Southern NM congressman says conditions 'beneath our American values'

At APS, teachers say immigration fears are keeping students out of school

Contract termination stems from legal dispute over payment, according to the fire department

Prosecutors described woman's 2023 death as 'torture'

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

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

SANTA FE — Visitors to 12 of New Mexico's historic sites and museums will have free public Wi-Fi access after the state’s broadband office awa…

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

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

BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – The first week of April brought the kind of activity that signals the start of the warm-season fishing routine in Cibola County: campers…

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

In the far northwestern corner of New Mexico, San Juan County stretches across high desert mesas and long, lonely roads at the intersection of Arizona, Colorado and Utah. The landscape is vast and rural, shaped by oilfield traffic, scattered towns and rough terrain. To the east lies Rio Arriba County,

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

SANTA FE — Alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico dropped 23% between 2021 and 2024, the New Mexico Department of Health announced Tuesday as the state marks Alcohol Awareness Month this April.

SANTA FE — The agenda for the 2026 Next Generation Water Summit (NGWS) consists of 26 live sessions, including the debut of a track devoted to rural topics. The early …

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

Ya’ gotta break a few eggs Stone Elementary students learn STEM theory, practice with …

Plan anticipates a $35 million cut in operating funds

Suit alleges medical system fired disabled employee in violation of ADA

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

Wednesday will turn dry and warmer after some places in New Mexico saw rain Tuesday but that rain could return very soon.

No arrests made in shooting that occurred north of Old Town

Isabella's journey follows a harrowing year of cancer treatments

In what may be his final Holy Week visit before retirement, Archbishop John Wester marks Good Friday with inmates at the Penitentiary of New Mexico

We want to clearly inform our readers and our community that the physical office of the Cibola Citizen will be closing. This is not an April Fools’ joke. It is…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Homicide detectives are investigating a shooting in Albuquerque.Police said an individual has been detained after shots were fired. The shooting happened near Mountain Road and Don Gabal Loop NW.AdvertisementDetails are limited. The shooting happened sometime Tuesday evening, April 7.This is a developing story and will be updated as

In the April 1 edition of the Cibola Citizen, the baseball statistics listed on the sports page for Estevan Barela against Kirtland were incorrect. Those stats…

Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller on Tuesday signed an ordinance limiting federal immigration enforcement operations in the city.

The Masters returns with talk of a wide-open field, while NBA playoff chatter centers on the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

FY 2026 Silver City event sponsorships FY 2025 Silver City event sponsorships FY 2024 Silver City event sponsorships By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The first inklings of problems with the town’s longtime funding of event sponsorships may have come last fall, when the Chiricahua Apache Nation learned that the

30 passengers evacuated, a dozen injured

Governor's spokesman says pay raises necessary as some top appointees start leaving for new jobs

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

A local family has more questions than answers after someone hit and killed their loved one in a hit-and-run crash on I-40 East.

'Amount of water in the river is not sufficient to meet irrigation demand,' says Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District

The New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission is weighing proposed changes to oil and gas cleanup rules that climate advocates say would be a key step forward in preventing orphaned and abandoned wells. New Mexico’s Oil and Gas Act requires that state energy officials charge oil and gas companies for plugging

John D’Amato, a lawyer who spent more than 30 years defending Albuquerque officers and deputies, has died at 70 after a career devoted to law enforcement clients statewide

A public meeting is set for Wednesday night to consider changes to an 8.5-mile stretch of Tramway Boulevard in Albuquerque.

Torrez joins sheriff to encourage use of ballistics database

The family of Dominic Crespin, a photographer at KOB 4, released a missing persons bulletin for the 53-year-old man Tuesday night.

New Mexico health officials said a recent ‘pause’ by federal officials on dozens of diagnostic tests, including for rabies, poxviruses and various parasites, will not disrupt the state’s day-to-day operations, but could impact its resources for handling unusual cases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced on March 30

Police did not release victim's identity, details are limited

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —More than a thousand student artists are being featured in one of the largest youth art shows in the state.The Albuquerque Public Schools Visual and Performing Arts Department is hosting its annual Metro Youth Art Exhibit, featuring about 1,200 works from middle and high school students across the

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

Event fell one week after El Gallo Show in Hobbs

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

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

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New Mexico Renaissance Celtic Festival draws thousands to Edgewood

Mae M. LynchMae M. Lynch passed away peacefully at home in Prewitt on March 31, with family and loved ones in her presence during her final days. She was 80…

Prosecutors are seeking to detain a man accused of filming content with children and infants

Claims county has no authority to hold civil immigration detainees

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

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

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez drew a standing-room-only crowd Monday during a midday meet-and-greet at the Democratic Party headquarters in Farmington. During a brief stop, the congresswoman outlined her legislative priorities – immigration policy, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement oversight, the conflict in Iran and health care – while emphasizing

Sen. Martin Heinrich sharply condemned President Donald Trump’s handling of the U.S. war in Iran on Tuesday, calling the president’s threat to “destroy a whole civilization” both “unhinged” and a potential admission of war crimes. Heinrich urged senior officials across the Pentagon, the administration and Congress to intervene as civilian

April 7

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

City prepared to take the federal government to court if tested

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

An Aztec man who is legally prohibited from possessing firearms held two SWAT teams at bay for nearly 15 hours Monday, shooting at a police drone and a police robot before he was arrested. Jeffrey Schoeller, 61, was arrested outside his home on County Road 2842. Inside the residence, law

Board members issue letter to the public

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

Every two years, the state of New Mexico reviews a list of critters it considers either threatened or endangered from climate change, habitat loss and other factors. Currently, there are 114 species on New Mexico’s list. Of those, 55 are labeled as “endangered,” which means they’re at-risk of becoming extinct,

Notes and tidbits from Monday's meeting

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

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

New Mexico's snowpack is 17% of normal this year

ALBUQUERQUE — On Monday, Attorney General Raúl Torrez and the New Mexico Department of Justice’s (NMDOJ) Medicaid Fraud and Elder Abuse Bureau secured a minimum of 20 …

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

The Cobre Board of Education named two finalists in their superintendent search during a special meeting Thursday. The board unanimously named Verenice Gutierrez and Carla Spaniel after holding closed-session interviews with all six semifinalists over two meetings Tuesday and Thursday — nine hours total. Board Secretary Angelina Hardin nominated Jeff

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Drought and bark beetles are causing tree death in the New Mexico Forestry Division’s Socorro District, which includes Grant County. Long-term drought was a predisposing factor for the mortality event in the greater Gila ecosystem, officials said, with acute winter drought as an inciting

Dwight JulianDwight, Nov 6, 1945 - Mar 21, 2026, found a deep sense of freedom in life away from the bustle of busy cities. He spent countless hours working on…

City councilors hope to steer project to industrial area

Probe encompasses county management and sheriff's office

As a result, some federal criminal prosecutors have absorbed immigration cases

SANTA FE — New Mexicans can access free vaccinations, reproductive health services, opioid use disorder treatment, nutrition support and child…

Cecilia Thigpen MethvinCecilia Thigpen Methvin, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished member of the Grants community, passed away peacefully on March 29…

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

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

GRANTS, N.M. “Fear the Gap” was the name of the most recent track meet the Pirates participated in. It was held at Piedra Vista High School last weekend.…

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

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

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

Shaped by a tragic backstory, a local patrols Central to aid those experiencing homelessness and advocate for civic engagement

It is unclear if there was any damage

A Farmington man on parole after serving time for previous convictions was arrested Easter Sunday for allegedly stabbing another man. Anthony G. Yazzie, 43, was charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon in connection with a reported stabbing at the Dollar General at 309 E. 20th St. Farmington police

Nine-day trip marks Lujan Grisham's latest travels abroad as New Mexico governor

FARMINGTON – The Volcano Vista High School baseball team leaned on timely hitting and sharp defense to secure its first District 1-5A win of the season Tuesday, defeating Farmington 8-1 at Ricketts Park. The Hawks improved to 10-9 overall and 1-2 in district play, while the Scorpions dropped to 7-12

Officials for New Mexico’s largest electric company and the private equity firm looking to acquire it told state regulators this week that they stand behind their $400 million stock sale. Critics, including environmental advocates and the New Mexico Attorney General, had previously questioned whether the sale violated state law and

Author Douglas Preston, whose books have repeatedly topped national bestseller lists, will visit the Farmington Public Library on Friday, May 1, for a public talk and book signing focused on the real-life adventures and discoveries behind his work. Preston has written 36 fiction and nonfiction books, including 29 New York

Second death since landmark's sidewalks were closed to foot traffic, comes days after raised-railing designs released

City Council votes down proposal to enact instant runoff for municipal elections

Elk, cutthroat trout patterns are changing

Luis Sanchez, charged in the killing of a 4-year-old and the wounding of his family, is the fourth Metropolitan Detention Center inmate to die this year in an apparent suicide

Draft of upcoming budget zeroes out previous $13.5m appropriation for tribal college

GRANTS, N.M. – Three young athletes from Grants earned statewide recognition last month after strong performances at the Knights of Columbus New Mexico State…

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

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

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

Bans smoking, fireworks, campfires, open burning and gas fires on non-municipal, non-federal, non-tribal lands

ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico Gas Company (NMGC) reminds customers to call 811 before starting any digging projects. Accidentally striking a natura…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —I-25 in Albuquerque is back open after a rollover crash.The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office said the crash happened around 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 in the southbound lanes of I-25 at Broadway Boulevard.AdvertisementAll lanes of southbound I-25 were closed in the area and multiple people were being treated.BCSO

Albuquerque - Around 8:15 PM, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were called out to a shooting in the area of Mountain Road and Don Gabal Loop NW. Police were advised of a person with a possible head injury that was not breathing. Albuquerque Fire Rescue was also dispatched. Upon

Ya’ gotta break a few eggs Stone Elementary students learn STEM theory, practice with egg drop event Andy Brosig/News-Sun To the accompaniment of many cheers, a few groans and a good number of kerplunks, thuds and splats, students at Stone Elementary in Hobbs got a first-hand lesson in Science, Technology,

Before this latest world crisis is over New Mexicans may have to be treated for a guilt complex. The rising cost of oil--trading at around $100 a barrel--is going to contribute untold millions in royalties to already bulging state coffers, if the price stays anywhere near that level. Add in

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

More tenants revealed for the $150 million project as land sale crosses finish line

Albuquerque police detained one person for a deadly shooting that left one person dead Tuesday night in an area west of Old Town.

Dear Readers, On April 9, news organizations across the country will recognize Local News Day. It is a moment to reflect on the role local journalism plays in communities like ours and why that work continues to matter. At the Tri-City Record, local news is not an abstract idea. It

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A vehicle fire closed westbound traffic on Paseo Del Norte.The closure is just east of Second Street, according to the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. Significant delays are expected. Other drivers are being advised to seek alternative routes.AdvertisementNo one was hurt in the fire. The closure happened just before

Prosecutors don't believe Isaac Apodaca wielded the sword in the killing, but said he encouraged it and offered to help clean up.

State lawmakers hoped to close down New Mexico immigration detention centers, but the contract offers a workaround.

A new water rights lease between the city government and Leprino Foods Co. is among the agenda items that Roswell City Councilors will consider during their meeting th…

Mayor Tim Keller of Albuquerque has proposed eliminating nearly 250 city positions in an effort to save $35 million.The positions include 25 bus drivers, 12 police dispatchers and 39 teaching positions at community centers, which Keller's administration has labeled as redundant. However, Keller's administration says the quality of services will

NMDOT crews spent the day repairing a median that was damaged in the crash that killed a Bernalillo County deputy on I-40

American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad last week, has been released.

University of New Mexico police arrested a man they say damaged a dorm room at Laguna Hall and caused nearly $24,000 in damage on campus over the years.

Meow Wolf named former Facebook higher-up and former Epic Games executive Matthew Henick as its new CEO on Tuesday.

For some time now, delivering packages for Amazon has made them the U.S. Postal Service's biggest customer.It's been a great deal for Amazon, and it has been a big loser for USPS, whose overall losses just keep getting bigger.AdvertisementNow comes word that Amazon and the USPS have reached a tentative

A joint resolution under consideration by the city and the county would terminate a 2008 agreement for the 1,075-acre parcel.

Caiyus Gish, right, and Roean McLellan, both sophomores at St. John's College, practice fencing Tuesday at the campus’ student activities center.

New Mexico Republicans will have their hopes dashed if they expect independent voters to start bumping their numbers. Despite being allowed for the first time to vote in primary elections, a majority of the independents will likely choose to vote in the Democratic primary. That's the conclusion of our political

U.S. Reps. Teresa Leger Fernández and Melanie Stansbury called for the president's removal over the threats.

Two New Mexico state prison inmates are suing the New Mexico Corrections Department, arguing that current policies amount to an unconstitutional ban on books and other reading materials.

The Forward Party takes root in New Mexico this week. Can it make a bigger splash than the Prohibitionists, Greens and Libertarians?

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Protesters gathered Tuesday in front of Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, a familiar location for demonstrations, as tensions rose following the missed deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz."What would make me happy is a universal purge of the White House and the Pentagon. There's no reason

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A studio supporting artists experiencing homelessness in Albuquerque caught fire overnight.Albuquerque Fire Rescue said a crew responded to the Art Street at Healthcare for the Homeless on First Street NW for the fire. It started around 3 a.m. Tuesday, April 7.AdvertisementThe fire was in the attic space and

A joint city and county resolution sponsored an annual parade on Airport Road in Chávez's honor, but it may have occurred only once.

AZTEC, N.M. —The San Juan County Commissioners are fighting back at the New Mexico Racing Commission's Feb. 10 decision to transfer the casino and racing license from the SunRay Park & Casino in Farmington to a new racetrack and casino to be built in Clovis.In response, the county commissioners have

A spokeperson for the state agency confirmed that Deputy Cabinet Secretary Danielle Gilliam, 41, resigned March 30.

Meow Wolf has been without a permanent CEO since Jose Tolosa resigned last April.

RUIDOSO DOWNS — A $2.7 million sidewalk and lighting improvement project on U.S. 70 between milepost 260 to milepost 262 (from Ruidoso to Ruidoso Downs) began Wednesday.

While one candidate has the advantage, the race remains wide open with nearly half of Democratic primary voters still undecided.

Meet Ruthie and Stormie from Cross My Paws Animal Rescue and Gertie and Ducko from the City of Albuquerque shelters.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 31 and April 6, 2026: Lorena Gallegos, Aggravated Battery (Deadly Weapon) - Attempt, Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor, APO Arrest Order (Three Counts). Richard Daniel Conway, Escape From a Community Custody Release Program -

Republican Clay Fuller has won Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former U.S. House seat in Georgia.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —An Albuquerque daycare is dealing with thousands of dollars in damage after a burglary.AdvertisementEmployees at Busy Bees Childcare near Tramway and I-40 found a damaged gate, cut power, and their school van missing when they arrived yesterday morning. Police say classroom equipment was also stolen, including a TV

A fire damaged the Healthcare for the Homeless building early Tuesday morning near downtown Albuquerque.

Mayor Michael Garcia said panhandling at fast-food restaurants is part of a bigger issue Santa Fe needs to address.

Cloud cover and a higher chance of rain will persist Tuesday in New Mexico but the models have walked back some of the rain potential.

As construction begins on a taxpayer-funded abortion facility in southern New Mexico, pro-life organizations across the state are mobilizing in what they describe as a historic show of unity. A newly formed coalition of pro-life leaders announced plans to gather on April 10 in Albuquerque, bringing together organizations from across

Showers will wind down this evening before New Mexico shifts into a more active spring pattern with multiple chances for rain and thunderstorms.

With current fire and emergency services set to end in Edgewood this summer, people are urged to attend a special meeting on it Tuesday night.

Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, typically infects small children from fall through March.This year, however, the number of cases is significantly higher.AdvertisementThis has led health officials in most states to allow pediatricians and hospitals to give the vaccine to eligible infants and toddlers through April, according to the American Academy

With warmer weather here and a hard frost possible but not likely, folks are out digging in the garden and around their property, where there may be natural gas pipes underground.New Mexico Gas Company has already seen more incidents this year of people hitting and puncturing gas lines, which can

The Albuquerque City Council rejected a proposal that would've replaced the current runoff election system with a ranked choice voting system.

EDITORIAL - The Albuquerque Police Department has long operated under the rule that shifts are supposed to be at a 70% minimum staffing level. Now, likely due to the loss of U.S. federal funding, there are essentially no overtime funds remaining. APD has for many years depended heavily on federal

Tuesday is the final day to comment on a proposal to reopen public land near Chaco Culture National Historical Park to possible oil and gas production.

A New Mexico caregiver will serve at least 20 years in prison for the death of a woman with developmental disabilities.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The Tram is taking a break from its scenic ups and downs for two weeks of routine spring maintenance.The Sandia Peak Tram and TEN 3 Restaurant at the Peak closed Tuesday, with the Tram scheduled to resume operations on April 22 and the restaurant reopening on the 23rd.AdvertisementTram

Eastern New Mexico University has launched Feed the Hounds to combat local food insecurity by distributing organic crops grown by agriculture students. The initiative also partners with rural schools to teach sustainable farming practices.

Earlier Tuesday, Trump had threatened that Iran's “whole civilization" would be destroyed if it failed to meet his latest deadline to strike a deal.

Deb Haaland shared updates on efforts to address homelessness at Mesilla Valley Community of Hope (April 5), expressed concern over potential changes to Pecos River protections (April 7), and discussed education during campaign visits across New...

New Mexico lawmakers and leaders are reacting to a post President Donald Trump made on Truth Social, where he said a "whole civilization will die."

Anyone driving by 3601 N. Main St., where Antigua Cocina Mexicana used to be, will be seeing new activity. A familiar restaurant is moving in, which used to be in the …

The death comes as the state has begun moving forward with plans to install higher railings at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to prevent suicides.

Around $6 million in upgrades are coming to more than 350 miles of trails in New Mexico, encompassing 21 of the state's 33 counties.

While the data center's cooling system has taken much of the heat so far, the natural-gas-powered microgrids require the most water.

The New Mexico Forestry Division enacted statewide fire restrictions Monday (April 6). According to a news release, “unseasonably hot weather and dry fuel conditions” prompted the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Forestry Division to...

George Padilla, 44, a district court employee since 2013, is facing counts of aggravated DWI, reckless driving and assault.

Some local store owners have noticed a growing preference for physical media among some Gen Z and millennial customers.

Storms could bring large hail and damaging wind gusts to some eastern parts of the New Mexico Friday and Saturday.

Margaret Neill, Santa Fe's library director, joins the latest episode of "Conversations Different" to discuss upcoming improvements to the dow…

The buses will display poems created by participants in The Voice Project, a series of workshops poet laureate Tommy Archuleta organized for h…

City officials said earlier this year the recycling center on Lucia Lane has been plagued by illegal dumping.

The president of the Santa Fe Association of Realtors described first-quarter single-family home sales as "lackluster."

"Kimberly Goes to Business School" continues, with an experiment with a new scheduling model teaching the limits of AI.

Much of the incident was captured on video posted on Facebook, where it quickly drew views and efforts to identify the suspect.

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

The city is seeking a new operator for the space for a use other than homeless services beginning in January 2028.

Many residents in the Roswell area felt the ground shaking at 2:01 p.m. Monday. The magnitude 4.3 earthquake occurred 59.5 miles south of Roswell, between Artesia and …

Statewide order is the latest in a slew of fire restrictions in New Mexico as state experiences dry, warm spring.

The Artemis II astronauts are sailing through their record-breaking trip around the moon that already is providing unprecedented views of the …

Ukrainian officials say a Russian drone attack on Odesa has killed two women and a toddler. The attack heavily damaged an apartment block, wit…

New Mexico forestry officials banned prescribed burns, fireworks, campfires, smoking or burning excess gas produced in oil and gas extraction on state lands starting April 6, 2026, due to the state’s wildfire risk. New Mexico forestry officials banned prescribed burns, fireworks, campfires, smoking or burning excess gas produced in oil

A 46-year-old man faces several felony charges after the incident at Evangelo's on West San Francisco Street early Sunday.

Real estate broker and investor Joshua Maes recently was named Realtor of the Year by the Santa Fe Association of Realtors. He is a Santa Fe n…

Angelita Chacon of Rio Rancho pleaded guilty in a deal with prosecutors. Her accomplice, Patricia Hurtado, pleaded guilty to charges last year.

The governor’s travel to Madrid is being paid for by the nonprofit Friends of the National Museum of the American Latino.

That competitive contest for the Democratic nomination for Secretary of State is getting front-paged as opponents of Santa Fe County Clerk Katharine Clark try to tie her in legal knots by claiming that she has violated the law by repeatedly posting early and absentee election results before the official closing

Sheriff's deputies said 64-year-old Lisa Bransford was ejected from her vehicle and succumbed to her injuries from the crash.

Luján was honored for leading Senate Democrats in introducing legislation to prevent food aid from being withheld during the shutdown.

Residents of the southern Santa Fe County town plan to protest officials' move to end an agreement with the county for fire and EMS responses.

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is facing renewed scrutiny after traveling outside his district to attack a federal immigration detention facility in El Paso—a move critics say underscores his consistently open-borders posture and ongoing efforts to undermine immigration enforcement across the region. Vasquez conducted what he described as a “Congressional Oversight”

Defense spending is expected to see a major increase at the Department of Energy in fiscal year 2027, while science would see cuts.

SANTA FE — An email from the Governor's office states, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham will travel to Madrid, Spain today to participate in an educational and business outreach summit hosted by the Friends of the National Museum of the American Latino. According to the release, the delegation will examine more

Albuquerque - The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) sent an e-mail release to report the death of an inmate following an apparent suicide attempt while in custody. The individual has been identified as Luis Sanchez, 41 (DOB: May 28, 1984), who was booked into MDC on February 17, 2026.

A juvenile gray whale that swam 20 miles up a river in Washington state has been found dead. A marine mammal research group suspects hunger dr…

Albuquerque- According to an Albuquerque Police Department spokeswoman, APD homicide detectives are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred shortly after 4:00 a.m., on April 5, 2026 in the area of 400 Copper Ave. NW. The email said officers arrived to the listed address and located a deceased male. The male

On Friday, April 17, and Saturday, April 18, cleanup and beautification events across the state will be held as part of a Great New Mexico Cle…

Former Rep. Debbie Rodella hopes to regain her old seat after years of representing a corporation that targeted people in dire need of cash.

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued an expletive-filled threat to escalate strikes on Iran if it doesn’t open the Strait of Hormuz by his T…

The state Supreme Court's chief judge visits a Santa Fe classroom, a military-friendly designation for NMSU and more education news.

Legislators directed hundreds of millions to a new medical school facility, expansion of rural residencies and faculty raises.

A woman is claiming a deputy rushed to arrest her based on the incorrect assumption she was driving while intoxicated.

Sam Bregman is known as a tough-on-crime district attorney. But his work as a defense attorney contrasts his reputation.

Violations of the New Mexico Food Code are often corrected on-site during an inspection. Some require a reinspection within three business days.

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Ivy serves as secretary of the school’s student council and has helped organize events including dances and end-of-quarter celebrations.

“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” has scored the biggest opening of the year for a Hollywood film. Studio estimates on Sunday say the Illuminatio…

The Writers Guild of America and The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers announced the deal late Saturday.

Zelenskyy says Ukraine urgently needs more Patriot air defense systems from the United States as Kyiv tries to fend off relentless Russian aer…

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico announced this week that federal prosecutors filed more than 170 immigration-related criminal charges in a one-week period, highlighting the scale of ongoing enforcement along the southern border and in newly designated federal security zones in the state. According to

For years, the month of April was defined by "awareness," a national campaign to ensure the public could identify the signs of autism. In 2011, the Autistic Self Advoc…

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New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) cadets recently gained a rare and valuable educational experience as they observed a human autopsy at the Office of the Medical In…

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Representatives from architecture and engineering firm Stantec updated the public on priorities and heard comments and questions during the third and final Fort Bayard Revitalization Plan community workshop, held Wednesday at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center. The meeting consisted of

Trans Aero MedEvac is now providing patients that need transport to a medical facility outside of Chaves County with free transport. This service joins the existing ba…

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SANTA FE — New Mexico has launched a statewide multimedia campaign to raise awareness about two tools for reducing gun violence: free gun locks available through the N…

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent On Thursday morning, exactly one year to the day after Gila trout eggs arrived in the mail at G.W. Stout Elementary School, Keith Rogers’ sixth-grade science students released the fish they had raised from those eggs into Lake Roberts. “They are a very rare

SANTA FE — On March 24, 2026, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a new, voluntary label for meat, poultry and eggs. The “Product of USA” label is a voluntary USDA…

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City government officials have been looking at potential relocation sites for the Roswell Police Department (RPD) headquarters, according to participants during a meet…

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

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

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

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) on Wednesday filed a petition for a writ of mandamus with the New Mexico Supreme Court, seeking to immediate…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Two sizable initiatives will come to fruition in 2026 to benefit air travelers and overall airport infra- structure and operations. The airport’s new terminal opens in June, according to Town of Taos Airport Manager Colton Rapstine.Terminal:T…

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

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

Holy Cross Medical Center has been awarded a three year, $150,000 federal grant to expand its free Benefit Navigation program for residents of Taos County. The program, also referred to as Health Insurance Support, is designed to help individ…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Gene Torres Golf Course, owned by New Mexico Highlands University, will be the location of a new housing development aimed at addressing a local housing shortage. The Gene Torres Golf Course, owned by New Mexico Highlands University, will be the location of a new housing development aimed at addressing

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Twice a month, primary care providers from around New Mexico sign in to a video tutorial on opioid and pain management hosted by a five-member team of experts led by D…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Florence Lamb, left, and Alix Bjorklund, attended the third No Kings march in Santa Fe, NM, at the state Capitol on March 28, 2026. Florence Lamb, left, and Alix Bjorklund, attended the third No Kings march in Santa Fe, NM, at the state Capitol on March 28, 2026. As a

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Front page of the March 21, 1904 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the March 21, 1904 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. One of the greatest needs of Las Vegas is more modern houses in desirable locations. Among the citizens who recognize this need and who

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Earthquakes spike by as much as 700 percent in Permian Levi Hill/News-Sun The ground is starting to shake in the Permian Basin and those who live in the region are beginning to take notice even as scientist watch the number of earthquakes in the region skyrocket. The sheer number of

Hobbs boy surrounded by love after loss Chrstina Holt/News-Sun DALLAS, Texas — The 10-year-old Hobbs boy who lost his mother, Megan Runnels, in a fire last month is now living with the Cardona family in the Dallas, Texas, area – a decision made by his mother in her final moments.

Gallegos makes ballot for Lt. Gov. Levi Hill/News-Sun Sen. David Gallegos, R-Eunice, made the ballot for the June primary in the race for New Mexico’s next Lt. governor, facing off against two other Republican candidates. Gallegos needed, 2,351 nomination signatures by Tuesday. He told the News-Sun he had more than

Permian Basin in dire need of power Levi Hill/News-Sun The Delaware Basin of Southeast New Mexico is starving. Every economic development opportunity that could possibly come to New Mexico — from nuclear facilities, including upgrades at Urenco USA, to data centers — all need one thing: Power. And it is

Turning investment into impact: Reflecting on JF Maddox Foundation’s 2025 funding initiatives From past experiences, we know when we work together and form meaningful partnerships, our community thrives. 2025 was no exception. This past year, the JF Maddox Foundation had the honor to collaborate with community partners across the county

NMJC to buy former hospital building for $1.75 million Levi Hill/News-Sun Pending an environmental study and approval from the New Mexico Higher Education Department, New Mexico Junior College will soon be the owners of the former Lea Regional Medical Center campus. NMJC Board of Directors voted unanimously Thursday to approve

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

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

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

When Rosalva Zuniga spoke at a recent Deming Rotary Club meeting, she never thought her words would spread like wildfire. Transplanted from San Diego,...

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

Two Deming City Council members made a final appearance as members of the council at Tuesday’s regular meeting at City Hall. Irmaisela Rodriguez, the ...

Two new recruits have received badges and are ready to serve and protect. Yeimi Bustos and Ryan Gigante come from different backgrounds, but have a co...

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

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

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 ...

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

With the weather getting chilly, one program at Red Mountain Middle School has partnered with the local Elks lodge to kick off their second annual coa...

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

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,...

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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