CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – After the Cibola Citizen published its filingday roundup last week, with a list of the candidates for local offices and where the…

Regents proceed with budget draft without several student cost increases

After more than a year of controversy and scandal surrounding Western New Mexico University, they now have a new president.

Cliff High School’s run in the Class A state basketball tournament came to an end Thursday afternoon in the Rio Rancho Events Center. The second-seeded Cowgirls fell 32-28 to third-seeded Roy/Mosquero. Cliff led 28-24 with 3:15 left to play, but the Blue rallied and took the lead for good with

After years abroad, Alexandra Cancro returned to the family business with savvy and a deep love of place.

ALAMOGORDO — The Lincoln National Forest has increased its fire danger rating from “Moderate” to “High” across all three forest ranger districts, effective March 16.

Republican Party of New Mexico Chair Amy Barela’s decision to seek re-election for her Otero County Commission seat in a contested primary has set off GOP infighting as some state leaders accuse her of violating party rules. Barela sits on the Otero County Commission and filed to run for re-election

Adult education in New Mexico has risen to No. 20 in the nation for outcomes, up from No. 50 in 2019, according to the New Mexico Higher Education Department. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Career and Technical Education recently published state data for the 2024-25 academic year and

A string of assaults along the west side Rio Grande bosque has led to a heightened law enforcement presence, school security measures and relocated activities for local groups

Officer will watch live feeds from cameras and drones at city's Real Time Crime Center

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A house and a nearby vehicle were badly damaged by a fire early Tuesday afternoon. an Albuquerque Fire Rescue social media news release said.AFR personnel and equipment were sent to 5004 Glendale Road Northwest around 1 p.m. after reports of a fire at a single-family residence. The fire

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Faced with increasing expenses, the town of Silver City has stopped its sponsorship of community events, and will likely increase its sanitation rates again, according to reports at Tuesday’s meeting of the Town Council. The town is also, for the time being, being required

Concerns about rising utility costs and infrastructure needs dominated Tuesday’s Aztec City Commission meeting, where commissioners postponed a bid for a new water tank and heard a detailed presentation from a local business owner. Item D on the consent agenda, a bid award for the South Aztec Water Tank Replacement

Utility CEO says microgrid project also a go as state fills funding gap left by Department of Energy cancellations

Thousands of New Mexico residents got a shot in the arm. Now, they deserve a pat on the back. A new analysis of New Mexico’s 2025 measles outbreak, published Thursday in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, found the state’s response – including

The United Farm Workers union has distanced itself from annual celebrations of its founder, Cesar Chavez, amid what it said were troubling but unspecified allegations. In a statement Tuesday, the union said allegations of “abuse of young women or minors” were concerning enough to urge people around the country to

Cibola County correctional officer reportedly found suboxone strips in eyeglass case

State gaming regulators issued a cease and desist letter to Lien Games Racing, saying greyhound wagers offered to New Mexicans violate the state’s ban on dog racing

The agreement for the sale of undeveloped commercial land in the city was approved last week by the Roswell City Council.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Over the past six decades, the popularity and value of sets of the LEGO brand -- small, plastic interlocking bricks -- have grown astronomically.No wonder, then, that there is a lucrative market for stolen sets of the LEGO brand that get fenced and sold at a fraction of

‘Stopping takes seconds, losing someone lasts forever,’ Melinda Montoya says in commercial

Filing day brings the upcoming election into view

Attorneys argued Albuquerque police weren't legally required to prevent woman's death

Police are investigating after a bronze figure from the La Jornada installation near the Albuquerque Museum was reported stolen

The Anderson School of Management at the University of New Mexico hosted a team competition this month focused on providing students with real-world experiences.

Deverne Torres Jr. faces up to 15 years in prison

FARMINGTON – High school baseball and softball teams from across the county and parts of New Mexico will take part in a pair of in-season tournaments in Farmington. On Thursday, the Linda Crabtree Memorial Softball Challenge will feature several local teams, including Farmington and Piedra Vista, along with squads from

Sheriff's Office: Gun reported missing from man's home after disappearance; 'currently' no foul play suspected

Years after serving in the U.S. Army as a Farsi translator, Jennie Timar found a new mission: helping disabled veterans and trauma survivors.

Dolores Huerta stated Cesar Chavez manipulated her into having sex, leading to her having two kids she put up for adoption.

Police say a 19-year-old now faces murder and other related charges in a shooting death during an attempted truck theft

Arriving at this historic farmhouse in Arroyo Hondo feels like coming home. The expertly renovated house was built in Territorial style in the early 1900s. It is tucked into the valley on two acres that has grown alfalfa and has a thriving ap…

SANTA FE — The Department of Public Safety’s New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy is ushering in a new era in 2026, with leadership changes pois…

Albuquerque - An incident unfolded on February 3, 2026, in Albuquerque when a SWAT officer shot Roman Kirby, 51, following a prolonged standoff with him in the arroyo between westbound and eastbound lanes of I-40. The incident began with a vehicle crash at Eubank Blvd. and I-40, leading to a

Meet the first responders called to the scene of mental health crises in Bernalillo County

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The eyes of the city are on the Bosque.Not real eyes. Something better -- camera sensors that can detect thermal activity up to 100 feet away.AdvertisementEighteen of these have been installed in wooded areas along the Rio Grande, and already they've detected three fires, said Dave Simon, director

State health officials urge residents to take precautions when cleaning areas with possible rodent droppings

Former Quay County Sheriff Philip Snedeker to face incumbent John Allen

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, the House unanimously passed Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández’s (D-NM-03) bill, House Resolution 4284, the S…

NM became the first state to bar armed agents from polling locations in response to Trump's immigration crackdown and similar steps are being considered in at least a half dozen other Dem-led states

Notes and tidbits from Monday's meeting

Primary candidates include opponents and boosters of AI data center

Base near Alamogordo was put on lockdown at about 5:30 p.m., officials say

It is unclear what started fire or how it's connected to death

There are over 11,000 different art installations in Albuquerque, including many complex mosaics set to be celebrated with a new festival.

MIAMI (AP) — Venezuela won the World Baseball Classic for the first time, rebounding from a blown eighth-inning lead to beat the United States 3-2 Tuesday night on Eugenio Suárez’s tiebreaking double in the ninth. Maikel Garcia’s third-inning sacrifice fly and Wilyer Abreu’s fifth-inning homer off rookie Nolan McLean built

Holloman AFB went into lockdown after reports of a shooting that left one person dead and another injured.

Volunteers hand-scrub banner measuring nearly 2 acres

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Three assaults have been reported within a matter of weeks along a stretch of the Bosque west of the Rio Grande and north of Alameda in Albuquerque, raising concern among people who use the trail.Most regular trail users were already aware of the incidents. Rudy Villareal said the

Police say 51-year-old man was pointing a gun at drivers, officers while under the influence of meth

Injuries do not 'appear to be life-threatening,' spokesperson says

Actor and director Timothy Busfield is out of jail and awaiting trial after being indicted on child sex abuse charges in New Mexico, and now multiple women are coming forward with accusations of abuse while working with him.At least five women have accused Busfield of abusing or unwantedly touching them,

Police have arrested a Santa Clara man, John Elizalde, in connection with a fire Wednesday morning that damaged the Santa Clara post office. Officials said the building will be closed until further notice. Fire Chief Larry Montoya said that papers in a recycling bin by the front door were set

Eight women of impact honored at the 2026 Taoseña Awards For the 8th year running, Taos News has honored eight Women of Impact from the greater Taos community in its Taos Woman publication, available in Thursday’s (March 5) edition of the...

Consultants recommend a sports stadium as part of fairground master plan

SaturdayMarch 21, 2026 @ The Elks 805 Charles Street, Grants. from 5 pm - 12 am Food, Drinks and Music.Come Join Us in his Memory

13,109 Trout Stocked at Bluewater Lake CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - Mid-March brought the kind of momentum anglers like to see at Bluewater Lake: fresh stocking…

BernadetteKastendieckBernadette Kastendieck September 17, 1942 – March 10, 2026 Bernadette Kastendieck, a lifelong resident of Grants, New Mexico, went home to…

New Mexico health officials on Monday reported the state’s first case of rabies, the latest in a string of zoonotic diseases hitting the state for the first time this year. The rabies case, the New Mexico Department of Health said, involved a rabid Sierra County bobcat that attacked several dogs.

Record-high temperatures could be shattered in New Mexico as a heat wave is set to raise temperatures 10-25 degrees above average.

Sheriff: 'They were unprepared, and fortunately, Taos County had the resources available to be able to successfully save their lives'

'We've been waiting for this,' state Rep. Joy Garrett says

Resorts depend on snowmaking operations to keep lifts turning as unseasonably warm, dry winter draws to a close

Reexamined dinosaur bone found near Navajo Nation

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The next president of Western New Mexico University will have to get used to saying “Western New Mexico” rather than “Western Oregon.” With a unanimous vote Tuesday morning, the WNMU Board of Regents approved a contract with Jose E. Coll, now the provost and

Commissioners aim to preempt state law barring detention contracts

If drought continues, concern for fire season will be 'quite high,' NWS meteorologist says

A Colorado man recently pleaded guilty to charges for hauling 300 pounds of meth through New Mexico in the back of a trailer.

Health officials report New Mexico’s first animal rabies case of the year and urge residents to keep pets vaccinated and avoid contact with wild animals

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Cibola County voters now have a clearer picture of what to expect on the June primary ballot after the New Mexico Secretary of State’s…

The Cliff High School Cowgirls, the No. 2 seed in the Class A state basketball tournament, did just enough late Wednesday night to beat the 10th-seeded Lady Demons of Des Moines 44-38 at Bernalillo High School. In a rough-and-tumble game, the Cowgirls took over the lead in the second quarter

Seal would recognize high school seniors who excel in civics coursework or community engagement

Connect to Care event brings IDs, medical help and housing referrals to unhoused residents

The UNM Lobo men's basketball team is playing Wednesday night at The Pit as they start their run in the National Invitation Tournament.

Total of five incumbent House members not seeking reelection this year

High winds swept across New Mexico on Sunday, gusts hit as high as 81 mph at Raton airport, according to NWS

Move follows six months of protests over Santa Teresa data center

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent According to AAA, gas and diesel prices are up $1 and $1.60 per gallon respectively in New Mexico since last month. With the extra burden on the wallet, now might be the perfect time to look at alternate forms of transportation. Silver City has

Deb Haaland posted several statements on March 17-18, 2026 criticizing Donald Trump's economic policies and expressing support for Dolores Huerta after her public disclosure of abuse.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —APD Homicide detectives have arrested a man for a fatal stabbing that took place on Tuesday following a fight between a victim and the suspect.According to witnesses, Trinity Carlson, 45, got into a fight involving a metal pipe with the victim Tuesday evening at the Freeway Liquors, located

PHOENIX (AP) — Bringing the heat in spring training is supposed to be about hard-throwing pitchers, not triple-digit temperatures like those that will impact Major League Baseball spring training games in Arizona for several days this week. Because of a forecasted heat wave in the Phoenix area, at least 10

Death appears to be 'the result of a medical episode,' spokesperson says

Regents at Western New Mexico University unanimously hired a new president Tuesday morning, more than a year after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham cleaned house and appointed five new regents to oversee the Silver City university. At the meeting, regents struck an optimistic tone for the future as they signed a

SANTA FE, N.M. —The Meta versus New Mexico trial is entering its final stages. The state accuses the social media giant of misleading the public and using design features that put children at risk.Just days ago, Meta removed one of those features.AdvertisementThe encryption feature keeps messages completely private between users,

22-year-old allegedly fired multiple rounds into a family’s vehicle, wounding a woman and teen

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s investments in adult education have lifted the state to 20th in the nation for adult education outcomes, up from 50th place in 2019.

A southern New Mexico lawmaker is asking the state attorney general to investigate Otero County commissioners’ recent emergency approval of a five-year detention contract with federal immigration officials, and to determine if it violates a new state law. Rep. Sarah Silva (D-Las Cruces), whose district encompasses portions of Otero and

War, reserve releases and refinery attacks are driving high prices that could extend the Permian boom and reshape New Mexico’s budget

Francesca “Frannie” TafoyaFrancesca “Frannie” Tafoya passed away on March 10, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was 39 years old. She was born on July 26,…

McCasland experienced 'mental fog' in weeks leading up to disappearance, according to BCSO

First lieutenant tribal governor: 'Crime has no boundaries and no jurisdictions'

Change would have raised $113 million for budget, brought raises for city workers

The NBA may move a step closer to adding teams in Seattle and Las Vegas next week when expansion — which has been a topic for some time — will again be discussed by the league's board of governors, two people with knowledge of the matter told The Associated Press

More discussions are to come, but a potential sale of Sixth Street Elementary School to Western New Mexico University is a good deal for the school district, the university and the community, the university’s interim president told the Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education on Monday evening. The WNMU proposal

Doug Turner says 'pretty shocking' incident underscores need for public safety changes

Clerk's failure to lock store led to thefts, fatal shooting

Mayor Keller Despite their robust election victories in November ABQ Mayor Tim Keller and his Santa Fe counterpart Michael Garcia are off to sluggish starts. Keller has gone mostly incognito after securing an unprecedented third term, with one TV reporter having to chase him down the street to get a

Since moving to Grants, this was my second time attending the local and regional awards nights of the annual science fairs. Last year I was amazed by how the…

Celebration in border village draws thousands

Luis Javier Cobos Jr. to serve prison time for beating dogs

Cause of apartment fire remains under investigation, Fire Rescue says

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Recreation Center has been busy with sports, classes and community events since its opening in August 2025. Town of Silver City Parks and Recreation Director Julian Madrid said that the center sees 100 to 200 users daily, on

This week’s athletes of the week are theLaguna-Acoma Ladies Basketball Team.Congratulations on making it to the semi-finals in the NUSENDA 2Astate basketball…

Dispute over party rules has led to GOP infighting

The Grant County Sheriff’s Office on Friday identified a man found dead after a house fire and renewed its request for the public’s help in identifying a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run — both of which occurred on March 6. Henry A. Wedgwood of Arenas Valley was identified as the

The Cobre High School Lady Indians ran into a buzzsaw in the semifinals of the Class AAA state basketball tournament. Late Thursday night at the Rio Rancho Events Center, the top-seeded Lady Eagles of Navajo Prep pulled away from the fifth-seeded Lady Indians to post a 55-27 decision. Navajo Prep

Schools, hospitals, courthouses and city property deemed off limits for Immigration and Customs Enforcement

The long-awaited $62 million Paseo del Norte-Unser expansion on Albuquerque's West Side is finally underway after breaking ground Tuesday.

New video is showing what led up to an hours long shut down of I-40 last month and what eventually ended with a fatal shooting.

Lujan Grisham says annual spending bill marks ‘massive leap’ forward for state

Secretary of State's Office says former governor hopeful can run as write-in candidate for different office

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – As Cibola County moves deeper into March, the latest water data shows Bluewater Lake continuing its gradual decline, the Rio San Jose…

University of New Mexico Police are looking for a man accused of entering a campus residence hall and causing damage before running away.

The District Attorney’s Office has filed a motion for pretrial detention for a man accused of setting a fire in the Santa Clara post office last week, after the same man had been arrested twice for making multiple calls to 911 just the week before. A hearing on pretrial detention

SUNLAND PARK, N.M. —Purlife Dispensary, with nearly 20 locations across New Mexico, has opened a new spot in Sunland Park, a city that ranks second in cannabis sales in the state, generating over $130 million in revenue last year, partly due to its proximity to El Paso, Texas, where recreational

Western Oregon University provost and vice president of academic affairs succeeds Joseph Shepard

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Little Toad Creek Brewery and Distillery is hosting a Shamrock Stroll today alongside other St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Those strolling can start at any one of the participating businesses, and if they visit at least five and end at the Toad, they will receive

"Whether you're breastfeeding or formula feeding, feeding a baby is hard," said peer counseling program manager Liz Jaramillo-Lopez.

New Mexico is set to experience significant temperature changes with dry air causing large day-to-night swings.

The man who reported the truck stolen and the man who later bought it from a third party were both unhappy with the ruling.

A Del Norte High School senior enlisted in the New Mexico Air National Guard, joined by classmates and family.

The Department of Public Safety's handling of records requests continue to draw lawsuits, court rulings and criticism.

Albuquerque police officers are attending street survival training to enhance their skills and safety awareness during traffic stops and other situations.

Retired 68-year-old Maj. Gen. William "Neil" McCasland was last seen at his home in the area of Quail Run Court NE on the morning of Feb. 27.

Just over a year ago, the Trump administration began an immigration enforcement campaign that swept up multiple people who had participated in pro-Palestinian activism on U.S. campuses. The last of those people, Leqaa Kordia, was released Monday. She was freed after the government stopped fighting a judge’s repeated orders that

The candidates have all been touting their experience, records as commissioners and deep roots to the communities.

There's something all able-bodied adults should know how to do if they are with someone who suddenly has a heart attack.Time is of the essence, so something needs to be done right away. That something is hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR. KOAT health expert Abinash Achrekar M.D., best known as

Various Republicans say Amy Barela has broken the rules and cannot be leader of the state party. Democrats should hope she survives.

Martin Ruybalid, a veteran in the world of behavioral health and homeless shelters, was hired to lead the nonprofit last year.

At issue is the party chair's decision to seek reelection to the Otero County Commission, where she is facing a primary challenge.

ICE is pursuing workarounds to the state's Immigrant Safety Act by seeking direct contracts with CoreCivic in two counties.

"We are particularly worried now, mostly because people's bodies haven't had a chance to acclimatize or get used to the heat," health officials said.

Check today's paper for Daniel J. Chacón's coverage of the latest infighting in the state Republican Party, with party officials in Bernalillo…

The Iran war has rattled the global flow of oil, with steeper fuel costs already straining households worldwide. And in the U.S., drivers are now facing the highest prices they’ve seen at the pump in two and a half years. According to motor club AAA, the national average for a

Graham Spencer, 10, leaps while dancing to the music of the Albuquerque and Four Corners Pipe Band, comprised of the Great Highland Scottish b…

Two organizations closely associated with Cesar Chavez are taking action after learning about 'deeply troubling' allegations about him.

Pakistan said Tuesday that its strikes were aimed at military facilities.

Bondi was ordered Tuesday to appear for a deposition on April 14 by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

The legislation would require Americans to prove they are U.S. citizens before they register to vote and to show identification at the polls, …

ALBUQUERQUE — A Mescalero man pleaded guilty to engaging in sexual acts with a minor.

New Mexico's higher education secretary is advising against tuition and fee increases at the state's public colleges and universities.

Outreach efforts during the outbreak coincided with an uptick in vaccine doses administered from January to September 2025.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 10 and March 16, 2026: Zandar Maestas, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Edward Buchannan, Escape From a Community Custody Release Program - Person With Felony Charge, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply (Two Counts). Krystle R. Alarcon,

Registration for the New Mexico Department of Wildlife's Birding Big Year Contest closes on April 1. The contest encourages birders of all experience levels to try to …

A suspect will stay in jail as he faces charges for a road rage shooting that injured two people near Coors Boulevard.

Trump said Tuesday that Cuba “is in very bad shape” and that “we’ll be doing something with Cuba very soon.”

A 7-ton meteor that sped across the Cleveland sky at 45,000 miles per hour on Tuesday broke apart in a thunderous boom that startled residents…

OTERO COUNTY, N.M. —With record-high temperatures forecast for New Mexico this week, Lincoln National Forest on Monday increased its fire danger rating from "moderate" to "high" for all three of its ranger districts.The color-coded rating system for "high," or red, means:Advertisement-- Dry grasses, leaves, and small branches can catch fire

Pain at the pump has been one of the most immediate economic impacts of the war, because crude oil is facing ongoing supply chain disruptions …

Sponsored by U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, the bill was passed unanimously out of the House on Monday.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —An alarm around 5:50 a.m. Tuesday sent firefighters to an unoccupied single-story house at 239 Espanola St. NE, an Albuquerque Fire Rescue social media news release said.AFR's Engine 5 personnel were the first to get to the scene, where they reported seeing a shed engulfed in flames in

Kent also says it's clear the U.S. started the war “due to pressure from Israel.”

sraeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced the deaths of Ali Larijani, the secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, and Gen. …

Defense lawyers say such a ruling is enormously significant if not historic, since it amounts to a Vatican court declaring an act of the pope …

EDGEWOOD, N.M. —A response is underway for a building fire that has closed an intersection in the East Mountains.The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office said Mountain Valley Road and Wildlife Trail are closed in all directions due to the fire response. Early fire conditions caused crews to go into a defensive

Bees are important to our world, yet they're becoming increasingly more endangered, but there's a way you can help save them.

SANTA FE, N.M. —Myra Ellen Jenkins, New Mexico's first state historian and archivist, played a pivotal role in preserving the state's history, setting a precedent for future historians.Jenkins was the first of the modern state historians and the state's first archivist, beginning with the creation of the state archives in

Steven Sonheim became interested in serigraph/silkscreen printing while he was a student at The University of New Mexico in 2018. He had visited an exhibition of prints at a gallery near the campus and became enamored with the process.

SANTA FE — A Santa Fe County dog has been diagnosed with plague — the first animal plague case in the state in 2026.

The Goddard High School (GHS) choral department, under the direction of Rafael Salcido-Reyes, showcased a global repertoire Thursday night during its annual spring con…

SANTA FE — Last Tuesday, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed New Mexico’s annual budget, which includes $630,000 for a medical psilocybin treatment equity fund, a f…

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By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff In the wake of an attack on an EMT last month, Gila Regional Medical Center’s emergency medical services are working to improve communications systems for staff and ambulances. A new radio system will be installed on six ambulances by the beginning of April, including

Deb Haaland shared several updates on social media between March 16-17, 2026, celebrating local student athletes, extending St. Patrick’s Day wishes, and discussing the impact of nuclear testing on New Mexicans while highlighting her efforts...

SANTA FE — A bobcat in Sierra County has tested positive for rabies — the first animal rabies case in the state in 2026.

Kiara Lyons stood outside the Eastern New Mexico Fairgrounds on March 6 not to see the circus, but to protest what she claimed is the mistreatment of one of its stars:…

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is facing renewed scrutiny after posting a campaign video on social media Monday in which she openly touted her role in suing the Trump administration—using taxpayer-funded resources—to block federal access to voter data. In the video, Toulouse Oliver framed the legal battle

The next president of Western New Mexico University will have to get used to saying “Western New Mexico” rather than “Western Oregon.” With a unanimous vote Tuesday morning, the WNMU Board of Regents approved a contract with Jose E. Coll, now the provost and vice president of academic affairs at

A closely watched legislative contest is shaping up in southern New Mexico, where incumbent Democrat State Rep. Sarah Silva of Las Cruces is seeking re-election against Republican challenger Ben Luna of Chaparral in House District 53. The race is expected to be one of the more competitive contests in the

Bregman and HaalandFor the first time, decline to state voters in New Mexico will have the chance to vote in the Democratic or Republican primaries June 2 but they will likely have little impact on the outcome of the gubernatorial or other contests.The chief reason is the very low number

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Roswell officials and staff gave Deputy City Attorney Mike Mathews a warm and memorable sendoff during last week’s city council meeting.

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A Utah woman has been convicted of aggravated murder after poisoning her husband with fentanyl and then self-publishing a children’s book abou…

Explosions are sounding in Dubai after the United Arab Emirates reopened its airspace following a brief closure amid incoming attacks from Iran.

Extreme weather conditions from coast to coast put more than half the U.S. in the path of rough conditions. Storms across the nation’s eastern…

Champions! Lady Eagles pull away from Rio Rancho for state title PETER STEIN/NEWS-SUN ALBUQUERQUE …

Moving at-will employees into classified jobs near the end of a governor's term has been called a long-held tradition in state government.

The purchase of the freestanding building of more than 5,600 feet represents the first time the Forest Stewards Guild won’t be renting space.

High temperatures in some areas of New Mexico could move well into the 90s over the next several days.

Political scholar, professor and activist Heidi Li Feldman, joins the latest episode of "Conversations Different" to discuss the upcoming No K…

Sandy Bosben of SHINE Pet Food says dogs that eat a fresh-food diet live an average of five years longer than dogs eating processed food.

High school STEM students are now a regular sight at the Santa Fe Business Incubator, which recently welcomed a new tenant.

Theodore Manzanares, 46, of Las Vegas, N.M., has not been found, but he faces new charges in connection with the incident.

The bobcat was euthanized after attacking several dogs, and two people are receiving post-exposure rabies vaccines.

Asylum Arcanum: A Wolf Descends into American Madness focuses on Stephen "Wolf" Cummings, who was homeless in the Santa Fe area.

An aerial view of a Rio Grande drying in 2022 following low snowpacks. An aerial view of a Rio Grande drying in 2022 following low snowpacks. Snow drought across the west and record-breaking hot temperatures this winter threaten the majority of New Mexico’s rivers, according to Andrew Mangham, a senior

On March 10th, 2026, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed universal child care into law, making New Mexico the first state in the nation to guarantee no-cost child care for all. According to her office, it sets young children up for success and helps make life more affordable for families. “All

The pro-Project Jupiter campaign comes as data centers have been running into rising community opposition across the country.

Researchers say the discovery of the oldest known recordings of whale sounds could open up a new understanding of how the huge animals communi…

The Bureau of Reclamation in 2025 confirmed the $120 million for the project, but as of last week the money had yet to arrive.

The tool analyzes the city's network of more than 600 miles of water mains to determine which are most in need of repairs.

The Environment Department plans to test wells at four dairies in southern New Mexico, the first step in cleanup.

Alejandro Ramos, 34, faces a slew of charges after police accused him of firing a handgun outside his home Saturday.

Prosecutors are asking a judge to hold a man without bail pending trial after he allegedly threw rocks into the homes of people he knew, as well as through commercial buildings, under what appears to be delusions that they stole his gold.

ALBUQUERQUE — I was in middle-school the first time I heard the boys in my class arguing about who was the G.O.A.T — greatest of all time. Then, I was a kid who stubbornly, intentionally went out of my way to not care about sports, so overhearing the conversation I

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.

ABQ GOP City Councilor Dan Lewis tells us the move to increase the city's gross receipts tax by nearly half a percent will not win approval, if it comes to a vote at tonight's Council meeting. Still, the mere idea of raising taxes in a city with no looming fiscal

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Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Police Department homicide unit is pulling double duty investigating two separate suspicious deaths. One is a burned dead person found behind a grocery store and another at a residence in NW Albuquerque. BURNED BODY CASE APD detectives are investigating the death of a man discovered today

Ballots are being counted in the Republic of Congo after a presidential vote that keeps Denis Sassou N’Guesso on track for a fifth term. On Su…

CYFD pay trumps compensation in nearby states, and is competitive with social work jobs in large local school districts.

State police officers assisted BIA police with a traffic stop on northbound I-25 near Santo Domingo Pueblo, when the driver fled.

The organization is establishing or expanding critical services, like pediatric dentistry, high-risk obstetric care and a retail pharmacy.

China's official news agency Xinhua reports that representatives from Beijing and Washington have begun their economic and trade talks in Pari…

Pakistan says it struck militant hideouts in Afghanistan as cross-border fighting intensified and both sides traded blame. On Sunday, Pakistan…

Current and former workers cite toxic relationships with supervisors, fear of retaliation and constant turnover as top problems.

A company that evaluates news outlets and websites to see which produce reliable journalism says it's under attack by the Trump administration…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is ready for the next trilateral peace talks with the U.S. and Russia, but the meeting depends…

Prosecutors are asking a judge to hold a Santa Cruz man, a convicted murderer, without bail pending trial after he allegedly violated a protection order filed by his soon-to-be ex-wife, threatening her with a gun, having his mother contact her and trying to contact her through CashApp.

Prosecutors are asking for a judge to hold an Española man without bail pending trial after he allegedly reversed his truck toward a deputy’s car that tried to pull him over, then engaged deputies in a slow-speed chase, ending in the hills off State Road 399.

An older New Mexican dicho says, “Frebero loco y Marzo un poco” (crazy February and March a little).

Albuquerque - Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a multi-family residential structure fire near Wyoming and Academy at around 12:20 PM. The fire was declared a two-alarm emergency. Firefighters were searching apartment units due to concerns about a collapse in a portion of the structure.

Albuquerque - Officers responded to a suspicious death call on Friday evening at Smith's parking lot. Upon arrival, the man was pronounced deceased despite efforts from Albuquerque Fire Rescue.

Students from McCurdy Charter School participated in the New Mexico Regional Science Fair Feb. 28 in Las Vegas, New Mexico, after first competing in the school’s local science fair in late January. Winners from each division were selected to represent McCurdy at the regional competition.

Probation officers are asking a judge to send Mackie Roybal, 32, back to prison, after he pleaded guilty in 2017 in four cases, including shooting a 3-year-old in the leg in the Wal-Mart parking lot.

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent Thursday’s regular meeting of the Grant County Commission opened with legislative updates from District 28 state Sen. Gabe Ramos and District 39 state Rep. Luis Terrazas, fresh off the heels of the 2026 session. Ramos reported a total of nearly $9.6 million in capital

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As New Mexico Military Institute celebrates its 135th anniversary this year, Superintendent Voris McBurnette said he is very proud of the progress the school has been …

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Western New Mexico University men’s basketball team is in Dallas today, preparing to play their first game at the National Collegiate Athletic Association DII South Central Region Championship. They will play against St. Edward’s University at Burg Center in Dallas, the team’s first

A former farm boy, Sen. Steve Lanier (R-Aztec) likes to tell audiences that his work in the Legislature is not much different from his first boyhood job.

Front page of the March 11, 1952 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the March 11, 1952 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The United States supreme court has decided a case affecting land that is being held in New Mexico under sale or contract with the

Bucky is a bubbly, bright-eyed beanie bop of a 2-year-old Shepherd-mix with puggle eyes and big beagley ears, and an even bigger heart. At just 27 lbs., he’s the perfectly petite partner: Small enough for sofa snuggles, sturdy enough for sunny strolls and side-by-side adventures. Sweet, soci…

The Doña Ana County Board of County Commissioners delayed approving a potential agreement with the Mescalero Apache Tribe to work together toward the development of an…

FORT BLISS, Texas — The first group of soldiers from the New Mexico Army National Guard’s 1st Battalion, 200th Infantry, returned home on Wednesday, March 11.

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has launched a new interactive digital platform that makes it easier for the public to explore transport…

An RV park and multi-use campground in Ranchos de Taos is blending classic road trip camping with modern-day glamping, boutique lodging, “space cabins” and a pet park. Luxx Lodge is the latest business venture of Gordon Schaeffer, founder and CEO...

Dexter High School (DHS) students Yarimi Romero, left, Gisell Martinez, center and Wendy Calderon, right, stock a "Care Cabinet" in the library in the Hagerman Communi…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health reported a Santa Fe County resident was hospitalized with hantavirus pulmonary syndrome — the first case in New Mexico t…

Early identification and timely response to a healthcare outbreak is critical to minimizing the number of people negatively impacted.

Saturday, March 14 *Baxter-Curren Senior Center yard sale – 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 908 Hickory St.,...Read More

ALBUQUERQUE — Two Colorado women and an associate are charged in a drug‑trafficking and money‑laundering conspiracy that allegedly funneled methamphetamine and cocaine…

In the real estate market in Northern New Mexico, a handful of names have come to represent pride of people and place, an embracing of culture and history. Ryan Trujillo is one such broker, homegrown and constantly growing. Now he's ready to …

After months of quiet fundraising and an impressive early response to its requests for support, St. James Episcopal Church is launching the public phase of its $3.25 million capital campaign to build, equip and create an endowment to insure the...

Red River rolled out three new public transit buses last week, replacing its existing fleet and improving the town’s free, on-demand ride service. according to a press release from the Town of Red River, the three buses will replace its current...

In Taos Pueblo, in the Taos Valley, and throughout the world there are women who live quiet unassuming lives as mothers, housewives, sisters, daughters. They manage a household, make sure children go to and come home from school, ensure meals are...

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Feb. 23 – March 1, 2026. Animals currently in care: 86 Total intakes this week: 25 Transfers this week: 1 Animals in foster: 26 Pounds of food: 600 Number of animal...

Johnny Montoya Johnny Montoya New Mexico Highlands University has named Johnny Montoya Associate Vice President for Government Affairs. Montoya will begin his role April 1, serving in a leadership position within the university’s Government Relations Division. Montoya will serve as Associate Vice President for Government Affairs, Strategy and Operations, helping

Taos County Clerk's Office was busier than usual Tuesday (Mar. 10) morning. Candidate filing day brought aspiring public servants from across the county to sign their intent to run for office in the June 2, 2026 Primary Election. While candidate...

Three Taos County teenagers on a hike to the bottom of the Rio Grande Gorge were rescued Monday night (March 9) after one fell 15 feet while trying to climb back out. “I can’t confirm the specific injuries, but was told a broken pelvis, broken...

Christian Crowell Content warning: This article contains descriptions of animal abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. Christian Crowell Police last week arrested a San Miguel County man on charges of bestiality and burglary after he allegedly broke into a barn and had sex with a dog.

Tuesday was the deadline for Democrats and Republicans to file to run for county and legislative seats, with Republicans expected to face off in several contests.

A public-comment meeting will be held on March 19 for citizens to share their thoughts and ideas about the draft of the Propel Roswell Comprehensive Master Plan. The m…

March 11 — Matt Snell, the bruising running back who powered the New York Jets to their iconic moment in a shocking Super Bowl III ​victory, died Tuesday morning on Lo…

The plan to move the Roswell Police Department (RPD) headquarters to the Roswell Air Center has been delayed to consider other potential arrangements, city officials say.

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March 7 — Former Chicago forward and longtime Blackhawks broadcaster Troy Murray died on Saturday after a long battle with cancer. He was 63.

SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham on Wednesday signed an $11.1 billion state budget for fiscal year 2027 that funds higher education, universal child care, ro…

An investigation is ongoing into a Tuesday evening (March 10) two-vehicle accident in northwest Roswell that sent all six people involved to the hospital and resulted …

New Mexico is once again drawing national scrutiny as multiple conservative national media outlets highlight policies and practices in the state involving late-term abortion access and gender transition support for minors. Recent investigative reports published by Life News and Townhall portray New Mexico as a national hub for permissive abortion

Candidates lined up to file for all 70 state House seats this week amid continued wreckage for Republicans in special elections around the nation, Those national headwinds. say our analysts, rule out any serious chance this year of Republicans altering the Democrats overwhelming House majority of 44-26. Rather, they believe

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Four students from Western Washington University have been selected to attend the 2026 Seattle Times Best of the Pacific Northwest Symposium. The multi-day workshop in the Seattle Times newsroom pairs students with professional mentors, sends them on reporting assignments, and provides training and special access to the work of the

From left: Austin Apodaca, Geno Gonzales and Desiree Trujillo were killed in a house fire early March 7 in Las Vegas. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. From left: Austin Apodaca, Geno Gonzales and Desiree Trujillo were killed in a house fire early March 7 in Las Vegas.

The Taos Municipal Schools District’s plan for overseeing a $50 million voter-approved GO bond took the stage during a Board of Education meeting held Wednesday night (March 4). The $50 million GO bond package was approved by 74 percent of voters...

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday morning signed medical malpractice reform and three other bills aimed at boosting health care affordability, prohibiting certain facility fees and supporting hospitals that honor Medicaid into...

Kit Carson Electric Cooperative is continuing wildfire mitigation efforts across North Central New Mexico as the region faces unusually dry conditions, little precipitation and periods of high wind that increase wildfire risk. The cooperative...

The annual Taos Valley Acequia Association meeting signals spring’s arrival in Northern New Mexico. Members were welcomed to Saturday’s (March 7) meeting by Promotora Cultural of the New Mexico Acequia Association Soledad García’s rendition of...

Fly fishing ebbs and and flows with low snow Fishing on the Rio Grande's 70 miles of public water is great all year long, Taos Fly Shop Owner Nick Streit says, but it wasn't always like that. He remembers snowy winters growing up when anglers...

As the newly-formed New Mexico “Truth Commission” investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch in Santa Fe County ramps up, the scope of the disgraced late financiers’ activities, contacts and travel in the Land of Enchantment is coming into...

Local and state officials are warning about a scam in which New Mexican residents are told they owe money for unpaid tolls, despite there being no toll roads in the state. “The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) officials emphasize...

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from March 4, 2026 – March 8, 2026 March 4 7:35 a.m. Unknown Problem, Paseo del Cañon East — Caller advised bats were attacking his house, then...

The Town of Taos Council voted on two items related to "dilapidated" properties in their regular meeting Tuesday (Mar. 10). For one, with council approval, the town will manage the abatement of Course Pasture. The other, located at 514 Dolan St....

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined lawmakers, cabinet officials, children and child care providers on March 10, 2026, to sign her free, universal child care initiative into law. New Mexico is the first state in the U.S. to offer such a program. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined

Robertson High School senior Antonio D. Romero, left, meets with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham during the legislative session in Santa Fe. Robertson High School senior Antonio D. Romero, left, meets with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham during the legislative session in Santa Fe. A Robertson High School senior with aspirations to

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A real debate or a three ring circus? The one and only "debate" that Dem gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland has agreed to participate in with opponent Sam Bregman is in fact not a debate but one of the oddest set-ups for a candidate face-off ever seen in these enchanted parts.The

ALBUQUERQUE — A previously convicted felon was sentenced to 100 months in prison following multiple encounters with law enforcement, which resulted in the recovery of …

CARLSBAD — Federal officials are readying nuclear waste from Idaho for disposal at a repository near Carlsbad.

A newly signed New Mexico tax law is drawing criticism from tax policy experts, who warn it could weaken the state’s business climate and make it less attractive for investment. In a March 11 analysis published by the Tax Foundation, Senior Policy Analyst Abir Mandal cautioned that Senate Bill 151,

SANTA FE — New Mexico Medicaid now covers traditional healing practices for Native American Medicaid members in participating Tribes, Nations or Pueblos, expanding cul…

ALBUQUERQUE — A previously deported Mexican national, together with his Hobbs‑based distributor and her associates, has been charged in federal court with running a me…

ALBUQUERQUE — When Sandia National Laboratories scientists Ryan Davis and Nathan Bays set out to find a better way to absorb and degrade PFAS in water sources, they ke…

SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday signed four education bills, putting years of investment and measurable student gains into permanent state law.

SANTA FE — New Mexico is accepting public comment until March 18 on proposed housing recovery efforts on floodplains for homes in Lincoln and Chaves counties.

Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland captured 74% of New Mexico Democratic delegates’ votes over the weekend at the state party’s preprimary convention. Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland captured 74% of New Mexico Democratic delegates’ votes over the weekend at the state party’s preprimary convention. Former U.S. Interior Secretary

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) is warning residents about a scam involving a fake court notice that is being distributed by text message an…

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 3 and March 9, 2026: Aubrey Douglas, Criminal Damage to Property. Trudy P. Lucero, Aggravated First DWI (Refused to Submit to Chemical Testing), Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Failure to Maintain Traffic

ALBUQUERQUE — More than 16 Soldiers from the New Mexico Army National Guard’s 1115th Transportation Company responded to a plane crash on the Los Altos Golf Course on Friday.

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HaalandDeb Haaland easily overpowered Sam Bregman at the Democratic party preprimary convention at the Inn of the Mountain Gods this weekend, besting the BernCo District Attorney by winning the votes of 733 delegates for 73.52 percent of the vote. Bregman managed only 264 votes or 26.48 percent. The lopsided, decisive

SANTA FE — New Mexico parents who are behind on child support payments may be denied hunting or fishing licenses under the state’s Parental Responsibility Act.

Arrowhead Center at New Mexico State University has been awarded $450,000 through the New Mexico Entrepreneurship Programmatic Support Grant, administered by the New M…

Establishing local behavioral health services is among the agenda items the Roswell City Council is scheduled to consider this week. The councilors’ regular monthly me…

Filing day for the 2026 primary election cycle took place Tuesday, March 10, locking in a wide range of candidates seeking seats in the New Mexico Legislature. With paperwork submitted to the Secretary of State’s Office by the afternoon deadline, dozens of state House races across the state are now

The Las Vegas Fire Department, along with the Las Vegas Police Department, responded to a structure fire at approximately 2:37 AM on Saturday, March 7, 2026, on the 1300 Block of Pecos Street. Crews arrived to find smoke and flames visible and immediately began suppression efforts. A primary search of

United States Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett did not envision a career as a judge. Rather, the former law professor and mother of seven children, was “really more thinking about how to balance a career as a lawyer and being kind of a two-career family and having young children

A judge found Ricky Romero not competent to stand trial and a danger to the community, on Aug. 26, ordering him to be committed to the state’s mental hospital in Las Vegas.

Former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull reset the race for the '26 GOP gubernatorial nomination in Ruidoso Saturday by chalking up a formidable 57 percent preprimary convention win in the five way race for placement on the June 2 primary ballot. (All convention results here.) Hull, who received 239 of

Joe Biden’s ex-U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland secured a dominant share of support from Democrat Party insiders at the New Mexico Democrat Party’s pre-primary convention, easily defeating Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman in the race for the party’s gubernatorial nomination. Delegate voting placed the far-left Democrat far ahead of

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has now signed 48 of the 74 bills the Legislature passed during the legislative session that concluded Feb. 19, 2026. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has now signed 48 of the 74 bills the Legislature passed during the legislative session that concluded Feb.

Darby is 1-year-old, 58 lbs. and already at the top of her class. She’s a bright, bouncy beauty with signature rear-to-ear wiggles and a “let’s go!” attitude toward life. Loves other dogs, prefers a feline-free fan club and is made of loyalty, smarts and sunshine. After nearly eight weeks of…

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Republican and Democrat activists gathered in southern New Mexico over the weekend for their respective pre-primary conventions, marking a key step in shaping the candidate fields ahead of the June 2 primary elections. While Democrats met in Mescalero and continued tallying votes through the weekend, Republicans convened in nearby Ruidoso,

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Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell (ENMU-R) announced the appointment of Craig R. Leager as the new vice president of Academic and Student Affairs, effective July 1.

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ALBUQUERQUE — The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is $3.08 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch. That pri…

A group of New Mexico lawmakers representing southeastern districts talked about the results of the 2026 legislative session, which ended on Feb. 19.

Front page of the March 2, 1938 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the March 2, 1938 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. While assisting the Y.M.C.A. and Commercial club joint committee in preparing its report for the Loyal Order of Moose, William E. Gortner came across

SANTA FE — Four federal inmates held in southern New Mexico detention facilities have tested positive for measles, bringing the number of 2026 measles cases in the sta…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (NMEDD) has awarded $2.5 million in grants to five organizations to expand services and programming that help…

As part of the commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary, residents across New Mexico are invited to help answer that question by deciding what should be p…

A local man was arrested Tuesday evening and charged with the stabbing of another local man in what investigators believe was an unprovoked attack in west Roswell.

CLAYTON — The first dedicated film theater in Europe opened in 1899 in France. It was beaten, however, by just two short years by the Washington Iowa State Theater in …

Love Letter Tattoo is hosting a fundraiser for DreamSkate on Friday, March 13, with $20 tattoos. Love Letter Tattoo is hosting a fundraiser for DreamSkate on Friday, March 13, with $20 tattoos. A Friday the 13th tradition is taking on new meaning this year as a local nonprofit celebrates its

In March, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) plans to conduct a prescribed burn operation about 33 miles northwest of Roswell in Chaves County. The operation will tak…

New Mexico is once again in the national spotlight for all the wrong reasons after a bombshell report revealed that Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Deb Haaland once flew on a private jet connected to disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According to reporting by the New York Post, newly

The book, written by local author Alicia K. Anderson, takes “ a holistic approach ” to healing burnout. The book costs $21.95, but is available to read for free at both the Las Vegas Carnegie Public Library and the Thomas C. Donnelly Library on the New Mexico Highlands University campus.

A spate of good economic news has arrived in New Mexico but it's largely due to bad news from around the globe. An ABQ defense firm says they are expanding their workforce to manufacture more drones which have become a weapon of choice in the Ukraine and Middle East wars.DC

Ameena Ankliss, 16, is an 11th grader at the United World College in Montezuma. She will be traveling to Albuquerque on Sunday to compete in Poetry Out Loud, a nationwide poetry recitation competition. She will also be recognized for writing an original poem. Ameena Ankliss, 16, is an 11th grader

A new diner in Angel Fire is serving up gumbo, pulled pork sandwiches, catfish beignets and other Southern and Southwestern comfort foods. “It’s good food for everybody — Southwestern comfort food, basically,” John Sturdivant, owner and...

At the Feb. 25 meeting of the Holy Cross Medical Center board of directors, Chair Paul Sands reported that the hospital is proud to pay a “living wage” to all full-time staff who have successfully completed onboarding and training. Unlike a...

Social media use has contributed to the prevalence and severity of mental health problems in New Mexico’s children, but their parents and grandparents are ill equipped to protect them, a University of New Mexico professor of child psychiatry...

Disappointing amounts of snow this season, and longer than normal lift lines at Taos Ski Valley Saturday (Feb. 21) may have impacted the athletic component of the Ben Myers Ridge-A-Thon fundraiser this year, but it could not dampen the event’s...

The North Central Regional Transit District Blue Bus has appointed Bryan Walck deputy executive director of operations, according to a news release. Walck brings nearly two decades of public transportation experience to the Blue Bus. He will...

A federal inmate held in the Doña Ana County Detention Center has tested positive for measles according to a March 4 news release from the New Mexico Department of Health. This case brings the total number of 2026 measles cases in New Mexico to...

Councilor Paul WymerRio Rancho, the state's third largest city, chose GOP City Councilor Paul Wymer as their favorite mayoral candidate last night, sending him to an April 14 run-off election with Democrat Alex Piland.Wymer goes into that second election a heavy favorite after claiming 45 percent of the vote in

Police have charged a teen boy in the shooting death of 30-year-old Malik Isaiah Richards late last month. Prosecutors arrested 16-year-old Seth Gomez and booked him into a juvenile detention facility on multiple criminal charges, including second-degree murder. An investigation into Gomez began after New Mexico State Police officers responded

The beloved Beaver Creek Trail at the base of Hermit’s Peak is a potential recovery site for an Eco-village. The beloved Beaver Creek Trail at the base of Hermit’s Peak is a potential recovery site for an Eco-village. The University of New Mexico’s School of Architecture and Planning is sponsoring

Some New Mexico voters headed to the polls Tuesday for a series of municipal elections across the state, delivering decisive victories in some cities, razor-thin margins in others, and at least one high-profile mayoral upset. In Española, incumbent first-term Mayor John Ramon Vigil was defeated by former City Councilor Dennis

Luna Community College (LCC) has received formal notification from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) confirming that its Institutional Actions Council (IAC) has concurred with the findings of a Focused Visit peer review team, the visiting team sent by HLC to evaluate LCC’s progress, and affirmed that the College has demonstrated

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between February 24 and March 2, 2026: Loriann Garcia, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. David Salazar, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Jennifer J. Cruz, Breaking an Entering, Criminal Damage to Property, Criminal Trespass (Unposted). Richard R. Tafoya, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP, Shoplifting (Over

Diminished snow pack in New Mexico, as well as ongoing drought and above-normal temperatures, could mean an active wildfire season across the state through June, according to a new long-term forecast and the National Weather Service. Fire season has already begun in New Mexico: Much of northeast New Mexico is

Deb Haaland Is the debate over debates over? It seems so.After weeks of chiding from Sam Bregman for not agreeing to debates, Deb Haaland's camp has clarified that there is one debate scheduled and she will take part:The announcement comes after Haaland agreed to the debate in September 2025. The

According to WalletHub’s 2026 “Best States to Live In” study, New Mexico ranks dead last in the nation — a sobering distinction that underscores years of troubling trends in education, health, and public safety. The annual analysis compares all 50 states across 51 separate indicators, including affordability, economic performance, education

An op-ed penned by Javier Martínez, Reena Szczepanski, Day Hochman-Vigil and Raymundo Lara and published in the Albuquerque Journal and the Los Alamos Reporter paints a glowing picture of the 2026 Legislative Session. But New Mexicans say the self-congratulatory tone ignores a glaring reality: meaningful crime reform once again died

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico released its weekly immigration and border crime enforcement statistics Friday, outlining a significant number of federal charges filed over the past week as part of ongoing border security operations in the state. According to the report, in the one-week period

Top-Ranked Agencies for Search, Reputation, and Digital Growth in 2026 Top-Ranked Agencies for Search, Reputation, and Digital Growth in 2026 Las Vegas is one of the most competitive business markets in the United States. Whether you operate in hospitality, real estate, legal services, healthcare, finance, or retail, your ability to

Michelle Morrison, left, and her husband David Brown are set to perform and share their knowledge of belly dancing and world music at the Plaza Hotel on March 14. Michelle Morrison, left, and her husband David Brown are set to perform and share their knowledge of belly dancing and world

A Santa Fe district judge on Friday dismissed a legal challenge seeking to remove Republican gubernatorial candidate Duke Rodriguez from the 2026 primary ballot, marking the second court ruling this week rejecting claims about his eligibility. State District Judge Matthew Wilson determined that the most recent complaint, filed by fellow

Front page of the Feb. 23, 1889 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Feb. 23, 1889 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The East side Elks’ soliciting committee, composed of H.G. Murphey, Dr. C.S. Losey and M.M. Padgett, was out today disposing of tickets to those

Far-left New Mexico Democrat Teresa Leger Fernandez is drawing sharp criticism after making what many are calling an insane claim about voter ID laws, asserting that Republicans support voter identification requirements because “they don’t want women to vote… they don’t want working families to vote.” New Mexico Democrat Rep. Teresa

The 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session concluded with a sharp partisan divide over public safety, taxes, healthcare, immigration policy, and government expansion. While lawmakers advanced several significant measures, dozens of high-profile proposals were defeated, leaving both sides claiming victories and frustrations. Among the most notable bipartisan wins was HB80, which

A tragic Monday unfolded across New Mexico as two separate law enforcement incidents shook communities from Albuquerque to Fort Sumner — including the heartbreaking line-of-duty death of a veteran sergeant with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office confirmed late Monday evening that one of its sergeants

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.

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

In the final stretch of New Mexico’s legislative session, two sweeping gun control measures championed by progressive Democrats have effectively collapsed — a major victory for New Mexicans’ Second Amendment rights. Senate Bill 17, the so-called “Stop Illegal Gun Trade and Extremely Dangerous Weapons Act,” was rolled indefinitely in the

Two of the most hotly debated bills of the session — one targeting emissions policy and the other unconstitutional sweeping gun regulations — triggered marathon hearings, sharp partisan divides, and dueling victory statements this week at the Roundhouse. On Wednesday, the Senate rejected Senate Bill 18, the so-called “Clear Horizons

A Las Cruces woman is behind bars after police say she gave birth to a baby girl inside a portable toilet and left the newborn in the holding tank, resulting in the child’s death. According to authorities, 38-year-old Sonia Jimenez was arrested following an investigation that began late Saturday night.

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A long-running effort to overhaul how New Mexico oversees its public schools came to an abrupt halt this week, leaving the governor with even greater control over an education system that continues to rank last in the nation — behind all 50 states and the District of Columbia — according

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

A sweeping gun control proposal that critics say represents one of the most extreme assaults on the Second Amendment in New Mexico history is now headed to the Senate floor. Senate Bill 17, which would ban the sale of a broad range of semi-automatic firearms and impose heavy new mandates

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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

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

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...

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...

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

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

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...

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