No other elephants escaped, no one was injured, according to the zoo

As the early morning sun rises above Cañon de San Diego, the contrast in color of the incredible landscape along Red Rocks Trails is turned up to the max as red cliffs, blue sky and green vegetation captivate the eye. Accessed along N.M. 4 across...

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff While fiber artist Sandra Hopper lives in Truth or Consequences, she finds a fiber art community miles and a mountain range away in Silver City through the Southwest Women’s Fiber Arts Collective. Three of her pieces will be shown in the collective’s annual Tapestry

Burlington Stores Inc. marked the opening of its Farmington store with a ribbon cutting Friday and a $5,000 donation to Animas Elementary School to help fund classroom materials. The funds will be distributed among teachers at Animas, Farmington Municipal Schools Superintendent Cody Diehl said. Diehl said the donation will help

Luna, who was most likely headed to a slaughterhouse, now gets a second chance at life

Family planning clinics across the U.S. are bracing for a potential lapse in federal funding – and New Mexico Department of Health officials say it’s “too soon to tell” what kind of impact that will have in the state. The Title X Family Planning Program, created by Congress in 1970,

Donations will be given to those in need at Gateway shelters

Santa Fe County Clerk Katharine Clark one of two clerks vying for state's top elections job

30 passengers evacuated, a dozen injured

Police say the boy shot another 13-year-old in back of the head, injuring him

Jury convicted Dorian McCuller of second-degree murder in the killing of 44-year-old Richard Cabell outside a Northeast Albuquerque apartment complex

ACLU-backed lawsuit alleges state prison policies blocking mailed books and magazines are unconstitutional

Jury found former driver not guilty of voluntary manslaughter

He delivered four successful rides to edge top contenders

National Weather Service: Record highs recorded throughout the state as heat dome hangs over New Mexico

Two U.S. military planes were shot down in separate incidents on Friday, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict.

Containment at 53% amid mix of precipitation and high winds Wednesday and Thursday

Event fell one week after El Gallo Show in Hobbs

Fourth Street project to begin in June or July, according to the county

Rural Doña Ana County plant part of community solar program

FARMINGTON – Senior JW Bayless was a force for Piedra Vista both on the mound and at the plate Friday at Ricketts Park, leading the Panthers to a 4-0 win over district rival Cibola. Bayless threw a complete game for the Panthers, striking out seven while allowing eight hits and

The lab could add 705,000 square feet of new facilities by 2038

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Aldo Leopold Charter School announced Friday afternoon it had reached an agreement with the Silver Consolidated School District to purchase Jose Barrios Elementary School, and plans to conduct its classes there starting this fall. The announcement comes after months of talks between Aldo and

Suit alleges medical system fired disabled employee in violation of ADA

SUNLAND PARK, N.M. — A field of 10 will head to the starting gate Sunday for a wide-open 65th running of the $250,000 Casa Ford Sunland Park Handicap, the featured event of closing day at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino. The race headlines a 12-race program that includes three major

Attorney general alleges convenience stores and distributors helped funnel flavored e-cigarettes to underage users across the state

By LISA JIMENEZ Daily Press Correspondent A large section of Swan Street will get a makeover this year from 32nd Street to Cain Drive, while construction on several south-side streets in the east Chihuahua Hill neighborhood has already begun. Streets in the original townsite area will receive the annual chip

President Donald Trump's new White House ballroom has gotten final approval from a key commission. This comes after a federal judge ordered a …

A record March heat wave that occurred amid historic snow drought means that most of New Mexico will experience above-normal wildfire risk over the next two months, according to a new outlook forecasters released this week. The National Interagency Fire Center’s new monthly outlook details the severity of the March

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent At Thursday’s Grant County Commission meeting, commissioners reappointed three re- members of their lodgers tax board, leaving two open seats. They also heard a report on the county’s audit, named the new access road to the Forgotten Veterans Memorial and authorized construction to begin

Joseph Bull will step into the role from Portland State University, ending years of interim leadership

Some GOP county leaders say issue not resolved despite state party's call for unity

Suspects face additional murder charge in incident that killed two, injured five

Questions about whether candidate meets eligibility requirement likely to persist despite ruling

Suspect told police she did it in self-defense, but police called her timeline inconsistent

Scientists have discovered fossils in China that reveal a crucial transition from simple to complex life on Earth. These fossils, dating back …

Before picking Todd Blanche to help lead and now run the Justice Department, President Donald Trump was his client.

Plan anticipates a $35 million cut in operating funds

Claims county has no authority to hold civil immigration detainees

Lawsuit alleges officers weren’t warned to protect themselves from toxic substances

Probe encompasses county management and sheriff's office

NM House speaker says he needs to 'get offline' and 'touch grass'

Former FBI official Raul Bujanda tapped to oversee APD, Fire Rescue and Community Safety

A recent $1B pledge from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could help the agency chip away at a construction backlog

When the San Juan College Film Club team heard their group name, Rouge 5, announced as the winner at the Film Four Corners competition, it was both surprising and rewarding. The competition challenges participants to create a short film within a limited time frame, pushing students to think quickly, collaborate

Prosecutors: Killing occurred during sale of "small amount of marjijuana"

National Weather Service: High wind gusts, returning aridity could squelch chance of precipitation on Wednesday

District paints over name before spring break, renaming process to include student engagement and education

The following is a recap of local events for this time period throughout history. A war on weeds was declared Friday morning at the San Juan College Business and Education Training Center. Weed War 2001 seeks to bring together various landowners, business leaders and government officials to form a cooperative

A judge last month dismissed Aden Heyman's state district court lawsuit

Burrows: Conversation is about 'culture,' 'opportunity' and 'shared values'

Suspect is alleged to have been coordinating activity from Mexico City

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff One man has been arrested in connection with a shooting in Silver City early Sunday morning that injured a Cobre High School student. According to a press release from Silver City Police Chief Freddie Portillo, officers were dispatched just after midnight Sunday near Market

New Mexico's broadband office hails 'generational investment' in rural communities

The Trump administration has scaled back its plans to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Under the new plan, the bureau’s hea…

City councilors hope to steer project to industrial area

Pueblo of Acoma residents and leaders on Thursday evening pressed Democratic federal and state officials to rebuff the Trump administration on immigration and elections, while seeking support to address housing and other issues close to home. In a town hall at the Acoma Pueblo Amphitheater, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez, whose

A resolution passed during the March Board of Trustees meeting at Navajo Preparatory High School officially names the new student home Long Home, honoring founding board member Charley Long Sr. Long has dedicated more than three decades of service to Navajo Preparatory School, beginning in 1991 as a founding member

Democratic candidate vows to protect Medicaid, expand rural care and lower drug costs in New Mexico

The Artemis II astronauts have captured Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon.

Police say suspect opened fire during late-night incident in Northeast Albuquerque

Former Presbyterian Hospital employee is accused of trading and selling child sexual abuse videos on messaging app Kik

If the incident happened while the zoo was open, 'it would have caused a lot of panic,' visitor says

For more details on the blaze, pick up a copy of Saturday’s Silver City Daily Press.

On Wednesday (March 25), the Taos Municipal Schools Board of Education considered a 2026-27 district calendar that shifts spring break to Holy Week amid concerns from Taos High School students about dual-credit scheduling. The board’s regular...

No arrests made in shooting that occurred north of Old Town

Founding superintendent retired Friday

Initial operations have begun, marking ‘a proud moment’ for the company, official says

If the legislation passes, it could be a rare bipartisan victory on health affordability in a year when mounting costs have been a key voter concern.

Crowds call out immigration enforcement and Iran war; champion democracy

Over the past month, hundreds of New Mexico protesters have gathered outside of the ranch property previously owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein near Stanley, New Mexico. Texas businessman Don Huffines secretly purchased it in 2023 and the ownership was only made public last month after he and his

Torrez joins sheriff to encourage use of ballistics database

NASA’s Artemis II astronauts have fired their engines and are blazing toward the moon. The so-called translunar ignition came 25 hours after l…

Taos ranchers gathered on a warm September morning last fall to learn new ways to measure the health of their land. Ecdysis Foundation chose Taos as one of two pilot locations for a citizen science project researching whether regenerative...

Announcement wins praise from Republican lawmakers in Western states while drawing criticism from environmental groups

Grant County is hopping with a variety of egg hunts and religious services this Easter weekend. The town of Silver City Parks and Recreation Department and Scott Park Golf Links will host a free Easter Egg Open on Friday beginning at 4 p.m., with egg hunts beginning at 5:30. The

Republican lawmaker urges governor to join more than 20 others states that have opted in

New Mexico acequia leaders ration water from record-low snowpack, hoping for relief from summer monsoons

The New Mexico finalists will compete against eight others in their categories to win the top award in June

San Juan College, partnering with the Youth Conservation Corps, will offer a summer employment opportunity for people ages 18 to 25 from June 1 through July 31. The hands-on program includes paid positions offering skill-building, training and certifications. Participants will work on conservation, campus beautification and trail maintenance projects while

Police say the 23-year-old turned himself in after alleged stabbing during fight in Southeast Albuquerque

Police: Suspect came back to scene of homicide multiple times 'to look' at investigation

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from March 25, 2026 – March 29, 2026. March 25 7:45 a.m. Suspicious Circumstance, North Plaza — Caller said a man with a knife was near a local...

About 1,000 bees were reported outside fast-food restaurant, according to the Moriarty Fire Department

State GOP official says party recruited write-in candidates for several statewide races

Incoming DA John Bernitz has spent last six months as chief deputy under unusual arrangement

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The Grant County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman who was driving on a suspended license when she allegedly struck a man walking on U.S. 180 last month. According to a press release issued Tuesday by Sheriff Raul Villanueva, Caitlin Wilguess, 29, of Bayard,

Lines wrapped around the building and stretched for hours as hundreds of residents turned out Monday to welcome Bahama Buck’s to Farmington. Located at 1618 E. 20th St., the tropical shaved ice franchise officially opened its doors with a celebratory VIP party. The evening kicked off with a ribbon‑cutting ceremony

Board members issue letter to the public

In a work session prior to Monday’s regular meeting of the Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education, board members heard a presentation from Dekker, the architectural firm designing the new Cliff school, that included some preliminary designs for the new building. Ivan Lopez, project architect with Dekker, said that after

Tensions escalated after another passenger vomited in the car

A charter bus carrying dozens of people crashed on I-10 near Lordsburg Friday morning, leaving multiple people injured.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A pediatric nurse who worked at Presbyterian Hospital in downtown Albuquerque has been arrested and is accused of possessing, selling and trading child pornography videos online.Blade Rogers, 29, was arrested Thursday and booked into the Metropolitan Detention Center after being charged with possession of a visual medium of

Albuquerque police said they arrested one of the city’s top auto theft suspects this week.

If you've ever wanted to get into the health care field, the UNM Health Professions Symposium is set for April 11 to give you what to know.

A cold front is driving red flag warnings in eastern New Mexico and freeze warnings in parts of the north as temperatures drop and winds gust up to 45 mph.

John Bishop's followed his interests wherever they took him, from founding a high school to launching a tech startup.

City government officials have been looking at potential relocation sites for the Roswell Police Department (RPD) headquarters, according to participants during a meeting of the Roswell Finance Committee on Thursday afternoon.

Pope Leo XIV carried a wooden cross for all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff.

Pope Leo XIV carried a wooden cross for all 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff. This marks the first time in decades a pope has carried the cross to every station. Leo says this act is a significant

Albuquerque experienced several major incidents this week, including a plane crash at Los Altos Golf Course and a fatal shooting on Menaul Blvd. Singleton Schreiber, a personal injury firm, is sponsoring the top stories.

The sizable increase for the Pentagon, some 44%, had been telegraphed by the Republican president even before the U.S.-led war against Iran.

After the Trump administration proposed zeroing out IAIA's funding last year, Congress intervened and appropriated $13.5 million.

Farmington’s Animas River wave is flowing again after sediment and debris had reduced it to a trickle.

The Trump administration said Friday it is rejoining two agencies that were split up in the aftermath of the 2010 Gulf oil spill.

Tribal communities in New Mexico will be getting more help from the federal government to investigate violent crime.

Lawyers say up to 75 women who were sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein since 2008 may benefit from a $72.5 million fund set up as part of a se…

Before the sun shone over what would soon become streams of roadside pilgrims, a devoted few skipped the crowds for an early morning walk to t…

Christian pilgrims climbed Tomé Hill on Good Friday, where a shrine and three crosses mark one of New Mexico’s sacred places.

If you're driving in certain parts of New Mexico, be on the lookout for thousands of pilgrims making their annual Good Friday pilgrimages

A crash on Interstate 40 in Albuquerque narrowed all of the westbound traffic to the right shoulder for a while Friday.

Scientists uncovered new evidence that Native cultures in the Southwest, including in New Mexico, had dice games 12,000 years ago.

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) on Wednesday filed a petition for a writ of mandamus with the New Mexico Supreme Co…

Make-A-Wish New Mexico celebrated 40 years of granting wishes this week by unveiling a new “Wish Wall” — and by delivering an unforgettable surprise

The UNM men's basketball team lost to Tulsa in the NIT semifinals, the program’s first trip that far since 1990 and its third overall.

Front page of the April 2, 1900 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the April 2, 1900 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Santa Fe, N.M., (AP) Unless residents of Springer change their present sentiments, it appeared today, the district highway shops are likely to remain in

A cold front will bring temperatures down by around 10 degrees for many of us on Good Friday in New Mexico.

Indoor football is back in New Mexico, and Albuquerque fans can watch the Chupacabras take the field.

ESPAÑOLA, N.M. —Honey, a 12-year-old mixed-breed dog owned by the Martinez family, is being praised for her bravery after surviving a bear attack while protecting the family's chickens.The family said they woke up in early March to find Honey barely breathing and badly injured in their driveway. At first, they

If you’re wondering where Artemis II is right now, you can track its historic journey to the moon in real ​time.

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used her social media platform on April 2-3, 2026 to criticize corporate tax breaks under former President Trump and address issues related to Pam Bondi's dismissal and ongoing investigations involving unreleased...

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SANTA FE ─ The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) is alerting the public to fraudulent websites designed to look like the official MVD site to trick people into p…

The public has just five days left to weigh in on whether land around Chaco Canyon should be opened to oil and gas drilling, with Pueblo leaders seeking answers about the Trump administration's move to roll back safeguards."We knew it was going to happen at some point; we just didn't

HIDALGO COUNTY, N.M. —Multiple people were rescued following a crash involving a charter bus in Hidalgo County early Friday morning.According to Hidalgo County Fire Rescue, crews were dispatched to a crash on Interstate 10. When crews arrived, they found a charter bus had flipped on the roadway.AdvertisementFire and rescue officials

High school students interested in spending time with the FBI in Albuquerque or Las Cruces are encouraged to apply for the agency’s 2026 Teen …

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The Association of Zoos and Aquariums is seeking an explanation from the Biopark about how Alice escaped her enclosure.AZA released a statement Thursday saying, "That report will then be evaluated by the Accreditation Commission for any further action tied to accreditation requirements."AdvertisementBiopark Director Brandon Gibson discussed whether this

SANTA FE, N.M. —Pilgrims are preparing to begin their journey to the Santuario de Chimayó, with some already on their way, hoping to arrive by Easter."Thousands of people will embark on a walking journey across northern New Mexico this week," said Shawna Graves, with Santa Fe County.AdvertisementFor some, the journey

Some Einstein Bros. Bagels cream cheese are being recalled for its mislabeling that could expose people to a life-threatening allergen.

United Airlines is raising checked bag fees starting Friday, as higher fuel costs ripple through the airline industry.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —On average, more than once a week, there is a shooting near a school in New Mexico, and nearly half the time, someone is killed.According to data obtained by the Get the Facts Data Team, there have been 833 shootings adjacent to New Mexico's schools in the past

Deb Haaland posted several statements between April 2-3, 2026 criticizing Donald Trump's administration for its spending priorities, proposed changes to Chaco Canyon protections, and ongoing legal battles involving Attorney General Raúl Torrez.

New Mexico Wildlife Federation (NMWF) managers recommend that the state reduce hunting for pronghorn and ibex in response to falling populatio…

ALTO — A $4.7 million gabion basket repair and stabilization work project on NM 532 (Ski Run Road) at milepost 2 began on Wednesday.

PHOENIX — Sparklight, a leading high-speed internet provider, is now accepting applications for its Spring 2026 Charitable Giving Fund. Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizatio…

New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez has petitioned the state Supreme Court to block Otero County's renewed agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to hold detainees, citing multiple legal violations."This contract is not lawful under New Mexico law," Torrez said.AdvertisementTorrez filed the petition with the New Mexico Supreme Court

CHIMAYO, N.M. —Pilgrims have already started their journeys to Chimayo, New Mexico, to visit a church believed to have holy dirt with healing powers.Pilgrims rub the dirt onto their hands and arms, making the trip for various reasons, such as walking for loved ones or to atone for sins.AdvertisementThose making

The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is set to reopen this weekend after being closed for the past seven months.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Make-A-Wish New Mexico is marking its 40th anniversary by unveiling a new Wish Wall and granting a life-changing wish to a 16-year-old girl who survived cancer: a trip to Rome to visit the Vatican and meet Pope Leo.Isabella Solis, 16, said her wish came into focus after a

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Several lanes of I-40 in Albuquerque have reopened following a motorcycle crash.The crash happened around 4 a.m. Friday, April 3 on westbound I-40 just west of Louisiana Boulevard.AdvertisementNo information about the crash has been released by police.

Red flag warnings will cover much of eastern New Mexico late Thursday as dry, gusty weather raises wildfire risk and creates dangerous crosswinds for high-profile vehicles.

Torrance County commissioners voted unanimously to extend the county’s ICE detention contract for one month at the CoreCivic-run prison.

BikeABQ is offering "bike bounties." These bounties will give cyclists a chance at $25 if they report bike lane, trail, or sign problem through the city’s 311 app.

"I heard the shot go out, I look over my shoulder — I see him aiming," YouTuber Mercius Louis said in an interview Thursday.

Tens of thousands of faithful from across Northern New Mexico and worldwide are expected to participate in the Holy Week pilgrimage.

Santa Fe County and Edgewood end a 20-year-old joint powers agreement for fire and emergency services.

The average price of gas in New Mexico stood at $3.82 a gallon, which is lower than the national average.

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A ceremony recognizing Vietnam Veterans Day takes place at the American Legion Post No. 28, 1620 N. Montana Ave., on Sunday at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be Col. Th…

There has been little sign Friday of the war in the Mideast winding down as Israel says it faced incoming fire from Iran, and Kuwait and Bahra…

More voters will be able to participate in the June 2 Primary Election than in the past.

Supreme CourtThe suspense hanging over the contest for the '26 GOP gubernatorial nomination abruptly ended Wednesday as the State Supreme Court let stand a lower court ruling allowing Duke Rodriguez to remain on the June 2 primary ballot.Rodriguez took note of his victory in a celebratory news release detailing the

Project leaders hope others can replicate the high-tech wearable glove, which was developed using open-source software.

Protests are growing at U.S. universities where buildings are named for those connected to the files on the late sexual predator Jeffrey Epste…

Chaves County Commissioners approved an agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to improve Zu…

The aggravated battery plea gives the court discretion to sentence Rodney Gallegos to between four and seven years in prison.

The Chaves County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on Monday stated that for now it will not release any additional information about an operation Saturday against an illegal c…

Sanchez received the most votes from delegates at last month’s Democratic Party of New Mexico’s preprimary convention.

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is now publicly expressing support for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents who have faced delayed paychecks during the recent federal funding fight — despite criticism that he previously voted against funding measures for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes TSA. In a recent social media

A senior Homeland Security official told the Associated Press the department is also rechecking warehouse deals it has already made.

Bondi's departure ends the contentious tenure of a Trump loyalist who upended the Justice Department’s culture of independence from the White …

Charlotte Taylor, left, who is with the Berrendo Volunteer Fire Department, explains some of the equipment used by first responders to cadets from the New Mexico Natio…

Albuquerque - Homicide detectives from APD are investigating a fatal shooting near Marion L. Fox Memorial Park that occurred around 12:38 AM. A 911 caller reported multiple gunshots, and officers found the victim at the scene. One person has been detained for questioning.

A planned solar and battery energy production facility was the topic of an open house for nearby property owners on Wednesday evening.

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Theater lovers in Grant County have two shows to choose from running this Easter weekend. “Dog Gone,” written and directed by local playwright Brenda McFarlane, will open Friday and run through April 19 at El Sol Theatre, 404 N. Bullard St. “Dog Gone” is

CYFD must recruit nearly 200 nonrelative foster homes and place hundreds of higher needs children in specialized care.

Four tribal nations have sued prediction platforms for violations of the U.S. Indian Gaming Regulatory Act.

Vincenzo Padilla, left, a 13-year-old seventh grader at Memorial Middle School, and Donovan Gonzales, a 14-year-old eighth grader at MMS, help care for trout at Robertson High School on March 20. Vincenzo Padilla, left, a 13-year-old seventh grader at Memorial Middle School, and Donovan Gonzales, a 14-year-old eighth grader at

Dutch authorities have recovered a priceless ancient golden helmet from Romania stolen last year from a museum in the Netherlands. Under polic…

The Environmental Protection Agency proposed Thursday to include microplastics and pharmaceuticals on a list of contaminants in drinking water…

The new Santa Fe County Magistrate Court building will have more than four times the space, along with more parking and better security features.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ousted the Army’s top uniformed officer and two other generals as the U.S. wages a war against Iran. Top Pe…

FARMINGTON, N.M. —Police officers made a pair of arrests and towed vehicles after a street racing response in northwest New Mexico.The traffic unit for the Farmington Police Department responded to two vehicles allegedly racing. The response was in the near of Main and 20th Streets.AdvertisementThe two drivers stopped were arrested

SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Wednesday the appointment of John William Bernitz as the 11th Judicial District Attorney, Division II, serving …

For decades, residents, law enforcement and local government officials have urged the state to take action to prevent suicides at the structure.

Celebrating the regulars who made these restaurants icons

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Raul Bujanda, a former FBI special agent in charge in Albuquerque, has been appointed as the city's new public safety executive director, overseeing the Albuquerque Police Department, Fire Department, and Albuquerque Community Safety.Bujanda, who spent 23 years with the FBI, including four years in Albuquerque, expressed his enthusiasm

Salmonella infections often occur after consuming contaminated food or water or touching animals, their waste or places they live.

Roswell Air Center’s Rubb Hangar was sold this month during an online auction at Public Surplus.

Española Mayor Dennis Tim Salazar announced appointments, including a former gaming executive as city manager.

Pope Leo XIV has restored the traditional Holy Thursday foot-washing ritual by washing the feet of 12 priests. This move returns to a practice…

The struggles of the Samaritan House, which recently closed due to lack of funding, has achieved international attention after a group of United World College students organized a fashion show to benefit the homeless shelter. The student-led fashion show –featuring items from the Samaritan House’s thrift store modeled by UWC

RPD’s “Good Morning Call” program offers connection and safety

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Police Department has arrested 23-year-old Colin Bilagody, and the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office has charged him with an open count of murder and tampering with evidence. The charges follow a fatal stabbing that occurred in the early hours of March 31, 2026, at an apartment

Inept challenges have allowed longtime Arizona voter Duke Rodriguez to claim he's a legitimate candidate for governor of New Mexico.

An application by the Chaves County Sheriff’s Office for $147,500 from the Law Enforcement Protection Fund (LEPF) was approved last week by the county commissioners.

I recently had the pleasure of becoming a volunteer and foster with the Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society and my experience has bee…

As Santa Fe Mayor Michael Garcia works to make the city more efficient, an initiative in San Francisco has made strides in cutting through red tape.

Home 2 Home Adoptions helps keep animals out of a shelter by connecting people who need to rehome a pet with people who are ready to adopt. Ke…

In the Lincoln National Forest, bark beetles were a big problem, until a local group took matters into its own hands.

A 20-year buffer zone of 10 miles around the Chaco Culture National Historical Park prohibits new mineral leasing in the area.

If you have ever tried to declutter or downsize your home, you know it is not an easy and quick task. It can also sometimes be painful.

A spokesperson for Deb Haaland, who is seeking the Democratic nomination for governor in New Mexico, called the ad a "lie."

Police have charged two men with murder following two separate homicides in San Miguel County within 24 hours of each other. Police in Colorado arrested 33-year-old Jaime Gilbert Martinez on Monday following a lengthy standoff at a home near Denver, according to authorities in Colorado. Martinez faces a charge of

Blues, jazz, Good Friday music, poetry and more fun in Santa Fe this weekend.

The latest round of federal family planning funding — which was slated to go into effect Wednesday — is stuck in bureaucratic limbo.

The museum's $3.7 million renovation includes a new sewer line, fresh skylights and the latest in scientific knowledge.

President Donald Trump says U.S. forces will “finish the job” in Iran soon as “core strategic objectives are nearing completion.”

High-country ranchers say they're already having to think about how to get water and feed for their cattle in the months ahead.

Months before the city of Santa Fe initiated a competitive bidding process for services to address rising homelessness, an official was communicating with a California nonprofit about a potential contract. The leader of San Francisco-based Urban...

Over 3,000 protesters rallied in Taos Saturday (March 28) for the third No Kings protest. People dressed in costumes and made signs adorned with illustrations or American flags with messages to the current administration. Some protesters drove,...

No date is set for groundbreaking of the Questa Hydrogen Project, but Luis Reyes, CEO of Kit Carson Electric Co-op said as soon as KCEC gains control of the site from current owners Chevron, construction will begin. “I've ordered $12...

New Mexico will require manufacturers to label consumer products containing certain harmful chemicals, giving shoppers new information about items they use every day.

The New Mexico Department of Transportation is moving toward final design of a higher railing at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge that deter suicides without overloading the 1960s-era structure under the its weight. For decades, Taos County youth,...

Robertson High School FFA officers pose for a photograph at the school on March 20. The program is celebrating 80 years of being chartered in Las Vegas. From left: RHS senior and FFA sentinel Lauren Conway, 18; RHS senior and FFA president Antonio D. Romero, 17; RHS senior and FFA

The Taos County Farmers Market has secured a new site adjacent to its current location at the Taos County Administrative Complex, marking a step toward establishing a permanent home after decades of moving between locations. The market, in...

In Red River, a creative space known as the Lucky District is taking guests down a rabbit hole of crafting, tea time and photography. Inside The Makery, a dropped tea tray sends china, milk and tea across the checkered floor. But, rather than...

Multiple Taos educators earned their National Board Certification via the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards this year, one of the highest professional achievements for teachers in the U.S. To date, a total of 51 educators,...

Sigi Klein, a longtime Red River ski instructor, master builder and pioneer of the local ski industry, died peacefully at his home in Red River on Monday morning (March 30), surrounded by family. He was 90. In a message shared with Taos News, the...

As fire season poses risks to woodlands and homes in the Angel Fire area, preventative actions are underway. In a prescient and community-minded voluntary effort, several Colfax County property owners in the Black Lake area and nearby parts of...

On a combined red flag day and extreme fire risk day, the Taos Valley Watershed Coalition held their quarterly meeting in the Taos County Commission chambers. The TVWC formed in 2015 to collaborate on forest and watershed restoration, including...

Below-average snowfall and unseasonably warm temperatures beget below-average trips to the emergency room: There’s fewer injured skiers and snowboarders and fewer opportunities for viruses and other germs to spread. Hospital officials discussed...

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from March 9 to March 15, 2026. Animals currently in care: 91 Total intakes this week: 17 Transfers this week: 0 Animals in foster: 24 Pounds of food: 550 Number of animal...

Every year on April 1, the world collectively sets aside its seriousness in favor of a bit of chaos. While we’ve all experienced the sudden panic of a “salt-in-the-sug…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Postal costs could soon increase under a proposed temporary fuel surcharge from the U.S. Postal Service, a move that could affect rural…

Bluewater Lake is Low, but Fishing and Boating are Great BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – The final week of March brought some of the most encouraging fishing news…

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent Just five days after a devastating fire in their hay barn, Country Girls Nursery and Feed owner Kendra Wolf said the store is still operating at close to normal. The fire burned so intensely that it affected their other feed supplies, and also affected

NEW YORK — U.S. average gasoline prices rose above $4 a gallon on Monday for the first time in more than three years, capping the sharpest monthly rise in decades, dat…

Welcome to the first day of April where major news is being made in La Politica. Once again we have the scoop. . .--Republican Guv hopeful Duke Rodriguez proclaims that if elected he will advocate for a constitutional amendment that would allow anyone living within 1000 miles of the state's

LOVINGTON — A $2.2 million roadway resurfacing project on U.S. 82 from milepost 160 to milepost 170 — west of Lovington — began March 30.

This week's Athlete of the Week is Tori Felipe of the Grants High School Lady Pirate track and field team. Felipe placed 1st in three events, the shot put,…

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s Early Childhood Education and Care Advisory Council released its 2025 annual report earlier this week, detailing its major activities throughou…

ALBUQUERQUE – On Tuesday, Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced that the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) has filed a lawsuit against major convenience store …

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Cobre Consolidated Schools Board of Education set a date for their final three superintendent candidate interviews during a special meeting Monday. The board will hold a special meeting on April 16 at 4:30 p.m. for the interviews with one hour and 15 minutes

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — March 27, 2026 — Tailwind Concessions and Laguna Development Corporation are pleased to announce the grand opening of the Laguna Burger…

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver issued a sharply worded statement this week attacking President Donald Trump’s new executive order aimed at tightening election security, joining a growing list of Democrat officials nationwide threatening lawsuits over the move. The executive order, signed this week, seeks to create a

A Vancouver-based uranium company is seeking federal approval to conduct exploratory uranium drilling within the Carson National Forest in Northern New Mexico, according to U.S. Forest Service officials. Gamma Resources Ltd. issued a notice of...

GRANTS, N.M. – The City of Grants, New Mexico, has been selected as one of 25 communities nationwide to receive support through T-Mobile’s Hometown Grants…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – New Mexico United’s 2026 season is already showing signs of the resilience and determination that defined last year’s deep playoff run.…

The New Mexico Department of Justice has launched a new legal effort to block Otero County from continuing its partnership with federal immigration authorities, escalating a growing legal and political fight over immigrant detention in the state. According to reporting by the Santa Fe New Mexican, which broke the story,

Albuquerque - Homicide detectives from the Albuquerque Police Department are investigating a stabbing death that occurred overnight at the Manzano Mesa apartments, located at 700 Eubank Blvd. SE. Officers responded to the apartment complex at 3 AM after reports that someone had been stabbed. When officers arrived, they located a

Heinrich and SanchezCould fallout from Sen. Heinrich's controversial vote supporting GOP US Sen. Marywayne Mullin's nomination as secretary for the Homeland Security Department impact the Democratic race for state land commissioner in which Heinrich is backing his former top political aide? It might. Longime Dem activist Jose Campos of Bosque

The New Mexico Military Institute STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) club has announced that Cadet Sylvia Xu, left, is representing New Mexico at …

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent On Thursday, Grant County Emergency Manager Scot Fuller and consultant H2O Partners convened a public meeting to gather input on Grant County’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The fire plan ranks communities within the county by risk, and outlines desirable fire mitigation projects both by

A political advertisement released by the political action committee Accountable New Mexico is escalating tensions in New Mexico’s governor’s race, as the campaigns of Democrat candidates Deb Haaland and Sam Bregman exchange sharp statements over allegations tied to Jeffrey Epstein–related records. The advertisement, which has begun circulating online and through

SANTA FE — In a year of significant milestones, from the Route 66 centennial to America 250, the New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) has its own milestone to celebrat…

Turnout for the "No Kings Rally" held Saturday in downtown Roswell was pretty good for a community that leans Republican in its number of registered voters.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 24 and March 30, 2026: Jeannette Ramirez, APO Arrest Order, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Tampering With Evidence. Carlos Gallegos, APO Arrest Order, Trafficking Controlled Substances (Possession With Intent) - Conspiracy (First Offense), Resisting, Evading

By CHERYL THORNBURG Daily Press Correspondent The skies above Whitewater Mesa will be filled with colorful kites of all shapes and sizes as the annual Fun Kite Flying Picnic returns on Saturday, April 4. This family-friendly event attracts almost 200 people to the vast mesa off U.S. 180 north of

Albuquerque - Unser Blvd NW has been temporarily closed due to tumbleweed chaos, but cleanup crews and a bulldozer are working tirelessly to reopen the area.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is considering building a new Border Patrol station in Las Cruces as federal officials prepare for an increase in agents and operations in southern New Mexico, according to a letter sent to the City of Las Cruces and first reported by KFOX14. The proposed facility

Taos Fire and Rescue officials have enacted a burn ban within the Taos Fire District, effective March 30.

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico has received a national award from one of the most well-known organizations in the culinary world, according to a report from KOAT 7. The James Beard Foundation announced that Luján was selected as a recipient of its Impact Award, which recognizes individuals

According to the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, the following data was released on March 26:

SANTA FE — Seasonal cuteness aside, chicks and ducklings are a leading source of salmonella infections in young children.

Note that updates will be posted throughout the week.

Questions are being raised about how New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is working with outside groups to conduct voter education ahead of the state’s new semi-open primary election — and which organizations are involved — all while she is on the Democrat ballot herself, vying for lieutenant

Albuquerque’s latest “No Kings” protest over the weekend featured a mix of anti-Trump rhetoric, anti-ICE activism and partisan political organizing — headlined by former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, who delivered a speech warning of “authoritarianism” and urging activists to “disrupt,” “litigate,” and “elect” Democrats, including New Mexico gubernatorial candidate

Martinez and HaalandThere's still time for Sam Bregman to put a dent in Deb Haaland's campaign, but she continues to place bricks in a blue wall surrounding her candidacy, cementing her front-runner status in the June 2 primary.The latest brick was the endorsement of Haaland for the '26 Dem gubernatorial

A proposal out of Texas to study whether some New Mexico counties could potentially join the state of Texas has triggered a surprisingly emotional response from New Mexico’s top Democratic leaders — and exposed a political nerve that Santa Fe clearly did not want touched. Earlier this week, Texas House

The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols — including registration, insurance and driver's license checkpoints …

MyKayla Lewis, who will play Mrs. Irene Molloy in an upcoming production of “Hello, Dolly!” poses in costume. MyKayla Lewis, who will play Mrs. Irene Molloy in an upcoming production of “Hello, Dolly!” poses in costume. A community-wide collaboration of musicians and actors will ‘put on their Sunday clothes’ to

In 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) created a rule that required Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) and housing providers in HUD-assiste…

Federal prosecutors in New Mexico charged more than 130 individuals with immigration-related crimes over a two-week period ending March 27, according to new enforcement statistics released by the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico — a sign of what officials say is a significant increase in

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s rural health care providers can now apply for a share of $50 million in health care funding as part of New Mexico’s three-year, $146 million in…

A new set of legislative priorities released by Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows is drawing attention in New Mexico after one directive instructed Texas lawmakers to study the possibility of annexing parts of New Mexico into Texas. According to a report by the Texas Tribune, Burrows directed a Texas House

ALBUQUERQUE — A Texas man was sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to pay $154,744 in restitution for defrauding the government by obtaining COVID-19 pandemic-…

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission hosted a day-long hearing on March 26, 2026, to hear from electrical utilities on their recent wildfire prevention investments. The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission hosted a day-long hearing on March 26, 2026, to hear from electrical utilities on their recent wildfire prevention investments.

NEW YORK — Talk about regulating social media to make it safer for children often gravitates around the U.S. Capitol and the EU headquarters in Brussels. But following…

Browse handmade goods from local artisans during the upcoming Arts & Crafts Show at Tesuque Casino, where the pre-Mother’s Day event will highlight unique, locally crafted gifts. Browse handmade goods from local artisans during the upcoming Arts & Crafts Show at Tesuque Casino, where the pre-Mother’s Day event will highlight

A new New York Times analysis of fresh U.S. Census Bureau estimates shows that net international immigration fell in every metro area in America in 2025, and New Mexico was no exception. The national story was clear: after years of mass migration and border chaos, immigration numbers dropped sharply across

ALBUQUERQUE — A Syrian national was extradited from Costa Rica to face federal human trafficking charges in New Mexico. First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison made…

New Mexico Attorney General (AG) Raúl Torrez on Monday joined a coalition of AGs across the nation in suing the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) over its allegedl…

Friday-Saturday, March 27-28 *Enormous All-Church Yard Sale – 7 a.m.-3 p.m. daily, Living...Read More

The New Mexico Senior Olympics State Winter Games were held in Santa Fe, New Mexico on Feb. 23–26, 2026. This competition offered 13 indoor and outdoor sporting events to seniors 50 years and older. They may register for up to five events and are offered to in and out-of-state athletes.

Jose Abel “Abe” Garcia lived more than a century, but to those who knew him, it never felt like enough. A fixture behind the bar at Abe’s Cantina y Cocina and a steady presence in the village of Arroyo Seco for generations, Garcia died peacefully...

United World College dance students pose for a photograph. From left: Bella, Amani, Taja, Hope, Kiyora and Oona. The community is invited to a free dance show performed by United World College students this Saturday at 7 p.m. at Kluge Auditorium on the UWC campus. United World College dance students

The National Championship Air Races (NCAR) announced on Wednesday that all seven of its accredited race classes will be part of this September’s event.

At 8 p.m. on April 21, 2002, voters learned the shock first-round results of France’s presidential election. For the first time in the Republic’s history, a far-right …

A recent campaign stop by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland in Santa Fe is drawing attention online after video showed the former Interior secretary stumbling through prepared remarks while speaking to a group of educators near Paseo de Peralta. During the event, Haaland appeared to struggle while attempting to deliver

ALBUQUERQUE — On Tuesday, the Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM) announced a full slate of candidates across federal and statewide races, including write-in candida…

The New Mexico economy has has been a blog specialty the past two decades so a survey from the Harvard Kennedy School grabbed our attention. It's titled New Mexico's Economy Over Time and Space. The report offers interesting insights on the state's challenges, many of which have been explored here.

Our sports section today will highlight the New Mexico Golden Gloves that occurred over the weekend at Roswell High School and the nail-biting softball game between Go…

The Otero County Commission voted Wednesday night to once again extend its federal immigrant detention contract, setting up a growing legal battle with the State of New Mexico as a new law banning such agreements is set to take effect in May. The unanimous vote extends the county’s agreement with

Due to high fire danger, the Bureau of Land Management is implementing fire restrictions on public land at the Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area…

Start with two cups of boiling water, milk, butter, cream or stock, then add hatch chiles and mac and cheese. Stir. That’s all it takes to make FishSki Provisions’ mac and cheese, one of several just-add-water meals sold on market shelves...

Due to unseasonably warm temperatures and changing conditions, Taos Ski Valley announced late Monday (March 23) that chairlifts will stop spinning one week ahead of schedule. The resort said in a an email update it now has a "planned closing day"...

A Santa Fe County jury has ordered Meta to pay $375 million after finding the social media company misled consumers and failed to protect children on its platforms. The verdict, delivered Tuesday (March 24), marks the first time a state has won a...

Charles Curtin first came to New Mexico in the mid-90s to research climate change interactions as a postdoctoral researcher. He worked with the Malapai Borderlands Group, a nearly one-million acre rancher-led, collaborative non-profit and...

Leaders in two dozen states, including New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, on Thursday sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for rescinding its longstanding position that greenhouse gases are harmful for public health. Although the...

A Santa Fe jury on Tuesday found Meta willfully violated New Mexico’s consumer protection laws and ordered the social media giant to pay $375 million in damages to the state. The decision came just one day after the conclusion of the seven-week trial spurred by New Mexico Attorney General Raúl

A Democratic socialist from Farmington has officially qualified to appear on the Democrat primary ballot to challenge incumbent U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján in New Mexico’s 2026 Senate race. Matt Dodson, a longtime San Juan County Democrat and Air Force veteran, confirmed this week that he received official notice from

Members of the West Las Vegas Middle School Student Council pose for a photograph during a statewide student council conference in February at the Albuquerque Convention Center. Members of the West Las Vegas Middle School Student Council pose for a photograph during a statewide student council conference in February at

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. New Mexico State Police last week charged two men in two separate cases involving alleged sexual encounters with children. One man is charged with raping a 4-year-old girl several years ago

Eric JosephGonzalesEric Joseph Gonzales, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on March 16, 2026, in Grants, New Mexico, the very place where…

Mora County officials, local veterans and construction company staff moments before breaking ground for a veterans memorial in front of the Mora County Courthouse on March 18. Mora County officials, local veterans and construction company staff moments before breaking ground for a veterans memorial in front of the Mora County

Jerry PryorJerry passed away on March 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by a contagious laugh, a permanent smile, and a deep devotion to his family and…

Sens. Mullin and HeinrichIf anyone still wonders why Sen. Martin Heinrich will not be the Democratic nominee for Governor this year look no further than his eyebrow raising decision to cross party lines and vote to confirm Sen. Markwayne Mullin as the new Secretary of the Homeland Security Department. Only

RESTON, Virginia — The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) plans low-level flights by airplane and helicopter over southern and central New Mexico to image geology using air…

BernadetteKastendieckBernadette Kastendieck, September 17, 1942 – March 10, 2026, a lifelong resident of Grants, New Mexico, went home to her Heavenly Father…

SANTA FE — New Mexico will invest $13.5 million in trails, watersheds and outdoor access as part of the FY 27 state budget signed by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, …

A New Mexico jury on Tuesday found Meta Platforms violated state law in a lawsuit brought by the state attorney general, who accused the company of misleading users ab…

LINCOLN COUNTY — Ruidoso residents who rely on private wells for drinking water can get their water tested free of charge this Saturday, through a joint event hosted b…

MMS Student Council made leprechaun hats to acknowledge how “lucky” they are to have a great school staff. MMS Student Council made leprechaun hats to acknowledge how “lucky” they are to have a great school staff. The MMS/RHS Radiance Choir recently delivered an impressive performance at the Music Performance Assessment

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez’s latest campaign email and a series of airport videos posted to social media are raising eyebrows across New Mexico after the northern New Mexico Democrat made several misleading claims about election law, federal funding, and the Jeffrey Epstein scandal — all while attempting to position

New Mexico is once again leading the nation in aggressive environmental regulation, this time approving a first-in-the-nation rule that will require warning labels on consumer products containing so-called “forever chemicals,” also known as PFAS. The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board voted Monday to approve a rule that will phase out

SANTA FE — On Monday, New Mexico’s Environmental Improvement Board approved landmark rules requiring manufacturers to label consumer products containing intentionally …

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 17 and March 23, 2026: Floyd Gonzales, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Ruben Salazar, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Dale Marvin Benavidez, APO Arrest Order. Elizabeth M.

WASHINGTON — Robert Mueller, the no-nonsense former FBI chief who documented Russia’s interference in the 2016 U.S. election and its contacts with Donald Trump’s campa…

Higher for longer is the catch phrase for the New Mexico economy and the politics that follow.State economists forecast the average oil price at $58 a barrel for the current budget year---July 2025-June 2026--but since the Iran war broke out nearly a month ago the average has been far above

LAS CRUCES — James C. Flowers, 110, of Las Cruces was awarded the New Mexico Medal of Merit at his home on March 20 in recognition of a lifetime of service, sacrifice …

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, a Democrat often aligned with the party’s progressive wing, is drawing national attention after casting what he described as a “surprise” vote in favor of confirming President Donald Trump’s nominee, U.S. Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma, to serve as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.

Following delays from federal officials, New Mexico’s agency to expand broadband is seeking the release of $293 million in promised funds to boost internet access. Leadership at the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion said that funding allotted for 31 projects across the state remains in limbo after

Amy Barela If history is any guide, there appears to be little wiggle room for NMGOP Chair Amy Barela to hold on to her position. Republicans are being ripped apart by Barela's decision not to vacate the chairmanship when an opponent filed to challenge her in the GOP primary for

New Mexico is once again making national headlines after reports surfaced raising questions about the apparent lack of action by the state’s so-called “Truth Commission” tasked with investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s activities tied to Zorro Ranch. National media coverage this week highlighted renewed scrutiny surrounding Epstein’s New Mexico property and whether

James Shields James Shields Meadow City Academy of Music will present a concert titled “Spring Awakening” at the Plaza Hotel Ballroom on Sunday, March 29 at 3:00 pm. General admission: $ 20, tickets available at the door/online at www.meadowcitymusic.org. Students attend free. This program features James Shields, clarinet, Emily Brausa,

County sets regs for potential data centers Levi Hill/News-Sun Artificial Intelligence data centers are …

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) has determined that the Otero County Commission violated the state’s Open Meetings Act (OMA) when it convene…

Chuck Norris, the former martial arts champion and 1980s action-film hero who fought the bad guys in “Code of Silence,” “Missing in Action” and “The Delta Force” and u…

When: March 28, 2026 Where: Albuquerque Game and Fish Office Times: 8:00 am – 5: 00 pm This...Read More

Gardening with youth is one activity that looks simple on the surface, but the benefits grow far beyond the plants themselves. Youth plan to dig in the dirt and spray …

County sets regs for potential data centers Levi Hill/News-Sun Artificial Intelligence data centers are springing up across the world as the demand for computing power skyrockets. Lea County is poised to be a perfect home for data centers, but new industry breeds new problems and Lea County Commissioners are getting

The Hermit’s Peak–Calf Canyon Fire was the largest wildfire in New Mexico history, and many are still trapped in the claims process four years later. The Hermit’s Peak–Calf Canyon Fire was the largest wildfire in New Mexico history, and many are still trapped in the claims process four years later.

Front page of the Mach 16, 1939 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Mach 16, 1939 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. From Davenport (Iowa) Gazette Las Vegas is the natural gateway to the vast Territory of New Mexico. It is to this territory what Denver

As National Doctors’ Day approaches on March 30, a new report from personal finance website WalletHub ranks New Mexico among the worst states in the nation for physicians, highlighting ongoing challenges in attracting and retaining medical professionals in the state. WalletHub’s 2026 report on the Best and Worst States for

For decades, leading New Mexico Democrats have openly celebrated and elevated Cesar Chavez as a civil rights icon—praising his legacy in speeches, social media posts, official resolutions, and public events. But as serious allegations about Chavez’s past, including being a pedophile and rapist, resurface and gain wider attention, those glowing

During the ABQ mayoral campaign last year we noted how crime did not appear to have its usual impact and that voters were pivoting to the economy and especially the high cost of daily life. Flash forward and here come the '26 gubernatorial candidates.Democrat Sam Bregman is calling for a

Songwriters, would-be songwriters and those who appreciate choral music are welcome to free workshops and to witness the world premiere of a choral piece, all set to take place this weekend at New Mexico Highlands University. NMHU music professor Gabriel Merrill-Steskal said this weekend’s events are like a“mini-residency,” as they

Mayor Keller Despite their robust election victories in November ABQ Mayor Tim Keller and his Santa Fe counterpart Michael Garcia are off to sluggish starts. Keller has gone mostly incognito after securing an unprecedented third term, with one TV reporter having to chase him down the street to get a

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Thu, Mar 26 Multiple Locations Join EPCOG for a focused leadership training designed to strengthen...Read More

Saturday, March 14 *Baxter-Curren Senior Center yard sale – 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 908 Hickory St.,...Read More

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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...

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

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

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 ...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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

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