Senator Crystal Brantley (R) and representatives Rebecca Dow (R) and Gail Armstrong (R) reflected on their experiences of the last legislative session. Read moreBrantley, Dow and Armstrong reflect on session

Catron County voted to amend its disaster declaration on Tuesday.

By ANDREW WANG Daily Press Correspondent The Hurley Town Council held its regular meeting last Tuesday at the Hurley Community Center, with Mayor Ed Stevens and Mayor Pro Tem Reynaldo C. Maynes, as well as Councilors Pete Ordoñez, Aron Phillips and Robert Candelaria, in attendance. During public comments, Hurley resident

At approximately 8:40 a.m. on February 13, Socorro County Fire Departments were dispatched to Hwy 116 in northern Socorro County in reference to a train derailment. The main concern of the seven-car derailment being three cars bearing sulfuric acid.

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By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It may seem like just a fun evening in the park, but TheActrix Studio’s production of DitchSpeare can also be a catharsis for its viewers, the production’s director said. The third annual performance of classical works of William Shakespeare and his contemporaries begins this

County commissioners voted unanimously for an ordinance that allow appointed officials to be eligible for training and certification program rewards that vary fro… Read moreAppointed officials now eligible for rewards

By ANDREW WANG Daily Press Correspondent The Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society held a ceremony Saturday dedicated to soldiers from the Spanish-American War after the donation of a flagpole from the Sons of Spanish-American War Veterans. Historic Fort Bayard today hosts an array of historical houses, a theater and other

On Thursday, March 13, a crowd gathered at the Socorro County Annex Building to celebrate the opening of the region’s new America’s Job Center office. Guests were welcomed with light refreshments and mingled from booth to booth. The occasion,…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The legacy of John Counts at Western New Mexico University is one of establishing a foundation for future presidents to continue building on, according to one former student of the late president emeritus. Counts was president of WNMU from 1993 to 2011, and died

Pope Francis, leader of the Catholic faithful, died Monday at his residence in the Vatican, just one day after appearing at St. Peter’s Square to offer a public E… Read more‘ A legacy of hope’

At last week’s City of Socorro meeting, Mayor Ravi Bhasker announced he would prepare documents to formally request from the New Mexico Department of Transportation to reduce the city’s ambulance service area to Socorro city limits if the cou…

The County Livestock Loss Authority had their first meeting since the State Ethics Commission settlement last week at the Socorro County Annex I.

Regional jet airline service returns to Farmington in May, and Four Corners Regional Airport Manager Mike Lewis recently was honored for his work in securing the contract with SkyWest Airlines. Lewis was named the 2025 New Mexico Airport Manager of the Year by the New Mexico Airport Managers Association. “It

Catron County’s Magistrate Judge, Hon. Susan E. Griffin has been temporarily suspended without pay effective immediately according to an order from the Supreme Court of New Mexico dated February 5.

The banking status of Socorro City was discussed in last week’s meeting.

The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the April 16 death of a Colorado man, whose body was found in his 2003 Mercedes at a Lonestar Speedway gas station in Bloomfield. The name of the 71-year-old Salida man was being withheld until his next of kin was notified, an

Socorro County settled two million dollars in a lawsuit for the alleged civil and constitutional rights violation of Jessie Chavez, an inmate at the Socorro County detention Center.

Socorro community members asked the city during public input if they would consider a dialog regarding opening the city pool year-round at their regular meeting l… Read moreSwimmers request year-round pool

New Mexico saw a 31% increase in the number of home insurance policies that were not renewed from 2018 to 2023, according to information compiled by two advocacy groups. The groups Public Citizen and Revolving Door Project used information from the U.S. Treasury’s Federal Insurance Office and a U.S. Senate

When Pat Serrault retired at 72, she thought her 58 years of hard work and paying into Social Security would mean she’d be set for her later years. “It’s my money. It isn’t a whole lot in the scheme of things, but I earned it,” Serrault told Source in a

On Saturday, members of the Fire Departments from Midway, North Socorro County, Magdalena, the Very Large Array (VLA), and Pie Town met at the Magdalena Fire Station for an auto extrication training exercise. This collaborative effort focused…

In the early hours of February 28, Trisha Lopez was awakened by her six-month-old puppy barking. When she and her husband, Alvaro Lopez, went outside to investigate, they detected the smell of smoke.

By ANDREW WANG Daily Press Correspondent With fire danger extremely high this season, the drop of an insignificant cigarette to the ground could mean blazing flames. Just two weeks into the month, April has already seen three significant fires, keeping fire departments, volunteer services and police busy establishing traffic blocks,

A district court judge has ordered that a Farmington man accused of assaulting a woman and killing a man in a downtown parking lot must undergo an evaluation to determine whether he is mentally competent to stand trial. District Judge Curtis Gurley addressed the issue during a hearing April 24

Socorro City Council agreed to form a committee of two city councilors to meet with two county commissioners to negotiate funding for emergency services.

While Belen resident Juan Sanchez only decided to run in the 2026 Democratic primary for New Mexico Land Commissioner in the last few months, he’s been thinking about it for longer, he says. “I’ve been traveling the state for the last 10 years, working in natural resources, conservation and public

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff With the 2025 legislative session ended and the governor’s veto deadline passed, Grant County legislators said benefits for veterans and no new taxes were among the successes but found disappointment in inaction on rural health care and juvenile crime. For District 28 state Sen.

As of Friday, April 11, Socorro Electric Cooperative (SEC) customers who draw their power from the Magdalena Substation will no longer experience scheduled outages from the 69kv/Magdalena Substation Project.

The Farmington High School dining hall was filled with the smell of comfort food on April 12 as 29 students from elementary grades to high school competed in the third annual FHS Junior Chef Competition. The event encourages culinary skills and innovation with students plating a variety of dishes this

As dawn broke on Saturday morning, a spirited group of 33 runners assembled on a mesa along the Quebradas Byway. They prepared to navigate 33 miles of rocky terrain, with stretches of sandy arroyos and ridgelines.

Stephen Wells is a geologist by profession, but after becoming president of one of the state’s most prestigious universities, the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, he became a financial sleuth.

Catron County is scheduled to hold a special meeting at 10 a.m. on April 3 to consider a resolution to declare an emergency due to the extreme continual injury and damage caused by the Mexican Grey Wolves.

Socorro Mayor Ravi Bhasker told Socorro County Manager Andy Lotrich that there was no room for negotiation regarding the City’s request for the county to fund salaries for three EMS firefighter positions.

At the March 11 Socorro County meeting, Julie Griego, county assessor, recommended that veterans check their notice values, scheduled to be mailed out on April 1, to ensure they receive their full $10,000 exemption.

A Waterflow man who allegedly pointed a gun at strangers in a Smith’s grocery store parking lot will remain in jail while facing three felony charges. Judge Curtis Gurley of the 11th Judicial District on April 22 granted the state’s motion to hold Shia Silverhatband in the San Juan County

After experiencing multiple relocations throughout the years, the Socorro Friends of the Library (FOL) has proudly established a permanent home for their beloved bookstore in a spacious new building.

The city council and mayor heard a presentation by Jason Everett last week at their regular meeting regarding fire and emergency services.

Daniel Rufenacht of Magdalena was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter last week after a three-day jury trial.

Socorro County experienced an outage of cell phone and internet service on February 12.

Albuquerque – On Thursday, April 24, 2025, residents of Albuquerque who rely on the PulsePoint app to monitor motor vehicle crashes, fires, hazmat incidents, gas leaks, and medical responses from Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) noticed the app went dark at approximately 11:36 AM. After numerous citizen complaints and inquiries, AFR

New Mexico Tech released the following statement in response to an article concerning its former president, Stephen Wells, filing a whistleblower lawsuit in which he alleges the university’s mismanagement of funds caused the loss of millions …

Eight people spoke up during public comment at the Socorro County Commission meeting last Tuesday, concerned that their roads were going to be removed from the county road maintenance list.

Thirty volunteers rolled up their sleeves on Saturday morning to clean up trash and make updates to Otero Park, Sandbar Park and Bosque Park.

Due to a procedural error, the Santa Clara Board of Trustees voted to rescind a March 27 denial of a zoning variance application at its meeting Thursday — but then voted again to deny the request. The consideration of the variance application had been listed incorrectly on the March 27

Students at three universities across New Mexico have had their student visas revoked by the U.S. Department of State, the schools confirmed Tuesday. Read moreInternational students visas revoked

In recognition of National Poetry Month, the Navajo Technical University BFA Creative Writing Program and the Navajo Nation Poet Laureate Committee celebrated the literary arts on April 17 and 18 at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque that included poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and script writing. The third annual symposium

The Catron County courthouse exceeded capacity, with approximately 150 attendees crowding the courtroom and hallways during an emergency meeting on Thursday morning.

It’s been a year and some change since ground broke on a new affordable housing project in Socorro. According to El Camino Real Housing Authority Executive Director Mary Ann Chavez-Lopez, the new Vista de Socorro is a 32-unit apartment comple…

ALBUQUERQUE – Thousands of people are gathering in New Mexico for a celebration showcasing Native American and Indigenous dancers, musicians and artisans from around the world. Billed by organizers as the largest powwow in North America, the annual Gathering of Nations festival kicks off Friday with a colorful procession of

Thru-hiking season on the Continental Divide Trail kicks off this weekend with an annual celebration of not just the trail, but also of what Silver City contributes to it. This is the 10th year for CDT Trail Days, and Teresa Martinez, executive director and co-founder of the Continental Divide Trail

Multiple organizations are combining forces Saturday, April 19, at the City of Socorro Rodeo and Sports Complex to make this Easter weekend the most exciting yet. Read moreFamily fun fest Saturday

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Socorro County commissioners approved the annual certified maintained mileage report for 2025 at their March 25 meeting.

On Saturday, April 5, Socorro was among the over 1,300 US and international cities to host a Hands Off rally in protest of the current presidential administration.

Socorro High School for many years has been one of New Mexico’s outstanding Class 3A football programs.

By ANDREW WANG Daily Press Correspondent A gathering organized by the Continental Divide Trail Coalition and its partners commenced Thursday at Open Space Brewing in the Santa Clara armory. Coalition members, thru-hikers and locals spent the evening sipping beer, devouring pizza and sharing stories with sunburnt smiles all around. The

Fifteen-year-old Taylor McQueen and her quarter horse, Pickles, shared a unique bond she fears she will never have again.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff For more than 10 days now, online access at Western New Mexico University has almost ground to a halt, after a cyberattack paralyzed a number of key computer systems on campus. Faculty and staff might be able to get more information today, however, at

People interested in becoming a caregiver for older adults or people with disabilities in New Mexico will face more strict requirements under a new state law but now have a way of appealing if they get rejected. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on April 7 signed House Bill 131, which enhances

The next few weeks mark the peak of bird migration season, a biannual natural phenomenon when hundreds of millions of birds journey across the continent, primarily at night. Scientists are calling on the public to participate in conservation efforts by turning off unnecessary artificial lights at home, potentially saving millions

The Socorro County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) met on Thursday, March 27, at the Socorro Convention Center to conduct a tabletop exercise designed to prepare key responders for an active school shooter scenario.

Mayor Richard Rumpf broke ties at the Magdalena village meeting last week over two agenda items: one to approve a conference in Las Vegas and another to increase … Read moreRumpf breaks ties

Jurors convicted an Albuquerque man this week in a case that prosecutors described as a fatal road-rage shooting that killed 50-year-old Jessie Lovato in 2022. Read moreJury convicts ABQ man of second-degree murder in 2022 road-rage shooting death

Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan is accused of escorting the man and his lawyer out of her courtroom through the jury door last week after learning that immigration authorities were seeking his arrest.

LAS CRUCES — Former Doña Ana County Magistrate Judge Joel Cano is accused of smashing a phone with a hammer and his wife, Nancy, of plotting to erase a Facebook a… Read moreFormer judge and wife charged with destroying evidence sought by federal authorities

Netflix's new Western drama Ransom Canyon is already topping the charts with the Land of Enchantment as its backdrop.

The last of three friends accused of killing a driver in Colorado during a night of throwing rocks at cars faces life in prison after being convicted of first-degree murder.

For some, braided hairstyles are just a way to keep hair away from the face and eyes, a simple hairstyle meant for nothing more than convenience. Read moreSacred strands: Honoring Indigenous tradition through hair at Gathering of Nations

Bosque School, a private college preparatory school serving grades 6-12 in Albuquerque, received a $3.5 million gift, which is the largest in the school’s history.

SANTA ANA PUEBLO — Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel and Albuquerque Recycling, Inc., are hosting an electronics recycling event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 2… Read moreElectronics recycling event set for Saturday

SANTA FE — It's been a golden age for New Mexico Democrats since winning all statewide elected offices in 2018. Read moreWith key election cycle on horizon, four candidates vying to lead NM Democratic Party

Santa Fe County is poised to hire a new director to oversee the management of housing voucher programs and 200 public housing units.

In a court filing, former judge Jose Luis Cano denied the U.S. government’s characterization of the men as gang members.

Ten states have active outbreaks: Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Texas.

A woman is accused of firing bullets into a West Side park, hitting an 8-year-old boy in the arm, during a fight Thursday. Read moreWoman charged in shooting of 8-year-old during fight at West Side park

Weeks after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) began eliminating the registration of thousands of international student visas across the country, the Depar… Read moreVisas status restored for some NM students, for now

Thousands flooded into Expo New Mexico for a weekend of parades, performances and the Miss Indian World Contest.

BERNALILLO — May is "All About Birds" at the Coronado Historic Site First Sunday event. Read moreHistoric site program takes to the skies with focus on birds

A 36-year-old Albuquerque man was arrested Friday morning after, Santa Fe police said, he threatened a state Department of Transportation road…

A tornado watch has been issued for parts of eastern New Mexico until 9 p.m. on Friday night.Curry, Roosevelt, and Lea Counties are impacted by the tornado watch. Advertisement The Storm Prediction Center placed parts of eastern New Mexico under a slight and enhanced risk of severe weather this evening.

The Sustainability Music Festival focuses on making New Mexico greener. The festival will begin this weekend in Albuquerque.

The charter school has a particular focus on individualized student mentorship, community involvement and the arts.

Manuel Rios-Alderete was one of five men charged with Adan Ponce-Galdeano's shooting death but the only one to stand trial.

The actor and 65-year-old Betsy Arakawa-Hackman were found Feb. 26 in their Santa Fe home after maintenance workers called police.

Three days of public viewing of Pope Francis’ body by ordinary mourners and statesmen alike have ended and the pontiff's coffin sealed.

Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain’s Prince Andrew and other influential men of sexually exploiting her as a teenager trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein, has died.

Hundreds of international students lost legal status without notice; legal pushback prompted the federal government to restore some SEVIS access.

SANTA FE, N.M. — New Mexico has its first reported case of the plague in 2025. It was reported by the New Mexico Department of Health on Friday, April 25. A dog living in Santa Fe County has been diagnosed with the plague. It has since received care and recovered,

Jonathan Mora and Austin Peterson each face criminal charges after witnesses alleged the two were 'road-raging' on Cerrillos Road.

ALBUQUERQUE — Rio Rancho-based R4Creating took home the Excellence Award for the elementary division at the VEX IQ State Championships, advancing to the World's R… Read moreR4 team takes top spot, advances to world competition

Stamps have enshrined the faces of presidents, celebrated the end of world wars and raised money for the treatment of diseases such as Alzheimer's — now the U.S. … Read moreNative American culture honored with commemorative postage art by Cochiti Pueblo's Mateo Romero

The Trump administration is decrying a legal effort by New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and several other state attorneys generals to challenge the emergency po…

The retailer, which bills itself as the largest sports goods chain in the Midwest, will occupy nearly 60,000 square feet.

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Nineteen states that refused to comply with a Trump administration directive aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion programs in public schools went a step further Friday, filing a federal lawsuit challenging what they consider an illegal threat to cut federal funding.

One of the biggest powwows in North America brings Native American groups from around the world together in Albuquerque.

A woman who ran a day care out of her mobile home is accused of looking the other way while her husband for years sexually abused three girls she was paid to babysit.

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Negotiations between Iran and the United States over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program are to return to the secluded sultanate of Oman.

Two volunteers with a local nonprofit organization connected to Goddard High School are now facing embezzlement charges after allegedly using the group's funds for per…

A story on Page A-6 published Thursday, April 24, 2025, incorrectly reported the number of students attending the upcoming Enchantment Awards…

Russia’s top criminal investigation agency says a senior military officer has been killed by a car bomb. Friday's killing was the second attack on a top Russian military officer in four months that Moscow has blamed on Ukraine. The victim, Lt. Gen. Yaroslav Moskalik, was a deputy head of the

Severe storms may develop in the eastern plains Friday afternoon and again Saturday in New Mexico.

New video is showing the moments Las Cruces police officers arrested one of the teen suspects in the recent deadly shooting at Young Park.

Jayce Love, 22, is on a quest to raise funds to help him get to Switzerland this summer to train to be an FIS – or Federation of International Skiing – athlete. Jayce Love, 22, is on a quest to raise funds to help him get to Switzerland this summer

The Health Department raised the alarm because plague can pass to humans through flea bites or contact with infected animals.

A former Doña Ana County magistrate judge is responding to allegations that he knowingly allowed members of a Venezuelan gang to live on his property, calling the claims “sensationalism at the highest possible level.” Joel Cano, who resigned from his position in March, is now permanently barred from serving as

Santos admitted he deceived donors and stole the identities of nearly a dozen people to fund his congressional campaign.

RIO ARRIBA COUNTY, N.M. — A friend of former Rio Arriba County Sheriff Billy Merrifield placed a 911 call on Easter Sunday after finding the 51-year-old dead outside of his house in a patrol car. KOAT received the call through a public records request on Thursday. New Mexico State Police

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. A 29-year-old former Las Vegas resident is facing felony charges after being accused of inappropriately touching a Las Vegas girl in 2022, when she was 9. Prosecutors this week charged Brandon

RIO RANCHO — An intoxicated man was arrested after he allegedly fired a gun at a resident in Northern Meadows over Easter weekend. Read moreMan arrested for firing shots at Northern Meadows resident

Albuquerque police say they found two juveniles in Joseph Lacour-Benavidez's home after they ran away from their foster family.

London is a dreamy 5-month-old dilute tortie, with the moon in her eyes and fur kissed by stardust sparkled greys and creams. A little shy at first, she’s a galaxy of love waiting to unfold. With a calm, confident kitty guide and a few cosmic treats, she’ll learn to orbit

A former Albuquerque Community Safety responder has alleged that the department retaliated when she spoke up.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The annual Gathering of Nations Powwow begins Friday at Expo New Mexico in Albuquerque. The festivities officially kicked off Thursday night with the Miss Indian World Traditional Presentations at the Albuquerque Convention Center. Advertisement Established in 1983, the Gathering of Nations has grown into North America's largest

Americans are divided on the deportation of Venezuelan immigrants accused of being gang members to El Salvador.

The latest master plan to redevelop Club Rio Rancho has ruffled some feathers among people who live nearby.

Front page of the April 19, 1978 Las Vegas Optic Front page of the April 19, 1978 Las Vegas Optic To the Editor of The Optic: In its issue of April 16th The Optic made reference to the fact that the city council was looking for bids for the plans

Sheri Crider wants to transform vacant Central Avenue building into a space for artists and the community.

Work to repair the city’s largest water storage facility continues. During this week’s Infrastructure Committee meeting, a city staff member said the rehabilitation of…

Costumes from Robertson High School's recent production of The Lion King Jr. will be on display at the Las Vegas Arts Council gallery at 140 Bridge St. throughout the month of May. Costumes from Robertson High School's recent production of The Lion King Jr. will be on display at the

CURRY COUNTY, N.M. — A total of four dozen cats and dogs were taken from a home in eastern New Mexico.Deputies with the Curry County Sheriff's Office were at the home in Curry County for a court order. The home was described as being in an unsanitary condition once deputies

A former Las Cruces judge and his wife have been tied to a case of alleged Venezuelan gang members living on their property.

Sandroing. Courtesy photo MIFA News: SANTA FE — The Museum of International Folk Art is proud to announce its first exhibition focused on Oceania in more than six decades, Sandroing: Tracing Kastom in Vanuatuopening June 29, 2025. In fact, this is the first exhibition outside of Melanesia to focus on

NMDOH News: SANTA FE — A Santa Fe County dog has been diagnosed with plague – marking the first animal plague case in the state in 2025. The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports the dog received veterinary care and has recovered. “Plague is a bacterial disease in wildlife

Rebecca Dow, the state representative for New Mexico’s 38th District, said state child welfare officials are avoiding accountability under the guise of confidentiality following the death of a 16-year-old in their custody.

Newly-released 911 audio is shedding light on the moments when Rio Arriba County Sheriff Billy Merrifield was found dead.

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Simulation picture of a black hole. PEEC and Los Alamos Big Band will present a concert and sky show at the Planetarium at 7 p.m. today, April 25 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. Photo by DW Decker PEEC will present a planetarium show, with story-telling by Phil Tubesing, and

SALA News: This May, SALA Los Alamos Event Center continues its mission to serve as the heartbeat of entertainment and culture in Los Alamos, unveiling a jam-packed calendar of films, community events, and immersive experiences. Whether you’re a movie buff, a teen looking for a fun night out, a family

Roswell Transit bus fees were discussed during this week’s Infrastructure Committee meeting.

A company that spreads crushed rock on farmers’ fields to draw climate-warming carbon dioxide from the atmosphere has won the $50 million grand prize in a global compe…

Former Doña Ana County Magistrate Judge Joel Cano, a Democrat, and his wife, Nancy Cano, were arrested Thursday following a federal raid on their Las Cruces home. The couple is accused of tampering with evidence while allegedly harboring Cristhian Ortega-Lopez, an illegal alien believed to be affiliated with the notorious

U.S. Judge William Orrick said the administration must provide written notice of his order to all federal departments and agencies by Monday.

Courtesy/PEEC PEEC News: Join us from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, April 26, for PEEC’s 25th Anniversary Earth Day Festival. Kick off the event with a green ribbon cutting and reading of Los Alamos County’s Earth Day Proclamation at 10 a.m. Recycle Man will be back for more creative

The community is encouraged to come out and cheer on New Mexico’s youth rugby players at this Saturday’s tournament with the action scheduled to start at 9 a.m. at Sullivan Field. Courtesy/LAYRC By Los Alamos Youth Rugby Club: The Los Alamos Youth Rugby Tournament will take place this Saturday at

SILVER CITY — The Fort Bayard Historic Preservation Society held a ceremony April 12 dedicated to soldiers from the Spanish-American War after the donation of a flagpo…

CHAMBER News: Los Alamos Makers, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to fostering creativity, innovation, and technical skills for all ages and abilities, is thrilled to announce its grand re-opening with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce. The event will take place at 5 p.m. Wednesday,

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Ant Thornton, the state senator for New Mexico’s District 19, advocated for expanding the use of the "science of reading" methodology throughout the entire year rather than limiting it to summer school.

It's a full week of history, art, and culture during American Indian Week at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center.

The search follows the Feb. 20 resignation of the former superintendent, who stepped down amid sexual harassment allegations.

O'Neill drew inspiration from real events to write his novels and plays. The end of Hot Springs, N.M., would have fit his style.

Map of the Canyon Rim Trail Phase III Project. Courtesy/LAC COUNTY News: The Los Alamos County Public Works Department, in collaboration with the Transportation Board, is inviting the community to participate in a public input meeting focused on the Canyon Rim Trail Phase III Project. The meeting is 5:30 p.m.

FSN News: Family Strengths Network and Los Alamos Early Childhood Collaboration (LAECC, formerly BabyNet) invites parents, caregivers, and early childhood professionals to attend the Infant Mental Health Workshop on trauma-responsive care. Early childhood professionals can receive a certificate for 1.5 CEUs. Together, we will learn about how early traumas, as

DEA News: WASHINGTON, D.C. — DEA joins community organizations, law enforcement and public health partners in recognizing National Fentanyl Awareness Day coming up on Tuesday, April 29. Fentanyl is the greatest drug threat facing the United States as drug-related overdoses remain the leading cause of death among Americans aged 18-44.

Hobbies for kids are great when they are bored and need something to do, but did you know there are better benefits beyond breaking boredom? Studies show that particip…

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NMHCA News: SANTA FE — New Mexico Medicaid has announced the July 1 launch of a Beneficiary Advisory Council, a new opportunity for Medicaid members, caregivers, and family members to help shape the future of New Mexico’s Medicaid program. “Medicaid serves more than 800,00 New Mexicans with critical health care

Some sauntered and some ran like the wind, but all the kids at Berrendo Elementary School seemed to have bucketloads of fun as the school's PTA held a color run Wednesday.

By ALLEN MCQUISTON Jemez Agency Insurance Serving Los Alamos Since 1963 When our lives move quickly, we sometimes risk data security in exchange for convenience or instant gratification. However, seemingly small decisions result in deep and lasting consequences if you lose your identity. Here are a few common scenarios that

A forest health conditions report found 70,000 acres of dead conifer trees on state, private, tribal and federal forests.

There are currently two baby boxes in San Juan County, one located in Farmington and another in Bloomfield.

A brazen theft in broad daylight has one Albuquerque business owner double-checking his doors these days.

COUNTY News: Los Alamos County is accepting applications for eligible candidates for appointment to an available vacant seat on the Personnel Board. This vacancy is a three-year term, expiring on March 31, 2028. Interested Los Alamos County residents who do not hold public office and are not employed by the

NMDCA News: Starting April 25, three New Mexico communities have a chance to participate in the City Nature Challenge by photographing wildlife in their neighborhoods. The Sandia Mountain Natural History Center (SMNHC), an environmental education center operated collaboratively by Albuquerque Public Schools and the New Mexico Museum of Natural History

Albuquerque – Around 5:30 PM, a caller reported a shooting in the northwest part of Albuquerque. The caller stated a juvenile was shot in the arm. The Albuquerque Police Department and Albuquerque Fire Rescue were sent to the 9500 block of Endee Rd NW. The caller reported the suspects fled

COMMUNITY News: Mesa to Mesa, a local nonprofit providing free home repairs, is hosting its annual “Tool Drop” event 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at Metzger’s Do It Best, 1607 Central Ave., just after Earth Day. The community is invited to donate new or gently used tools,

The layoffs follow the company’s announcement last year that it would cut 15% of its workforce — about 15,000 employees — in response to mounting pressure in the competitive semiconductor industry.

The 18,000-square-foot compound includes a main house, three casitas and plenty of wow moments. It was once owned by the late American sculptor Glenna Goodacre.

Recent testing data suggests New Mexico is facing a childhood literacy crisis, but it seems state leaders found a way to turn things around.

Albuquerque – There has been ongoing police activity in the 1300 block of Rhode Island NE. The subject is known to have active warrants. A resident in the area claims officers from the Albuquerque Police Department have been negotiating with the person since 2:30 PM. The APD SWAT team has

Earlier this month, Goddard High School students were recognized for their results in the SkillsUSA New Mexico competition. Areas Goddard students excelled at were ent…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Major league baseball is coming to your home this season, and you won’t have to pay a thing to enjoy the all the action. More and more major league baseball teams are cutting deals that are getting baseball out from behind a paywall. KOB 4 shows you

Hundreds of university researchers in the U.S. have had their National Science Foundation funding abruptly canceled to comply with President Donald Trump’s directive t…

Head Coach Michael Rosenow takes advantage of a welcome reprieve between quarters to affirm the team’s passing prowess and strong offensive game. Standout Hargather (23) is ready to get back out there while K. Parton (51) & others take a much-needed knee. Photo by Vanessa Richardson First year and youngest

The Finger Lakes are home to New York’s largest wine-producing region, but vineyards there are struggling with the impacts of climate change. Owners also say looming t…

Critics argue it will weaken public schools by draining money and resources and giving them to private schools.

LAAC News: The Los Alamos Kite Festival is set for Saturday and Sunday, April 26 & 27 at Overlook Park in White Rock. This fun, free community event wouldn’t be possible without our sponsors, Enterprise Bank and Trust, as well as Los Alamos Mainstreet and Creative District for their consistent

In today's Love 4 ABQ segment with Visit Albuquerque, we are talking about what has become one of the biggest events in the metro.

FBI News: ALBUQUERQUE — Jaremy Smith has been sentenced to life in prison for a violent crime spree that culminated with the murder of Officer Justin Hare in New Mexico. There is no parole in the federal system. March 15, 2024, Smith encountered NMSP Officer Justin Hare in Tucumcari, New

Albuquerque – Minutes before 9:00 PM, a caller phoned 911 to report a shooting in the 520 block of Indiana St SE. The caller stated that their relative had been shot, and alleged that the shooter fled the scene in a vehicle. Officers from the Albuquerque Police Department and personnel

A gas leak shut down the Old Town Pizza Parlor restaurant Thursday afternoon. The New Mexico Gas Company is investigating the incident.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A registered sex offender in Albuquerque was arrested after two juvenile runaways were found inside his home.Albuquerque police said Joseph Lacour-Benavidez was a sex offender dating back to the rape of a 12-year-old in 2002. Advertisement Your neighborhood: Local news from KOAT Action 7 NewsPolice detectives learned

The U.S. immigration detention system is being overrun with prisoners.

Albuquerque – The Albuquerque Police Department has arrested a registered sex offender after two juvenile runaways were located inside his residence. Joseph Lacour-Benavidez, 42, is a registered sex offender for the rape of a 12 year-old back in 2002. On April 21, 2025 detectives were alerted that two runaway juveniles

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Meliton Gonzales is a business owner on Central Avenue, and he says bringing in the National Guard is not something he supports, even though crime has affected his business. "The drug dealers would shoot at each other or there'd be a lot of fights," Gonzales said. "A

LAS CRUCES — Former Doña Ana County Magistrate Judge Joel Cano and his wife, Nancy, were arrested by FBI agents Thursday afternoon on federal charges of tampering with evidence.

During a nuisance hearing Thursday, code enforcement officials recommended the mobile home be removed and a lien be placed on the property.

LAS CRUCES — Reports that the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument is on a short list of designations under target by the Trump administration have riled New Mexico’s congressional delegation as well as Las Cruces leaders involved i…

A jury on Thursday convicted Kristina Withrow of second-degree murder for handing her 18-year-old son a gun that he used to fatally shoot a homeless Albuquerque woman in 2023.

The former city councilor's pleas resolved the last of multiple criminal cases filed against him in what he called "a bad 11 years."

A man accused of kidnapping, raping and beating a woman he accused of providing police information in another case against him has pleaded not guilty to a host of charges.

A Roswell Police officer accused of stalking a former girlfriend and planting a tracking device on her has pleaded not guilty to two criminal counts.

The Educational Retirement Board sued the city of Santa Fe last year over water access to the building.

Reporter Daniel J. Chacón speaks to Morales about his role in the Roundhouse and his thoughts on a possible run for the Democratic nomination for governor.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — For more than four decades, the Gathering of Nations has been a major cultural event in New Mexico, drawing around 100,000 people annually and generating over $24 million in economic impact. Billed as the largest powwow in the world, the event celebrates Native American traditions through music,

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Coaching staff of the University of New Mexico men's basketball team "disregarded incidents of hazing and violent behavior," according to a civil rights lawsuit filed in New Mexico's Second Judicial District Court.MORE: UNM men's basketball coach: Program 'handling' alleged incident between players Advertisement Redshirt freshman Shane Douma-Sanchez

The Vatican said more than 90,000 people had paid their respects by Thursday evening.

Do you have unused, old, or expired prescription medication taking up space in your medicine cabinet?

ROSWELL, N.M. — Two are facing charges related to withdrawing Goddard High School funds in Roswell.Manuel Payne, the president of the school's Goddard Booster Club, has been charged with embezzlement over $20,000. Court records show Cimarinda Baca is charged with embezzlement over $2,000. Advertisement Follow us on social: Facebook |

BERNALILLO — A motion to approve the Negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreement between Sandoval County and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal… Read moreSandoval County, AFSCME strike bargaining agreement for detention center staff

SANTA FE, N.M. — A pilot program adjusting deputies and other law enforcement hours for the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office has been extended.The program runs a 4-8-40 model, giving workers the option to work four days a week for eight hours, plus two hours of administrative leave each day.

RADIUM SPRINGS — Fort Selden Historic Site is the only place in New Mexico growing a special chile in its garden this year, the original New Mexico No. 9, from a histo…

A 70-year-old woman was taken to an Española hospital for treatment of "non-life-threatening injuries," officials said.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — For Tristian Brown, dancing is in his blood. It's something he's been learning since he was just 3.But the way he's learned might be a little different. Advertisement "The frequencies, I guess, from what he hears, the vibrations," said Raenell Scott, his mother.The 12-year-old was born partially

Former Lobo, Shane Douma-Sanchez, is now naming the former teammate who he says attacked him during a team trip last fall.

Police have arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of a man in the Barelas Community parking lot earlier this month.

The attack drew a rare rebuke of Russian President Vladimir Putin from U.S. President Donald Trump, who said he was ”not happy" about it and that Putin should “STOP.”

LAS CRUCES — Addressing a crowded ballroom on the New Mexico State University main campus Thursday morning, Valerio Ferme interrogated the familiar saying that knowledge equals power.

An isolated strong storm or two may develop this afternoon and again Friday afternoon in far eastern New Mexico.

A voting rights advocate says a judge's decision to block the Trump administration from immediately enacting certain changes to how federal elections are run is a victory for voters.

A new carnivorous caterpillar that wears the remains of its prey has been dubbed the bone collector.

Andres and Lisa Jaramillo, who have backgrounds in graphic design and software development, heard about the brand while researching franchise opportunities after years of working for IT companies and Sandia National Laboratories.

Southwest Airlines reported late Wednesday that it would trim its flight schedule for the second half of the year due to lower demand.

Lisa Cisneros, foreground, plays violin during a Vaqueros de la Sierra concert at Kennedy Hall on the New Mexico Highlands University campus on April 16. Vaqueros de la Sierra – NMHU's mariachi band – is back after being on hiatus for almost a decade. Lisa Cisneros, foreground, plays violin during

It's a shorter but no less profound version of the annual pilgrimage to El Santuario de Chimay ó . And early in the morning of Good Friday (A…

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After a chemical leak, the Highlands faculty union asked a federal agency to evaluate hazards. That evaluation has been halted.

A federal judge in Tacoma, Wash., ruled for several transgender military members who challenged the ban, saying their firing would cause lasting damage to their careers and reputations.

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from April 16–20, 2025. April 16 2:03 a.m. …

April is Occupational Therapy (OT) Month to recognize a field that helps people of all ages regain independence, function, and quality of life…

Early warnings allow us to prepare for the unpredictable. We are notified when the weather turns ugly, if there’s a traffic jam on the drive t…

New Mexico State Police arrested an 18-year-old Truchas man Sunday on a charge of second-degree murder for allegedly shooting his father in the chest and killing him during an argument.

Staff at the Española Pathways Shelter has fully dismantled a tent encampment in the parking lot, eliminating a fire hazard and relocating dozens of individuals.

He just took the helm of the Española Public Schools in July but soon the district will be searching for a new superintendent, as Eric Spencer announced his early retirement during the April 17 school board meeting.

Those hoping to support the lowriding community with a “Lowrider Capital of the World” specialty license plate are out of luck.

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Colorado’s deputy attorney general urged a federal magistrate judge on Tuesday to reject the Trump administration’s unprecedented bid to help an imprisoned former coun…

The Española Valley High School Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) team took home second place at the New Mexico JROTC State Championship in Albuquerque last month. The EVHS team competed against nine other 4A division schools in the event sponsored by the New Mexico Activities …

In a horrifying and heartbreaking development, a newborn was found dead in a dumpster in Albuquerque this week, marking yet another preventable tragedy in New Mexico’s growing list of infant abandonments. This shocking discovery comes on the heels of several high-profile cases, including the 2022 viral footage of Alexis Avila

An Arizona jury found Lori Vallow Daybell guilty Tuesday of conspiring to murder her estranged husband. That means the mother with doomsday religious beliefs faces ano…

MLG and TorresThe state attorney general's office has historically been a platform for puffery and do nothingness so it was a stark contrast indeed when AG Raul Torrez lowered the hammer on the Lujan Grisham administration and its long-troubled Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) by starting an investigation into

The new school will enable students to earn both a traditional high school diploma and trade school certification.

Now that the danger of frost is gone, roses are starting to bloom, like this yellow heirloom rose on the 1300 block of North Missouri Avenue. When planting roses, the …

A man died after he fired a gun at deputies who then shot him in the Lowe’s parking lot

Members of the HU Singers rehearse at Ilfeld Auditorium on Tuesday. The group will have its end-of-semester show at Ilfeld Friday at 7 p.m. Members of the HU Singers rehearse at Ilfeld Auditorium on Tuesday. The group will have its end-of-semester show at Ilfeld Friday at 7 p.m. Las Vegans

The City of Española did not let unexpected cold temperatures and rain get in the way of celebrating the grand re-opening of the Veteran’s Memorial Wall Park on April 5.

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The state has pledged that Grant County’s senior centers will remain open despite a recent Hidalgo Medical Services announcement, Town Manager Alex Brown told the Silver City Town Council at its meeting Tuesday night. During the meeting, the council unanimously approved the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan for 2027-31 for the

Merrifield was found dead in the driver's seat by a friend who said he came to his aid when he crashed his truck hours earlier.

Mateo Romero's stamps will be unveiled during a first-day-of-issue ceremony Friday at the annual Gathering of Nations Powwow in Albuquerque.

Tens of thousands of people are expected to pass through the basilica.

Ahead of Arbor Day, furniture maker AJ DeForest reflected on a changing furniture industry while artisans at the studio sanded, carved and stained.

The city's small but close-knit diaspora is taking time this month to celebrate its culture as well as reflect on the end of the war.

Independents will now get to vote in major-party primaries in New Mexico, which supporters hope will boost participation.

Santa Fe Public Schools' graduation rate of 83.1% is unchanged from the year prior — still better than the statewide rate.

The most intense criticism of the proposed sale of the natural gas utility is focused on financial risk to customers.

The performing arts organization hopes to make up for a canceled $35,000 state contract funded with pandemic-era federal money.

The lawsuit challenges Trump's claim that he could arbitrarily impose tariffs based on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

When Sandia Pueblo Governor Felix Chavez decided to develop a campaign about Puebloan cultures and traditions, he recognized the need for a specialized storyteller to …

The burn scar of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon fire pictured Thursday, June 9, 2022. The burn scar of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon fire pictured Thursday, June 9, 2022. Three years after the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire ravaged the site of a mountain community and resort, those charged with managing the

SANTA FE — For years, New Mexico voters who decide not to affiliate with a major political party have faced challenges — if not outright barriers — when it comes to voting in primary elections.

This week on "Voices of Taos," join Tempo Editor Lynne Robinson as she talks with Jonathan Slator, former film commissioner and location scout…

Dry, dense, understaffed and deeply cherished: This is the state of the forests across the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, according to a panel di…

Dominique Garcia, foreground, accompanies the New Mexico Highlands University Madrigal Choir during a recent rehearsal. The choir will have its end-of-semester concert Sunday, April 27 at 3 p.m. at Ilfeld Auditorium. Dominique Garcia, foreground, accompanies the New Mexico Highlands University Madrigal Choir during a recent rehearsal. The choir will have

Chris Baker, publisher of the Taos News, announced this week Geoffrey Plant has assumed the role of interim editor following John Miller’s dep…

A Taos woman has been selected to become the next chief judge of the New Mexico Court of Appeals. Jacqueline Medina, the first Taoseña to serv…

RIO RANCHO — After the University of New Mexico Hospital announced 53 position cuts, including Sandoval Regional Medical Center President Jamie Silva-Steele, she issued a statement about her time there April 23.

RIO RANCHO — Cleveland High School student Israel Pleasant has come a long way since she took robotics as an elective in middle school. She went on to place second in a statewide competition and became a student ambassador for her new school,…

The long-awaited Pueblo Wastewater Metering Vault infrastructure project has come to fruition through collaboration between the Town of Taos a…

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from April 14–20, 2025. Animals currently in care: 17 Total intakes this…

1. Man's body recovered from Rio Grande Gorge Taos County Sheriff’s Deputies recovered the body of Eliodoro Justin Plath of Albuquerque Tuesda…

To some, dollar stores represent a spot for bargain-hunting. To others, it's a blight that attracts crime. Ranchos de Taos successfully stoppe…

The Village of Taos Ski Valley's regular April 18 council meeting started off on a somber note as Timothy Blevins spoke during public comment …

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Lujan (D-NM) will seek reelection to the U.S. Senate in 2026.

A bill that backers said would have bolstered education in Indigenous languages was among the casualties of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s veto…

Think Taos' Hands Off! protests are filled with aging hippies? Elizabeth Winter said people shouldn't have a problem with the demographic. Sh…

Stray Hearts Animal Shelter is still in a funding crisis, but it's one step closer now to remaining operational. The Town of Taos Council appr…

The 2025 – 26 hockey Taos Tigers home season is still on thin ice after a fire last August left the building’s roof in disrepair. During the T…

CORRALES — Corrales will see the return of the annual Garden Tour from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 17.

The river is a world apart. It runs on its own time. When you float the Rio Grande in a kayak, raft or other watercraft, you enter the rhythm …

Every spring, when the time comes to brand his cattle, Robert Martinez remembers the feast held at the day’s end. Those celebrations in his grandmother’s kitchen are some of his

As temperatures climb, the Taos County Cooperative Extension Service hosted the return of sheep shearing last week (April 16 – 17) at the Jua…

Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent The Grants High School girls’ and boys’ tennis team were in home action as they hosted St. Pius (5-5, 3-1) last Wednesday. The Lady Pirates 5-6, 3-3 lost 8-1 to St. Pius. The GHS boys’ tennis team are currently 3-9, 2-4 after their 7-2 loss to

TheNewMexicoSummer Reading Program is designed to help students in kindergarten through the end of eighth grade in their literacy skills.This is a free program…

Sometimes science can be a messy business. Ishmeal Sosa, left, a fifth-grade student at All Saints Catholic School, and science teacher Margaret (Peggy) Bohlin, right,…

These triplet kittens were diagnosed with leukemia, despite being only 10 months old. They stayed at the shelter for some time, until on April 14 when they…

American troops now have the authority to detain and search immigrants lacking certain documentation in New Mexico, a role service members have not held before at the southern border, U.S. Northern Command (Northcom) said Monday. Northcom said troops “have been delegated the authority” to conduct security support operations in the

This week’s pet of the week is a sweet, gentle dog named Lotus. We believe she is about 2.5 years old. She's microchipped, spayed and current on all vaccinations. She's shy at first but loves cuddles after she's comfortable with her human. Lotus is looking for her furever home.

Trout Action Steady, Tiger Muskie Active at Bluewater LakeSpring fishing remains productive at Bluewater Lake, with anglers reporting fair to good trout action and a noticeable uptick in tiger muskie activity. While the bite has cooled slightly compared to earlier weeks, anglers using Garlic…

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent Santa Clara’s new El Colibri Cafe has been in the works for years, and as of earlier this month, they are up and running, with a variety of comfort foods for breakfast and lunch mixed with a little Asian Pacific influence, thanks to owner

Caroline Bland

CIBOLA COUNTY – An apparent discrepancy in drought designation data for Cibola County has raised concerns among residents and local officials, as tree mortality across the state continues to climb and wildfire risks remain elevated.On April 18, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a…

GRANTS, N.M. — On Saturday, April 19, the scent of green innovation and community spirit filled the air at The Elks on Charles Street as over 450 residents, vendors, and cannabis advocates gathered for the first-ever 4/19 Cannabis Awareness Festival. The event, hosted by @ The Elks, the newly…

With April being alcohol awareness month, the Milan Police Department wanted to raise awareness and understanding of alcohol abuse and the dangers and consequences of driving while impaired.The Milan Police Department completed a DWI checkpoint on April 14th with the goal of combating impaired…

“We played well enough to win but still haven’t put it all together yet,” said Grants High School head baseball coach Mike Furbee about the Pirates district win last week over Valencia High School (9-13,1-4) a team they handily defeated 251 on April 1.Both teams came out of the dugouts

Police and Fire Department Updates, Boards, and AppreciationOn the 15th, the Grants City Council had a meeting lasting approximately 2 and a half hours. During this meeting there were police department and fire department updates, appointments and reappointments to boards, appreciation and…

Las Vegas City Manager Tim Montgomery submitted his resignation earlier this week, the city announced on Tuesday, citing his desire to pursue “new professional opportunities.” “I am incredibly blessed to have had the opportunity to serve in such a critical and meaningful role for the City of Las Vegas,” Montgomery

A Roswell Police officer accused of choking his girlfriend before breaking into her house and threatening her has pleaded not guilty to one count of battery against a …

In a school board meeting lasting nearly four hours on the first of April, the board approved a new school security system that will enhance security inside and outside of the school, a new software that will help focus instruction, the DASH plan for Mesa View Elementary, as well as

FENCE LAKE, N.M. – The New Mexico Supreme Court has reinstated the child abuse conviction of Deborah Green, a cofounder of the Aggressive Christianity Missionary Training Corps cult in Fence Lake, New Mexico, reversing a lower court’s decision that had ordered her release and dismissed her charges.…

Two weeks ago, the City of Grants began to use a BNSF Railroad video camera system, which has already become a point of interest for railroad enthusiasts.This…

Sean HockerSean passed away suddenly on April 3rd. in Albuquerque NM. at the young age of 44. He was born in Siloam Springs, Ark., January 18, 1981.Sean was…

Alice in Wonderland Goes to the Circus April 23, 6-7:30 p.m., 1100 Mt Taylor Avenue in Grants Join Los Alamitos for a night of poetry and surprises.Continental Divide Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting April 26, 500 Mountain Road, Grants Come to Grants High School from 8-11 a.m. for REGISTRATION…

Members of the city’s Infrastructure Committee recommended awarding the South Park Cemetery columbarium project to Waide Construction Company Inc., for $970,100, a sum…

Chris BritoChris “Redline” (46) of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on April 1st, 2025. He was born to Terri and Lawrence Brito in Grants, NM on January…

You may not have heard this news because media here does not cover other media--even when a tectonic shift takes place--like the sale of the entire 28 acre campus owned by the ABQ Journal in order to generate cash to keep the long struggling newspaper in business. The publisher says:Repurposing

By LISA JIMENEZ Daily Press Correspondent Motorists who regularly travel Little Walnut Road will be happy to know that phase four of this multiyear street improvement project is scheduled to be completed by mid-May. Town officials said traffic delays were due to extended work on the box culverts at Cottonwood

Dead, barren trees mixed with some green, healthy trees on the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon burn scar on Nov. 30, 2022. The New Mexico Forest Health Conditions 2024 survey assessed trees in the burn scar for the first time since the fires this year. Dead, barren trees mixed with some green,

RIO RANCHO — Many have used the phrase "Fleur de Lis" in centuries past. Literally, it means "flower of the iris" or "lily flower" in French. The symbol, inspired by the famous European Iris flower, came to represent French monarchy in 12th c…

At least one man was injured early Saturday in a shooting outside a local bar in Roswell.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between April 15 and April 21, 2025: David Daniel Maes, Disorderly Conduct, Assault, Public Nuisance, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Carlos M. Valencia, APO Arrest Order. Carmen J. Salazar, APO Arrest Order. Justin Vigil, Aggravated First DWI (Refused

BERNALILLO — Recently it was camels. Now it is a pottery-making class at Coronado Historic Site in Bernalillo from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays through Wednesdays beginning May 3.

The reelection campaign of U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM-02) took in over $200,000 in the first months of the year as he fights to hold onto his seat in one of the most…

RIO RANCHO — Chatting it up with constituents, shaking their hands and cuddling a few babies are the things you might expect from Rio Rancho District 2 Councilor Jeremy Lenentine this Saturday, when he hosts the city council’s first meet ‘n’ …

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LAS VEGAS — Finding ways to recruit physicians and minimizing the number of patients that are flown out of Las Vegas for care were two of the main concerns expressed t…

The Mustang Dining Hall’s service provider, Aramark, has teamed up with the One Stop food pantry to reduce food insecurity on the Western New Mexico University campus. When the university closes for breaks, such as the week of spring break, explained Food Service Director Valencia Villanueva, the Dining Hall often

ALBUQUERQUE — The “White Boy of the Month” contest, an event with 21 contestants and over 50 attendees, was abruptly ended by University of New Mexico authorities on T…

A bronze statue of St. Francis and a wolf is pictured recently in front of The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Santa Fe.

The race for ABQ mayor is crowded and the math muddled. There are nine candidates seeking the office including Mayor Tim Keller and the latest addition, former US Attorney Alex Uballez who officially entered the race over the weekend after we reported on his impending candidacy April 2.Some of the

Doña Ana County Magistrate Judge Joel Cano has officially resigned amid swirling controversy surrounding a federal investigation into a Venezuelan national linked to a violent transnational gang who was arrested at the judge’s Las Cruces home. Cano, who has served on the bench since 2011, submitted his resignation on March

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Hiking the Continental Divide Trail can change one’s perspective, and two hikers sought to bring a taste of that experience to the CDT Trail Days Festival on Saturday. “I think being outside is a really great place for a lot of us to be

The Roswell Visitor Center has reopened after months of work to repair damage caused by the October 2024 storm and flooding.

New Mexico's religious and political leaders mourned and reflected on the life of Pope Francis as the state awoke to news of his death on Monday.

New Mexico State University (NMSU) art students are transforming ideas into public artwork through a collaborative course with the City of Las Cruces, blending traditi…

Dry conditions persisted in New Mexico’s forecast basins through the end of March and April 1 snowpack conditions continue to be challenging. Isolated higher snowpack levels in the San Juan Mountains pushed basin-wide snow water equivalent (SWE) values in the Rio Grande Headwaters and the San Juan basins to 56%

Pope Francis, the 266th leader of the Roman Catholic Church and the first pope from the Americas, has died at the age of 88, the Vatican confirmed early Monday. His passing marks the end of a historic papacy that began in 2013 and spanned more than a decade of leadership

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RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho voted to elect Gregg Hull as mayor three times, but his financial disclosure show most of his monetary support for his gubernatorial bid is coming from outside the city.

BERNALILL0 — Raul Herrera, 41, of Bernalillo, was arrested April 20 for burglary and controlled substance possession at the old Pizza Hut building on US 550.

The reintroduction by New Mexico’s entire federal delegation of the Chaco Cultural Heritage Area Protection Act sparked widespread praise on Thursday, April 10, from pueblos, environmentalists and others.

“Character Counts! Week Spring 2025” was proclaimed by Chaves County Commissioners to be from April 28 to May 3 within the county and the municipalities of Roswell, De…

In a press release, TriCore and Lovelace Regional Hospital announced that they are joining medical laboratory professionals nationwide in celebrating Medical Laborator…

In a bold move, reinforcing the Trump administration’s enduring focus on law and order, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi appointed Ryan Ellison as the new U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico. His swearing-in took place today before U.S. District Judge Margaret Strickland, marking a new chapter in federal

The Dona Ana County Clerk has become the first candidate to officially enter next year's New Mexico Secretary of State race.

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Monday, April 21

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. I am writing this week’s column on Good Friday and am grateful that my schedule somehow parted to allow me to do so. 2025 has brought a tumult of uncertainty, change, and in my case, a significantly increased workload. This is a welcome

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff As a member of the minority Democratic Party in the U.S. House of Representatives, Rep. Gabe Vasquez told constituents here Friday he did not have a lot of power to restore federal grants to area nonprofits like the Frontier Food Hub. Instead, he encouraged

A top federal prosecutor in the case against a notorious New Mexico prison gang has been named the United States Attorney for the state.

RIO RANCHO — It’s not every day that a retired U.S. Naval officer and strike fighter pilot would receive a spoof package of Tic Tacs, but that’s what happened to Alex Dietrich following her highly publicized close encounter with an unidentifi…

RIO RANCHO — A Rio Rancho man is facing felony drug charges and more after being pulled over for not having a license plate April 11.

Bedtime routines aren’t just for toddlers. Experts say teenagers need them too. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says adolescents need between 8 and 10 h…

Roswell Police Chief Lance Bateman said he is frustrated and angry following the arrest of two officers within 24 hours.

**PUBLIC NOTICE** Roosevelt County Road Department will be working on 1 mile of South Roosevelt... Read More

Asparagus isn’t the most common vegetable among home gardeners, probably because growing it is an exercise in patience. But three years of waiting is a small price to …

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has found itself at the center of a growing national debate after it began rolling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This shift comes in response to new federal guidance aimed at dismantling discriminatory practices that, under the guise of equity, have

President Donald Trump's escalating trade war with China means hopeful solar buyers may have a much harder time getting systems installed in the U.S. in coming months.…

A public university in Las Vegas, New Mexico is suing the Federal Emergency Management Agency, alleging the agency is illegally forcing it to jump through bureaucratic hoops before it can seek compensation for a wildfire in 2022 caused by the United States Forest Service. New Mexico Highlands University, which has

Although considered an herb by many, garlic is a vegetable known for its health benefits, as a traditional remedy in medical applications and, if we are not careful, t…

Google has been branded an abusive monopolist by a federal judge for the second time in less than a year, this time for illegally exploiting some of its online marketi…

April 16, 1937 front page of the Las Vegas Optic April 16, 1937 front page of the Las Vegas Optic To the Editor of the Optic Los Alamos, N.M. – The Rev. Father J.B. Mariller, assisted by Father M.A. D. Ribera, have been holding appropriate services here since last Monday

More than its food and drink options, Stella’s Kickstart Kafe offers a place to connect. More than its food and drink options, Stella’s Kickstart Kafe offers a place to connect. In the heart of Las Vegas, New Mexico’s historic district, Stella’s Kickstart Kafe has become more than a coffee shop

With minimum humidity and strong winds, the potential for fires is strong in the Rio Rancho area April 18.

CARLSBAD — At least 17 bat species call Carlsbad Caverns home, along with 55 different kinds of reptiles and 600 insects.

President Donald Trump announced plans this week to cut back on federal funds for publicly funded media, prompting fear at broadcast stations like NPR and PBS. The implications could be detrimental for member and affiliate stations in New Mex…

JARALES — A Sandoval County man was shot and killed in Jarales at the end of March after an apparent exchange of gunfire.

Taking care of a home goes beyond seasonal cleaning and maintenance. It's about creating a space you've always wanted and can take pride in. Trusted name Bailey's Chimney takes this

There may not be a path forward for Sen. Martin Heinrich’s gun regulation bill with a Republican-dominated Congress, but advocates are pushing for the same regulations to be implemented at the state level.

This map shows the impacted area of Las Vegas during the temporary power shutdown. This map shows the impacted area of Las Vegas during the temporary power shutdown. UPDATE 10:30 p.m.: PNM announced that all customers impacted by a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in Las Vegas have been restored

While abortion rates across the United States continue to rise, New Mexico has seen a noteworthy decline — a trend that many pro-life advocates view as a hopeful sign of cultural and spiritual change. A recent report by the Guttmacher Institute, an organization that supports abortion up-to-birth, confirms that the

Editha Bartley, photographed in 2019. Editha Bartley, photographed in 2019. In a column dated May 23, 2014, Editha Bartley wrote that she was recently asked by fellow Optic columnist Art Trujillo, if she ever ran out of story ideas. “Obviously, the answer is ‘no’ because things just pop up in

PLACITAS — Two years ago, a young woman was found dead and in the Cibola National Forest in Placitas. Now, law enforcement agencies are asking for the public’s help in identifying her.

Attorney General of New Mexico Raúl Torrez, left, speaks to local physician and health advocate Matthew Probst during a roundtable discussion about health Tuesday evening. Attorney General of New Mexico Raúl Torrez, left, speaks to local physician and health advocate Matthew Probst during a roundtable discussion about health Tuesday evening.

One quote seemed to sum up the takeaways from a community-led event where nearly 75 people impacted by the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire gathered and shared their experiences: ‘We need to hear ourselves first.’ The quote appears repeatedly in an emailed communication from Rich Strittmatter, chairman of the A Community

Uncertainty created by the pendulum swing of new tariffs from the Trump administration is inflating business expenses and encouraging companies to pause expansion plans, according to New Mexico business leaders. But the tariffs could encourag…

March 1Chassidy Garcia, 52, of Rio Rancho, was arrested for DWI, expired registration and no insurance at an unspecified address.

Taos County Sheriff’s Deputies recovered the body of Eliodoro Justin Plath of Albuquerque Tuesday morning (April 15) below the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. The recovery followed a report of an

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from April 9–13, 2025. April 9 10:30 a.m. Unattended Death, Camino de

Red River officials want public input on Red River’s future: The town’s third public meeting to discuss updates to the Red River Comprehensive Plan is Monday, May 19. At the

For 30 years, travelers through Embudo have hit the brakes for the aromas wafting from Sugar's BBQ grill. But for the last two years, the award-winning roadside barbecue joint —

RIO RANCHO — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich spoke with local educators at RioTECH High School April 16 to gauge their thoughts on education as President Donald Trump’s administration attempts to roll back initiatives Rio Rancho Public School stude…

The U.S. Forest Service Southwestern Region, including the Carson National Forest, is hiring permanent positions in wildland fire for summer 2025. Job openings on the Carson National Forest are all

State lawmakers brought home $21 million in capital outlay appropriations within Taos County after the recent 60-day legislative session, and not a penny of it was vetoed by Gov. Michelle

There’s still a lot work ahead for the Kit Carson Park Renaming Committee. Genevieve Oswald, chair of the committee and a Town of Taos councilor, began Tuesday’s (April 15) committee

Flowing acequias, chokecherry wine, chopped wood — these quintessential things characterize both life in Northern New Mexico and the life of Abe Garcia, Arroyo Seco's centenarian, a feature of whom

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Astronomical Society is hosting its annual International Astronomy Day celebration May 3 at Rainbow Park Observatory.

RIO RANCHO — St. Felix Pantry announced April 15 that Dr. Thomas Staton PT, DPT was elected as chairman of the board March 27.

Roberta (Martinez) Kerr 3/23/65–3/13/25 Our beloved Roberta passed away March 13, 2025 in Farmington, NM surrounded by her family.She is survived by her…

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull made it all but official Tuesday that he is running for governor of New Mexico.

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho and Bernalillo public school officials are applauding a new law requiring school districts and charter schools to adopt policies discouraging students from using cellphones and other electronic devices in class.

From left, Pueblo of Jemez 2nd Lt. Gov. Matthew Gachupin Jr., New Mexico Rep. Anita Gonzales (D-Las Vegas) and U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) said they would keep fighting to ban further mining in the Upper Pecos watershed. From left, Pueblo of Jemez 2nd Lt. Gov. Matthew Gachupin Jr.,

RIO RANCHO — A Gallup city councilman plans to extend his development ventures in the Albuquerque area by building a new hotel in the northwestern portion of Rio Rancho near New Mexico Highway 528.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between April 8 and April 14, 2025: Jamison R. Gonzales, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Nathaniel N. Linker, APO Arrest Order, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Christopher Ball, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Alexiaray Archuleta, Bench

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nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Staff report It will be a busy Easter weekend in Edgewood with two events at Venus Park.. The Town of Edgewood’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council are again partnering for the town’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday from

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Staff report It will be a busy Easter weekend in Edgewood with two events at Venus Park.. The Town of Edgewood’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council are again partnering for the town’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday from

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM), a far-leftist in Congress, is once again attacking commonsense border protections—this time railing against President Donald Trump’s directive to establish a military buffer zone along the U.S.-Mexico border from California through New Mexico. In a statement issued Monday, Vasquez called the strategic deployment of military

Rio Rancho Mayor Greggory “Gregg” Hull has officially launched his campaign for governor in New Mexico’s 2026 Republican primary, igniting swift backlash from the state’s Democrat establishment—but also shining a spotlight on the growing dissatisfaction many New Mexicans feel under current Democratic leadership. In a release, Hull stated he will

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Staff report It will be a busy Easter weekend in Edgewood with two events at Venus Park.. The Town of Edgewood’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council are again partnering for the town’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday from

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Staff report It will be a busy Easter weekend in Edgewood with two events at Venus Park.. The Town of Edgewood’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council are again partnering for the town’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday from

BERNALILLO — The question of how long public comment should be limited to has been an issue in Sandoval County Commission since a two-minute limit was established in 2023. Commissioners were divided April 9 when a resolution to increase the t…

Tommy Apodaca Josette Martin A man and his girlfriend are facing multiple felony charges after area law enforcement disrupted an alleged plot to bring methamphetamine and opioids into the San Miguel County Detention Center. Prosecutors last week charged 30-year-old Tommy J. Apodaca and 34-year-old Josette V. Martin, alleging in an

ALBUQUERQUE — United States Attorney General Pamela Bondi announced charges against an Albuquerque man tied to both the Tesla Dealership vandalism in Santa Ana Pueblo and the GOP Headquarters arson in Albuquerque.

BERNALILLO — The Bernalillo Public Schools Board of Education has approved the instructional calendar for the 2025-26 school year.

New Mexico State Police investigators charged an Albuquerque man with fourth-degree rape for having sex, over an estimated 100 times, with a 13-year-old girl.

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. By Hannah Grover Members of the Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee expressed concerns during an April meeting about how a proposed subdivision could impact water resources in the East Mountains. The proposed Campbell Ranch development could lead to 4,000 new homes as well

The Trump administration has taken a bold step to ensure accountability and fiscal responsibility in the handling of pandemic-era education relief funds—ending a previously granted extension for New Mexico to spend the remaining $12.3 million in federal ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) funds. In a March 28 letter,

We're taking a blogging break and will return to this space next Tuesday but first. . . What a show. The Governor put one on starring her veto pen and Sam Bregman, the state's perennial political showman, donned his stage clothes to make official his bid for the Dem gubernatorial

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Josephine Clara Bassett, known to everyone simply as “Jo,” lived a rich and vibrant life, touching many hearts in her community and beyond. Jo died peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 99, in the house she and her husband

Federal authorities have charged 40-year-old Jamison Wagner of Albuquerque with two counts of arson tied to politically charged firebombing attacks on both a Tesla showroom and the Republican Party of New Mexico headquarters, labeling the incidents as acts of domestic terrorism. Wagner, a self-styled radical, was arrested on April 12

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

nm.news | Edgewood edition Daily. Local. Edgewood. Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food

RIO RANCHO — The parents of a Rio Rancho High School student and athlete who was killed last year by a drunk driver want teens to know that when they get their driver’s license, they could also save lives by being an organ donor.

Editor Chris Cavazos calls his daughter Michaelann Perea an “amazing angel,” a fitting description of a woman who dedicated her life to serving the communities of Las Vegas and Santa Fe for 35 years before her tragic death in 2022. Perea, a graduate of West Las Vegas High School and

LAS CRUCES — A young Loblolly pine tree stands nearly three feet high in a garden, ordinary in every respect except for a remarkable origin story: The seed from which this tree sprouted has flown around the moon.

The Las Vegas community will soon have a chance to experience Ireland without leaving Northern New Mexico thanks to a group of internationally renowned performers who are bringing the Emerald Isle here. “A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music and Dance Sensation” is set to perform at 7:30 p.m.

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed off Friday on a $10.8 billion spending plan for the coming budget year, but used her veto pen to strike down a tax package approved by lawmakers on the second-to-last day of this year’s 60-day session.

RIO RANCHO — The west diamond at Cibola Little League’s baseball fields was full of people as dusk fell April 9. It wasn’t for a rambunctious Little League game, though. It was a vigil for Owen Pagano, a 16-year-old and former baseball player…

A judge last week convicted a man on a felony count of aggravated indecent exposure in a 2023 case involving a 6-year-old girl. District Court Judge Michael Aragon on April 3 convicted 58-year-old Louie E. Mares after finding that he made lewd comments to a 6-year-old girl outside her Las

BERNALILLO — Sandoval County Fire and Rescue Chief Eric Masterson was approved to be the deputy county manager for County Manager Wayne Johnson by the Sandoval County Commission in a unanimous vote April 9. The position change went into effec…

Front page of the April 5, 1974 issue of the Las Vegas Optic Front page of the April 5, 1974 issue of the Las Vegas Optic With the approach of spring the city authorities expect to begin soon a systematic cleaning up of the city, for the purpose of making

The U.S. House of Representatives made a decisive move this week to protect the integrity of American elections by passing the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a bill that ensures only U.S. citizens are allowed to register and vote in federal elections. Despite bipartisan support for the common-sense measure,

When New Mexicans call 911 in an emergency, the first question dispatchers ask is where the caller is located. Under a new statewide emergency dispatch system expected to launch in August and funded by a newly signed law, dispatchers won’t have to rely on the caller and instead will be

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham in total vetoed 18 bills and pocket vetoed 17 bills.

In a dramatic and unmistakably vindictive move, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham unleashed a political tantrum on Friday, vetoing a slate of bills—most notably Senate Bill 315, which would have designated the tortilla as New Mexico’s official state bread. The veto wasn’t about bread, though—it was about revenge. The governor’s veto

Details emerge in recently released police report.

Nash Jones, an award-winning journalist who most recently anchored shows for the NPR-affiliated KUNM, is moving to host New Mexico PBS’ prime-time news show “New Mexico in Focus.”

The New Mexico gubernatorial race is heating up with the entry of Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman into the Democrat primary. Bregman, a seasoned attorney with over three decades of legal experience, officially announced his candidacy for governor in the upcoming 2026 election. ​ In a campaign video, Bregman

Bob PerlsIt is a major change to state elections but it may not have a major impact on election outcomes. That appears to be the consensus among the political pros as they weigh the new rules for party primaries signed into law this week by MLG. That law states: Some

RIO RANCHO — Following a public hearing Tuesday, the Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board recommended the city council approve an entrepreneur’s zoning request and plan to turn land that was a golf course into a sprawling development of homes…

Students at three universities across New Mexico have had their student visas revoked by the U.S. Department of State, the schools confirmed Tuesday.

The New Mexico Economic Development Department is focused on modernizing data management, getting shovel-ready sites in the state and making economic development a priority in New Mexico.

Feb. 23

The National Guard to Albuquerque? When we heard the news Tuesday that MLG was deploying up to 70 National Guard troops to help fight crime in ABQ we flashed back to the summer of '71 when we first arrived in the city. We were greeted by a curfew and armed

SANTA FE — With a bill signing deadline rapidly approaching, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday ratified bills aimed at boosting and protecting New Mexico’s water supply.

Economic Development Secretary Rob Black described the site readiness package as “a big win for New Mexico.”

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said Tuesday she still plans to push lawmakers to overhaul New Mexico’s juvenile crime laws, but indicated a special session on the issue is not imminent.

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho High School junior varsity baseball player facing 15 counts of battery for allegedly urinating in an opposing team’s water jug during a home game last month told investigators he did it “to be funny” and had “no in…

Sen. Lujan It's assumed that Dem Senator Ben Ray Lujan will stand for re-election next year but he has not officially announced. At the end of last year his campaign account held $1.213 million, an ample amount at this stage of the cycle. He spent a total of $7.5 million

In a recent Roll Call interview, New Mexico Democrat Rep. Gabe Vasquez attempted to reframe growing criticism of his radical political record, claiming it stems from his identity as a “Hispanic male.” He told the publication, “They used misinformation to paint me as an extremist,” adding, “I think so much