Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, recently named Best Staycation Spot 2025 by readers of Albuquerque the Magazine, is offering New Mexico residents discounted meals at its on-site restaurants through February, according to a news release. Through the end of the month, residents can receive 20% off breakfast or lunch

Ruling stemmed from Colorado man's 'alienation of affections' claim against a Taos County man

Though the pond was frozen over, the waterfall at the sunken garden at Cahoon Park continued to flow Tuesday morning despite the frigid temperatures.

CIBOLA COUNTY, N/M. – January 26, 2026 – Cubero Elementary recently hosted a unique and memorable event in the Kindergarten classrooms: a special wedding ceremony for the letters “Q” and “U.”The creative lesson, led by Ms. Felisha Vallejos, Ms. Alisha Vallejos, and Ms. Talahaftewa, gave students a…

Silver City has a full town council once again with the successful appointment of Angelina Salaiz to fill the District 1 position at Wednesday night’s meeting. Salaiz took her seat on the dais after being sworn in by Silver City Magistrate Judge D. Matthew Runnels, filling the seat that has

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Mayor Arnold Lopez reported that Santa Clara will receive $933,000 for road improvements during the board of trustees’ regular meeting Thursday. The money will come from the state’s Capital Development Program Fund to be used for engineering and outlay of plans for identified roads

GRANTS, N.M. - On January 22, 2026, the Cibola County Board of Commissioners convened for a two hour meeting in which they addressed the significant economic impact that the potential closure of the Milan Correctional Facility will have on Cibola County.Potential Correctional Facility Closure…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Grant County might be relatively small in population, but it has a big voice and will use it again this week at Grant County Day at the state Capitol. The Grant County Prospectors, a civic organization of community leaders, will gather at the Roundhouse

HCA News: SANTA FE — The New Mexico Behavioral Health Planning Council will host its 21st annual Behavioral Health Day Tuesday, Feb. 3, at Hotel Glorieta in Santa Fe, convening advocates, providers, and policymakers to spotlight the importance of mental health and substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery. This year’s

GRANTS, N.M. - The Grants City Meeting that took place on January 21, 2026, convened for about four hours. During this meeting, the Grants Police Department 2025 statistics were shared, information regarding the Animal Care Center were discussed, and there were various recognitions from Life Saving…

Physicians ask lawmakers to reinforce Health Care Affordability Fund, protect primary care system

Parent company of Facebook argued security risk to Meta employees

Change in state law would be required if New Mexico selected for early state status

Previous head of Medicaid, Behavioral Health departments had $224K salary, made $187K in contracts

Constitutional law experts concerned by Trump administration response

Daily Postcard: A tangerine sunrise decorates the sky this morning over White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

Below freezing temps expected Monday and Tuesday mornings; SE NM could see record lows, according to NWS

Proposed resolution would demand renewable energy, local jobs and water offsets from future projects

DPS secretary, governor's appointee, joins Republican leadership calls for strengthened New Mexico criminal code

Backers say legislation would aid with law enforcement retention efforts in New Mexico

With ideal conditions for prescribed burns likely, New Mexico's National Forests will do what they can to reduce the risk of wildfires when the weather gets hotter and drier later this year.The Cibola National Forest and Grasslands began prescribed burns Monday, Jan. 26, in the Magdalena Ranger District and Mountainair

By Loui Janecky – Director Miles Beaux – board president Los Alamos School of Gymnastics To the community of Los Alamos & White Rock, We are receiving many calls from members of the community about the disposition of our building (Los Alamos School of Gymnastics) on North Mesa. We are

Mounting national political tension is pushing the legislation forward, but can it cross the finish line?

Civil suit alleged teen was assaulted during class and school staff failed to intervene

Recent traffic changes made along U.S. 180 East between Arenas Valley and Silver City aim to improve safety, department officials said Wednesday — and one of the recent “improvements” was further improved Thursday morning. A “NO TURN ON RED” sign was installed earlier this month to supplement the existing restriction

By ABEL SAYRE Co-organizer LAHS student The Los Alamos chapter of Indivisible is pleased to support a student organized walkout and protest at LA High School this Friday Jan. 30, in response to the widespread abuses by ICE in Minneapolis and around the nation. Leaving the school at 1 p.m.,

ORLANDO, Florida – President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration contributed to a year-to-year drop in the nation's growth rate as the U.S. population reached nearly 342 million people in 2025, according to population estimates released Tuesday by the U.S. Census Bureau. The 0.5% growth rate for 2025 was a sharp

Suspect told police he accidentally fired while cleaning his firearm, court records say

Freezing fog is shown early Tuesday morning on Roswell's southeast side. This condition can leave black ice on roads and make driving more haz…

Griego was convicted on five felony counts in sale of historic state building

PAC 8 News: PAC 8 Community Media Center is available for recording events, transferring old media, shooting and editing, live streaming and drone photography and videography. For information, call 505.662.7228 or visit pac8cmc.com. PAC 8 Television schedule for Jan. 30-Feb. 5, 2026: Friday, Jan. 30, 2026

BLOOMFIELD — The Gallup High School girls’ basketball team needed only the opening quarter to outscore Bloomfield’s game total, sweeping the Bobcats 66-18 inside Bobcat Arena on Tuesday night. The Bengals (16-3 overall) bounced back from a 63-48 home loss to top-ranked rival Kirtland Central on Thursday, using a stifling

Bregman sends letter warning ICE agents can be prosecuted for false imprisonment

Final set of appropriations bills passed House, headed to Senate

I’m going to say this as plainly as I can: House Bill 9 scares people in Cibola County, and for good reason.Not because everyone here suddenly wants to debate…

Students reject clear backpacks, while parents and staff split, survey finds

SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M. —The Sandoval County Sheriff's Office has successfully closed more than 80% of its open cases, including several cold cases, thanks to advanced forensic technology and dedicated staff, though they still seek public assistance for a few remaining cases.Jeanette Marie De La Cruz, who went missing in 1999

Deputies have identified four cold case victims, with discoveries made over the past 18 months.

The Cobre Schools Board of Education adopted a new policy for naming facilities during their regular meeting Monday. Policy F-1400 FF updates the district’s previous three-sentence policy on naming and name change requests for buildings and facilities. The new policy states that the board will have an open process when

New Mexico has introduced theDevelopment Readiness Site Map, an online tool designed to help businesses find ready-to-use sites, which is already attracting significant projects likeProject Rangerand an Amazon distribution center in Roswell."We're making it very easy for companies to say yes to New Mexico," said Rob Black, the cabinet secretary

TAOS — A 25-acre, undeveloped property owned by the Town of Taos, has the potential to be a jewel of restoration in the middle of town.

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – A bill moving through the New Mexico Legislature that would bar state and local government agencies from signing or renewing agreements used to detain people for federal civil immigration violations has quickly become one of the most consequential measures of the 2026 session…

By MARGARET O’HARA The Santa Fe New Mexican Even among the people in charge of health care in New Mexico, health care can be hard to find. “Raise your hand if you can navigate the health care system in New Mexico,” Sen. George Muñoz, D-Gallup, said Tuesday during a meeting

Lujan Grisham's message to lawmakers: 'They've got to get it done'

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Cibola County is beginning 2026 still locked in drought, and the numbers back up what many residents have felt on the ground: winter has…

Representatives of the New Mexico Primary Care Association pass out teddy bears to legislators and staff around the Roundhouse for Primary Care Day, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, as the legislature starts to kick into full gear on the second week of the 30-day session. Photo by Jim Weber/The New Mexican

Research site, forest trails and picnic areas close indefinitely

PastedGraphic-1 By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent Going into the 2026 legislative session, the only capital funding request related to Grant County’s Regional Water Project is a $1 million ask from the village of Santa Clara. That money would be put toward the estimated $14,850,000 construction cost of a water

New Mexico's long stagnation isn't being helped by the Trump administration crackdown on immigration. US Census population estimates for the year ending July 1, 2025 released Tuesday show a decline in state population from 2,126,774 in July 2024 to 2,125,497 in July 2025.That's only 0.06 percent decline but only four

Domestic and wild ducks huddle together in the only open water to be found Tuesday morning at the J. Kenneth Smith Bird Sanctuary.

On even-numbered years, New Mexico’s legislative sessions focus almost exclusively on budgetary issues, which puts the state’s oil and gas industry front and center, as revenues from the oil fields make up about a third of the state’s general fund budget, and contribute millions more to its permanent funds. The

Federal prosecutors say 41-year-old woman set blaze that destroyed a storage warehouse

Diego Lopez, Editor SANTA FE, N.M. – Grants High School students in the school’s MESA program traveled to Santa Fe on Jan. 22 to participate in “MESA Day at the Roundhouse,” an event that brought students into the New Mexico State Capitol to learn about state government and meet with

High-profile trial set over alleged child exploitation and safety failures on Facebook and Instagram

GRANTS, N.M. – Grants Cibola County Schools hosted its annual District Spelling Bee on Jan. 21 at the Grants High School Performing Arts Center, bringing together students from across the district and surrounding area for an evening focused on academic excellence, confidence, and preparation.The…

Morgan Ortiz also ordered to pay restitution in connection with claims billed through a substance abuse clinic

Amerika Rougemont, Reporter Grants Police Department January 2Rhiannon D Begay, age 26: Drunk or Disorderly and Disturbing the Peace Daniel J Knott, age 41:…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff As the state prepares to distribute an early tranche of funding from last year’s Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act, the region that includes Grant County is working toward identifying its long-term needs toward improving services. The act, also known as Senate Bill 3,

Bookstore's parking lot was a refuge for some, a headache for others

The New Mexico House Judiciary Committee on Monday quickly passed legislation that would enter the state into seven health care worker compacts, part of lawmakers’ effort to pass as many compact bills as possible despite Senate opposition. House legislators in both parties say the compacts are necessary to help reduce

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Denver's defense did all it could to carry the offensively challenged Broncos to Super Bowl 60. Vance Joseph's unit sacked Drake Maye five times, limited him to 65 net yards passing, allowed just two sustained drives that netted three points, and the only touchdown the Broncos

Number cited by medical groups at odds with state medical board, other sources

APD said threat turned out to be false

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A second night of closures are expected for the Montgomery Boulevard overpass bridge on Interstate 25.Traffic will be detoured onto Pan American Frontage Road at the Montgomery off-ramps.AdvertisementDetours will also be in place on either side of Montgomery with the roadway being closed between Culture Drive and northbound

Peter and Elena McGarrah, ages 7 and 4, pose proudly beside their "snow lady" near Lake Van in Dexter.

Franklin Romero, Sports CorrespondentGRANTS, N.M. - Through a social media post, Grants High School head football coach Steve Brown officially resigned last week as head coach. Per his post 'After 24 years as player and coach at Grants High School, the time has come for me to officially retire as…

Officers doing a welfare check opened fire within seconds of opening man's door, suit alleges

Congress approves $13.5M in funding after proposed Trump administration cuts

NMSC News: SANTA FE — The state Supreme Court ruled that a trial court acted properly in striking a sworn statement of an expert witness in a medical malpractice case because it was filed months after a court-imposed deadline for submitting such evidence. In a unanimous opinion, the Court concluded

Despite frigid temperatures, New Mexico’s Immigrant and Workers Day of Action drew more than 500 people to the Roundhouse Monday morning rallying for an end to New Mexico’s participation in federal immigrant detention. Immigrant advocacy groups and residents from across New Mexico urged movement on House Bill 9, which if

Nicholas Hubbard serving life sentence for murdering his mother

NM Department of Transportation says to expect 'heavy travel delays'

Federal agents say an Albuquerque man who repeatedly drew police attention is now charged after officers discovered two functional hand grenades in his living room

Diego Lopez, EditorGRANTS, N.M. - As January wraps up, winter fishing in Cibola County continues to be defined by solid opportunities for trout.Bluewater LakeThe most recent fishing report from Bluewater Lake State Park was received Jan. 15. At that time, trout fishing was reported as FAIR to GOOD…

A New Mexico House committee on Tuesday approved a bill that seeks to give the state’s acequias a dedicated funding stream, following several recent natural disasters and challenges advocates say the historic irrigation canals face in accessing public funds. House Bill 21, which Rep. Miguel Garcia (D-Albuquerque) sponsored, would make

Fast-tracked measures advance to House of Representatives with bipartisan support

Starting Feb. 1, New Mexico flyers without Real ID may need to pay for TSA’s new ConfirmID screening or risk being turned away at security

The New Mexico Supreme Court has unanimously abolished the state’s century-old “alienation of affections” law, commonly referred to as “Homewrecker Laws,” that allowed spouses to sue third parties for the failure of a marriage. In an opinion authored by Chief Justice David Thomson, the court unanimously ruled that the law

But some lawmakers caution compacts not a 'silver bullet' to state's health care issues

A floor heater is apparently to blame for a fire at a northwest Albuquerque apartment building.

Federal indictment alleges ex-Norbertine official siphoned money for personal investments and concealed income

After operating on a balanced calendar with more breaks this year, Silver Consolidated Schools will return to a more traditional calendar in 2026-27 to allow more time this summer for consolidation-related projects. At the end of this school year, Sixth Street and Jose Barrios elementary schools will close. Their staffs

Lawmakers behind the push for a local immigrant detention center ban amended their bill Tuesday to also prohibit police and sheriff’s deputies statewide from entering agreements to send immigrants in local jails to Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. House Bill 9, aka the Immigrant Safety Act, cleared its first committee

Victim, 38, died en route to hospital; 5 shell casings from 9mm firearm found at scene

Students facing harassment, speeding cars, other hazards can walk to school with crossing-guard-trained adults

Charles Robinson and Walter Eddings each get life plus 24 years

Lawmakers in Santa Fe are facing a tight deadline to address public safety reforms, with only a month left in the legislative session.

City officials anticipate more calls during overnight shift as cold weather rolls in

Protester: 'What's happening in our country is out of control'

Temperatures in most of New Mexico will be milder Tuesday night, except for southeast areas where snow will keep temperatures 15 to 20 degrees below normal.

AIBF News: ALBUQUERQUE — RV reservations for the 54th ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, set to launch Oct. 3-11, 2026, will open at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 28. The reservation link, booking.staylist.app/balloonfiesta/single, will open a waiting room approximately 20 minutes before reservations open. Guests are encouraged to review cancellation policies,

SANTA FE, N.M. – Two Grants-Cibola County Schools seniors from Laguna- Acoma High School attended the opening day of the 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session on Jan. 20 as guests of Sen. Angel Charley, according to information provided by GCCS.Thanielle Lucero and Jacob Cheromiah spent part of the…

Thousands were without power in Ruidoso due to falling branches

From left to right: Cloud storage phishing email, Body of cloud storage phishing email, and Scam link from the email. Courtesy images By REBECCA RUTHERFORD Los Alamos For the Los Alamos Daily Post If you’ve recently received an email claiming “your cloud account has been blocked”, you’re not alone. This

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff While some interscholastic activities put students from Cobre and Silver high schools at odds, at least one state event brought the students together this month — the 2026 New Mexico All-State Music Festival and In-Service Conference. Cobre High School senior Mateo Salcido and juniors

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

State will award $382 million in grants, bringing broadband to more than 40,000 locations

Photo by Jordan Mitchell, Eagle Nest Lake State Park Superintendent EMNRD News: SANTA FE — Eagle Nest Lake State Park opened for ice fishing this week after recent cold temperatures thickened the ice to safe levels, but state officials are reminding anglers that venturing onto frozen water always carries risk.

When Libby Allen and Seth Morris rolled their homemade coffee cart into its first event last year, they weren’t just serving lattes. They were sharing the same front‑yard warmth that sparked Neighborhood Coffee Co. The couple began inviting church members and neighbors to their home to sample specialty brews they

City may terminate economic incentives, seek repayment

Hundreds gathered to bid farewell to former Lt. Gov. Roberto Mondragon at his funeral mass.

The Hurley Town Council appointed Grant County Animal Control Officer Jason Cox to their remaining vacant council seat during their regular meeting Tuesday. “I just want to see Hurley grow and get headed in the right direction,” Cox said. He grew up in Hurley and owns a business there. No

Failed measure would have given teeth to a statewide law that has gone unenforced

Medical malpractice premiums, federal funding changes strain hospitals' ability to stay open

The Broadening Horizons Series, presented by the San Juan College Foundation and Citizens Bank, has postponed Dominate the Storm: A Heart-Pumping Evening with Reed Timmer. The event was originally scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m. in the Connie Gotsch Theatre, but was postponed due to severe winter weather

February 6 What? Classic Film “Cyrana de Bergerac.”When? Friday, February 6 at 1 pm. Where? NMSU Library.February 20 What? Classic Movie “Penny Serenade.” When? February 20 at 1 pm. Where? NMSU Library.Every TuesdayFirst United Methodist Church Bible Study with dynamic Pastor Ryan at 6 pm. Book of…

Diego Lopez, EditorCIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – As a major winter storm system moved across the country and into New Mexico, Cibola County entered the week under close watch.Data collected ahead of the storm shows Bluewater Lake and the Rio San Jose holding steady at low levels, while snowpack in the

Police say woman called 911 to report shooting and told them her father assaulted her for years

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - The New Mexico Activities Association, in conjunction with the NMAA Hall of Fame Committee, announces the Class of 2026 for induction into…

A 13-year-old-boy in Children, Youth and Families Department custody is accused of sexually assaulting a CYFD employee and attacking a police officer.

Candidate expected to be selected in May after university president is chosen

Note that updates will be posted throughout the week.

Omar continued the town hall after he was ushered out of the room.

Sweet Amalia is full of energy and a pittie momma. She is one to two years old and is currently available for adoption.

In the coming years, New Mexico's health care system will be further strained by an aging population and rising costs.

Zozobrawill burn for the 102nd time this September, and retired teacher Phyllis Roybal is introducing Santa Fe students to the deep history ofOld Man Gloomthrough art."I created a slide show with the timelines of Zozobras from the beginning, one of the first ones up until that way they can see

The potential 122-acre purchase comes as the city explores whether it should rebuild or repair the aging facility.

The city hopes to identify short-term rentals operating without a license with the new software, creating more tax revenue.

Authorities said the 34-year-old man was transported to a hospital and was recovering from surgery Tuesday evening.

Prominent Republicans and gun rights advocates helped elicit a White House turnabout this week after bristling over the administration’s chara…

The federal budget passed in July made most legal immigrants with humanitarian protection ineligible for the SNAP program.

The county is closing the books on the three sets of remains that had gone unidentified, including one dating to the 1990s.

Lawmakers heard about a bill to boost Health Care Affordability Fund funding; a cohesive tax package has yet to take shape.

COLFAX COUNTY, N.M. —Ice fishing season is underway at Eagle Nest Lake, and the ice is frozen thick, but seasoned participants know to be prepared for an emergency.In other words, that emergency might be someone falling through the ice.AdvertisementPresuming the ice is safe isn't enough, so before dressing properly and

The small, Depression-era span over the Santa Fe River will be demolished, then replaced with a lookalike footbridge.

The world's largest thrift store chain, Goodwill Industries, hit the jackpot in 2025, bringing in more than $7 billion in revenue, a 7% increase over last year.Goodwill has 13 stores in New Mexico, seven of them in Albuquerque, and another nearby in Durango, Colorado.AdvertisementEconomic trends were good news for Goodwill,

The Senate Conservation Committee voted 7-2 on Tuesday to advance Senate Bill 38, which would continue the pet food manufacturer fee.

LAS CRUCES, N.M. —New Mexico State University is preparing to launch New Mexico's first bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence this fall, as part of its efforts to educate students about AI and machine learning through the Institute for Applied Practice in AI and Machine Learning, which was launched last spring."The

SANTA FE, N.M. —The amount of affordable housing in the state's capital city will be getting a big boost.Earlier this month, ground was broken for the Turquoise Trail affordable housing community on Route 14 south of Interstate 25, a 312-apartment complex planned by Dominium Development LLC and being built by

A sharp drop in international migration slowed U.S. population growth and pushed New Mexico’s population lower in 2025.

Investigators from CBP’s Office of Professional Responsibility conducted the analysis based on a review of body-worn camera footage and agency…

The advocacy group began using a clock in 1947 to symbolize the potential and likelihood of people doing something to end humanity.

Three Texas siblings who died in an icy pond are among several dozen deaths in U.S. states gripped by frigid cold.

The funding is slated to serve more than 42,000 unserved and underserved homes and businesses across the state.

When girls — yes, and boys — are ages 9-12, they are not likely to worry, or think at all, about cervical cancer. It's up to doctors to speak with their parents or guardians and have them make sure their children get the HPV vaccine before they start having sex.The

SANTA FE, N.M. —The New Mexico Supreme Court issued a new ruling that overturns a law that allowed people to sue over broken marriages.The ruling by the State Supreme Court abolished the "tort of alienation of affections" by overturning a legal precedent from a 1923 case that first recognized alienation

Each year, hundreds of people receive aid from the fund during the holiday season to help cover rent payments, medical bills and other needs.

Fire officials continued ignitions on planned pile burns across the Carson National Forest Tuesday (Jan. 27), according to a forest press release.

1. 'You killed my daughter': Family of slain Taos Pueblo artist decries 10-year sentence for killer DeAnna Autumn Leaf Suazo was a rising star. Before her death in 2021, the 29-year-old artist had …

, N.M. —New Mexico lawmakers are considering a proposal to create a state-funded broadband affordability program aimed at helping low-income residents pay for high-speed internet service.The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion is backing Senate Bill 152, which would set aside $10 million to subsidize monthly internet costs

KOB 4 has been granted permission to record during the upcoming trial against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, in New Mexico.

Five years after Antonio Jaramillo's murder, those responsible have been sentenced, bringing some relief to his mother, Sally Sanchez.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between January 20 and January 26, 2026: Willie Ramon Paiz, Driving While Under the Influence of Liquor and/or Drugs (.08) (First Offense), Failure to Maintain Traffic Lane. Antonio Frank Valdez, Assault Upon a Peace Officer, Aggravated Battery (Misdemeanor)

SANTA FE, N.M. —Week two of the 30-day legislative session is underway in Santa Fe, where lawmakers are rapidly addressing health care and medical workforce issues.Bill would allow other states' doctors to work in New Mexicodocument.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() { const links = [ ...(document.querySelectorAll(`#video-ce2a8a0d-b8b2-4d75-a1c5-cbf7dde04c06`) || []), ...(document.querySelectorAll(`#image-ce2a8a0d-b8b2-4d75-a1c5-cbf7dde04c06`) || []), ...(document.querySelectorAll(`#text-ce2a8a0d-b8b2-4d75-a1c5-cbf7dde04c06`) ||

A southeast New Mexico lawmaker on Jan. 15 became the latest Republican to launch a bid for lieutenant governor.

University of New Mexico leaders are seeking more funding to enhance education, medical care and sports facilities for New Mexicans.

Last weekend I traveled to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. The caverns are beautiful and I highly recommend visiting, albeit during more favorable weather conditions. …

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Campaign removes 10.5 million pounds of litter

New Mexico Supreme Court ends "home wrecker" lawsuits, aligning with modern no-fault divorce laws and social customs.

By Chief Dino Sgambellone Los Alamos Police Department Overall, crime reported to police in all categories fell 20%, with Crimes Against Persons increasing from 47 to 56, Crimes Against Property decreasing from 153 to 110, and Crimes Against Society decreasing from 22 to 12. Consistent with crime reported to police

By ERIC SCHALLER Los Alamos I used to work in a level 1 trauma center’s Emergency Department. Occasionally, we saw the results of horrible, evil things come in the door. Things that could rattle the most seasoned docs, nurses, techs, and researchers. Things that I don’t talk about. Things that

Senate Majority Leader Peter Wirth, a Santa Fe Democrat, defends a law that helps fund spay and neuter programs during a Senate Conservation Committee meeting at the state Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. The law, which calls for a fee on pet food to fund the programs, is scheduled

By LISA SHIN Optometrist Los Alamos Family Eyecare, PC Dear Friends: Happy New Year! It is hard to believe that 2026 marks 29 years of providing eye care to the incredible community of Los Alamos. Stay tuned for a big celebration of 30 years in the near future. If your

The Bernalillo High School girls basketball team found their biggest challenge this season wasn't about wins but about hope.

New Mexico lawmakers are focusing on improving math scores, with a new bill expanding math training for teachers and introducing student screenings.

Albuquerque's "Summer of Nonviolence" program is expanding to a year-round initiative called "Seasons of Nonviolence" to keep kids out of trouble.

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Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a fire on the 1100 block La Ponlana Monday morning, quickly bringing it under control in 10 minutes.

Editor’s Note: Jack Becker is the editor of Caprock Chronicles and is a librarian at Texas Tech University Libraries. He can be reached at jack.becker@ttu.edu. Today’s…

Heavy snow and temperatures near zero mean hard work for anyone tending livestock in the area this week. Dickie Mcintosh of Mcintosh Horse Company clears accumulated s…

A prominent Southern California farming mogul charged with killing his estranged wife in their home near Pinetop-Lakeside was scheduled to appear in court to argue ove…

Supplemental funding allocated to legislators to distribute across their districts can provide a lifeline for organizations, representatives of such funding in Grant County said. The latest iteration of such funding, the Government Results and Opportunity Fund, was created in 2024 to replace the “junior” supplemental appropriations bill passed in some

New Mexico United has announced its participation in the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, with the club set to face Cruizers FC in the First Round.

Clouds will increase Monday night, preventing temperatures from dropping as much as Sunday night.

The frenzy over reforming medical malpractice in New Mexico may be fizzling amid confusing data and political reality. Let's take the second matter first. Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland is at this point the candidate most likely to succeed MLG in just 11 months. Her chief rival Sam Bregman has

CARLSBAD — A struggling turtle native to the waters of New Mexico, including the Pecos River, is at the center of a federal lawsuit.

A Canadian pipe manufacturing company, Endurance Technologies, Inc., has chosen Las Cruces, New Mexico, as the location for its first facility in the United States.

Evening view of Los Alamos National Laboratory. Courtesy/LANL LANL News: Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) released its annual Economic Impact Report detailing spending during fiscal year 2025, which ended Sept. 30. With an annual budget of $5.28 billion, the Laboratory is a major economic driver in the state. “For more

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The State Highway Project Bonds bill, which will fund the second phase of the U.S. 180 Four-Lane Safety Improvement Project between Hurley and Faywood, passed the state Senate on Friday and has moved into the state House for consideration. The second phase of the

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By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff It’s hard to believe that what’s become a defining feature of Western New Mexico University’s main campus in Silver City has only been around for a decade, but Mariachi Plata de Western New Mexico University celebrates its 10-year anniversary in 2026, with plans to

OBAE News: SANTA FE — The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access (OBAE) and Expansion (OBAE) has announced legislation to authorize $10 million in broadband funding to help low-income families afford broadband service. Senate Bill 152 was introduced by Senate Majority Whip Michael Padilla (D-14) and prepared by OBAE in

While state lawmakers debated and voted inside our Roundhouse Monday, outside protesters demanded action for immigrants and workers.

SPORTS News: The Los Alamos Varsity Hilltoppers hockey team will celebrate Senior Night this weekend as they take the ice for a special home game at 6:15 p.m. Saturday at the Los Alamos County Ice Rink. The Hilltoppers will face off against the New Mexico Ice Wolves in what promises

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By JUNO OGLE Daly Press Staff Area legislators have a new office where constituents can meet with a legislative aide to discuss their concerns. District 39 state Rep. Luis Terrazas and District 28 state Sen. Gabriel Ramos opened their joint office with a ribbon-cutting Jan. 9 inside First American Bank,

New Mexico Sen. Jim Townsend of Artesia was appointed to the powerful Senate Judiciary Committee on Jan. 20, as newcomer Sen. Rex Wilson of Lincoln County received his…

The foul-up was one of several compliance issues for the New Mexico agency, which is seeking a $1.5 billion road bonding package.

Two men killed in a fire Sunday morning were identified by the sheriff's office as Ross Duran, 54, and Benjamin Gomez, 61.

"We are under a state of siege," said Marcela Díaz, executive director of Somos Un Pueblo Unido, a nonprofit that helped organize the event.

Initially slated to be complete in six to nine months, the intersection improvement began in summer 2023 and is still ongoing.

Over 1,000 people in Ruidoso remain without power Monday evening after extreme weather hit the area.

Lawmakers expressed early support for harsher penalties, arguing that could help turn the tide against violent crime.

Police are seeking help to identify two suspects they say vandalized Los Lunas High School, causing significant damage.

High temperatures will hover largely in the 40s but get gradually warmer in time for the weekend.

With 31 million residents, Texas gained 2.1 million people between 2020 and 2024. Other populous states like California, Florida, and New York…

Bills to fund a new UNM medical school building, behavioral health projects and broadband all saw early committee wins.

Tia Sophia’s Roswell will be located downtown at 401 N. Richardson Ave. in a space formerly occupied by La Gran Victoria.

The massive Turquoise Trail project, from developer Dominium, is being built on a roughly 20-acre property at 4608 N.M. 14.

Authorities said Ryan Wedding turned himself in at the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City last week and was flown to California after a yearlong effo…

Albuquerque - Timothy Houle of Albuquerque is accused of having possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) containing images of his young child. Houle was taken into custody over the weekend following an investigation conducted by the New Mexico Department of Justice Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit

A New Mexico man is accused of possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material involving his own child.

Dan Flores joins the latest episode of "Conversations Different" to discuss the new edition of his New York Times best-selling book Coyote Ame…

Several organizations already have asked for an extended comment period and a public hearing on the contentious data center project.

Meta had sought media coverage restrictions for an upcoming trial over New Mexico's claims its platforms are “a breeding ground for predators.”

Tycoolz is partnering with Animal Humane New Mexico on a program to let dog lovers buy treats for shelter dogs through the company’s website.

Robert Holguin recently spent 14 years with Santa Ana Police, and prior spent 26 years with New Mexico State Police.

Crash experts say the Bombardier Challenger 600 model plane is prone to accumulating ice on its wings.

Monday was a picture postcard type of winter day in Roswell with blue skies and white snow. However, the temperatures weren’t worth writing home about because some wer…

A shelter in place at the Sunport has been lifted after a potential security threat was investigated by police.

Two Iranian-backed militias in the Middle East are signaling their readiness to launch new attacks.

European Union regulators have opened a formal investigation into Elon Musk's social media platform X after its AI chatbot Grok started produc…

Prosecutors said the man lived a luxury lifestyle that included lavish vacations and designer clothes paid for with $23 million in public mone…

A Jan. 9 article in Condé Nast Traveler lists Santa Fe as the second-best city in the U.S. for shopping, right behind New York.

ARTESIA — On January 21, 2026, the New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau was requested by the Chaves County Metro Narcotics Task Force to investigate an office…

Albuquerque- Around 8:30AM, the Albuquerque Sunport put a shelter-in-place on the facility due to a perceived threat. Witnesses said a large police presence is at the airport. It is unclear what started the lock down. It’s wise to check the Sunport’s social media pages or website for updates and delays.

Israel says the remains of the final hostage in Gaza have been recovered, clearing the way for the next phase of the ceasefire that stopped th…

Earlier this month, nine singers from Roswell High participated in the performances of the NMMEA All-State choirs. The students went to UNM in Albuquerque and rehearse…

We added clients and caregivers. We did not add layers of management disguised as support. Capacity came from fewer barriers.

A judge revoked an Española woman’s suspended sentence after she pleaded down to a misdemeanor from a felony charge of forgery.

A man was shot at on Nov. 24 at the Santa Cruz Country Store, when two men exited an SUV and approached him, then started hitting and kicking him before one pulled out a gun and fired at him.

BernCo District Attorney Sam Bregman scored some badly needed points with Dem primary voters when he came out swinging as he declared he "may prosecute" ICE for any "unconstitutional enforcement actions" in Bernalillo County. We know he scored because soon after Deb Haaland, the front-runner for the nomination, came with

The fire occurred on Willow, which is located off N.M. 14 and roughly between La Cienega and Los Cerrillos.

As the BLM weighs creating two official shooting ranges, residents near the Caja del Rio say shooting at night has them concerned.

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

Local college, middle school and elementary school students receive academic recognitions.

In the Southeast, branches and power lines snapped Sunday under the weight of ice, and hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses were with…

In dueling news conferences, federal and state officials offered starkly different messages about the immigration crackdown that has swept acr…

Matt Dodson, a landlord from Farmington, hopes to oppose incumbent senator Luján in the Democratic primary election.

Lawmakers and advocates argue the law still has loopholes allowing some private equity transactions to avoid scrutiny.

Congress approves IAIA funding, scholarships for high school seniors affected by Alzheimer's and more education news.

The Harwood Museum of Art will screen “Journey Down the Gila,” the 2019 film that tells the story of the Gila River and three teens who died in a 2014 plane crash near Silver City. The 37-minute film is not available online or for purchase.

A Dixon man who threatened his neighbor with a rifle pleaded guilty to a single charge of felon in possession of a firearm on Jan. 9.

Prosecutors have dismissed charges brought by New Mexico State Police officers against an Española man, arrested on a charge of felon in possession of a firearm.

Albuquerque - Interstate 40 westbound is closed at San Mateo due to a fatal motor vehicle crash. Traffic on I-40 westbound is being slowed at Louisiana and drivers are required to exit at San Mateo. Just before 2:15 PM on Saturday, a crash on I-40 westbound was observed and reported

A woman who crashed her car with two passengers, while drunk, has pleaded down to drunk driving, while prosecutors dropped a charge of child abuse against her passenger.

Prosecutors dropped a charge of possession of a controlled substance against a Bayard man, Dec. 16, after he completed a treatment program.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The Silver City Town Council is complete once again with the successful appointment of a new District 1 councilor Wednesday night. Angelina Salaiz immediately took her seat on the dais after being sworn in by Silver City Magistrate Judge D. Matthew Runnels. The council

The Wednesday, January 21, meeting of the Chaves County Federated Republican Women (CCFRW) opened with the Lord’s prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. Guest speaker wa…

City Clerk Martha Salas said during the regular Bayard council meeting Wednesday that the city would begin the process of readdressing this year. “I think mostly everyone’s address here in Bayard is going to change,” Salas said during her report. “We have a big problem with addresses here right now.”

On Thursday, members of the Roswell Legal Committee recommended that lease agreement revisions should move forward to the city council for the Roswell Museum and Roswe…

Tax auction in Quay County

Albuquerque - We are recapping the top five stories from the week to make it easy for you to catch up on Albuquerque news. We covered District Attorney Sam Bregman threatens to arrest ICE Agents, a woman who shot and killed her father, a teen died in a shootout at

Albuquerque - On January 22, 2026, deputies with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office were called to a residence in the 200 block of Camino Cuatro SW as part of a Violent Crimes Unit investigation stemming from alleged threats involving a firearm. According to a criminal complaint, deputies first contacted a

A pickup truck rumbles past the barriers on East 19th Street Thursday morning. City of Roswell Public Information Officer Todd Wildermuth stated in a Wednesday email t…

Front page of the Jan. 21, 1892 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Jan. 21, 1892 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. From Isleta my companion and I wandered south, down the valley of the Rio Grande, which is certainly the most odd and characteristic section

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.

Molly is an almost-grown kitten with whispering whiskers and a heart full of gentle charm. At around 10 months old, this brown-and-white tabby is that perfect ’tween age: playful enough to keep things lively, calm enough to curl up and keep you company. Molly gets along beautifully with othe…

Taylor, the runaway Mexican wolf who became famous for his determination to return to his namesake mountain, was found dead last weekend on the freeway near Grants, Ne…

With frigid weather looming that could turn hazardous — especially for those without access to a warm dwelling — a nonprofit announced they will open another emergency…

Updated Jan. 27 at 10:50 a.m.

Holy Cross Medical Center welcomed the first baby born at the facility in the new year, the hospital said in a press release. Natalia Cabrera was born Jan. 5 at 8:21 p.m., according to hospital …

Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.

At Taos Middle School, Principal Linda Quintana Martinez talks about the campus the way most people talk about home — because for her, it always has been. Her father served as principal of Taos Middle School for 20 years, and she grew up running its halls, helping staple student agendas

The New Mexico Department of Wildlife — formerly the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish — will honor a new discount for residents who receive Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program …

In addition to a series of pile burns recently conducted by the Carson National Forest in Taos County, forest officials also announced a timber project designed to reduce the threat of wildfire near …

Taos MainStreet has awarded $25,000 in Cultural Events Fund grants to eight groups planning events in Taos County between Jan. 1 and May 31, according to a Taos MainStreet press release. Taos …

Taos County’s two pueblos have named their tribal leadership selections for 2026. Leaders for both tribes serve one-year terms in office. Taos Pueblo On New Year’s Day, the 50, all-male members …

A group of children play ping pong recently at the Old Town Mission Community Center. The Fun Squad, a group of volunteers associated with the OTMCC, hosts a family game night every Friday.legislative session. A group of children play ping pong recently at the Old Town Mission Community Center. The

Eligible homeowners can learn about a new opportunity available through Taos County’s Community Energy Efficiency Development (CEED) Block Grant at the next, Jan. 26 virtual speakers series event …

When Picuris Medical Center opened last fall, it provided something residents of Peñasco, Picuris Pueblo and Dixon have waited years to see — a clinic housing medical, dental, optometry, …

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Jan. 12–18, 2026. Total intakes: 19 Adoptions and transfers: 4 Animals in foster: 15 Pounds of food: 500 Number of animal …

Mi Cocina Mexicana, a family-run restaurant that began in Angel Fire in 2023, has opened a second location in Red River, bringing the kitchen of Ruben Moreno’s youth in Juárez, Chihuahua to …

For the last legislative session of her two-term tenure, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is pushing lawmakers to adopt a wide-ranging agenda cementing her legacy in key areas such as universal …

Editor’s Note: This commentary was originally published by Source New Mexico (sourcenm.com) and has been republished with permission. A male house finch belts out his springtime song. Mustard …

Police arrested a 23-year-old Santa Fe man for allegedly trying to lure a child away from a dollar store in Pecos earlier this week. Prosecutors charge Elian Chumacero with felony kidnapping and misdemeanor disorderly conduct following the encounter outside the Dollar Tree store around 5 p.m. on Monday. Chumacero claimed

On Tuesday, Senator Jim Townsend announced his appointment to the Senate Judiciary Committee, effective immediately.

Two reputed regional leaders of the Sinaloa drug cartel on the Chihuahua-Texas border were among 37 high-level organized crime figures transferred by Mexico to the ⁠Un…

Since its founding in 1938, The Order of de Pineda has overseen the annual presentation of debutantes, one of Corpus Christi’s most enduring and distinguished social t…

Rep. VasquezWe've wondered when national pundits would begin to see what we've been seeing and switch the southern congressional race from a "toss up" to a "lean Democratic" race. Well, the nonpartisan Cook Political Report has now done just that, dropping the toss up title for the seat held by

A strong winter storm will impact much of central and northern New Mexico, including Roswell and Chaves County, Friday through Sunday. Alien City is likely to encounte…

The Roswell City Council will consider updates to the procurement code last week that were recommended by members of the Legal Committee by a 4-to-0 vote in November 2025.

This story originally ran on Thursday, January 18, 1973.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife will not release wolves this winter for the first time in three years after failing to secure a source for the predator, the agency announced.

On Thursday, January 22, at 1:30 p.m. (or 15 minutes after the House floor session, whichever is later), the New Mexico House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee will meet in Room 317 to hear House Bill 9 (HB 9)—a sweeping, far-left proposal that would effectively shut down Immigration and Customs

“How was school?” “Good.” “What did you learn today?” “Nothing.” Sounds familiar? Many of us find ourselves stuck in this loop, wanting to connect with our kids but me…

NMJC to buy former hospital building for $1.75 million Levi Hill/News-Sun Pending an environmental …

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

Braille flag comes to Roswell schools

The Democratic Party of New Mexico Judicial Council is reviewing the legitimacy of a vote held by the Taos County Democratic Party to remove Party Chair Daniel Cordova. A group of party members and …

Three Republican candidates for statewide office joined members of the Republican Party of Taos County for its Mass Central Committee Meeting, Precinct Caucus and Pre-Primary Convention at the Taos …

DeAnna Autumn Leaf Suazo was a rising star. Before her death in 2021, the 29-year-old artist had made a name for herself with her modern take on ledger art — blending Eastern and Western influences …

A 25-acre, undeveloped property owned by the Town of Taos, has the potential to be a jewel of restoration in the middle of town. “The Cornelio Basin down here at Calle Cornelio and Wilton is the …

The Village of Taos Ski Valley continues to report decreases in revenue, with less construction and a bad snow year. Village Finance Director Carroll Griesedieck reported at the VTSV regular council …

This is the third in a series of stories exploring the implications of property law and residential development in Taos County. An appeal of a longstanding subdivision transfer exemption — the …

Judge Christian Montaño, left, administers the oath to Dr. Kimberly Blea, second from left, before a regular meeting of the Las Vegas City Schools Board of Education at the district’s Administration Office on on Jan. 15. Blea is accompanied by her son, Rico Blea Jr., 6, and daughter, Alma Blea,

Taos County sheriff’s deputies arrested Vicente Martinez on suspicion of first-degree murder after deputies found 53-year-old Abraham Fernandez unresponsive following an altercation Tuesday (Jan. …

Kit Carson Electric Co-op is honoring the life and legacy of Cristobal “Chris” Duran, a longtime board member and vice president of the cooperative’s board, after he died Monday (Jan . 12) at …

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She began with a nostalgic video and proceeded to deliver a vanilla speech that leaned heavily into the major success of her seven years at the helm of state government---the adoption of universal child care. Transcript here. Video here (starts at 1:46).The chatty and often casual address from Gov. Michelle

Our family is saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Erik Anthony Lewis, on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Erik was born October 3,1987, inAlbuquerque, New…

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said during her State of the State address on Jan. 20, 2026, that she did not consider her final regular session “a victory lap.” New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said during her State of the State address on Jan. 20, 2026, that she

The Las Vegas Claims Office will only be open weekdays, effective January 24. The change will put its schedule in line with the Santa Fe and Mora Claims Offices, which discontinued Saturday hours last year. All three claims offices will be on the same schedule of 7:30 a.m. to 5

In her final State of the State address Tuesday, Michelle Lujan Grisham laid out an expansive agenda for the 30-day legislative session, pitching it as a call for bipartisanship while reviving some of the most divisive proposals of her two terms — including a renewed push to restrict firearms in

Ernest Royal Pemble passed away on January 13, 2026. Ernest was born in Tomahawk, WI on December 1, 1943, and was raised in Mercer, WI where he graduated from…

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between January 13 and January 19, 2026: Leonora Frances Lovato, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Use or Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Alexander C. Alirez, Resisting, Evading or Obstructing and Officer (Arrest). Dwight Mares, Aggravated Assault (Deadly Weapon),

Taos Fire and Rescue responded to a fire on Santistevan Road in El Prado Tuesday morning (Jan. 20), black smoke from which was visible across the Taos Valley.

To reduce the administrative workload on teachers, Las Vegas City Schools has initiated a pilot program utilizing AI for routine planning tasks. To reduce the administrative workload on teachers, Las Vegas City Schools has initiated a pilot program utilizing AI for routine planning tasks. For many teachers, the love of

The aroma and flavor of the horno-roasted chicos on Christmas Eve prepared and served by Carmen, El Vecino’s wife, still vividly lingers in his memory and ghosts his taste buds. With that in mind, El Vecino has settled on a resolution and aspiration to cultivate a Concho corn crop for

Prosecutors dismissed two charges of arson against a Santa Cruz man, who’s accused of lighting his mother’s house on fire and then returning to the house after the fire had been put out and setting it on fire a second time.

The Roswell City Council approved Resolution 26-01, which contains a variety of modifications to the city’s code for the council and the mayor, during an organizationa…

A Republican state lawmaker is planning to prefile several bills on juvenile crime she hopes will win the backing of Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is hoping to double down on its range rider program to deter wolves from conflicts with livestock this year, if it can find enough qualifie…

Ruidoso Downs Race Track & Casino recently announced via a statement on their website explaining that flood risk has made the venture unsustainable.

A man who lit a couple on fire after dousing them with gasoline because they had accused him of stealing a gun is scheduled to be the next death row inmate to be executed.

The former PBR Sport Performance Center building, 310 Central Main St., is getting closer to its full transformation into the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America.

Students prepare for TX competitions while building skills

A woman was found in a "mummified state" inside her burglarized home in Bullhead City, according to police officials.

Sen. Wirth & Speaker MartinezThere's already some good news from the Roundhouse even as the first day of the 30 day legislative session is gaveled to order. After productive bargaining between the Governor, legislators, trial lawyers and doctors, the interstate compact that aim to ease the state doctor shortage by

Updated Jan. 19 at 8 p.m.

The Roundhouse pictured Oct. 1, 2025, the opening day of the special legislative session. The Roundhouse pictured Oct. 1, 2025, the opening day of the special legislative session. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s final regular legislative session starts at noon on Tuesday (don’t rule out the possibility of a special session

Luna Community College is set to receive $2.8 million for the construction of student housing, which may be available as soon as the fall 2026 semester. The college, which does not presently have student housing options, has received approval from the New Mexico State Board of Finance for an Emergency

Rio Arriba County Sheriff’s deputies arrested an Española woman on a warrant, Jan. 7, for failure to appear for a status conference on three counts of child abuse.

Gov. Tingley GOP governor candidate Duke Rodriguez, already struggling with the issue of whether he is a resident of New Mexico or Arizona and eligible to run for the state's highest office, erred on a key point of state history when he appeared before a group of business executives in

President Donald Trump sharply criticized New Mexico’s election system on Friday, calling the state’s elections “so corrupt it’s incredible” during a White House roundtable focused on rural health care. Trump made the remarks in response to a question from a woman who identified herself as a nurse practitioner and a

More than 200 people showed up at The Liberty on Thursday to celebrate the legacy of Peppers Grill & Bar. The beloved restaurant recently closed its doors after 35…

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Riders wait for the start of the annual "Luminarias" celebration on the eve of Saint Anthony's day, Spain's patron saint of animals, in the Village of San Bartolome de…

A closed session during which the Roswell City Councilors spoke with Mayor Timothy Jennings' nominees for city manager, police chief and treasurer took more than two h…

A resolution requesting that the Roswell Relief Route be renamed in honor of professional golfer Nancy Lopez was approved on Thursday by all five Chaves County Commissioners.

Front page of the Jan. 16, 1907 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Jan. 16, 1907 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Raton today was digging out from beneath snow drifts six feet deep piled in the main streets yesterday and last night by one of

At January’s Roswell Independent School District (RISD) school board meeting, a local grandfather spoke on behalf of his 12 year-old granddaughter, a sixth grade stude…

The Carson National Forest announced pile burns will continue around the Enchanted Circle as soon as Friday (Jan. 16). Pile burns are planned elsewhere in the Carson as well, according to an email update from forest officials.

A man who pointed a gun at two Roswell Police Department officers before fleeing on foot from a traffic stop in east Roswell was quickly found and arrested nearby.

Tax analyst and H&R Block Office Manager, Crystal Clark Fort. Tax analyst and H&R Block Office Manager, Crystal Clark Fort. H&R Block is preparing for a busy tax season as the sweeping One Big Beautiful Bill Act, or OB3, reshapes rules for filers and creates new opportunities for refunds. According

Another warning shot is fired across the bows of centrist Dem gubernatorial candidates Sam Bregman and Ken Miyagishima:Democrats are more liberal now than they have been at any point in modern polling history. CNN's chief data analyst said that 59 percent of Democrats identified as liberal in a new Gallup/CBS

Today, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M) announced student nominations from New Mexico to enter the United States Service Academies. “New Mexico has a proud tradition of service across every branch of our military, and I’m honored to nominate some of our state’s best and brightest to our United States

Roswell Independent School District (RISD) held its first board meeting of the year on Monday, January 12.

CLAYTON — The fight against the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor (NIETC) is ongoing, reports the New Mexico Cattle Growers’…

In the western Sierra Madres of Mexico, a big cat named Libélula is the matriarch of the largest breeding jaguar population in North America. She roams the forested fo…

Rows of elaborate LEGO builds, traveling vendors and hands-on activities filled the convention floor over the weekend as Brick Convention launched its 2026 tour with a…

Updating the city’s procurement code is among items on the regular agenda for the Roswell City Council meeting on Friday.

Prosecutors this week charged a Las Vegas man in connection with an armed car theft outside an area gas station in April 2025. Twenty-seven-year-old Demitrius T. Nickson is charged with multiple felony charges following an incident last spring when police responded to a call from a man who reported that

A 25-year-old sexual predator who admitted to being able to manipulate situations to be alone with children he preyed upon was sentenced recently to 25 years in prison.

RUIDOSO — Sometimes after a storm, a rainbow paints the sky.

Rolando Medrano, center, was elected to the Luna Community College Board of Trustees and was sworn in Thursday morning at the school’s Student Services Building Board Room. He has served on the board since being appointed in December 2024. His son, Rolando Medrano Jr., is pictured to the left. Judge

Marie GrahamMarie Graham, 99, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed peacefully in her home. She was born in Brodhead, Colorado.Marie graduated from high school…

A local professor who has done extensive research on Latin America said he fears the United States’ recent attack on Venezuela marks a step backwards in U.S. diplomacy and may set a precedent for similar attacks across the globe. Peter Linder, a longtime professor of history at New Mexico Highlands

Sen. WirthA proposal to ban all ICE detention facilities in the state is on the fast track for the upcoming legislative session with Dem leadership and the Governor not yet mentioning any possible repercussions from the Trump administration if such a measure is approved. Others outside the Roundhouse are warning

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A radical environmental advocacy group with a long track record of using the Endangered Species Act (ESA) as a litigation weapon is once again targeting New Mexico’s water, energy, and agricultural sectors—this time over a freshwater turtle. According to Source New Mexico, the Center for Biological Diversity filed a federal

New Mexico Highlands University head football coach Kurt Taufa’asau, at left, is part of a university contingent heading to the Pacific Islands to expand NMHU’s recruiting impact in the area. New Mexico Highlands University head football coach Kurt Taufa’asau, at left, is part of a university contingent heading to the

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between January 6 and January 12, 2026: Ben Encinias, APO Arrest Order (Two Counts). Anyssa M. Lucero, Trafficking Controlled Substances (Distribution) - Attempt (First Offense), Escape From a Community Custody Release Program - Person With Felony Charge, Failure

EXCLUSIVE — The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is launching a new paid digital advertising campaign targeting far-left Democrat Gabe Vasquez, accusing him of voting against millions of dollars in federal funding for southern New Mexico communities—then attempting to take credit for the very projects he opposed. According to the

An Alamogordo man has pleaded guilty in federal court to orchestrating an extensive fraud scheme that exploited COVID-19 pandemic relief programs, netting more than $650,000 through fabricated businesses, falsified records, and false statements to lenders and the federal government. According to court documents filed in the U.S. District Court for

A ballot box outside the Santa Fe County Fairgrounds for the Nov. 4, 2025 local election. A ballot box outside the Santa Fe County Fairgrounds for the Nov. 4, 2025 local election. With the start of 2026, expect to see a ramp-up toward New Mexico’s June 2 primary and, of

Even before the 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session officially begins, far-left lawmakers have moved to prefile what gun-rights advocates are calling the most sweeping anti-firearms proposal in state history. According to a press release issued this week by the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association, an omnibus gun control measure has

About 66 people carrying handmade signs and flags gathered on the corner of Seventh Street and Mills Avenue on Saturday to voice their concerns and disapproval of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The rally, organized by Las Vegas for the People, took place in part as a response to

Federal prosecutors in New Mexico reported a sharp uptick in immigration and border-related criminal charges this week, reflecting continued emphasis on interior enforcement and border security under the Trump administration. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico, led by Ryan Ellison, federal authorities brought charges

A small but aggressive protest organized by far-left activists outside a federal immigration facility in Albuquerque devolved into physical confrontations Friday, prompting federal officials to declare an unlawful assembly and detain two demonstrators. According to reporting by Source New Mexico, roughly 20 protesters gathered outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs

Front page of the Jan. 4, 1898 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Jan. 4, 1898 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Noticing in The Optic that Uncle Jerry Heeps, the old-time citizen-shoemaker, is in poor health, Geo. D. Allen at once set about hunting up

After weeks of mounting pressure from Republicans and just days before the start of New Mexico’s 30-day legislative session, Democrat Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday announced her appointment to fill the long-vacant Senate District 33 seat in southern New Mexico. The governor selected Rex Wilson of Ancho to serve

Leaders of New Mexico’s health care exchange are reporting a third straight year of enrollment increases, even as federal health care tax credits expire and average premiums are set to rise in 2026. As of Monday, with more than a week until open enrollment ends, more than 81,000 New Mexicans

With New Mexico’s 30-day legislative session set to convene on January 20, lawmakers have already begun shaping the policy agenda through a series of prefiled House bills. While prefiling does not guarantee that legislation will advance, it often signals which proposals leadership hopes to move quickly during the short session,

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

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

One man is dead following a late-December shooting in Tecolote and police are still searching for the man’s brother-in-law who is accused of pulling the trigger. Prosecutors charged 55-year-old Michael S. Nicholls with first-degree murder in the death of 61-year-old Albert Salazar on Dec. 20, 2025. Following the shooting, police

The campaign of Republican gubernatorial candidate Duke Rodriguez announced this week that it has exceeded the number of signatures required to qualify for New Mexico’s June 2 Republican primary. It is unclear at this time which other GOP campaigns have also crossed the threshold. Under New Mexico election law, Republican

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between December 30, 2025 and January 5, 2026: Davin Andrea Martinez, Unlawful Taking of a Motor Vehicle (First Offense), Resisting, Evading or Obstructing an Officer (Refusal), Criminal Damage to Property, No Driver’s License, APO Arrest Order. Jeffrey Michael

On Thursday, January 1, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the Las Vegas Fire Department responded to a gas fire on 9th Street that quickly developed into a structure fire. The fire involved a single-family home, and crews arrived on the scene within minutes. Thanks to their rapid response, firefighters were able

David Romero was sworn in as Las Vegas’ Mayor on Dec. 30. David Romero was sworn in as Las Vegas’ Mayor on Dec. 30. Las Vegas Mayor David Romero acknowledged he’s made a pivotal transition – from “appointed” to “official” – during a swearing-in ceremony at the Abe Montoya Recreation

Far-left activists in Albuquerque and New Mexico House Speaker Javier Martínez (D-Albuquerque) erupted in protests and online tirades over the weekend following the dramatic capture of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro, exposing what critics describe as another public meltdown fueled by none other than what many call “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” According

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The unsealed federal indictment against Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro provides a sweeping and damning account of what U.S. prosecutors describe as a decades-long narco-terrorist enterprise run at the highest levels of the Venezuelan government—an operation allegedly designed to flood the United States with cocaine while enriching Maduro, his family, and

New Mexicans across the political spectrum reacted swiftly and sharply Saturday following confirmation that U.S. forces captured Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a dramatic overnight operation in Caracas—an event that immediately ignited debate in Washington and reverberated throughout the Land of Enchantment. President Donald Trump announced the

Gas prices continue to fall across New Mexico, offering welcome relief to drivers after years of volatility at the pump. According to the latest data from AAA, the statewide average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in New Mexico now sits at $2.61, well below the national average of

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

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

As crime continues to plague communities across New Mexico, state lawmakers are once again facing mounting pressure to confront what many residents describe as a growing crisis of public safety. Against a backdrop of violent crime, drug trafficking, repeat offenders, and high-profile incidents of carjackings and robberies, State Sen. Nicole

Sen. Bernie Sanders is once again holding up New Mexico as a national model — this time praising the state’s move to offer universal “free” child care — a program critics warn will saddle taxpayers with yet another expensive, open-ended government entitlement. In a post on X last week, Sanders

A federal appeals court has declined to revisit its decision striking down New Mexico’s seven-day waiting period for most firearm purchases, leaving the law blocked while the state weighs its next move. Earlier this week, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit denied a request from state attorneys

A self-proclaimed “democratic socialist” is attempting to unseat Rep. Gabe Vasquez from the left in New Mexico’s Second Congressional District, launching a primary challenge that has quickly drawn attention—and controversy—on social media. Tom Wakely, a Vietnam-era Air Force veteran and longtime progressive activist now residing in southern New Mexico, has

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 ...

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

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...

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

AG targeting oilfield crime Levi Hill/News-Sun Oilfield crime is an organized and booming business and it has caught the eye of New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez, who was in Hobbs Tuesday to meet with local and Texas law enforcement to look at ways of protecting the life blood of

A barrel of history Watson Truck and Supply in Hobbs unearths 25-year-old time capsule Andy Brosig/News-Sun A bushel of old newspapers. Logo caps vacuum-sealed in plastic. Dozens of photographs. Vintage Beanie Babies. A broken socket from a well-used wrench set. These are just a few of the items unearthed last

Tatum Elementary playground upgrade 60 years overdue Denise Marquez/News-Sun Tatum Elementary students braved the cold weather Thursday morning to attend a groundbreaking and ribbon cutting ceremony for a new playground. When Tatum Elementary Principal Robn Hogue cut the ribbon during the ceremony the Tatum Elementary jumped and cheered. Several students

A reason to be thankful Moms grateful to be parents of first baby surrendered in Baby Box Andy Brosig/News-Sun For a time, two years ago, he was arguably the most-known baby in Lea County. Dubbed only Baby John Doe at the time, he was the first infant surrendered via the

3 million tortillas and counting Feeding people is Nora Avila’s calling Levi Hill/News-Sun Every morning for 40 years, Nora Avila, 67, wakes up at 2:30 in the morning and by 3 a.m. she’s at her restaurant making tortillas. At a rate of an average 300 tortillas a day for 40

Saturday, Nov. 8 *Veterans Appreciation Breakfast — 7-9 a.m., Tucumcari Elks Lodge 1172,...Read More

Board Meeting November 10, 2025 Board Room 6:00 p.m. This meeting will be held in compliance with...Read More

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...

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...

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

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...

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...

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,...

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 ...

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...

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