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

FARMINGTON – The Piedra Vista High School girls wrestling team showcased its depth this weekend, grabbing three individual titles and winning the team competition in Saturday’s Northern Nightmare Invitational at the Jerry A. Conner Fieldhouse. The Panthers were particularly untouchable in the lower weight classes. At 107 pounds, the championship

KIRTLAND – The Farmington High girls wrestling team scored an important win Friday as they prepare for a run at a state title, taking the team title during the Lady Bronco Invite inside the Karlin Gym at Kirtland Central High School. Led by individual winners Anaya Lee, Nadyne Moses and

City may terminate economic incentives, seek repayment

City and county buildings, including City Hall and Alvarado Square, are shutting at 1 p.m. and jail releases to a center Downtown are paused as officials brace for an afternoon Civic Plaza demonstration

Authorities continue to seek tips regarding Bianca Quintana's death

Proposed legislation reaches halfway point as nation protests ICE use of force

NEW YORK (AP) — When some Gilded Age gentleman hunters organized a New York event to compare their dogs, could they have imagined that people would someday call it the World Series of dogdom or the Super Bowl of dog shows? Of course they couldn't. The World Series and the

Jody Folwell, Santa Clara Pueblo/Kha’p’o Owingeh, born 1942. Collection of Jody Folwell, Santa Clara. Photo by Addison Doty ©Jody Folwell NMMA News: SANTA FE — The New Mexico Museum of Art (NMMA) announces the opening of O’ Powa O’Meng: The Art and Legacy of Jody Folwell, a tightly focused career

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

A view of the Roundhouse in Santa Fe. Post file photo By DANIEL J. CHACÓN The Santa Fe New Mexican A proposal to overhaul pretrial release in New Mexico—the only such measure introduced so far in the 30-day session, despite it being a much-discussed topic—is being held captive in committee.

The community is invited to participate in the annual Smooches With Pooches Valentine’s Party, 1-2:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 14 at Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary, 25 minutes south of Santa Fe. Courtesy/KSAS From Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary: Happy 2026 from Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary! Our mission: Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary (KSAS)

Event highlighted state’s connections to astronomy, space exploration

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

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

A 25-year-old South Carolina man is accused of beating the woman he lives with because he allegedly was angry that she was on her phone.

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

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

By SISCO AGUILAR Daily Press Correspondent Police presence has been increased for protests in front of Western New Mexico University’s Watts Hall at Silver Heights Boulevard and Swan Street in the wake of citizen complaints at last week’s meeting of the Silver City Town Council. Protester Charles Wallace told the

FARMINGTON – Fans of both the Piedra Vista and Farmington High School basketball teams will have much to cheer for this week when the boys and girls teams meet for the first time this season. The District 1-5A rivals each have a lot to play for on Tuesday night at

COUNTY News: Los Alamos County Council will meet in Regular Session at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave. This meeting is in person and open to the public. However, for convenience, the following Zoom meeting link and/or telephone call-in numbers

Research site, forest trails and picnic areas close indefinitely

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Five finalists for the president of Western New Mexico University will likely make visits to campus and the community in late February and early March, the chair of the search committee said Thursday. The WNMU Board of Regents met for a regular meeting Thursday

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

By Fr. Glenn Jones: I can’t help but wonder if anyone ever goes to bookstores these days? Used bookstores were always a favorite—the mustier smell, the forgotten editions—always a fun treasure hunt. But now, almost robotically, we just type a topic in the search bar, and a thousand electronic covers

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

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

Desiree Chee, a sophomore at Shiprock High School, was recently selected for an honorable mention by the New Mexico Art Education Association in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for her mixed media artwork. Her untitled self‑portrait, created using neurographic art techniques, was chosen for its creativity, thoughtful composition and

New Mexico alleges social media giant exposes children to sexual exploitation

LOS ANGELES – Journalist Don Lemon was released from custody Friday after he was arrested and hit with federal civil rights charges over his coverage of an anti‑immigration enforcement protest that disrupted a service at a Minnesota church. Lemon was arrested Thursday in Los Angeles, as another independent journalist and

Santa Fe Community College front entrance portal. Courtesy/SFCC SFCC News: Meet representatives of Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) and other four-year colleges and universities at the 2026 Spring Transfer Fair, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 25 at SFCC. Colleges attending this free event include:

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

Republican lawmakers ask Trump administration to weigh in on legislation

Protesters shut down parts of Downtown amid a nationwide walkout over immigration crackdown

A medical malpractice reform bill backed by New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham cleared its first hurdle in a Friday morning House committee hearing after an “unfriendly amendment” rankled Republicans. Lujan Grisham’s office on Thursday endorsed House Bill 99, co-sponsored by Rep. Christine Chandler (D-Los Alamos). The bill would set

While looking for heavy metals, NMED is also conducting largest PFAS sampling in state history

On Friday, state's Congressional delegation asked for Jay Mitchell to resign

Top-ranking House Republican says amendment 'gutted' bipartisan legislation

Bills to improve teacher benefits and establish a state Office of Special Education will advance

Items for Northern Briefs may be submitted by sending them to jgarcia@riograndesun.com Submissions must be received no later than noon Monday for publication that week.

SUNLAND PARK – Last week’s winter weather wreaked havoc on the racing surface at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino, forcing the postponement of the $350,000 Championship at Sunland Park and a pair of stakes races originally scheduled for Saturday. A massive winter storm that brought rain, snow and plummeting temperatures

Constitutional law experts concerned by Trump administration response

COUNTY News: The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities will hold its first work session of 2026 at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 4, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 1000 Central Ave. The complete agenda packet is available here. Members of the public may view proceedings online or

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

Felipe Hernandez set to serve 9 years behind bars

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

By DAVID HOUCK Qualifying Broker Atomic Realty, LLC Editor’s note: This is the second column in a three-part series on the contracts one may see in the process of buying or selling a home here in Los Alamos or White Rock. Generally, there are three primary contracts used in a

Chatbot Safety Act targets mental health risks posed by generative AI

Dakota Briscoe sentenced last year in federal court to 25 years in prison

Bill set for Friday hearing proposes a $6 million cap on punitive damages for hospitals

New Mexico has announced the launch of NM CreativeCon, a new statewide event series aimed at supporting and growing the state’s creative economy.

Senate, White House appear ready to make a deal on Homeland Security funding

San Juan College invites students, staff and community members to attend the Chinese New Year Immersive Culture Experience on Thursday, Feb. 12, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the Merrion Rooms at the School of Energy. Sponsored by the Global Studies program, the event will feature Qinqin Schoser, who will

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff A recent report on how different states score their students as proficient in reading suggests that New Mexico may not rank last after all. Twenty-nine New Mexico school districts, including Cobre Consolidated Schools, contributed student data to develop the report, which focuses on grades

Daily Postcard: When supercooled fog meets freezing temperatures, ice can slowly build up on trees, rocks, and other surfaces, transforming the landscape into something magical. This enchanting phenomenon, known as rime ice, forms as tiny droplets of fog freeze on contact, often creating a delicate, sugar-coated appearance like this scene

Cities, county consider plans for building the region

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

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

The Santa Fe New Mexican: Senate panel approves help for well owners: A bill that could help New Mexicans struggling with contaminated wells — including Mora County residents whose wells have been polluted by heavy metals that may be connected to the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and residents south of

Preston Henry Tolth admits to stealing Ella Mae Begay's truck and assaulting the woman before leaving her on the roadside

Tri-State Generation and partner Platte River Power Authority had a “respectful” but emphatic response late Thursday to the Trump administration ordering them to keep Craig’s Unit 1 coal-fired plant open past the New Year: They don’t need it, they don’t want it, and their inflation-strapped consumers can’t afford the higher

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

ALAMOSA, Colo. — Behind a career-defining performance from Kiiyani Anitielu, the Adams State women’s basketball team overcame a sluggish start to upend Colorado School of Mines 80-70 on Saturday afternoon at Plachy Hall. Anitielu was the engine for the Grizzlies (record), racking up a staggering 41 points to lead all

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

Seven interstate compact measures approved by House without any dissenting votes

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

EDGEWOOD, New Mexico – The reverse side of the U.S. Mint's 2026 Sacagawea $1 coin will feature Polly Cooper, a woman from the Oneida tribe known for helping George Washington's Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. The release of the coin this week coincides with celebrations of the 250th anniversary

Longtime publisher said, in closing paper, 'I grieve mainly for Gallup'

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

Maj. Gen. Miguel Aguilar said corridor's 'current outcomes are predictable and self-sustaining'

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

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

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

Parent company of Facebook argued security risk to Meta employees

Group home was created as a temporary alternative to housing youth at CYFD offices

Feds charge Richard Sepulveda with possession of Molotov cocktail

APD said threat turned out to be false

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

Excessive commissary prices also scrutinized

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —On Friday, Jan. 30, "anti-ICE" protests took place nationwide following the killings ofAlex Pretti and Renee Good by federal agentsin Minneapolis in January.Hundreds gathered at Civic Plazain Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Friday. Protesters and organizers call for "no school, no work, no shopping" in response to President Donald

City calls program 'a proactive approach to public safety'

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

Michael Garcia said future initiatives include a reorganization of the city's organizational structure and hires of mayor-appointed roles.

Overall employment and procurement spending at LANL declined in fiscal year 2025, but other economic indicators are strong.

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

Iraqi calligrapher Ali Zaman has completed a colossal handwritten Quran manuscript after six years of work. The masterpiece consists of 302 do…

A “bomb cyclone” was bringing heavy snow to the Southeast and ushering in frigid temperature to much of East Coast on Saturday.

The alleged incident represents another instance of children staying in state-contracted group homes coming to serious harm.

A federal judge says she won’t halt the immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota and the Twin Cities as a lawsuit over it proceeds.

The Taos High School varsity boys basketball team defeated the visiting Moriarty Fighting Pintos with a final score of 78-24 at the Otero Gymnasium on Thursday night (Jan. 29) to push their district start to three wins.

MAXWELL, N.M. —One person is dead after a fire destroyed a residence Friday in Maxwell.A spokesperson for the Colfax County Sheriff's Office says first responders arrived at the residence and confirmed that three people were inside. Fire crews were able to extinguish the fire, but one person was pronounced dead

Santa Fe’s Souper Bowl drew crowds, new restaurants and global flavors while raising funds for The Food Depot amid rising need.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —APD has arrested a second individual in connection to the first homicide in the new year.Dominic Martinez was arrested on Friday and is the second suspect involved in the New Year's Day murder downtown of Alexander Wilson.AdvertisementThrough investigation, homicide detectives determined that Martinez, 22, offered to take Peyton

Rebel authorities in eastern Congo say at least 200 people were killed in a landslide at coltan mines. The collapse happened Wednesday due to …

SANTA FE, N.M. —TheImmigrant Safety Act, also known asHouse Bill 9, passed the House Judiciary Committee by a 7 to 4 vote during the 30-day 57th Legislative Second Session at the New Mexico State Capitol in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026.MORE:View HB 9,hereAdvertisementTheImmigrant Safety Actis sponsored

"There's a really strong market in forgeries in the Native American art world," said contemporary Navajo artist Tony Abeyta.

Newly disclosed government files on Jeffrey Epstein show authorities thought they were close to indicting the wealthy financier on sex crimes …

ROSWELL, N.M. —A late-night bomb threat for the Chaves County Courthouse was responded to by county sheriff's deputies and the Roswell Police Department. After a thorough search of the building and its surroundings, no bomb was found, a Chaves County Sheriff's Office social media news release said.Authorities got an anonymous

Albuquerque - We are recapping the top five stories from the week to make it easy for you to catch up on Albuquerque news. We covered a dad who shared illegal photos of his daughter on the Internet, an apartment fire leaving people displaced, a drunk driver tried to run

A huge new tranche of files on millionaire financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein released Friday revealed details of his communications with the wealthy and powerful, some not long before his death by suicide in 2019. Those include communications with a Trump adviser, an ex-Obama White House official, Elon Musk

Republicans predict an acrimonious second half of the session as contentious bills come up for consideration.

The day before Valarie Gee’s son underwent a routine cardiac procedure, he was “jumping in the swimming pool” and running around, she said.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Albuquerque police have arrested a second suspect in the first homicide of the year. Police say Dominic Martinez, 22, helped Peyton Reagan by offering him a ride to downtown Albuquerque on Jan. 1, 2026, to kill his girlfriend and two other people. According to APD, Martinez texted

Immigration and ICE — not exactly topics of The Good Humor Man — have dominated readers’ attention on the opinion pages, lawmakers’ discussion…

Along with the week’s roll call votes, the Senate also passed the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act (S. 3705), to provide for …

Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez has announced an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of hundreds of prisoners, including …

A judge has ordered the U.S. to release a father and 5-year-old son who were taken into custody during the immigration crackdown in Minnesota.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Artificial intelligence is being used to generate sexually explicit images of children, prompting New Mexico officials to propose legislation to address the issue.Last year,police arrested a New Mexico man accused of sexually abusing his studentsand found an AI-generated photo of a naked young girl during the investigation, created

A Senate panel advanced a bill to help people with contaminated wells Saturday and previewed what could be a heated hearing.

Menefee, the Harris County attorney, prevailed Saturday in a runoff against Amanda Edwards, a former Houston City Council member.

A Rio Arriba County Sheriff’s deputy charged a 17-year-old girl with aggravated assault after she allegedly hit her boyfriend in the head with a belt buckle.

A former Sierra Club Foundation employee is suing the nonprofit, alleging that normal workplace interactions got twisted into an unfair harass…

A Portales mother shares her son's medical journey, highlighting the challenges of healthcare in rural New Mexico.

A Hernandez man took a global plea deal across three cases that resulted in charges of robbery and child abuse, from an alleged theft at Romero’s Fruit Stand, being dismissed.

By KIRSTEN LASKEY Los Alamos Daily Post kirsten@ladailypost.com The game is afoot at Betty Ehart Senior Center. Los Alamos Little Theater set up the pieces like dominoes; they zig and zag through multiple floors and rooms in the senior center, and only when the game is completed, and all the

Western New Mexico University's women's basketball team lost to Texas A&M International University 80-62 at Drag's Court in Silver City, New Mexico.

NMDP News: SANTA FE — Jan. 30, the House passed the Immigrant Safety Act by a vote of 40-29. House Bill 9 would prevent New Mexico state and local governments from contracting with federal Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) to detain individuals for civil immigration violations. The bill would also prohibit

On Monday, enough members of the Roswell Museum Board of Trustees made their way through the snow and ice — or participated electronically — to take action during a m…

New Mexico lawmakers are investigating Jeffrey Epstein's activities at his infamous Zorro Ranch.

Sheriff’s Posse News: The Los Alamos County Sheriff’s Posse is hosting its monthly Cowboy Breakfast this Sunday, Feb. 1. The breakfast is served 7-11 a.m. at the Sheriff’s Posse Lodge at 650 North Mesa Road, near the North Mesa Stables. The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes: The price for adults is $10,

Protesters walked out from school, work, and held back from shopping across Albuquerque on Friday to demonstrate against ICE.

New Mexico was one of only five states to witness a population decrease based on the latest numbers just released by the U.S. Census Bureau.

SPORTS News: This week the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers have girls and boys basketball, swimming/diving and wrestling games at home and away. The Topper sports games are covered by the Los Alamos Daily Post sports team, which includes John McHale, Mike Cote and Nate Limback. This Week’s Hilltopper Sports

FEMA's Wildfire Claims Office in northern New Mexico faces increased scrutiny as state lawmakers call for the resignation of its director.

Updates will be posted as they become available.

Richard and Sophia Skolnik of White Rock recently returned from an 8-day visit with Natural Habitat Adventures to three eco-lodges in Costa Rica. A small sample of the many photos taken during the visit includes this red-headed barbet. Photo by Richard Skolnik A howler monkey and its baby are spotted

Lawmakers in New Mexico are advancing the Immigrant Safety Act, a proposal to ban ICE operations in the state.

Ann Hunkins identifying track. Courtesy/PEEC PEEC News: The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to step into the quiet beauty of winter and uncover the secrets written across the snow during Discovering Wildlife in Winter, a hands-on field program led by Certified Wildlife Tracker Ann Hunkins. The program

A backdoor cold front is moving into eastern New Mexico, bringing low clouds and freezing fog to the region.

By NATHAN BROWN The Santa Fe New Mexican A lengthy debate over a proposal to get rid of New Mexico’s immigration detention centers pitted rural conservatives who fear lost jobs and empty main streets against Democrats who view it as a moral imperative to stop aiding the Trump administration’s immigration

Rep. Elaine Sena Cortez, R-Hobbs, right, gets emotional while discussing her mother’s battle with cancer during a House Health and Human Services Committee hearing Friday on amendments to House Bill 99 at the state Capitol. HB 99 calls for caps on punitive damages in medical malpractice cases in New Mexico.

Two people are dead after a mobile home fire in Valencia County. No word on the cause.

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Sen. David Gallegos with the Martinez Family and baby Michael, who was placed in a Safe Haven Baby Box in Belen in 2024 and adopted by the Martinez family in 2025. Courtesy photo New Mexico Senate Republicans News: SANTA FE — Senate Republican Caucus Chair David Gallegos (R-Eunice) introduced necessary

Celebrating a whole century on Earth

When Roswell and Chaves County were hit by devastating flooding in October 2024, Roswell police and firefighters responded with feats of heroi…

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff More than 80 Cobre and Silver Schools students will swim and sing across the stage in a collaborative production of “The Little Mermaid Jr.,” which will be staged over the next two weekends. The Daily Press talked to some of the student cast during

Jennifer Best is the 2026 Spirit of the West winner at the 16th annual CommUNITY Asset Awards held this afternoon at the Betty Ehart Senior Center. Best attended the event with her husband, Jeremy, and took home the top award. It just happened to be her birthday, too. Catch all

The City of Roswell reported that both the police and fire departments responded to a minor-injury, four-vehicle accident at 9:40 a.m. on Frid…

By MIKAELA JOHNSON Daily Press Correspondent SANTA FE — Lt. Gov. Howie Morales welcomed rural students and educators to the New Mexico State Capitol on Wednesday as a part of the annual Grant County Day held during the legislative session. Select middle- and high-school-aged students from Silver Consolidated Schools, Calvary

News organizations reported the claims office issued a determination of over $266,000 for damage to Jay Mitchell's Angel Fire home.

Publisher Bob Zollinger said financial considerations led to the decision to shutter the paper his father bought in 1964.

CASA COLORADA, N.M. —Two people are dead following a house fire in Valencia County.According to fire officials, firefighters were called to fight a structure fire on Storey Avenue in Casa Colorada in rural Valencia County.AdvertisementFire officials say two people died in the fire.New Mexico State Police and the New Mexico

The Justice Department says it's releasing 3 million pages of documents in the latest Jeffrey Epstein disclosure, along with 2,000 videos and …

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The city of Albuquerque has announced that City Hall will close Friday at 1 p.m. due to protest activity downtown.According to CABQ, APD recommended the closure in order to minimize vehicle traffic from downtown workers while pedestrians walk to Civic Plaza.AdvertisementCity offices will return to normal on Monday,

New Mexico attorneys representing injured patients had been advocating for the corporate carve-outs in closed-door negotiations this week.

A Love, Etc. employee told police a man had stolen merchandise and then threatened her with a gun when he was confronted.

Catherine O'Hara has died at 71. The Emmy-winning actor was known for her roles on “SCTV,” “Schitt's Creek,” and the two "Home Alone" films.

Protesters gathered at Civic Plaza in Albuquerque on Friday to rally against United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement and federal immigration tactics, expressing their concerns over recent incidents and potential mobilizations.The protest lasted about two and a half hours, with participants marching around Central Avenue, chanting, and carrying signs and

SANTA FE, N.M. —Santa Fe County is warning the public about an ongoing scam targeting families of individuals recently booked into the Adult Detention Center.A number of families are reporting scam payment requests to get their loved ones released.AdvertisementReports also say an inmate's mother got a phone call from someone

Albuquerque - On January 29, 2026, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were in the area of southeast Albuquerque in connection with an investigation involving Kevin Baros, 30 of Albuquerque. We found out Baros is no stranger to law enforcement. A dramatic felony stop near the 2500 block of San

Israel says it will reopen Gaza’s border crossing with Egypt over the weekend. The move announced on Friday will allow Palestinians to enter …

Tens of thousands of people are entering their sixth day with no electricity as the Carolinas and Virginia prepare for a significant winter st…

A U.S. Geological Survey earthquake map shows dozens of earthquakes have occurred in New Mexico since 2005, including around the Santa Fe area.

Visa complications linked to recent U.S. restrictions are jeopardizing a long-awaited North American tour by the renowned West African dance c…

Food Not Bombs-Roswell will continue operating a warming center at the Westminster Presbyterian Church until March 15.

The lawsuit from his family alleges "John John" Martinez's death could have been prevented if he received timely medical care.

SANTA FE, N.M. —New Mexico ranks second in the nation for assaults on police officers per capita, leading lawmakers to propose legislation that would increase penalties for such crimes from three to nine years in prison.Incidents of officers being punched, spat at, shot at, or attacked with a knife occur

Front page of the Jan. 26, 1943 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Jan. 26, 1943 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Charles Riley came in from the burning mountain to-day. He reports everything lovely. Jack Howell thinks the mail service between Springer and Tascosa will

As well as winding down contracts, the bill would ban deals between the feds and local police to enforce immigration laws.

New Mexico will experience high pressure, clearing skies, and warm afternoons through next week, with cooler temperatures in the southeast.

The city has long planned to annex the 1,075-acre tract of land, but residents have been staunch in their opposition to the plan.

Florida won’t be getting hit with massive blankets of snow and ice like the rest of the U.S., but even frosty windshields and a few flurries c…

The City of Albuquerque is closed City Hall and other Downtown offices at 1 p.m. Friday due planned protests.

A large crowd has gathered at Civic Plaza in downtown Albuquerque in an effort to protest ICE.The protest comes as people across the country are protesting immigration policies of the Trump Administration.AdvertisementDemonstrations are happening afterAlex Pretti was shot and killedin Minneapolis by federal officers.Watch as Sky 7 flies over the

President Donald Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh to chair the Federal Reserve could bring about sweeping changes at a central bank that domi…

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A Senate committee advanced a bipartisan bill allowing the governor to hold removal proceedings for state Wildlife Commission members.

A federal judge says federal prosecutors can’t seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

The Department of Homeland Security says journalist Don Lemon has been charged with federal civil rights crimes in connection with an anti-imm…

ATC celebrates 25 years after rocky beginnings, growing pains and charter school turmoil that shaped the school’s identity.

Members of New Mexico’s congressional delegation on Friday called on the federal official overseeing a multi-billion dollar wildfire compensation fund to resign, following Source NM’s reporting this week that the official had applied for and received a six-figure payout. According to documents obtained by Source NM and New Mexico PBS,

Dozens of the 575 federally recognized tribes are making it easier to get tribal IDs, including some in New Mexico.

Some hope the long-abandoned property, long a neighborhood eyesore, can be put to some other use after decommissioning.

New Mexico received big broadband news this week: The federal government approved the state's $382 million internet infrastructure plan.

Simon is part of the beloved Puppy Patch at Ojo Santa Fe and he or one of his litter mates could be their 700th Puppy Patch adoption — a milestone they can’t wait to celebrate. What started as a wildly wonderful idea — bringing shelter puppies to a spa resort

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions against Iran’s interior minister, accusing Eskandar Momeni of repressing nationwide protests th…

U.S. President Donald Trump says President Vladimir Putin has agreed to temporarily halt the targeting of the Ukrainian capital and other town…

A teenage girl claims CYFD workers turned their back on her after she was drugged and assaulted by an Uber driver.

Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez has signed a law that will open the nation’s oil sector to privatization.

The aftermath of the state’s largest wildfire has left victims waiting for help, as billions in promised aid remain tangled in controversy, delays, and new questions about if the money is going to those who need it most.

CIMARRON, N.M. —A 3.9 magnitude earthquake was reported in northern New Mexico early Friday morning.The U.S. Geological Survey says the earthquake hit about 20 miles north of Cimarron around 12:20 a.m.AdvertisementThe quake was felt by people in Trinidad, Colorado and in areas of rural Colfax County in New Mexico.There are

Diego Pavia is still saying he's the best football player in the nation on the college level. But is he ready for the NFL?

The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley.

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Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge plans to implement prescribed burn projects on the Refuge east of Roswell, potentially beginning on February 16 with a burn window…

New Mexico lawmakers are focusing on environmental safety, including a $50 million investment in uranium mine cleanup.

Two high schools within Albuquerque Public Schools are testing daily salad bars as part of their lunch options with plans to expand to all APS high schools by April.

New Mexico lawmakers are looking to tweak medical malpractice laws in an effort to retain doctors in the state.

National gas station chain Maverik wants to open a gas station at the intersection of Carlisle Boulevard and Indian School Road near I-40, but some neighbors are rallying against the plan.

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

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham supports a Republican proposal to change New Mexico's pretrial detention system, but the bill faced a major setback on Thursday.

Get ready for the Bands of Enchantment Season 5 red carpet premiere, celebrating vibrant music from the Land of Enchantment.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office is scrambling to build consensus for a medical malpractice overhaul as the bill heads to a key debate.

A former Illinois sheriff’s deputy has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatally shooting Sonya Massey, a Black women who dialed 911 as…

The Santa Fe closures are part of a national effort to convey dissatisfaction with recent actions of ICE officers in Minneapolis.

Days left in the session: 21

A few hundred packed the pews to remember victims of immigration enforcement and encourage all to embrace light amid the darkness.

SB 17, which would impose new regulations on gun dealers as well as prohibit popular semi-automatic rifles, could face legal challenges, AG warns.

For generations, burial in Taos and Northern New Mexico has been rooted in family, faith and place. As longstanding cemeteries reach capacity and access becomes increasingly limited, DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos recognized a growing challeng…

Editor's Note: This series appeared weekly in the print edition of the Las Vegas Optic from Nov. 2024-Jan. 2025. It is presented here in its entirety. This story, by local writer Jim Terr, involves a visit to Las Vegas by famous detective Sherlock Holmes in 1899. The original Sherlock Holmes

Patrick Trujillo, Española businessman and owner/operator of the Chimayó Trading Post has died.

Is Immigrations and Custom Enforcement currently in Española or aren’t they? That’s a question on the minds of many in light of the recent crackdowns and arrests in other states.

What began as a welfare check on two people passed out in a Jeep at the Fairview Sonic on Jan. 20, ended in a police pursuit, a foot chase, a burnt vehicle and the man and woman being arrested.

Former Village of Taos Ski Valley Councilor Henry Caldwell paused his daily ski practice to reflect on his term and VTSV’s future. Caldwell, who was elected in March 2022 after winning a …

A heavy equipment operator escaped without injuries after the excavator they were operating flipped upside down into the upper Hondo River Tuesday (Jan. 27). The equipment was at a private residence …

After a nearly 10-year hiatus, the winter sport of skijoring was set to return to Red River this weekend in partnership with the Town of Red River, Red River Ski Area and other local sponsors. …

Taos Pueblo Tribal Sheriff Gabriel Romero delivered a statement on behalf of Gov. Michael Martinez, who was at the state Legislature at the Jan. 21 Taos Municipal Schools Board of Education …

Just two months after the beloved Sushi a la Hattori closed in El Prado, Chef Gustavo Sanchez has started a sushi restaurant of his own. O’Hashi Sushi opened Tuesday (Jan. 20) on the top floor …

People sat on the floor, leaned against the walls, held signs, cheered, hissed and booed in the overflow room next to the Town of Taos Council chambers Tuesday (Jan. 27) during more than three hours …

Physicians, rural New Mexicans and behavioral health professionals joined a state lawmaker Tuesday morning (Jan. 27) in calling for the passage of legislation that could help the state shoulder …

A jury in 8th Judicial District Court earlier in January found Holy Cross Medical Center not negligent in the death of Nicole Valerio, ruling that hospital staff acted appropriately and denying the …

A Taos County man employed as Los Alamos County facilities manager is accused of stabbing two brothers in the head, killing one, near their property in Llano Quemado last week. Vicente Martinez, 45, …

The Los Alamos National Laboratory Foundation awarded more than $100,000 in one-year STEM Framework Grants to schools and organizations across Northern New Mexico, with nearly $58,000 supporting …

Questa has a new police chief, as of this week. Chief Esequiel “Kelly” Romero has about 11 years of experience in New Mexico law enforcement: eight years with the Taos County Sheriff’s Office …

The New Mexico Supreme Court has ended a little-used kind of lawsuit that let a spouse seek damages from a third party for “stealing” a husband’s or wife’s love. In a unanimous opinion issued …

Albuquerque - Albuquerque Fire Rescue is on scene at a working two-story structure fire at 1109 Arizona St. SE. Firefighters were sent to the listed location at approximately 6:07 PM. Initial reports to AFR indicated a possible victim trapped inside the structure. Crews from AFR conducted primary searches of the

Prosecutors last week charged a man in connection with a December shooting inside a home near North Road and Tupelo Street in Las Vegas. Juan “Juanito” Gallegos, 21, faces charges related to the shooting that sent one man to the hospital with a gunshot wound to his leg. Police allege

Jay Mitchell, left, director of FEMA’s Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire claims office, received $266,000 for smoke and ash cleaning at his home in Angel Fire, right, according to documents Source New Mexico and New Mexico PBS obtained. His wife received more than $250,000. Jay Mitchell, left, director of FEMA’s Hermits

Even when crime raged at historic levels the legislature was getting nowhere with a tough on crime agenda. Now with 2025 stats showing homicide and overall crime down significantly in the state's largest city that agenda--epitomized by the repeated failure of the pre-trial detention bill--appears fated to stall again. Any

An ordinance amending the city’s fire code has been forwarded to the city council for consideration by members of the Legal Committee.

Man arrested for threats with machete

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff With three weeks left in their final regular legislative session, Lt. Gov. Howie Morales and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham told Grant County Prospectors they will work until the very end of their terms to get their priorities over the finish line. Grant County Prospectors,

By SISCO AGUILAR Daily Press Correspondent The Silver City MainStreet Project’s annual calendar of events gets underway next week with the Love Local downtown shopping promotion, coming up on Saturday, Feb. 7. During the Love Local event, participating businesses downtown will offer giveaways, discounts and special products. Many of the

A jet streaks into the sunrise Wednesday morning over a frozen Chaves County landscape, perhaps carrying vacationers to bask on the shores of some tropical isle. The s…

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Albuquerque - On January 27th, 2026, the Albuquerque Police Department was called in reference to an aggressive driver and the driver was trying to run people over near 2nd St NW and Arvada Ave NW. When police arrived they located a Chevy truck with 43-year-old Joshua Sandoval inside. According to

Albuquerque - Early this morning, a Good Samaritan and an IPS Security Guard got into a physical altercation at a Walmart located at 2266 Wyoming Blvd NE. The incident happened when they subdued 21-year-old Anthony Miller of Albuquerque. Thats when he tried to leave the store with $26.84 worth of

A winter storm over the weekend (Jan.23-25) dropped less snow than anticipated but brought between 7-14 inches to winter sports areas around the Enchanted Circle, and provided sufficient snow …

Two bills that aim to strip the Mexican gray wolf of its federal endangered species protections are now snaking their way through the federal lawmaking process. The Republican-led pieces of …

A coalition of 16 environmental, behavioral health and community groups on Tuesday signed onto a letter to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Environment Department Secretary James Kenney demanding more …

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

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

Leaders in New Mexico public education say that a recent, statewide study suggests students in the Land of Enchantment are doing much better than what national tests typically portray. The results of the study – which were published in December – reveal that reading growth among the students who were

Antonio Romero Antonio Romero A Robertson High School senior is making steady strides towards his lifetime goal of attending a prestigious college – including coming close to securing a hefty scholarship that would cover the price tag. Antonio D. Romero, 17, is a semi-finalist for the Cooke College Scholarship. The

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

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

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

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

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

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

Drop-in auditions for this spring’s DitchSpeare will take place this week at the Living Arts Studio in Silver City. The irreverent homage to William Shakespeare and contemporaries like Lope de Vega, known as DitchSpeare, has graced downtown Silver City’s Big Ditch Riverwalk Park for the last three years with music,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Campaign removes 10.5 million pounds of litter

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tax auction in Quay County

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

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

An upstairs room at the The Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico Museum on Lea Avenue is now home to a sculpture of 2009 Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird an…

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

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

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

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

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

Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Braille flag comes to Roswell schools

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Students prepare for TX competitions while building skills

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott swung by Corpus Christi on Jan. 16 to speak with veterans and pitch his plan to overhaul school property taxes.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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 ...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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...

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...

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