annual New Mexico Renaissance Celtic Festival (NMRCF) transforms the Wildlife West Nature Park (87 North Frontage Rd.) in Edgewood into a land where knights

Published: Thursday, March 27, 2025 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Amanda Lavin

Should Gene Hackman’s family be granted a major exemption from New Mexico’s freedom of information law?

Published: Thursday, March 27, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, April 07, 2025 12:00AM

Wildfire Season Presents Home Insurance Challenges for East Mountain Residents

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Editor’s note: This article originally stated incorrect information about Kay’s RV in Moriarty. Kay’s RV is also a full-service RV dealership offering the sale of used 5th wheels, travel trailers and motorhomes, new Idle-Time RVs, consignment services and parts and service. By Andrea

Published: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, April 01, 2025 12:00AM

Driven by Tenacity

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Editor’s note: This article originally stated incorrect information about Kay’s RV in Moriarty. Kay’s RV is also a full-service RV dealership offering the sale of used 5th wheels, travel trailers and motorhomes, new Idle-Time RVs, consignment services and parts and service. By Andrea

Published: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, April 01, 2025 12:00AM

Madrid hatmakers launch fundraiser for Los Angeles wildfire relief effort

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Kevin Hendricks Charlie Overbey and Vanessa Dingwell, founders of Lone Hawk Hats & Honeywood Vintage in Madrid, launched a social media auction to benefit the Sweet Relief Natural Disaster Fund. The fundraiser will benefit those impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires earlier

Published: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Thursday, March 20, 2025 12:00AM

Another high wind, fire alert on tap for residents from East Mountains to Texas line

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Kevin Hendricks The Public Service Company of New Mexico is again considering a Public Safety Power Shutoff in the East Mountains on March 18. Earlier this month, PNM announced plans to shut off power to 10,000 customers in the East Mountains due

Published: Monday, March 17, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 12:00AM

COW Awards return: A moo-ving celebration of Edgewood volunteers

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Andrea Vasquez The town of Edgewood recognized the remarkable efforts of a select group of individuals through the annual COW (Community On the Way) Awards on March 13 at the Estancia Valley Classical Academy. Mayor Ken Brennan and Town Manager Nina McCracken

Published: Monday, March 17, 2025 12:00AM

Crystal Clarity, Blue Feathers

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. A new type of business has opened in the East Mountains, offering something that its owners say has been lacking in the area. Michael Valoppi and his wife, Victoria, own Blue Feather Healing and Growth Center, a business specializing in holistic energy care.

Published: Tuesday, January 07, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

Hal Crossley and the New Town of Buford, NM

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. This article is provided by the East Mountain Historical Society. Learn more at eastmountainhistory.org By Rick Holben Buford, New Mexico had its beginnings on 160 acres of land purchased in about 1937 by Hal Crossley, near what is now Old Route 66 and

Published: Friday, February 14, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

Play Ball: Little League Registration is Now Open

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Independent Staff Registration is open for the Estancia Valley Little League 2025 season. Athletes ages 4 to 12 can participate and sign up for this baseball year. Enrollment will run from Feb.28 through March 22. To register online, families can visit leagues.bluesombrero.com/estanciavalleylittleleague

Published: Wednesday, March 05, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

The Spirit of Lucy–Its Cemetery

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Denise Tessier If you’ve traveled U.S. 60 to Willard, you’ve passed the railroad town of Lucy, N.M., and likely never saw it; a tall railroad berm parallel to the highway had long kept Lucy hidden. Twelve years ago, when members of the

Published: Tuesday, January 07, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

Award-Winning Musician to Perform at Mountainair Hall of Excellence Pinto Bean Dance

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. The Town of Mountainair announced award-winning award-winning country artist Nathaniel Krantz will take the stage at the Mountainair Hall Of Excellence Pinto Bean Dance in March. The free, all-ages show set for March 29 will run from 8 p.m. to midnight at Dr.

Published: Monday, January 13, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

Remembering New Mexico First – RIP

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Diane Denish In Mid-January, New Mexico First, the non-profit public policy organization, closed its doors after 38 years. As a participant and observer of New Mexico First from the beginning I have a historical view. I served as board chair early on,

Published: Friday, February 14, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

Cedar Crest – A Century of History

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. This article is provided by the East Mountain Historical Society. Learn more at eastmountainhistory.org By Rick Holben Cedar Crest, New Mexico, is a census-designated unincorporated area in the Sandia Mountains east of Albuquerque. The US Census data recorded just under 1,000 residents in

Published: Thursday, January 30, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

Corrales MainStreet News

Published: Thursday, December 26, 2024 08:56AM

Like Uncle Bill’s $200 tip, do some unexpected good for others this holiday season

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. During the holiday season there is always a focus on charitable giving or philanthropy. Recently you might have been asked by your local non-profits or organizations to give generously on Giving Tuesday. This is charitable giving. Philanthropy is something different. Although Giving Tuesday

Published: Tuesday, December 17, 2024 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

Enchanted Soul art gallery now open in Cedar Crest

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. The beauty of the East Mountains inspired Dame Brown to open a new art gallery in Cedar Crest that has already caught the attention of locals. Brown, a New Mexico transplant who fell in love with the East Mountains community, opened Enchanted Soul

Published: Monday, October 14, 2024 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

Good news pierces gloomy headlines

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Sometimes I wonder if the job of the media, no matter which channels you select, is to keep Americans wringing their hands. It doesn’t really matter if you watch cable channels such as Fox News or MSNBC or network channels. There is always

Published: Monday, January 29, 2024 12:00AM

Updated: Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:00AM

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