More than 11% of Socorro County registered voters cast their ballot during the first week of absentee and early voting.

The County Livestock Loss Authority meeting held at the Socorro County Annex building on Wednesday did not proceed due to lack of votes to approve the agenda.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The birds put on a great show Saturday morning at Lake Roberts, delighting the nearly 20 people who gathered at the boat dock for a tour with the Bird Alliance of Southwestern New Mexico. The group, led by Western New Mexico University student Devyn

On October 25, at 11:35 a.m. New Mexico State Police reported discovering 27 individuals who were being held against their will inside a white panel van on Interstate 25 at milepost 146.

“So as Gene Hackman said in the movie Hoosiers…the team and I have been getting to know each other the last month and a half. And thus far, it’s been really good,” said Socorro County’s new Manager and former Socorroan Andrew Lotrich.

The 2024 Pie Town Festival featured some furious pie eating and loads of fun for all.

Early voting has reached a new high in Socorro County. Read moreBREAKING NEWS: Early voting topples 40 percent in Socorro County

After a nearly two-decade long legal battle, Judge Roscoe Woods of the Seventh Judicial District Court filed a final order in the San Agustin Plains water court case.

Tri-State’s Senior Government Relations Advisor Vince Martinez took an opportunity last week to update Socorro County Commissioners on the company’s status of leading member-led cooperative in New Mexico.

The Hurley Town Council approved appointments to several key positions in municipal government at Tuesday night’s regular meeting, and also dealt with additional turnover in town staff. The town did not have to go far to find a new police chief nor a new town clerk. By unanimous votes, the

The annual Veterans Day ceremony in Socorro County will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, at Isidro Baca Park, which flanks Socorro’s historic plaza.

SUSPENEDED LICENSE – Paul A. Torres, 35, of Socorro, was charged with driving while license was suspended and revoked following an incident that occurred at 8 pm.… Read moreSocorro Police Blotter

A meeting to address law enforcement response and transparency between Socorro County, the Village of Magdalena, and three law enforcement agencies is in the works.

An orientation to the Opioid Remediation Collaborative (ORC) was presented by Shauna Hartley, ORC consultant, on October 29 at the Socorro convention center during the LC7 Mental Health Retreat.

A variety of concerns arose, sparking arguments among the public at the Highway 60 public meeting last week at the Socorro Convention Center.

Local investors looking to meet the growing housing demand for aging adults were thwarted last week when neighbors objected to the owner’s request for a special u… Read moreApplicant pulls request for special use permit

The Socorro County Commissioners heard a presentation in support of salary raises for elected officials at its meeting on Oct. 8.

County Commissioner Ray Martinez expressed concern of rising crime and for the safety of the village of Magdalena at last week’s county meeting.

A letter from Socorro Schools superintendent Aubrey Tucker was sent to parents on Thursday, Oct 3, regarding an incident that occurred at Socorro High School during a middle school football game on Wednesday.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff As children waved flags, sang patriotic songs and recited the preamble to the Constitution during Thursday’s Veterans Day program at Cliff Schools, another symbol honoring veterans hung in a corner of the lobby, escaping the attention of many. The flag drew the attention of

Not a single person from the public attended a recent public hearing on September 26 to protest proposed rate increases for water, sewer, gas and trash increases. Read moreSocorro City Council approves utility rate increases

By 2025, rural electric cooperatives in New Mexico must have at least 40% renewable energy. By 2030, the utilities must have at least 50% renewables. And by 2050, electric co-ops should — if possible — have 80% renewables.

Socorro Electric Cooperative’s (SEC) noncompliance with the state’s Public Regulation Commission (PRC) entered new territory last week. It’s a territory PRC Commissioner Gabriel Aguilera said could “hold meaningful precedent” because it is a …

One couldn’t help but feel the frustration emulating from Socorro City Council’s faces when two of its police officers resigned after serving just over a year on the Socorro Police force.

By BILLY ARMENDARIZ Deming Headlight It has been more than a year since a Luna County Sheriff’s Office patrol unit crashed into a Nissan sedan driven by Isabella Hernandez, claiming the life of her 14-month-old son, Wyatt Franzoy. After three months of negotiation, the Luna County Board of Commissioners approved

The New Mexico State Auditor’s Office has found more than $360,000 in what it determined to be wasteful spending and improper use of funds at Western New Mexico University over a five-year period, according to a letter of concern sent to the WNMU Board of Regents on Monday. The letter,

On September 23 Augustin Plains Ranch, LLC appealed the Final Order Granting New Mexico State Engineer’s Motion for Summary Judgment. The judgment upheld the denial of the application to pump 54,000 acre-feet of water a year from the San Agus…

The Local Emergency Planning Committee of Socorro County voted to create an active shooter drill committee that would include representatives from Socorro schools, the hospital, local law enforcement, fire departments and other stakeholders.

Mark Mercer, Socorro County Fire Marshal, resigned at Tuesday's county board meeting.

The Socorro Sheriff’s Department recovered dozens of fentanyl pills, methadone, and synthetic urine from a truck involved in the head-on collision that caused two fatalities on Highway 60 on August 14.

Socorro County Sheriff Lee Armijo has confirmed the two children from Magdalena who were reported missing have been located and are okay.

Several area Snappy Marts and a French restaurant in Silver City were approved for liquor licenses in recent public hearings by the Silver City Town Council. In a meeting Friday morning, the council conducted a hearing for an application to transfer a dispenser liquor license to Fast Stop Management of

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Five months after the train derailment in Socorro on March 25, an accident report has been made available by the Department of Transportation.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Grant County veterans and community members gathered Monday to honor those who served their country in the American Legion’s annual Veterans Day ceremony. The featured speaker was Clarissa Sierra, veteran service officer with the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services. A Silver City native,

On Veterans Day, community members gathered at Isidro Baca Park to honor, recognize and express their gratitude to the veterans who have served our nation. The ev… Read moreHonoring those who served on Veterans Day

The RISE welding program, a career tech class part of an inmate rehabilitation program, was temporarily halted last week but reinstated with a 5-0 vote on an Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Socorro School district’s Monday meeting.

The Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education took its first step last week toward issuing bonds for a new Cliff school. In a short, early morning meeting Friday, the board unanimously approved a bond resolution setting parameters for the sale of the first $7 million of the $25 million general

The County Livestock Loss Authority Board voted in new officers on Monday. However, due to a potential violation of the Meeting Opening Act and a pending ruling by the Ethics Commission, it’s unclear if the election will be official.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The Silver City Town Council approved an ordinance at its regular meeting Tuesday designed to give the town more control over retail marijuana stores downtown. The ordinance, which amends part of the Land Use Code regulating cannabis businesses, was approved by a vote of

A celebration of Hispanic heritage, including the ever-popular chancla toss, returns Saturday to historic Fort Bayard. Santa Clara’s eighth annual Tamal Fiesta y Más will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m at the historic site just north of Santa Clara. To give more space for the event, the fiesta

Amendment 4 on the November ballot could affect 300 plus county elected officials throughout the state of New Mexico.

Big news was delivered last week to the Forget Me Not (FME)Veterans Park, a New Mexico non-profit organization providing housing and comprehensive support for homeless veterans.

New Mexico’s oldest weekly newspaper was named the ‘best’ small weekly newspaper in the state during the New Mexico Press Association’s convention, conducted Saturday evening at the Clyde Hotel in Albuquerque.

The Taxation and Revenue Department has scheduled delinquent property tax auctions in Socorro, San Juan, Taos and Sandoval Counties.

Magdalena residents voiced their concerns about the Magdalena Marshal’s Department at the October 14 regular Magdalena Village meeting.

Assistant Director for New Mexico Operations of the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) Trish Henning, Pd.D., had exciting news for Socorro County Commissioners during its meeting last week.

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Legacy Ranch Shooting Range had its Grand Reopening Nov. 16 at its Edgewood location after rescheduling due to 18 inches of snow from the recent blizzard. The event attracted not only old customers but also

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. A human trafficking presentation from Albuquerque organization For the One highlighted the importance of prevention for the state during Edgewood’s town hall meeting Nov. 12. For the One, an action-based child sexual exploitation and sex

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. An Estancia woman is facing six felony charges including criminal sexual penetration of a minor and child solicitation by electronic communication device while she was working as a substitute teacher at Estancia High School. Estancia

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Even though 140 absentee ballots were mailed in October without a return address, Torrance County Clerk Linda Jaramillo said the missing labels did not impact validity, and counting them was no issue. They were inspected

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Fire crews for the Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands (NF & NG) successfully completed a total of 12 acres of pile burning prescribed fire ignitions Nov. 17 within the 34 acres of the previously

Places in New Mexico will see lots of sunshine Wednesday but temperatures will be below average for most of us.

One of the lamp posts in downtown Roswell outfitted with a Santa hat and ribbon. Each year, volunteers for MainStreet Roswell decorate the lamp posts — a sign that the…

Dennis Roch, now-superintendent of Logan Municipal Schools, succeeds Vincent Torres as the Senate Republicans' chief of staff.

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Submitted by NM Voices for Children New Mexico’s child poverty rate is either the highest in the nation or better than the national average – depending on which poverty measurement is used. Both poverty rates

BERNALILLO — The 13th Judicial District Court has had a leaking roof for some time, and Sandoval County Commissioners unanimously approved construction to fix and… Read moreCommission approves courthouse improvements; district and magistrate to be consolidated

30-year-old Deana Marie Harry was booked early Monday morning. Correctional officers found her in distress just before 9 p.m. Monday.

New Mexico United is looking for a new head coach after United reached an agreement with FC Dallas on a buyout of his contract.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Patrick Allen's departure in a news release Wednesday but offered no reason.

Families are counting each penny to get everything for a Thanksgiving meal but it may not add up to include dessert so metro bakeries want to help.

The Sandoval County Sheriff's Office is getting more than a million dollars to chip away at a backlog of felony warrants.

The New Mexico School for Media Arts in Albuquerque had to go on lockdown after a woman reportedly broke in Tuesday.

BERNALILLO, N.M. — Federal law enforcement arrested a man from Colorado wanted for several child sex crimes.Zachary Baca is charged with child sexual assault, indecent exposure and child prostitution. The U.S. Marshals Service found Baca was traveling through New Mexico in its investigation. Advertisement Your neighborhood: Local news from KOAT

Attorneys general from 31 states and the District of Columbia sent a letter to Congress urging them to pass the Kids Online Safety Act.

Deputies are investigating after a vehicle hit and killed someone Tuesday night near Atrisco Heritage Academy High School.

A suspected sex offender from Colorado is in jail here in New Mexico after U.S. marshals said they caught him last week.

Community leaders met with New Mexico Highlands University president Dr. Neil Woolf to discuss the future of the school’s natatorium late last month at Woolf’s campus office. “We’re going through a process of … finding options,” Woolf said regarding the pool. Options include a possible new recreation center that will

Now that the 2024 U.S. presidential election is over, what could the housing market look like under the new Trump administration?

An Albuquerque man was arrested after the shooting death of a 23-year-old man outside Las Vegas, New Mexico, on Friday. Read moreMan accused of fatally shooting man at northern NM party

San Francisco-based Spin Scooters delivered the first batch about seven weeks ago, and company leaders say Burqueños knew exactly what to do with them.

New Mexico State Police arrested a suspect accused of killing someone and wounding another person in a shooting at a house party Friday.

Hutchins’ mother refused to attend, saying the premiere was an attempt by Baldwin to “unjustly profit” from her daughter’s death.

Posted inNews Answer to the City’s Poop Problems? by City Desk ABQ 15 hours agoNovember 19, 2024 By Damon Scott, City Desk ABQ Albuquerque and many other U.S. cities have a serious problem: Thousands of people experiencing homelessness need a place to use the bathroom when they’re not in a

TORUN, Poland – Alec Baldwin’s Western “Rust” had its world premiere Wednesday at a film festival in Poland with a dedication to cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was fatally shot in an accident on the set three years ago. Organizers called for a minute of silence before showing the film, which

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By LISA JIMENEZ Daily Press Correspondent Award-winning wood carver Jesse Ochoa’s stylized, Indigenous-inspired artworks are now featured in the annual Arte Chicano exhibit at the Silver City Museum’s Besse-Forward Gallery through Dec. 29, alongside his photographs of the Crown Dance, an Apache ceremonial dance for healing and protection of the

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff If all goes well, the Silver Consolidated School District could be preparing for construction of a new building for Cliff Schools this time next year. With the Board of Education’s regular meeting taking place at Cliff Schools on Monday, Superintendent William Hawkins and board

U.S. Sen Martin Heinrich continued the New Mexico congressional delegation’s push to compensate victims of the state’s biggest-ever wildfire Wednesday, questioning the Federal Emergency Management Agency administrator about why people who lost everything are still waiting two years later. The Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Claims Office, which FEMA oversees, is in

Paul Begay, Anne Curley, Ella Mae Begay and Everett Charley are the names of only a handful of Navajo people missing that Navajo Nation Council Delegate Eugenia Charles-Newton shared as she addressed a congressional committee hearing on Missing and Murdered Indigenous People. “These are a few of the names I

Los Alamos County Council proclaims Dec. 3 as Giving Tuesday. Local nonprofit organizations accept the proclamation and encourage the community to support the Los Alamos Gives campaign at LosAlamosGives.org. Courtesy/LACF LACF News: Coordinated by the Los Alamos Community Foundation (LACF), local nonprofit organizations are banding together for a community-wide event

Volunteers decorate the street lamps in downtown Roswell on Saturday for the Christmas season.

PEEC News: The community is invited to join the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 at Los Alamos Nature Center for Small Business Saturday! This is a wonderful opportunity to support local businesses featured in the gift shop, find unique treasures for those

FARMINGTON – Navajo Prep athletic director and girls basketball head coach Rainy Crisp, as always it seems, has a lot on her plate. And from the looks of things, she wouldn’t have it any other way. In addition to coordinating athletic events and assisting other coaches at the school, Crisp

GRANTS, N.M. – Continental Divide Electric Cooperative is pleased to announce its governing board has approved the retirement of $1,727,225 in capital credits…

Aggies return to action on Nov. 23 at Middle Tennesse for final road game of the seasonCOLLEGE STATION, Texas – NM State (2-8, 1-5 CUSA) was outmatched on Saturday evening at Kyle Field as Texas A&M (8-2, 5-1 SEC) defeated the Aggies 31-0.In the game, Texas A&M managed scoring drives

Mental health issues are very real across our state, especially around the holiday season. Now, people in the Four Corners have a place to turn for help.

GRANTS, N.M. – After months of delays from the New Mexico Public Education Department, student results from the 2023-2024 school year annual test have been released, showing a slight increase in student results at the Grants-Cibola County Schools that still trails the state.Results show that GCCS…

A union representing graduate student workers at the University of New Mexico is demanding that the institution stop forcing transgender students to use their deadnames in internal systems, including email and course registration. The group, known as United Graduate Workers at UNM, started distributing a petition calling on the school

New Mexico House Republicans made history over the weekend by electing the first woman to lead their caucus.

The aggravated battery with a deadly weapon case against a Bloomfield man accused of slitting his infant daughter’s throat in 2021 was dismissed Nov. 13 in Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court. Joseph Bresch, 38, was arrested and charged Sept. 12 after an alleged domestic dispute with his girlfriend Audrey Melton in

On Thursday and Friday, Nov. 21 and 22, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. a ‘Charity Bowl Sale’ will be held at the Henderson Fine Arts Center in the 9000 meeting rooms. Student crafted bowls will be sold for $10, and each purchased bowl comes with a free fill-up of

Scientist at work in onsite lab. Courtesy/UbiQD Quantum dots glowing with various colors in vials. Courtesy/UbiQD UbiQD News: UbiQD, Inc., the New Mexico-based leader in quantum dot (QD) technology and manufacturing, announced today a new technology assistance award with Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) under the Technology Readiness Gross Receipts

Daily Postcard: Moonrise over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains viewed Thursday night from Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by Jonathan Dowell / instagram.com/SnowyEgretPhotography Read More

CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, New Mexico – Over a New Mexico training range named the Hornet, two Osprey aircraft speed 100 feet off the ground, banking hard over valleys and hills as they close in on a dusty landing zone. A flight engineer in the back braces a .50-caliber machine

Festival of the Wreaths Roberta's PlaceRoberta’s Place 21st annual Festival of Wreaths fundraiser – November 22, at 1601 E. Roosevelt Ave.To purchase a $20.00 ticket to our event, call us at 505-285-1434 or come into our office at 807 E Roosevelt Ave.Live music! Photo Booth! Dinner and dessert!…

UCLA News: “Kiss The Ground” movie and discussion night is 6-8:30 p.m., Nov. 22 at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos (UCLA), 1738 North Sage Loop St. The community is invited to watch a movie which offers viable Solutions to the Climate Crisis. Watch activists, scientists, farmers and politicians turn

About 75 city and county residents attended the recovery town hall at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell (ENMU-R) on Wednesday evening.

From left, LAPS Superintendent Jennifer Guy, LAPS Liaison for Native American Students and Families Julie Dare and LAPS Native American Student Support Specialist Jovita Mowrer present a resolution in support of Native American Heritage Month, which the school board unanimously adopted at the Nov. 12 meeting. Courtesy/LAPS LAPS News: The

A new agreement allows the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District to store water in Abiquiu Reservoir for up to 10 years as work continues on El Vado Dam. One reason that the Rio Grande in the Albuquerque area has experienced drying trends over the past couple of years is that

As the holiday season approaches, Grants and Cibola County residents have an opportunity to make a powerful impact on our community by participating in Shop…

NMSOP News: ALBUQUERQUE – A New Mexico patient advocacy group named Safety Over Profits (NMSOP.org), released a powerful and first-of-its-kind report Monday on the healthcare crisis in New Mexico. Ezra Spitzer, a patient advocate, explains, “Corporate interests are proposing corporate-driven solutions that harm patients in the name of increasing corporate

Transgender women will not be permitted to use women’s restrooms in parts of the U.S. Capitol complex, House Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday, following some House Republicans’ targeting of the first openly trans person to win a congressional election. The three-sentence Johnson statement said public, single-sex facilities could be used

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NMDWS News: New Mexico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.3 percent in October, up from 4.2 percent in September and up from 4.0 percent the previous year. The national unemployment rate in October was 4.1 percent, unchanged from September and up from 3.8 percent in October 2023. Total nonagricultural payroll

President Joe Biden’s last-ditch effort to adequately fund the country’s natural disaster response includes an additional $1.5 billion for victims of New Mexico’s largest-ever wildfire, according to a letter his office released today. If Congress approves his request, that would bring the total compensation awarded to $5.45 billion, which is

HELENA, Montana – Terry Thompson had an election to run for voters in Cascade County, Montana. Why then, she thought, was her office in Great Falls being sent mailed ballots completed by voters in places such as Wasilla, Alaska; Vancouver, Washington; and Tampa, Florida? It was only about a dozen

As people wait for new high-speed internet to get installed along power lines or beneath the ground, New Mexico’s broadband agency wants to use public funds to cover some of the cost of getting high-speed internet from space. The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion on Tuesday asked

Last month’s flooding was the prominent subject during the Roswell City Council meeting on Thursday, which was held at Roswell Development Services (SunWest Centre), 5…

The volleyball team from Laguna-Acoma High School under the coaching of Melanie Garcia reached the coveted final four this past weekend and lost in the final four to the eventual state champion, Texico High School, in three sets (2513,25-23,25-11).The Hawks defeated Raton in the first round of the…

In a recent KRWG op-ed, Walt Rubel delivered a scathing critique of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s declining political influence, particularly over public safety legislation. He observed that the governor’s “attempts to arm-twist lawmakers” during last year’s special session backfired, leading to what he described as “an embarrassing rebuke” when lawmakers

An image from Immanuel Lutheran School's History Fair, which occurred on Nov. 7. Christian Overcash is dressed as Timothy Matlack, left, and Madeline Dubay portrayed M…

Have you ever wondered how the FBI solves a case? Want to hear about the work agents are doing across New Mexico? Special Agent in Charge Raul Bujanda welcomes business, civic, and faithbased community leaders to apply for FBI Albuquerque’s Citizens Academy program, where we will give participants…

Bluewater Elementary Q1 2024 3rd Grade Tate L. Davis, Eli P. Garcia, Beau James, Ariah R. Mariano, Addison R. Spencer, Kylie M. Swick, Nova R. Taylor, Alexander J. Walker, Kiel H. Yellowhair 4th GradeAlannah B. Arnold, Zelda R. Begay, Theron S. Grover, Chase M. Haight 5th GradeAtlas S. Arnold,…

SANTA FE – Freshman college enrollment continues to surge in New Mexico, the Higher Education Department announced Wednesday.First-time enrollment in colleges and universities has risen 9.2 percent statewide, according to data for the fall 2024 semester.This is yet another year-over-year increase…

Rediscovered: a photograph this week of a Roswell Museum display by Yoshiko Kanai, a Roswell Artist-in-Residence in 1996-97. Titled "Home Sweet Home #2," it appears to…

President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday night he plans to nominate Linda McMahon, the co-chair of his transition team, to lead the Education Department in his second administration. “We will send Education BACK TO THE STATES, and Linda will spearhead that effort,” Trump said in a statement, referring to his pledge

LAHS Principal Renee Dunwoody, left, presents junior Jamie Grow with her National Honor Society Certificate of Membership. Director of Curriculum and Assessment Dr. Sharon Fogle, center, attended last week’s National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. Courtesy/LAPS National Honor Society officers including President Uxue Sansinena, Vice President Lena Ronning, Secretary Sophia Sisneros

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján U.S. SENATE News: WASHINGTON, D.C. — Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, applauded the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announcement of new programs that will provide $2 billion to support U.S. specialty crop producers.

Following this month's election women now make up a majority of the 112 members of the state legislature, after steadily gaining numbers for the past decade. New Mexico in 2025 will see a female-majority Legislature with 60 of 112 seats in the Roundhouse to be held by women. That breaks

DoIT News: SANTA FE — The Department of Information Technology’s (DoIT) proposed budget is focused on protecting the state’s digital infrastructure with important cybersecurity measures, expanding the reach and stability of the state’s Public Safety Radio System and securing New Mexico’s information technology systems. The FY26 $104 million proposed budget

An officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of an armed man is under investigation by the New Mexico State Police.

Some newspaper reporters use the tools of their trade — namely, words — as a cudgel. Read moreOllie Reed Jr. dies at 76 after a half-century of journalism excellence

Shadow is a one and a halfyear- old female border collie mix. She is sweet and does well with other dogs. She loves to play and run. She is looking for her furever home.GrantsAnimal Care Center 722 Sakelares Boulevard

COUNTY News: The Los Alamos Aquatic Center will be closed to the public Saturday, Dec. 7 to host the Bill Hudson Memorial Meet. The closure will affect the Main pool, Therapy pool and Leisure Lagoon, as the center dedicates its facilities to supporting youth swimming in New Mexico. The Aquatic

A Farmington man with a history of violence was arrested Nov. 19 on a warrant for allegedly shooting a man in the chest during an Oct. 20 party in the Coronado Apartment complex. Terrence Keith Robins, 33, was charged with a first-degree felony armed robbery, a third-degree felony aggravated battery

The Grants High School Pirates football team ended their state playoff run with a bang. The bang however was not like anyone expected – over 100-yards in penalties and two ejections for the Pirates, including GHS Head Coach Steve Brown.The St. Pius' offense locked in early and scored two touchdowns…

An indigenous advocacy group says Los Alamos National Laboratory’s plan to vent a radioactive form of hydrogen known as tritium into the air could put nearby residents, particularly children, at risk. Tewa Women United has released two independent scientific reports backing those claims. TWU is partnering with groups like the

Lawrence ChavezHe is survived by his loving Children: Sons; Jose Chavez and wife Brittney of Denton, Texas. Josh Chavez and wife Heather of San Rafael, New…

NMSC News: SANTA FE — District courts on their own can order hearings to determine whether evidence obtained through a warrantless search by law enforcement will be allowed in a criminal prosecution, the New Mexico Supreme Court ruled Tuesday. In a split decision, the Court concluded that a judge in

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The Cibola Citizen is proud to share the following marriages that took place in Cibola County this past month. Please join us in congratulating these wonderful couples on their union!September 21 Emilio Michael Torvio & Sherlyn HoneyaEmilio Michael Torvio of Acoma, NM, and Sherlyn Honeya of…

SILVER CITY – Top officials and regents at Western New Mexico University failed to uphold their fiduciary responsibilities by consistently running afoul of travel and purchasing policies, according to investigators with the New Mexico state auditor's office. The agency made public its findings Tuesday, saying a review of spending between

A breeze wafted through the air on a late summer morning, rustling neatly kept plots of lush-green alfalfa at New Mexico State University’s Leyendecker Plant Science R…

GRANTS, NM -- The November 11, 2024 meeting of the Grants Cibola County School Board opened with a moment of silence to recognize the passing of coach Otero who was the Cross-Country coach at Laguna-Acoma Junior, Senior High School for thirtyeight years.A memorial to honor Coach Otero is being…

There are two new transportation studies along I-40 at Horizon Boulevard and Sawmill Road in the Village of Milan. The study at Horizon Boulevard is evaluating…

The lawsuits allege the killings could have been prevented if the sheriff’s office used the state’s red flag law.

Fearing their domestic water wells will be impacted, Tesuque residents continue to organization opposition to Bishop Lodge's wastewater plans

State auditor "encouraged" WNMU has taken steps to improve its policies and procedures and designated itself for a special audit.

Isaac Apodaca is accused of coercing his then girlfriend to kill a woman with a sword. The victim was nearly decapitated, police said.

Tribal leaders say they need funding to create and sustain their own law enforcement and criminal justice systems.

State leaders hope a new arrangement with Presbyterian will make it easier to track when and how kids are falling through the cracks.

The task force was created by a memorial passed during the 2024 legislative session aimed at restructuring CYFD.

Western New Mexico University's regents did nothing to stop extravagances, but the chairwoman says changes have since been made.

Mac Austin Dingus, 45, and Martin Garner Ghee, 70, were arrested after a woman said they threatened her over a parking space.

Shelter staff said they are moving away from the "Pete's Place" component of the name as they seek to expand to new locations.

"After comprehensive repairs and inspection, the building is deemed safe for staff and public reentry," a Santa Fe County spokesperson said Tuesday.

FARMINGTON, N.M. — San Juan College in northwest New Mexico is inviting the public to its annual luminaria display.The route for walkers opens at 5 p.m. Saturday, with the driving route opening an hour later. There is also a Park-N-Ride Red Apple Luminarias Trolley for the event on Saturday, Dec.

It’s been over a decade since the Esperanza Bicycle Safety Education Center opened in Northwest Albuquerque. A one of a kind hub, it provides bicycle education an… Read moreRe-cycling a great idea: City opens new Esperanza Bicycle Safety Center in NE ABQ

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Law enforcement is investigating a vehicle crash that left a person dead in southwest Albuquerque.Follow: Interactive traffic map from Traffic Watch 7 Advertisement The crash happened at Dennis Chavez Boulevard and 118th Street SW, according to the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. All lanes are closed on 118th

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Police made a break-in arrest at a public charter school in Albuquerque. The New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts on Central Avenue was placed on lockdown due to the damage at the school. It happened around 12:51 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19. Advertisement Your neighborhood: Local news

Albuquerque police are investigating a shooting that investigators said is related to a crash near a busy intersection.

A federal judge has ordered prosecutors investigating Sean “Diddy” Combs not to use papers taken from the music mogul's jail cell until he rules on defense claims that they are trial preparation materials protected by attorney-client privileg…

HOBBS, N.M. — An arrest has been made after a pair was hospitalized following a weekend shooting in Hobbs.Police went to the area of Marland Boulevard and Leech Street where two shooting victims were found. They have been identified as 22-year-old Isaiah Chavez-Wright and Devin Sanders, 29. Advertisement Your neighborhood:

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Albuquerque City Councilor Renee Grout proposed two new ordinances: one prohibits adults from using playground equipment and bans people from bringing shopping carts to a park. The second ordinance bans public camping as a whole."They should be able to walk around and play without stepping on human

Albuquerque – Around 11:30AM, an Albuquerque Police Department Police Service Aide was dispatched to motor vehicle crash with injuries at Comanche and Eubank Blvd NE. When the PSA arrived they found two gunshot victims and APD officers were called to the scene. Officers came to the scene and started AFR

As President-elect Donald Trump digs in on his pick of Matt Gaetz for attorney general, Republican senators are divided over how much information they will demand to move his confirmation — and how much to push back on Trump as he demands tha…

SANTA FE — Some New Mexico legislative candidates who won election this month could get a head start at the Roundhouse. Read moreSome outgoing legislators step down early, possibly giving their successors a head start

There is no such optimism in the Gaza Strip, where the looting of nearly 100 aid trucks by armed men has worsened an already severe food crisis.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A simple drive down Central Avenue, you can see the marks of economic struggle. Over the last several months, more than a dozen businesses, including pharmacies, boutiques, gas stations, and cafes, have closed their doors, leaving boarded-up storefronts in their wake. Even the International District Economic Development

Mother Nature has been kind to ski resorts in the region – including Durango's Purgatory Ski Resort that opened two weeks early this season.

Maslena Rescue Foundation is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit that's been taking in and caring for abused and neglected animals since 1999. Owner Jeff Morewood has brought more than 200 animals on to his 17 acres of land in Tijeras. "It's always been a dream of mine and my parents

Five children are safe after New Mexico State Police arrested two suspects in an alleged kidnapping case out of Texas.

An Española-based nonprofit is criticizing Los Alamos National Laboratory over its plans for disposing of radioactive gas. Read moreNonprofit group critical of Los Alamos National Laboratory plan to dispose of radioactive waste

Albuquerque city councilors voted unanimously to defer their legislative priorities list just a few months before the 60-day legislative session begins in Santa Fe.

A woman died less than 24 hours after being booked into the Metropolitan Detention Center on Monday. Read moreWoman dies one day after being booked into Metropolitan Detention Center

President-elect Donald Trump says he is nominating Dr. Mehmet Oz, who hosted a long-running television talk show, to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

RIO RANCHO, N.M. — Four are dead after a major crash on Nov. 13 in Rio Rancho. According to Rio Rancho Fire and Rescue, The crash involving two vehicles and happened at a dirt road near King Road and Sheba Drive. Those vehicles caught on fire after the crash. Advertisement

A wind advisory is kicking in for parts of northern New Mexico, where conditions are shaping up to be cooler Tuesday.

New Mexico is pouring millions of dollars into outdoor infrastructure and programs across the state, including the largest-ever grant for a project in Carlsbad.

Albuquerque city councilors voted 8-1 to approve a social media policy and called to eliminate the job of one of the police department’s most front-facing members.

We're showing our Love 4 Pets with Rogers in-studio and two regal dudes who want to make your home their home.

RIO RANCHO — Three decades ago, a local teenager and his two friends murdered his 80-year-old grandparents. Now, the state is looking to amend the parole terms on… Read more30-year-old murder case re-opened to address parole errors

A New Hampshire company is working to develop a fleet of autonomous helicopters that it hopes can be used to put out fires, spray crops and handle other dangerous jobs.

{{description}} Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between November 12 and November 18, 2024: Daniel A. Herrera, Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (First Offense), No Driver’s License,

The International Atomic Energy Agency said as of Oct. 26, Iran has just over 400 pounds of uranium enriched up to 60%, up 38.8 pounds since the last report in August.

ROSWELL, N.M. — State police are investigating a fatal shooting that involves the Roswell Police Department. The suspect died in the shooting and no police officers were hurt, according to New Mexico State Police. The shooting happened at Oak Drive in Roswell around 7:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 18. Advertisement Roswell

In the upcoming issue of Enchanted Homes is our annual, “Home for the Holidays” special edition.

A man is in the hospital after being shot during a vehicle crash Tuesday morning in Northeast Albuquerque.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Chronic absenteeism has been a persistent challenge for New Mexico's largest school district, Albuquerque Public Schools (APS), but a new approach at Manzano High School is showing promising results. The school has implemented what's called an early warning system aimed at identifying and addressing attendance issues before

A man who officials say carried out a string of stabbings across a swath of Manhattan has been charged with three counts of murder.

SOCORRO, N.M. — New Mexico Tech has developed drones using real bird parts.The taxidermy drones, designed to look and fly like real birds with authentic feathers and flapping wings. The drones have garnered international attention. Advertisement Dr. Hassan-Alian, ranked among Stanford's top 2% of cited scientists, believes these drones can

Western New Mexico University’s president and members of the institution’s governing board engaged in tens of thousands of dollars in wasteful spending and improper use of university funds over five years, according to the state auditor’s office.

A man agreed to take a plea deal Monday before facing a jury again in the case of a 2018 double murder.

The holiday season is rolling around and the Rio Rancho Police Department is hosting its annual food drive this weekend.

A U.S. Air Force rescue team from Kirtland Air Force Base rescued an injured hiker from Valles Caldera in northern New Mexico last month.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Police are investigating a shooting related to a car crash in northeast Albuquerque. According to Albuquerque police, officers were dispatched to Comanche Road and Eubank Boulevard for a report of a shooting and a crash on Tuesday morning. Advertisement Police say when officers arrived they found one

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Police Department has officially identified the victims of last week's crash the took multiple lives. Read moreRRPD officially identifies victims in fatal Nov. 13 crash

New York prosecutors oppose any effort to dismiss Trump’s hush money conviction, but say they are open to delaying sentencing until after his second term.

I love a good cranberry sauce as much as the next person at Thanksgiving ­— from a spicy cranberry relish to the smooth jelly that comes out of the can, so gelled you cut it with a knife.

WASHINGTON — Republican U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina led a charge Monday to try to ban transgender women from using women’s restrooms in the U.S. Capitol and House office buildings, following the election of a transgender lawmaker. The move, which the House Democratic leader characterized as attempting to

All five members of New Mexico’s congressional delegation are urging the federal government to “quickly resolve” a decade-old lawsuit from Texas over water rights from…

Weaving across Western New Mexico University’s intramural gym this weekend to pounding drums and song, tribal dancers from across the region and the continent gathered to compete, give honors and celebrate their culture in the Red Paint Powwow. Among the dancers was Cocochea Scott Lightfeather, a Lakota who lives near

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Santa Clara’s Tamal Fiesta y Más turned out bigger and better than ever on Saturday, with organizers estimating a peak crowd of about 1,500 people. Crowds filled the grounds of historic Fort Bayard — particularly as lunchtime rolled around, forming lines at the more

WASHINGTON — Consequences for President-elect Donald Trump’s guilty conviction in a New York state case will be years away, as prosecutors signaled they will not oppose suspending the lawsuit while the incoming 47th president carries out his four years in the Oval Office. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg wrote Tuesday

As people wait for new high-speed internet to get installed along power lines or beneath the ground, New Mexico’s broadband agency wants to use public funds to cover some of the cost of getting high-speed internet from space. The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion on Tuesday asked

WASHINGTON — The director of the National Institutes of Health testified before Congress on Tuesday the agency is looking to rebuild trust following the COVID-19 pandemic by solving some of the biggest health challenges facing the country. Monica M. Bertagnolli told the House panel in charge of the agency’s funding

Congress set aside nearly $4 billion for damages from the historic wildfire, and a proposal would increase that amount by $1.5 billion.

OBAE News: SANTA FE–This afternoon, the Acting Director of the Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE) went before the Legislative Finance Committee to request $70 million to increase satellite connections in the state. Drew Lovelace testified before state lawmakers that these nonrecurring funds would go toward a proposed initiative

RUIDOSO — There are those who do business along Ruidoso’s picturesque main street in Midtown who thought just weeks ago that the fires and floods of summer might have …

By GEORGE MORSE Sports and Outdoors Los Alamos Daily Post High elevation lakes will likely soon freeze over and be hard to access due to snow. Lakes that usually freeze over and offer ice fishing include Eagle Nest, Lake Maloya, Lake Alice, Fenton Lake and sometimes Heron Lake. This usually

Trump and Musk With Donald Trump and Elon Musk breathing down their necks, state officials announced a seemingly abrupt change in policy and finally agreed to jump start high speed satellite delivery for tens of thousands of internet-deprived New Mexicans. We and a number of our readers have been pounding

Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell told two U.S. House panels Tuesday that there is no evidence that an order to deny emergency relief to Donald Trump supporters went beyond a single rogue employee — though Criswell said she welcomed a robust investigation to confirm that. A long line

WASHINGTON — Former TV personality and onetime U.S. Senate candidate Mehmet Oz could become the next administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, an expansive government agency that is responsible for large swaths of the country’s health care. President-elect Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate Oz on

Student liaisons Samuel Carmer and Annie White LAPS News: The Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board recently appointed three new student liaisons for the 2024-2025 school year. Juniors Tevita Funaki, Wrenne Sapp and Zachary Sestric and Los Alamos Middle School eighth graders Jamie Coriz and Liliana Dodge joined seniors Samuel

The Native-led nonprofit organization Tewa Women United (TWU), based in Española, New Mexico, has released two independent scientific reports.

WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday he will nominate transition co-chair and billionaire businessman Howard Lutnick as the country’s next secretary of Commerce, a position that will have a hand in shaping Trump’s tariff policies. If confirmed by the Senate, Lutnick would lead a 13-bureau department that houses the

Albuquerque – At 5:00 PM, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department presently have 55th St SW and Central Ave SW blocked off as they search for a suspect. 55th is reportedly blocked off between Central and Churchill Rd SW. A witness walking by Sharky’s Fish & Shrimp contacted us to

The Family YMCA News: The community is invited to The Family YMCA’s Holiday Movie Night at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 at SALA Event Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. This year’s movie options: New this year The Family YMCA is offering LU-Interactive Video Wall. Tickets are on sale now

Jemez Historic Site News: Celebrate New Mexico Traditions during Jemez Historic Site’s annual holiday event, Lights of Gisewa in Jemez Springs, 5-9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14. The remains of Gisewa Pueblo and San José de los Jemez Mission will be decorated with hundreds of farolitos illuminating

Santa Fe police Chief Paul Joye said "ideally" the ARU would run 24/7, but he acknowledged the extra staff and resources that would require.

A program evaluator says 23% of case management providers for New Mexico's DD Waiver program and 83% of consultants for Mi Via were cited.

Appropriations from the 2024 session include $5 million from Gov. Lujan Grisham for improvements to Fort Marcy Park.

New Mexico has dropped to at or near the bottom of the nation in terms of drug, alcohol and other mental health issues.

After a $3.75 bet, a Taos County woman on Saturday hit a more than $1 million jackpot at Okhay Hotel Casino.

"I will tell you that all governors, bipartisan, are preparing that a lot of that money gets redirected or stalled out," the governor said.

Three universities were conscripted as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to create a national database of hazardous fuel treatments.

And the (regional) Emmy goes to... two projects connected to Santa Fe, The Early Show with Alax and Movement.

A property management company plans to reopen Cimarron's historic St. James Hotel, which closed in September, next month.

Grab-and-go meals will be available at the facility on Alto Street from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Mexican restaurant Mucho Gusto is closing up shop but ushering in a new Indian-Asian restaurant to fill the space.

Her latest cookbook, Seed to Plate, Soil to Sky, was released earlier this year and features plant-based recipes using Native American ingredients.

Police are looking for two people suspected of stealing $20,000 worth of merchandise from a local dispensary.

RIO RANCHO — It was a successful night for the owners of Whiptail and Turquoise Desert Taproom because their Nov. 18 fundraiser for the families involved in the N… Read moreFundraiser for accident victims sells out

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas inside the hotel lobby at Sandia Resort and Casino, where a crowd gathered on Monday evening to light the resort’s Christmas tree.

Albuquerque – District 9 City Councilor Renée Grout introduced resolution R-24-89 aimed at improving the use of official CABQ run social media accounts. The resolution directs the City Administration to develop a comprehensive social media policy that outlines clear guidelines for appropriate use, accountability, and consequences for misuse. Tonight, the

Albuquerque – On or about 11/10/2024, at least two unknown subjects gained unlawful entry into BOGO Dispensary and were suspected of stealing cash from the safe and over $20,000 worth of merchandise from 2828 Carlisle Blvd NE. The known two subjects look very young and have the popular “Edgar” haircut.

A local BMX bike and skateboard shop and indoor skate park wants to grow Santa Fe's action sports scene.

Santa Fe and Albuquerque dentists have joined a national effort to bring veterans a smile and better meet their oral health care needs.

U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union is collecting donations to support students through a nonprofit clothing bank in Española.

The head of a conservative think tank discussed his frustrations with and desires for the state of New Mexico’s budget, tax system and government during an appearance …

On Monday President Joe Biden asked Congress for up to $1.5 billion in federal funding to help New Mexico continue recovering from the 2022 Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak Fire.

ALBUQUERQUE — The Storm swim season officially kicked off on Saturday with the Peter B. Barney Memorial Relays at Albuquerque Academy. Fourteen teams from across … Read moreCleveland Storm start swimming

Albuquerque police say a man twice threatened people by firing a gun either at them or in the air in separate incidents over a 48-hour period.

"We have never had a jackpot of this value at the Ohkay," said Peter Trujillo, director of marketing for Ohkay Hotel Casino.

A man is dead after a shootout with Roswell police who were responding to a child’s 911 call Monday morning, authorities said in a news release.

Ukraine said a Russian missiles struck Sumy in northern Ukraine and Odesa in the south, killing at least 21 people and injuring dozens.

BERNALILLO — The Bernalillo High School Spartans are hosting a Native pride week to celebrate their indigenous heritage and cultural diversity. Read moreBHS hosting Native pride week to celebrate indigenous heritage

BERNALILLO — All elementary schools throughout the Bernalillo Public School (BPS) District now offer the B.R.I.D.G.E. after-school program and celebrated its gran… Read moreAfter-school programs now offered in Bernalillo Public Schools

PED releases 2023-2024 school designations Monday, 18 November 2024 15:12 gallupsun SANTA FE — The New Mexico Public Education Department today released school ratings for the 2023-2024 school year, highlighting important gains for New Mexico’s schools.Five additional New Mexico schools are now rated as high performing, according to evaluation results,

WNMU graduate student brings passion for learning to special education Classroom Monday, 18 November 2024 14:32 gallupsun SILVER CITY—Recent Western New Mexico University graduate (BS ’24) and current graduate student in Education Tia Holyan was inspired to become a special education teacher by observing the experiences of a friend when

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Office of special education releases 2024-27 state plan Monday, 18 November 2024 15:37 gallupsun SANTA FE — The New Mexico Public Education Department’s Office of Special Education announced today the release of the 2024-2027 Special Education State Plan.The Office of Special Education, led by Dr. Margaret Cage, deputy secretary of

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho City Council Governing Body met last week to take care of some November business and approve their listed priorities for the coming year. That business included adding another $1 million to the city’s Permanent Fund.

RIO RANCHO- The All-District teams for girl's high school soccer have been announced, and 13 Rio Rancho athletes got some much deserved recognition. Here are the players who made the list:

Jeremiah J. Salazar Police allege an 18-year-old Albuquerque man shot and killed 23-year-old Gabriel Eric Rivera during a birthday party at a house in rural San Miguel County Friday evening. Jeremiah J. Salazar San Miguel County prosecutors charged Jeremiah J. Salazar with second-degree murder and other charges after police located

SANTA FE — After some families spent more than a decade waiting, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s administration used federal pandemic funds to eliminate a lengthy waitlist for a program providing support services for individuals with developmen…

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A recovery town hall meeting will provide residents of Roswell and Chaves County affected by recent floods a chance to ask questions and get information about disaster…

Flood-related matters are among the agenda items for the Roswell City Council to contend with on Thursday during their monthly meeting.

The Disaster Recovery Center for Roswell and Chaves County residents impacted by recent flooding opened Wednesday morning at the Roswell Mall, 4501 N. Main St.

City and County fire personnel responded to a house fire early this morning on the 900 block of 7th Street and were able to contain it without any reported injuries. Las Vegas Fire Chief Steven Spann told the Optic the call for service came in around 3 a.m. Monday, with

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Public Schools District has just been named the best district in the Albuquerque area, according to Niche.com, an online educational institution review site.

Unscheduled water outage for Nov. 18 Monday, 18 November 2024 09:42 gallupsun An unscheduled water outage that is affecting parts of South Seventh Street started at 7 am on Nov. 18 and will last until 4:30 pm. The outage is affecting City of Gallup water customers in the following areas:

Following more than a week of vote counting, Republicans secured the seats needed to control the U.S. House of Representatives, signaling the beginning of a period of …

Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris won New Mexico in last week's presidential election, though President-elect Donald Trump, a Republican, did make inroad…

The deadly haze covered monuments and high-rise buildings in the capital, with visibility so low that airlines warned of delays.

On Monday, U.N. Climate Change executive secretary Simon Stiell called for countries to “cut the theatrics and get down to real business.”

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Mountainair and even the Grinch will be celebrating. The town’s second annual Grinchmas event is set for Dec. 21 at the Dr. Saul Building following the

State Rep. Gail "Missy" Armstrong is the newly elected state House Minority Leader and she may fulfill that old adage of being "the right person at the right time." She has the chance to deescalate harsh rhetoric over social issues and have her party concentrate on the meat and potatoes

For over a decade, New Mexico has operated under a federal waiver that has enabled able-bodied adults without children to continue receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, formerly known as food stamps, even if they are not employed. However, this provision is changing due to declining unemployment rates in

In 2023, the NM legislature and Governor signed law HB7, which requires that school districts must not “interfere” in any way with children accessing transgender (and abortion) procedures. Despite what some lawmakers have said about this law, there is no requirement for parental notification and there are no age restrictions

A persistent shortage in practitioners is the main driver behind the frustrating lag time for appointments and procedures, professionals say.

It's one of several recent public records suits against the city, with some saying they believe the city has deliberately withheld documents — an allegation the city denies.

This month's early winter blast is a reminder that Northern New Mexico is no stranger to a dumping of snow, which makes for harrowing moments on the road and fun memories on a sled.

Democratic state Sen. Bill O'Neill, defeated in his bid for a fourth term, hunts for normalcy by focusing on his art.

The meeting in Rio de Janeiro on Monday and Tuesday is overshadowed by two major wars and Donald Trump’s election victory.

These brainy black birds are more than their unmistakable crow call. They've been a synergistic part of humanity's evolution.

A Ukrainian official says a Russian strike on a nine-story building in the city of Sumy killed eight people and wounded dozens.

If you enjoy reading the well-known writers who specialize in describing the lands and stories of the Southwest, you’ll eventually come across a line about Everett Ruess.

President-elect Donald Trump has named the senior Republican on the Federal Communications Commission as the new chairman of the agency tasked with regulating broadcasting, telecommunications and broadband.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has renewed his call for a “limitless” expansion of his military nuclear program to counter what he characterizes as U.S.-led threats.

Slate Street Billiards Bar and Grill has been a pillar in Rio Rancho for decades.

RIO RANCHO — “What happened to the turkey who ate too much corn?” The entire Cielo Azul Turkey Bingo group leaned in Nov. 15 as their host paused for effect. “He got an ear ache!”

Over $100,000 reward offered for info on Arizona death of a Mexican gray wolf Sunday, 17 November 2024 09:42 gallupsun FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Arizona Game and Fish Department announced on Nov. 15 that Hope, a Mexican gray wolf living west of Flagstaff since

The meal will take place at Santa Fe Community Convention Center from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

BERNALILLO — More than 1,300 Native American students attend Bernalillo Public Schools. This fact brought Sandoval County’s tribal leaders together at the Spartan Learning Academy in a two-day summit beginning Nov. 14 to discuss how best to s…

A woman who was arrested on suspicion of DWI picked up more charges after she allegedly tried to escape from a New Mexico State Police officer’s patrol vehicle.

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Jon “Bones” Jones, who lives in Albuquerque, retained his UFC world heavyweight championship by defeating Stipe Miocic with a technical knockout Saturday night, then paid tribute to President-elect Donald Trump, who was seated ringside. Moments after ending the fight with a spinning back kick to Miocic’s ribs, Jones broke into

While many area residents may think of a skiing trip to Ruidoso as the perfect winter day trip, they should not overlook the opportunity to visit Bitter Lake National …

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In a move that is raising eyebrows, New Mexico Sen. Ben Ray Luján’s campaign has issued a fundraising email supporting Pennsylvania Democrat Bob Casey, who continues to challenge his recent Senate election defeat. The November 15, 2024, email, framed as a rallying call to ensure “every Pennsylvanian’s voice is heard,”

ALBUQUERQUE — In October, a research team led by University of New Mexico professor Mubarak Hussain Syed uncovered a link between neural stem cell development and adul…

Americans are fed up with the price of food, and many are looking to President-elect Donald Trump to lower their grocery bills. Trump often railed on the campaign trai…

The United States foreign food aid program can be a big help when extreme weather fueled by climate change hammers communities. It pays for direct contributions of foo…

The intersection of South Richardson Avenue and West McGaffey Street will be closed for a waterline repair beginning Monday.

A Las Vegas resident said she’s grateful to the community for its support after the home she was living in with six of her family members burned down Tuesday. However, given that the family lost everything in the fire, much is still needed to help them get back on their

SANTA FE — There will be new leaders in key positions on both sides of the aisle in the New Mexico House of Representatives come January.

RIO RANCHO — With the help of 554 students and 120 adults, almost 100 homes were served Nov. 16 during Rio Rancho High School’s Big Event.

With a new administration taking over the White House in January, New Mexico’s congressional delegation is calling upon the Biden administration to resolve the long-running litigation over Rio Grande water rights before the end of the year.

BERNALILLO — There was a clear message during the 2024 Sandoval County Commission Election Canvass Board meeting Nov. 15, and that was the Bureau of Elections staff felt “strained” during the election. That strain might not be over yet as the…

RIO RANCHO (Nov.15, 2024) -- If there was any thought that number three Cleveland (10-1) might be rusty after a first round playoff bye, that notion was quickly dispelled during the 57-7 victory Friday for the Storm over sixth seeded Los Luna…

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An Española School Board member is asking a judge to dismiss, with prejudice, a misdemeanor case of filing a false police report brought against him by a city police detective and the city police chief.

Las Cruces Police Department Chief Jeremy Story spoke at a news conference Nov. 15 to provide details on the shooting that involved an officer.

Following President-elect Donald Trump’s landslide electoral vote and popular vote victory, his plans to implement strong border policies, including stricter immigration enforcement and mass deportations, have elicited panicked reactions among New Mexico Democrats, namely lame-duck Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, who is term-limited and cannot run for reelection in 2026. Trump’s

On Saturday, House Republicans and House Democrats elected new leadership in their respective caucuses ahead of the 2025 Legislative Session, which begins on January 21st. House Democrats again tapped Speaker Javier Martínez of Albuquerque as their nominee for the speakership, current Whip Reena Szczepanski of Santa Fe as their new

Albuquerque – The Albuquerque Police Department’s Homicide Unit has launched an investigation into a deadly shooting in the Southeast Area Command. Around 10:00 AM on Friday, November 15, APD Officers responded to reports that a man with a gunshot wound was dropped off at University Hospital. The man later died

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It may be November, with wintery conditions setting in, but one city councilor’s mind is on mandating cooling units across the city of Albuquerque.

The Albuquerque City Council is set to vote on a resolution with proposed changes to the city’s social media policy Monday.

Three local businesswomen who love horses are expanding their equine assisted therapy services to offer more openings to children and adults in the community. Kinship Equine Therapy is run by Vanessa Lucero (currently a therapy provider with Krossroads Recovery), Donna Abreu (currently School Counselor for WLVMS and contract therapy provider

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Danny Garcia De Leon was allegedly armed with a knife when approached by Las Cruces police officers

The company’s new name, Sunward, represents the “spirit of the southwest,” President and CEO Steph Sherrodd said.

RIO RANCHO — U.S. Navy veteran Barbara Brown had quite a day Nov. 14 thanks to Dreamstyle Remodeling’s “Operation Home Renovation.”

RIO RANCHO — Do PRN’s belong in the AFT United Health Professionals Union bargaining unit as it pertains to Sandoval Regional Medical Center? This is an unanswered question as the union and hospital continue to argue.

SANTA FE – New Mexico’s acequias will gather on Nov. 15 and 16 at New Mexico Highlands University for the annual Congreso de las Acequias, the annual membership meeting of the New Mexico Acequia Association.

With President-elect Donald Trump set to re-enter the Oval Office in January, New Mexico’s Democrat political establishment is gearing up for what many expect to be a contentious clash over policies. According to WalletHub, the state is the second-most federally reliant state, behind only Alaska. Unlike California Governor Gavin Newsom,

A Las Cruces man was sentenced to 80 months in prison for illegally possessing firearms and ammunition while under felony indictment.

The devastating floods that ravaged Roswell last month have left a large number of people displaced, but a massive effort to repair the damage and get people back in t…

The City of Las Cruces has identified 11 capital projects that the city hopes to bolster with state funding during the upcoming 60-day legislative session.

The Roswell Daily Record has long been the heartbeat of our community, offering more than just news. It provides a platform for local voices, fosters community identit…

A report proposed updating the pay structure for private attorneys who contract with the New Mexico Law Offices of the Public Defender.

Among presentations made during the Roswell Independent School District (RISD) board meeting on Tuesday, Supt. Brian Luck stood in front of the board to talk about how…

{{description}} Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The Las Vegas City Council Wednesday night agreed to provide more than $58,000 in funding to the Samaritan House, following another heated discussion between members of the governing body and George Lyon, the

Luna Community College held a well-attended open house Nov. 14, with elected officials and community leaders from Las Vegas, Mora and Springer. A reception was followed by tours of the school, which includes state-of-the art training facilities like: •Driving simulators for big rigs •Snow plows and other heavy equipment •A

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BERNALILLO — It was a long-anticipated night for the WD Caroll Elementary School families in Bernalillo Nov. 14 as they were celebrating their Dia de los Muertos performances about a week later than originally planned.

A Las Vegas man is charged with felony assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly striking a woman with a snow shovel in front of an apartment complex. Prosecutors charged 42-year-old Edward L. Valdez for allegedly punching the woman in the face, striking her with the shovel and for punching

JEMEZ PUEBLO — A Jemez Pueblo man who was charged with assault on a pueblo officer was sentenced to 21 months in federal prison, according to a Nov. 14 announcement from the Department of Justice.

The giant flag hoisted into the sky by an Española fire truck waved in the wind as veterans, law enforcement, firefighters and others gathered on the Plaza de Española Monday morning for the annual Veterans Day ceremony.

Siesta was orphaned in a mattress outside. Unfortunately, her leg had gotten stuck in a mattress spring and she was found hanging upside down like a bat, her tiny leg badly broken. After several weeks of casting the leg and two months of foster care with her brother Sueño, Siesta

A murder suspect was arrested in Española on Monday night.

Last year, Santa’s helpers were running a little behind, but that didn’t stop them from collecting more than 800 toys for area youth.

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

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Roswell Artist-in-Residence (RAiR) Tristram Lansdowne is working on one of his paintings at the residence compound on Monday. Until further notice, all RAiR exhibits w…

A man suspected of entering the country illegally in September was arrested Nov. 7 for the alleged battery of a US Border Patrol Agent in New Mexico.

Investigators searched a property in Jal, New Mexico and uncovered bone fragments and evidence of 10 to 20 human skulls.

There will be a Democratic reaction to the Trump presidential win when the Legislature meets in January. Wall-Leaners say a proposal first given voice here calling for tax relief for lower income New Mexicans is in the works on the D side. It will come in the wake of many

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Public School's The ASK Academy will hold a mini golf night from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Dec. 11 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

In a surprising turn of events, President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), a position that New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham had previously aspired to under the Biden administration. Rio Grande Foundation chief Paul Gessing wrote on X, “RFK

By CHERYL THORNBURG Daily Press Correspondent If you’re looking for special gifts for family and friends, one option is to head to Glenwood this Saturday, Nov. 16, for their annual Holiday Bazaar. The Glenwood Community Center holiday event gives the public an opportunity to experience a bazaar with a mix

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RIO RANCHO — A Jemez Pueblo print artist's work will be featured at the third annual Enchanted Vision Art Show Nov. 15-17.

Even as the Town of Taos implements its first succession plan intended to prevent sudden vacancies in key leadership positions, municipal empl…

This week on the Voices of Taos podcast, producer Laura Martin Baseman interviews Dr. Colin Nicholls, professor at UNM-Taos. Martin and Nicho…

1. Fired tourism head threatens whistleblower suit The former head of tourism and marketing for the Town of Taos says his firing several weeks…

On Tuesday (Nov. 12) at UNM-Taos Library, Michael Gorman, grandson of Carl Gorman — one of the original 29 Navajo Code Talkers — gave a pr…

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Nov. 6-10. Nov. 6 9:40 p.m. Criminal D…

Vista Grande High School, a public charter school in Taos, has a new school director after Isabelle St. Onge retired in August. Jim Smith, th…

Tucked inside a trailer at the Peñasco Independent School District is the Peñasco Museum of Art, History and Science. Walk inside and one w…

With nearly double the number of whooping cough cases reported in New Mexico so far this year compared to last, local and state health officia…

During the Town of Taos council's lengthy regular meeting Tuesday night (Nov. 12), officials approved a resolution in support of Kit Carson El…

As northbound drivers head into Taos, they may soon share the road with a few more RVs. A special use permit for Rodriguez RV park located at …

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday (Nov. 11) she and local state lawmakers would be stepping in to fund…

Sandoval County has official 2024 General Election turnout numbers and the percentage is larger than expected.

RIO RANCHO — At least two shooters were involved in the shooting at a Halloween party Oct. 26 in Enchanted Hills, according to an incident report released by Rio Rancho Police Department Nov. 13.

RIO RANCHO — A celebration of life service was held for local pool legend Linn Visage Nov. 9 at Slate Street Bar and Grill in Rio Rancho. Visage’s family and friends referred to the event as a “Fun”-eral.

The community is invited to a post-Halloween fright fest this Friday as New Mexico Highlands University music students portray their favorite musical theater villains on stage. The school’s show choir, HU Singers, will perform “The Strange & Eerie: A Villainous Musical Revue” Friday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. at the

New Mexico Highlands University’s Ivan Hilton Science and Technology Building on Oct. 25. The building remains closed following a report of a chemical spill. New Mexico Highlands University’s Ivan Hilton Science and Technology Building on Oct. 25. The building remains closed following a report of a chemical spill. The New

As snow starts to dust — and in some cases, blanket — the Sangre de Cristos, ski resorts across the Enchanted Circle are preparing to kick off…

When the St. James Hotel in Cimarron shuttered in September, the future appeared uncertain for one of the most storied lodges of the Old West …

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Business group adA crime beat that never seems to pause; a continued flow of fentanyl; 100 murders a year; APD mired in an historic bribery scandal sapping police morale and public confidence; a downtown still downtrodden; a Nob Hill that can't find its economic footing; a freeway system that appears

In a strange turn of events, far-left Democrat New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver accused state Rep. John Block (R-Alamogordo), the editor and founder of the Piñon Post, of making threats and harassing her via X, formerly Twitter, cooking up a conspiracy after he asked her about implementing

TAOS — Bernie Ellis, who made national headlines in the early part of the century after the notorious federal bust of his Tennessee pot farm in 2002, gave away 25 poun…

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. A winter weather storm blasted parts of New Mexico last week. Areas including the Albuquerque metro area caught a break from the snow, while Las Vegas got pummeled with 20 to 30 inches in some

LAS VEGAS — A fish hatchery in Mora has garnered national attention thanks to its efforts to recover the Gila trout — a threatened species protected under the Endanger…

Authorities in Lea County, New Mexico, are investigating a chilling discovery of human remains near the town of Jal, with evidence that could potentially link the remains to a missing persons case dating back to 2019. The investigation began on November 5, when a local resident contacted the Lea County

LAS VEGAS — A local group of students, researchers and media artists traveled halfway across the world to glimpse Earth’s past while potentially taking a major step fo…

Members of the military stand during the ceremony that preceded the Veterans Day Parade Saturday on North Main Street in downtown Roswell.

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By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent After a brief meeting to certify the results of last week’s election, the Grant County Commission held a work session Tuesday featuring reports from department heads and a preview of Thursday’s meeting agenda, which will include adopting fees for animal-related permits and further discussion

St. Gertrude the Great Catholic Church in Mora is set to continue a nearly 200-year-old tradition on Sunday, and the community – Catholics and non-Catholics alike – are welcome to attend and to celebrate. The church, located at 1 Church Plaza in Mora, will host the 173rd anniversary of St.

In honor of National Homeless Youth Awareness & Runaway Prevention Month, KNCE True Taos Radio (93.5 FM) is partnering with DreamTree Proj…

A militant but peaceful protest movement is underway at Carlos Gilbert Elementary School. It started with a student petition and escalated to …

It’s much easier to convince doctors to work in rural and tribal areas when that’s where they were trained. That’s one rationale behind U.S. R…

When Nick Forman was a kid, his chore was picking up dog poop. Years later, he’s still collecting scat — this time for a paycheck. “It’s the worst chore in

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish began conducting checkpoints throughout the state this month to collect biological data and to check for wildlife law violations. According to a

As the weather turns colder, gardeners and farmers across Taos County are harvesting the last of the produce in their fields and preserving it…

The preliminary results of Rio Hondo water quality testing represent good news for irrigators, recreationists and residents who draw drinking …

RIO RANCHO- Slate Street Bar and Grill will be hosting the "Chalk'd Billiards: Turkey Shootout" pool tournament on Nov. 30.

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Las Cruces police shot a man and later arrested him after responding to a report of an armed suspect yelling outside an apartment complex Monday.

Old Man GloomFor Dems overdosing on election anxiety and angst, how about this: the Santa Fe Kiwanis Club makes more history and has a special burning of Zozobra to cast off their election gloom. Does January 20, 2025 for the "Second Burning" sound about right? Or January 6? (Free admission

BERNALILLO — The trial date for a teen who killed a woman earlier this year has been pushed to May 2025.

RIO RANCHO — On Veterans Day, the city of Rio Rancho celebrated their veterans with a parade, a special ceremony and cookout.

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A good time to reflect on the impact of lung cancer and the resources available to screen and treat it is in November, which is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. According …

{{description}} Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between November 5 and November 11, 2024: Lawrence Gonzales, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Ivan Scharbrough, Out of State Fugitive. Preston L. Ulibarri,

RIO RANCHO — Cielo Azul Elementary School’s annual holiday craft fair is coming Dec. 7.

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. About 30 miles east of Albuquerque, Sandia Peak Ski Area opened Nov. 9, after being revived by three feet of snow from the recent blizzard. The ski area is planned to officially open in mid-December

The Independent News The hometown news source for the East Mountains, Edgewood and Estancia valley. Edgewood restaurant Chili Hills hosted a visit this week from America’s Best Restaurants, a national media and marketing company focused on bringing attention to local, independently-owned restaurants. The America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow came to the

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Taos County Veterans Cemetery on Monday (Nov. 11), Veteran's Day. She announced that the state would be stepping

State Sen. Harold Pope Jr., after he delivered a keynote speech during a Veterans Day ceremony at the VFW Post 1547 on Monday. State Sen. Harold Pope Jr., after he delivered a keynote speech during a Veterans Day ceremony at the VFW Post 1547 on Monday. More than 100 people

BERNALILLO — Bernalillo High School held its first Veterans Day Breakfast in the BHS Library Nov. 11.

SANTA FE — Top New Mexico Democratic lawmakers are crafting a crime package for the upcoming 60-day session that could include setting up a new trust fund to bolster behavioral health treatment programs statewide.

Discover Taos Winter Magazine Celebrates its 50th Anniversary!

Prints of this artwork by Kyrgyzstan artist Bula Anarbekova will be on sale during the World Music Weekend event, taking place Friday through Sunday at the Old Town Mission Community Center. The artwork depicts musician Meg York, the organizer of the event. Prints of this artwork by Kyrgyzstan artist Bula

There was a slight chill in the air on Monday morning, but at the soccer field near Hope Christian High School in northeast Albuquerque, the air was full of anticipation and tiny American flags.

In a recent Albuquerque Journal op-ed, Democrat New Mexico State Rep. Dayan Hochman-Vigil of Albuquerque defended the radical House Bill 7 (HB 7), asserting that it safeguards access to “reproductive and gender-affirming health care.” The Democrat writes, “I have been blessed to know and raise two kids who happen to

Editor’s Note: In this series, the Observer will take a look at each of the upcoming NMAA State Championship Tournaments and give readers all of the information they will need to tune in and be informed in advance. From basic information like…

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Las Cruces voters approved a 0.325% gross receipt tax increase that the City has said will result in approximately $11 million in new revenue per year.

RIO RANCHO — Music, colors, dancing and laughter were all in abundant supply at the Rio Rancho High School Performing Arts Center last Thursday as the 2024-25 Rio Rancho Public Schools Native American Pageant got under way.

Federal, state and local law enforcement partnered to dismantle a drug trafficking network in Las Cruces.

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ALBUQUERQUE — A Saturday accident sent one person to the hospital with serious injuries.

In the latest news surrounding potential appointments by President-elect Donald Trump to his administration, at least two prominent New Mexico figures, former Congresswoman Yvette Herrell and New Mexico Public Education Commissioner Sharon Clahchischilliage, are reportedly being considered by their supporters for major roles in a prospective Trump administration. Herrell, who

In the 2024 presidential election, Donald Trump’s campaign saw notable gains in New Mexico, coming closer than any Republican candidate in decades to flipping the state. Though Kamala Harris ultimately retained New Mexico by a margin of just 5.5 points, Trump’s performance showcased a dramatic shift, reflecting increased support from

The Office of the Twelfth Judicial District Attorney announced on Friday, November 8, that Dominic De La O has been found guilty of first-degree murder and multiple other charges by an Otero County jury in connection with the fatal shooting of an Alamogordo police officer. In addition to the murder

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Jim Tritten, a retired veteran and academic scholar from Corrales , has taken on a new mission: to lead a veterans’ writing group that harnesses the power of storytelling to confront and heal from trauma. Every Thursday at the Raymond G. Murphy Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Albuquerque, veterans…

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

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The Yues make Pacific Rim a home for all RICH TROUT/NEWS-SUN Ohana is Hawaiian for family. In retrospect, 43 years is a long time for a family to form. But it did. The family has grown to cover most states, seven continents and perhaps the heavens. In 1981, Joe and

RIO RANCHO — Able Strength Fitness gym in Rio Rancho will have several fighters compete at JAB Fest 2024 on Nov. 9.

On Thursday, far-left Democrat New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver scoffed at voters asking why New Mexico does not have voter ID requirements. The X account, “Mrs. Gen X,” who shared Elon Musk’s post about “[t]he few states that didn’t go red are mostly ones without voter ID

A severe winter storm wreaked havoc on Corrales last week. The storm caused widespread power outages across the state and…

SANTA FE — After picking up one seat in this week’s general election, New Mexico Senate Republicans on Thursday voted to elevate longtime legislator William Sharer of Farmington to the post of minority floor leader.

More than a foot of snow has fallen across San Miguel and Mora counties over the past 24 hours, with more than a foot expected to fall before the storm is over tomorrow night. Roads are unsafe to travel on due to snow accumulation, and crews are working around the

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued two emergency declarations Thursday to provide $1.5 million to help communities deal with storms that produced feet of snow in places and caused power outages and road closures.

RIO RANCHO — An incident report released Thursday, Nov. 7, confirms that the shooting death of 15-year-old Adrian Maestas is being investigated as first-degree murder.

During her teaching internship at John Baker Elementary School, Eldorado High School student Mia Griswold has a vivid memory of how the kids reacted when they learned it was her birthday.

Phone calls about a man setting off fireworks in the parking lot of the former Memorial Middle School led to criminal charges against a Las Vegas man who allegedly struck an officer and attempted to escape police custody. Officers with the Las Vegas Police Department arrested 28-year-old Steven R. Leger

RIO RANCHO — The curtain went up on the Cleveland High School Fall Play this past weekend, and the CHS theatre troupe’s production of “The Curious Savage” opened to a thrilled audience.