It took some cooperation between agencies in New Mexico and Utah, but law enforcement officials were able to identify a teen who allegedly took a gun onto the campus of Northern New Mexico College last week.

It’s been nearly a year since the Jemez Mountains Electric Cooperative Board meeting during which Board Member and Española Mayor John Ramon Vigil was accused by Beverly Duran-Cash of going to a District 6 polling place with proxies for his candidate, but it seems that action has finally bee…

Sammy Brown works the ball between a pair of Elks in the first half of the match played Tuesday afternoon on the Chris Peterson Softball/Soccer Field in Pojoaque. Toppers won 5-0. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Brodie Miller heads the ball over the Elks defender in the first half. Photo by

COUNTY News: Voting for the 2024 General Election has begun, with early and absentee voting happening now, and Election Day Tuesday, Nov. 5. County Clerk Naomi Maestas would like to remind citizens to “Make Your Vote Count” by setting aside time to vote early or fill out and turn in

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich speaks to a crowd of Democrats gathered at a fundraiser held for him Wednesday in Los Alamos. Supporters hope all Democrats will vote Blue up and down the ticket. Early Voting is underway Monday through Friday with Saturdays added starting Oct. 19. Photo by Brad Storey

COUNTY News: The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23 in Room #330 at the Municipal Building. Members of the public may attend and provide public comment in person or view proceedings online or via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88515885437. The

A shots fired call early Saturday morning led to a vehicle pursuit that involved multiple law enforcement agencies.

The house was built 100 years ago by Española’s first mayor, F.R. Frankenberger

A man charged with first-degree murder for a killing where he allegedly instigated the fight, but didn’t fire the deadly shot, has been released pending trial.

Griffin is a guy who knows himself. This hunk of orange dreamsicle is funny and full of personality, and he loves to wrap his arms around yours ... and give a little love nibble. Griffin was found dashing away from a pack of dogs in hot pursuit, and he has

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U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the B-2 bombers targeted underground weapons storage locations in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

Monique Maes, 43, died from injuries suffered in a hit-and-run crash Tuesday evening, according to the sheriff's office.

Michael Tackett’s book, The Price of Power, draws from almost three decades of McConnell’s recorded diaries and from several years of interviews.

The Texas Supreme Court halted a scheduled execution of a man who would have become the first person in the U.S. put to death for a murder conviction tied to a diagnosis of shaken baby syndrome. Supporters of Robert Roberson, who was convicted of killing his 2-year-old daughter in 2002,

The dinner raises millions of dollars for Catholic charities and has traditionally offered presidential candidates from both parties the chance to show that they can get along — or at least pretend to for one night.

President Joe Biden says the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar by Israeli troops is a “good day for Israel, for the United States, and for the world."

The pueblo recommends placing the monument at Santa Fe National Cemetery with a reworded plaque, Tesuque Pueblo Gov. Milton Herrera wrote.

The agency opened an investigation into a "suspicious death" after a deceased infant was discovered in Agua Fría Wednesday.

City firefighters battled a blaze at a car wash structure on Sawmill Road for more than two hours early Thursday morning.

Hospital leaders are working to strengthen their relationship with the community college in hopes of hiring new nurses.

The auction is held by the Department of Public Safety. A range of state departments and local governments will take part.

The "Breaking Bad Habits" anti-litter campaign featuring actor Bryan Cranston includes TV ads and billboards across New Mexico.

Santa Fe Arcade on the Plaza recently changed hands for the first time since local real estate magnate Gerald Peter's opened it in 2004.

Her original order ignited a furor of protests, prompted calls for impeachment and widened divisions among Democratic officials.

Time has run out for NMHU's president to respond to an employee complaint, union officials say, pushing the matter toward arbitration.

Teacher vacancies have decreased by 2% over the past year but still outpace vacancies in 2019, 2020 and 2022, the report says.

Nathan Brooks, a Republican running for the Legislature, claims he's fit for office after almost 13 years of sobriety.

Argentine prosecutors say that the circumstances surrounding the death of ex-One Direction singer Liam Payne were suspicious and possibly involved drugs, though there was no sign of a third party being involved.

President Joe Biden announced the milestone on Thursday, saying his administration restored a promise to America’s teachers, firefighters, nurses and other public servants.

Local mobile veterinary service Patient Paws will resume holding lower-cost fall events starting Friday.

The Ukrainian leader’s comments raised the stakes for his Western allies as he met with European Union leaders and then NATO defense ministers to discuss his “victory plan” to end the country’s devastating war with Russia.

Nuclear power is garnering renewed attention amid growing demand for power and cleaner energy.

Hilltoppers players received roses in recognition of family members impacted by breast cancer. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com Keira Battle serves the ball. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com SPORTS News: The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers Varsity Volleyball Team hosted the Taos Tigers in a ‘Dig Pink’ game to promote Breast Cancer

Manuel Martinez, who stands accused of shooting and killing two people in an SUV about two weeks ago, will remain in jail.

New Mexico Medical Society News: The New Mexico Medical Society (NMMS) has launched the “Your Care is At Our Core” campaign in partnership with the American Medical Association (AMA) to strengthen the bond between patients and their physicians, the foundation of health care. Over the past few years, physicians have

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, left, speaking with UbiQD Founder/CEO Hunter McDaniel during his tour of UbiQD’s advanced materials and technology manufacturing facility Wednesday at 134 Eastgate Drive. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich speaks with scientists during his tour Wednesday at UbiQD. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com From the

STATE News: SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has ordered all flags in the state of New Mexico to be flown at half-staff in honor of former state senator John Arthur Smith, who passed away Oct. 7. Flags will be lowered from sunrise Oct. 18 until sundown Oct. 21.

By ALLEN MCQUISTON Jemez Insurance Agency Serving Los Alamos Since 1963 Whether you’re a new or experienced driver, here are eight auto components that require regular maintenance to help you keep your vehicle in road-ready condition: 1. Wiper blades Windshield wipers are an important component of safe driving. When it

Saturday is National Fetch Day, which is dedicated to strengthening the connection between pets and their people and having a little fun.

NRGNHA News: ALCALDE — The Northern Río Grande National Heritage Area (NRGNHA) has announced the inaugural Río Grande Sky Fiesta, set to take place Nov. 2-3, 2024, at the Los Luceros Historic Site in Alcalde. This two-day event will celebrate the beauty and culture of Northern New Mexico with spectacular

Linda Deck, center, and LANL Division Leader Community Partnerships Division Kathy Keith, center left, at the retirement open house held Wednesday, Oct. 2 where colleagues and friends gathered to honor Deck in her retirement after serving 17 years as director of the Bradbury Science Museum. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

COUNTY News: In today’s busy world, many people prefer to save time by completing their personal business online. For those folks, the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) has added online forms to its website for many of its customer requests. Staff of the DPU’s Customer Care Center recently

BLM News: Advice and recommendations will support engagement, outreach, and partnership WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking nominations for a new Federal advisory committee that will help inform how the Bureau implements the Public Lands Rule. The Committee will advise on outreach and engagement, best

Elk Ridge Mobile Home Park has plans to convert residents’ heat from natural gas to propane although the details of the plans remain a mystery. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com By KIRSTEN LASKEY Los Alamos Daily Post kirsten@ladailypost.com Yes! Communities announced at the beginning of the month that the heating for

LAPD News: The Los Alamos Police Department is hosting a swearing-in ceremony for newly promoted Cmdr. Christopher Ross and newly appointed officers Mary Barela, Perla Castanon and Melford William Hurd. The public is invited to attend this special occasion. The ceremony is scheduled at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 in

Fresh paint on the Barranca water tank has put it in the running for Tank of the Year. Courtesy/LAC COUNTY News: Engineering staff at the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) just learned that the fresh paint on the Barranca water tank put it in the running for Tank

NNSA Los Alamos Field Office Manager Ted Wyka at the Sept. 24 Los Alamos County Council meeting discusses the field office and LANL efforts to ensure safe driving. Screenshot/LAC BY KIRSTEN LASKEY Los Alamos Daily Post kirsten@ladailypost.com During a presentation to Los Alamos County Council Sept. 24, NNSA Los Alamos

Free pet vaccinations will be available through Española Humane’s Pet Amigos program.

SFCC in conjunction with the Santa Fe Stargazers have announced a Star Party to raise funds for the college's planetarium.

Amid the ongoing housing crisis in the region, officials descended on Blue Feather Road in Oshara Village on Wednesday afternoon for a look at the houses constructed for entry-level homebuyers.

While Democratic lawmakers plan to prioritize crime next year, they may not see eye to eye with the governor on the topic.

Republican Nathan Brooks is running for the House District 68 seat against Democratic incumbent Rep. Charlotte Little.

The first step to clean up a plume of leaked jet fuel is coming to a close. The investigatory period has lasted 24 years, after the contamination was discovered in 1999.

The subsidy cutoff, previously 300% of the federal poverty level, will expand to 400% in 2025, state regulators said.

Deputies seized a vehicle they believe was being driven in the crash after receiving a call about a "suspicious vehicle" with front-end damage.

A recent fire in Pecos destroyed two families' homes as well as multiple vehicles. No injuries were reported.

The discourse about patients who are poor, disabled or lonely shows a fraught process where medical professionals test the limits of what warrants euthanasia.

Check out what's going on in and around Santa Fe this weekend.

The court on Wednesday rejected a push from Republican-led states and industry groups to block the Environmental Protection Agency rule.

Attorneys for 1,353 people who allege that they suffered horrific abuse at the hands of local Catholic priests reached the settlement after months of negotiations with the archdiocese.

It came after the district attorney announced that prosecutors are reviewing new evidence to determine whether they should be serving life sentences.

The spokesperson for the Security Ministry of Buenos Aires municipality said police were dispatched to the hotel in response to an emergency call about an “aggressive man” and Payne “had thrown himself from the balcony of his room.”

Miguel Angel Treviño Morales, known by the alias “Zeta 40,” has been in prison in Mexico since his arrest in 2013.

As the 2024 general election quickly approaches and early ballots start coming in, some attention has turned to newly eligible teenage voters …

1. Crews respond to wildfire on Pueblo Peak Crews are responding to a wildfire on Taos Pueblo land near Pueblo Peak, smoke from which became v…

In a meeting filled by hubbub from the county's first early voting location — the county commission chambers — the Taos County Commission sped through an agenda filled with consequential

Calm, cooperative weather means prescribed burns are ongoing in North-Central New Mexico, including a collaboratively-led broadcast burn that was scheduled for ignition Tuesday (Oct. 15) on New …

The recall includes foods sold at Costco, Trader Joes, Target, Walmart, Kroger and other stores.

The ancient Romans knew it was toxic, but used lead extensively in infrastructure and every day products; lead powder has been an ingredient in makeup at least since the times

Driving through Taos, some residents have taken notice of the growing number of gas stations dotting the main drag in recent years. There are approximately 11 gas stations around the

Red River hosted its 19th annual Oktoberfest from Oct. 11 – 13 in Brandenburg Park, a three-day celebration featuring a festive array of craft beer, wine, spirits, entertainment, artisanal vendors,

Election day is less than three weeks away, and for those who can’t wait, early voting is available through Nov. 2. There aren’t many conteste…

After months of backlash from local businesses struggling with decreased sales they say are associated with the ongoing U.S. 64 – NM 68 Paseo …

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Crews responded to a wildfire on Taos Pueblo land near Pueblo Peak last Saturday (Oct. 12), smoke from which became visible in the Taos Valley in the early afternoon. No

Taos Lifestyle, a local home goods retailer in Taos, will begin offering appliances starting Saturday (Oct. 19). The retailer, located at 815 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, will offer washers, dryers,

With piñon picking and prescribed burns underway in Taos County, another familiar mark of fall has stepped forward — this one, eight-legged. F…

This week on the Voices of Taos podcast, Producer Laura Martin Baseman gives listeners an inside look at the Taos News' biggest event of the y…

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Oct. 9-13. Oct. 9 11:50 p.m. Theft of …

Taos County could be on track to break early voting records this general election. A steady stream of county residents has flowed into the cou…

There was a light show over Northern New Mexico Thursday night (Oct. 10) — of the geomagnetic variety. The aurora borealis was visible across parts of the Northern Hemisphere as

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Oct. 7 – 13. Animals currently in care: 87 Total intakes year-to-da…

On the heels of the first freeze of the season Tuesday night (Oct. 15), when temperatures dropped as low as 27 degrees in parts of the upper R…

It costs between $50 and $100 to produce a pound of a product containing forever chemicals. But if those chemicals infect a public water syste…

It was almost Thanksgiving. My mom, dad, brother, sister, and I were all in the kitchen cooking for the holiday. Suddenly, my mom dropped a spoon, and her whole body

Both companies are seeking new sources of carbon-free electricity to meet increasing demand from data centers and artificial intelligence.

Wells impacted by Cannon Air Force Base are a priority site for PFAS cleanups. But questions remain for a local community affected by the chemicals.

October's supermoon is the closest of the year and it's teaming up with a comet for a rare stargazing two-for-one.

The three-year old giant pandas, named Bao Li and Qing Bao, were flown from China to Dulles International Airport in suburban Virginia, with a refueling stop in Alaska.

With only three weeks until Election Day, the challenger in the 2nd Congressional District says she wouldn't support a national ban; Vasquez says record shows otherwise.

Program manager Nicole Ault said the unit created to take some nonviolent calls off of police has struggled with a staffing shortage, which has been fixed.

Police say Javin Garcia, 35, robbed another man while wielding a machete Monday morning near Santa Fe Railyard Park.

El Vecino keeps his eye on the produce/fruit that thrived during the gardening year and dubs it “the year of plenty.”

A 20-year-old Velarde man has been indicted by a Rio Arriba County grand jury on charges related to alleged child rape for allegedly getting a 12-year-old girl pregnant.

One of the three people who pleaded guilty to helping to kidnap, torture and kill a woman as revenge for the fraudulent use of a debit card was sentenced to 12 years in prison in August.

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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.

Scott Taylor said he was blocked from building an eye clinic in Artesia, despite months of site work, by a state regulation requiring new homes and buildings be outfitted with a power supply to charge electric vehicles.

A woman got one of her stolen bicycle back after a man was found riding it Sept. 13 near Southwest Cannabis on North Riverside Drive.

A 23-year-old Española woman was bound over to District Court in a case where she allegedly hit a police car while being chased for running a stop sign, but a district court judge cast doubt on the strength of the case brought against her.

The 2024 general election is a consequential one at the federal level, but for Taos countians, all but one state- and county-level race was de…

Tres Piedras #1 (Tres Piedras Fire House) 38391 U.S. 285 Tres Piedras, NM 87577 Costilla #2 (Costilla Parish Hall) 16 Garcia Road Costilla, …

Oct. 8: Last day to register to vote by mail or online for the primary election, before 5 p.m. Oct. 8: First day of absentee/early voting a…