Police say suspects lured man to Old Town-area home before killing him

State plans to build new 165,000-square foot executive office building on site

Paul Wymer and Alexandria Piland finish up campaigns in battle to replace Gregg Hull

A 19-year-old from Española faces felony charges in connection with a drive-by shooting that injured another man.

The city of Raton is working with Picuris Pueblo on a deal that could create an economic shakeup in the New Mexico-Colorado border region and offer a fresh revenue stream for the remote tribe. A casino project has been in the works for more than...

New Mexico investigators used "vehicles, drones, and cadaver canines" to search Jeffrey Epstein's Santa Fe County property last month.

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

At its regular meeting Wednesday night (April 8), the Taos Municipal Schools Board of Education voted 3-2 to renew superintendent Antonio Layton Jr.’s contract for one year.

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

828 Productions fights termination of economic development deal

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

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

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

Attorneys also asking federal judge to approve detailed jury questionnaire

A truck carrying Little Debbie cakes caught fire in southeast Albuquerque and destroyed the full load.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) — Rory McIlroy is the Masters champion again, this time without falling to his knees on the 18th green and sobbing over finally achieving his lifelong dream. That didn't make Sunday at Augusta National any easier. McIlroy coughed up a six-shot lead in the third round. He

City prepared to take the federal government to court if tested

Isabella's journey follows a harrowing year of cancer treatments

Republican and Democratic party condemn weekend vandalism at state GOP office

In NM and other places, tribes exempt from state fuel taxes can sell for much less than competing stations nearby

Six of the nation's top 10 most abnormally hot months have been in the last 10 years

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

Prosecutors described woman's 2023 death as 'torture'

APD did not release man's identity, details limited

U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-M. A.) recently co-led a letter signed by more than 30 members of Congress – including fellow Democratic New Mexico U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich – asking the Department of Homeland Security Investigator General to investigate problems with the online locator system

Lawsuit filed to bar agency from using confidentiality laws to cover up failures, retaliate against foster parents

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

BLOOMFIELD – A dozen teams from across New Mexico converged Saturday at Bloomfield High School for the 21st annual Harry Hayes Invite, where local athletes delivered state-qualifying marks and standout performances. Piedra Vista High School swept the team titles behind dominant efforts in the sprints and relays. The Panther girls

Fierce fighting was continuing in the southern Lebanese town of Bint Jbeil. Israeli troops were encircling the area.

It is unclear if there was any damage

FARMINGTON – Corrina Corrina added another stakes race victory to her already impressive resumé, rallying from off the pace to post a convincing win Sunday in the $70,000 Russell and Helen Foutz Distaff Stakes at SunRay Park and Casino. Ridden by Tracy Hebert for trainer Gary Cross and owner Derrick

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

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

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

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The two finalists for the Cobre Board of Education’s superintendent search will participate in a public forum today. Finalists Verenice Gutierrez and Carla Spaniel provided biographies to the Daily Press this week. Gutierrez was born and raised in El Paso, and holds degrees from

Wester: Trump is 'uncomfortable and defensive' about Pope Leo's public comments

Police say woman reported her ex-boyfriend would bring a bomb on American Airlines flight, prompting a search

By CHERYL THORNBURG Daily Press Correspondent GLENWOOD—If you’re looking for something to do in the great outdoors, check out the annual Glenwood Dutch Oven Gathering this Saturday, April 11, at Glenwood Community Park. The event features teams cooking up delicious meals in Dutch ovens at campsites around the park. Visitors

Vargas served on state Court of Appeals before joining the high court

Courts have detected AI-generated hallucinations in at least seven NM lawsuits since 2023, leading to warnings and sanctions

Weir was head coach of UNM and NMSU before turning to athletics administration

UNM's nurse-midwifery program ranks 7th nationwide

A new impact study commissioned by UNM-Taos demonstrates the significant educational, economic, and community benefits of the proposed Cielo Centro Observatory, a cornerstone of the college’s broader Cielo Centro — Sky Center — project. Conducted...

The San Juan County District Attorney’s Office has dismissed all charges against an Ignacio man who had been accused of aggravated assault and harassment in 2024. The DA’s Office on Sept. 27, 2024, filed a nolle prosequi order dismissing the charges against Jordan Nunez-McClanahan, now 40, after the alleged victim

New Mexico insurance nonrenewals rose from just over 1,900 in 2022 to more than 6,200 in 2025 as wildfire risk pushes more properties out of reach.

A New Mexico Environment Department board on Monday voted to increase fees for developers seeking air quality permits in a move that environmental advocates said would boost much-needed funding for state inspections, monitoring and enforcement. State law requires developers to apply for air quality permits if they plan to build

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff With a goal of protecting the U.S. 180 highway bridge over the Gila River, the New Mexico Department of Transportation presented several concepts of plans to the Cliff and Gila communities at a meeting held Thursday evening. The NMDOT has secured about $10 million

She is the lead engineer for the main navigation flight control and propulsion systems

Public questions costs, fairness as school board mulls action

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

State will ask a judge next month to order Meta to verify user ages, other measures to protect children

A Bernalillo County jury found Jaime Villanueva guilty on seven child sex abuse counts on Monday.

The attorney for a man shot by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during an enforcement stop in California says his client was arreste…

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Police say a 42-year-old Las Cruces tattoo artist is accused of sexually assaulting a 19-year-old customer at his shop and providing alcohol to a minor

Andrew Witt is the fifth Metropolitan Detention Center inmate to die in 2026, MDC spokesperson says

Both men were drinking before the fatal shooting

Former presidential candidate Andrew Yang attends party's launch, cites disillusionment among young voters

A New Mexico judge scheduled a jury trial for next summer in the State Ethics Commission’s lawsuit against former Western New Mexico University President Joseph Shepard. The Commission sued Shepard last year and accused him of taking money intended for Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant construction projects and instead using it

CD2 candidate Jose Orozco endorsed fellow GOP candidate Greg Cunningham to boost 'party unity'

Annual event at Bataan Memorial Building marks surrender to Japan

Veteran GOP lawmaker disqualified for failing to submit proper nominating petitions

Police arrested a Silver City man Wednesday in the shooting of a 17-year-old girl on March 29. Abran Travis Grijalva, 37, was arrested at about 12:30 p.m. Wednesday by the Silver City police and is being held in the Grant County Detention Center on charges of attempted murder, two counts

Analysts forecast growing gap between the city’s largest fund and yearly spending

A Farmington teen who was being held at the Youth Development Diagnostic Center in Albuquerque has been charged with aggravated battery on a peace officer, according to the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office. Justice Sanchez, 18, is accused of participating in the assault along with Adrian Brown, 18, of Albuquerque,

Lawsuit settled over high-speed pursuit in crash that killed Carlsbad woman, litigation still pending for medical malpractice defendants

Town is looking at all options, hasn't 'ruled out dealing with Santa Fe County,' mayor says

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

First Young Park shooter convicted of murder sets stage for appeal

Raton opened its first baby box at Raton Fire Rescue, adding to 15 baby boxes total in New Mexico.

The State of the Tech Workforce 2026 report ranks New Mexico 38th nationally with a tech labor force of more than 97,000 workers.

Two of the suspects are facing murder charges in other cases, according to court records

Notes and tidbits from Monday's meeting

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

New Mexico Reforestation Center set for April 27 groundbreaking in Las Vegas

Santa Clara Pueblo native served for 32 years as superintendent of the Santa Fe Indian School

FARMINGTON – The Piedra Vista High School boys tennis team completed a weekend sweep at the Farmington Sports Complex, following up a dominant Friday performance with a gritty 5-4 victory over Rio Rancho High School on Saturday. After handling Cleveland High 7-2 the day prior, the Panthers found themselves in

Josiah Ontiveros, 16, was the youngest of the four men charged over the March 2025 shootout during an informal car meet in Las Cruces

Rio Grande Alcoholism Treatment Program to soft launch facility in 30 days, with expansion in the works

First-term GOP lawmaker withdrew from House race on final day to do so

In New Mexico’s House District 4, which encompasses the state’s northwestern-most corner and part of the Navajo Nation, energy is the name of the game. The district falls within San Juan County, encompassing a large swath of rural and native land, as well as parts of Farmington, a significant metropolitan

Three 18-year-old boys accused of violent crimes now face claims they beat a correctional officer so badly that the officer suffered serious injuries.

'Don't ever believe that you're not making a difference'

The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is urging caution in the aftermath of two incidents involving what a news release described as “unusually aggressive wildlife behavior” in Catron County. Those incidents involved a bobcat and a fox approaching and engaging with hikers and campers within the Gila Wilderness. The news

The state Supreme Court today reaffirmed the legal framework followed in New Mexico to determine whether a defendant’s convictions violate constitutional double jeopardy protections against multiple punishments for the same crime. In a unanimous...

Slight drop in traffic fatalities reported in March, according to data from NMDOT and University of New Mexico

Those who turned over guns were given $100 to $250, depending on the type of weapon

New surveys show more Americans are adding meat to their meals, a shift New Mexico ranchers say supports the state’s role in beef production.

By third grade, New Mexico childhood obesity rates outpace the national average — which hovers around 20% for those 2 to 19.

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

Southern NM congressman says conditions 'beneath our American values'

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

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

Albuquerque-based Urban Hot Dog Company won the Best Hot Dog in America competition after beating 64 other restaurants in a fan-voted bracket.

Rio Rancho’s two mayoral candidates are making their final pitches to voters ahead of Tuesday’s runoff.

ESTANCIA, N.M. —A pair of firefighters with the Torrance County Fire Department were taken into custody on felony charges in Estancia.Court documents show Randy and Hanna Sanchez are both charged with felony counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon. A homeless man with a metal bar was reported near

Luna Community College, in partnership with the Workforce Integration Network (WIN), will host the Northeastern New Mexico Health & Career Fair on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Gerald P. Ortega Wellness Center on the Luna campus. This dynamic event will bring together healthcare

The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is launching its free 16-weekcitizen academyon May 12, offering participants a closer look at its operations and specialized programs.The academy, which began in 2013, includes sessions on K-9 units, virtual reality technology, and the emergency response team. Participants will also have the chance to visit

Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March, according to the latest consumer price index figures released Friday. Costs jumped 0.9% in March compared to the previous month — that’s up from the 0.3% increase in February. Prices for all

Lane closures Tuesday and Wednesday will impact a stretch of I-25 between the San Felipe overpass and the Cochiti Lake exit.

For two Albuquerque students, walking across at graduation won’t feel complete unless they’re allowed to wear something meaningful: their Girl Scout cords and stoles.

An inmate at the Metropolitan Detention Center was found dead on Saturday at a halfway house in Albuquerque.A spokesperson for MDC said 45-year-old Andrew Witt was discovered at the facility Saturday afternoon. First responders attempted to revive Witt but were unsuccessful.AdvertisementAccording to MDC, Witt was sentenced to the jail's Community

Police are investigating a violent assault on a correctional officer at the Youth Development and Diagnostic Center that occurred over the weekend. Three suspects, Adrian Brown, Justice Sanchez, and Ezekiel Ullibarri, all 18, have been charged with aggravated battery on a peace officer in connection with the incident. The officer

The tax deadline is just two days away, and experts are advising caution for those using artificial intelligence tools to assist with filing.Christina Roman, senior manager of consumer education and advocacy at Experian, said AI can be helpful for answering general tax or finance questions, but users should avoid uploading

Emergency road repairs are underway on I-25 southbound at Central Avenue.

The headquarters of the Republican Party of New Mexico in Albuquerque has once again been targeted—this time in a late-night act of vandalism that party officials are calling the latest example of escalating political hostility. According to party leadership, an object was thrown through a glass window at the GOP’s

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced a holistic health fair set for May and proclaimed April as Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month in New Mexico through posts made on April 12-13, 2026.

Taub, who was 86, co-founded Los Amigos del Parque, which gives breakfast and warm clothing to immigrant day laborers.

Matt Gontram has heard the gloom-and-doom talk about how low river levels could hurt his business. But he’s not buying it.

A new study showing New Mexicans shouldering the fourth highest tax burden in the nation will be fodder for GOP Guv candidates Duke Rodriguez and Doug Turner. Both have been calling for either eliminating or chipping away at the state's gross receipts tax and personal income tax.If the WalletHub study

The deadline to file taxes is Wednesday but there is still time to maximize your refund or pay less before your rush to submit your return.

Haaland continues to far outraise and outspend her Democratic rival in their race for the party's nomination for governor.

Meteorologists forecast both storms and critical fire weather. Gusty — and sometimes hazardous — winds are expected too.

Amnesty International said it confirmed from survivors that at least 100 people were killed in the airstrike on a village in Yobe state.

The director of the Texas summer camp where 27 campers and counselors were killed by a devastating flood in 2025 said he did not see early fed…

Trump's statement on Monday was part of his effort to force Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz and accept a deal to end the war that has rage…

An unspecified object was thrown a window at GOP headquarters in Albuquerque just days after an unidentified person showed up holding a sign.

IAIA's new computer science program brings new degree offerings and a digital renaissance across the campus' disciplines.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —After 14 years in business, Urban Hot Dog owner Matthew Bernabe has managed to survive by being creative, ambitious, and down-to-earth at the same time.His business has been featured on the Food Network and the Cooking Channel, but now he's competing at the pinnacle of the hot dog

Trump's lawsuit came after the Journal published an article that described a sexually suggestive letter the newspaper said bore Trump’s signature.

A dog walker called for police Sunday evening after discovering human remains near Caja del Rio Road, officials said.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Cardboard Playhouse Theatre Company has surpassed its fundraising goal for a permanent home, raising $101,146 through a 24-hour stream-a-thon to support young performers in Albuquerque.The fundraiser, held April 11-12 on YouTube and Twitch, was launched to help the organization make a down payment on a building near Menaul

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a probe into Lululemon over the potential use of harmful chemicals in its clothing. The activew…

A local nonprofit youth theatre company raised enough money to not only survive but also expand their mission and move into their own space.

New Mexico Public Education Secretary Mariana Padilla joins "Conversations Different" to discuss the state's free summer reading program and c…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A correctional officer at the Bernalillo County Juvenile Detention Center was injured on Saturday after entering a room occupied by three juvenile males.The officer had been on a break when he entered the room the teens were in. He was allegedly punched by one of them, and then

The golden rule for sustainable investors is to try to avoid investing in companies whose products hurt people or the environment.

Passenger rail plans in Colorado include a future expansion to New Mexico, which just released its own 20-year rail plan.

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

Wind gusts near 50 mph are likely in New Mexico Tuesday as another active weather system moves through the Four Corners.

New Mexicans donated more than $198,000 through a Cottonwood Mall giving machine.

More than a thousand movie stars, writers, directors and other Hollywood professionals announced their “unequivocal opposition” to the propose…

Work has started on the Santa Barbara-Martineztown Community Garden, a project focused on local food access.

The New Mexico Chupacabras arena football team picked up a milestone win with their new name, 47-40 against the Northern Arizona Wranglers.

The University of New Mexico is doubling down on its immigration-related initiatives, launching a new “Immigration Working Group” just as existing university policies already restrict how federal immigration agents can operate on campus. The newly announced group will coordinate resources, messaging, and campus-wide responses to immigration issues, building on earlier

Editor The 2025 Kids Count Data Book released this past week, displaying the annual update on how children are faring across the state, and more specifically in San Miguel and Mora Counties. While the state showed improvements in several areas compared to previous years, local communities showed continued struggles in

April in New Mexico is usually kitten season, which is when cat births typically spike and fill up shelters across the state.

After Friday and Saturday brought some rainfall to the Albuquerque metro, a chance of some spotty showers will persist briefly for some.

Babies too young to be vaccinated are among the most vulnerable in measles outbreaks like the one in South Carolina, which is the largest the …

New Mexico is entering a pivotal moment to improve outcomes for children. The candidates vying to be governor and lieutenant governor share th…

Amber Bizardie, a student at San Juan College High School, received the Navajo Nation Seal of Bilingual Proficiency at the Superior Level.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —It might not be the first one that comes to mind, but the wide world of sports includes horseshoe pitching, and this weekend New Mexico was at the epicenter of a national horseshoe competition.An estimated 350 competitors, supporters, and spectators descended on Mariposa Basin Park in Albuquerque this

Rep. Rebecca Dow was booted from the ballot last week, leaving only a Democratic write-in candidate in a swing district.

Big-bucks Sen. Ben Ray Luján says his fundraising missed a target. Beleaguered Republican Amy Barela claims to have a winning formula.

Money for a children's museum, STEM Signing Day registration and more Northern New Mexico education news.

Multiple candidates called for CYFD to be restructured, proposing to split the agency or relinquish control of it.

His defeat after 16 years in power led to celebrations on Sunday from both Democrats and Republicans, some of whom criticized the Trump admini…

Biblical stories like Jonah and the whale would be required reading for Texas public schools students under proposals that are putting the sta…

After battling drug addiction, domestic violence and homelessness, the woman said the accomplishment has given her freedom.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Keeping the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous persons from slipping from public awareness can be a challenge, so some activists have taken a fresh approach: the Good Heart Medicine Tour.Organizers of the tour's stop in Albuquerque are combining education about Native culture with self-defense demonstrations. The day

City leaders say the shelter's future at the midtown campus is undetermined but they are committed to ensuring it remains operational.

A suspect is dead after officers initially found him unconscious while responding to a domestic violence call in southeast Albuquerque.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Banana Ball, a light-hearted version of "America's national pastime" that has gained a big following, is back in the Duke City.At a 2026 Banana Ball City Selection Show, televised on ESPN2, Albuquerque was picked as one of the locations for the inaugural tour of the newly formed Banana

U.S. Central Command says it will begin a blockade of all Iranian ports on Monday at 10 a.m. EDT, or 5:30 p.m. in Iran, to be “enforced impart…

Albuquerque - According to the Albuquerque Police Department, APD in partnership with community organizations collected 225 firearms during Saturday’s safe surrender gun buyback event. The event was held at APD’s University Substation and it brought in a wide range of firearms including handguns, rifles, and assault-style weapons. During the event,

The General Staff of Ukraine’s armed forces said it had recorded 2,299 ceasefire violations including assaults, shelling and small drone launches.

Senator Michael Padilla shared updates between April 10-12, highlighting meetings with AARP New Mexico about broadband legislation, announcing funding for local infrastructure improvements, and receiving recognition from the Boys & Girls Clubs of...

The Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest has proven to be popular with the public and a showcase for small, specialty businesses whose customers are mostly online.Jared Coronado is one of the owners of Coronado Coffee, a wholesale business that serves businesses in Phoenix and has online customers Colorado, Texas, New

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is ramping up early political messaging ahead of the 2026 election cycle, sending what critics would describe as a sky-is-falling fundraising appeal warning that Democrats could lose control of the U.S. Senate—while urging donors to immediately contribute to Sen. Ben Ray Luján’s reelection campaign.

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

An inmate at the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center was found dead at a halfway house while in a community custody program.

Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin criticized the tactics of farmers and truckers who blocked access to the nation's only oil refinery and s…

A mobile app is helping travelers discover more than 16,000 unusual tourist attractions along the 2,448 miles of Route 66, from classic landmarks to quirky roadside oddities.Doug Kirby, co-founder of Roadside America, said, "We kind of come in from the side where we cover the offbeat places, the sort of

Albuquerque - The Multi-Agency Task Force (MATF) is investigating an early morning incident in which a domestic violence suspect died while officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were responding to a call. According to APD's civilian PIO Gilbert Gallegos, "the adult male was unconscious, but breathing, when officers arrived shortly

The two finalists for the next Cobre superintendent answered questions submitted by the community during a public forum Thursday. Finalists Verenice Gutierrez and Carla Spaniel answered questions and made statements at the session after a rocky start due to technology troubles and the need to switch the meeting platform. Board

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Despite a more than $2 million loss of revenue from reduced student enrollment, Western New Mexico University will not raise its tuition for next year. At a meeting Friday morning, the university’s Board of Regents approved tuition and fees, along with taking the next

The new Santa Fe food hall at 150 Washington Ave. will feature 17 vendors — 11 eateries and six beverage enterprises.

Developer Jim Long of Heritage Real Estate Co. says there should be plenty of parking options, with nearby garages and metered parking.

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Accounts of the devil himself materializing in Northern New Mexico appeared in newspapers throughout the 1980s.

Essential updates for Roswell’s seniors, gig workers and seasoned filers

Three candidates for Santa Fe County sheriff shared their thoughts on maintaining progress with staffing at the agency.

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Members of the Bayard community showed up in green and black Wednesday for a prayer vigil for Cobre High School student Kali Cope. Cope is currently in treatment after being shot March 29 while riding as a passenger in a car in Silver City.

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The three candidates for Santa Fe County sheriff all expressed interest in continuing the agency's four-day workweek policy.

Philosopher Cornel West prescribed spiritualism, blues and "righteous indignation" for students' modern-day struggles.

Dodson was arrested with three other men at a protest organized by Shut Down Drone Warfare with help from New Mexico Veterans for Peace.

The next National Championship Air Races and Air Show will be held Sept. 16-20 at the Roswell Air Center. And this is going to be the second year that Roswell and the …

Students from Dexter High School who competed in the SkillsUSA New Mexico Conference in Albuquerque did quite well in the competition, earning…

Advocates say an incident logging practice has kept caseworkers and attorneys from accessing information about children.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland released her first ad of the campaign on Saturday.

Farmers have been told to expect longer wait times between irrigation deliveries and were encouraged to "take water when it is available."

Today in sports, information about the Goddard and NMMI tennis match that took place on Tuesday, and the two local athletes who qualified for …

Individual shelters have received four to five referrals a day from CYFD, according to shelter employees — and the agency won't pick a youth u…

A southeastern New Mexico legislative race took an unexpected turn this week after a first-term Republican lawmaker abruptly withdrew his reelection bid—just hours before the legal deadline—potentially clearing the path for another GOP candidate to secure the seat. According to reporting by the Albuquerque Journal, Rep. Mark Murphy, a Roswell-based

The reports, which are typically published every month January through May, are expected to return this month.

Albuquerque experienced several major incidents this week, including a plane crash at Los Altos Golf Course and a fatal shooting on Menaul Blvd. Singleton Schreiber, a personal injury firm, is sponsoring the top stories.

Taos United, in partnership with LOR Foundation and Channel 72, is hosting an event from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday (April 14) to connect volunteers with local service-based organizations.

Front page of the April 8, 1899 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Las Vegas will soon have a street car system in operation of which the citizens may well feel proud. Manager William A. Buddocke has the utmost confidence in the future of the community and within less than

Residents in the Taos area can’t say there’s nothing to do and nowhere to gather.

A Colfax County man has been sentenced to 48 years in prison after being found guilty on felony sex charges involving two minors, according to a press release from the 8th Judicial District Attorney’s Office. Dustin Lee Pettit was found guilty...

Mike Campbell, band director for the West Las Vegas Dons, also plays drums for the New Mexico Highlands University Jazz Band. He’s pictured here during a Tuesday night rehearsal at the university’s music building. The jazz band will have its spring semester concert on April 16 at 6 p.m. at

Albuquerque - Police responded to reports of a possible shooting Thursday evening in northeast Albuquerque, prompting a significant law enforcement presence in the area. According to initial information, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were dispatched around 6:40 PM to the 5920 block of McLeod Rd NE after receiving reports

SANTA FE — On Thursday, District Judge Bryan Biedscheid rejected Meta's motion to postpone the bench trial in State of New Mexico v. Meta Platforms Inc., clearing the …

SANTA FE — Median family income in New Mexico grew faster than in any other state in 2024, child poverty fell by the largest margin in the nation and kindergarten read…

LAS CRUCES — New Mexico meat processing businesses may apply for a share of approximately $3 million in state grant funding beginning April 13, the New Mexico Departme…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) has relaunched its statewide volunteer program with a new centralized hub connecting New Mexi…

A local woman has been criminally charged after calling an airline Wednesday morning and making what investigators found to be a false report that her ex-boyfriend was…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Wildlife urges outdoor recreationists to remain cautious following two separate incidents involving unusually aggressive wildli…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Hispanic Access Foundation announced on Thursday the 2026 dates for the 12th annual Latino Conservation Week (LCW) to take place Sept. 12-20. LC…

SANTA FE — New Mexico passed an independent audit of its fiscal year 2025 (FY25) finances with no significant findings, confirming that the state accurately and transp…

Fed up with illegal dumping, Dixon-area residents recently took matters into their own hands, coordinating with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management and Taos County to clean up two illegal dump sites. According to a BLM spokesperson, the agency’s...

The Chevron Questa Mine closed in 2014 but the oil giant’s presence in Questa persists. Nearly 100 years of molybdenum mining produced quantities of waste that will likely take decades to clean up, and a 2017 consent decree between Chevron Mining...

The Town of Taos’ effort to distribute $300,000 in cannabis tax revenue to critical social services hasn’t yet reached fruition after two failed requests for proposals, confusion from applicants and alleged conflict of interest involving a town...

A student at Taos Middle School was found in possession of parts of what appeared to be a weapon during school hours on Wednesday, prompting the response of school officials and the Taos Police Department. According to a statement from Taos...

For 25 years, Golden Willow Retreat Center has provided what founder Ted Wiard calls a “sanctuary for loss,” a space where people come not because of a diagnosis, identity, or belief system, but because something in their life has shattered...

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Ygnacio Barrera Morales brought a sense of justice, not just to his courtroom but to other parts of his life and to those around him, his family and friends said. Even at the age of 97, he still fought for what he believed in,

ELEPHANT BUTTE — On Wednesday, Attorney General Raúl Torrez released a 224-page investigative report finding that New Mexico's Children, Youth and Families Department …

University of Texas at El Paso is moving forward with plans to establish a law school—an effort that could have major ripple effects across the border in southern New Mexico, where a severe shortage of attorneys is already straining the justice system. The university recently announced a $5 million contribution

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. A 40-year-old man is facing multiple criminal charges for allegedly forcing his teen daughter to engage in sexual acts with him several times during the past four years. Prosecutors charged Paul

Ufologist Nick Pope dies at 60

A new feature at a floral shop is designed to let children’s curiosity and creativity bloom. Outside of Flowers on 11th, a small wooden bench invites children to create a bouquet from artificial flowers and other supplies, just like employees inside the store would do. Dubbed a Curiosity Corner, it’s

Three requests to allow businesses to operate properties within residential areas were recommended by members of the Roswell Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On May 1 at 6 p.m., the New Mexico Delegation brings together representatives from the U.S. military service academies for a virtual Q&A session…

Spring in New Mexico is a season of renewal — longer days, warmer temperatures and, of course, wind — and a natural reminder to reset our health habits. This April, le…

Rep. Dow (Eddie Moore, Journal)Don't believe the optimists. It can always get worse. Case in point is the latest downer development for state Republicans. State Rep. Rebecca Dow, one of the leading lights left in the beleaguered minority party, flubbed the petition process for her re-election bid and has been

Las Vegan Jim Terr was living on the West Coast in 1974 when he first heard about the human-potential seminar, EST, and the following year began a deep dive into the controversial human development program which lasted until the early 1980s. The seminar was experienced by over one million people.

SANTA FE — New Energy Economy (NEE) on Tuesday issued a forceful response to testimony filed by Blackstone and TXNM/PNM in Case No. 25-00060-UT, calling the arguments …

Water tops opponents’ concerns

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau (NMF&LB) submitted earlier in April a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency…

Cadets practice rigorously for the Zia Rising event

James Kurui is working on a project headed by Highlands Chemistry Chair Dr. Nabanita Saikia, an assistant professor of physical/computational chemistry. James Kurui is working on a project headed by Highlands Chemistry Chair Dr. Nabanita Saikia, an assistant professor of physical/computational chemistry. New Mexico Highlands University sophomore James Kurui has

Heritage Inspirations is expanding its presence in Taos this spring with new community programs, discounted tours for residents and a new public-facing location. The experiential travel company recently launched a series of community-focused...

On Saturday (April 4), the Taos of Taos hosted its fourth annual Easter Eggstravaganza, where kids and their family members can enjoy free food and participate in its yearly Easter Egg hunt, which features over 20,000 eggs. The events are...

Only three hours into Holy Tuesday, in the dead of night in Ranchos de Taos, seventh-generation santero, Angelo L. Romero was dressed in all black from head to toe with a 49ers cap. His partner, Cindy Ann Miera y Romero, followed Romero in a...

Taos County received an unmodified, or “clean,” audit opinion for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, according to a presentation by Cordova CPAs at the regular county commission meeting Tuesday (April 7). "We rendered an unmodified opinion,...

Imagine Children’s Museum, 104 Des Georges Pl., is adding a café to its offerings and the public is invited to a soft opening Monday (April 13) and grand opening Wednesday (April 15). Imagine Art Café is an art-infused gathering space designed to...

Nearly four years after opening its doors, Taos Food Hall’s premiere restaurant, La Terraza de Taos Cocina, has entered a new phase.The Bahena family has settled into a larger space in the food hall’s ground floor, renovated the patio, and in the...

A recent analysis of the economic impact of New Mexico’s outdoor recreation sector paints a picture of an industry that is thriving in some respects while still struggling to overcome the effects of the coronavirus pandemic in terms of job...

Taos County Sheriff Steve Miera said in a press release Monday (April 6) that deputies have recovered the remains of an individual who died by suicide at the Rio Grande Gorge Bride on the afternoon of Easter Sunday (April 5). "Today your...

A 16-year-old Taos resident was sentenced Monday (March 30) to a two-year commitment at the New Mexico Youth Diagnostics and Development Center in Albuquerque. District Judge Jeffrey Shannon handed down the sentence after the teen pleaded guilty...

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

Jon Sandoval, who offers free FlingGolf clinics, poses with a FlingStick used to play the game on Monday at the Gene Torres Golf Course. Jon Sandoval, who offers free FlingGolf clinics, poses with a FlingStick used to play the game on Monday at the Gene Torres Golf Course. A sport

Over the objections of local and federal officials, two federal agencies on April 6, 2026, officially announced the reversal of a mining ban on nearly 165,000 federal acres in the Upper Pecos watershed. Over the objections of local and federal officials, two federal agencies on April 6, 2026, officially announced

SANTA FE — New Mexicans can access free vaccinations, reproductive health services, opioid use disorder treatment, nutrition support and children’s medical services at…

SANTA FE — Alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico dropped 23% between 2021 and 2024, the New Mexico Department of Health announced Tuesday as the state marks Alcohol Awa…

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

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

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

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

A New Mexico judge has removed Republican state Rep. Rebecca Dow, the House Republicans’ caucus chair, from the June primary ballot following a legal challenge filed by her former Democrat opponent—an outcome critics say highlights growing concerns about partisan tactics being used to reshape the state’s political landscape. The ruling

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

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

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

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent On Tuesday, Grant County government departments presented their annual budget requests to the Grant County Commission — and during his presentation, Grant County DWI Prevention Administrator Daniel Graves reported that his program would no longer be able to fund Corre Cantinas, the after-hours ride

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Today in sports, information about the baseball doubleheader between Dexter and New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) that took place on Thursday. Also, the state quali…

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

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

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

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

Sunday, April 5 *Easter *Easter in Rotary Park – 5 p.m., Rotary Park, West 18th...Read More

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

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

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

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

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

Front page of the April 2, 1900 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the April 2, 1900 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Santa Fe, N.M., (AP) Unless residents of Springer change their present sentiments, it appeared today, the district highway shops are likely to remain in

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

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

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

Celebrating the regulars who made these restaurants icons

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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 ...

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...

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

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

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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 ...

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 ...

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

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...

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