ALBUQUERQUE — A previously deported Mexican national, together with his Hobbs‑based distributor and her associates, has been charged in federal court with running a methamphetamine and fentanyl trafficking network that brought large quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl and armed drug dealers into the Hobbs community.

Adelaida GuzmanIdy went with our Lord and Savior on February 13, 2026 Idy resided in Elko NV where she lived after losing her husband Tony Guzman. Idy also…

Troy Weisler will step down March 13 as the state prepares to name his successor

'State of the County' address attributes GRT spike to Project Jupiter

BLOOMFIELD – Six years ago, Caylee Miller stepped onto a wrestling mat for the first time and instantly knew she had found her place. Since then, she has pushed herself relentlessly, mastering new techniques and rising among New Mexico’s standout athletes. In just a few short years, prep girls wrestling

Newcomer Ndidiamaka 'Didi' Okpareke wins strong support to challenge Melanie Stansbury for Congress

Sponsor Nichole Rogers said legislation gives local Black community 'a seat at the table'

LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M. —A woman faces a felony charge, after she allegedly falsified her voter registration form in order to vote in last week's Village of Ruidoso municipal election.According to court documents, Sinoon Om changed her voter registration from a Ruidoso Downs address to a Ruidoso address. That change allowed

Neil McCasland was reported missing on Friday morning

ALBUQUERQUE – Allyson Tsosie and Haylee Nocki each scored 24 points for Kirtland Central in a 68-25 rout over Lovington in Tuesday’s quarterfinal round win over Lovington. The top-seed in the Class 4A state tournament led from start to finish in a game that was never really close, vaulting the

After trailing for more than three quarters, and being down by as many as nine points late in the third, the Cobre High School Indians basketball team rallied in the final quarter of play to defeat the Dexter Demons 46-43, Tuesday morning in Rio Rancho. The win moves the Indians

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined a group of children, parents and educators at a Santa Fe preschool Tuesday morning to sign her free, universal child care initiative into law. “I really wanted something that would create a sea change for families and children in New Mexico,” Lujan Grisham

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. —Construction crews have started work on the intersection of Rossmoor Road SW and Second Street as part of the ongoing Rio Bravo and Second Street Intersection Improvement Project.Rossmoor Road will be closed at Second Street from March 11–20, with access maintained via Rio Bravo Boulevard.AdvertisementThe project aims

Albuquerque police say license plate readers helped them arrest a second teen accused in a murder investigation.

Grants, N.M. - Celebrating the rich legacy of the Mother Road, America’s Main Street, the Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit will be on view in Grants, NM…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Serving a community means getting out to meet with people to understand them and help them understand the mechanisms available to meet their needs, the second candidate for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president said during his campus visit last week. Carlos Rey Romero,

Lower-than-projected revenue levels could force state to tap cash reserves to balance budget

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. —Bernalillo County is hosting a virtual job fair for people looking for work.The online hiring event runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on March 11 and allows job seekers to explore open positions, visit department booths and connect directly with recruiters and hiring managers.AdvertisementDozens of jobs

In NM, Lynette Pino of Tesuque Pueblo says she has something in common: Her son remains missing nearly 18 years after leaving home to visit his father

ALBUQUERQUE — A previously convicted felon was sentenced to 100 months in prison following multiple encounters with law enforcement, which resulted in the recovery of …

KIRTLAND – The opening night of the 2026 state girls basketball tournament was a time of celebration inside Bronco Arena at Kirtland Central High School. While the top-ranked Broncos ran away from first-round opponent Goddard, many in attendance came to celebrate past champions. At halftime, the school honored the 25th

Bills target literacy and math instruction, create a state Office of Special Education, lower health insurance costs for teachers and increase teacher resident salaries

Agency says 40-year-old experienced medical emergency, died at a hospital after officers used a Taser during arrest on I-40

Democratic gubernatorial candidate proposes revamping CYFD, creating a statewide behavioral health and community safety department

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Senate Bill 73 'is a good start to achieving safer roads,' Lujan Grisham says

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - The first full week of March brought steady, earlyspring conditions for local anglers, even as fishing reports slowed down again.…

The Grant County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that occurred early Friday morning. According to a press release and the weekly activity report from the Sheriff’s Office, a man was struck by a vehicle at about 1 a.m.

All five members back war powers limits on Trump’s Iran campaign, citing constitutional concerns.

Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, which has 11 Republicans and nine Democrats, to vote on Pearce’s nomination Wednesday

Funding to provide state-subsidized child care will come primarily from $11 billion trust fund

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Things are looking up for third-grade reading in New Mexico's largest public school district.Grade-level reading for third graders in Albuquerque Public Schools is now almost 40%, up from 32% last year. All groups of third graders have improved their reading, including students identified in the landmark Yazzie-Martinez lawsuit.AdvertisementThe

Mark Zuckerberg contends Meta ended time goals for teenage users

Friday morning emergency landing attempt left another person critically injured

Albuquerque - Just before 7:00 PM, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were sent to the 440 block of Barberry St SW in reference to an purported stabbing. When officers arrived, they found a person with a stab wound to an extremity. Officers applied a tourniquet and provided medical aid

Hundreds call for accountability and answers

Administrative issues and poor student behavior top concerns

Duke City Lowrider Bike Program teaches kids to build custom bikes

David Quintana has worked for the department for over two decades, most recently as Programs and Infrastructure Division director

‘We’re kind of dependent on hope,’ UNM fire ecologist says

LAS CRUCES, N.M. —A viral video of animal abuse had a silver lining: it ensured that the perpetrator will have plenty of time to think about what he did.Third Judicial District Attorney Fernando Macias said Luis Javier Cobos' 18-month jail sentence was the direct result of a video posted online

ALBUQUERQUE – The third-seeded Albuquerque Academy girls basketball team inched clear in the final three quarters of Tuesday’s quarterfinal game against Shiprock, topping the Chieftains by a score of 63-44 at The Pit. Led by a trio of double-digit scorers, the Chargers outscored the Chieftains 38-24 over the course of

In a new interactive series, community members pressed DA and gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman on juvenile crime, gun violence and how New Mexico can deliver justice for victims

SUNLAND PARK – Marking Canyon and jockey Aldo Arboleda pulled off an upset Sunday, winning the 21st running of the $80,000 Albert and Henry Dominguez Memorial Stakes for older New Mexico-bred thoroughbreds at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino. Trained by Leroy Fincher for owners Leroy and Maureen Fincher, Marking Canyon

This week's Athlete of the Week is Harlow Kiyite of the Lady Pirates basketball team.Harlow a freshman at Grants High School and has been a strong team player…

GRANTS, N.M. – The Grants City Council will hold a special meeting at noon Wednesday, March 11, to conduct a public hearing and vote on the qualifications and…

Rio Rancho police report outlines moments before fatal collision during I-40 traffic stop

Timing of the full Senate vote is now in the hands of Senate Majority Leader John Thune

Reyes 'Ray'Margarito OlivasReyes 'Ray' Margarito Olivas, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 88,…

Barrett: 'You want a judge of strong character because I think you need to have a judge that can withstand pressure from the outside'

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A good yard sale attracts a crowd, and that’s just what Silver Consolidated Schools found when it opened up the basement of Sixth Street Elementary School on Saturday, offering items from the school’s past for free. Superintendent William Hawkins said there were so many

Prosecutors say gunman did not know the driver

Albuquerque City Clerk's Office inundated with requests while state task force searches for solutions

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Early March data shows Cibola County entering a critical stretch of the water year with no snowpack in the mountains.Precipitation over…

Faced with a decade of economic shifts and a future full of hard choices, San Juan County leaders and residents packed Artifacts 302 in downtown Farmington to help chart the region’s next chapter. Deputy county manager Steven Saavedra welcomed an unexpectedly large crowd of local officials, community organizations and engaged

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – State and federal officials are warning New Mexicans to stay alert as two separate scams continue circulating: Social Security…

While yoga’s downward dog is great for stretching the lower back, puppy yoga is great at tickling the funny bone. The Farmington Regional Animal Shelter has begun offering “puppy yoga,” with the next scheduled event to be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Farmington Recreation Center, 1101

Sunday winner heads to national competition in April

A judge sentenced a man convicted of shooting and killing a food delivery driver in Albuquerque just days before Christmas in 2024.

Prosecutors say Meta has failed to disclose what it knew about the harmful effects of its platforms

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Police Department arrested 17-year-old Jesus Avila Gonzalez late Monday for the murder of Ethan Cruz, 17, in January. The incident occurred during an attempt to sell a firearm, according to APD. He is under 18 and due to the lack of any substantial criminal justice reform

ALBUQUERQUE — When Sandia National Laboratories scientists Ryan Davis and Nathan Bays set out to find a better way to absorb and degrade PFAS in water sources, they ke…

From Glenrio to Manuelito, the centennial Mother Road reveals the stories behind New Mexico’s most distinctive town names

Lujan Grisham says newly signed bill will make New Mexico more desirable for health professionals

Legislation backed by law enforcement officials set to take effect in July

DNA and forensic genealogy determine identity of woman found dead by suicide in a Northeast Albuquerque motel room in 1991

Jesus Lopez Jr. pleaded guilty to a pornography charge last year

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Bayard City Council approved a resolution supporting an application to the state’s Colonias Infrastructure Fund for the survey and design of several streets during their regular meeting Wednesday. City Clerk-Treasurer Martha Salas highlighted why particular streets were chosen for this application cycle, saying

Judge writes that delay could provide time to negotiate a plea deal with Sheryl Williams Stapleton

Testimony begins in lawsuit stemming from 2021 self-inflicted shooting death

Bregman campaign accuses rival of dodging tough questions as primary election nears

APD says 17-year-old held for murder in January shooting during gun sale attempt

Both sides in 6-year-old foster care case say state compliance with reforms should endure beyond Dec. 31

CARLSBAD — Federal officials are readying nuclear waste from Idaho for disposal at a repository near Carlsbad.

NM Department of Health confirms additional measles case in southern detention facilities, bringing statewide total to six this year

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff While the numbers of Mexican gray wolves again increased in 2025, both conservationists and a Catron County rancher say not enough is being done to manage the species — although each group cited different reasons. Last month, the New Mexico Department of Game and

Broom takes over following Chief Troy Weisler’s departure; Capt. Bryan Waller named interim deputy chief

Former U.S. Interior secretary gets 73.5% in bid for nomination in governor's race

Albuquerque Fire Rescue leadership and council agree, though union still faces alleged labor board violations

The Hurley Town Council hired Aaron Ordoñez for an open patrolman position during a special meeting Wednesday, but tabled consideration of Marcus Salas for a second open patrol position until their regular meeting on March 10. Police Chief Kevin Vigil said that he was the only officer in the department

Roughly 50% of New Mexico’s state revenue comes from taxing oil and gas sales in the Permian Basin

SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday signed four education bills, putting years of investment and measurable student gains int…

Volunteers fan out each spring to work on the Albuquerque Rose Garden

The single-engine Cessna 400 was attempting an emergency landing, authorities say

City also elects four city councilors, municipal judge in one of 7 holdouts from Local Election Act

New Mexico Department of Justice says search carried out after current ranch owner granted access

Over the past year, GOP leaders and the Trump administration have used a law known as the Congressional Review Act to push for coal mining in Montana, oil drilling in Alaska and copper mining in Minnesota, while also attempting to reverse protections for a national monument in Utah. The rarely

Former student: 'He impacted so many people through his teaching, through his directing, through his acting'

Two dozen attorneys general move to invalidate tariffs after Supreme Court shot down previous wave last month

RIO RANCHO – The Navajo Prep girls basketball team, ranked No. 1 in the 3A classification for much of the season, will be returning to the semifinals of the NMAA state tournament after pulling clear of eighth-seeded Tohatchi by a final of 48-33 Tuesday night at the Rio Rancho Events

ALBUQUERQUE – Trailing by four points heading into the second, the Volcano Vista High girls basketball team rallied to secure a 57-52 win Tuesday night over Farmington in the quarterfinals of the Class 5A state basketball tournament at The Pit in Albuquerque. The 10th-seeded Hawks outscored the No. 2 seed

Next Monday, the Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education will begin what is expected to be a series of public meetings discussing the fate of its two elementary school buildings that will close at the end of this school year. The special board meeting will be at 5 p.m. Monday

Crowd of challengers included five Republicans, two Democrats

Keller: Police chief search down to seven candidates, hopes to have interview process 'wrapped up' in six weeks

Proposed collaboration centered on amphitheatre near Las Cruces

SANTA FE — New Mexico Medicaid now covers traditional healing practices for Native American Medicaid members in participating Tribes, Nations …

The Silver High School Lady Colts basketball team tried to rally late against the Lady Bengals of Gallup High School, but came up short in a 48-38 decision. The second-seeded Lady Bengals built their lead to as many as 21 points in the third quarter, but Silver, the seventh-seed, would

Cause of fatal early morning blaze remains under investigation with State Fire Marshal's Office

'Not one person screamed or freaked out or anything,' traveler says

A real debate or a three ring circus? The one and only "debate" that Dem gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland has agreed to participate in with opponent Sam Bregman is in fact not a debate but one of the oddest set-ups for a candidate face-off ever seen in these enchanted parts.The

Suit alleged that Albuquerque police failed to investigate a double homicide thoroughly, leading to another

No officers were injured, authorities say

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff A public survey for Bayard residents is now available, seeking input on what the city will do with the 675-acre Foy property which it acquired last year. The survey will close March 16, and the city also plans to host a visioning workshop March

Navajo Nation to be program's first participant

Students identified in Yazzie-Martinez case continue to lag behind others

FARMINGTON, N.M. —One person is dead following a shooting involving officers with the Farmington Police Department.According to Farmington Police, officers were sent to a domestic violence call on the 11oo block of Hines Road in Farmington. Police say a shooting happened and the suspect died at the scene.AdvertisementNo officers were

Albuquerque - APD arrested a suspect in last week’s road raging shooting that resulted in injuries to two people in the area of 800 Coors Blvd., N.W. He was taken into custody after an APD SWAT standoff on March 10th, 2026 near a home by West Mesa High School Detectives

A key south-side connector in Santa Fe, the intersection will be completely closed while crews drill 13-foot foundations for a new traffic signal.

A Santa Fe couple says police kicked down their door and burst into their home with guns drawn over a false report.

The Sandoval agency has dogs trained in detecting human remains, a drone and firefighters specializing in "heavy technical rescues."

“Country” Joe McDonald, a hippie rock star of the 1960s whose “I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-To-Die Rag” was a four-lettered rebuke to the Vietnam Wa…

Joye, retired police Lt. David Webb and retired sheriff's Lt. Michael Martinez vie to lead an agency that has been in the national spotlight.

Instagram head Adam Mosseri testified in court Tuesday, rejecting claims the company prioritizes profits over child safety.

There are going to be some competitive Democratic primaries for sheriff in Santa Fe, Rio Arriba and San Miguel counties.

The pseudonymous Facebook gossiper went dark over the summer after facing a harassment complaint from City Councilor Amanda Chavez.

Albuquerque Police say they arrested a suspect from last week’s road rage shooting that injured two people near Coors Boulevard.

Delegates at the Democratic Party of New Mexico's pre-primary convention showed broad support for Deb Haaland in the governor's race.

Russia and Ukraine have made competing claims about who is gaining ground, as Russian strikes keep hitting Ukrainian cities and U.S.-backed ta…

Clouds are moving through the Albuquerque area but rain chances are very low and most of it will stay south Tuesday.

New Mexico's governor also signed SB 96 on Tuesday, a measure streamlining zoning laws related to opening child care centers.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed universal child care into law on Tuesday, making New Mexico the first state in the nation to do so.

Bernalillo County confirms that former sheriff Phil Snedeker is officially running against John Allen for the position of Bernalillo County sheriff.

ALBUQUERQUE — A Carlsbad man is facing federal charges after allegedly firing a rifle at an Eddy County Sheriff’s Office deputy responding to a call last fall.

A suspect is dead and no one else was injured after a shooting Tuesday morning involving Farmington police officers.

A Pacific cold front is moving into western and central New Mexico, bringing breezy northwest winds to the Rio Grande Valley and areas west.

ISLETA PUEBLO, N.M. —A small plane had to make an emergency landing Saturday after taking off at the Belen Regional Airport.The 1958 Piper Comanche experienced single-engine trouble shortly after take-off, but was able to land safely. No one was hurt.AdvertisementFlightAware.com showed that the plane set down near the Rio Puerco.

SANTA FE, N.M. —Oil and gas production has showered New Mexico with riches.But when the production ends, inactive wells continue to pollute air and water across the state, according to a lawsuit filed Monday in New Mexico District Court by environmental groups.AdvertisementThe Center for Biological Diversity, San Juan Citizens Alliance,

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. —An early morning fire broke out at the McDonald's in Alamogordo.The Alamogordo Fire Department said its units responded to South White Sands Boulevard and found an active fire inside the building. The fire was contained after starting around 6 a.m. Tuesday, March 10.AdvertisementThe investigation found the fire was

Albuquerque's Route 66 arches to be restored by May after two years of darkness, addressing community concerns and centennial celebrations.

The department confirmed the use of the emergency funds but declined to specify the amount.

A New York federal judge is urging over two dozen states to settle their antitrust claims against Ticketmaster and its parent company this wee…

The NMAA tournament has many teams hoping to advance to Friday and Saturday.

A broken bus shelter on Coors near Paseo del Norte remains unrepaired after a car went off the road, knocking a divider out of place and blocking the sidewalk.

ALBUQUERQUE — More than 16 Soldiers from the New Mexico Army National Guard’s 1115th Transportation Company responded to a plane crash on the Los Altos Golf Course on Friday.

Work is happening during the day now and will switch to overnight from March 17 through 26, according to a news release.

We're showing our Love 4 Pets with three pals looking to make your home their home – Zelda, Keedo and Hunt.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A suspect was arrested after an apparent shooting threat led to a business undergoing a shelter in place in Albuquerque.Court documents show a mother called 988, a suicide prevention hotline, to state her son was armed with a firearm and made threats toward the staff of Sage Neuroscience

Some people's hair is thin and oily, some may be curly and brittle. There are countless variations, and the best shampoo and how often you use it depend on what kind of hair you have.KOAT health expert Abinash Achrekar, M.D., best known as Dr. Ash, says one size does not

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 3 and March 9, 2026: Aubrey Douglas, Criminal Damage to Property. Trudy P. Lucero, Aggravated First DWI (Refused to Submit to Chemical Testing), Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Failure to Maintain Traffic

A man will spend the next 18 months in prison for abusing two Basset Hound dogs last year in Las Cruces.

For both of the New Mexico-based national labs, scores based on evaluations stayed relatively flat from the previous year.

Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Tanya Tucker will perform at the 2026 New Mexico State Fair, officials announced Tuesday.

Iran launched new attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries, while Israel bombed Iran and Lebanon.

Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris are advancing to an April 7 runoff for Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former U.S. House seat in Georgia.

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) is warning residents about a scam involving a fake court notice that is being distributed by text message an…

Pope Leo XIV says a Chaldean Catholic bishop has resigned after he was arrested while trying to leave the U.S. following accusations that he e…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —South Valley teen Cheyenne Anderson used her passion for art and poetry to publish a book celebrating the area she grew up in.Anderson had a homecoming moment as she went back to Armijo Elementary School to read her book aloud to students.AdvertisementThe book,South Valley: The Poetry and Art

Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland captured 74% of New Mexico Democratic delegates’ votes over the weekend at the state party’s preprimary convention. Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland captured 74% of New Mexico Democratic delegates’ votes over the weekend at the state party’s preprimary convention. Former U.S. Interior Secretary

SANTA FE — New Mexico is accepting public comment until March 18 on proposed housing recovery efforts on floodplains for homes in Lincoln and Chaves counties.

Dozens gathered to support a proposed ordinance prohibiting immigration enforcement on city property, aiming to create safer spaces for all residents.

The judge says inmates must be allowed to receive Prison Legal News while a censorship lawsuit is pending.

New Mexico Medicaid now covers traditional healing practices for certain Native American Medicaid members.

LAS VEGAS —A house fire that began in the early hours of Saturday, March 7, tragically took the lives of three young adults in their early 20s, a City of Las Vegas social media news release said.Both the Las Vegas Fire Department and Las Vegas Police Department responded around 2:37

Police arrested another suspect for killing another 17-year-old while allegedly trying to sell a gun to them at an Albuquerque gas station.

Longtime U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson has won the Democratic nomination for Mississippi’s 2nd Congressional District.

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SANTA FE — New Mexico parents who are behind on child support payments may be denied hunting or fishing licenses under the state’s Parental Responsibility Act.

The Western New Mexico University Mustangs will be playing in the NCAA Division II national tournament. Sixty-four teams received invitations to play in the tournament, which gets underway Saturday. “This is a historic moment for our university,” WNMU interim Athletic Director Matt Enriquez said. “For the first time in program

HaalandDeb Haaland easily overpowered Sam Bregman at the Democratic party preprimary convention at the Inn of the Mountain Gods this weekend, besting the BernCo District Attorney by winning the votes of 733 delegates for 73.52 percent of the vote. Bregman managed only 264 votes or 26.48 percent. The lopsided, decisive

Arrowhead Center at New Mexico State University has been awarded $450,000 through the New Mexico Entrepreneurship Programmatic Support Grant, administered by the New M…

Albuquerque police are searching for a man they say uses his dog to assist in retail thefts, targeting stores like Lululemon, Northface, and AutoZone.

Establishing local behavioral health services is among the agenda items the Roswell City Council is scheduled to consider this week. The councilors’ regular monthly me…

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In this edition of Kenny's Got the Score, we're looking at the last regular season basketball game for the Lobos, and what's coming next for them in the Mountain West tournament.

Filing day for the 2026 primary election cycle took place Tuesday, March 10, locking in a wide range of candidates seeking seats in the New Mexico Legislature. With paperwork submitted to the Secretary of State’s Office by the afternoon deadline, dozens of state House races across the state are now

Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman announced recent developments in two major criminal cases and promoted an upcoming public discussion hosted by the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce.

By MIKAELA JOHNSON Daily Press Correspondent A bill mandating evidence-based reading instruction was signed into law Monday by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The measure codifies literacy standards in New Mexico schools, including dyslexia screenings, parent notification of students’ struggles, strengthening educator preparation programs and allocating around $14 million of the

A mother-daughter duo is preserving and spreading Northern New Mexico pride in Chimayo. Tonight we are Paying it 4ward to Jolene and Hallie Vigil for their cultural efforts.

New Mexico has expanded its Medicaid program to include coverage for traditional healing practices for Native American members. State officials say this move supports culturally relevant care and advances health equity. The benefit was developed in partnership with tribal leaders and community advocates.

The chance to perform regularly without leaving the state is a huge plus for New Mexico comics, says Gian Carlo of Santa Fe's Lazy Cat Cartel.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation, but officials do not suspect foul play was involved in igniting the blaze.

In the race for secretary of state, Santa Fe County Clerk Katharine Clark finished first, followed by Doña Ana County Clerk Amanda López Askin.

One-lane traffic will be directed as needed as contractors remove "humps on the roadway shoulders" between Rabbit Road and Avenida del Sur.

The current owners of the Santa Fe County property gave consent to conduct the search, department spokesperson Lauren Rodriguez said.

A variety of factors are driving up fuel prices, including the military action the U.S. and Israel began Feb. 28 against Iran, AAA New Mexico …

The New Mexico Forestry Division reported the Cummings Fire was discovered just before 4:30 p.m. Monday.

The defense attorney asked the judge last week to dismiss the case based because of the late disclosure of a key witness.

Two teen brothers in a nationally recognized mariachi band in South Texas have been released from immigration custody after bipartisan critici…

A boy who died in a car crash Saturday outside Santa Fe was identified in dispatch records as 15-year-old Antonio Montoya.

Stanley, NM - On March 9th, 2026, just a day after a protest outside the former Zorro Ranch, it is now being searched by local law enforcement. According to an email we received by the New Mexico Department of Justice, they sent New Mexico State Police and Sandoval County Sheriff's

Albuquerque – The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office remains committed to pursuing justice, and starting March 9, 2026, six new jury trials will be taking place in Bernalillo County. Alberto Villanueva Caprio Case Number: D-202-CR-2021-01400 Criminal Sexual Penetration in the Second Degree (Child 13-18) (Force or Coercion) x3 Manufacturing Visual

The Lebanese parliament has extended its term by two years due to the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, which has pushed the region into an escalatin…

Some cities in New Mexico could experience record-shattering highs this week, while wind gusts and minimal precipitation pose the risk of crit…

United States Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett did not envision a career as a judge. Rather, the former law professor and mother of seven children, was “really more thinking about how to balance a career as a lawyer and being kind of a two-career family and having young children

Jury selection has begun in the trial of four men charged in the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse. They are charged with …

The Las Vegas Fire Department, along with the Las Vegas Police Department, responded to a structure fire at approximately 2:37 AM on Saturday, March 7, 2026, on the 1300 Block of Pecos Street. Crews arrived to find smoke and flames visible and immediately began suppression efforts. A primary search of

The Justice Department says it's reached a settlement in its antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and its parent company, California-based L…

On the surface, Akash Dighe’s transition from working as a mechanical engineer to opening a recording studio and crafting musical equipment mi…

Residents who wish to receive public safety power shutoff alerts need to make sure their contact information is correct by checking their PNM account.

Former New Mexico poet laureate and author Lauren Camp joins "Conversations Different" to discuss the release of a new poetry book called Is I…

The Santa Fe domestic abuse shelter's leader discussed the plans Monday during a visit by U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández.

The deadline to apply for the Economic Development Department grants, which top out at $150,000, is Thursday, April 2.

The same technology that can concentrate wealth and power can also help build stronger communities. Rulebooks are choices.

A judge found Ricky Romero not competent to stand trial and a danger to the community, on Aug. 26, ordering him to be committed to the state’s mental hospital in Las Vegas.

Joe Biden’s ex-U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland secured a dominant share of support from Democrat Party insiders at the New Mexico Democrat Party’s pre-primary convention, easily defeating Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman in the race for the party’s gubernatorial nomination. Delegate voting placed the far-left Democrat far ahead of

A judge approved arrest warrants against Brian Lemus-Baez and Veronica Vazquez, who both face charges from the incident.

Former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull reset the race for the '26 GOP gubernatorial nomination in Ruidoso Saturday by chalking up a formidable 57 percent preprimary convention win in the five way race for placement on the June 2 primary ballot. (All convention results here.) Hull, who received 239 of

Eddie was also honored for his 10th-grade Personal Project focused on understanding unhoused individuals and immigrants.

Violations of the New Mexico Food Code are often corrected on-site during an inspection. Some require a reinspection within three business days.

Public aquatic venues are regulated according to the New Mexico Administrative Code and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Model A…

Criminals destroyed the obelisk more than five years ago. City politicians need to stop talking and replace the memorial.

The brother of Epstein victim Virginia Roberts Giuffre said his sister spoke of New Mexico's beauty, despite the "house of horrors" she endured.

The Trump administration’s campaign to end “wokeness” in the military is reshaping its relationship with U.S. higher education.

Geologist Fraser Goff shares how the rare volcanic tuff formations came to be in this whimsical pocket Santa Fe National Forest.

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has now signed 48 of the 74 bills the Legislature passed during the legislative session that concluded Feb. 19, 2026. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has now signed 48 of the 74 bills the Legislature passed during the legislative session that concluded Feb.

TA Rodeo and family members of the victims identified them in social media posts as Austin Apodaca, 22; Geno Gonzales, 21; and Desiree Trujillo, 21.

Barrett's visit, presented by St. John's College and the University of New Mexico School of Law, is part of a tour for her book.

Investigators determined the vehicle likely had been traveling over 100 mph on Southfork Road south of Santa Fe when the driver lost control a…

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Darby is 1-year-old, 58 lbs. and already at the top of her class. She’s a bright, bouncy beauty with signature rear-to-ear wiggles and a “let’s go!” attitude toward life. Loves other dogs, prefers a feline-free fan club and is made of loyalty, smarts and sunshine. After nearly eight weeks of…

Republican and Democrat activists gathered in southern New Mexico over the weekend for their respective pre-primary conventions, marking a key step in shaping the candidate fields ahead of the June 2 primary elections. While Democrats met in Mescalero and continued tallying votes through the weekend, Republicans convened in nearby Ruidoso,

This week on "Voices of Taos," editor Geoffrey Plant sits down with Audra Rogers, band leader, vocalist and rhythm guitarist for the band Big Violet. Rogers talks about her musical influences — everything from classic rock to Mozart — and the...

‘Reaching new heights’ Final beam placed at future Heizer Middle School Andy Brosig/News-Sun It’s …

Prosecutors dismissed a felony charge against a restaurant owner accused by a New Mexico State Police officer of deleting surveillance footage that had been the subject of a subpoena in a liquor law violation investigation.

A federal grand jury indicted a Dulce man on Jan. 21, on charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and assault resulting in serious bodily injury for an alleged attack involving a knife and a table.

A group of New Mexico lawmakers representing southeastern districts talked about the results of the 2026 legislative session, which ended on Feb. 19.

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Gila Regional Medical Center will have a new operating room director, officials of the county-owned hospital announced at their board of trustees’ regular meeting Wednesday. Chief Nursing Officer Ron Green reported that Erin Winters will serve as the new OR director starting Monday. Green

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By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Bit by bit, the garden at La Plata Middle School is coming back to life. Chickens peck at insects and food scraps scattered in future garden and compost beds. The pond has a new liner, and a greenhouse is starting to take shape. The

ALBUQUERQUE — The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is $3.08 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch. That pri…

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The final candidate for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president wasted no time Wednesday, opening his comments at the public meet-and-greet with exactly what he thought WNMU needs. Mario Martinez, the provost and vice president of academic affairs at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado, was the last of the

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell (ENMU-R) announced the appointment of Craig R. Leager as the new vice president of Academic and Student Affairs, effective July 1.

Local and state officials are warning about a scam in which New Mexican residents are told they owe money for unpaid tolls, despite there being no toll roads in the state.

Front page of the March 2, 1938 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the March 2, 1938 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. While assisting the Y.M.C.A. and Commercial club joint committee in preparing its report for the Loyal Order of Moose, William E. Gortner came across

A Taos jury found Cesar Garcia not guilty in a case where he allegedly stabbed a man with a screwdriver last January, while a plea hearing is set later this month in the case where he is charged with first degree murder for the fatal stabbing of Anthony Velasquez last

As part of the commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary, residents across New Mexico are invited to help answer that question by deciding what should be p…

SANTA FE — Four federal inmates held in southern New Mexico detention facilities have tested positive for measles, bringing the number of 2026 measles cases in the sta…

In March, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) plans to conduct a prescribed burn operation about 33 miles northwest of Roswell in Chaves County. The operation will tak…

A local man was arrested Tuesday evening and charged with the stabbing of another local man in what investigators believe was an unprovoked attack in west Roswell.

New Mexico is once again in the national spotlight for all the wrong reasons after a bombshell report revealed that Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Deb Haaland once flew on a private jet connected to disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According to reporting by the New York Post, newly

CLAYTON — The first dedicated film theater in Europe opened in 1899 in France. It was beaten, however, by just two short years by the Washington Iowa State Theater in …

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (NMEDD) has awarded $2.5 million in grants to five organizations to expand services and programming that help…

Hello, I am Richard Connor, Editor and Publisher of El Rito Media’s five newspapers. Often, when residents see our paper or read our websites, they say, “Oh. Thank goodness we have a local newspaper again.” Many do not realize that we have revived, renovated, and built strong local newspaper…

A Roswell woman was charged and arrested last week in connection with a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision nearly two years ago that resulted in the death of the pedestrian.

After serving in multiple roles at the Roswell Police Department (RPD) for more than 19 years, Alberto Aldana has now stepped into the department’s top job, RPD chief,…

The book, written by local author Alicia K. Anderson, takes “ a holistic approach ” to healing burnout. The book costs $21.95, but is available to read for free at both the Las Vegas Carnegie Public Library and the Thomas C. Donnelly Library on the New Mexico Highlands University campus.

Chama Valley Superintendent Anthony Casados is on paid administrative leave following a Feb. 17 vote by the Chama Valley School Board to investigate him and itself.

Ameena Ankliss, 16, is an 11th grader at the United World College in Montezuma. She will be traveling to Albuquerque on Sunday to compete in Poetry Out Loud, a nationwide poetry recitation competition. She will also be recognized for writing an original poem. Ameena Ankliss, 16, is an 11th grader

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Mentors and opportunities for community involvement are keys to higher education success, according to Sharon Jones, the third candidate in the running for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president to visit the campus. During that visit Tuesday, she shared how those had applied in

The plan for an outdoor play-and-learn area at the Roswell Public Library continues to move toward an eventual groundbreaking, with the selection of a contractor now i…

A spate of good economic news has arrived in New Mexico but it's largely due to bad news from around the globe. An ABQ defense firm says they are expanding their workforce to manufacture more drones which have become a weapon of choice in the Ukraine and Middle East wars.DC

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Dennis Tim Salazar is the next mayor of Española.

For the 8th year running, Taos News has honored eight Women of Impact from the greater Taos community in its Taos Woman publication, available in Thursday’s (March 5) edition of the newspaper.

The Mexican Wolf Interagency Field Team has completed its annual count of Mexican wolves living in the wild in the Southwest, showing the population had increased to “a minimum of 319” by the end of 2025. It’s an increase of 33 wolves over the...

After his last service dog passed away in 2024, Elizardo Arellano, a combat veteran from Arroyo Hondo, brought home a puppy named Rusty. Rusty was supposed to help Arellano manage PTSD, but the puppy’s energy and size became too much for him and...

The North Central Regional Transit District Blue Bus has appointed Bryan Walck deputy executive director of operations, according to a news release. Walck brings nearly two decades of public transportation experience to the Blue Bus. He will...

The Rio Fernando de Taos Revitalization Collaborative gathered input on the next step of the Rio Fernando Revitalization Project in a meeting on Feb. 19: what to do aboutLos Pandos Rd. Los Pandos road, as it runs from Gusdorf Rd. to Paseo del...

At the Feb. 25 meeting of the Holy Cross Medical Center board of directors, Chair Paul Sands reported that the hospital is proud to pay a “living wage” to all full-time staff who have successfully completed onboarding and training. Unlike a...

New Mexico made strong progress in its goals to reform its troubled foster care system last year and is ready to start work on another set of goals, the state and plaintiffs in a landmark child welfare lawsuit said Monday (March 2). The New...

Over the years at Zorro Ranch, Jeffrey Epstein instructed his staff multiple times to move petroglyphs estimated to be hundreds of years old for the purpose of decoration, U.S. Justice Department emails and photos released in January...

Social media use has contributed to the prevalence and severity of mental health problems in New Mexico’s children, but their parents and grandparents are ill equipped to protect them, a University of New Mexico professor of child psychiatry...

Disappointing amounts of snow this season, and longer than normal lift lines at Taos Ski Valley Saturday (Feb. 21) may have impacted the athletic component of the Ben Myers Ridge-A-Thon fundraiser this year, but it could not dampen the event’s...

A federal inmate held in the Doña Ana County Detention Center has tested positive for measles according to a March 4 news release from the New Mexico Department of Health. This case brings the total number of 2026 measles cases in New Mexico to...

Plaintiffs in the landmark education lawsuit known as Yazzie/Martinez argue in new court documents the New Mexico Public Education Department’s action plan to address the complaint’s concerns still falls short. It lacks a full cost analysis,...

A new diner in Angel Fire is serving up gumbo, pulled pork sandwiches, catfish beignets and other Southern and Southwestern comfort foods. “It’s good food for everybody — Southwestern comfort food, basically,” John Sturdivant, owner and...

Taos County saw major shifts in crime patterns over the last three years, changes driven in part by drug trafficking trends, funding cuts to animal welfare groups and expansions in law enforcement. According to annual crime data from the Taos...

According to a report delivered to the Taos County Commission by Roberto Zaragoza, Taos Central Dispatch communications director, Taos County Fire & EMS responded to a majority of fire and medical related 911 calls across the county in January...

Taos County released limited and redacted information related to how they recovered from last June's sophisticated ransomware attack, which extracted a total of 2 terabytes of data, according to an incident report dated July 8, 2025. County...

The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association will host its 2026 Northeast Regional Meeting Thursday, April 2, at Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, according to a news release. “Our agenda is packed with timely, practical information tailored to...

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Feb. 23 – March 1, 2026. Animals currently in care: 86 Total intakes this week: 25 Transfers this week: 1 Animals in foster: 26 Pounds of food: 600 Number of animal...

Police have charged a teen boy in the shooting death of 30-year-old Malik Isaiah Richards late last month. Prosecutors arrested 16-year-old Seth Gomez and booked him into a juvenile detention facility on multiple criminal charges, including second-degree murder. An investigation into Gomez began after New Mexico State Police officers responded

Luna Community College (LCC) has received formal notification from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) confirming that its Institutional Actions Council (IAC) has concurred with the findings of a Focused Visit peer review team, the visiting team sent by HLC to evaluate LCC’s progress, and affirmed that the College has demonstrated

The beloved Beaver Creek Trail at the base of Hermit’s Peak is a potential recovery site for an Eco-village. The beloved Beaver Creek Trail at the base of Hermit’s Peak is a potential recovery site for an Eco-village. The University of New Mexico’s School of Architecture and Planning is sponsoring

SANTA ROSA — Procedural error accounts for why charges against an Albuquerque man facing 11 counts, four of them felonies, were not filed for about 17 months after the…

The Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation (RCCEDC) joins communities across the nation in celebrating National Agriculture Week, March 15-21, recogniz…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has launched a telehealth family planning program to help New Mexicans access affordable reproductive care from home.

Some New Mexico voters headed to the polls Tuesday for a series of municipal elections across the state, delivering decisive victories in some cities, razor-thin margins in others, and at least one high-profile mayoral upset. In Española, incumbent first-term Mayor John Ramon Vigil was defeated by former City Councilor Dennis

Councilor Paul WymerRio Rancho, the state's third largest city, chose GOP City Councilor Paul Wymer as their favorite mayoral candidate last night, sending him to an April 14 run-off election with Democrat Alex Piland.Wymer goes into that second election a heavy favorite after claiming 45 percent of the vote in

ALBUQUERQUE — A former federal wildlife disease expert is now leading New Mexico’s Veterinary Diagnostic Services (VDS) Division, bringing specialized experience in an…

For the past several weeks, many residents who rely on Roswell Transit’s north-south route have been walking more to visit the Walmart Supercenter.

ALBUQUERQUE — Nearly 3,000 New Mexicans have been trained for infrastructure and climate-ready careers — far surpassing the statewide target of 2,000 by the end of the year.

Orlando RomeroOrlando Romero, a cherished member of the community, passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on May 24, 1941, in Cubero, New…

Diminished snow pack in New Mexico, as well as ongoing drought and above-normal temperatures, could mean an active wildfire season across the state through June, according to a new long-term forecast and the National Weather Service. Fire season has already begun in New Mexico: Much of northeast New Mexico is

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between February 24 and March 2, 2026: Loriann Garcia, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. David Salazar, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Jennifer J. Cruz, Breaking an Entering, Criminal Damage to Property, Criminal Trespass (Unposted). Richard R. Tafoya, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP, Shoplifting (Over

Deb Haaland Is the debate over debates over? It seems so.After weeks of chiding from Sam Bregman for not agreeing to debates, Deb Haaland's camp has clarified that there is one debate scheduled and she will take part:The announcement comes after Haaland agreed to the debate in September 2025. The

About $1.3 billion could flow to infrastructure projects across New Mexico, including Chaves County, under a bill approved by lawmakers in the final days of this year’…

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Speaking to reporters Monday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said the U.S. war in Iran is set to continue with no plans set on a timeline or exit strategy.

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) announced that Bernadine Martin has resigned from her position as District Attorney for the 11th Judicial Distr…

Property on East Second Street, slated to be the location of a Community Solar Project, is being considered for an industrial revenue bond of up to $4.8 million to ass…

During the “Taking Out the Trash” event in March, city residents can get rid of their spring-cleaning large-item trash free of charge.

There is an old adage that if March comes in like a lamb, it will go out like a lion.

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Friday that the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) has officially ended the practice of placing childre…

Friday's dismissal of a second lawsuit challenging Duke Rodriguez's right to be on the June 2 primary ballot sets the stage for the next big moment--Saturday's GOP preprimary at Ruidoso where delegates from across the state will vote on placing candidates on the ballot. Insiders don't expect Rodriguez, nicknamed the

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An op-ed penned by Javier Martínez, Reena Szczepanski, Day Hochman-Vigil and Raymundo Lara and published in the Albuquerque Journal and the Los Alamos Reporter paints a glowing picture of the 2026 Legislative Session. But New Mexicans say the self-congratulatory tone ignores a glaring reality: meaningful crime reform once again died

According to WalletHub’s 2026 “Best States to Live In” study, New Mexico ranks dead last in the nation — a sobering distinction that underscores years of troubling trends in education, health, and public safety. The annual analysis compares all 50 states across 51 separate indicators, including affordability, economic performance, education

One of the first recipes I ever wrote for a cooking column, including for this series, was my oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.

LAS CRUCES — A researcher at New Mexico State University known for his saffron research projects in Northern New Mexico is exploring how the crop fares in central and southern parts of the state, as well as how well the crop will grow alongside other New Mexico crops such as

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico released its weekly immigration and border crime enforcement statistics Friday, outlining a significant number of federal charges filed over the past week as part of ongoing border security operations in the state. According to the report, in the one-week period

Michelle Morrison, left, and her husband David Brown are set to perform and share their knowledge of belly dancing and world music at the Plaza Hotel on March 14. Michelle Morrison, left, and her husband David Brown are set to perform and share their knowledge of belly dancing and world

Pacquiao is a 4-year-old black-and-white heartthrob with a champion’s comeback story. He got his name the day he arrived, front paws wrapped up from injuries, looking exactly like he was wearing the tiniest pair of boxing gloves. Life had clearly gone a few rough rounds, but thanks to the sh…

SANTA FE — According to a news release from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, the Mexican Wolf Interagency Field Team has completed the annual population count an…

A plan to provide much-needed behavioral health resources for Roswell continues moving forward this past week after being recommended by members of the city’s Legal Co…

Love‑uary. Friendship month. Kindness month. Self‑care February. The month of love.

On Presidents Day, scouts from The Conquistador Council Troops 2, 7 and 72 participated in a flag raising at Trinity United Methodist Church to replace an old worn-out…

Honoring area writers and historians of New Mexico

State Police will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, including registration, insurance and driver's license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties…

Front page of the Feb. 23, 1889 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Feb. 23, 1889 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The East side Elks’ soliciting committee, composed of H.G. Murphey, Dr. C.S. Losey and M.M. Padgett, was out today disposing of tickets to those

An Escalante High/Middle School teacher and football coach said false allegations of inappropriate conduct with a student left him on leave from his job, despite multiple investigations finding the claims are false.

ALBUQUERQUE — The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is $2.80 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch. That pri…

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has chosen Roswell as one of the cities taking part in research about the physical well-being of the nation’s…

A Santa Fe district judge on Friday dismissed a legal challenge seeking to remove Republican gubernatorial candidate Duke Rodriguez from the 2026 primary ballot, marking the second court ruling this week rejecting claims about his eligibility. State District Judge Matthew Wilson determined that the most recent complaint, filed by fellow

Earlier in the month, the Conquistador Council Scouts, city of Roswell team members and everyday citizens came together to raise the flags for the Roswell 250 Field of…

SANTA FE — Members of the public will have opportunities to provide input as the New Mexico Department of Wildlife shapes its proposals for potential changes to severa…

LAS CRUCES — The New Mexico Department of Agriculture’s (NMDA) Standards & Consumer Services (SCS) Division and State Metrology Lab recognize Weights and Measures …

The photograph, provided by Bonita Estates resident David Pascale, shows dust being dispersed at a construction site near his residence. Several residents of Bonita Estates near Storrie Lake raised concerns about the site. The photograph, provided by Bonita Estates resident David Pascale, shows dust being dispersed at a construction site

Far-left New Mexico Democrat Teresa Leger Fernandez is drawing sharp criticism after making what many are calling an insane claim about voter ID laws, asserting that Republicans support voter identification requirements because “they don’t want women to vote… they don’t want working families to vote.” New Mexico Democrat Rep. Teresa

The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is now accepting applications from residents for the latest flood-related financial assistance …

Romero and Stansbury in DCWhen ABQ Dem Rep. Melanie Stansbury invited Santa Fe state Rep. Andrea Romero to be her guest at the State of the Union Tuesday night the Alligators started splashing. Like many other Dems, the pair boycotted the actual speech and instead joined Epstein survivors to mark

Designed to be a “one‑stop shop,” the BRIC is poised to strengthen small businesses, nurture start‑ups, and streamline access to essential services, according to a press release from Taos MainStreet. Located at 115 Civic Plaza Dr., the BRIC...

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Feb. 18, 2026 – Feb. 22, 2026. Feb. 18 1:23 a.m. Disturbing the Peace, Weimer Road — Caller said someone kept knocking on their door, then...

In the past year, plans for two gargantuan data centers have been announced in New Mexico, and electric utilities have come to see data center development as a driving force behind growth and need for increased generation. With several data...

Holy Cross Medical Center will assume management of Taos Orthopaedic Institute beginning Saturday (March 1), according to a press release. The hospital said the move will keep existing orthopedic care in place while expanding specialty services...

Kevin Whitefeather (Cordova) of Taos Pueblo — former Tribal official, founder of Whitefeather Native Cultural Tours and cofounder of Recovery Works! — has died, leaving behind a legacy of bringing people together at the Pueblo, in the Taos Valley...

A pilot program that places naloxone rescue kits in public locations across Rio Arriba County has coincided with fewer overdose-related 911 calls and fewer overdose deaths, according to a press release from Rio Arriba County Health and Human...

Duke Rodriguez successfully jumped over one legal hurdle Tuesday. Now he has one to go before he is free and clear to make his run for the '26 GOP gubernatorial nomination. . ..A state judge dismissed a court challenge filed against the Republican gubernatorial candidate. But the question of whether

From left, Adelita Michelle Medina, Susan Seymour and David Montoya tour what is known at the United World College castle Monday morning. Medina, Seymour and Montoya helped establish Escuela Antonio Jose Martinez at the site in the 1970s. From left, Adelita Michelle Medina, Susan Seymour and David Montoya tour what

New Vistas provides developmental evaluations and therapy for babies and toddlers who have a developmental delay. New Vistas provides developmental evaluations and therapy for babies and toddlers who have a developmental delay. New Vistas has spent nearly five decades supporting families and individuals with disabilities across northern New Mexico, with

In April of 2025, voters approved a General Obligation (G.O) Bond in the amount of $7.3 million. The Mora Independent School District (MISD) Board of Education along with our staff, students, and administration are very grateful to the community and will never tire of expressing our gratitude. In September 2025

Nancy Casper, right, is the new interim director of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire Claims Office. The longtime FEMA official is pictured in 2022 receiving a certificate from former FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell recognizing her for achieving the agency’s highest level of emergency management expertise. Nancy Casper, right, is the

Marijuana magnate and GOP gubernatorial hopeful Duke Rodriguez didn’t just want legal weed in New Mexico—he was willing to pay for it. A decade of campaign finance records reveals an unabashed pattern of financial support for the very Democrats who made legalization a reality.Records from the past ten years show

Members of the Memorial Middle School BPA chapter recently participated in the 2026 New Mexico BPA State Leadership Conference in Albuquerque, held February 19–21, 2026. Students competed in a variety of business and leadership events, demonstrating excellence in workplace skills, professionalism, and industry knowledge. There were over 620 student members

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between Feb. 17 and 23, 2026: Amity Francine Maes, Shoplifting ($250 or Less), Criminal Trespass (Unposted), Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Dominick Quintana, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), APO Arrest Order, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply.

Cindy De Champs’ third grade national award-winning readers at Los Niños Elementary School. Cindy De Champs’ third grade national award-winning readers at Los Niños Elementary School. Students at Los Niños Elementary School are proving that winter break is the perfect time to get lost in a good book. Principal Melissa

The 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session concluded with a sharp partisan divide over public safety, taxes, healthcare, immigration policy, and government expansion. While lawmakers advanced several significant measures, dozens of high-profile proposals were defeated, leaving both sides claiming victories and frustrations. Among the most notable bipartisan wins was HB80, which

Lawmakers tackled several big public education issues in the 30-day session, and approved legislation changing how math and literacy are taught in public schools, along with standards for teacher preparation. Lawmakers also passed a bill to codify the Office of Special Education under the Public Education Department. Two bills also

A tragic Monday unfolded across New Mexico as two separate law enforcement incidents shook communities from Albuquerque to Fort Sumner — including the heartbreaking line-of-duty death of a veteran sergeant with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office confirmed late Monday evening that one of its sergeants

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse and rape that some readers may find deeply upsetting. Discretion is advised. Editor's Note: An earlier version of this story stated John David Lee Jr. had been released from custody on house arrest. This is incorrect. The San Miguel County

Front page of the Feb. 18, 1963 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Feb. 18, 1963 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. St. Michael’s College will provide the opposition for the Highlands Cowboys tonight when the two quints square off at 8 o’clock in Stu Clark

In the final stretch of New Mexico’s legislative session, two sweeping gun control measures championed by progressive Democrats have effectively collapsed — a major victory for New Mexicans’ Second Amendment rights. Senate Bill 17, the so-called “Stop Illegal Gun Trade and Extremely Dangerous Weapons Act,” was rolled indefinitely in the

Earthquakes spike by as much as 700 percent in Permian Levi Hill/News-Sun The ground is starting to shake in the Permian Basin and those who live in the region are beginning to take notice even as scientist watch the number of earthquakes in the region skyrocket. The sheer number of

Hobbs boy surrounded by love after loss Chrstina Holt/News-Sun DALLAS, Texas — The 10-year-old Hobbs boy who lost his mother, Megan Runnels, in a fire last month is now living with the Cardona family in the Dallas, Texas, area – a decision made by his mother in her final moments.

Two of the most hotly debated bills of the session — one targeting emissions policy and the other unconstitutional sweeping gun regulations — triggered marathon hearings, sharp partisan divides, and dueling victory statements this week at the Roundhouse. On Wednesday, the Senate rejected Senate Bill 18, the so-called “Clear Horizons

A Las Cruces woman is behind bars after police say she gave birth to a baby girl inside a portable toilet and left the newborn in the holding tank, resulting in the child’s death. According to authorities, 38-year-old Sonia Jimenez was arrested following an investigation that began late Saturday night.

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Gallegos makes ballot for Lt. Gov. Levi Hill/News-Sun Sen. David Gallegos, R-Eunice, made the ballot for the June primary in the race for New Mexico’s next Lt. governor, facing off against two other Republican candidates. Gallegos needed, 2,351 nomination signatures by Tuesday. He told the News-Sun he had more than

A long-running effort to overhaul how New Mexico oversees its public schools came to an abrupt halt this week, leaving the governor with even greater control over an education system that continues to rank last in the nation — behind all 50 states and the District of Columbia — according

A sweeping gun control proposal that critics say represents one of the most extreme assaults on the Second Amendment in New Mexico history is now headed to the Senate floor. Senate Bill 17, which would ban the sale of a broad range of semi-automatic firearms and impose heavy new mandates

In a move critics are calling reckless, ideologically driven, and economically devastating, New Mexico Democrats have fast-tracked House Bill 9 (HB 9)—the so-called “Immigrant Safety Act”—through the Legislature and toward the governor’s desk, setting the stage for what opponents warn could be mass job losses, municipal insolvency, and a collapse

Permian Basin in dire need of power Levi Hill/News-Sun The Delaware Basin of Southeast New Mexico is starving. Every economic development opportunity that could possibly come to New Mexico — from nuclear facilities, including upgrades at Urenco USA, to data centers — all need one thing: Power. And it is

Turning investment into impact: Reflecting on JF Maddox Foundation’s 2025 funding initiatives From past experiences, we know when we work together and form meaningful partnerships, our community thrives. 2025 was no exception. This past year, the JF Maddox Foundation had the honor to collaborate with community partners across the county

New Mexico lawmakers are poised to consider two sweeping and dangerous constitutional amendments that would permanently upend how the state Legislature operates — and critics warn the proposals would crush transparency, overwhelm citizen legislators, and ram through controversial policies with little public input. House Joint Resolutions 6 and 7, sponsored

January 22, 2026 By Shaun Banther Eastern New Mexico University’s Department of Theatre and...Read More

A sweeping and highly controversial piece of legislation that critics warn could devastate rural New Mexico communities is now headed to the New Mexico House floor, where it will be debated today beginning at noon, with a live webcast available on the Legislature’s website under the “Webcast” tab. House Bill

Far-left Democrat Gabe Vasquez is once again drawing sharp criticism after publishing an incendiary op-ed that demonizes Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), echoes open-borders talking points, and casts federal law enforcement as rogue actors—while downplaying the real consequences of lax border policy on New Mexico communities. In the Albuquerque Journal

We are pleased to announce that Curry County has been awarded the 2026 Summer Internship Program!...Read More

NMJC to buy former hospital building for $1.75 million Levi Hill/News-Sun Pending an environmental study and approval from the New Mexico Higher Education Department, New Mexico Junior College will soon be the owners of the former Lea Regional Medical Center campus. NMJC Board of Directors voted unanimously Thursday to approve

Nor-Lea gets $600K for diabetes health Levi Hill/News-Sun LOVINGTON — It’s a silent killer that often goes unnoticed, but in Lea County, diabetes is a growing epidemic. Thanks to state funding, Nor-Lea Hospital will soon be helping fight this silent killer and helping Lea Countians stay healthier. Nor-Lea recently received

Long John Silvers demolished, but company promises return to Hobbs Levi Hill/News-Sun A decades-old staple at the corner of Turner and Bender is gone. The Long John Silver’s restaurant has been demolished. But the fish and chicken eatery isn’t giving up on Hobbs. If anything, it’s doubling down, rebuilding the

I see stupid people And Their Anti-Science Fearmongering Could Cost This State Everything John R. Grizz Deal/CEO, IX Water I see stupid people. Not the harmless kind who get lost in the Walmart parking lot, but the ones who descend on public hearings like a flock of caffeinated pigeons, clutching

Tatum first grader rings bell after cancer battle Denise Marquez/News-Sun Forget Santa’s sleigh bells. For one Tatum first-grader, the most meaningful Christmas sound was a bell she rung signaling the end of her cancer battle. Adalee Torrez, age 7 of Lovington and a first grader at Tatum Elementary School, rang

Two new recruits have received badges and are ready to serve and protect. Yeimi Bustos and Ryan Gigante come from different backgrounds, but have a co...

When Rosalva Zuniga spoke at a recent Deming Rotary Club meeting, she never thought her words would spread like wildfire. Transplanted from San Diego,...

Two Deming City Council members made a final appearance as members of the council at Tuesday’s regular meeting at City Hall. Irmaisela Rodriguez, the ...

An amendment to the fleet service agreement between two bus companies will be considered tonight at the Deming Public Schools board meeting. The board...

With only seven days until Christmas, everyone is looking at their holiday menus, including a certain local nonprofit. Silver Linings, which assists t...

The votes have been tallied, the die has been cast, and unofficial results for local elections have been released. Laura Parra and Catherine Gutierrez...

With only one week until the polls open on November 4, many local candidates are in the crunch time of their campaigns. One candidate for School Board...

Tiffany Coleman is one of five candidates that are running for the District 2 seat on the DPS School Board, and may just be the newest to the area to ...

Luna County was presented with a prestigious award last Thursday at the board of county commissioner’s meeting. County Manager Chris Brice presented t...

When voters go to the polls on Nov. 4, they will have an opportunity to do something about city streets. The General Obligation Bond will be up for ap...

Joe “Butter” Milo calls himself an advocate for the north side of the city. “I remember when the north end of town had no street lights, street signs,...

First responders of the Village of Columbus handle 35 to 40 emergency calls a week. Luna County officials recognized that the Columbus Fire/EMS Depart...

With the weather getting chilly, one program at Red Mountain Middle School has partnered with the local Elks lodge to kick off their second annual coa...

Benny Jasso experienced the inner workings of City Council in Deming. The former mayor of the city says the local government branch does a lot of posi...

People from across Luna County packed themselves into the Train Depot Tuesday night to hear candidate campaigns and agendas in one of the best attende...

1975 brought about the end of the Vietnam War and the fall of Saigon. The year also marked the beginning of the Hollywood blockbuster age with the rel...

Kickin’ it at the Deming Luna County Animal Shelter may seem like a resort for the homeless pets that are residents at the facility, but according to ...

Red Mountain Middle School music teacher Gerard Flores will be before Judge Jennifer DeLaney in New Mexico Sixth Judicial District Court for a Detenti...

The Southwestern New Mexico State Fair has officially returned to Deming, and cowboys around the area are itching to get into the saddle. From Youth e...

Improvements to Columbus Elementary School are inbound after last Thursday’s school board meeting. The board approved two high ticket items, including...

I-40 eastbound will be closed overnight Feb. 13 Thursday, 13 February 2025 19:07 gallupsun New Mexico State Police in coordination with the New Mexico Department of Transportation will close Interstate 40 eastbound at Exit 16 in Gallup tarting at 9 pm Feb. 13. The closure is necessary to allow the

NTU radio station KCZY outfits new system to increase reliability Tuesday, 11 February 2025 13:53 gallupsun CROWNPOINT — Navajo Technical University radio station KCZY 107.3 FM received an upgrade to its transmission system to ensure its continuous 6000W broadcast covering a majority of the Eastern Navajo Nation Jan. 28. Broadcast

Scheduled water outage for Feb. 10 Sunday, 09 February 2025 11:42 gallupsun Dallago Corporation has been contracted by the City of Gallup to install a new waterline along Rico Street from Highway 66 south toward the new fire station at the corner of Rico Street and Bengal Road. The City

February is American Heart Month Saturday, 08 February 2025 21:05 gallupsun SANTA FE — Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women and most racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. and the leading cause of death of New Mexicans in 2022.This February we are encouraging New

Scheduled water outage for Feb. 8 Friday, 07 February 2025 20:07 gallupsun The city's Water Department will be repairing a water leak Feb. 8, and multiple areas around Gallup will be affected. The outage will affect City of Gallup water customers in the following areas: 2200—2400 Block of Boyd Avenue

Unscheduled water outage for Jan. 13 Monday, 13 January 2025 12:25 gallupsun An unscheduled water outage that is affecting parts of East Mesa Avenue started at 10 am Jan. 13 and is expected to last until 5 pm. The outage is affecting City of Gallup water customers in the following

Scheduled water outage for Jan. 8 Wednesday, 08 January 2025 10:19 gallupsun The Gallup Water Department will be working on valve assessment in the west side of town Dec. 8 and will need to shut off the water in order to do their work safely. City of Gallup water customers

Overdose deaths decline in New Mexico Tuesday, 07 January 2025 14:35 gallupsun SANTA FE — New Mexico mortality data show a decrease in drug overdose deaths statewide for the second consecutive year since 2021.Overdose deaths have declined 8% statewide since 2021 when the number of overdose deaths peaked at 1,029

Navajo Nation Council mourns the passing of Diné College President Dr. Charles M. Roessel Monday, 06 January 2025 14:53 gallupsun WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The 25th Navajo Nation Council is deeply saddened by the passing of Diné College President Dr. Charles M. Roessel, who passed away in the early morning