President suggests he could win New Mexico 'if they clean it up'

Gamemaker wants to hear from the community

Tenured commissioner chosen as chair, while relative newcomer joins as vice chair

By DAVID HOUCK Qualifying Broker Atomic Realty, LLC Generally, there are three main contracts a buyer and seller may use during a real estate transaction: All terms in these contracts are negotiable, and buyers and sellers should carefully review and negotiate them before signing. The Listing Agreement The listing agreement

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Timothy Busfield has declared his innocence in a video sent to TMZ before turning himself in, as he faces allegations of sexually abusing two child actors on the set of "The Cleaning Lady" in Albuquerque.Before turning himself in on Tuesday, actor Timothy Busfield sent a video to TMZ,

ABQ Animal Welfare Department director receives Patriot Award

Investigators say arrestee confronted victim, also of Raton, over burglarized vehicle

Maria Sultemeier NMNSH News: ALBUQUERQUE — The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History (NMNSH) has announced the promotion of Maria Sultemeier to the position of Volunteer and Community Outreach Manager, effective Feb. 2, 2026. Sultemeier, who previously served as the museum’s Volunteer Coordinator, will now take on an expanded

This puffy puppy didn’t just show up cute, he showed up gifted. Stanford looks like he’s quietly solving a riddle while napping, then aces recess with playful enthusiasm. Curious, clever and already perfecting his “I’m adorable but also very intelligent” expression, he’s got future honor rol…

Reopening of Universe, Irving 'may take several days'

The Grant County Commission’s first-of-the-year meeting Thursday featured the routine annual business of appointing commissioners to boards and commissions, electing District 2 Commissioner Eloy Medina as vice chair and renewing the county’s Open Meetings Act resolution. The consent agenda, which contains small procedural items like interdepartment asset transfers and acknowledging

Mid-January marks the start of the legislative season, with the 30-day finance-focused session set to begin Jan. 20. Lawmakers and lobbyists will descend on the capital city to build the budget. But crucial election deadlines sit just around the corner. Candidates must declare by Feb. 3 if they wish to

CNM News: SILVER CITY — A total of 484 student households in Grant County are receiving high-speed internet, thanks to a New Mexico Student Connect grant program designed to provide broadband access to rural students across New Mexico. The Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) joined TWN Communications, state

Plan focuses on boosting early reading and teacher support

State legislators propose eliminating gross receipts taxes on affordable housing projects

Joshua Gonzales, 39, will not be eligible for parole in murder of 82-year-old tribal elder and 51-year-old son

A jury found a Silver City man guilty Thursday of a lesser charge of murder and other charges related to the August 2023 shooting death of a man in Santa Clara, according to a press release from the Sixth Judicial District Attorney’s Office. In the trial for Jamie Rodriguez held

Emmy Award-winning actor will have court hearing Tuesday in connection with felony child abuse, criminal contact case

The San Juan College Native American Center invites students, families and community members to gather for two evenings dedicated to a Navajo practice. On Wednesday, Jan. 28, the center will host a Navajo Shoe Game learning session, followed by the full Navajo Shoe Game on Thursday, Jan. 29, both from

Rusk was known for love of city he called home for 20 years

Improved credit rating could reduce state’s borrowing costs, increase economic appeal

SUNLAND PARK – Trainer Todd Fincher is set to dominate Monday’s program at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino, saddling as many as nine runners across two $80,000 stakes races for New Mexico-bred 3-year-olds. The featured events, the 25th runnings of the Corralito Steak House Stakes and the La Senora Stakes,

Nonprofit plans to establish 'regional fire break,' conservation easement in Sangre De Cristo fireshed

Man allegedly committed multiple burglaries, theft and vehicle theft within days, telling police he was 'just trying to survive'

During the holidays, Jeff Waxler walked his mom Kati Waxler of Los Alamos down the aisle. She married Ezra Maes, whom she met while in the Army. The next opportunity to make cards for military members and Veterans will be held 1-2 p.m. Monday at the White Rock Branch Library.

As the session approaches, local leaders have asked for funding for public safety, homelessness and quality of life solutions

NMED News: The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board (“EIB”) will hold a public hearing beginning at 9 a.m., March 23, 2026, to consider EIB 25-77 (R) – In the Matter of Proposed Repeal and Replacement of 20.2.71 NMAC – Operating Permit Emissions Fees and 20.2.75 NMAC – Construction Permit Fees.

His attorneys also say he passed a polygraph test

House Democrats plan to file articles of impeachment for DHS Secretary Kristi Noem

Albert Peña's death being investigated as a homicide after being found dead in High Rolls

Luckily for Bayfield High School and its football team, Rocky Long isn’t ready to be done coaching, and has been hired as the head coach of the Wolverines football team. Long moved to Durango full-time to retire with his wife, Debby, after he was the defensive coordinator at Division I

MORIARTY – The Hobbs High School girls basketball team scored early and often Friday night, rolling to a 70-43 win over Farmington in a battle of the top two Class 5A teams in the state at Moriarty High School. Led by junior Kacelynn Muniez, who scored 20 points, as well

Town leaders plan push for 2-hour free parking, local park revamps, ice rink rehab and new airport terminal

Suspect allegedly obtained images of children from popular social media platforms

ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Police Department’s Auto Theft Unit arrested three individuals early Thursday morning following a commercial burglary and vehicle theft at an auto dealership in the Southeast. On Jan. 15, 2026, at around 4:00 a.m., APD responded to a burglary at an auto dealership, located at 300 Wyoming

More than $276,000 was fraudulently transferred out of a bank account last week belonging to Ballantine Communications, Inc, the parent company of The Durango Herald, The Journal and The Tri-City Record. Durango Police Department investigating officer Isaiah Grijalva said the suspect fraudulently retrieved account information from a BCI staff member

On Jan. 13, the Farmington Municipal Schools Board of Education selected new officers and swore in newly elected members. The board voted unanimously to appoint Krista Lee McWilliams as board president, Andra Stradling as vice president, Lisa Lynn Maxwell as secretary, and Deazhan Maize as deputy secretary. During the meeting,

DENVER — The Denver Broncos wrangled their biggest win in a decade from Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills but suffered an enormous loss in the process. About an hour after second-year quarterback Bo Nix led the Broncos to a 33-30 win on Wil Lutz's 23-yard field goal in overtime

Courtesy/High Desert Winds Santa Fe CONCERT News: High Desert Winds Santa Fe will present its Winter 2026 Concert at 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16, at St. Francis Auditorium, New Mexico Museum of Art, 107 W. Palace Ave. in Santa Fe. This concert features High Desert Wind’s own Leroy Medina, soloist

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The seat for District 1 on the Silver City Town Council will remain empty until at least Jan. 21, as Mayor Simon Wheaton-Smith did not make an appointment to the position at Wednesday’s special meeting. At the council’s first meeting of the year, District

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A detour on Ridge Road will likely continue for several more weeks as construction crews improve the county’s portion of the roadway. Grant County is reconstructing the road between the intersections of Lance Drive and Bonita Avenue in the first phase of their project,

Daily Postcard: Bull elk passes through a resident’s yard Thursday in Western Area. Photo by Ben Longmire Read More

Rusty Dobkins held without bond in Esker Mayberry's death

Heinrich among senators trying to redirect billions after fatal ICE shooting in Minnesota

Federal public defender: 'It was just tragic all the way around'

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A federal investigation into a sprawling betting scheme to fix basketball games stretched from the Chinese Basketball Association to the NCAA and has ensnared 26 people, including current and former college players, prosecutors revealed Thursday. The charges filed in federal court in Philadelphia include bribery, wire

Man faces up to 30 years in prison after defrauding the government of over $500,000 through fake businesses and falsified documents

FARMINGTON – The Alamosa High School boys wrestling team pulled away from Aztec in the final bouts to win the Clash at the Coliseum duals Saturday at McGee Park, defeating the Tigers 41-29. The dual was tied at 29 heading into the closing matches before Alamosa seized momentum. Ryan Cordova

Reports of gunshots Tuesday led law enforcement to the area near Jose Barrios Elementary School, prompting a brief lockdown as the school day was ending. Although the Grant County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspect, since no gun was found he was only charged with a misdemeanor for evading police. Sheriff

Spokesperson says the district is looking into alternative vendors for new backpacks

Derrick Pacheco charged with criminal trespass

Vasquez calls project 'the absolute definition of waste'

US Supreme Court denies appeal holding up $2.5 billion BSA settlement

Court will continue to perform weddings on weekdays

City ethics board drops complaint involving 'I ♥ Tim Keller' hoodies, considers launching investigation

'The Cleaning Lady' director faces felony charges after allegedly touching an 8-year-old inappropriately on set, with prosecutors citing a pattern of misconduct

Fatal shooting followed confrontation with teens over off-road vehicles

Recommendations include removing traffic lane, altering light pattern between Girard and San Pedro

Surface water declines will exacerbate groundwater dependence, water experts say

More funding for road construction, repairs expected to be key issue during 30-day session

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Representatives of engineering firm Stantec presented three options for revitalization of historic Fort Bayard during a community meeting Wednesday at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center. The meeting consisted of a short presentation from Stantec on the three proposed options, as

Incident remains under investigation, according to Albuquerque police

During its meeting Wednesday evening, the Silver City Public Library Foundation approved funding for renovations to the town-owned building, including flooring and new doors that should help with sound reduction. The foundation board approved a bid from Armstrong Floor and Wall of $6,778 for new vinyl flooring in the large

Sixth Judicial District Attorney Norman R. Wheeler announced Tuesday that 75-year-old Russell Dobkins has been ordered held without bond on charges of first-degree murder and tampering with evidence in connection with the Dec. 26 death of Esker Roland Mayberry. According to a news release from the DA’s office, Chief Deputy

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The venue isn't the only thing that will be different when the Denver Broncos host the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round of the playoffs Saturday. The vibe in Denver isn't the same as it was a year ago, either. “We were just kind of excited

Session will be Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's final regular session as governor

Sen. Jeff Steinborn's bill would require microgrids to meet renewable energy targets

Ryan Ellison is among six US Department of Justice appointees who have lost their interim or acting US attorney titles over the past year

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A trial that had been scheduled this week for a woman charged in the death of her child last March was canceled so a higher-priority trial could take place. Music Adame is now scheduled for trial in early May. The January and May trial

Cause of death is being investigated, according to MDC

New Mexico US Attorney's Office reports 6,600 prosecutions in 2025

Proposed measure would provide enhanced civil and criminal penalties for pornographic deepfakes

Española City Police officers charged a man who is on probation, with first degree kidnapping, false imprisonment and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after he allegedly held a gun to a woman’s head and refused to let her leave a house she went to for New Year’s drinks.

Albuquerque - Around 10:10 PM on Saturday, officers with the Albuquerque Police Department were dispatched to the 420 block of Broadway Blvd. SE in reference to a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers located an individual with at least one stab wound. Albuquerque Fire Rescue Engine 1 and Rescue 1 rendered medical

As third term begins, several city departments without permanent leadership

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Gila Regional Medical Center will begin a new campaign this month to reach for five-star ratings from patients. The county-owned hospital’s board of trustees heard about the facility’s Strive for Five campaign during its regular meeting Jan. 7. “This is really about a holistic

Wyoming woman allegedly fled state rather than surrender son to father

EPA announces funding awards for Taos and Tesuque pueblos

Woman faces evidence tampering charge after Albert Peña's body was discovered in High Rolls

Timothy Busfield booked into Metropolitan Detention Center

When the legislative session begins next week, Democratic lawmakers intend to revive a long-running effort to raise alcohol taxes as a means of reducing excessive drinking, which killed 1,755 New Mexicans in 2024, according to new Health Department estimates. The latest proposal would create a new 3% sales tax on

Albuquerque police release footage of December incident where suspect shot officer before being killed

Calling it a perk is debatable, but being the fancy-titled editor of a state capital newsroom means I’ve met a lot of elected officials who ha…

Lawmakers are expected to take up a series of health care proposals, many aimed at ameliorating New Mexico's physician shortage.

President Donald Trump says he'll impose a 10% import tax starting in February on goods from eight European nations because of their oppositio…

A New Mexico cowboying legend, Thorp traveled hundreds of miles around the Southwest collecting and recording cowboys songs.

A Ukrainian delegation has arrived in the United States to discuss a U.S.-led diplomatic push to end the nearly 4-year-old war.

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 tragic incident near Presbyterian Hospital of a child being stuck and killed by a landscaping truck, a press conference showing dramatic video of

President Donald Trump’s new Gaza ceasefire plan includes a committee to manage Gaza's daily affairs.

Protesters for and against the Trump administration’s latest immigration crackdown clashed in Minneapolis, in exchanges that grew heated befor…

Abigail Spanberger has become Virginia's first female governor after centuries of men holding the state's top office.

Other than essential public safety services, most local, state and federal offices, banks and other institutions will close Monday.

Big initiatives championed or supported by Lujan Grisham during her tenure have experienced incremental success.

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

Most of the nine hopefuls at the Genoveva Chavez Community Center mentioned some variant of housing as among their top priorities.

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, and doctors in New Mexico are urging residents to pay close attention to their eye health due to the risk of glaucoma and a shortage of eye care providers.Doctors with the New Mexico Academy of Ophthalmology say many people are at risk, and a shortage

The event at Expo New Mexico featured dizzying arrays of colorful designs from both local Lego devotees and traveling "master builders."

The Highland boy's basketball team joined Emily Faith in studio for New Mexico Gameday Friday night.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The cause of an early morning fire Saturday severely damaged an unoccupied single-family home, an Albuquerque Fire Rescue news release said.After the fire was reported just after 7 a.m., the first AFR unit arrived at 20 Claremont Ave. NW and saw smoke coming from different spots of the

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has criticized President Donald Trump for supporting Iranian protesters.

Lujan Grisham is pushing for free universal child care in the last 30-day session of her tenure. Not everyone is on board.

As screens blur the line between work and home, some people are slowing down and disconnecting by looking to communication devices from the pa…

As its immigration crackdown in Minneapolis intensifies, the Trump administration is leaning into messaging that borrows from phrases, images …

NASA's giant new moon rocket is finally at the launch pad.

If you plan to navigate the Roundhouse in the next month, you might find yourself walking in circles, literally and figuratively.

"I'm a farmer's daughter," Ezzell said. "I'm a rancher. I work with the land. I'm boots-on. I am the hired hand out at the ranch, OK?"

The exhibit, which runs through February in honor of Black History Month, includes work from Carrizozo-based Paula Wilson.

A Cuban immigrant who lived in the U.S. for nearly three decades died in a Texas immigration facility during an altercation with guards. While…

After New Mexico State Police officers charged a Canjilon woman with aggravated burglary for allegedly breaking into her dead mother’s house and trying to take a rifle that her other family members declared did not belong to her, she pleaded guilty to misdemeanor criminal trespass.

Albuquerque Comic Con has been captivating downtown for 15 years with big names, comic books and costumes.

Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office returns to "On Patrol Live" after 85% public approval in Albuquerque, showcasing daily police work.

Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfield’s attorneys told a court he should be released while he awaits the outcome of child sex abuse charges against him. Busfield's attorneys said in court filings Friday an independent investigation undermined the state’s allegations and the parents of his accusers have a history of fraud

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.

Hess Yntema is shown during the Roswell City Council meeting on Friday. Later on, he was ratified by the councilors to be the next Roswell city manager.

Return to the Roundhouse

Los Alamos County workers are on the job this morning repairing a water line break at Meadow Lane and Lejano Drive in White Rock. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen Water flowing from the water line break to the sewer near the entrance to Overlook Park this morning in White Rock. Photo

A Lego convention is set to delight fans in Albuquerque this weekend with creative displays and activities.

Dylan Baca works the ball down court in the 1st quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Josh Matteson and Jayden Apodaca reach for a loose ball under the Topper basket in the 2nd quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Sports News: The Los Alamos High School Topper boys basketball team won its

A local pastor has started sewing and gluing pockets into sleeping bags, filling them with hand warmers, a rain poncho, and an emergency blanket.

Shelly A. Wiemann WIEMANN WEALTH News: Shelly A. Wiemann, CFP®, Investment Management Consultant, Financial Advisor and Registered Principal at Wiemann Wealth, 2101 Trinity Drive, Ste T, has been named a member of the 2026 Executive Council II. This membership recognizes top advisors. Wiemann affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services in

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

A closed session during which the Roswell City Councilors spoke with Mayor Timothy Jennings' nominees for city manager, police chief and treas…

By ALLEN MCQUISTON Jemez Insurance Agency Serving Los Alamos Since 1963 Most people assume insurance works like a scoreboard. One big claim feels like a major strike, while a few small claims feel harmless—almost expected. After all, why have insurance if you can’t use it for the little stuff? That

NMOGA News: SANTA FE — Energizing Our Future New Mexico, the nonprofit arm of the New Mexico Oil & Gas Association (NMOGA), today announced the launch of a new online resource designed to help students explore rewarding careers in the state’s energy sector. The Student Success Pathways website, available at

Expect mostly clear skies tonight with temperatures dropping into the 20s and 30s across much of the state.

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 Vi…

A tall bull elk strolls across the front yard of a home Wednesday night in Western Area. According to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, only male elk have antlers. They shed and grow a new set every year, which is covered in fuzzy skin called velvet. The antlers harden by

COUNTY News: Desert Sol Inline & Hockey is hosting the 9th Annual Atomic City Winter Classic Adult Ice Hockey Tournament. The tournament runs from 9 a.m. Friday, Jan. 23 through 10 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25 in the Los Alamos County Ice Rink. This year’s tournament features three divisions of four

New Mexico lawmakers are returning for a 30-day legislative session on Tuesday, focusing on affordability, CYFD reform and health care access.

ALTSD News: SANTA FE — Next week, the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) will ask lawmakers to approve a $109.7 million budget for fiscal year 2027, which focuses on expanding senior services and supporting caregivers. “This budget reflects what we’re hearing from communities across New Mexico: older

Rio Rancho town hall to address Highway 528 dangers. Community seeks immediate traffic solutions amid rising accidents and fatalities.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It might have looked like a lunch with two friends last Saturday at a downtown restaurant, but what couldn’t be seen in the small celebration was the hard work it represented — and the possibilities for the future. Myron Weckworth, 79, has volunteered as

Serve New Mexico Commission News: ALBUQUERQUE — The Serve New Mexico Commission announces AmeriCorps New Mexico programs participating in the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, engaging AmeriCorps members and community volunteers in meaningful service projects throughout northern, central and southern New Mexico. Observed each year on the

From the Democratic Party of Los Alamos County Dear Democrats of Los Alamos County, Do you want to be involved and ensure that Democrats are elected this midterm election season? Do you have statewide candidates that you support and want to see succeed? The Pre-Primary local (Los Alamos) Convention is

Note: Updates are added throughout the week

Colorado Parks and Wildlife are working to help wolverines make a comeback in southern Colorado.

NMDOH News: SANTA FE — State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) offices will reopen as regularly scheduled on Tuesday, Jan. 20. The NMDOH Helpline, 1-833-SWNURSE (1.833.796.8773) will be

COUNTY News: Los Alamos County shares pilot light safety to keep in mind this winter. The following tips should be taken when a pilot light goes out during cold weather:

Gerald Angye is asking a federal court to order his release or require authorities to hold a bond hearing within five days.

The late actor's 13,000-square-foot former house nestled in the mountains off of Hyde Park Road has hit the market.

The meeting was noticed on the county website, lawyer Michael Garcia wrote, arguing there was no Open Meetings Act violation.

Shed hunting — shed antler collection — remains free of charge for in-state residents, according to the bill.

The agency struggled to improve its workforce last year, losing many new employees and gaining just four new caseworkers.

The drop-off center on Lucia Lane has become a hot spot for illegal dumping, something the city hopes to fix with a new, secure location.

School district officials said they hadn't received any health complaints about from the "significant" mold growth last year.

Prosecutors believe they cannot prove the case against Angel Portillo, a firefighter accused of rape, beyond reasonable doubt.

In this Eye on New Mexico, we look ahead to the upcoming legislative session in Santa Fe.

A new review of studies has found that taking Tylenol during pregnancy doesn’t increase the risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities. The latest work adds to the growing body of research refuting claims made by the Trump administration last year when the president promoted unproven ties between the painkiller

The New Mexico Department of Transportation announced the 2026 Name a Snowplow contest winners on Friday.

Española police are investigating a shooting in Pajarito where a man was shot in the neck and abdomen.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Route 66 Remixed offers a self-guided immersive experience that transforms the historic highway in Albuquerque into an art-fueled road trip, celebrating its history and culture through digital art and poetry."This is a self-guided immersive experience that you can do straight from this website built here out of that,"

The commission will study the balance of powers between the mayor and City Council and consider recommendations for city charter changes.

Family members of the 39-year-old victim said he had a "heart of gold" but struggled with addiction after an athletic injury.

GALLUP, N.M. —A Gallup police officer and another person were stabbed during a response in western New Mexico.Gallup police said it received a call for service at the Big 5 Sporting Goods off U.S. Highway 491. An officer and another person were stabbed.AdvertisementThose two were transported to a hospital and

Albuquerque - Award-winning KOAT Channel 7 reporter and weekend anchor Julian Paras is facing some criminal charges related to an alleged drunk-driving incident. On January 16, 2026, at approximately 1:44 AM, a New Mexico State Police officer on patrol observed a silver Chevrolet traveling southbound on Eubank Blvd near Baldwin

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

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. —The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is in discussions to rejoin the TV series "On Patrol Live."The decision to begin talks to rejoin the show come after an open poll on social media along with an internal poll with the sheriff's office.AdvertisementThe department received over 6,000 votes on

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Jan. 7 – Jan. 11, 2026. Jan. 7 9:37 a.m. Disturbing the Peace, Camino de la Placita — A man …

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is hosting its first-ever birding contest, open to all skill levels, running throughout 2026.

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

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —KOAT has announced that network journalist and New Mexico native Miguel Marquez will join the award-winning KOAT Action 7 News More in the Morning team as co-anchor beginning in late January alongside Anchor Royale Dá and Meteorologist Eric Green.Marquez brings nearly two decades of experience as a national

Temperatures are set to drop significantly across the state, with the coldest day expected Saturday at 52 degrees in the metro area.

DeAnna Autumn Leaf Suazo was a rising star.

LOS LUNAS, N.M. —Valencia County residents are still dealing with incorrect property tax bills, even after the county attempted to correct previous errors, causing ongoing frustration and confusion.Albert Chavez, who has owned his home in Los Lunas for over two decades, was surprised by the unexpected and inaccurate property tax

House Democrats announced at a news conference on Friday afternoon at First Choice Community Health Care that they will focus on health care legislation and public safety during the upcoming session.Democratic leaders said they will seek to act on health care legislation to address affordable and accessible health care, better

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

Hospitals in Albuquerque are over capacity, and doctors say, the so-called super flu is to blame.

Authorities haven’t revealed details of her death. In a social media video, Navajo President Buu Nygren said the girl's death was devastating.

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The University of New Mexico Hospitalhas reached full capacity as a severe flu strain, also known as the "Super Flu," according to health officials, continues to spread statewide. However, UNM Children's Hospital Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anna Duran advises people to get vaccinated to avoid the risk of

RIO RANCHO, N.M. —The Toughest Monster Truck Tour returns to Rio Rancho tonight, promising an exciting spectacle with a lineup of popular monster trucks and a freestyle motocross team.The lineup includes the 2024 and 2025 Tour Champion Dirt Crew, driven by Jerry Beck, and the gigantic building block project, Blockhead,

Cuba’s Foreign Ministry described the protest as a response to threats against peace and sovereignty. President Miguel Díaz-Canel attended the event.

Española Police were investigating a shooting Friday morning that occurred in Pajarito. Police Chief Mizel Garcia said one man was shot in the neck and abdomen and was flown to The University of New Mexico Hospital in Albuquerque. Garcia did not know his condition. He said detectives were se…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The case against an Albuquerque firefighter accused of rape has been dismissed.Angel Portillo will not be headed to trial after the sexual assault charges were filed. Court records show the case was dismissed due to insufficient evidence.AdvertisementThis dismissal comes after two Albuquerque firefighters,Anthony Martin and Aden Heyman, were

COCONINO COUNTY, Ariz. —Federal and Navajo Nation police are investigating the death of an 8-year-old girl who was reported missing.The Navajo Nation Police Department announced the search for 8-year-old Maleeka "Mollie" Boone has ended. This decision came from the FBI, which is assisting in the death investigation along with the

Unless it's diamonds or chocolate, the next best thing for Valentine's Day is handmade. Danielle Todesco shows us how to transfer a photo onto wood, which anyone can do.

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.

A Chimayó man who allegedly beat his 89-year-old father so severely, he sent him to the intensive care unit, then fought with deputies trying to arrest him, received a suspended sentence after pleading to lesser charges.

New leadership has been appointed at several historic sites in northern New Mexico.

New Mexico United has released its schedule of Theme Nights for the 2026 season, with 15 special matches planned at Rio Grande Credit Union Field.

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

Neighbors are concerned about the North Pino Arroyo, where trash and needles are frequently found in the area.

This time we’re going nuclear and talking about the Nuclear Museum. In particular, something really cooler you can check out this weekend – the 2026 Spyglass Festival.

The financial toll is the result of driving on rough roads, facing congestion-related delays and experiencing crashes, according to the report.

The lawsuit argued that California and other states were illegally blocking the federal government’s wide-ranging effort to scrutinize detaile…

New Mexico's legislative session begins soon after the holiday celebrating the integrationist whose words still resonate.

Police allege Luis Arturo Lugo Ortega admitted to stabbing Charles Valdez after he found Valdez trying to burglarize a vehicle.

The board voted to reassess rebuilding E.J. Martinez or keeping it as a "school within a school" at Chaparral or Milagro.

New Mexico no longer has an "acting" U.S. attorney, per a federal judge's order, although he can still run the office.

The sentence left Suazo’s supporters angry and in tears, saying the punishment was far too little and came far too late.

Senate Majority Leader Peter Wirth filed legislation Thursday aiming to provide privacy protections for the data sharing of license plate readers.

Councilors said they were encouraged by the tone set by new Mayor Michael Garcia and are excited to work collaboratively.

Giovanny Saldivar-Nicolas pleaded guilty to second-degree murder last year in the killing of Eduardo Preciado Luevano.

Hearing health and brain health go "hand-in-hand," said Meghan Haarmann, a hearing instrument specialist at Sandia Hearing Aids in Santa Fe

The facility will provide up to 41 hours of energy storage and supply enough electricity to power roughly 25,000 homes and essential services.

A partnership between the school district and a collective of community members and tradespeople fell apart in recent years.

Albuquerque - Around 9:20 AM, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department responded to a motor vehicle crash at Presbyterian Hospital, located at 1100 Central Avenue SE. According to preliminary reports, a juvenile pedestrian was struck by a vehicle. Details are limited, but when officers arrived, the juvenile, who reportedly is

Taos community members gathered for a “Vigil for Justice and Community Healing” Tuesday (Jan. 13) at Taos United Community Church to “mourn and honor the life of those lost [at] the hands of …

After 108 days in the position, Lauren Reichelt is no longer the Española city manager.

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

Red River's biggest winter celebration, Mardi Gras in the Mountains, returns Feb. 12-17 with five days of parades, balls, Cajun cuisine and family-friendly fun. "Masquerade" is the theme for Mardi Gras 2026, and this year's event spans both V…

A Medanales man being held without bail for allegedly burning down his father’s house, then stealing a firefighter’s pickup truck responding to the fire, is facing new charges after he allegedly attacked three guards in the Tierra Amarilla Detention Center, slashing one with a pair of scissors.

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

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

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

By LISA JIMENEZ Daily Press Correspondent It’s been just four months since the new recreation center opened, and the Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Recreation Center is teaming with activity — especially in the afternoons, when school gets out and youth fill the center’s basketball and volleyball courts and the

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

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

Crafting is more than creating something beautiful — it’s a science-backed way to nurture mental health. When we engage in activities like knitting, painting or potter…

At least six school districts in the Valley have announced school closures during the 2025-26 school year.

Proud wife: Air Force Second Lt. Ronald E. Trellue of Las Cruces had his bars pinned on by wife Judy of Roswell. Trellue was one of 11 cadets commissioned at a joint A…

Good news, skywatchers in Arizona: A group of about 1,000 stars known as the beehive cluster is swarming a sky near you.

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The New Mexico Legislature will meet for a short, 30-day regular session Jan. 20 through Feb. 19 to work on a budget for the state and a few other bills. The Daily Press spoke with District 39 state Rep. Luis Terrazas and District 28

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

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

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

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

Roaring over Roswell and belching colored smoke into the skies on Monday was an F-16 "Fighting Falcon," a part of the United States Air Force Thunderbird aerial acroba…

A request from a state legislator asking that the Roswell Relief Route be renamed is among items the Chaves County Commissioners will consider when they meet at 9 a.m.…

Local organizers will host a workshop Thursday (Jan. 15) to help landowners and eligible entities apply for the New Mexico Department of Agriculture’s Healthy Soil Program grants, according to a …

The New Mexico Department of Health will maintain its existing childhood vaccination schedule, despite a decision earlier this week by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to reduce …

At the New Mexico School for the Arts in Santa Fe, Camille Cooper listened in awe as a puppeteer from Meow Wolf Entertainment posed an unlikely opportunity — a job creating and animating an …

A Questa High School alumna, U.S. Army veteran and mother of a current QHS senior discovered at the start of the school year that a beloved 9/11 memorial mural at the school had been painted over. …

The Rio Grande cooter can’t catch a break. Rivers that once sustained the turtle species, native to New Mexico, Texas and Mexico, are now more intermittent as snowpack and rain declines, according …

A New Mexico Senate bill passed in the 2025 legislative session that requires a $200 shed hunting license fee for non-residents took effect Jan. 1. Shed hunting — shed antler collection — remains …

The Town of Taos has hired former Questa Police Chief Ronald Montez Jr. to fill the role of interim Taos Police Chief following Mark Archuleta's retirement from the town in December. "Mr. Montez …

They chanted the name of Renee Nicole Good. They held signs with slogans such as “Abolish ICE.” And some wore whistles and held signs bearing a quote from Good’s wife after she was fatally shot …

A restraining order filed against a Questa resident accused by her neighbor of killing his six-month-old husky puppy with a string trimmer last May was dismissed without prejudice, the Taos News has …

The Town of Taos Council approved a $2.7 million bid from CIMCO Refrigeration for demolition and construction of a new ice rink at the Youth and Family Center during its regular council meeting …

After a year of nationwide uncertainty around federal green energy project funding, Kit Carson Electric Cooperative confirmed this week that its Questa hydrogen and solar facility "remains on …

A district judge granted a motion to detain Alejandro Reyes, 22, pending trial in 8th Judicial District Court last week. Reyes is accused of firing at a vehicle occupied by four people in Ranchos de …

The New Mexico Legislature will convene its constitutionally mandated 30-day session Tuesday (Jan. 20) at the Roundhouse in Santa Fe, launching a fast-paced stretch focused largely on budget and …

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

Victor Frank JaramilloVictor Frank Jaramillo passed away on December 20, 2025, in Grants, New Mexico at the age of 82.His niece, JoAnn, was at his side for his…

GRANTS, N.M. — The Grants-Cibola County Schools Board of Education opened its first meeting of the new year with major changes and routine business, including the formal swearing- in of two new members, the unanimous election of board officers, and the surprise announcement that longtime District 5…

GRANTS, N.M. — The Grants/Cibola County Chamber of Commerce kicked off its first ribbon cutting of 2026 on Saturday, January 10 with the grand opening of 1912 Market, a revived Route 66 storefront now operating at 705 W. Santa Fe Ave. in Grants.In a social media announcement, the Chamber said

“Reading makes immigrants of us all. It takes us away from home. But more important, it finds homes for us everywhere,” Author Jean Rhys, 1890-1979, Exeter,…

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

GRANTS, N.M. - The Grants High School Lady Pirates hit gold at the Moriarty Girls Wrestling Tournament last weekend.With 154.5 points they bested the second place team by a substantial 40 points— -Rio Rancho was the second place team with 114.5 points.Dakota Billiman placed first in the 105-pound…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - One of my favorite houseplants isn’t actually considered a houseplant because it is used so much in flowerbeds and patios. I have seen geraniums in store windows, on patios, and greenhouses. Give them some sun, soil, and water and they will bloom. They are also survivors.

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

GRANTS, N.M. Grants MainStreet held their quarterly peer-to-peer at the 1912 Market, in which local business owners and community can come together to share insights to strengthen the MainStreet District, whether it be sharing ideas or discussing challenges and opportunities.Kevin Branham, the…

This week's Athlete of the Week is Dakota Belliman of the Grants High School Wrestling Team. Belliman was crowned Queen of the Tournament and placed First in 105-pound weight class at a recent girls wrestling tournament in Moriarty.

Taos man gets Life in prison for 2019 double homicide

Diego Lopez,ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexico United closed the books on 2025 as one of the USL Championship’s most compelling and community-driven success stories.With a dramatic playoff run, key player departures, bold new signings, and a deepening identity on and off the field, the Black &…

Two of my special geraniums - worth saving from the frost

SANTA FE, N.M. – A traveler from South Carolina who was diagnosed with measles spent a night in Albuquerque, leading to potential measles exposure in that area…

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BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – Bluewater Lake saw an important change this week as winter conditions tightened their grip on the reservoir, but cold conditions didn’t keep anglers out of Cibola County’s Bluewater Lake.Bluewater LakeNew Mexico State Parks posted that Bluewater Lake is temporarily CLOSEDTO…

SANTA FE, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Health will maintain its full childhood vaccination recommendations despite the U.S. Department of Health and…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Early January data shows Cibola County’s water picture beginning the year with mixed signals: reservoir and river levels remain low and largely unchanged, while mountain snowpack has increased modestly over the past week.Together, Bluewater Lake, the Rio San Jose, and snowpack…

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent More than 40 years ago, Dennis O’Keefe, along with his mother, Alyce, brother, Bobby, and sister in-law, Phyllis, opened O’Keefe’s Bookshop at 102 W. Broadway, a storefront in the historic Palace Hotel building in downtown Silver City. Today, O’Keefe’s has a neighbor in the

on Saturday, Jan. 10.A baby boy was born to Martha and James at 6:56 p.m. (1856), marking the hospital’s first delivery of the new year.The Cibola Citizen congratulates the family and joins Cibola General Hospital in celebrating the newest little neighbor in our community. Here’s to a healthy,…

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

Sin Fronteras Nuevo Mexico plans a “Vigil for Justice & Community Healing” tonight, Tuesday (Jan. 13) from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Taos United Community Church, 209 Camino de La Merced, Unit …

The award of a contract to one of the companies that submitted bids last year for expanding the amount of space at Roswell Fire Department Station 1 is heading to the …

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New Mexicans traditionally don't have much sympathy for legislators who complain about not getting a salary even as it has now blossomed into study sessions over having a full-time paid legislature. While salaries are unlikely to ever win voter approval, it's not as though the lawmakers are forced to panhandle

The Roswell City Council will hold an organizational and regular meeting at 10 a.m. Friday at City Hall.

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

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

Eastern New Mexico lawmakers say legislation to stiffen penalties for criminal offenders and address the state’s scarcity of medical professionals should be top priori…

Many citizens of Roswell filled Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, spilling into the lobby on Monday, Jan 5, at 11:30 a.m., for the service of Frut…

It could be until mid-week when a boil water notice is lifted and water service is fully returned to normal after a water outage of "unprecedented proportions" in Nort…

Roswell Artist-in-Residence (RAiR) Farnaz Shadravan (sitting) is pictured showing her carving style during her exhibit opening "Babylon 26" on Friday evening at the An…

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent Residents of Pinos Altos and the upper Little Walnut area are on alert for future mineral exploration as claim stakes have been discovered across a large swatch of the Gila National Forest north of Silver City, as well as some on private property. A

Law enforcement searching for a person near Jose Barrios Elementary School put the school on lockdown for a short time Tuesday afternoon. Superintendent William Hawkins said the school was under lockdown from about 3:08 to 3:27 p.m. after the district was alerted to an incident that took place east of

Homemade meals fight hunger, isolation

ROSWELL — The 920th Engineer Construction Company was presented with the New Mexico Outstanding Unit Citation during a Jan. 10 ceremony.

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

Quick response saves home in structure fire

Will be used to continue mission of feeding the hungry

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

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

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

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

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

The body of a woman was found near the Wool Bowl and adjacent dog park on Friday morning, according to the City of Roswell.

Bregman and HaalandAs we take the first look of the year at the '26 Dem Guv chase we find Sam Bregman still seeking to shake up his race with Deb Haaland while she continues her run out the clock strategy, saying little but staying busy doing it. Bregman is regularly

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 …

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

Charges in Abiquiú case dismissed

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LAS CRUCES — Since 1973, the New Mexico FFA office has called the New Mexico State University campus home.

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

As the new chair of the Roswell Finance Committee, Councilor Kurt Gass decided to change the flow of meetings during his first time at the head of the table on Thursday.

LOVINGTON — You don’t need Hollywood or some other distant setting to be creative in. You can do it right here in Lea County.

Passersby in areas of the Pecos Valley may think they have been transported to the Old West when they see riders on horseback herding cattle on what are normally field…

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

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Harry is an 8-year-old orange tabby who arrived with a broken body but an unbroken heart. Found injured by a kind stranger, he was lovingly pieced back together by the Española Animal Shelter’s medical team. He lost one eye and sees only a little from the other, but somehow he

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

Roswell Daily Record January 8, 1973: "Dr. Lewis Holland, associate dean of the College Agriculture and Home Economics at New Mexico State University, congratulates Ci…

Despite his announcement on Dec. 18, that he would run for mayor again, former Española mayor Javier Sanchez will not be on the ballot in March. Instead, Mayor John Ramon Vigil will face former city councilor Dennis Tim Salazar for the city’s top job in the upcoming March 3 municipal

Española City Police officers arrested a homeless couple for breaking and entering a house to stay out of the cold, after the officers went to investigate a door that appeared to be slightly ajar.

Sharon Salazar Hickey, vice-chair of the New Mexico State Game Commission, resigned effective Dec. 31, 2025.

Coloradans will no longer be able to use their SNAP benefits to purchase sodas, energy drinks and ⁠other sweetened beverages starting March 1, according to the Colorad…

Republican U.S. Rep. Doug LaMalfa of California died after suffering a medical emergency on Jan. 5, officials said. He was 65.

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

Baby Kayleigh Dowdy was born on Jan. 1 at 9:38 a.m. She weighs 6 pounds, 14.1 ounces and is 19 inches long. We wish her mom and dad, Pamela and Shane Dowdy, and all ne…

EllisonA Republican candidate for Governor who doesn't highlight crime as the be-all-end-all issue? We've got one. Jim Ellison, 55, a Georgia native and onetime Democrat who has lived in the state for 20 years and served two years on the Public Regulation Commission as an independent ('23-'24), has announced his

Three adolescent males have been arrested and criminally charged after they allegedly fired multiple gunshots into the air to celebrate a birthday while riding in a ca…

Monica Duran, director of the JOY Center in Roswell, a nonprofit enterprise offering services to Chaves County seniors, said she believes the adult day care service th…

RUIDOSO — During the 2024 fires, agents with the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Crime Suppression Bureau (CSB) assisted NMSP uniform personnel with evacuations, roadbl…

The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management has partnered with Vitalant, formerly United Blood Services, to "raise awareness of the critica…

Annual financial loss to the Roswell Air Center of the mostly metal building that burned down on Dec. 4, 2025, is going to be a six-digit figure, airport staff reporte…

Our first little miracle of the new year was lovingly brought into the world by Kateina Dowdy, CNM, embracing parents Rori and Devin Moore at 11:47 a.m. on Jan. 1. Con…

Mayor Dan Barrone said his top priority is “always” public safety, including police and fire services, but extending his definition of public safety to include water and wastewater …

New Mexico created a new alert earlier this year to help find Native people who go missing. But since the Turquoise Alert went into effect in July, New Mexico State Police have, as of mid-December, …

A federal judge has granted full summary judgment ordering the U.S. Department of Education to unwind its cancellation of school mental health grants, according to a press release from the New Mexico …

Amanda Navora CalzadaAmanda Navora Calzada, born on June 18, 1983, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, was a radiant light in the lives of many. She peacefully…

Roswell police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating a man suspected of committing sex crimes against two young girls and evading arrest for nearly four years.

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

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

Republicans finally have something to celebrate but it may be an empty win.On Monday the four GOP ABQ city councilors joined with Democratic Councilor Klarissa Peña to award her the presidency of the nine member council for the year ahead. That gives rise to hopes that the previous coalition that

The reconstituted Roswell Finance Committee will meet publicly for the first time at 2 p.m. Thursday at City Hall.

The chief justice of the Arizona Supreme Court shared her first public comments Jan. 6 about a package containing homemade ⁠explosive materials being sent to the court…

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,

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

LOVINGTON — Little Adalee Torrez has already weathered tougher challenges than most people face in a lifetime and now she is ready to take on more standard schoolgirl …

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

We started the day with a piece about the southern congressional district race and Rep. Vasquez but ran into a buzz saw because we had the incorrect data on the outcome of the '24 presidential race there. We'll have to do a take two on that one and apologize for

A mild winter hasn’t dampened the enthusiasm of a trade organization dedicated to promoting winter sports in New Mexico, as ski resorts continue to adapt to challengin…

SILVER CITY — Police say a woman charged with the shooting death of her 11-month-old son at Gila Hot Springs two days before Christmas told them she didn’t know why sh…

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

New Mexico’s 2026 legislative session begins Jan. 20. While state economists expect the budget to continue its streak of increased revenue, projections show it will be by slimmer margins than previously expected, and elected leaders have made it clear that few state agencies will receive everything they’ve requested. In Legislative

Interim Chief Cecily BarkerWelcome back and Happy New Year. Here are questions that loom over La Politica with the calendar turned to 2026.--Will the search for a new ABQ police chief truly be "national" as announced by City Hall or will it again be an internal pick? The last two

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

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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

Front page of the Jan. 2, 1918 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Jan. 2, 1918 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The imperative need of immediate development of the nearby mountain regions for the entertainment of those seeking recreation in the large mountain play grounds,

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

A Las Vegas woman started an online petition calling on the Las Vegas City Council and the Abe Montoya Recreation Center to revise a policy that prohibits parents from bringing infants in strollers into the facility. Jordan Garcia, who has a one-year-old son and six-year-old daughter, said she and a

The City of Las Vegas recognized Walmart and Lowe’s Super Save on 7th Street with Certificates of Appreciation during the first City Council meeting of December, honoring their continued commitment and contributions to the local community. Both businesses have played an active role in supporting Las Vegas through donations to

It has been an incredibly eventful year in San Miguel and Mora counties. In many ways, the issues facing locals were continuations of long-running topics, but the year also brought its own unique challenges and triumphs as well. The year featured the first local election in Las Vegas in five

On a crisp Thursday morning late last year, staff at the Fourth Judicial District Court building in Las Vegas prepared for another busy day, the docket filled with routine hearings and even the final day of a murder trial. On days like these, inmates from the San Miguel County Detention

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

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between December 23 and December 29, 2025: Richard Gomez, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Shenee Tso, APO Arrest Order (Three Counts), Bench Warrant FTA/FTP, Tampering With Evidence. Juliette Ulibarri, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Kasandra McMeans, Out of State Fugitive. Rico Luke

If you’re near Eagle Nest on Jan. 1, head over to the lake and join a gathering of people cheering on those about to take a frosty New Year’s Day plunge, or hop in yourself. Eagle Nest Lake State Park’s Polar Bear Plunge is a free annual event sponsored by

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

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

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

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

Front page of the Dec. 26, 1957 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Dec. 26, 1957 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. C.R. Williams is here from Albany, N.Y. W.J. Brown, of St. Ignace, Mich., stops at the Montezuma. The boiler house stands finished and is

As the holiday season approaches, many of us naturally think about family, friends, and the joy of gathering together. But for some, this season may feel different. There are households missing loved ones for the first time, and some are quietly facing challenges with work, health, or other struggles. The

A 19-year-old man is headed to prison for the murder of 23-year-old Gabriel Rivera during a birthday party at a house in rural San Miguel County in November of last year. Jeremiah J. Salazar accepted a plea agreement on Dec. 3 in the case and pleaded guilty to felony counts

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

One final blog as we wrap up 2025 and as you prepare to unwrap your Christmas surprises. So let's dash into it. The results of the ABQ December 9 runoff election are in the history books. The Bernalillo County Clerk's office says: The official canvass of the returns has been

Federal prosecutors in New Mexico have unsealed a sweeping racketeering indictment against 11 alleged members and leaders of the violent Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, accusing the group of murder, kidnapping, drug trafficking, sex trafficking, and firearms crimes carried out across New Mexico and beyond. According to the indictment, the

As Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham enters her final year in office, her Fiscal Year 2027 executive budget recommendation reveals a series of priorities that appear designed less for short-term needs and more for long-term policy entrenchment — most notably a $1.5 million appropriation to permanently endow a political science faculty

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

Former Albuquerque mayoral candidate and two-term Bernalillo County Sheriff Darren White is sounding the alarm as the New Mexico National Guard prepares to leave Albuquerque—arguing that the city remains dangerously unsafe and that officials are declaring victory far too soon. White reacted sharply on X to news that the Guard’s

PIÑON POST EXCLUSIVE —Former New Mexico Congresswoman Yvette Herrell was confirmed Thursday night as Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Congressional Affairs, securing a key role in the Donald Trump administration as the U.S. Senate confirmed roughly 100 nominees in a late confirmation push in a 53-43 vote. In an exclusive

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...

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

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

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

A 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

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

NMJC enrollment on the rise Levi Hill/News-Sun Enrollment is booming at New Mexico Junior College, so much so the college is looking at building a new on-campus student housing facility. The NMJC Board of Directors voted unanimously Oct. 16 to select Dekker Limited as the vendor to design and oversee

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

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

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

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

A Call to Civic Pride and Small-Town Ingenuity In every small town, there’s a heartbeat...Read More

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

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

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...

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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