By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A former state senator has offered documentation to refute claims in a whistleblower lawsuit filed by the former president of Western New Mexico University alleging she conspired with other lawmakers and state officials to direct $1 million to the charter school her children attended,

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Santa Clara Board of Trustees passed a resolution adopting the 2025-30 Santa Clara community forest management plan during their regular meeting Thursday. The plan will guide the planting of new trees in the Santa Clara area in the next five years and highlights

Each of New Mexico’s district attorneys on Wednesday asked state lawmakers during ongoing Legislative Finance Committee hearings to increase their funding in the upcoming legislative session. Most every prosecutor’s office asked for more money to hire attorneys and support staff, but DAs in New Mexico’s most rural areas had a

BLOOMFIELD – Playing both ways demands awareness, agility and speed, yet carrying that impact into the postseason requires something rarer. Bloomfield High School senior wide receiver and defensive back Kaleb Hutchens delivered that edge, accounting for four touchdowns in the Bobcats' 49-0 quarterfinal rout against Bernalillo last Saturday. Hutchens scored

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A quiet visit between friends turned tragic for 68-year-old Eva Kempton of Socorro after a brutal dog attack. Kempton has been in various hospitals since the September 2 attack, and is currently at the Casa de Oro Center in Las Cruces, surrou…

In a 5-1 vote the City of Socorro council agreed to keep the municipal court.

By SISCO AGUILAR Daily Press Correspondent For Veterans Day on Tuesday, students at Western New Mexico University got to enjoy a midday cookout brought to them by Sylvia Sierra, head of Veterans Affairs at the university. The purpose of the cookout was to feed hungry students a hearty lunch and

Starting October 14 and running six days, regional astronomers in the Magdalena Astronomical Society collaborated to host the 32nd annual Enchanted Skies Star Party (ESSP), an educational event that drew over 130 enthusiasts from across the country.

A Bloomfield woman serving time for a hit-and-run at Animas Valley Mall is facing new charges for reportedly leading a drug distribution operation while in jail. Balena Shorty, 40, has been charged with one count of third-degree felony conspiracy to commit drug trafficking. Shorty, who has a criminal record dating

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is encouraging community support for its football team ahead of the upcoming game against Colorado State.

The annual Wildlife Zone family event, hosted by the Friends of Bosque del Apache, will go on as planned this Saturday—but at a new location. Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, facilities at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Re…

For more than 50 years, La Pasadita has been a staple of authentic Mexican cuisine in Socorro, and under the leadership of Mauro Portillo Jr., the family-run restaurant continues to thrive with fresh ingredients, community ties and a deep res…

“Cold Backed Before Coffee” is the motto Magdalena rancher and entrepreneur Charity Saulsberry has built her new café around. Read moreCold Backed Coffee House brews up community and comfort in Magdalena

Plastic recycling will soon become available to the City of Socorro with the ¡Que Linda! Beautification grant awarded to the city from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT).

New Mexico’s youth repeatedly return to juvenile jails in large part because of a lack of prevention programs and gaps in behavioral health services, according to a new Legislative Finance Committee report. The committee presented its findings to state lawmakers Tuesday afternoon and warned that secure facilities operated by the

The Farmington Evening Lions Club donated $5,000 Monday to the Tibbetts All-Abilities Park Foundation to help build a park where people with disabilities can play alongside others. “They came and talked to us a couple of weeks ago, and something we support is youths,” said Wesley Brown, Farmington Evening Lions

Representatives from the City of Socorro, Socorro County, New Mexico Tech, Socorro Schools, Magdalena and Socorro General Hospital came together for an Earthquake tabletop drill organized by the Socorro County Local Emergency Planning Committ…

BLOOMFIELD – When the Bloomfield High football team went on the road on Sept. 26 and rolled to a 65-13 win at Taos, there are who could have known these two teams would face each other again with a trip to the Class 4A championship on the line. Since that

The Socorro County Animal Shelter is among the 25 local governments across the state to receive a much-needed boost. The help has come in the form of a $18,631 st… Read moreAnimal Shelter receives a boost

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The previously broken elevator at the Mountain View Senior Apartments has been fixed as of Nov. 9, according to Silver City Fire Marshal Eloy Vasquez. “It was a crucial part of the elevator,” Vasquez said. “It was a complicated part that they needed to get fixed so the elevator could

Leonardo Perez, 21 pleaded no contest to charges from a shooting that injured a Socorro high school football player and assistant coach one year ago in November, 2024.

Fire departments around the county have reached critically low staffing levels resulting in delayed responses to emergencies according to Socorro County Emergency… Read moreEmergency response challenges brought to forefront

Some light snow may continue in the northern mountains Thursday, but Albuquerque and most areas will be dry.

The idea of canceling the community pumpkin giveaway on Friday, after the kitchen fire at Sofia’s Kitchen & Burrito Tyme, never crossed owner Stephen Rosas’ mind.

The Socorro and Veguita senior centers will move to a four-day week starting November 3, to cut costs while continuing the same services.

The district’s proposed $5 million GO Bond which would fund capital improvements without raising property taxes will be voted on during the Nov. 4 election.

The sound of bagpipes filled the crisp morning air at Socorro’s Isidro Baca Park as community members gathered Saturday to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The annual Veterans Day ceremony opened with the Nationa…

Citizens Bank held a ribbon-cutting Tuesday for its new downtown headquarters at 500 W. Broadway, drawing dignitaries, longtime patrons and Chamber of Commerce Redcoats to celebrate the institution’s century-old roots and $10 million investment in local contractors. Local musician Robert Webster performed on guitar and vocals. Danny Beyhan, Citizens Bank

EDC Staff Report Read moreChieftain brings home 24 awards from press conference

Panelists talked about a program that could help homeowners with insurance in higher fire risk areas during a wildfire preparation and insurance town hall held Wednesday at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center. Panelist and Property and Casualty Bureau Chief Melissa Robertson of the New Mexico Office

The village of Magdalena secured a $2.6 million grant for sewer line relining and infrastructure upgrades.

Richard Rumpf has resigned as mayor of Magdalena after serving in the position since July 2016 following the resignation of Diego Montoya. Read moreRumpf steps down as mayor

The Socorro County Manager’s contract was unanimously terminated at a special meeting last week.

The Village of Magdalena is moving forward with plans to independently manage its geographic addressing system following a collaborative effort with the New Mexic… Read moreMagdalena to take control of addressing system with state collaboration

Among the items approved was Resolution 2025-13, authorizing official representatives and signatory authorities for a state-funded preliminary engineering report on the village’s wastewater treatment and collection system. Mayor Rumpf said th…

The Socorro Electric Co-op (SEC), the City of Socorro and New Mexico Tech (NMT) are close to finalizing an agreement that requires Socorro Electric Co-op to refund members about $600,000 they were overbilled during a non-compliance period wit…

The Magdalena Municipal Schools Board unanimously appointed Kim Ortiz as interim Superintendent to serve until June 30, 2026, at a salary of $150,000 beginning Oct. 20.

The Socorro Electric Co-op (SEC), the City of Socorro and New Mexico Tech are scheduled to attend a status conference in the matter of non-compliance fees for the SEC at 9 a.m. on Oct. 31.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff An outgoing Silver City town councilor had her own words for the mayor after he referred to her and himself as “lame ducks” during an otherwise ordinary work session and meeting Tuesday. During the work session, councilors and the mayor discussed details of the

After two months at the helm as superintendent of Magdalena Schools, Dr. George Bickert has resigned.

Ryan Maxwell, Director of Team Operations for the Albuquerque Isotopes, has been named the Pacific Coast League’s 2025 Visiting Clubhouse Manager of the Year.

A regular local election was held Tuesday, Nov. 4. The following results are an unofficial tally of votes cast within Socorro County. There are 12 of 12 total voting locations that have been tallied. Results will not be official until they ar…

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By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent This month, behavioral health patients of Hidalgo Medical Services who were previously served at the Grant County-owned Tu Casa facility began showing up for appointments at the Community Health Center, HMS’ main Silver City campus on Pope Street. Despite a few staff having to

For James Allison, the skies over Albuquerque are more than just a scenic backdrop, they’re a family legacy. The 31-year-old balloonist from Socorro returned to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta this year not just as a spectator, b…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff With Monday’s meeting of the Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education taking place in Cliff, much of the discussion centered around the design for the new school there, as well as the bond funding it. In their work session, board members heard from staff

Stephen Keiser, the county’s GIS Specialist and 911 Addresser, issued a formal letter to the Village Council warning that Magdalena’s current addressing practices violate New Mexico’s Enhanced 911 Act. According to Keiser, the village has bee…

For the first time in its 36-year history, the Festival of the Cranes at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge has been canceled, another outcome of the ongoing federal government shutdown that has furloughed refuge staff and brought cri…

Hot off an election that will bring a new mayor and councilor to Silver City in January, the Town Council will also see a change in its makeup even sooner — at its meeting Tuesday. District 1 Councilor Rudy Bencomo gave his resignation last week, and Town Clerk Alfred Sedillo

The U.S. Border Patrol is monitoring millions of American drivers nationwide in a secretive program to identify and detain people whose travel patterns it deems suspicious, The Associated Press has found. The predictive intelligence program has resulted in people being stopped, searched and in some cases arrested. A network of

An Albuquerque business owner says homeless encampments are blocking her storage unit and complicating operations.

In preparation for the pause of SNAP benefits on November 1, EDC is compiling a list of resources in Socorro and Catron counties to help alleviate food insecurity in the coming days.

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver recently signed a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem expressing concern about the federal government’s request for states’ voter rolls. The Nov. 18 letter, as Colorado Newsline originally reported, was signed by 10 Democratic secretaries

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) introduced three wildfire-related bills this week in a newly reopened United States Senate, all of which use New Mexico’s recent wildfire experience as a guide – or a cautionary tale – for the rest of the country. The three bills seek to limit the

A Farmington man was arrested after allegedly shooting a firearm in a local cemetery. Farmington police responded at 11:10 p.m. Nov. 19 to Memory Gardens, 6917 E. Main St., after receiving “multiple reports of shots fired,” according to Shanice Gonzales, a police spokeswoman. Police located Stephen Aragon Jr., 22, who,

From left, candidates Steven Edmondson, Ronnita Montoya, Cynthia Canner, Illiana Perez (Moderator), David Koshkin (Moderator), Jane Anderson, Selfie Anaya and Mark Martin at the Socorro School Board forum at the Loma Theatre on Tuesday. With…

As fear ripples across the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire burn scar about newly discovered toxic metals in Mora County groundwater, elected officials and residents are increasingly wondering whether a federal office overseeing a multi-billion-dollar wildfire compensation fund will step in to help. On Friday, the New Mexico Department of Health

State Police have identified the victim of a fatal hit-and-run reported on Nov. 11 on Highway 60 just west of Socorro as 38-year-old Katrina Martineau of Reserve. Read moreHit and run victim known for her bright spirit

Socorro County Commissioners approved the purchase of a wheel loader, two motor graders and rotary cutter at their Oct. 14 regular meeting.

New Mexico Tech Interim President Jackson has been attending local meetings to promote a Student and Community Wellness Center.

Socorro is experiencing a cinematic revival as a new road-trip film is being shot across various local sites, bringing with it a wave of economic activity and community engagement.

At just 18 years old, Journey Fullinim is running the restaurant she grew up in that her momma Shirley opened about 20 years ago. When Journey was 11, they rebranded the cozy spot as Journey’s Place and Journey has been the face of the busine…

RIO RANCHO — From new school intercoms to marching band fields, Rio Rancho Public Schools has a lot on its legislative wish list next year. Read moreRRPS board sends $7.4M in capital project requests to Legislature

A hip-hop-inspired global movement to teach students financial skills took its "world tour" to New Mexico this week.

Researchers have completed a full accounting of water uses and losses in the Rio Grande-Bravo basin as it faces severe shortages throughout its range in the United States and Mexico. The findings released Thursday by the World Wildlife Fund, Sustainable Waters and a team of university researchers show unsustainable use

The Albuquerque Police Department is seeking information about who caused more than $40,000 worth of damage to some city buses.

After waiting so long for it, we finally have rain and a change in conditions toward more fall-like weather Thursday in New Mexico.

"My Republican colleagues have chosen to let their constituents go hungry. My legislation will stop that," Luján said Thursday.

Raising Cane's is partnering with Animal Humane New Mexico to sell plush puppies with proceeds going toward the shelter.

The FBI is asking for your help to track down a suspect accused of robbing a bank in northeast Albuquerque.

Albuquerque - Chief Judge Joshua J. Sánchez let Manuelito Torres out of custody relating to felony burglary charges for his role in stealing items from a vehicle a week ago. The case stems from a November 12th, 2025 incident. On that day a motor vehicle crash happened at the intersection

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Update | Nov. 20:Watch Bernalillo County D.A. Sam Bregman's interview above. View updated statistics below.AdvertisementOn Thursday, Nov. 20, Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman shared the operation's results, which include the recovery of 145 guns, 142 stolen cars, and the seizure of over 100,000 fentanyl pills. "It is

A Mora County employee is charged with criminal sexual contact with a minor, and officials there are not saying if he's still employed or not.

A man accused of shooting at another car while driving in northeast Albuquerque faced a judge for the first time Wednesday.

FILE - Cracked, dry mud makes up the riverbed of the Rio Grande in Albuquerque, N.M., on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Susan Montoya Bryan, File)

An Albuquerque man is accused of driving drunk and causing a head-on crash that killed a woman and critically injured her two children.

Heavy metal legends Mötley Crüe are bringing their "The Return of Carnival of Sins" tour to Isleta Amphitheater Sept. 13, 2026.Read moreMetal legends Mötley Crüe are coming to Isleta. Find out when you can get tickets.

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Police are asking for the public's help in finding whoever shot six ABQ Ride buses with pellet guns in the past two months.Read moreCrime Stoppers offers reward after Albuquerque buses shot with pellet guns

The 387-acre acquisition will create a “buffer zone” for projects compatible with airport operations, city of Albuquerque Aviation Department Director Manny Manri…Read moreCity purchases 387 acres near Sunport to shape airport growth, trade plans

RIO RANCHO — University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center has a new, goal-driven chief. Read moreSRMC's new chief talks future of hospital

President Donald Trump is accusing half a dozen Democratic lawmakers of sedition “punishable by DEATH” after the lawmakers called on U.S. mili…

Meet Leia! She has been waiting 91 days for a forever home so she is bursting with excitement to meet the perfect companion.

The film tax credit failed by one vote. It would have offered $95 million in tax credits for a new film production facility in the Las Vegas suburbs.

Winrock Town Center is set for some big holiday events they say are only just the start of a bright future for the area.

RIO RANCHO — Once Aaron Montgomery's students at Rio Rancho High School see the "Star Wars" posters adorning a section of his classroom, he hopes students ask about another one that might seem out of place.

Some teachers and parents worry that the law forces Christianity on students and believe it breaches the U.S. Constitution.

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 district judge dismissed the cases against two men charged with armed robbery and aggravated battery, accused of luring a man to a house over a debt in March, then beating him with a rifle so badly they broke his teeth.

New Mexico State Police officers charged an Española man for killing his friend in the Ohkay Casino parking lot after both had allegedly been drinking and snorting cocaine Saturday night.

The director and superintendents in Española’s Public Works Department will receive raises after the City Council approved a new pay scale and Memorandum of Understanding with the employee union during a special council meeting on Monday.

The Española Lowrider Association held a toy drive on Saturday, with the hope of collecting 1,000 toys. They came up a bit short, with 709 collected, so far. There’s still time to donate. Drop-off boxes are set up at the following locations: Dandy’s Burgers, Hacienda Home Center, Denny’s and…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Two crashes are backing up traffic on southbound I-25 in Albuquerque.One is just south of Coal Avenue.AdvertisementThe other is just north of Avenida Cesar Chavez.Two left lanes are blocked in the area.The backup is stretching past Lomas Boulevard.You can track the traffic with our maphere.This is a developing

The new marker now stands near the Pecos River crossing where the Santa Fe Trail once carved its way through the high plains of New Mexico. The monument’s red granite stone, quarried in India and shipped across oceans, was crafted and installed by Artistic Stone Carving of Capulin, New Mexico,

Roblox is implementing new safety measures requiring age verification for communication to protect its young users on the platform. The company tells KOAT it hopes this initiative will set a new industry standard across other apps.Roblox, which boasts 150 million daily users, can be accessed on phones, computers, game consoles,

Mary Martinez, center, considers what she will wish for before blowing out the candles on her birthday cake during a celebration in her honor at La Vida Buena Healthcare on Monday. Mary Martinez, center, considers what she will wish for before blowing out the candles on her birthday cake during

Albuquerque - On November 19, at approximately 7:31 PM, Albuquerque Fire Rescue was dispatched to 3408 Corona Dr. NW for reports of a possible structure fire in a single-family, single-story residence. Battalion 4 and 5, Engines 7, 17, and 18, Rescue 7, 17, and 18, and Ladder 1 were sent.

Rain and snow continue today before a storm system moves out of New Mexico tonight.Rain is likely in Albuquerque with snow possible in the northern mountains.AdvertisementDue to the chance of snow, a winter weather advisory has been issued for parts of northern New Mexico.Winter Weather AdvisoryA winter weather advisory is

EL PASO, Texas —Melika Olya, an Iranian asylum seeker who fled to the U.S. fearing persecution, has been released from an Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center in El Paso, Texas, after nearly three years in custody.Olya said she fled to the United States in January 2022 after protesting against

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A pig that led Albuquerque officers on a chase down an interstate earlier this month has found a new home after spending a few days at the Westside Animal Shelter.The 1-year-old pig somehow got loose on the I-40 and Louisiana off-ramp on Nov. 11, andvideo shows officers chasing

Do you remember the piggy perpetrator who led Albuquerque police officers through a wild chase on I-40?

A 1940 self-portrait by Frida Kahlo has sold for $54.7 million and made auction history at Sotheby’s in New York. Titled “El sueño (La cama),” the painting sold Thursday, surpassing the record for a work by any female artist. The record was held previously by Georgia O’Keeffe’s “Jimson Weed/White Flower

Albuquerque - Just before 8:55 PM, the Albuquerque Police Department received reports of a shooting near the Mister Car Wash at 2020 Gibson Blvd SE. APD was notified that New Mexico State Police were already on scene and that the victim had sustained a gunshot wound to the face. While

A new report touts some progress with New Mexico's juvenile justice system with fewer felony charges. However, over half of youth offenders reoffend.

Bear Smart Durango is urging city leaders to revise codes on how residents can protect themselves from bears.

Martin Aguilar, a 96-year-old man from San Ildefonso Pueblo, shares his remarkable life story, from growing up speaking Tewa to serving in the U.S. Army and guiding future generations."My name is Martin Aguilar," he said, introducing himself with a smile on a sunny November day at his home. "I'm 96."AdvertisementHe

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are attending court hearings and monitoring release centers to apprehend individuals after New Mexico jails stopped honoring detainers, according to a Target 7 investigation."(Detainers) are documentation essentially that ICE presents to local authorities saying, 'Hey, we want to take this person into custody.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The city of Albuquerque is seeking to declare Quirky Used Books & More a public nuisance due to a homeless encampment on the bookstore's property.The store, located on Jefferson Street just off Central, opened about three years ago. Owner Gillam Kerley said he has gotten to know some

Purgatory Resort is delaying its ski season opening due to weather conditions.

Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen says New Mexico’s court system is failing to keep repeat offenders off the streets, and he’s turning to federal partners to change that.

Albuquerque police are investigating a deadly crash involving a motorcycle in the northeast side of the city.

MORA — A stack of empty wooden pallets sat on a trailer outside the Mora County Courthouse on Wednesday afternoon when Orlando Martinez came looking for water. On…Read moreWater donations go quickly as Mora County residents learn of contaminated wells

This image of Pine Lakes Lodge is an example of modeling, texturing, AO/detail maps and collision (Xbox 360, 2007). Environment art by Holly Sheppard Holly Sheppard, senior world builder at 31st Union. Courtesy photo By MARLENE WILDEN Los Alamos Daily Post marlene@ladailypost.com When 21-year-old Holly Sheppard began 3D modeling a

New Mexico Tourism Department Acting Cabinet Secretary Lancing Adams, with Executive Director Jillian Rubio, center, and Board Member Lauren Winchester as they accept the ‘Outstanding Attraction’ award on behalf of PEEC during Tuesday’s 2025 NM Top HAT Awards Gala in Albuquerque. Courtesy/PEEC PEEC News: The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC),

State and local officials celebrated the early completion of the first phase of the U.S. 180 widening project Wednesday morning, but all involved said the work to obtain funding to finish the project from Hurley to Deming still needs to be done. New Mexico Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna joined DOT

U.S. consumers who have had their fill of protein-enhanced cereal and ice cream are about to meet the next big food fad. It's fiber. Market re…

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent After thoroughly pricing out options for both a complex retrofit of the current Grant County Courthouse at $24.3 million and constructing a new, compliant courthouse behind the historic building to create a “judicial complex,” a majority of county commissioners voted last Thursday in favor

The boundary of the East Downtown Los Alamos MRA Plan. Courtesy/LAC The boundary of the White Rock Town Hall MRA. Courtesy/LAC By KIRSTEN LASKEY Los Alamos Daily Post kirsten@ladailypost.com The two Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas (MRA) in Los Alamos County are just about ready to open for business. During an interview

A substantial 26.5% pay raise for Hobbs police officers — making them the highest-paid municipal force in the state — was unanimously approved by city commissioners Mo…

PEEC News: Celebrate the holiday season by supporting local nonprofits and finding unique gifts 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 29 at the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) Gift Shop inside the Los Alamos Nature Center. Admission is free, and shoppers of all ages are welcome. PEEC’s gift shop

A farolito at dusk at a previous ‘Lights of Gisewa’ annual holiday event at Jemez Historic Site. Courtesy/JHS NMDCA News: The community is invited to enjoy farolitos, Pueblo dancers, and Native art and music at Jemez Historic Site’s annual holiday event, Lights of Gisewa, 5-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Dec.

Those who intend to seek Community Development Block Grants for disaster recovery no longer have a Nov. 28 deadline to file their paperwork. According to the New Mexic…

Northern New Mexico Toy Drive powered by EXIT Realty Advantage NM volunteers, from left, Hunter Eaton, Becca Jones, Meredith Horner, Janet Lovato, Jonathan Zambrano, Lance Eaton and Sarah Nelson gathered on Friday at the drive’s headquarters at 1615 Central Ave. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com BY KIRSTEN LASKEY Los Alamos Daily

The Roswell Police Department (RPD) will be moving a significant portion of its operations into the building vacated earlier this month by the International Law Enforc…

If you're among those who believe the December 9 ABQ mayoral runoff election is beyond the reach of Republican Darren White and that Mayor Tim Keller will likely win a third term, you won't miss any polling in the race. But for those who think an upset lurks, the lack

SKI CLUB News: Winter is in the air! It’s time to think snow and join your fellow skiers and boarders to watch this year’s Warren Miller movie, Sno-ciety, 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 21, at Duane Smith Auditorium. Door prizes will be given out during intermission and Pajarito General Manager Jasen

LANL News: Per regulatory requirements, this email is to notify you that new documents have been added to the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract Electronic Public Reading Room. All legacy cleanup documents required to be posted after April 30, 2018, are available on the site linked above. For legacy cleanup

COUNTY News: In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, Los Alamos County government offices and services will join other federal, state, and local governments and close on Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28. The County’s administrative offices, senior centers, Atomic City Transit service, and the Environmental Services division are closed

Community Broadband Manager Jerry Smith By KIRSTEN LASKEY Los Alamos Daily Post kirsten@ladailypost.com On Tuesday, Nov. 11, Los Alamos’ cellphone and internet activity screeched to a halt – again. In the last 12 months there have been four outages with the same culprit, a cut fiber optic line. This time,

Manager Ted Wyka NNSA Los Alamos Field Office LANL News: On Friday, Nov. 14, the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) successfully shipped the fourth and final flanged tritium waste container offsite for permanent storage. The same day, NNSA and LANL released the FTWC Radioactive

COUNTY News: Los Alamos County invites residents, business owners, landlords, tenants, HOAs, commuters, and all others to attend a public meeting for a presentation of the draft Fleet Conversion Plan and Community-Wide EV Charging Plan. The meeting is 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building,

A mulberry tree adds some fall color to the Clyde Fulton Garden on a cloudy Wednesday morning near the Spring River Parkway in Cahoon Park. After a period of clear ski…

By MIKE DOYLE U.S. Air Force Veteran and Trial Attorney Los Lunas Every veteran knows that service doesn’t end when you take off the uniform. As a U.S. Air Force veteran and a trial attorney, I’ve fought two battles — one wearing a uniform and one in a courtroom. The

Lea County has a lot going for it in the burgeoning realm of data centers needed to meet the growing demand for computing power to feed the growing artificial intellig…

Samizdat Bookstore and Teahouse will host on Nov. 29, ‘Shop Local with Richard Scarry’ event. Courtesy image COMMUNITY News: Samizdat Bookstore and Teahouse invites the community to join the “Shop Local with Richard Scarry” event Saturday, Nov. 29 for a fun sticker-collecting exploration around town. Pick up a sticker booklet

New Mexico Veterans Richard Riekenberg, left, and Upton Ethelbah chat at the opening reception for ‘The Way of Art – New Mexico Veterans Create’ now showing in Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library. Courtesy photo STEP UP GALLERY News: Judges and viewers alike are wowed by the artwork in

Members of the Kiwanis Club and Key Club in September collecting aluminum cans. Courtesy/Kiwanis KIWANIS CLUB News: Members of the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos will be collecting and buying aluminum cans, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 22, in the parking lot of the First United Methodist Church

ROBERT NEAL COLYER Aug. 1, 1951 – Nov. 13, 2025 Neal Colyer, age 74, passed peacefully in his home in Westmont, Pennsylvania on November 13, 2025. Neal Colyer, beloved son of Harvey and Mildred (Stone) Colyer of Leary, Texas, was born on August 1, 1951, in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

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This UNM Lobo Coaches show talks about the recent win against Colorado State at University Stadium with a record-breaking attendance.

C’YA News: Small Actions = Big Impacts! Many non-profits are looking for simple donations of time, talent, supplies, or donations, which help them accomplish great things. The list of small organizations that accept the aforementioned donations can be found here. An example of an organization is Smith’s Inspiring Donations. While

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Is that really a ‘Super Moon’ shining above Ashley Pond Park? Actually, it is an artistically enhanced version of the Moon shining above the pond on Nov. 7. Photo by Steve Bublitz Read More

New Mexico had the fifth-highest payment error rate in the country last year for the food aid program, at nearly 15%, according to federal data.

Seats at the Wildfire Study Group, the brainchild of Sen. Pat Woods, R-Broadview, were coveted.

Efforts to make the structured literacy approach more embedded throughout the state have met with some pushback.

The Department of Public Safety will provide resources to families of missing people during an event Saturday in Santa Fe.

More than 100 years after the ruling that stripped Northern New Mexico communities of communal lands, the group is planning a buyback and revi…

The first major update in four decades, the code changes include affordability incentives and reduced parking requirements.

The state Department of Public Safety has estimated it will take more than four months from the day of a deadly shooting outside Madrid to pro…

Fewer Native Americans own their own homes compared to New Mexicans as a whole, and the state must help close that gap, members of the Southwe…

Republican lawmakers in the New Mexico Legislature are urging state officials to expand the scope of an audit into the state’s food assistance…

The Taos County Commission began the process this week to transfer the Taos County Economic Development Cooperation's Mobile Matanza and relat…

The 2025 New Mexico Infrastructure Finance Conference recognized tribal excellence at the Albuquerque Convention Center with Nations, Pueblos,…

The Taos Day School Parent Teacher Organization will hold its annual Giving Thanks Powwow, Thanksgiving Day at the Taos Pueblo Community Cente…

The Town of Taos Council approved a resolution changing the name of Kit Carson Park to Red Willow Park at a special meeting Monday (Nov. 17), …

I woke up recently to the sound of Spotty snoring. He is usually the one to catch me snoring. I am not sure if I am interrupting his sleep or …

Christmas tree permits for Carson National Forest are now on sale through recreation.gov, according to a forest press release. Forest official…

It is said that time heals all wounds, but for New Mexico’s hundreds of thousands of acres scorched by recent wildfires — and the catastrophic…

The New Mexico Department of Health is urging families to immediately stop using any ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula after the company …

The growing lack of healthcare access in New Mexico was center stage at a Bataan Hall last Thursday (Nov. 13). The newly formed Patient-Led Ne…

An underground plume of toxic chromium has spread from Los Alamos National Laboratory to Pueblo de San Ildefonso land, state Environment Depar…

Chilled wine bottles gleam softly inside new climate-controlled wine lockers at Hinds & Hinds Storage’s downtown Taos location. The locker…

The New Mexico State Auditor’s Office has formally referred a forensic audit report revealing alleged financial wrongdoing in the Taos Municip…

Cheryl Lynn MilesCheryl Lynn Miles was born in Louisville, Kentucky on July 8, 1962 and was raised by Chloice and Ruby Kathleen (O'Neal) Shofner in Lamesa, Texas.Cheryl lived so many lives in her time on Earth, spending the majority of it either crafting or planning crafts, and was extremely proud…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A vehicle crash closed several northbound lanes on Interstate 25, according to NMRoads website. Lanes have since reopened.Follow:Interactive traffic map from Traffic Watch 7AdvertisementThe crash happened near the Montgomery Boulevard exit at mile marker 228. The right two lanes were closed along with the right shoulder.Delays are expected

GRANTS, N.M. — The Grants City Council is set to decide next week whether apparent District 1 winner Dolores P. Vallejos meets the City Charter’s residency requirement, according to the Nov. 19 agenda and packet materials.The agenda lists a single determination item with four possible outcomes: (1…

An Albuquerque-based defense contractor acquired earlier this year, but that still maintains a presence in the city, has been awarded two multimillion-dollar contracts this month by the U.S. Navy.

BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – Late fall has settled in at Bluewater Lake, and fishing has slowed a bit as water levels continue their gradual drop.The most recent New…

LOS LUNAS, N.M. —A suspect has been arrested after a head-on weekend crash killed a mother and critically injured her two children.Richard Molina, 37, of Albuquerque, was arrested by the Valencia County Sheriff's Office. He was taken into custody after law enforcement found him speeding in the wrong lane and

LAS CRUCES — Another fatal incident involving young people and firearms has led to the arrest of a 16-year-old boy. The defendant, who was not identified because …Read moreLas Cruces teen arrested in fatal shooting at house party

An assisted living facility operator accused of fraudulently using a debit card owned by a former resident declined Friday to talk about the case.

William Jackson Street, 49, and Amber Alberta Seay, 34, each face more than two dozen charges connected to allegations of child abuse and child rape.

Hospitals, schools, courthouses, churches and worksites will be off-limits to Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents without warrants in Bernalillo County th…Read moreBernalillo County reinstates Biden-era protections for immigrants in new ordinance

Calling all young artists! New Mexico students in grades K-12 are invited to take part in the Art of Conservation New Mexico Fish Art Contest. Use your creative talents to highlight the beauty and importance of aquatic species, from the prized native trout of the Rio Grande to the colorful

The files must be released within 30 days, with some redactions allowed for ongoing investigations.

Jean Ann(Dawson) HardingJean Ann (Dawson) Harding, a woman who loved life and loved the Lord, passed away November 13, 2025 in Grants, NM. She was 71 years old.She was born in Meeker, OK. As a child, her family moved to Grants where her dad opened an office supply business. Jean

University of New Mexico freshman Aralyn Goldsmith remembers being a few hundred yards away from the dorm where 14-year-old Michael LaMotte was fatally shot. Gold…Read moreStudents, educators talk campus safety at annual summit. Here’s what they had to say.

A story on Page A-7 of the Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, edition about a lawsuit filed by a group of Santa Fe Fire Department battalion chiefs ove…

TBK Bank Re-Grand Opening

Keller & UballezIn the unlikely event that Mayor Tim Keller has to turn over the keys to City Hall to Darren White following the December 9 ABQ mayoral runoff election, he would not have far to look for someone to blame--rightly or wrongly. That would be Alex Uballez, the former

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Police are responding to a deadly crash at an intersection in northeast Albuquerque.A police spokesperson said it involved a motorcycle and another vehicle. The crash happened in the area Tiburon Street and Headline Boulevard NE.AdvertisementThe driver of the motorcycle died from the crash. The other driver was transported

This week's Athletes of the Week are the Grants High School Football Seniors, who were instrumental in the success that the team had this season. The Pirate…

The closest the comet will come to Earth is 167 million miles in mid-December.

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - Mayor-Milan Municipal Felix O Gonzales: 186 Votes Grants City Councilor District 1 Zachery T Gutierrez: 130 Bob W Tenequer: 81…

Albuquerque - Just before 9:50 AM, a stabbing was reported at 5701 Iliff Rd NW, which is near Iliff and Coors. Per the calling party, an individual was stabbed at least once, and the suspect fled south of the incident location. When officers arrived, they found a gruesome scene with

Albuquerque - On November 5th, 2025, 18-year-old Dominic Speer was arrested for felony drug charges and resisting arrest. A week later, he was offered a diversion plan by the District Attorney Office for Treatment and Case Diversion. Eight days later, he is charged with the murder of a man in

Lawrence Victor “Pete” PetersonLawrence Victor “Pete” Peterson was born to Lawrence H and Lucia Peterson on December 26, 1958. His career spanned from driller to entrepreneur, operations leader, and quality manager for utility-scale photovoltaic projects. By far, his most important roles were as a…

The man accused of hitting and killing a University of New Mexico Hospital nurse was rearrested Tuesday on a charge of vehicular homicide.

According to a press release, the new Marshalls store, located at 2150 U.S. 180 E. in Silver City, is set to hold its grand opening celebration this Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. “In celebration of its new Silver City location, Marshalls will contribute to the local community by

Samaritan House, a vital nonprofit supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness, is strengthening its collaboration with the City of Las Vegas, local law enforcement, and community stakeholders under the leadership of new Executive Director Michael Drumm, who joined the organization in October 2025. Since assuming leadership, Drumm has focused on

Robert Michael MartinRobert Michael Martin passed away in Gallup on November 8, 2025. He was 63 years of age. Robert was born in Grants, NM on December 21, 1961.Robert grew up in Grants, NM where he attended high school. He worked in the past as a Dj, security guard and

GRANTS, N.M. — The future of Chaco Culture National Historical Park and the greater cultural landscape around it is again in flux, as federal officials begin formal steps to consider revoking a 10mile buffer that has limited new oil, gas, and exploratory mining since 2023. The review has reignited…

Bernalillo County’s Democrat-controlled Commission has approved one of the most extreme immigration ordinances in New Mexico history — a measure critics say will jeopardize federal funding, compromise cooperation with federal law enforcement, and effectively create county-backed safe havens for criminal aliens. In a 4–1 vote on Tuesday, the Commission barred

The 13th Annual Española Valley Fiber Arts Center Fall Fiber Fiesta opens Friday night at the Scottish Rite Center, 463 Paseo de Peralta.

The revelation that the full grand jury didn't review a copy of the final indictment came during a hearing where Comey’s lawyers asked a judge…

The shelter is slated to reopen Dec. 9, though intake of new animals will remain suspended through Dec. 15 except for urgent public safety cases.

GRANTS, N.M. - At the National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, IN, on October 29-November 1, the Grants FFA Chapter returned home with numerous…

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Cobre Consolidated Schools Board of Education voted down issuing a request for proposals for consulting services for its superintendent search during its regular meeting Monday. “OK, it’s a two-two [vote], so it’s void,” President Gabrielle Begay said. Begay and board member Gilbert Guadiana

Teca Tu is holding a kitten adoption event and holiday gift shopping from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday with Felines and Friends NM.

Touro College of Dental Medicine Announces the Grand Opening of its Dental Clinical Training Facility and Albuquerque CampusNew Mexico’s first pre-doctoral dental educational/clinical facility supports first class of 100 students and provides affordable dental care services to communities across…

Preliminary state-wide data shows 4,016 new students are pursuing a degree this fall, up 3.6% from the fall 2024 semester.

Despite decades of promises and millions of taxpayer dollars poured into “rehabilitation-focused” youth programs, New Mexico’s juvenile justice system remains profoundly broken — and a new Legislative Finance Committee (LFC) report shows just how deep the failures run. While referrals to the juvenile system have dropped over the last two

GRANTS, N.M. - The Grants Cibola County School Board held a meeting on November 6 that lasted over two hours. Discussions included the fund distribution from House Bill 450 and consultation meetings.House Bill 450 Fund & DonationHouse Bill 450 allocated $1,426,504.00 from the Public Schools…

Pedestrians in the German city of Nuremberg made way for hundreds of bleating sheep on Sunday as a flock of the animals was herded through the center on its way to its…

Title: “small lives” Author: Gary Jackson Published: 2025 Publisher: University of New Mexico, UNMPress. com One of the Mary Burnett Christiansen Poetry Series ISBN: 978-0-8263-6842-3 Paperback, 139 pages“There is no friend as loyal as a book,” Ernest HemingwayPoet Gary Jackson lures readers into a…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - On November 13, I had the honor of attending Chicago the Musical at Popejoy Hall, and from the moment the orchestra struck its first note, I knew the night was going to be unforgettable.I wasn’t entirely sure what the show’s tone or style would be going in,

During my working life, dogs and cats just joined my household with no input from me. I’d walk out in the front yard to check the mail, and a …

A new report on juvenile crime says therapeutic solutions yield the best results but the state lacks capacity to deliver them.

The initiative, started by the International Women's Forum — New Mexico, has placed nearly 100 markers across the state.

Five of the nine agencies are tribal departments, whose courts are not subject to public records laws, making their use of the state funds mor…

The state Department of Public Safety has given itself more than four months to provide reports from a deadly shooting outside Madrid.

City officials say they are equipped to stand up 80 additional emergency shelter beds for the homeless during extreme weather this winter.

Michael McFaul, who served as ambassador to Russia under Obama, said engagement with the world is better than isolationism.

Linda Spears, who led Massachusetts' child welfare system for years, said many states face the same problems as New Mexico.

The big political news of the day is the U.S. House and Senate both voted to force the Justice Department to publicly release its files on con…

About $1.57 million has been disbursed so far, according to information from the department.

A group of seven current and former battalion chiefs allege they were misclassified as being exempt from overtime, affecting their pensions.

Duke Rodriguez only registered to vote in New Mexico 10 months ago. Records show he voted in Arizona for more than 20 years.

The shake-up could be significant for New Mexico, which relies on federal education dollars more than most other states.

Nineteen New Mexico schools are no longer designated by the state’s Public Education Department for poor academic performance after showing strides in student achievement and in improving learning environments.

TAOS — The Town of Taos Council voted at a special meeting Monday to rename Kit Carson Park to Red Willow Park at the request of Taos Pueblo, opening a new chapter in a decades-old dispute over the 19th-century frontiersman’s appellation ador…

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. Mora County’s fire administrator was arrested Monday after being accused of slapping a 15-year-old girl on the buttocks. Prosecutors charged 36-year-old Kristofer Romero, with a felony count of criminal sexual contact

RIO RANCHO — A youth robotics team with R4Creating, a STEM learning center based in Rio Rancho, is headed to a regional championship in Dallas early next month.

RIO RANCHO — A Santa Fe police officer is wanted in court for a domestic violence incident in Rio Rancho. Read moreWarrant out for Santa Fe police officer charged in RR

Santa Fe police urged residents nearby to shelter in place at the 1900 block of Hopi Road on Tuesday afternoon.

LAS CRUCES — Two Chevrolet Bolts comprise the fleet of a pilot electric vehicle car share service unveiled in downtown Las Cruces on Tuesday.

New Mexicans are leading bills in Congress to reverse a measure that allows U.S. senators to sue the government and receive $500,000 or more for subpoenaed phone records.

President Donald Trump is dismissing U.S. intelligence findings that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman likely had some culpability in the…

RIO RANCHO — On the same day Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull announced he would not seek re-election in March, Councilman Paul Wymer announced his candidacy for the seat. Read moreWymer announces candidacy for Rio Rancho mayor

Business executive and former U.S. ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman called for changes to New Mexico’s economy, education and health care systems at a luncheon Tuesday afternoon, urging state leaders across multiple industries to change the na…

Summers served as treasury secretary from 1999 to 2001 under President Bill Clinton. He was Harvard’s president for five years from 2001 to 2006.

SANTA FE — The number of youthful offenders referred to New Mexico’s juvenile justice system has declined over the last 20 years due to an increased emphasis on community service and rehabilitation.

Crews work on mulching burned trees in the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire burn scar on Feb. 1, 2023. U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) this week introduced three wildfire-related bills, including one that seeks to ensure local contractors receive wildfire mitigation work. Crews work on mulching burned trees in the

Most notable is one that would put the Department of Labor over some of the largest federal funding streams for K-12 schools.

It’s a remarkable display of approval for an effort that had struggled for months to overcome opposition from President Donald Trump and Repub…

El Paso’s largest credit union is looking to make a push into New Mexico, announcing this week that it has agreed to purchase Roswell-based Bank of the Southwest.

Nov. 2 Read moreRRPD arrest records: Nov. 2-8

RIO RANCHO — A man was arrested for allegedly pointing a gun at someone at Walmart. Read moreMan arrested for pointing gun at Walmart shopper

Meta has prevailed over an existential challenge to its business that could have forced the tech giant to spin off Instagram and WhatsApp afte…

National Public Radio will receive approximately $36 million in government funding to operate the nation’s public radio interconnection system…

In our Home for the Holidays edition, we visit a historic home on Ortiz Lane in central Taos, initially owned by the Ortiz family. Eliu Romero and his wife purchased

The Roswell Police Department has received a new armored vehicle from the New Mexico Municipal League, a nonprofit advocacy group that supports municipal government en…

The move comes more than a decade after the town renamed the park Red Willow Park without consulting Taos Pueblo, then rescinded the decision.

An 18-year-old was charged after allegedly shooting and killing a man in the North Valley before storing the body in his SUV and getting into a high-speed police pursuit Monday evening.

RIO RANCHO — One of the big questions for Rio Rancho's municipal elections in March has been answered: Mayor Gregg Hull will not be seeking re-election.

BERNALILLO — Bernalillo Mayor Jack Torres announced Monday he will run for a fifth term in 2026.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between November 11 and November 17, 2025: Alfred Duran, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply, Resisting, Evading or Obstructing an Officer (Arrest), Concealing Identity, Criminal Trespass (Posted), Littering, Violation of Open-Fire Burning Regulations. Jason R. Romero, Driving While License

Española police charged an Española man with non-residential burglary after he was reported to be squatting in an empty model trailer at the Española Mobile Homes lot on North Riverside Drive.

Reconnecting with old friends can be challenging. Many people are hesitant to reach out and fear being seen as a burden after years without contact. A psychologist and…

By SISCO AGUILAR Daily Press Correspondent The Gila was engulfed in flames by the Gila Trout Fire earlier this year, and although the emotional and physical turmoil is still being felt by many today, on Friday the Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce held a banquet at the Grant

Hundreds of motorists and pedestrians pass by the tile domed Chaves County Courthouse every day, but probably only a few people are aware of how one of Roswell's most …

Murder charges brought after victim dies

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Silver City Pick It Up — Toss No Mas held their last community cleanup of the year Saturday, honoring outgoing Mayor Ken Ladner. “I really appreciate the community members who do this,” Ladner said. “For the community members to dedicate a Saturday, that’s a

During their meeting on Monday afternoon, members of the Roswell Infrastructure Committee began weighing how to accommodate more commercial air flight passengers trave…

ALAMOGORDO — The Alamogordo Enchanted Quilters Guild’s meeting on Nov. 6 showcased a year’s worth of sewing by its members.

Calisthenics is an age-old form of fitness that uses little or no equipment and relies on body weight for resistance. It's making a comeback. In July, President Donald…

Storing food properly can prolong the life of groceries, minimize waste, and prevent foodborne illnesses. Experts say refrigeration is key but requires attention to de…

CARLSBAD — City officials said they found no wrongdoing after investigating allegations that Carlsbad Police Chief Jessie Rodriguez and Deputy Chief Eduardo Duarte cre…

The article on Nov. 15 with the headline "Holiday with Friends" should have included that it takes place on Nov. 22.

The developer has pivoted away from the slumping film and TV industry and is now eyeing tech companies to occupy some space at Aspect Media Village.

Applicants say a delayed rollout of trust fund dollars this year has put them in a lurch, with clients inquiring about whether they will receive aid.

Police allege 21-year-old Elias Tiberi was shot and killed by his friend Gerald Trujillo early Saturday outside the Ohkay Hotel Casino.

At least 2,960 people in Albuquerque on Jan. 22 called the streets or an emergency shelter their home, having nowhere else to go. Of that number, 1,367 people were completely unsheltered with no roof over their heads.

The report found New Mexico has worked to improve labor participation rates but has seen only minimal success.

The city of Albuquerque says a homeless encampment outside Quirky Used Books & More needs to be removed immediately, just two days after a fatal shooting outside the store.

The lawsuit says the 74-year-old city employee had a bad driving history and was in a car with documented mechanical problems.

The survey is open until midnight Wednesday, inviting trans adults to confidentially share their U.S. health care experiences.

Gallerist Doug Kacena says the recently renovated space he found for his new Santa Fe location was a dream come true.

A holiday market on the south side, new Chinese and high-end restaurants and more business notes in the Santa Fe area.

The Town of Taos Council approved a resolution changing the name of Kit Carson Park to Red Willow Park at a special meeting Monday (Nov. 17), …

At the Tuesday, November 11, Roswell Independent School District board meeting, Ashley Booth lobbied for handrails at the Wool Bowl for the safety of attendees. Many h…

RIO RANCHO — The Few. The Proud. The Masons.

The New Mexico Environment Department and the New Mexico Department of Health are warning Mora County residents about their groundwater after it was found to have high levels of metals. According to a Nov. 14 press release from the NMDOH, Mora County’s groundwater was found to have three metals in

CUBA — Cuba, New Mexico is getting support for emergency services from the county.

A traffic stop for no seatbelts and a stolen or false license plate led to felony charges for a Chimayó man and the recovery of a stolen truck by New Mexico State Police officers.

SANDOVAL COUNTY — Major roadways in the county could have more trucks on them than usual starting Nov. 17.

LA CIENEGUILLA —The garden beds are empty in José Villegas’ backyard, and the land where he grew even more corn and calabasas is a flat stretch of dirt. The La Cieneguilla resident removed his garden after the well water at his home tested po…

New Mexico State Police officers charged two men for allegedly attacking an off-duty Rio Arriba County Sheriff’s deputy, after he confronted one of them about speeding through a low-income housing subdivision.

SANTA FE — Michael Garcia’s days of going unrecognized while out and about might be over.

Editor’s note: Not all priorities were shared due to space constraints. The county resolution on this item has all priorities and details.

The year 2024 saw dismal progress in reforming the state Children, Youth and Families Department, a new report concludes, with more children than ever housed in inappropriate places and almost half of new protective service hires quitting in …

Three years after one of the most devastating fires in state history, members of New Mexico’s congressional delegation are criticizing the Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak claims office over its approach to compensating people who lost homes and live…

RIO RANCHO — “Why do you want to run for governor?” is one question Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman said he gets asked a lot.

A homeless woman, once reported missing from North Carolina, is wanted on a warrant out of Mora County, after she was released from the Rio Arriba County Detention Center and local charges against her were dismissed by prosecutors.

The Roswell Daily Record donated more than $100 in UFO merchandise for Sunset Elementary School's Stellar project. Students who won the raffles for completing their “m…

The Roswell City Council meeting on Thursday night lasted more than two hours, and they’ll be meeting again this coming week about some related matters.

Note: Updates will be posted as the week progresses

With winter weather certain to hit Chaves County in the coming months, yesterday's Operation Stand Down outreach event at Pioneer Plaza may have been especially timely.

ALBUQUERQUE — A new X post from far-left Democrat Mayor Tim Keller is backfiring spectacularly after he publicly claimed that crime is “trending down” in Albuquerque — a city that continues to rank among the most dangerous in the country and even in the world. In a video posted to

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A Roswell man was sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to methamphetamine trafficking and weapons charges stemming from a July 2023 raid on his Roswel…

The Chaves County Commissioners on Thursday voted to certify most of the results of the Regular Local Election, which was held Nov. 4.

RIO RANCHO — RiceARoni. Honey Nut Cheerios. Pumpkin pie filling. Bush's pinto beans.

BERNALILLO — Two artists in Sandoval County were recognized for their renowned works Nov. 12, as part of Native American Heritage Month.

BERNALILLO — Where does one go when they get hit with that “insatiable hunger”? Cheba Hut, that’s where.

BERNALILLO — Friday morning at Bernalillo High School served a plate of patriotism with a side of bacon and eggs.

Front page of the Nov. 11, 1913 edition of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Nov. 11, 1913 edition of the Las Vegas Optic. Hon. Miguel A. Otero, ex-governor of New Mexico, who came over from Santa Fe on Tuesday to cast his vote in Precinct 29 of

Solar power surging in Lea Christina Holt/News-Sun Lea County is shining bright as it …

Father Dale Craig, Pastor of St. Gertrude’s Church in Mora, extends his invitation to everyone to its Annual Función on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. The day begins with an 8 and 10 a.m. Mass celebrated by Father Dale Craig, Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity (SOLT), Deacon

Solar power surging in Lea Christina Holt/News-Sun Lea County is shining bright as it will soon have 10 solar farms providing nearly 1,600-megawatts of power, expanding the county’s role in renewable energy and diversifying an oil and gas driven economy. “Lea County is a great location for solar development and

Editor’s note: This is the first part in a series on the separation of dispatch resources between the city of Rio Rancho and Sandoval County.

A sculpture of a diving eagle catches the autumn sunlight Tuesday on a gorgeous day for a walk at Roswell's Spring River Zoo.

This past weekend the Roswell Daily Record attended the annual New Mexico Press Association awards conference. There were four categories in the competition: Weekly Cl…

Dr. André García-Nuthmann, at the piano, directs the New Mexico Highlands University Madrigal Choir during a rehearsal at the school’s music building on Nov. 6. Dr. André García-Nuthmann, at the piano, directs the New Mexico Highlands University Madrigal Choir during a rehearsal at the school’s music building on Nov. 6.

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.

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Governing Body did more at its Thursday meeting than just consider a possible rocket motor production facility.

The restraining order filed by a city employee against Española Mayor John Ramon Vigil will expire at the end of this year.

Rio Arriba County Sheriff’s deputies charged a Cordova woman for allegedly attacking her partner/caregiver with a cooking pan while drunk, although her victim is trying to get the charges dropped.

A story titled "1 Dead After Late Night Car Crash" that was published in the Nov. 13 edition of the Rio Grande SUN incorrectly featured a photo of a crashed car. The car was involved in a crash with another vehicle in a separate incident that occured at 9:30 p.m.

In one of the most brazen displays of political dishonesty in recent memory, Mayor Tim Keller has unveiled an attack ad against former Bernalillo County Sheriff and former Albuquerque Public Safety Director Darren White — an ad so flagrantly false that even a basic Google search exposes it as fabricated

It’s popular in Hollywood to follow the tax credits wherever they go, but that was never going to be much of an option for “Train Dreams.” When director Clint Bentley …

The U.S. Mint has ended production of the penny, a change made to save money and in recognition of the growing irrelevance of the 1-cent coin. The last pennies were st…

The longest government shutdown in history could conclude as soon as Day 43 with almost no one happy with the final result. Hundreds of representatives are preparing t…

Can a gubernatorial candidate with a 30 year track record do an ethnic rebrand to make himself more competitive?Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima, 62, is trying and comes with this eyebrow raising newspaper ad that for the first time identifies him as Ken "Gallegos" Miyagishima.Miyagishima has long been known

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A colorful aurora is seen in north Roswell in this timelapse photo as a solar storm made the northern lights visible in much of the country.

After forcing New Mexicans through the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, Democratic Rep. Gabe Vasquez is now facing fierce backlash for voting against the bipartisan deal that finally ended the 42-day crisis — and for voting against tens of millions of dollars in funding for communities across southern New

Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) for disaster recovery grants are still available but homeowners need to move quickly to apply.

Lubbock Air Force veteran Kevin Perry had a reason to smile this week.

People in extreme need are urged to attend this gathering

The Eastern New Mexico Medical Center's Senior Circle hosted a Veterans Day celebration on Tuesday to honor locals who served in the U.S. Military and their families.

On Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, New Mexico Highlands University and the Institute for Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Learning and Teaching, hosted a Youth Day event for sophomores, juniors and seniors from Roy, Springer, Pecos, Wagon Mound, Mora, West Las Vegas and Las Vegas City Schools spearheaded by Lorraine Martinez, former

After two tough seasons, Texas beekeepers have something to buzz about, thanks to favorable weather that helped boost honey production.

At the conclusion of KOB-TV's ABQ mayoral runoff debate last night one of the moderators said the "passion"of the candidates was appreciated. That was a courteous way of describing a hot under the collar confrontation that had Darren White seeming to jump out of his shoes. He went after Keller

The area near the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute where the remains of about 20 human bodies were found has been cordoned off and all excavation near the site has ceased, said a state agency official. However, construction has not halted in its entirety, and was only stopped in the

The Roswell Daily Record covers the entire 2025 Veterans Day Parade and ceremony. While we cannot fit every photo in print, the following are additional impressions of…

The Journey of Charles Matthew Prince

In a bizarre and baseless outburst, New Mexico Democrat Rep. Melanie Stansbury is accusing the White House of “covering up” President Donald Trump’s supposed ties to Jeffrey Epstein — even though no credible evidence has ever linked Trump to Epstein’s criminal acts, and years of investigations under Democrat-led agencies have

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Public Schools Board of Education approved class size waivers, additional library resources and a $10,000 donation to support school counselors and college and career readiness initiatives during a regular meeting Nov. 3.

Oct. 19Derrick Trujillo, 28, of Rio Rancho, was arrested for aggravated DWI/DUI (refused testing) and careless driving at the intersection of Unser Boulevard and Cherry Road.

SANTA FE — First-term state Sen. Steve Lanier of Aztec has entered New Mexico’s race for governor, saying he would bring a common-sense approach to the state’s top executive office.

RIO RANCHO- The Lincoln Middle School cross country team made history Oct. 17 at Rio Rancho High School, winning the first middle school state title not only for Lincoln but for Rio Rancho Public Schools.

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho got excited Tuesday about the faces behind the world’s greatest fighting force.

RIO RANCHO — “Have a car!” they said. “It makes life so much easier.” Scoff.

Check out the NEW ISSUE of Discover Taos Winter Magazine, where FUN, CULTURE, and ADVENTURE collide! Dive into breathtaking attractions and stunning photos that capture the magic of Taos.

This year’s Veterans Day Parade on Saturday had a distraction with onlookers and veterans cheering on the female and male members of the New Mexico Youth ChalleNGe, wh…

Lawmakers reconvened at the Capitol for a one-day special session this week to address concerns stemming from the ongoing federal government shutdown led by the Democrats. The Legislature passed House Bill 1 on Friday—a $120 million spending package aimed at protecting vulnerable New Mexicans from the fallout of lost federal

When US Senators Ben Ray Lujan and Martin Heinrich jointly endorsed Santa Fe mayoral candidate Michael Garcia it was a one-two punch for the city councilor who also secured other prominent backing on his way to an easy win last Tuesday.Flash forward to the December 9 ABQ mayoral runoff and

Prior to the bombs falling on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, current Roswell resident Gene Balderston was already a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. Balderston is origi…

The problems of vagrancy and crime have been rampant in Albuquerque in recent years. Above, homeless encampments can be seen outside the Main Public Library, which is …

On Sunday at approximately 11:30 a.m., New Mexico State Police officers responded to a violent domestic incident after scanning neighboring agency radio traffic. Offic…

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between November 4 and November 10, 2025: Dolores Salazar, APO Arrest Order. Felix Romero, Burglary (Dwelling House). Julianna Alderete, Aggravated Driving While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor or Any Drug (Refusal), Resisting, Evading or Obstructing an Officer

Reusable bottles get grubby no matter what liquid they’re filled with, so it’s important to clean them regularly. Water bottles pick up germs from our mouths when we t…

A power struggle over Nexperia, a Chinese-owned Dutch semiconductor maker, is impacting global auto production. The Dutch government has taken control of Nexperia, cit…

Rehabilitation of Roswell Air Center’s Taxiway Charlie — Taxiway C, for short — is among the items on the Roswell City Council’s agenda this week.

As the saying went, all roads once led to Rome — and scientists now say those roads stretched 50% longer than previously known. A new study combines information from h…

A burned work truck sits in front of a rainbow in July 2022 in Guadalupita, one of the towns hit hardest in the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire. The state’s Insurance Superintendent on Oct. 15, 2025 announced increased coverage for businesses struggling to get property insurance in high-fire-risk areas. Editor A

The New Mexico Legislature’s second special session ended after about four hours Monday, with both chambers quickly approving an allocation of up to $162.5 million to cover statewide food assistance through the start of next year in case it’s needed. Acting Gov. Howie Morales also swiftly signed the bill early

With a deal to open the federal government finally working its way through Congress, there seems little reason for New Mexico's lawmakers to gather in Santa Fe today. But the Governor jumped the gun, called them back and did not call them off so. . . About today's one day

SANTA FE — With uncertainty still swirling in Washington, D.C., New Mexico lawmakers took quick action Monday to ensure more than 460,000 state residents continue receiving food assistance benefits into next year.

A new report says 80% of disabled State of New Mexico employees have considered quitting because of difficulties receiving accommodations. The list of grievances including extreme wait times of more than a year, denials without engaging in the process, and inappropriate and discriminatory comments by supervisors. The union that represents

Republican state Sen. Steve Lanier of Aztec has officially entered the 2026 race for New Mexico governor, joining what is shaping up to be a competitive GOP primary field. Lanier, who represents Senate District 2 in the Four Corners region, announced his candidacy Thursday, promising to restore accountability and deliver

The New Mexico Legislature will return to Santa Fe on Monday, November 10, for a one-day special session called by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to continue emergency food assistance for roughly 460,000 New Mexicans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, which the ongoing federal government shutdown has disrupted. The

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The search for the next University of New Mexico president is underway.

Front page of the Las Vegas Optic from Nov. 2, 1992 Front page of the Las Vegas Optic from Nov. 2, 1992 For ten years the widow of Harry Houdini tried to pierce the veil that separates the dead magician from the realm of the living. Today Mrs. Beatrice Houdini

BERNALILLO — There is one week left to donate to the Sandoval County Treasurer’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive.

RIO RANCHO — The Cleveland and Rio Rancho high school marching bands have bragging rights at the conclusion of their musical competition season.

Taryn Schlosser plays a solo on tenor saxophone in the Beatles song “Eleanor Rigby” during a rehearsal at the school on Tuesday. The band will have a concert Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. at the NMHU Student Union Building Ballroom. Taryn Schlosser plays a solo on tenor saxophone in the

RIO RANCHO — Almost 30 years after Rio Rancho High School opened its doors, the school is in need of major upgrades.

“Flight” by Leota Brigida Harriman, mixed media and metallic inks on paper, is one of the pieces featured at Circa Gallery in Santa Rosa. “Flight” by Leota Brigida Harriman, mixed media and metallic inks on paper, is one of the pieces featured at Circa Gallery in Santa Rosa. Las Vegas

RIO RANCHO — The city of Rio Rancho will host a Veterans Day parade and ceremony Tuesday, Nov. 11.

SANTA FE — For the second time in two months, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is calling legislators back to the Roundhouse for a special session prompted by federal funding concerns.

RIO RANCHO — A teen arrested last week in Corrales Heights was detained for more than just holding a gun.

Editor UPDATE: At 4:15 p.m., the City of Las Vegas issued a statement saying they local police have "conducted a thorough check of all vehicles in the vicinity." The statement said that the area has now been cleared by LVPD and there is no immediate threat to public safety. The

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. Las Vegas City Schools and a former middle school English teacher are the focus of a lawsuit centered on accusations of sexual assault. Police arrested James I. Branch in February on

Keller and White There won't be much time to rest for ABQ Mayor Tim Keller and Darren White. Their mayoral runoff election is December 9 and their first joint TV appearance is already set for next Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. on KOB. That's not prime time but will

RIO RANCHO — One person was taken into custody by SWAT last night.

The New Mexico Public Education Department has submitted its final draft of a remedial plan following an April ruling that it has not done enough to improve the quality of education it provides to Native American students, English learners, s…

Mayor KellerSometimes you get a bit more than you wish for. That's what happened in the ABQ mayoral race Tuesday night as Mayor Tim Keller drew former Bernalillo County Sheriff Darren White as his opponent in a December 9 runoff election. BernCo results here. All state results here. Of his

CORRALES — Ghouls, ghosts, monsters, princesses, knights, inflatable unicorns and balloon crews. That was the sight at Corrales' annual Halloween night trunk or treat in the athletic field at the recreation center. The event was popular with …

President Donald Trump has nominated Republican former New Mexico Congressman Steve Pearce to serve as director of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the federal agency that oversees more than 245 million acres of public lands across the country, including millions in New Mexico. Pearce, a longtime conservative and former

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

Karen Schotter, financial advisor with Edward Jones. Karen Schotter, financial advisor with Edward Jones. I was born and raised in New York City where I spent much of my career on “Wall Street.” My career spans working on the floor of various exchanges to trading Precious Metals, Industrial Metals, Futures

Newly-elected Mayor of Las Vegas David Romero stands with members of his family Tuesday night. Former Mayor Louie Trujillo congratulates David Romero on his victory Tuesday night. From left: Ward 4 Councilor Marvin Martinez, Mayor David Romero and City Manager Robert Anaya celebrate Tuesday night. Mayor David Romero and Ward

SANDOVAL COUNTY — All 157 Sandoval County precincts are in, and the winners are official for the 2025 regular local election.

The following are the unofficial results of the Nov. 4 local election. All results will remain unofficial until they are certified. Candidates appear in the order they appeared on the ballots. David G. Romero - 68% (1,940 votes) Katrin Scholz-Barth - 29% (827 votes) Jaylene Marie Quiles - 2% (67

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between October 28 and November 3, 2025: Jonathan Baca, Aggravated Assault (Deadly Weapon). Melanie Moore, Battery (Household Member), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply (Two Counts). Mark L. Prichard, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Steven Quintana, APO Arrest Order. Kassandra Silva,

Across New Mexico in roughly half of the state’s 33 counties, voters will cast their ballots in the Nov. 4 local elections, deciding the outcomes for 997 contests, which include mayors and other municipal officials; hospital board members; soil and water districts; and various school boards. As of publication early

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Police Department alerted the community via social media at 7:10 p.m. Nov. 4 that a severe crash has closed down High Resort Boulevard.

BERNALILLO — Bond measures for Rio Rancho and Bernalillo public schools with a combined total of over $100 million in facility improvement projects were victorious Tuesday, according to unofficial Sandoval County election results.

Western New Mexico University’s former president, Joseph Shepard, is suing the university and several present and former state officials alleging that they conspired to “destroy his reputation” after he raised questions about a $1 million sta…

Have the ongoing ups and downs of the markets caused you some concern? Here's one way for New Mexicans to gain a bit more confidence: Sharpen your financial knowledge …

The Las Vegas Community Foundation’s Executive Director MG Salazar is pleased to announce the opening of the annual Community Grant Cycle, which began on Nov. 1 for San Miguel and Mora Counties. Local nonprofit organizations, local governmental entities, public, and nonprofit educational entities are invited to apply for community grants

Before she taught culinary classes at Atrisco Heritage Academy High School, Catherine Lind worked as a chef at hotels and restaurants across Albuquerque.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is once again heading overseas—this time to Brazil—for a United Nations climate conference, extending a well-documented pattern of globe-trotting that has characterized much of her tenure. The Democrat, who is now entering her final year in office and is barred by term limits from running again,

A newly filed whistleblower and racketeering lawsuit from disgraced former Western New Mexico University (WNMU) President Dr. Joseph Shepard has exploded into one of the most serious allegations of political retaliation and corruption in recent New Mexico history. The 75-page complaint, filed in Grant County District Court, names as defendants

For Maggie Aragon, a New Mexico woman who’s relied on federal food assistance for more than 30 years, the moment her SNAP balance dropped to zero was life-altering, she says. “When I heard, ‘Zero dollars,’ my chest went into my throat,” Aragon told KOAT 7 News, describing the fear and

A former top medical school applicant is suing the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, alleging the institution illegally rejected him on the basis of race in violation of federal civil rights laws. In a federal complaint filed Tuesday in the U.S. District Court for the District of New

Revenue that the Las Vegas City Schools make from athletic events has “gone up significantly” since the district implemented an app for its ticketing and concession stand sales, according to district officials. The increase in revenue is one of several updates that Superintendent Melissa Sandoval gave to the LVCS Board

As the federal government shutdown drags into its fifth week, vulnerable Democrat Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) is facing sharp criticism for what opponents call stunning hypocrisy — publicly demanding troop pay and food assistance even as he voted for the very shutdown that cut off those funds. According to the

As the federal government shutdown reaches 30 days, CNN host Jake Tapper pressed far-left Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D–N.M.) on her party’s repeated votes against reopening the government and the growing strain on federal nutrition programs. During the exchange, Tapper directly challenged Stansbury over Senate Democrats’ refusal to support measures that

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 far-left New Mexico lawmaker is facing backlash after unveiling a controversial website that allows users to track and report Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity across the state — a move that legal experts warn could border on federal obstruction of justice. State Rep. Marianna Anaya (D–Albuquerque) announced the

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is making national headlines again — not for policy success, but for unprecedented campaign spending. According to reporting by the Santa Fe New Mexican, Haaland has already raised a jaw-dropping $6.9 million since February in her bid to become New Mexico’s next governor. Most of

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SANTA FE — After several years of record revenue growth, New Mexico state spending has surged to an all-time high.

SANTA FE — New Mexico is moving ahead with a trailblazing universal child care initiative, but only after making changes to proposed rules in an attempt to address providers’ concerns.

New Mexico Democrat Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) is facing growing backlash after admitting during a Tuesday town hall that Democrats are using the federal government shutdown as “leverage” in Washington — a remark critics call tone-deaf amid mounting financial pain for American families and unpaid federal workers. Vasquez has previously stated

Mill levies, GO bonds on November ballot Denise Marquez/News-Sun In addition to the candidates seeking a variety of offices across the county, some Lea County school districts are seeking voter approval to continue funding mill levies and general obligation bonds to support their work in the coming year. Hobbs voters

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...

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 ...

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,...

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...