SAN FRANCISCO – The first jury verdict in a series of social media child safety trials this year is in – and it's not looking good for Meta. A jury in New Mexico found on Tuesday that the social media giant's platforms are harmful to children's mental health and imposed

FEMA is reopening applications for its major resilience grant program after a judge ordered the program restored.

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez, a Democrat representing southern New Mexico and Albuquerque’s Westside sent a letter to President Donald Trump Wednesday, demanding the administration outline a strategy to combat rising energy prices driven by the ongoing conflict with Iran. A recent report from The New York Times highlights the severity

SANTA FE, N.M. —The city of Santa Fe launched a new program, Security Assistance For Enterprises (SAFE), to assist business owners affected by burglary and vandalism, or those in need of security improvements.SAFE aims to help businesses remain open and active and to reduce the likelihood of criminal incidents.AdvertisementOverall funding

Complaint says weapon — a pistol designed to look like a credit card — was left unsecured

Hotshots, Forest Service crews and air tankers bring fire to 80% containment by Monday afternoon

For years, parents, teenagers, pediatricians, educators and whistleblowers have pushed the idea that social media is detrimental to young people's mental health and can lead to addiction, eating disorders, sexual exploitation and suicide. For the first time, juries in two states took their side. In Los Angeles on Wednesday, a

Tech, health care and athletics are poised for development, university officials say

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…

Through the federal Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), new claims of miners with illnesses based on their work with uranium will be a…

The following is a recap of local events for this time period throughout history. The gunk that Waterflow resident R.G. Hunt found caked to the bottom of the Shumway Arroyo doesn’t wash off his hands. A lustrous black in color, the substance covers the dry acres of the wash with

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

The Santa Fe school board gave the elementary a new placeholder name — after its mascot — while it begins the search for a new permanent one.

US Forest Service says crews will do wildfire risk mitigation and tear down Crest House giftshop

Downtown arts center launches printing business to provide financial cushion

A listening session in Silver City on Thursday afternoon was the final such gathering before representatives from three counties gather to identify their priorities in creating a regional approach to behavioral health care. Listening sessions had previously been conducted in Hidalgo and Luna counties which, with Grant County, form Behavioral

The decision Wednesday came after more than 40 hours of deliberation across nine days and more than a month since jurors heard opening stateme…

A judge will hold a May bench trial to weigh the state's public nuisance claims

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

Authorities say a 64-year-old man was killed after pointing a handgun at officers following a traffic stop, chase

Police say confrontation about sexual encounter led to the death of a man found in an SUV on Tuesday

Confidential settlement agreement reached after yearlong fight

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It wasn’t a fancy dress shop, but the Silver City Woman’s Club was the spot where some of the best prom gowns could be found in town Saturday. The nonprofit civic organization offered donated dresses for $10 for the fourth year Saturday at its

Discussions follow bombshell sexual abuse allegations

Suspect chased, killed man after gas station at Louisiana and Lomas was ransacked

LOS LUNAS, N.M. – Los Lunas police say one person was shot and officers are searching for a man they consider armed and dangerous.According to the Los Lunas Police Department, officers responded around 12 p.m. Thursday after multiple 911 calls about gunshots near Main Street NE and New Mexico Highway

BCSO: Conditions of victims unknown, details are limited

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

Suspect is not in custody, officials say

No decision was made about moving the annual event

Indigent care, capital investments at Memorial Medical Center under scrutiny

Two teenage boys have been given probation after using artificial intelligence to create hundreds of fake nude photos of their classmates.

Tech giant is confronting three counts of violating the New Mexico Unfair Trade Practices Act

Ashton Remondini, 14, was killed in 2022

Fatal shootout among New Mexico's worst mass casualty events

Law enforcement officer had been on leave since December

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-…

Police say phone records, jail calls and social media tied suspect to southeast area homicide

By NANCY CURTIS Daily Press Correspondent Over the last four years, the Valley Community Pet Food Pantry has given more than 31,000 pounds of dog and cat food to pet owners who have needed help in caring for their furry, four-legged family members. But their food assistance doesn’t stop with

Departure leaves three Republican candidates in the running for state’s top role

Albuquerque police are treating a death at a home on La Poblana NW Monday evening as a homicide

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Outdoor recreation and entertainment were the top two results from a recent survey seeking input on what the city of Bayard could do with the 675 acres of the Foy Ranch it purchased last year — but finding out exactly what that means to

The first meeting of one of the town of Silver City’s two newest advisory committees was short, but helped the group establish an overall goal — to save the town money by diverting material from the landfill. But there were plenty more associated objectives also discussed by the committee Friday

Career and technical education program links apprenticeships and associate degrees

Tensions escalated after another passenger vomited in the car

Jurors impose $375 million civil penalty against parent company of Facebook and Instagram

Lockups in Luna, Doña Ana and Hidalgo counties affected

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Cobre Board of Education named six superintendent finalists during their regular meeting March 16 at Cobre High School. The board named Thomas Graves, Robert Sims Jr., Carla Spaniel, Jeff Gebhart, Verenice Gutierrez and Adam Amador as finalists. Board President Hector Carrillo said that

Airport still accepting donations, which will benefit more than 100 families

Candidates to visit the Socorro campus next week

Jose Abel “Abe” Garcia, a pillar of the Arroyo Seco community and owner of Abe's Cantina Y Cocina, has died, his family announced Friday (March 20).

Jurors must sift through testimony of 40 witness, hundreds of documents

No structures are currently threatened and state resources are assisting

Suspect is alleged to have been coordinating activity from Mexico City

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff With a cast of real actors playing mostly imagined women, Windy Road Productions will bring “Jake’s Women” by Neil Simon back to El Sol Theatre on Friday through Sunday for a second weekend. The play follows writer Jake as he deals with the problems

Police say three men repeatedly stole high-end Lego sets from an Albuquerque Target and sold them to local toy and collectibles shops before their February arrests

The Bell 412 HP was deployed to secure high-profile events like presidential inaugurations and Super Bowls

Former head of state FBI branch appointed to newly created role of public safety executive director

Inmates at Central New Mexico Corrections Facility are training shelter dogs, gaining job skills and empathy as the state works to reduce recidivism

Finding puts ICE contract for Chaparral detention facility in limbo

'My God, what are we supposed to do?' reader asks

Republican gubernatorial candidate says he'd push back against President Trump when necessary

The 15-acre Valley Fire on Wednesday prompted evacuations along County Roads 8320 and 8350 in Upper Fruitland. The blaze began about 3 p.m. just south of the San Juan River and Lions Park in Kirtland, according to San Juan County Fire and Rescue. San Juan County fire crews responded to

Authorities say former military member shot an airman during domestic incident at base near Alamogordo

Boy died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound

Jail bookings of those identified as 'transient' have skyrocketed amid encampment sweeps, ballooning unhoused population

Statewide conference at Central New Mexico Community College celebrates 60 years

Police use forensic evidence to match bloody footprint, fingernail clipping to suspect

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 allegedly “unconstitutional and unlawful” requirements that states receiving funding for two key food assistance programs cannot “promote gender ideology” or help “illegal aliens

Varela is a ‘through and through’ New Mexican from Pecos

Three-way GOP gubernatorial contest among races to be decided June 2

Three members call for rebranding César Chávez Elementary

Amid partial government shutdown, air travel in Albuquerque is business as usual

New Mexico - On March 26, 2026, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department responded to an alleged domestic violence call at a residence on 14th Street SW with New Mexico Deputy Cabinet Secretary Danielle Gilliam from the Environment Department. According to a criminal complaint, the victim told APD officers that

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

Hannah Li of Los Alamos bests 25 others to win New Mexico State Spelling Bee

Doña Ana County vote on incentives will be reviewed by court

SANTA ANA PUEBLO, New Mexico – An empty lot between a fire station and a soccer field just outside Albuquerque soon will be the home of a federal medical center first promised to Native American patients more than 30 years ago. Earlier this month, Santa Ana Pueblo Gov. Myron Armijo

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It’s not only drought but beetles that have prompted fire restrictions to be imposed in the Gila National Forest and across Grant County starting Monday. Stage 1 fire restrictions will begin at 8 a.m. Monday in the Gila National Forest and continue through the

The industry contributed $3.6 billion, supported more than 31,000 jobs in 2024

National Weather Service: Early predictions for summer monsoon season precipitation look 'positive'

A Farmington woman pleaded guilty Thursday to child sex crimes involving a 13-year-old boy and was sentenced to five years in prison. Crystal Lopez, 37, pleaded guilty to four counts of fourth-degree sexual penetration and one count of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Eleventh Judicial District Judge Curtis

The $1.43 million gates will be finished in September

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed a bill passed by lawmakers earlier in the day to rename César Chávez Day to Farmworkers Day.

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

‘You have to deal with your grief and not bury it,’ says loved one of three crash victims

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent As 15 crews from across the county work around the clock containing the Mondrano wildfire in Mimbres, Grant County is inviting the public to share fire mitigation concerns in their own neighborhoods as part of the process to update its Community Wildfire Protection Plan.

New Mexico’s U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich will be one of the few Democrats to support Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s nomination to succeed Kristi Noem as President Trump’s homeland security secretary. In a statement shared with NM Political Report over the weekend, Heinrich said he has a good working relationship with

Program in renovated hotel will house 41 residents and teach life and job skills

The Otero County Commission on Wednesday evening voted again to extend a federal immigrant detention contract, after the New Mexico Department of Justice determined its attempt earlier this month violated a state transparency law. The unanimous vote seeks to prolong the county’s arrangement with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

One juvenile was arrested Wednesday after a report of a house being hit by gunfire in Santa Clara, according to a press release from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. According to the release, a caller to Grant County Central Dispatch at about 12:30 p.m. Wednesday reported his house had been

Martin Heinrich votes to confirm, Ben Ray Luján opposes

H.R. 1, more affectionately known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” was signed into federal law on July 4, 2025, and has precipitated changes to nearly every aspect of American economic life. The changes, implemented on a rolling basis,...

Project will renovate defunct public housing and build new units for 88 low-income families

More than 130 firms sounded off on the market in Dallas Fed survey

'Running Wild helps our guests see wildlife through a new lens,' ABQ BioPark director says

Police say homicide occurred amid back-to-back fights

NM Gas Co. has begun initial excavation of the site to deal with a leak

Some New Mexico hospitals and clinics may soon have a bitter pill to swallow as federal officials consider major changes to a widely used drug discount program. At the behest of pharmaceutical manufacturers, the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration is examining alterations to the 340B Drug Pricing Program, an

First responders and people of all ages donated to the St. Baldrick's Foundation at Rio Rancho Events Center

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 intent late last month to the Carson National Forest, proposing to drill up to 12

Savannah Guthrie says in a tearful interview on NBC that "'somebody needs to do the right thing” and provide information that leads to a resol…

BLOOMFIELD – Junior Octaviana John blasted two home runs in the second inning and added four defensive gems Tuesday to power the Piedra Vista High School softball team to an 18-0 victory over Bloomfield at the Farmington Sports Complex. Senior Isabella Jessee set the tone early for the Panthers (12-4),

Strong winds up to 60 mph and a dangerous wind shift could worsen fire conditions across New Mexico as crews work on active fires.

Former UFC fighter Diego Sanchez received five years of supervised probation after he fired a gun in Albuquerque traffic.

Former FBI Special Agent Raul Bujanda says his time investigating the Albuquerque Police Dept. will not impact his new role with the City of Albuquerque.

The Democratic senator backed a Trumper, something he would not have done if he'd entered New Mexico's primary for governor.

Some people have expressed surprise and opposition over the speed at which calls have come to remove Chávez's name from public spaces.

The program has $210,000 in funding, and the money will be awarded to businesses until the funds run out.

The 6-acre property is located just east of the Plaza and traces its development origins back to the late 1800s.

Santa Fe city officials agreed to close Old Santa Fe Trail for Saturday's "No Kings" protest without charging thousands in fees.

Emergency crews are responding to a fire on the Mescalero Apache Reservation.

An alien statue was recently abducted in Roswell by an alleged thief from Española.

Albuquerque - Around 1:55 PM, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department responded to a shooting near 1425 San Mateo NE. The caller stated one person was shot and non-responsive. Albuquerque Fire Rescue was also sent. APD officers pulled an unresponsive person out of a sedan and began life saving measures.

The House Ethics Committee is holding a rare public hearing into alleged ethics violations by Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. The hearing Thursday…

The Treasury Department plans to print President Donald Trump’s signature on every new U.S. paper bill. Treasury announced the idea Thursday. …

A U.S. judge has pressed the Trump administration about its basis for barring Venezuela’s government from paying former President Nicolás Madu…

Albuquerque police are investigating a deadly shooting in northeast Albuquerque.

BELEN, N.M. —Unified Fire InformationAcres:300Containment:25% contained.Start Date / Time:Approximately 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 23.Fuels:Grass, brush, timber and timber understory.Cause:Under investigation.Location:Madrone, east of I-25, south of Rio Communities in Valencia County.Ownership:State and private.Structure Threat:35 homes within the fire areaAdvertisementFire crews in Valencia County are continuing to fight the Unified Fire

Albuquerque police say their Open Space Division is keeping a close eye on the bosque after recent events.

ROSWELL, N.M. —Federal land managers have imposed new fire restrictions across portions of Lincoln County as dry conditions and elevated wildfire risk intensify.The Bureau of Land Management announced the measures will apply to the Fort Stanton–Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area and the Rio Bonito Acquired Lands. That went into

Federal prosecutors say a 39-year-old Syrian man extradited from Costa Rica now faces a human smuggling charge in New Mexico.

Secretary James Kenney gave the green light to the hearing in response to a Monday memo from the Air Quality Bureau chief.

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Albuquerque City Councilor Klarissa Peña is advocating for a working group to discuss removing César Chávez's name from streets, buildings, and events, and to determine replacement names.Peña said, "To begin a formal, transparent process to remove any honors or public assets named after César Chávez."AdvertisementThe discussions will take

U.S. Congresswoman Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted updates on constituent outreach events and legislative matters such as proposed taxes and pay equity on March 25-26, 2026.

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 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…

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…

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...

Taos Ski Valley is set to wrap up its ski season this weekend, following other ski resorts that have also ended their season early this year.

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…

Medical examinations found more than 20 rib fractures on the 6-week-old girl, as well as several bruises, records show.

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Albuquerque police are investigating a fatal shooting near San Mateo Boulevard and Summer Avenue.Police say the victim in the shooting died.AdvertisementSan Mateo Boulevard is closed between Mountain Road and Constitution Avenue.This is a developing story. Stay with KOAT for the latest information.

A helicopter that was a major part of U.S. security for decades has found a new home at a museum in Albuquerque.

The Lobos beat Saint Joseph’s in the NIT semifinals and drew about 9,000 fans at The Pit for a home run that now includes three extra games.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Fire restrictions will take effect Friday, March 27, across public lands in Socorro and Catron counties as officials respond to increasing wildfire danger.The Bureau of Land Management announced the move for areas managed by its Socorro Field Office, citing dry conditions and the need to prevent human-caused fires.AdvertisementUnder

Airport security video shows another way federal agents are taking immigrants to detention centers. In some cases they’re using commercial fli…

The ABQ BioPark is offering New Mexico residents half-price admission to the zoo and the aquarium for select hours this Saturday.

Central New Mexico Community College is on track to open their Albuquerque Rail Yards digital media training center by the fall.

The Trump administration is seeking an exemption from the Endangered Species Act for expanded oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico, citi…

CURRENT CONDITIONS|CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS|LIVE RADAR|UPLOAD YOUR WEATHER PHOTOS|TURN ON WEATHER NOTIFICATIONSStrong winds cam impact trees and power lines any time of year.AdvertisementDuring strong wind events, it's important to know how to prepare and what you can do to stay safe during an extended outage.If your power goes out, you

Spring Break is about to begin for Albuquerque Public Schools students, but travel to certain locations remains a massive concern.

The U.S. agency that provides health care to Native Americans has a facilities problem. Buildings in its inventory are decades-old, dilapidated and don't have enough space to care for a growing population. A recent $1 billion pledge from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could help the

The Unified Fire was 25% contained after crews, engines, dozers and air resources worked to widen and improve control lines.

The "expanded operations alternative" includes facilities upgrades and "actions that would expand operations and missions."

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

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

Managers of the Unified Fire, south of Belen, reported containment of the fire is up and fewer acres have been burned than first estimated.

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

A Newcomb man faces federal charges after authorities say a young child under his care suffered repeated physical abuse resulting in serious injuries. Court documents reveal multiple prior reports linked to suspected mistreatment within his household.

Lessons from Reagan has already begun filming at the Gallegos Ranch, with work scheduled through December.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It’s that time of year again — just earlier, Silver City Fire Chief Milo Lambert told the Town Council at their meeting Tuesday night, where he detailed the fire restrictions now in place for the town. “There is a present state of fire danger

Rep. Bill Hall, R-Aztec, serves on a legislative committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein's alleged crimes in New Mexico.

The Ready, Set, Go! program developed by fire officials to help everyone prepare for evacuations when wildfires begin.Here are the three stages of Ready, Set, Go!AdvertisementReadyGetting ready for when wildfires start is key to protecting your home before evacuation orders are issued.Maintaining a defensible space around your home is key

Tao Search and rescue: Sheriff isn't following new law An amended statute requiring local agencies like the Taos County Sheriff’s Office to promptly notify the New Mexico Search and Rescue agency during SAR emergencies took effect Jan. 1. Yet,...

Police arrested a man for his role in a shooting that led to the death of a man earlier this month in Albuquerque's North Valley.

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.

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A judge will sentence UFC Hall of Famer Diego Sanchez after he pleaded guilty to a felony charge for firing a gun in Albuquerque traffic.

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

The Republican from Lubbock directed a new governmental oversight committee to study the secession of New Mexico counties to Texas.

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.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Professional bull riding is back in Albuquerque this weekend with the Ty Murray Invitational, starting Friday night and ending Sunday afternoon.The event is part of PBR's elite Unleash the Beast tour, marking the 15th event of the 18-event 2026 individual season. The Ty Murray Invitational will take place

Sheriffs and police chiefs are denied information about complaints and are prevented from learning about investigations into job candidates.

SANTA FE, N.M. —A jury has found Meta liable for putting children in harm's wayon its platforms and ordered the company to pay $375 million to the state of New Mexico, though the final payout could change due to an appeal.Verdict reached in New Mexico Meta trialdocument.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() { const

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

STANLEY, N.M. —It was three decades ago when financierJeffrey Epsteinpurchased land near Stanley, New Mexico and built a mansion on the property.Over the years, the formerZorro Ranch Estatewould become a destination for celebrities, political heavyweights and royalty.AdvertisementMore than a million documents about Epstein have been released and New Mexico appears

We're teaming up with two New Mexico shelters to show our Love 4 Pets – Oscar in Lincoln County and Blaze in Bernalillo County.

Thursday will feature record heat, breezy-to-windy conditions and then a powerhouse cold front that will drop temperatures Friday.

The New Mexico Department of Justice is pursuing another legal strategy in an effort to invalidate a contract between ICE and Otero County.

A Texas man was sentenced to two years in prison for being involved in fraud related to covid unemployment benefits.According to the U.S. DOJ, the man was ordered to pay $154,744 in restitution for defrauding the government by obtaining COVID-19 pandemic-related unemployment benefits through false claims.AdvertisementAccording to court records between

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

The simulated plane crash will provide emergency responders "an opportunity to strengthen coordination and response in the event of a real emergency."

After putting a stop to office stays, the state hopes that treatment foster care can help fill the gap for its teens in need of homes.

The decision comes as many public agencies around the country consider scrubbing Chávez's name after sexual abuse allegations tarnished his legacy.

Concerts, comedy, an artist talk, sacred music and more fun activities in Santa Fe this weekend.

Climate change and historically low snowpacks have the potential to upend a centuries-old way of life in Northern New Mexico's acequia communities.

Operations Manager Valarie Lyon-Vigil was terminated earlier this month following the firing last month of Executive Director Christine Robertson.

Williams is amazed that after 17 days of Willow being on her own that she survived.

Six findings were documented in the fiscal year 2025 audit, a marked decrease from the last several fiscal years prior.

Albuquerque - Homicide detectives from the Albuquerque Police Department arrested a couple on Tuesday following a fatal shooting that stemmed from a confrontation over a planned sexual encounter. Shirley Juras, 48, told detectives she had arranged to meet a man in exchange for money, which she said she needed for

Scientists can’t paint a picture of exactly what the first dogs looked like, but think they resembled smaller wolves.

The verdicts illustrate a growing shift in the public’s perception of social media companies and their responsibilities.

In 2018, Chad Gaines formed the Cibola Trail Alliance, which pushes for more outdoor recreation opportunities in the area.

Martinez, 34, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated assault. He still faces sentencing in a federal case.

Op.cit. Books in the DeVargas Center will be hosting a book sale to benefit Felines & Friends from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. T…

Iran dismissed an American plan to pause the war in the Middle East and launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries.

New Mexico - A New Mexico jury has found Meta Platforms, Inc. liable for misleading consumers about the safety of its platforms and for endangering children, marking the first time a U.S. state has prevailed at trial against a major technology company on such claims. A Santa Fe based jury

A former Taos High student accused in federal lawsuits of sexually assaulting two female students on campus between 2017 and 2018 now faces charges stemming from a police chase near Kit Carson Road. Tranquelino Benito Romero, 24, was...

Ten cases have been reported in Luna County jail — an increase of two since the state Health Department's last alert.

The acting head of the Transportation Security Administration says it may have to shut down operations at some airports if the budget impasse …

A caller said there appeared to be two men, with the man on the passenger side "firing what appeared to be handgun at random up into the air."

The fire near the community of Madrone held within its control lines overnight, according to the state Forestry Division.

A new initiative aimed at expanding who benefits from tourism in Taos County launched last week, according to a press release. The Taos SEED (Sustainable Experience & Entrepreneur Development) Program kicked off with its first cohort dinner...

Sam Bregman is running for governor “because I know that this state has never truly lived up to its potential. I know that we can do so much better, and I am so excited about the possibilities and the future of this state.” On Tuesday...

The Taos County Democratic Party will vote on a new party chair Monday (March 29) via absentee ballot. The party will take nominations for the Chair position at a County Central Convention meeting Sunday (March 28). As of Tuesday (March 24),...

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...

The Town of Taos Councilors will continue a public hearing over an ordinance that would establish vacant property standards on April 28. Seeing no community members present for the public hearing in their regular meeting Tuesday (March 25),...

Commission grants subdivision dissolution County responds to permitting frustrations The Riverbend Subdivision is a subdivision no more, after Taos County Commission voted in their regular meeting Tuesday (March 17) to approve a request by the...

Mayor Linda Calhoun briefly lost consciousness Tuesday evening (March 24) during the town’s annual “State of the Town” address, prompting a swift response from first responders and concern among attendees at the Red river Conference...

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...

Educators, tribal leaders and program coordinators gathered at UNM-Taos for an Indian Education Curriculum Fair held March 13 and 14. The fair was part of a growing push to reshape how Indigenous history, culture and language is taught in New...

Kit Carson Internet plans to expand service in 2026 with faster speeds and lower rates for customers across Taos and Colfax counties, according to a press release from the company. The cooperative will automatically double internet speeds for...

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...

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...

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...

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"...

The U.N. General Assembly has adopted a resolution declaring the trafficking of enslaved Africans “the gravest crime against humanity” and cal…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in New Mexico of the April 22 d…

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…

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…

Diego Lopez, EditorCIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – The latest water monitoring data shows Bluewater Lake continuing its gradual seasonal decline, while the Rio San Jose…

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

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.

Diego Lopez, EditorThe Grants High School Pirate Baseball Team has proven GHS athletics and academics mix. Senior Estevan Barela has committed to play baseball…

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…

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…

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has hosted a monthly Christian prayer and worship service at the Pentagon, the first since the Iran war began. …

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

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

The lawsuit asks the court to block the Department of Agriculture from implementing the new conditions on federal funding.

Fire Restrictions in Place at Bluewater Lake CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - BLUEWATER LAKE – This week finally looked and felt like spring fishing at Bluewater…

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

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

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

The Bayard City Council postponed for a second time a vote to start the process to adopt amendments to the city’s emergency abatement ordinance during its regular meeting March 18, instead planning a second workshop. City Attorney M. Yvonne Gonzalez requested the council have the additional workshop on the proposed

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

Will Americans finally eat more seafood if it looks more like meat? At the recent Seafood Expo North America in Boston, many products resemble…

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

Rob Reiner's beloved coming-of-age film “Stand by Me” is coming back to theaters for one week.

County remains 100% in drought as late-winter precipitation collapses, temperatures run hot, and Zuni snowpack disappears heading into spring CIBOLA…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – February, a month closely associated with love and commitment, brought new unions for couples in Cibola County while also marking…

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…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Silver Consolidated Schools will potentially receive about six more months of funding from its mental health grant from the U.S. Department of Education, along with more strict requirements and reporting, the Board of Education heard during its regular meeting Monday night. Cindy Barris, associate

The Cibola Citizen wants to share an important update with our readers and our community.As many of you know, 2025 was a difficult year for our newspaper. Like…

Albuquerque - At a press conference this afternoon, Mayor Tim Keller named Cecily Barker the permanent chief of the Albuquerque Police Department. Barker becomes the department’s permanent chief after a 22-year career with APD. She previously served as deputy chief of the Investigations Bureau and later led the Field Services

Mayor Linda Calhoun briefly lost consciousness Tuesday evening (March 24) during the town’s first-ever “State of the Town” address, prompting a swift response from first responders and concern among attendees at the Red River Conference Center.

Pioneering political activist and historian Rodolfo “Rudy” Acuña, who founded one of the first Chicano Studies programs offered by a major uni…

For Enrico Romero, creativity lives where sound and image meet. A cinematographer and music producer at The University of New Mexico–Taos, Romero is building a future in media by combining technical skill, artistic passion, and a hard-earned commitment to education.His path to college, howev…

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

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.

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

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…

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 …

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.

LAS CRUCES — New Mexico’s food and agriculture industries generated $50.5 billion in economic impact in 2025 — a 12% increase from the previous year — according to the…

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

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

The agreement for the sale of undeveloped commercial land in the city was approved last week by the Roswell City Council.

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

ALAMOGORDO — The civilian who died following the shooting at Holloman Air Force Base on Tuesday has been identified as Ashanti Stewart. She took her own life after fir…

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

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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,

Patients with skin cancer in New Mexico often wait months — sometimes years — to see a specialist due to a severe shortage of board-certified dermatologists. For those…

DeAnna Tarin, left, and her mom, Holly Kirkland, look over a tub filled with baby chickens at a local farm supply store earlier this week. Kirkland said they weren't p…

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…

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…

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 …

Among concerns voiced by those who attended a meeting on Thursday to discuss "Propel Roswell," the city’s Comprehensive Master Plan update, were those about local crim…

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

Three historic congregations in Las Vegas—First United Methodist Church, First United Presbyterian Church, and St. Paul’s Episcopal/Lutheran Church—invite the community to join them for a series of colaborative worship services and events during Holy Week, beginning Palm Sunday, March 29, and concluding on Easter Sunday, April 5. This year’s observances

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s measles case count has risen to 13, all linked to three county detention centers, the state Department of Health reported on Thursday.

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.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — AT&T Mobility Orange workers, represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA), on Thursday overwhelmingly voted to give CWA President…

After a vehicle pursuit on Wednesday evening by the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) and an officer-involved shooting, William James Roberts was hit and transported to a…

RIO RANCHO — Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke, a pharmacist, small business owner and mother of three, has officially secured the Republican nomination for New Mexico’s 1st …

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

LAS CRUCES — One of the largest flags ever produced made its way to Spaceport America on March 13 for comprehensive cleaning.

Gas prices continued to spike upward at a rapid pace for a third straight week in New Mexico and throughout the U.S., according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch…

Chaves County residents who need to be transported long distances for critical care or life-threatening injuries will have a way to reach care facilities in Albuquerqu…

In an email to the Roswell Daily Record on Thursday, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that more than $21 million in grant awards wil…

ALBUQUERQUE — A jury in the 13th Judicial District Court found Rollie Bruvold guilty of four counts of criminal sexual penetration of a child under 13. Bruvold, a repe…

He was 17 years old, a serious football injury put him under the knife for surgery and sent him home with a 60-pill script for oxycodone to manage pain. Three scripts later, his plan to attend college and pursue a semi-professional athletic career...

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

Speed and alcohol are believed to be factors in an overnight single-vehicle rollover accident in southwest Roswell that resulted in the death of the driver, who was th…

A woman who pleaded guilty to drug trafficking as part of a plea agreement learned last week that she will spend several years in prison. Fifty-two-year-old Edwina Montaño was sentenced to a total of nine years, but District Court Judge Abigail Aragon suspended five years of that sentence. Aragon also

New Mexico offers credits, resources to low-income filers

Rep. Reeb highlights bipartisan win on sexual assault statute of limitations

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

This past weekend, temperatures in the area were reminiscent of early February, but starting today, temperatures will be more like early June.

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

The Roswell Flood Recovery Task Force met on Wednesday morning for the first time.

A sign taped to the Samaritan House’s door on Tuesday states that it is closed. The Samaritan House stopped housing the homeless on March 1. A sign taped to the Samaritan House’s door on Tuesday states that it is closed. The Samaritan House stopped housing the homeless on March 1.

New Mexico health officials on Monday reported the state’s first case of rabies, the latest in a string of zoonotic diseases hitting the state for the first time this year. The rabies case, the New Mexico Department of Health said, involved a...

New Mexico State Fair officials announced the addition of Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Tanya Tucker to the 2026 New Mexico State Fair rodeo-concert lineup last week. Tucker will take the stage on Sept. 18 following the Chevron Professional...

The Wendy’s Company closed its Taos store this week as part of a plan to shutter 5 to 6 percent of its locations in the first half of 2026 — a response to dropping U.S. sales. Wendy’s confirmed the closure of the Taos store, located at 420 Paseo...

A Roswell man and a Fort Worth, Texas, man who each hoped to be recognized as the rightful owner of a stolen truck instead both left a Santa Fe courtroom unhappy Tuesday (March 17) after a judge granted ownership to the New Mexico Department of...

New Mexico health officials announced on Thursday (March 12) that a Santa Fe County resident had been hospitalized but ultimately recovered from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, marking the first case recorded in 2026. The resident, a man in his...

Joseph JD Weathers, candidate for Mora County Commission - District 1 and current vice chair for the New Mexico Democratic Party in Congressional District 3. Joseph JD Weathers, candidate for Mora County Commission - District 1 and current vice chair for the New Mexico Democratic Party in Congressional District 3.

Mustard Seed is a grant awarded by the First United Presbyterian Church, which funds special, new and innovative projects. The “seed” money, up to $1,500, helps organizations/projects with one-time expenses. We fund projects in the following focus areas: Youth participation; Mission within or beyond community; Community or church related projects

An ofrenda was created during a candlelight vigil held on Sunday to remember Desiree Trujillo, Geno Gonzales and Austin Apodaca, who died at the house on March 7. An ofrenda was created during a candlelight vigil held on Sunday to remember Desiree Trujillo, Geno Gonzales and Austin Apodaca, who died

Kei, a student at the United World College in Montezuma, poses next to an oil painting she plans to include in an art exhibition this weekend at the school. Kei, a student at the United World College in Montezuma, poses next to an oil painting she plans to include in

SANTA FE — The Department of Public Safety’s New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy is ushering in a new era in 2026, with leadership changes poised to benefit law enforce…

A well-known Albuquerque restaurant has become the center of a growing political flashpoint after a viral TikTok video sparked protests over claims that the establishment offers a discount to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The controversy centers on the Frontier Restaurant, a longtime staple located directly across from the

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, the House unanimously passed Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández’s (D-NM-03) bill, House Resolution 4284, the Small Cemetery Conveyance …

A shooting at Holloman Air Force Base on Tuesday has left one person dead and another injured, according to an official release from the 49th Wing Public Affairs Office. The incident occurred on March 17 near the base Shoppette, a commonly frequented area for service members and personnel. Authorities confirmed

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s investments in adult education have lifted the state to 20th in the nation for adult education outcomes, up from 50th place in 2019.

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

SANTA FE — A Santa Fe County dog has been diagnosed with plague — the first animal plague case in the state in 2026.

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is facing renewed scrutiny after posting a campaign video on social media Monday in which she openly touted her role in suing the Trump administration—using taxpayer-funded resources—to block federal access to voter data. In the video, Toulouse Oliver framed the legal battle

SANTA FE — A bobcat in Sierra County has tested positive for rabies — the first animal rabies case in the state in 2026.

Bregman and HaalandFor the first time, decline to state voters in New Mexico will have the chance to vote in the Democratic or Republican primaries June 2 but they will likely have little impact on the outcome of the gubernatorial or other contests.The chief reason is the very low number

A closely watched legislative contest is shaping up in southern New Mexico, where incumbent Democrat State Rep. Sarah Silva of Las Cruces is seeking re-election against Republican challenger Ben Luna of Chaparral in House District 53. The race is expected to be one of the more competitive contests in the

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Kiara Lyons stood outside the Eastern New Mexico Fairgrounds on March 6 not to see the circus, but to protest what she claimed is the mistreatment of one of its stars:…

A Solid Financial “Construction” Plan Dear Dave, My wife and I are in our mid-thirties, and the...Read More

SANTA FE — Last Tuesday, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed New Mexico’s annual budget, which includes $630,000 for a medical psilocybin treatment equity fund, a f…

Staff members at the H&R Block Las Vegas office are available to provide tax preparation and small business support services, helping clients navigate changing tax laws and prepare for the upcoming filing deadline. Staff members at the H&R Block Las Vegas office are available to provide tax preparation and small

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

ABQ GOP City Councilor Dan Lewis tells us the move to increase the city's gross receipts tax by nearly half a percent will not win approval, if it comes to a vote at tonight's Council meeting. Still, the mere idea of raising taxes in a city with no looming fiscal

An aerial view of a Rio Grande drying in 2022 following low snowpacks. An aerial view of a Rio Grande drying in 2022 following low snowpacks. Snow drought across the west and record-breaking hot temperatures this winter threaten the majority of New Mexico’s rivers, according to Andrew Mangham, a senior

Zorro Ranch Zorro Ranch New Mexico's newly established Epstein Truth Commission marks a pivotal shift in how the state confronts the long-shadowed allegations tied to Jeffrey Epstein's former Zorro Ranch, signaling a future in which survivors, not institutions, help lead the search for truth and accountability. From the outset, commissioners

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

Johnny Montoya Johnny Montoya New Mexico Highlands University has named Johnny Montoya Associate Vice President for Government Affairs. Montoya will begin his role April 1, serving in a leadership position within the university’s Government Relations Division. Montoya will serve as Associate Vice President for Government Affairs, Strategy and Operations, helping

For years, conversations about mental health in higher education stayed close to the clinical side: counseling centers, crisis protocols, student referrals. That work matters, but it only addresses part of the picture. The conditions that shape how students, trainees, and faculty experience their environment get built into the structure of

Candidates lined up to file for all 70 state House seats this week amid continued wreckage for Republicans in special elections around the nation, Those national headwinds. say our analysts, rule out any serious chance this year of Republicans altering the Democrats overwhelming House majority of 44-26. Rather, they believe

Pastor Andrew Farhat serves as Lead Pastor of St. John’s Lutheran Church and School in Denver, and his story reflects a life marked by deep change, careful study, and steady commitment to the Gospel. His background includes strong family roots, academic success, years of personal searching, and a clear call

New Mexico is once again drawing national scrutiny as multiple conservative national media outlets highlight policies and practices in the state involving late-term abortion access and gender transition support for minors. Recent investigative reports published by Life News and Townhall portray New Mexico as a national hub for permissive abortion

A newly signed New Mexico tax law is drawing criticism from tax policy experts, who warn it could weaken the state’s business climate and make it less attractive for investment. In a March 11 analysis published by the Tax Foundation, Senior Policy Analyst Abir Mandal cautioned that Senate Bill 151,

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

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

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

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

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

Saturday, March 7 *Community invited to help identify historic local photos – 10 a.m.-2...Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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