492 Articles in New Mexico News
Roswell Daily Record

by: By Leila Chapa and Paloma Chapa New Mexico Daily Lobo

Albuquerque approves first traffic code change in 50 years

The Albuquerque traffic code has remained nearly unchanged since 1974, but is now being updated after a unanimous city council vote in the wake of multiple pedestrian and bicycle traffic accidents, including one that killed 19-year-old cyclist Kayla VanLandingham, who was struck by a car at a bike crossing near

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Farmington Daily Times

by: Leah Romero

New Mexico legislators express concerns about judiciary’s role in education policymaking

New Mexico legislators on Friday expressed concerns that judicial rulings in a longstanding education equity case might interfere with local and statewide decision making. The 10-year-old Yazzie/Martinez lawsuit established that the state education department had not been providing equitable educational opportunities to at-risk students, identified as Native American students, English

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Silver City Daily Press

by: Silver City Daily Press,SISCO AGUILAR

Cano named Citizen of the Year

By SISCO AGUILAR Daily Press Correspondent The Gila was engulfed in flames by the Gila Trout Fire earlier this year, and although the emotional and physical turmoil is still being felt by many today, on Friday the Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce held a banquet at the Grant

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

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by: Morgan Stephens

DOJ’s ‘Operation Not Forgotten’ brings new progress to cold cases

A federal operation is finally bringing answers to a New Mexico family, five years after their son was murdered.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 01:28AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Community Invited To Donate To ‘I Can Help’ … ‘I Need Help’

Los Alamos County is partnering with local organizations to host an ‘I Can Help’ … ‘I Need Help’ Food Assistance Program to assist those in need in the community. Shown here is a donation drop-off location in the lobby of the Municipal Building. The community is invited to drop off

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Rumpf steps down as mayor

Richard Rumpf has resigned as mayor of Magdalena after serving in the position since July 2016 following the resignation of Diego Montoya. Read moreRumpf steps down as mayor

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Socorro Police Blotter

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Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Wheeler Cowperthwaite Special to the SUN

1 Accused of Fleeing Tribal Police

Española City Police officers arrested a Santa Fe man after he allegedly fled from Ohkay Owingeh tribal police officers in a truck, and they blew out one of the truck’s tires with a spike strip.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

New Mexico Teachers Gain Free Access To State-Created Classroom Resources

NMPED News: SANTA FE — New Mexico teachers now have free access to classroom-ready lessons and activities created by fellow educators through a new state website. The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) launched the New Mexico Open Educational Resources website this week at https://oer.ped.nm.gov/. The platform features lesson plans,

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: El Defensor Chieftain

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Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Senior centers pilot four-day work week

The Socorro and Veguita senior centers will move to a four-day week starting November 3, to cut costs while continuing the same services.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

New Mexico receives $3.5 million federal grant to strengthen local food supply chain

LAS CRUCES, N.M. —New Mexico has secured a $3.54 million federal grant to help 18 agribusinesses strengthen the state's local food supply chain.The funding, awarded through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture, targets mid-chain food producers, supporting projects that improve

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 06:03AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Chris Clark

Weekly Fishing Report: Nov. 24, 2025

By GEORGE MORSE Sports and Outdoors Los Alamos Daily Post Happy Thanksgiving. Snow is now beginning to fall in the higher elevations and the beautiful white covering on the mountains is a most welcome sight. When planning a trip it will be increasingly important to keep track of weather and

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Farmington Daily Times

by: Steven Bortstein

Pour Me A Drinkk rallies to victory in NM Classic Futurity

HOBBS – Fred Danley's Pour Me A Drinkk broke cleanly from the gate and pulled away in the final yards to win Sunday's $313,943 New Mexico Classic Quarter Horse Futurity at Zia Park. The 2-year-old gelding, ridden by jockey James Flores, prevailed by a half-length as the post-time favorite in

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Regina Barnett | Staff Reporter

Rural addressing discrepancy Magdalena raises emergency response concerns

Stephen Keiser, the county’s GIS Specialist and 911 Addresser, issued a formal letter to the Village Council warning that Magdalena’s current addressing practices violate New Mexico’s Enhanced 911 Act. According to Keiser, the village has bee…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Community News Exchange

New Mexico news briefs

Ex-police chief convicted for exceeding authority

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Ungelbah Dávila | Staff Reporter

Cold Backed Coffee House brews up community and comfort in Magdalena

“Cold Backed Before Coffee” is the motto Magdalena rancher and entrepreneur Charity Saulsberry has built her new café around. Read moreCold Backed Coffee House brews up community and comfort in Magdalena

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

KOAT Action News

by: Corey Howard

Former NMSU athletic director sues university over hazing-related firing

LAS CRUCES, N.M. —Mario Moccia, the former athletic director at New Mexico State University, has filed a lawsuit against the university, alleging wrongful termination related to hazing allegations and misconduct during the 2022-2023 basketball season."Prior to this incident, we had never heard of a hazing incident at New Mexico State

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:05AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

School Board Candidate Forum

From left, candidates Steven Edmondson, Ronnita Montoya, Cynthia Canner, Illiana Perez (Moderator), David Koshkin (Moderator), Jane Anderson, Selfie Anaya and Mark Martin at the Socorro School Board forum at the Loma Theatre on Tuesday. With…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Peralta Fiestas canceled

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Silver City Daily Press

by: Marcela Johnson

Toss No Mas for Mayor Ken Ladner

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Silver City Pick It Up — Toss No Mas held their last community cleanup of the year Saturday, honoring outgoing Mayor Ken Ladner. “I really appreciate the community members who do this,” Ladner said. “For the community members to dedicate a Saturday, that’s a

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Follow Wonders On Wheels Mobile Museum To Holiday Events Around State

NMDCA News: This December, the Wonders on Wheels Mobile Museum, a division of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, is touring the exhibit, “Eight Sites, One History: Explore the Past at New Mexico Historic Sites” to a variety of holiday events throughout northern New Mexico. Visitors can have fun

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

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by: Jonathan Fjeld

Rugby’s popularity growth has Albuquerque teams looking to expand

Move over football, another hard-hitting sport is seeing growth in popularity and has Albuquerque rugby teams looking to expand.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 03:40PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:15PM

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Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Staff Report

Unofficial Election Results November 2025

A regular local election was held Tuesday, Nov. 4. The following results are an unofficial tally of votes cast within Socorro County. There are 12 of 12 total voting locations that have been tallied. Results will not be official until they ar…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Downwinder claim forms at city hall

EDC Staff Report

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Socorro Electric Co-op say they will pay members back for non-compliance rates

The Socorro Electric Co-op (SEC), the City of Socorro and New Mexico Tech (NMT) are close to finalizing an agreement that requires Socorro Electric Co-op to refund members about $600,000 they were overbilled during a non-compliance period wit…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Thanksgiving meal costs are higher with some Albuquerque stores offering sales

Thanksgiving is just three days away, and reports show the average cost of a traditional meal is about 7% higher than last year.Albertsons and Market Street are offering deals on turkeys, soft drinks, and potatoes, with rewards members receiving even more discounts.AdvertisementThe store says they are also offering pre-made meals."There's

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:03AM

Silver City Daily Press

by: Marcela Johnson

Fire town hall talks home insurance, prep

Panelists talked about a program that could help homeowners with insurance in higher fire risk areas during a wildfire preparation and insurance town hall held Wednesday at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center. Panelist and Property and Casualty Bureau Chief Melissa Robertson of the New Mexico Office

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

President ‘Teddy’ Roosevelt’s Conservation Legacy In New Mexico Guides 2025 Museum Research Grantee Justin Riner

Justin Riner NMDCA News: SANTA FE — New Mexico History Museum and the Fray Angélico Chávez History Library have selected Justin Riner as the 2025 recipient of the Steve Wimmer Historical Research Fund. Riner will study the connections between Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt and the history, conservation, and promotion of New

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Volunteers Matching Donations On Giving Tuesday At Santa Fe Animal Shelter

Volunteer Chad Lauritzen and new best buddy Charlie await your arrival at Santa Fe Animal Shelter. Charlie looks like a LOTTA dog, but he has a lotta love to give. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen SFAS News: Santa Fe Animal Shelter (SFAS) is powered by compassion, and nowhere is that more

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Matriarch turns 100 years old

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Silver City Daily Press

by: Marcela Johnson

Sick teachers send Cobre classes remote

The Cobre Consolidated School District moved to remote learning Wednesday and Thursday this week due to not having enough substitute teachers to cover classes. In a Nov. 18 email to staff provided to the Daily Press, interim Superintendent Randall Piper said that 28 percent of the C.C. Snell Middle School

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Correa Hemphill refutes Shepard suit allegations

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A former state senator has offered documentation to refute claims in a whistleblower lawsuit filed by the former president of Western New Mexico University alleging she conspired with other lawmakers and state officials to direct $1 million to the charter school her children attended,

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

KOAT Action News

by: Alyssa Munoz

Ski season kicks off in New Mexico as more resorts open this week

New Mexico ski resorts are gearing up for the season, with some already open and others expected to open this week.Ski Apache, Ski Santa Fe and Red River Ski & Summer Area are some of the resorts expected toopen laterthis week. The state has 10 ski areas, most of them

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:03AM

Silver City Daily Press

by: Marcela Johnson

Mountain View elevator operational

The previously broken elevator at the Mountain View Senior Apartments has been fixed as of Nov. 9, according to Silver City Fire Marshal Eloy Vasquez. “It was a crucial part of the elevator,” Vasquez said. “It was a complicated part that they needed to get fixed so the elevator could

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Belen native proud to bring home the crown

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Thanksgiving Early Edition

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, this week's edition of the Taos News will be published one day early on Wednesday, Nov. 26, instead…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 09:32AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 09:34AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: EDC Staff Report

Chieftain brings home 24 awards from press conference

EDC Staff Report

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

What do our elected officials take home?

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Perez pleads no contest in shooting

Leonardo Perez, 21 pleaded no contest to charges from a shooting that injured a Socorro high school football player and assistant coach one year ago in November, 2024.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Local businesses giving out food

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Kristian Jaime El Paso Times

Fort Bliss welcomes back 1st Armored Division in uncasing ceremony

The pulling of Velcro strips unfurled the exuberant yellow and red of division flag and the myriad of colors of the campaign ribbons welcomed the 1st Armored Division …

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Belen student charged in BB gun incident

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

Leo Jaramillo elected as West Region Chair for NHCSL

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Regina Barnett | Staff Reporter

Film production brings economic boost

Socorro is experiencing a cinematic revival as a new road-trip film is being shot across various local sites, bringing with it a wave of economic activity and community engagement.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Champion Quarter Horse Breeder of the Year

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Ungelbah Dávila | Staff Reporter

Family seeks help after dog attack

A quiet visit between friends turned tragic for 68-year-old Eva Kempton of Socorro after a brutal dog attack. Kempton has been in various hospitals since the September 2 attack, and is currently at the Casa de Oro Center in Las Cruces, surrou…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Rezbotics qualifier brings FIRST challenge to Four Corners schools

The Kirtland Central High School cafeteria had an electric atmosphere on Saturday as 16 robotics teams from around the Navajo Nation competed for a chance to be champion of the “Rock with Wings” qualifier. Schools from Kayenta, Wingate and Toadlena joined ones from Central Consolidated Schools for the “Rock with

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

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by: Mesha Begay

Valencia County approves investigation into tax hike error

Leaders in Valencia County approved an investigation into an error that resulted in people facing a 22% hike on their property taxes.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 02:27PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Ungelbah Dávila | Staff Reporter

Festival of the Cranes canceled amid shutdown

For the first time in its 36-year history, the Festival of the Cranes at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge has been canceled, another outcome of the ongoing federal government shutdown that has furloughed refuge staff and brought cri…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Cotton Fire arsonist pleads guilty

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Community DataBank: On the Agenda

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Hit and run victim known for her bright spirit

State Police have identified the victim of a fatal hit-and-run reported on Nov. 11 on Highway 60 just west of Socorro as 38-year-old Katrina Martineau of Reserve. Read moreHit and run victim known for her bright spirit

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

FBI: Fruitland Man Pleads Guilty In Fatal DUI Crash

FBI News: ALBUQUERQUE — A Fruitland man pleaded guilty to a federal crime after a fatal car crash involving drugs that resulted in the death of a baby. According to court documents, April 3, 2024, Dewayne Earl Blackie, 37, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, was driving on a

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Submitted Roswell Police Department

RPD tips on holiday safety, security

While traveling and shopping, take proper precautions and be aware of surroundings

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

KOAT Action News

by: Jason McNabb

Former Albuquerque inspector general sues city and mayor over alleged harassment

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Melissa Santistevan, the former inspector general for Albuquerque, has filed a lawsuit against the city and Mayor Tim Keller, alleging she was wrongfully removed from her position earlier this year due to harassment and threats from the Accountability in Government Oversight Committee and the mayor.The lawsuit claims Santistevan

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 08:08AM

Farmington Daily Times

by: The Associated Press

US ski star Shiffrin wins 2nd straight World Cup slalom of Olympic season

GURGL, Austria — American ski star Mikaela Shiffrin is heading into her home races in Colorado next weekend as the overall World Cup leader on a two-event winning streak. Shiffrin dominated another slalom Sunday as she made it two convincing wins from two races in the discipline to start the

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Farmington Daily Times

by: Jeanette Dedios

New Mexico delegation, Pueblo leaders ask Interior Secretary to protect Chaco Canyon

Members of New Mexico’s congressional delegation and Pueblo leaders on Friday held a news conference at the All Indian Pueblo Cultural Center to urge Department of Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to visit Chaco Culture National Historical Park and continue protecting it from oil and gas drilling. In October, the Bureau

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Making care accessible - Tu Casa services move to Pope St. under new head

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent This month, behavioral health patients of Hidalgo Medical Services who were previously served at the Grant County-owned Tu Casa facility began showing up for appointments at the Community Health Center, HMS’ main Silver City campus on Pope Street. Despite a few staff having to

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Farmington Daily Times

by: David Edward Albright

Aztec commission faces RV park delays and water system funding hurdles

A yearlong dispute over drainage at a new RV park spilled into the Aztec City Commission meeting Tuesday, where Mayor Mike Padilla and commissioners clashed with the project’s owner over delays that have left construction in limbo and raised questions about the city’s business-friendly reputation. Tyler Smith, co-owner of the

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

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by: Jonathan Fjeld

Love 4 Pets: Patsy and Merle in-studio, Street and Gretel

We have two little puppies – Patsy and Merle – in-studio from Cross My Paws Animal Rescue and Street and Gretel from the City of Albuquerque.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:10PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:14PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Animal Shelter receives a boost

The Socorro County Animal Shelter is among the 25 local governments across the state to receive a much-needed boost. The help has come in the form of a $18,631 st… Read moreAnimal Shelter receives a boost

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

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by: Jonathan Fjeld

New Mexico emergency officials to provide drinking water in Mora County

New Mexico emergency officials are giving out clean drinking water after heavy metals were found in private wells in Mora County.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 02:34PM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

New website offers free educational resources for New Mexico teachers

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Luján, Barrasso Bill Improves Efficiency Of Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Through 988 Lifeline Location Improvement Act

U.S. SENATE News: WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) introduced bipartisan legislation to improve geolocation data and increase the efficiency of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Last year, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) took action to require service providers to route phone

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

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by: Mesha Begay

AFR responds to fire at Crowne Plaza Hotel

Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a fire at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Monday evening.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:05AM

Free speech rally in Los Lunas

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Farmington Daily Times

by: Frank Mercogliano

Lobos take stand against Air Force Academy, improve to 8-3

COLORADO SPRINGS – The University of New Mexico’s defense dominated for a second straight game, limiting Air Force to just 110 yards rushing and 161 total yards as UNM ended a 25-year losing skid at Falcon Stadium with a commanding 20-3 victory. The point total is the lowest ever for

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Farmington Daily Times

by: Mary Hudetz

The Indian Health Service is flagging vaccine-related speech. Doctors say they’re being censored.

A year ago, the federal Indian Health Service posted dozens of flyers on Facebook promoting flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics across the Navajo Nation, where the pandemic had inflicted a staggering toll just a few years earlier. The notices, featuring photos of smiling families and elders in traditional clothing, tied

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Emergency response challenges brought to forefront

Fire departments around the county have reached critically low staffing levels resulting in delayed responses to emergencies according to Socorro County Emergency… Read moreEmergency response challenges brought to forefront

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Municipal court will keep doors open, concerns over future budget remain

In a 5-1 vote the City of Socorro council agreed to keep the municipal court.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Regina Barnett | Staff Reporter

Socorro balloonist takes flight at Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta

For James Allison, the skies over Albuquerque are more than just a scenic backdrop, they’re a family legacy. The 31-year-old balloonist from Socorro returned to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta this year not just as a spectator, b…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Life After 50: Giving Tuesday With A Million Thanks

Courtesy photo By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN Los Alamos This week, we’d like to introduce you to the Champions of Youth Ambitions motto and leave you with how one card and one dollar can make a difference. You might not even need to leave the house. When I was a kid, volunteer

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Community wellness center proposed

New Mexico Tech Interim President Jackson has been attending local meetings to promote a Student and Community Wellness Center.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Regina Barnett | Staff Reporter

Magdalena board approves key infrastructure and library funding

Among the items approved was Resolution 2025-13, authorizing official representatives and signatory authorities for a state-funded preliminary engineering report on the village’s wastewater treatment and collection system. Mayor Rumpf said th…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Ungelbah Dávila | Staff Reporter

Food resources for Socorro & Catron County

In preparation for the pause of SNAP benefits on November 1, EDC is compiling a list of resources in Socorro and Catron counties to help alleviate food insecurity in the coming days.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Silver board gets update on new Cliff school plan

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff With Monday’s meeting of the Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education taking place in Cliff, much of the discussion centered around the design for the new school there, as well as the bond funding it. In their work session, board members heard from staff

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Three Rio Rancho employees receive grants aimed at financial literacy

RIO RANCHO — Enchanted Hills Elementary School teacher Holly Silva remembers lying on her bed and sorting her mother's change as a kid. Read moreThree Rio Rancho employees receive grants aimed at financial literacy

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 07:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Regina Barnett | Staff Reporter

Socorro Schools hold town hall to discuss student outcomes, cell phones, GO bond

The district’s proposed $5 million GO Bond which would fund capital improvements without raising property taxes will be voted on during the Nov. 4 election.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

The Great ShakeOut

Representatives from the City of Socorro, Socorro County, New Mexico Tech, Socorro Schools, Magdalena and Socorro General Hospital came together for an Earthquake tabletop drill organized by the Socorro County Local Emergency Planning Committ…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by c_clark

Los Alamos County Social Services Welcomes Applications For Certified Forest Therapy Guides

COUNTY News: The Los Alamos County Social Services Division is excited to announce the opportunity for community members to become a Certified Forest Therapy Guide. This “train-the-trainer” cohort, hosted by the County and in collaboration with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides (ANFT), introduces the practice which draws

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Socorro County attempts to get over the humps of road maintenance

Socorro County Commissioners approved the purchase of a wheel loader, two motor graders and rotary cutter at their Oct. 14 regular meeting.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Discussion continues on how SEC will repay fines to members

The Socorro Electric Co-op (SEC), the City of Socorro and New Mexico Tech are scheduled to attend a status conference in the matter of non-compliance fees for the SEC at 9 a.m. on Oct. 31.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Regina Barnett | Staff Reporter

Under construction: Village road work underway

The village of Magdalena secured a $2.6 million grant for sewer line relining and infrastructure upgrades.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Farmington Daily Times

by: By ARNIE STAPLETON

Broncos are winning despite a sputtering offense and leading the league in penalties

DENVER (AP) — There are really only two things pretty about the Denver Broncos this year: their defense and their record. They're on pace for an NFL-record 76 sacks and are so deep on defense that they've withstood the absences of Pat Surtain II and Dre Greenlaw for long stretches

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

Pumpkin giveaway continues after fire

The idea of canceling the community pumpkin giveaway on Friday, after the kitchen fire at Sofia’s Kitchen & Burrito Tyme, never crossed owner Stephen Rosas’ mind.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Ungelbah Dávila | Staff Reporter

Government shutdown prompts local event relocations and cancellations

The annual Wildlife Zone family event, hosted by the Friends of Bosque del Apache, will go on as planned this Saturday—but at a new location. Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, facilities at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Re…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Regina Barnett | Staff Reporter

Magdalena to take control of addressing system with state collaboration

The Village of Magdalena is moving forward with plans to independently manage its geographic addressing system following a collaborative effort with the New Mexic… Read moreMagdalena to take control of addressing system with state collaboration

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

Agencies

The New Mexico State Fire Marshal’s Office has distributed over $22 million in grants to 69 fire departments throughout the state.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Farmington Daily Times

by: Steven Bortstein

State-bred thoroughbreds in spotlight Monday at Zia Park

HOBBS – V Bar V Racing, LLC.'s Let Him Be has been established as the prohibitive 4-to-5 morning line favorite in Monday's 21st running of the $200,000 Rocky Gulch New Mexico Classic, one of seven stakes races worth $1.2 million showcasing the best thoroughbreds bred in the state. Bred in

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Water main break repair work completed in Rio Rancho

RIO RANCHO, N.M. —Crews have finished repairing a major water main break in Rio Rancho that impacted residents and schools for several days.The city of Rio Rancho says all work has been completed and crews are recharging the repaired water line.AdvertisementNormal water pressure will be restored to all impacted customers

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:04AM

Ring video shows Albuquerque home explosion

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Footage from a Ring camera shows anAlbuquerque home explosionthat left one person critically injured.The video shared with KOAT shows an abrupt flash of light with flames and debris falling. The clip only captured several seconds before the power went out and cut the live video feed.AdvertisementOne person was

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:04AM

BYU's Benally, Weber State's Billy face off in Division I women’s basketball game

OGDEN, Utah – In a rare and meaningful Division I women’s basketball matchup, BYU freshman guard Sydney Benally and Weber State senior Lanae Billy faced off Saturday afternoon, connected by their shared hometown roots in Shiprock. While Benally attended Sandia High School and Billy played at Piedra Vista High School,

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Unemployment Insurance Operations Center Closed Thursday & Friday In Observance Of Thanksgiving

NMDWS News: ALBUQUERQUE — All New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions’ offices, including the Unemployment Insurance Operations Center, will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The Unemployment Insurance Tax & Claims System (www.jobs.state.nm.us) is available online 24 hours a day, 7

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Matthew Reisen / Albuquerque Journal News Editor

Authorities apprehended suspect who gunned down man at New Mexico Tech

EDITOR'S NOTE: The suspect has been apprehended as of Friday, Nov. 21. NMSTP PRESS RELEASE "On Friday, November 21, 2025, following a nearly 48-hour manhunt aided… Read moreAuthorities apprehended suspect who gunned down man at New Mexico Tech

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

¡Que Linda! grant brings recycling, clean-up to Socorro

Plastic recycling will soon become available to the City of Socorro with the ¡Que Linda! Beautification grant awarded to the city from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT).

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Jessica Carranza Pino | Editor

County manager responds to termination

The Socorro County Manager’s contract was unanimously terminated at a special meeting last week.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

Albuquerque metro could see lows in the 20s by Wednesday

Tuesday started a bit chillier across the Albuquerque metro and could get even chillier Wednesday morning when lows could be in the 20s.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 03:49PM

BHS Student Council’s Giving Tree

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

FBI Continues To Dedicate Resources To Address Violent Crime In Indian Country Through ‘Operation Not Forgotten’

FBI News:’ In 2023, Operation Not Forgotten began as an FBI initiative to surge investigative, intelligence, and victim service support to Indian Country offices to assist with unresolved violent crime cases, with a priority placed on cases involving violence against women and children. Along with the FBI’s broader violent crime

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: John W. Briggs Special to the El Defensor Chieftain

Local astronomers organize 32nd annual Enchanted Skies Star Party

Starting October 14 and running six days, regional astronomers in the Magdalena Astronomical Society collaborated to host the 32nd annual Enchanted Skies Star Party (ESSP), an educational event that drew over 130 enthusiasts from across the country.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

Silver City Patrol wins 2025 Ben Lopez Memorial Best Patrol award

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

LAPS Schools Designated Spotlight Schools By NM Vistas

Student at work. Courtesy photo LAPS News: Los Alamos Public Schools is pleased to announce that, for the second time, all seven schools in the district were designated as Spotlight schools by NM Vistas. This is the highest ranking in the state. The data reflects reporting for the 2024-2025 school

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

KOB 4

by: Mesha Begay

Pay it 4ward: Local mailman recognized by community members

Sometimes a mailman can be a friend you see every day, or even the one to make sure you're OK if you live alone.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:43AM

Farmington Daily Times

by: The Associated Press

Art Briles hired by Eastern New Mexico, 9 years after Baylor fired him amid scandal

PORTALES, New Mexico – Art Briles was hired as football coach at Eastern New Mexico on Monday, getting his first college head coaching job since Baylor fired the two-time Big 12 champion more than nine years ago amid a sexual assault scandal at the world's largest Baptist university. “Very excited,

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Leger Fernández Introduces Bill To Protect Sacred Tribal Sites, Cultural Items, & Practices From Public Disclosure

STATE News: SANTA FE — Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM) introduced H.R. 6206, the Protect Culturally Sensitive Information Act to make sure Native American Tribes, Alaska Native Entities, and Native Hawaiian Organizations can share sacred and culturally important information with the federal government without fear that it will be made

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Ungelbah Dávila | Staff Reporter

Socorro honors veterans

The sound of bagpipes filled the crisp morning air at Socorro’s Isidro Baca Park as community members gathered Saturday to honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The annual Veterans Day ceremony opened with the Nationa…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:03PM

Voting 101 in Valencia County

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

KOB 4

by: Monica Logroño

Why this year’s annual debate over HS Football Championship locations is different

While fans are going back and forth on who they think will come out on top, they're also debating where those games should be played.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:41AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Ungelbah Dávila | Staff Reporter

Journey’s Place: Escondida’s hidden gem

At just 18 years old, Journey Fullinim is running the restaurant she grew up in that her momma Shirley opened about 20 years ago. When Journey was 11, they rebranded the cozy spot as Journey’s Place and Journey has been the face of the busine…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

Former Albuquerque Mayor David Rusk passes away at age 85

David Rusk, the former mayor of Albuquerque regarded for his contributions to downtown arts and public transit, has died. He was 85.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:20PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:21PM

Why MMIP cases stall: The jurisdictional maze delaying justice

An estimated 4,200 cases involving missing and murdered Indigenous people remain unsolved nationwide, according to the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs.In 2022 alone, the National Crime Information Center logged more than 10,000 reports of missing Native Americans — figures advocates say reflect a jurisdictional maze that slows investigations and leaves

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:05AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Daily Postcard: Male Evening Grosbeak Visits Overlook Park

Daily Postcard: Male Evening Grosbeak visited Overlook Park last week. Evening Grosbeaks are fairly large finches that often travel in large flocks. These birds may be found in Northern New Mexico all year round, but their numbers can vary considerably each year. Over the last fifty years, the population of

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Regina Barnett | Staff Reporter

La Pasadita Cafe continues family tradition in Socorro

For more than 50 years, La Pasadita has been a staple of authentic Mexican cuisine in Socorro, and under the leadership of Mauro Portillo Jr., the family-run restaurant continues to thrive with fresh ingredients, community ties and a deep res…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

El Defensor Chieftain

by: Regina Barnett | Staff Reporter

Ortiz appointed as interim superintendent at Magdalena Schools

The Magdalena Municipal Schools Board unanimously appointed Kim Ortiz as interim Superintendent to serve until June 30, 2026, at a salary of $150,000 beginning Oct. 20.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Paige Moore Arizona Republic

Art helped her cope after son’s suicide

Now she’s helping others heal

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Lame ducks get crossways at Silver’s council meeting

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff An outgoing Silver City town councilor had her own words for the mayor after he referred to her and himself as “lame ducks” during an otherwise ordinary work session and meeting Tuesday. During the work session, councilors and the mayor discussed details of the

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

KOB 4

by: Mesha Begay

Concussion care | Healthy Living with UNM Health

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Concussions can lead to serious brain injuries, perhaps more than you may realize. That’s why it’s so important to recognize the signs and symptoms and how to care for head injuries. In this Healthy Living segment, UNM Health shares one patient’s story of healing and explains how

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 01:54AM

Regents: WNMU more than a ‘dropout factory’

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff In response to a special audit released last month, the Western New Mexico University Board of Regents updated some of its policies Thursday. Regents also discussed other changes the university will make to comply with the audit’s recommendations — and reacted to a recent

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:04PM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

Ski Santa Fe delays opening to Saturday

Skiers and snowboarders will have to wait a little bit longer to hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe as opening day is now set for Saturday.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 04:02PM

New Mexico Sun

by: New Mexico Sun

New Mexico provides emergency drinking water after metal contamination found in Mora County wells

The state of New Mexico is supplying emergency drinking water to residents in Mora County who rely on private wells, following the detection of unsafe levels of antimony, arsenic, and uranium in groundwater.

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Home Energy Management Free Talk With PEEC, DPU Dec. 1

OEM is a project to develop open-source energy monitoring tools to help us relate to our use of energy, our energy systems and the challenge of sustainable energy. Courtesy photo PEEC News: The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) and Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) invite the community to

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Terri Harber Roswell Daily Record

Roswell's Drought Contingency Task Force debuts plan

The Roswell Drought Contingency Task Force presented its plan for the first time last week to members of the Legal Committee, who recommended approval of the 40-plus-p…

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00AM

KOAT Action News

by: Aliyah Chavez

Albuquerque house explosion victim sent out of state for care; displaces veteran's family

An investigation remains underway after a house explosion in Albuquerque sent one person to the hospital and left the community in shock.Albuquerque Fire Rescue reported that the explosion occurred just before 10:30 p.m. on Sunday night, but New Mexico Gas has stated that no leaks were found, leaving questions about

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 10:23PM

The Taos News

by: Staff report

Man charged with beating, raping woman found inside Ranchos home

A woman was found beaten and gagged in a Ranchos de Taos home Saturday (Nov. 22), according to a Nov. 24 press release from the Taos County Sh…

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:36PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 11:11PM

Vets and military families' free teeth cleaning ends Nov. 30

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —At a little over one year old, the Touro College of Dental Medicine is a relative newcomer to the Land of Enchantment's health care landscape.It's also the only dental medicine college in the state, and it's working hard to raise its profile and earn the respect of residents

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:39PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Gillian Barkhurst / Journal Staff Writer

White and Keller deal final blows during televised mayoral debate

With early voting opening for the runoff election in less than a week, mayoral candidates incumbent Tim Keller and challenger Darren White rehashed topics like cr…Read moreWhite and Keller deal final blows during televised mayoral debate

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 08:00PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 10:48PM

KOB 4

by: Robert Towne

“FACE the Hunger” campaign underway to support Storehouse New Mexico

Sandia Area Federal Credit Union is pledging $50,000 in matching funds to support Storehouse New Mexico in its FACE the Hunger campaign.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 10:15PM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

Retiring New Mexico coach could end 51-year career with state title

After more than five decades, a coach could go out on top in Saturday's New Mexico Class 6A State High School Football Championship game.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 08:46PM

Federal jury trial set for former New Mexico judge

LAS CRUCES, N.M. —An official date has been set for the federal jury trial against Nancy and Joel Cano, a former New Mexico judge.Related video above:New Mexico judge resigns after alleged gang member arrested on his propertyAdvertisementThe two are facing charges after being accused of illegally harboring a suspected member

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:31PM

County detention center no-book policy is under scrutiny

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A policy at Bernalillo County's Metropolitan Detention Center is preventing inmates from having books and all other paper possessions.The new rule went into effect in July and is meant to stop drugs and other contraband from getting into the jail. Instead, inmates now have tablets with which they

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 07:50PM

Home destroyed after possible gas explosion in Albuquerque overnight

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —An explosion destroyed a home on Walker Drive in northeast Albuquerque at 10:23 p.m. Sunday, according to the Albuquerque Fire Department.AFD Lt. Jason Fejer confirmed that one person was transported to the hospital following the incident. That person is in serious condition.AdvertisementNo additional injuries were reported.A home next

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 10:26PM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

NMJC enrollment on the rise

NMJC enrollment on the rise Levi Hill/News-Sun Enrollment is booming at New Mexico Junior College, so much so the college is looking at building a new on-campus student housing facility. The NMJC Board of Directors voted unanimously Oct. 16 to select Dekker Limited as the vendor to design and oversee

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:00PM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

NMJC enrollment on the rise Levi Hill/News-Sun Enrollment is booming at New Mexico Junior …

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:00PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: John Miller/Journal Staff Writer

Raton couple accused of fleeing to Missouri arrested on sexual abuse charges

RATON — A Raton couple who allegedly fled to Missouri with two child relatives last spring after one of the minors told local law enforcement and the New Mexico C…Read moreRaton couple accused of fleeing to Missouri arrested on sexual abuse charges

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 07:00PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 10:40PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Cathy Cook / Journal Staff Writer

More than $200 million in federal dollars will come to New Mexico projects

More than $206 million will come to New Mexico through congressionally directed spending in the 2026 fiscal year for high-dollar items like an Air Force dormitory…Read moreMore than $200 million in federal dollars will come to New Mexico projects

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 05:51PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 09:45AM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

Repair work complete on Rio Rancho water main break

Crews finished repair work on the water main break that wreaked havoc on homes, businesses and schools in Rio Rancho.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 06:43PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 01:38AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

Corrales Christmas parade canceled due to equine virus outbreak

New Mexico recently reported three cases of equine herpes (EHV-1), which has caused metro area horse and stable owners to be on guard and prompted the village of …Read moreCorrales Christmas parade canceled due to equine virus outbreak

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 05:45PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 06:10PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Algernon D'Ammassa / Journal staff writer

Alamogordo man charged in murder of girlfriend

A grisly discovery by Otero County Sheriff’s Office deputies conducting a welfare check has led to an open murder charge against Matthew Weems, 31, and a petition…Read moreAlamogordo man charged in murder of girlfriend

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 05:30PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:11PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By: Melanie Becker-Donovan Roswell Daily Record

Full hearts filling empty stomachs

Roswell Christians providing community meals

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 05:00PM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

ENMU signs embattled Art Briles as head football coach

Eastern New Mexico University signed Art Briles as their next head football coach, athletics director Kevin Fite announced Monday.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 05:58PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 01:48AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Kylie Garcia / Journal Staff Writer

Titan opens fifth Allaso-branded apartment complex in Albuquerque, shifts focus to hotels

Titan Development's five-year run building and opening Allaso-branded multifamily communities in Albuquerque has come to a close, as the development group opened …Read moreTitan opens fifth Allaso-branded apartment complex in Albuquerque, shifts focus to hotels

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 03:30PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 06:00PM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

Man arrested for allegedly driving drunk at nearly twice the speed limit

A man was arrested for allegedly driving drunk at almost twice the speed limit on a busy road in northeast Albuquerque.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 03:39PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 12:37AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

Bernalillo County OKs funding to install new Tijeras pedestrian bridge

Bernalillo County will be pouring out over $1.5 million toward replacing a Tijeras bridge and working on a watershed restoration project damaged by flooding earl…Read moreBernalillo County OKs funding to install new Tijeras pedestrian bridge

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 01:57PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:11PM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

How to minimize your waste this holiday season

The holiday season is here and, no matter how you celebrate, your trash cans are going to be full – so how can you minimize waste?

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 02:30PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

Road Warrior: ABQ prepares for upcoming winter season; BernCo closes lane on Rio Bravo

A recent AAA New Mexico forecast projects 6.3 million people in the Mountain Region, which includes New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah and Wyoming, will be hitting the road between Tuesday and Dec. 1.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:20PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Sparklight hosting food drive for St. Felix Pantry

RIO RANCHO — Sparklight is hosting a food drive for St. Felix pantry. Read moreSparklight hosting food drive for St. Felix Pantry

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:39PM

Alleged Walmart shoplifter catches meth trafficking charge after arrest

BERNALILLO — A man who allegedly shoplifted from Walmart in Bernalillo now faces drug charges after being arrested. Read moreAlleged Walmart shoplifter catches meth trafficking charge after arrest

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:44PM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

Home explosion leaves 1 injured in NE Albuquerque

A home explosion left one person seriously injured late Sunday night in northeast Albuquerque, according to Albuquerque Fire Rescue.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:37PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 01:22AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Nakayla McClelland / Journal Staff Writer

Bernalillo County post-election audit champions transparency and accountability for voters

Read, mark, verify. Repeat 5,999 times.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 11:32AM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:12PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Terri Harber Roswell Daily Record

City-owned ambulance service inches closer to reality

The Roswell Fire Department is nearing the launch of its own ambulance service within the next several months.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:04AM

Rio Rancho water main break fully repaired, city says

RIO RANCHO — The city of Rio Rancho told residents Monday that a repair work on a water main break in the Western Hills Drive area has been completed. Read moreRio Rancho water main break fully repaired, city says

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 11:35AM

In blue with food: RRPD delivers tons of goods to local pantries

RIO RANCHO — Looks of relief and happiness were on Rio Rancho's food pantry directors' faces Saturday. Read moreIn blue with food: RRPD delivers tons of goods to local pantries

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 10:31AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Nakayla McClelland and Gregory Hasman/ Journal Staff Writers

Person hospitalized after home explosion in northeast Albuquerque

A person suffered serious injuries after a house exploded in northeast Albuquerque late Sunday night.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 08:36AM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:12PM

RRHS students help residents in 17th annual 'Big Event'

RIO RANCHO — For many Rio Rancho High School students, Saturday might have just been the start of another lazy weekend. Read moreRRHS students help residents in 17th annual 'Big Event'

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 11:45AM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

Rio Rancho schools expect to resume classes as water main woes continue

Although water main woes continue in Rio Rancho, schools are expected to resume classes Monday thanks to crews making substantial repairs.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 03:58AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 01:38AM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Wheeler Cowperthwaite Special to the SUN

Man Released After Waiving Hearing

An Española man was released from custody, after prosecutors tried to get him held without bail, in a case where he allegedly tried to drive a truck that had blocked him in on private property.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 04:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

KOB 4

by: Jonathan Fjeld

Suspect arrested for deadly beating at gas station near I-40 in NW Albuquerque

Detectives arrested a man for allegedly beating someone to death Saturday night at a gas station near I-40 in northwest Albuquerque.

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 02:45AM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:01PM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Chris Clark

NMDPS Hosts Missing Persons, Community Resource Day

DPS Deputy Cabinet Secretary Sylvia Serna. Courtesy photo Courtesy photo DPS News: SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Public Safety (DPS) brought together law enforcement officers and families of missing persons for two days of training and support services in November. Friday, Nov. 21, officers from across New

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Journal Staff

APD arrests man in fatal beating case

Albuquerque police on Sunday arrested a man in a fatal beating at a West Side gas station Saturday night.

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 06:43PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:11PM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Energy Department Launches ‘Genesis Mission’ To Transform American Science & Innovation Through AI Computing Revolution

Under Secretary for Science Darío Gil to lead Genesis Mission initiative. LANL News: President Trump today issued an Executive Order to launch the Genesis Mission, a historic national effort led by the Department of Energy. Los Alamos National Laboratory supports the Genesis Mission, the Department of Energy’s newly-launched national initiative

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Guy Meyer Recognized As Certified Athletic Administrator

LAHS Athletic Director Guy Meyer LAPS News: The National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) has announced that Los Alamos High School Athletic Director Guy Meyer has been recognized by the NIAAA as a Certified Athletic Administrator. To earn this distinction, Meyer has demonstrated the highest level of knowledge and expertise

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico White crushes Keller in debate as mayor fixates on Trump — not ABQ’s collapse

With early voting for Albuquerque’s mayoral runoff just days away, Monday night’s debate showed a striking contrast between the two candidates seeking to lead a city in crisis. Darren White spent the night pressing the issues directly affecting residents—surging crime, growing homelessness, and a city government in shambles—while Tim Keller

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

Los Alamos Daily Post

by: Submitted by Carol A. Clark

Holiday Farolito Sand Available Around Town Wednesday

COUNTY News: The Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets Division will be placing sand at various locations around town on Wednesday, Nov. 26. Locations to fill farolito bags: For additional information, call County Streets Superintendent Daniel Campos at 505.500.7321 or email daniel.campos@losalamosnm.us. Read More

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico See which of New Mexico’s U.S. reps. are openly socialist—it might shock you

A major vote in the U.S. House on Friday revealed exactly where New Mexico’s congressional Democrats stand when it comes to socialism — and the results were striking. The House overwhelmingly passed a resolution condemning socialism in all its forms, with 285 lawmakers voting yes and 86 Democrats joining Republicans

Published: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Associated Press

Wisconsin woman in 2014 Slender Man stabbing is missing

Authorities say a Wisconsin woman who admitted to nearly stabbing a classmate to death in 2014 to please the horror character Slender Man is missing after she cut off an electronic monitoring device and left a group home. Madison police issue…

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 03:28PM

Updated: Sunday, November 23, 2025 09:43PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

BioPark welcomes penguin chick; second baby penguin to hatch at zoo since 2019

Laura McChesney and her husband Craig McChesney were watching penguins swim at the ABQ BioPark Zoo when they spotted two gentoo penguins giving some love to their fluffy-feathered baby.

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 02:45PM

Updated: Sunday, November 23, 2025 09:43PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Noah Alcala Bach / Journal Staff Writer

Are weapons detection systems coming to Albuquerque Public Schools?

Weapons detection systems could be coming to Albuquerque Public Schools campuses after the district’s Board of Education voted Wednesday night to approve more than $4 million in capital outlay funds to invest in the technology.

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 02:15PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 09:40AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Olivier Uyttebrouck / Journal Staff Writer

Settlement awards $1.5 million to family of Peralta man fatally shot by deputies

Valencia County Sheriff Denise Vigil is criticizing a settlement that awarded $1.5 million to the family of a Peralta man fatally shot by a deputy in 2024.

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 01:30PM

Updated: Sunday, November 23, 2025 09:43PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Nakayla McClelland / Journal Staff Writer

Man arrested in 2024 shooting that left one dead

Police arrested a man accused of fatally shooting another man after an argument outside a home in the Northeast Heights in 2024.

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 01:30PM

Updated: Sunday, November 23, 2025 09:41PM

Pet care: Turkey Day can be a stressful time for pets

Thanksgiving is great fun, isn’t it? Turkey, tofurkey, pie, football, libations. With all those distractions, just remember to keep an eye on your pets. Barking or tense body postures around visitors, hiding, freezing with ears flattened, hea…

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 01:15PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Water main break drags on; should be fixed late tonight, RR says

Update: This story includes new information from the city of Rio Rancho about the water main break. Read moreWater main break drags on; should be fixed late tonight, RR says

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 12:12PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Gregory R.C. Hasman / Journal Staff Writer

Woman wins 65-inch TV, recliner during Turkey Drop

Over 90 toy turkeys were dropped at Winrock Town Center as part of the 2nd annual KKOB Turkey Drop on Saturday.

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 09:45AM

Updated: Sunday, November 23, 2025 09:43PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Kylie Garcia / Journal Staff Writer

‘We’ve all been there’: How local restaurants united to give during SNAP unease

Dozens of local restaurants stepped up to feed New Mexico's children during a freeze on federal food assistance.

Published: Sunday, November 23, 2025 07:30AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

The Taos News

by: Staff report

Sipapu kicks off alpine sports season on first opening day in NM

Updated Nov. 24 at 4:50 p.m.

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 03:49PM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 04:58PM

Israeli author to speak in Las Vegas

Israeli author Shuli Dichter will speak about his work and about his vision for the future between “ The River and The Sea.” at Temple Montefiore at 901 8th Street in Las Vegas on Saturday, Dec. 6 at 1 p.m. Dichter is an Israeli educator and social entrepreneur, as well

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 03:30PM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Eddie Campos

El Vecino: Calabaza Mexicana Two-Crust Pie

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Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 08:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Wheeler Cowperthwaite Special to the SUN

Summons Issued for Pantsless Man Found in Yard

An Española police officer issued a summons on charges of battery on an officer, indecent exposure and other charges for a man who was found pantsless in a yard off of Fairview Lane, then had to be sedated at the Española Hospital emergency room.

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 04:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Pets of the Week 11/20/25

Doc has an upside-down smile and a heart that’s all right-side up. This big-pawed 1-year-old Boxer softie is still figuring out the world, but he’s already mastered the art of cuddling: he’s a 60 lb. bubba who thinks he’s a little lap dog. Doc walks politely on a leash and

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 08:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By David Stevens Eastern New Mexico News

Park manager allegedly shot decoy from road

A New Mexico park manager was arrested Sunday in Roosevelt County, accused of hunting without a license and shooting at artificial wildlife from the roadway.

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 12:00AM

Silver City Daily Press

by: Marcela Johnson

Bayard proclaims Cobre High Volleyball Week

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Bayard City Council issued a proclamation during their regular meeting Wednesday to declare the week of Nov. 19 as Cobre High Volleyball Week. “From what I understand, this is the first time a Grant County volleyball team has taken state,” Mayor John Ojinaga

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 12:00AM

Silver City Daily Press

by: Silver City Daily Press,SISCO AGUILAR

Magazine names True Hero for warming center work

By SISCO AGUILAR Daily Press Correspondent Just a week after being lauded as the Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year, Patricia Cano has been named as one of New Mexico Magazine’s True Heroes awardees, alongside 10 other New Mexicans. The magazine’s award recognizes New Mexicans

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Submitted Photo

Sertoma at their semi-annual highway cleanup

Members of the Roswell Sertoma Club turned out on last week's sunny Saturday morning to do their semi-annual highway cleanup along Southeast Main Street. Pictured left…

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Jim Hilley Roswell Daily Record

Peering into their futures

ENMU-R hosts career fair

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Terri Harber Roswell Daily Record

Flight passengers stranded in Roswell

Texas rains force unexpected landing, some slept in airport

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By: Melanie Becker-Donovan Roswell Daily Record

Mike Espiritu delivers emotional speech on patriotism

Wednesday, November 19, the Chaves County Federated Republican Women (CCFRW) held their monthly meeting at the Elks Lodge. Opening with a greeting was CCFRW President …

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Daily Record staff

Week Ahead: November 22, 2025

Note: Updates added as the week progresses.

Published: Saturday, November 22, 2025 12:00AM

Woman struck by vehicle while attempting to rescue dog

RIO RANCHO — A woman is in stable condition after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to rescue a dog that had also been hit.

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 09:20PM

Gilman tunnels to close for rock stabilization

JEMEZ — The Gilman Tunnels in Jemez will be closed for rock stabilization Dec. 1-2.

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 01:21PM

One hospitalized in King Blvd structure fire

RIO RANCHO — A late-night structure fire was confirmed near Northern Meadows Friday.

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 10:28PM

Old News 11/21/2025

Front page of the Nov. 21, 1910 edition of the Las Vegad Optic. Front page of the Nov. 21, 1910 edition of the Las Vegad Optic. New Mexico Normal University’s “favorite son” was extended a big hand in assembly hour in Adele Ilfeld auditorium Wednesday. Reading a number of his

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00PM

Rio Grande Sun

by: From a Press Release

‘Setting Hearts Ablaze’ Receives Cultural Impact Rocky Mountain Emmy

“Moving Arts: Setting Hearts Ablaze,” the documentary created by Docufilms in collaboration with Moving Arts, has been awarded the Cultural Impact Rocky Mountain Emmy by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS), Rocky Mountain Southwest Chapter.

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 10:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Assisted Outpatient Treatment program launches locally

A program that is being piloted in the local district courthouse is allowing people to file a petition with the courts to order outpatient behavioral health treatment for those it may benefit. Court officials and mental health providers gathered Nov. 14 at the Fourth Judicial District Courthouse to officially launch

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 08:00AM

Cuba school district tests electric buses; Rio Rancho schools wants fleet

CUBA — The wheels on the bus go round and round.

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 08:48AM

Bob Tyler to seek third term on Rio Rancho council

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Councilor Bob Tyler announced Friday that he will run for a third term on the Rio Rancho Governing Body.

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 10:38AM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Wheeler Cowperthwaite Special to the SUN

Charges Added for Man Wanted on Warrant

A New Mexico State Police officer charged an Alcalde man with battery on an officer and resisting arrest, after he allegedly kicked an officer who was arresting him on a bench warrant, for failing to appear for a court hearing in a case where he is accused of attacking his

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 04:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Susan Montoya Bryan The Associated Press

A drying-up Rio Grande basin threatens water security

Researchers have completed a full accounting of water uses and losses in the Rio Grande-Bravo basin as it faces severe shortages throughout its range in the United Sta…

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00AM

Fears ratchet up over heavy metal contamination in Mora County wells

Published: Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office seeks tips from June homicide

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 09:21PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

RRHS teacher publishes science-fiction novel

RIO RANCHO — Once Aaron Montgomery’s students at Rio Rancho High School see the “Star Wars” posters adorning a section of his classroom, he hopes students ask about another one that might seem out of place.

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 02:30PM

RRPD arrest records: Nov. 9-15

Nov. 9

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 01:29PM

RRPS board sends $7.4M in capital project requests to Legislature

RIO RANCHO — From new school intercoms to marching band fields, Rio Rancho Public Schools has a lot on its legislative wish list next year.

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 03:22PM

New Mexico Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Day results for Nov. 19, 2025

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:20PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

SRMC's new chief talks future of hospital

RIO RANCHO — University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center has a new, goal-driven chief.

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 11:00AM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Jennifer A. Garcia

Who Was that Masked Man With a Mullet?

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

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 10:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Dee-Ann Durbin AP Business Writer

Fiber is something most people could use more of

U.S. consumers who have had their fill of protein-enhanced cereal and ice cream are about to meet the next big food fad. It's fiber. Market research firm Mintel says t…

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Christina Holt Hobbs News-Sun

City of Hobbs approves pay raises for fire, police

A substantial 26.5% pay raise for Hobbs police officers — making them the highest-paid municipal force in the state — was unanimously approved by city commissioners Mo…

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Martinez celebrates 103rd birthday

Mary Martinez, center, considers what she will wish for before blowing out the candles on her birthday cake during a celebration in her honor at La Vida Buena Healthcare on Monday. Mary Martinez, center, considers what she will wish for before blowing out the candles on her birthday cake during

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 07:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Jim Hilley Photo

Fall color in Roswell

A mulberry tree adds some fall color to the Clyde Fulton Garden on a cloudy Wednesday morning near the Spring River Parkway in Cahoon Park. After a period of clear ski…

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Terri Harber Roswell Daily Record

Airport building lease approved for police department

The Roswell Police Department (RPD) will be moving a significant portion of its operations into the building vacated earlier this month by the International Law Enforc…

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

County to pursue new courthouse

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent After thoroughly pricing out options for both a complex retrofit of the current Grant County Courthouse at $24.3 million and constructing a new, compliant courthouse behind the historic building to create a “judicial complex,” a majority of county commissioners voted last Thursday in favor

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico What’s Maggie hiding? NM sec. of state fights federal search for illegal voters

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver, a far-left Democrat seeking continual elective office now as lieutenant governor, is once again at the center of a national controversy—this time joining 10 other Democrat secretaries of state in signing a letter attacking the federal government for requesting statewide voter-roll data.

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Officials applaud widening, urge advocacy to finis...

State and local officials celebrated the early completion of the first phase of the U.S. 180 widening project Wednesday morning, but all involved said the work to obtain funding to finish the project from Hurley to Deming still needs to be done. New Mexico Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna joined DOT

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Stephen Groves The Associated Press

What’s next for the Epstein files

Congress is sending President Donald Trump a bill to compel the Justice Department to make public its case files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. It's a …

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

San Miguel del Bado Land Grant honors history with new Santa Fe Trail marker

The new marker now stands near the Pecos River crossing where the Santa Fe Trail once carved its way through the high plains of New Mexico. The monument’s red granite stone, quarried in India and shipped across oceans, was crafted and installed by Artistic Stone Carving of Capulin, New Mexico,

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 08:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Roswell Daily Record staff report

State says no deadline for disaster recovery grants

Those who intend to seek Community Development Block Grants for disaster recovery no longer have a Nov. 28 deadline to file their paperwork. According to the New Mexic…

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Levi Hill Hobbs News-Sun

A data center in Lea County?

Lea County has a lot going for it in the burgeoning realm of data centers needed to meet the growing demand for computing power to feed the growing artificial intellig…

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Will Weissert The Associated Press

Trump claims allowing skilled immigrants to train US workers ‘is MAGA’

President Donald Trump is again expressing support for skilled immigrants training U.S. workers in high-tech factories. Speaking at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum on …

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Tiffany Stanley The Associated Press

US bishops officially ban transgender castration at Catholic hospitals

U.S. Catholic bishops have voted to make official a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender patients at Catholic hospitals. The decision formalizes a yearslong pr…

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

New Mexico Wellness Wire: Researchers find higher risk of hantavirus in dry, underdeveloped areas

Published: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

The Taos News

by: Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico

NM GOP asks for fraud examination in SNAP audit

Republican lawmakers in the New Mexico Legislature are urging state officials to expand the scope of an audit into the state’s food assistance…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:46PM

Updated: Thursday, November 20, 2025 09:19AM

The Taos News

by: Nicholas Gilmore/The New Mexican

State Police persist in withholding homicide police report

The state Department of Public Safety has estimated it will take more than four months from the day of a deadly shooting outside Madrid to pro…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:46PM

Updated: Thursday, November 20, 2025 09:19AM

Taos Pueblo wins at infrastructure conference

The 2025 New Mexico Infrastructure Finance Conference recognized tribal excellence at the Albuquerque Convention Center with Nations, Pueblos,…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:46PM

Updated: Thursday, November 20, 2025 09:19AM

The Taos News

by: Stephanie Gates

Council drops 'Kit Carson' in favor of Red Willow Park

The Town of Taos Council approved a resolution changing the name of Kit Carson Park to Red Willow Park at a special meeting Monday (Nov. 17), …

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:45PM

Updated: Friday, November 21, 2025 11:34AM

The Taos News

by: Olivia Lewis

Taos schools audit referred to DOJ

The New Mexico State Auditor’s Office has formally referred a forensic audit report revealing alleged financial wrongdoing in the Taos Municip…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:31PM

Updated: Thursday, November 20, 2025 09:19AM

The Taos News

by: Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico

LANL chromium plume spreads onto Pueblo land

An underground plume of toxic chromium has spread from Los Alamos National Laboratory to Pueblo de San Ildefonso land, state Environment Depar…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:30PM

Updated: Saturday, November 22, 2025 08:49AM

The Taos News

by: Olivia Lewis

Tribal members: educational inequities remain

Tribal leaders, parents and educators from Taos Pueblo are speaking out against the final draft of a remedial plan submitted by the New Mexico…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:30PM

Updated: Saturday, November 22, 2025 08:51AM

Christmas tree permits now available online

Christmas tree permits for Carson National Forest are now on sale through recreation.gov, according to a forest press release. Forest official…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:30PM

Updated: Friday, November 21, 2025 11:26AM

The Taos News

by: Alaina Mencinger/The New Mexican

Heavy metals found in Mora County groundwater

Three years after the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire, a slew of heavy metals have been detected in groundwater in Mora County. While no one is …

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:30PM

Updated: Friday, November 21, 2025 09:24AM

The Taos News

by: Staff Report

ByHeart infant formula recalled due to botulism

The New Mexico Department of Health is urging families to immediately stop using any ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula after the company …

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:30PM

Updated: Friday, November 21, 2025 09:30AM

The Taos News

by: Olivia Lewis

Hinds & Hinds adds climate-controlled wine lockers

Chilled wine bottles gleam softly inside new climate-controlled wine lockers at Hinds & Hinds Storage’s downtown Taos location. The locker…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:31PM

Updated: Friday, November 21, 2025 09:30AM

The Taos News

by: Mike Easterling, The New Mexican

Last call at El Farol

An iconic restaurant and nightspot on Canyon Road in Santa Fe has gone out of business. Often billed as Santa Fe’s oldest restaurant, El Farol…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:30PM

Updated: Sunday, November 23, 2025 08:58AM

Las Cruces Police arrest teen 3 days after house party shooting

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 08:24PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Woman charged for allegedly abusing Neighborhood Retirement Center resident

RIO RANCHO — A woman has been charged for allegedly abusing a retiree in a Rio Rancho senior living facility.

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 02:19PM

City of Las Vegas strengthens community partnership with Samaritan House

Samaritan House, a vital nonprofit supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness, is strengthening its collaboration with the City of Las Vegas, local law enforcement, and community stakeholders under the leadership of new Executive Director Michael Drumm, who joined the organization in October 2025. Since assuming leadership, Drumm has focused on

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 03:30PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By David Stevens Eastern New Mexico News

Clovis fraud suspect returns to operating assisted-living center

An assisted living facility operator accused of fraudulently using a debit card owned by a former resident declined Friday to talk about the case.

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 06:20PM

New Mexico Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Day results for Nov. 18, 2025

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:20PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Corrales approves $2 million loan for water rights

CORRALES — Water connects us all, but who has a right to use it?

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:52PM

Doña Ana board approves water rate hike for CRRUA customers

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 11:06AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Doña Ana certifies election results. Next steps for GO bonds.

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 09:04AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Cebola Citizen

by: Press Release

Touro College of Dental Medicine Announces the Grand Opening of its Dental Clinical Training Facility and Albuquerque Campus

Touro College of Dental Medicine Announces the Grand Opening of its Dental Clinical Training Facility and Albuquerque CampusNew Mexico’s first pre-doctoral dental educational/clinical facility supports first class of 100 students and provides affordable dental care services to communities across…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: Amerika Rougemont, Reporter

2025 Regular Local Election Official Results

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - Mayor-Milan Municipal Felix O Gonzales: 186 Votes Grants City Councilor District 1 Zachery T Gutierrez: 130 Bob W Tenequer: 81…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: Diego Lopez, Editor

Grants to Weigh District 1 Residency of Apparent Winner Vallejos on Nov. 19

GRANTS, N.M. — The Grants City Council is set to decide next week whether apparent District 1 winner Dolores P. Vallejos meets the City Charter’s residency requirement, according to the Nov. 19 agenda and packet materials.The agenda lists a single determination item with four possible outcomes: (1…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: Amerika Rougemont, Reporter

School Board Meeting Discusses Finance and Tribal Consultation

GRANTS, N.M. - The Grants Cibola County School Board held a meeting on November 6 that lasted over two hours. Discussions included the fund distribution from House Bill 450 and consultation meetings.House Bill 450 Fund & DonationHouse Bill 450 allocated $1,426,504.00 from the Public Schools…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico 58% re-offend: NM’s youth crime crisis explodes as state fails to fix system

Despite decades of promises and millions of taxpayer dollars poured into “rehabilitation-focused” youth programs, New Mexico’s juvenile justice system remains profoundly broken — and a new Legislative Finance Committee (LFC) report shows just how deep the failures run. While referrals to the juvenile system have dropped over the last two

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: News Staff

Robert Michael Martin

Robert Michael MartinRobert Michael Martin passed away in Gallup on November 8, 2025. He was 63 years of age. Robert was born in Grants, NM on December 21, 1961.Robert grew up in Grants, NM where he attended high school. He worked in the past as a Dj, security guard and

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Silver City Daily Press

by: Aaron Rogers

UPDATED: Marshalls grand opening set for Friday

According to a press release, the new Marshalls store, located at 2150 U.S. 180 E. in Silver City, is set to hold its grand opening celebration this Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. “In celebration of its new Silver City location, Marshalls will contribute to the local community by

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: News Staff

Cheryl Lynn Miles

Cheryl Lynn MilesCheryl Lynn Miles was born in Louisville, Kentucky on July 8, 1962 and was raised by Chloice and Ruby Kathleen (O'Neal) Shofner in Lamesa, Texas.Cheryl lived so many lives in her time on Earth, spending the majority of it either crafting or planning crafts, and was extremely proud…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Hundreds of sheep head through German city to winter pastures

Pedestrians in the German city of Nuremberg made way for hundreds of bleating sheep on Sunday as a flock of the animals was herded through the center on its way to its…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: News Staff

GHS Shows Cibola Culture at National FFA Convention

GRANTS, N.M. - At the National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, IN, on October 29-November 1, the Grants FFA Chapter returned home with numerous…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: News Staff

Athlete of the Week

This week's Athletes of the Week are the Grants High School Football Seniors, who were instrumental in the success that the team had this season. The Pirate…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: News Staff

TBK Bank Re-Grand Opening

TBK Bank Re-Grand Opening

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: Diego Lopez, Editor

Tribes, State Leaders, and Federal Agencies Collide Over Future of Sacred Landscape

GRANTS, N.M. — The future of Chaco Culture National Historical Park and the greater cultural landscape around it is again in flux, as federal officials begin formal steps to consider revoking a 10mile buffer that has limited new oil, gas, and exploratory mining since 2023. The review has reignited…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: Diego Lopez, Editor

Cibola Fishing Report – November 11–18

BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – Late fall has settled in at Bluewater Lake, and fishing has slowed a bit as water levels continue their gradual drop.The most recent New…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: Rosanne Boyett

From the High Plains

Title: “small lives” Author: Gary Jackson Published: 2025 Publisher: University of New Mexico, UNMPress. com One of the Mary Burnett Christiansen Poetry Series ISBN: 978-0-8263-6842-3 Paperback, 139 pages“There is no friend as loyal as a book,” Ernest HemingwayPoet Gary Jackson lures readers into a…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Kenneth C. Zirkel, Wiki Commons. New Mexico BernCo adopts lawlessness: New ordinance shields criminal aliens

Bernalillo County’s Democrat-controlled Commission has approved one of the most extreme immigration ordinances in New Mexico history — a measure critics say will jeopardize federal funding, compromise cooperation with federal law enforcement, and effectively create county-backed safe havens for criminal aliens. In a 4–1 vote on Tuesday, the Commission barred

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: Diego Lopez, Editor

Chicago Brings Heat, Heart, and Jazz to Popejoy Hall

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - On November 13, I had the honor of attending Chicago the Musical at Popejoy Hall, and from the moment the orchestra struck its first note, I knew the night was going to be unforgettable.I wasn’t entirely sure what the show’s tone or style would be going in,

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: News Staff

Jean Ann (Dawson) Harding

Jean Ann(Dawson) HardingJean Ann (Dawson) Harding, a woman who loved life and loved the Lord, passed away November 13, 2025 in Grants, NM. She was 71 years old.She was born in Meeker, OK. As a child, her family moved to Grants where her dad opened an office supply business. Jean

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Silver City Daily Press

by: Marcela Johnson

Cobre board hits superintendent search dead end

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Cobre Consolidated Schools Board of Education voted down issuing a request for proposals for consulting services for its superintendent search during its regular meeting Monday. “OK, it’s a two-two [vote], so it’s void,” President Gabrielle Begay said. Begay and board member Gilbert Guadiana

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: News Staff

Lawrence Victor “Pete” Peterson

Lawrence Victor “Pete” PetersonLawrence Victor “Pete” Peterson was born to Lawrence H and Lucia Peterson on December 26, 1958. His career spanned from driller to entrepreneur, operations leader, and quality manager for utility-scale photovoltaic projects. By far, his most important roles were as a…

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Cebola Citizen

by: Office Of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham

Students Invited to Submit Art

Calling all young artists! New Mexico students in grades K-12 are invited to take part in the Art of Conservation New Mexico Fish Art Contest. Use your creative talents to highlight the beauty and importance of aquatic species, from the prized native trout of the Rio Grande to the colorful

Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00AM

Mora County official accused of inappropriate contact with 15-year-old girl

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. Mora County’s fire administrator was arrested Monday after being accused of slapping a 15-year-old girl on the buttocks. Prosecutors charged 36-year-old Kristofer Romero, with a felony count of criminal sexual contact

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 07:02PM

R4Creating advances to regional championship

RIO RANCHO — A youth robotics team with R4Creating, a STEM learning center based in Rio Rancho, is headed to a regional championship in Dallas early next month.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 05:00PM

Warrant out for Santa Fe police officer charged in RR

RIO RANCHO — A Santa Fe police officer is wanted in court for a domestic violence incident in Rio Rancho.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 05:00PM

Wymer announces candidacy for Rio Rancho mayor

RIO RANCHO — On the same day Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull announced he would not seek re-election in March, Councilman Paul Wymer announced his candidacy for the seat.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 07:16PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Cathy Cook / Journal Staff Writer

New Mexico lawmakers introduce bills to repeal US Senate payout provision

New Mexicans are leading bills in Congress to reverse a measure that allows U.S. senators to sue the government and receive $500,000 or more for subpoenaed phone records.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 06:30PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 10:08PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Dan Boyd / Journal Capitol Bureau

Legislative report: New Mexico’s juvenile justice system seeing high repeat referrals

SANTA FE — The number of youthful offenders referred to New Mexico’s juvenile justice system has declined over the last 20 years due to an increased emphasis on community service and rehabilitation.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 03:30PM

Updated: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 06:28PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Natalie Robbins / Journal Staff Writer

‘New Mexico is not a poor state’: Meg Whitman, former eBay CEO, calls for state to rewrite its narrative

Business executive and former U.S. ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman called for changes to New Mexico’s economy, education and health care systems at a luncheon Tuesday afternoon, urging state leaders across multiple industries to change the na…

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 04:35PM

Updated: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 08:48AM

Man arrested for pointing gun at Walmart shopper

RIO RANCHO — A man was arrested for allegedly pointing a gun at someone at Walmart.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 01:58PM

NM Sen. Luján introduces three wildfire-related bills

Crews work on mulching burned trees in the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire burn scar on Feb. 1, 2023. U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) this week introduced three wildfire-related bills, including one that seeks to ensure local contractors receive wildfire mitigation work. Crews work on mulching burned trees in the

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 02:33PM

New Mexico Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Day results for Nov. 17, 2025

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:20PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

RRPD arrest records: Nov. 2-8

Nov. 2

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:26PM

Enchanted Homes: Home for the Holidays - In this week's edition!

In our Home for the Holidays edition, we visit a historic home on Ortiz Lane in central Taos, initially owned by the Ortiz family. Eliu Romero and his wife purchased

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 11:08AM

Updated: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 04:50PM

Hull will not seek re-election as Rio Rancho mayor

RIO RANCHO — One of the big questions for Rio Rancho’s municipal elections in March has been answered: Mayor Gregg Hull will not be seeking re-election.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 10:58AM

County juvenile offenders to continue to be held in Bernalillo County

BERNALILLO — Juvenile offenders will continue to be housed in Bernalillo County for Sandoval County cases.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 10:02AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By JAMIE DUCHARME - Associated Press

Calisthenics are making a comeback

Calisthenics is an age-old form of fitness that uses little or no equipment and relies on body weight for resistance. It's making a comeback. In July, President Donald…

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Cheyanne Mumphrey The Associated Press

Getting the most from a refrigerator

Storing food properly can prolong the life of groceries, minimize waste, and prevent foodborne illnesses. Experts say refrigeration is key but requires attention to de…

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Jail Log 11/18/2025

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between November 11 and November 17, 2025: Alfred Duran, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply, Resisting, Evading or Obstructing an Officer (Arrest), Concealing Identity, Criminal Trespass (Posted), Littering, Violation of Open-Fire Burning Regulations. Jason R. Romero, Driving While License

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 09:04AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Laurel Berry Alamogordo News

Quilters guild presents projects for charity

ALAMOGORDO — The Alamogordo Enchanted Quilters Guild’s meeting on Nov. 6 showcased a year’s worth of sewing by its members.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Bernalillo mayor announces re-election campaign

BERNALILLO — Bernalillo Mayor Jack Torres announced Monday he will run for a fifth term in 2026.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 08:59AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Terri Harber Roswell Daily Record

RFP for addition to airport terminal building advances

During their meeting on Monday afternoon, members of the Roswell Infrastructure Committee began weighing how to accommodate more commercial air flight passengers trave…

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Cathy Bussewitz The Associated Press

Reconnecting with an old friend

Reconnecting with old friends can be challenging. Many people are hesitant to reach out and fear being seen as a burden after years without contact. A psychologist and…

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Jim Hilley Roswell Daily Record

A brief history of the Chaves County Courthouse

Hundreds of motorists and pedestrians pass by the tile domed Chaves County Courthouse every day, but probably only a few people are aware of how one of Roswell's most …

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Community News Exchange

News briefs from across New Mexico

Murder charges brought after victim dies

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Adrian Hedden Carlsbad Current-Argus

Police chief cleared after city investigation

CARLSBAD — City officials said they found no wrongdoing after investigating allegations that Carlsbad Police Chief Jessie Rodriguez and Deputy Chief Eduardo Duarte cre…

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By: Melanie Becker-Donovan Roswell Daily Record

Shield on wheels: RPD gets a new ride

The Roswell Police Department has received a new armored vehicle from the New Mexico Municipal League, a nonprofit advocacy group that supports municipal government en…

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 10:37AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Christina Stock

Correction

The article on Nov. 15 with the headline "Holiday with Friends" should have included that it takes place on Nov. 22.

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Submitted Photo by Bianca Cheney

Ramping up

Volunteers with the Rotary Club of Roswell and the New Mexico Ramp Project work on a handicapped-accessible ramp at a mobile home in the southeast part of Roswell on S…

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

New Mexico not alone in child welfare struggles, national expert tells lawmakers

Published: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Algernon D'Ammassa / Journal staff writer

Doña Ana County exasperated by Sunland Park annexations

LAS CRUCES — Two weeks after Sunland Park city councilors voted to annex 534 acres adjacent to the Pete V. Domenici Highway, Doña Ana County commissioners found themselves discussing a new, larger expansion sought by the city at the commissio…

Published: Monday, November 17, 2025 05:48PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 10:36AM

Rio Rancho school board approves nearly $800K in security funding

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Public Schools will use almost $800,000 in state funds to make security improvements to its schools and infrastructure.

Published: Monday, November 17, 2025 02:22PM

New Mexico Lottery Pick 3 Day, Pick 3 Evening results for Nov. 16, 2025

Published: Monday, November 17, 2025 12:20PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Melanie Becker-Donovan Roswell Daily Record

Resident says handrails needed at Wool Bowl

At the Tuesday, November 11, Roswell Independent School District board meeting, Ashley Booth lobbied for handrails at the Wool Bowl for the safety of attendees. Many h…

Published: Monday, November 17, 2025 12:30PM

Cleveland student found with empty gun clip at school

RIO RANCHO — A student at V. Sue Cleveland was found with an empty gun clip this morning.

Published: Monday, November 17, 2025 11:18AM

LCPD, FBI team up to arrest and federally charge Las Cruces man

Published: Monday, November 17, 2025 10:05AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Commission approves staff for Cuba as EMS program terminated

CUBA — Cuba, New Mexico is getting support for emergency services from the county.

Published: Monday, November 17, 2025 09:48AM

Sandoval Masonic Lodge honors 250th birthday of Marine Corps.

RIO RANCHO — The Few. The Proud. The Masons.

Published: Monday, November 17, 2025 10:23AM

Officials issue warning over high metals in Mora County groundwater

The New Mexico Environment Department and the New Mexico Department of Health are warning Mora County residents about their groundwater after it was found to have high levels of metals. According to a Nov. 14 press release from the NMDOH, Mora County’s groundwater was found to have three metals in

Published: Monday, November 17, 2025 09:46AM

One dead, three injured at Las Cruces house party

Published: Sunday, November 16, 2025 08:07PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

County warns of increased truck traffic Monday

SANDOVAL COUNTY — Major roadways in the county could have more trucks on them than usual in the coming weeks.

Published: Sunday, November 16, 2025 04:12PM

New Mexico Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Day results for Nov. 15, 2025

Published: Sunday, November 16, 2025 12:20PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Wheeler Cowperthwaite Special to the SUN

2 Men Accused of Attacking Deputy

New Mexico State Police officers charged two men for allegedly attacking an off-duty Rio Arriba County Sheriff’s deputy, after he confronted one of them about speeding through a low-income housing subdivision.

Published: Sunday, November 16, 2025 04:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Bernalillo D.A. running for governor holds town hall in Rio Rancho

RIO RANCHO — “Why do you want to run for governor?” is one question Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman said he gets asked a lot.

Published: Saturday, November 15, 2025 07:00AM

From voter ID to taxes: County approves 2026 legislative priorities

Editor’s note: Not all priorities were shared due to space constraints. The county resolution on this item has all priorities and details.

Published: Saturday, November 15, 2025 08:00AM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Wheeler Cowperthwaite Special to the SUN

Missing NC Woman Arrested, Wanted Again

A homeless woman, once reported missing from North Carolina, is wanted on a warrant out of Mora County, after she was released from the Rio Arriba County Detention Center and local charges against her were dismissed by prosecutors.

Published: Saturday, November 15, 2025 04:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Jim Hilley Roswell Daily Record

Operation Stand Down helps impoverished locals

With winter weather certain to hit Chaves County in the coming months, yesterday's Operation Stand Down outreach event at Pioneer Plaza may have been especially timely.

Published: Saturday, November 15, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Terri Harber Roswell Daily Record

City council to hold special meeting Tuesday

The Roswell City Council meeting on Thursday night lasted more than two hours, and they’ll be meeting again this coming week about some related matters.

Published: Saturday, November 15, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico Tim Keller gets brutally ratioed after claiming ABQ crime is ‘trending down’

ALBUQUERQUE — A new X post from far-left Democrat Mayor Tim Keller is backfiring spectacularly after he publicly claimed that crime is “trending down” in Albuquerque — a city that continues to rank among the most dangerous in the country and even in the world. In a video posted to

Published: Saturday, November 15, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Daily Record staff

Week Ahead: November 15, 2025

Note: Updates will be posted as the week progresses

Published: Saturday, November 15, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: SaraLei Fajardo Photo

RDR supports kids' school project of the 'Stellar' kind

The Roswell Daily Record donated more than $100 in UFO merchandise for Sunset Elementary School's Stellar project. Students who won the raffles for completing their “m…

Published: Saturday, November 15, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell High School October Student of the Month Lesley Armendariz

Lesley Armendariz

Published: Saturday, November 15, 2025 12:00AM

Rio Rancho area schools organize food drives in face of SNAP crisis

RIO RANCHO — RiceARoni. Honey Nut Cheerios. Pumpkin pie filling. Bush's pinto beans.

Published: Friday, November 14, 2025 04:30PM

Old News Nov. 8-14: Stories from the past 146 years

Front page of the Nov. 11, 1913 edition of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Nov. 11, 1913 edition of the Las Vegas Optic. Hon. Miguel A. Otero, ex-governor of New Mexico, who came over from Santa Fe on Tuesday to cast his vote in Precinct 29 of

Published: Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00PM

Renowned native artists celebrated by county

BERNALILLO — Two artists in Sandoval County were recognized for their renowned works Nov. 12, as part of Native American Heritage Month.

Published: Friday, November 14, 2025 03:15PM

La Conquistadora to Celebrate St. Gertrude’s 174th Anniversary

Father Dale Craig, Pastor of St. Gertrude’s Church in Mora, extends his invitation to everyone to its Annual Función on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. The day begins with an 8 and 10 a.m. Mass celebrated by Father Dale Craig, Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity (SOLT), Deacon

Published: Friday, November 14, 2025 08:00AM

BHS students invite veterans for breakfast to honor their service

BERNALILLO — Friday morning at Bernalillo High School served a plate of patriotism with a side of bacon and eggs.

Published: Friday, November 14, 2025 02:30PM

Cheba Hut plants itself in Bernalillo

BERNALILLO — Where does one go when they get hit with that “insatiable hunger”? Cheba Hut, that’s where.

Published: Friday, November 14, 2025 03:00PM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Wheeler Cowperthwaite Special to the SUN

Police Seek Man on Nationwide Warrant

A La Puebla man, who allegedly twice set fire to the house he shared with his mother, is wanted on a nationwide warrant charging him with two counts of arson.

Published: Friday, November 14, 2025 04:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Jennifer Garcia jgarcia@riograndesun.com Managing Editor

1 Dead After Late Night Car Crash

One man is dead after a late night vehicle versus pedestrian crash on State Road 68.

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 04:00PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Dispatch Dispute: Documents show disagreements between city, county go back years

Editor’s note: This is the first part in a series on the separation of dispatch resources between the city of Rio Rancho and Sandoval County.

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 04:00PM

Rio Grande Sun

by: By Chris Patrick Morgan Special to the SUN

Giving Thanks & Giving Back Food Distribution Event Returns

A partnership of local organizations will come together Saturday at McCurdy’s Cole Community Building, in the spirit of the season for Giving Thanks & Giving Back, a food distribution and resource event.

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 03:00PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:02PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Jake Coyle AP Film Writer

Evoking a Pacific Northwest past, 'Train Dreams' stirs a plaintive elegy

It’s popular in Hollywood to follow the tax credits wherever they go, but that was never going to be much of an option for “Train Dreams.” When director Clint Bentley …

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Maryclaire Dale The Associated Press

US Mint in Philadelphia presses final pennies

The U.S. Mint has ended production of the penny, a change made to save money and in recognition of the growing irrelevance of the 1-cent coin. The last pennies were st…

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell Daily Record

by: Toby Martinez Photo

Northern lights

A colorful aurora is seen in north Roswell in this timelapse photo as a solar storm made the northern lights visible in much of the country.

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00AM

RR governing body denies one home plan, amends specific area plan

RIO RANCHO — It was a long evening for the Rio Rancho Governing Nov. 13.

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 11:55AM

Piñon Post

by: Gregory Hollister

New Mexico Tim Keller attack ad on Darren White proven falseby Gregory Hollister November 13, 2025

In one of the most brazen displays of political dishonesty in recent memory, Mayor Tim Keller has unveiled an attack ad against former Bernalillo County Sheriff and former Albuquerque Public Safety Director Darren White — an ad so flagrantly false that even a basic Google search exposes it as fabricated

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00AM

Roswell High School October Student of the Month Nevaeh Gomez

Nevaeh Gomez

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00AM

NMHU Madrigal Choir concert set for Nov. 20

Dr. André García-Nuthmann, at the piano, directs the New Mexico Highlands University Madrigal Choir during a rehearsal at the school’s music building on Nov. 6. Dr. André García-Nuthmann, at the piano, directs the New Mexico Highlands University Madrigal Choir during a rehearsal at the school’s music building on Nov. 6.

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00PM

Roswell Daily Record

by: By Kevin Freking The Associated Press

Historic shutdown nearly over

The longest government shutdown in history could conclude as soon as Day 43 with almost no one happy with the final result. Hundreds of representatives are preparing t…

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico Did Vasquez forget NM exists? He votes down $32M+ in local funding

After forcing New Mexicans through the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, Democratic Rep. Gabe Vasquez is now facing fierce backlash for voting against the bipartisan deal that finally ended the 42-day crisis — and for voting against tens of millions of dollars in funding for communities across southern New

Published: Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00AM

Excavation has ceased at site where human remains were found

The area near the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute where the remains of about 20 human bodies were found has been cordoned off and all excavation near the site has ceased, said a state agency official. However, construction has not halted in its entirety, and was only stopped in the

Published: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 07:00PM

Local high school students enjoy Youth Day at NMHU

On Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, New Mexico Highlands University and the Institute for Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Learning and Teaching, hosted a Youth Day event for sophomores, juniors and seniors from Roy, Springer, Pecos, Wagon Mound, Mora, West Las Vegas and Las Vegas City Schools spearheaded by Lorraine Martinez, former

Published: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 03:20PM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Screenshot, TMZ New Mexico Stansbury melts down on TMZ with bonkers Trump–Epstein theory

In a bizarre and baseless outburst, New Mexico Democrat Rep. Melanie Stansbury is accusing the White House of “covering up” President Donald Trump’s supposed ties to Jeffrey Epstein — even though no credible evidence has ever linked Trump to Epstein’s criminal acts, and years of investigations under Democrat-led agencies have

Published: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00AM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

Solar power surging in Lea

Solar power surging in Lea Christina Holt/News-Sun Lea County is shining bright as it will soon have 10 solar farms providing nearly 1,600-megawatts of power, expanding the county’s role in renewable energy and diversifying an oil and gas driven economy. “Lea County is a great location for solar development and

Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 05:00PM

State senator Steve Lanier launches bid for governor as ‘common-sense’ candidate

SANTA FE — First-term state Sen. Steve Lanier of Aztec has entered New Mexico’s race for governor, saying he would bring a common-sense approach to the state’s top executive office.

Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 04:45PM

Discover Taos Winter 2025

Check out the NEW ISSUE of Discover Taos Winter Magazine, where FUN, CULTURE, and ADVENTURE collide! Dive into breathtaking attractions and stunning photos that capture the magic of Taos.

Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 10:35AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 11:10AM

New Mexico Legislature passes, acting governor signs $162.5M to cover SNAP payments if needed

The New Mexico Legislature’s second special session ended after about four hours Monday, with both chambers quickly approving an allocation of up to $162.5 million to cover statewide food assistance through the start of next year in case it’s needed. Acting Gov. Howie Morales also swiftly signed the bill early

Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 07:36AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico Legislature passes bill to fund SNAP as Heinrich, Luján remain hostage-takers

Lawmakers reconvened at the Capitol for a one-day special session this week to address concerns stemming from the ongoing federal government shutdown led by the Democrats. The Legislature passed House Bill 1 on Friday—a $120 million spending package aimed at protecting vulnerable New Mexicans from the fallout of lost federal

Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00AM

NM Congressional Delegation demands answers from FEMA

A burned work truck sits in front of a rainbow in July 2022 in Guadalupita, one of the towns hit hardest in the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire. The state’s Insurance Superintendent on Oct. 15, 2025 announced increased coverage for businesses struggling to get property insurance in high-fire-risk areas. Editor A

Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 08:29AM

Jail Log 11/11/2025

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between November 4 and November 10, 2025: Dolores Salazar, APO Arrest Order. Felix Romero, Burglary (Dwelling House). Julianna Alderete, Aggravated Driving While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor or Any Drug (Refusal), Resisting, Evading or Obstructing an Officer

Published: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 07:32AM

Report: 80% of disabled NM state workers considered quitting over accommodations

A new report says 80% of disabled State of New Mexico employees have considered quitting because of difficulties receiving accommodations. The list of grievances including extreme wait times of more than a year, denials without engaging in the process, and inappropriate and discriminatory comments by supervisors. The union that represents

Published: Monday, November 10, 2025 10:29AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico Aztec lawmaker Steve Lanier seeks to end Dems’ hold on NM governor’s office

Republican state Sen. Steve Lanier of Aztec has officially entered the 2026 race for New Mexico governor, joining what is shaping up to be a competitive GOP primary field. Lanier, who represents Senate District 2 in the Four Corners region, announced his candidacy Thursday, promising to restore accountability and deliver

Published: Sunday, November 09, 2025 12:00AM

Roosevelt Review

by: Quaylene Parkey

AGENDA PORTALES MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION

Board Meeting November 10, 2025 Board Room 6:00 p.m. This meeting will be held in compliance with...Read More

Published: Saturday, November 08, 2025 12:00AM

Roosevelt Review

by: Quaylene Parkey

Calendar of Events

Saturday, Nov. 8 *Veterans Appreciation Breakfast — 7-9 a.m., Tucumcari Elks Lodge 1172,...Read More

Published: Saturday, November 08, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico What to know about Mon. special session as Luján, Heinrich refuse to reopen gov’t

The New Mexico Legislature will return to Santa Fe on Monday, November 10, for a one-day special session called by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to continue emergency food assistance for roughly 460,000 New Mexicans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, which the ongoing federal government shutdown has disrupted. The

Published: Saturday, November 08, 2025 12:00AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Noah Alcala Bach and Nakayla McClelland / Journal Staff Writers

Four Albuquerque students arrested this week after firearms found on APS campuses

The ninth and 10th firearms to make their way onto Albuquerque Public Schools campuses this school year were seized by authorities Wednesday afternoon at Valley High School and Friday afternoon at Cleveland Middle School.

Published: Friday, November 07, 2025 04:58PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Noah Alcala Bach / Journal Staff Writer

UNM seeks public input in search for next president

The search for the next University of New Mexico president is underway.

Published: Friday, November 07, 2025 04:26PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Old News Nov. 1-7: Stories from the past 146 years

Front page of the Las Vegas Optic from Nov. 2, 1992 Front page of the Las Vegas Optic from Nov. 2, 1992 For ten years the widow of Harry Houdini tried to pierce the veil that separates the dead magician from the realm of the living. Today Mrs. Beatrice Houdini

Published: Friday, November 07, 2025 12:00PM

NMHU Jazz Band to host concert Nov. 12

Taryn Schlosser plays a solo on tenor saxophone in the Beatles song “Eleanor Rigby” during a rehearsal at the school on Tuesday. The band will have a concert Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. at the NMHU Student Union Building Ballroom. Taryn Schlosser plays a solo on tenor saxophone in the

Published: Friday, November 07, 2025 08:00AM

In a looming nuclear arms race, aging Los Alamos lab faces a major test

Published: Friday, November 07, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

Los Alamos’ plutonium facility safety systems need improvement, oversight board says

Published: Friday, November 07, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00AM

LVCS officials, former basketball coach sued over sexual assault charges

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. Las Vegas City Schools and a former middle school English teacher are the focus of a lawsuit centered on accusations of sexual assault. Police arrested James I. Branch in February on

Published: Thursday, November 06, 2025 09:00AM

Santa Rosa gallery features Las Vegas artist among other NM artists in new show

“Flight” by Leota Brigida Harriman, mixed media and metallic inks on paper, is one of the pieces featured at Circa Gallery in Santa Rosa. “Flight” by Leota Brigida Harriman, mixed media and metallic inks on paper, is one of the pieces featured at Circa Gallery in Santa Rosa. Las Vegas

Published: Thursday, November 06, 2025 12:00PM

Breaking: Bomb threat called into Bridge Street; area cleared by LVPD

Editor UPDATE: At 4:15 p.m., the City of Las Vegas issued a statement saying they local police have "conducted a thorough check of all vehicles in the vicinity." The statement said that the area has now been cleared by LVPD and there is no immediate threat to public safety. The

Published: Thursday, November 06, 2025 03:58PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Noah Alcala Bach / Journal Staff Writer

PED files final draft of Yazzie-Martinez remedial plan as plaintiffs push back

The New Mexico Public Education Department has submitted its final draft of a remedial plan following an April ruling that it has not done enough to improve the quality of education it provides to Native American students, English learners, s…

Published: Wednesday, November 05, 2025 05:16PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Deming Headlight

by: Kiley Martinez

Unofficial results for local election released

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

Published: Wednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00AM

Business Spotlight: Meet Edward Jones financial advisor Karen Schotter

Karen Schotter, financial advisor with Edward Jones. Karen Schotter, financial advisor with Edward Jones. I was born and raised in New York City where I spent much of my career on “Wall Street.” My career spans working on the floor of various exchanges to trading Precious Metals, Industrial Metals, Futures

Published: Wednesday, November 05, 2025 05:45AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico President Trump nominates Fmr. NM Congressman Pearce to lead BLM

President Donald Trump has nominated Republican former New Mexico Congressman Steve Pearce to serve as director of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the federal agency that oversees more than 245 million acres of public lands across the country, including millions in New Mexico. Pearce, a longtime conservative and former

Published: Wednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00AM

Unofficial 2025 Local Election Results

The following are the unofficial results of the Nov. 4 local election. All results will remain unofficial until they are certified. Candidates appear in the order they appeared on the ballots. David G. Romero - 68% (1,940 votes) Katrin Scholz-Barth - 29% (827 votes) Jaylene Marie Quiles - 2% (67

Published: Tuesday, November 04, 2025 10:00PM

Romero elected Las Vegas Mayor

Newly-elected Mayor of Las Vegas David Romero stands with members of his family Tuesday night. Former Mayor Louie Trujillo congratulates David Romero on his victory Tuesday night. From left: Ward 4 Councilor Marvin Martinez, Mayor David Romero and City Manager Robert Anaya celebrate Tuesday night. Mayor David Romero and Ward

Published: Tuesday, November 04, 2025 10:20PM

Financial literacy matters even more in uncertain times

Have the ongoing ups and downs of the markets caused you some concern? Here's one way for New Mexicans to gain a bit more confidence: Sharpen your financial knowledge …

Published: Monday, November 03, 2025 12:00PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Algernon D'Ammassa / Journal staff writer

Former president Shepard sues WNMU, lawmakers and state auditor

Western New Mexico University’s former president, Joseph Shepard, is suing the university and several present and former state officials alleging that they conspired to “destroy his reputation” after he raised questions about a $1 million sta…

Published: Monday, November 03, 2025 06:45PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico Med school applicant with 99th percentile MCAT sues UNM for racist admissions

A former top medical school applicant is suing the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, alleging the institution illegally rejected him on the basis of race in violation of federal civil rights laws. In a federal complaint filed Tuesday in the U.S. District Court for the District of New

Published: Monday, November 03, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico Lame-duck Lujan Grisham jets to Brazil—Leaving NM behind (again)

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is once again heading overseas—this time to Brazil—for a United Nations climate conference, extending a well-documented pattern of globe-trotting that has characterized much of her tenure. The Democrat, who is now entering her final year in office and is barred by term limits from running again,

Published: Monday, November 03, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico Disgraced ex-WNMU prez accuses top Dems of racketeering, political payback

A newly filed whistleblower and racketeering lawsuit from disgraced former Western New Mexico University (WNMU) President Dr. Joseph Shepard has exploded into one of the most serious allegations of political retaliation and corruption in recent New Mexico history. The 75-page complaint, filed in Grant County District Court, names as defendants

Published: Monday, November 03, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

KOAT 7 New Mexico KOAT 7 interview: Woman who has been on SNAP for three decades fumes

For Maggie Aragon, a New Mexico woman who’s relied on federal food assistance for more than 30 years, the moment her SNAP balance dropped to zero was life-altering, she says. “When I heard, ‘Zero dollars,’ my chest went into my throat,” Aragon told KOAT 7 News, describing the fear and

Published: Monday, November 03, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Vasquez via X New Mexico Vasquez, Dems shut down government, but he claims to ‘protect troops’ pay’

As the federal government shutdown drags into its fifth week, vulnerable Democrat Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) is facing sharp criticism for what opponents call stunning hypocrisy — publicly demanding troop pay and food assistance even as he voted for the very shutdown that cut off those funds. According to the

Published: Friday, October 31, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico CNN’s Jake Tapper smacks Melanie Stansbury with dose of reality

As the federal government shutdown reaches 30 days, CNN host Jake Tapper pressed far-left Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D–N.M.) on her party’s repeated votes against reopening the government and the growing strain on federal nutrition programs. During the exchange, Tapper directly challenged Stansbury over Senate Democrats’ refusal to support measures that

Published: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 12:00AM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

Mariannafornm, TikTok New Mexico Dem state lawmaker launches site to impede ICE operations, target officers

A far-left New Mexico lawmaker is facing backlash after unveiling a controversial website that allows users to track and report Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity across the state — a move that legal experts warn could border on federal obstruction of justice. State Rep. Marianna Anaya (D–Albuquerque) announced the

Published: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Kiley Martinez

DPS teacher runs for school board on common sense campaign

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...

Published: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Dan Boyd / Journal Capitol Bureau

Review finds CYFD may have misspent funds aimed at expanding behavioral health services

SANTA FE — A preliminary review into the state Children, Youth and Families Department’s spending of funds intended for behavioral health services for minors has turned up more than $7 million in possibly misaligned spending and red flags ove…

Published: Sunday, October 26, 2025 06:00AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Piñon Post

by: Piñon Post

New Mexico DC consultants cash in as Haaland’s campaign bleeds millions

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is making national headlines again — not for policy success, but for unprecedented campaign spending. According to reporting by the Santa Fe New Mexican, Haaland has already raised a jaw-dropping $6.9 million since February in her bid to become New Mexico’s next governor. Most of

Published: Sunday, October 26, 2025 12:00AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Gillian Barkhurst / Journal Staff Writer

Coronado Park one step closer to becoming a fire station

Next week, construction crews will break ground on a new fire station at Coronado Park, once the site of Albuquerque’s largest and most visible homeless encampment.

Published: Saturday, October 25, 2025 08:27AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Roosevelt Review

by: Quaylene Parkey

Reinventing Portales

A Call to Civic Pride and Small-Town Ingenuity In every small town, there’s a heartbeat...Read More

Published: Saturday, October 25, 2025 12:00AM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Dan Boyd / Journal Capitol Bureau

New Mexico's universal child care initiative to launch Nov. 1 under revised final rule

SANTA FE — New Mexico is moving ahead with a trailblazing universal child care initiative, but only after making changes to proposed rules in an attempt to address providers’ concerns.

Published: Friday, October 24, 2025 05:45PM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Albuquerque Journal

by: Dan Boyd / Journal Capitol Bureau

Lawmakers say some state agencies’ ambitious budget requests unlikely to be fulfilled

SANTA FE — After several years of record revenue growth, New Mexico state spending has surged to an all-time high.

Published: Friday, October 24, 2025 10:20AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

Mill levies, GO bonds on November ballot

Mill levies, GO bonds on November ballot Denise Marquez/News-Sun In addition to the candidates seeking a variety of offices across the county, some Lea County school districts are seeking voter approval to continue funding mill levies and general obligation bonds to support their work in the coming year. Hobbs voters

Published: Friday, October 24, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Kiley Martinez

Elks lodge helps RMMS host coat drive

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...

Published: Thursday, October 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Funds from city’s GO bond would target street projects

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...

Published: Thursday, October 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Kiley Martinez

Coleman targets equality, compliance in school board race

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 ...

Published: Thursday, October 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Milo puts in 30 years on city council

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,...

Published: Thursday, October 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

New ambulance serves Columbus

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...

Published: Thursday, October 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Kiley Martinez

Luna County is Beautiful

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

Published: Thursday, October 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Former Mayor seeks seat on City Council

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...

Published: Thursday, October 23, 2025 12:00AM

Roosevelt Review

by: Quaylene Parkey

Schedule of Events

Calendar: (courtesy of The Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce) Sunday, Oct. 19...Read More

Published: Sunday, October 19, 2025 12:00AM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

Oil theft a booming industry for thieves

Oil theft a booming industry for thieves Levi Hill/News-Sun The recent arrest of five men as part of a “large-scale” oilfield theft ring involving a Mexican cartel is shedding light on a booming crime business plaguing the Permian Basin on both sides of the state line. “About 96 percent of

Published: Thursday, October 16, 2025 12:00AM

L4SB disrupts legal industry with better, faster tech-forward service

The heyday of formal brick and mortar corporate law firms characterized by Corinthian columns, lavish and intimidating interiors, towers of file storage boxes, and pro…

Published: Friday, October 10, 2025 10:30AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Class of ’75 plans to reconnect

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...

Published: Thursday, October 09, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Kiley Martinez

Candidate forum sees standing room only

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...

Published: Thursday, October 09, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Humane Society operates at capacity

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 ...

Published: Tuesday, October 07, 2025 12:00AM

Roosevelt Review

by: Quaylene Parkey

Community Events

Sunday, Oct. 5 *ENMU Department of Theatre and Digital Filmmaking presents “The Giver” – 2...Read More

Published: Saturday, October 04, 2025 12:00AM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

Hobbs mayoral candidates gather to debate

Hobbs mayoral candidates gather to debate Caleb A. Gallegos/News-Sun Thursday night the three City of Hobbs mayoral candidates took to the stage to field questions from the citizens they hope to lead as the Republican Party of Lea County hosted a mayoral debate. Candidates Dwayne Penick, Joe Imbriale and Jonathan

Published: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Kiley Martinez

Rodeo weekend includes annual ranch rodeo

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...

Published: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Flores hearing moves to Wednesday

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

Published: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 12:00AM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

2025 Fair & Rodeo Sale of Champions hits new record

‘Record-breaking year’ 2025 Fair & Rodeo Sale of Champions hits new record Christina Holt/News-Sun LOVINGTON — The 89th annual Lea County Fair and Rodeo Junior Livestock sale set a new record this year, generating more than $1.25 million, with that total potentially still increasing. “The Sale of Champions on Saturday

Published: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Luna County fair preparations underway

Residents are prepared to showcase the best Luna County has to offer at the Southwestern New Mexico State Fair, Oct. 1-5, at 4300 Raymond Reed Blvd. i...

Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Lady ‘Cats to take on Hawks today

Coming off a 3-1 match loss in El Paso on Thursday, the Deming High Lady Wildcats will host a loaded Centennial High varsity at 6 p.m. today at Frank ...

Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Kiley Martinez

Chamber of commerce searches for new executive director

For the second time this year, the Deming Luna County Chamber of Commerce is on the hunt for an executive director. Rosela Nanez, local small business...

Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Tafoya’s find new home for MVD business

Jose and Mirna Tafoya noticed they had out-grown their business at the 100 block of South Gold Avenue. Desert Land Express MVD LLC needed state-of-the...

Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Kiley Martinez

Playfield and security upgrades approved at board meeting

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

Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 12:00AM

Deming Headlight

by: Billy Armendariz, Deming Headlight

Youth bowling league registration set for Oct. 4

The Las Cruces United States Bowling Congress (LCUSBC) is excited to host Youth Bowling and Scholarship Program for the 2025/2026 season. This program...

Published: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 12:00AM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

JSX to add Wednesday flights to Dallas

JSX to add Wednesday flights to Dallas Christina Holt/News-Sun JSX, the newest airline service at Lea County Regional Airport flying to Dallas, will be extending its operations from three to four days a week to meet the needs of the community. Beginning Sept. 24, the service will be offered on

Published: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 12:00AM

Local La-Z-Boy Galleries celebrates 50 years of family ownership

Entering La-Z-Boy Galleries of Albuquerque is like settling into a favorite recliner - and not just because of the store’s inviting chairs, sofas or mattresses. The co…

Published: Saturday, September 13, 2025 10:15AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

City of Hobbs looks to bring 4,300 more homes with housing initiatives

City of Hobbs looks to bring 4,300 more homes with housing initiatives Caleb A. Gallegos/News-Sun With around $21 million spent in housing incentives and around 2,752 units built since starting the housing initiative in 2012, Hobbs Commissioners approved another housing agreement with hopes to build 4,300 more homes by 2040.

Published: Saturday, September 06, 2025 12:00AM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

Emily Calandrelli bringing “Adventures in Radical Curiosity” to Hobbs Sept. 25

Jack Maddox Distinguished Speaker named Emily Calandrelli bringing “Adventures in Radical Curiosity” to Hobbs Sept. 25 For the News-Sun HOBBS – Emily Calandrelli, Emmy-nominated science communicator, executive producer and host of the hit Netflix show “Emily’s Wonder Lab,” has been announced as the next speaker for the Jack Maddox Distinguished

Published: Friday, August 29, 2025 12:00AM

Hobbs Sun

by: Hobbs News-Sun

Here is who filed and for what race

Wondering who filed and for what local election race? Here they are: Election day is Tuesday, Nov 4, 2025. Race District First Name Last Name Mayor Hobbs Municipal District Nicole Infante Mayor Hobbs Municipal District Jonathan Sena Mayor Hobbs Municipal District Roy Penick Mayor Hobbs Municipal District Joseph Imbriale Mayor

Published: Thursday, August 28, 2025 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Joshua Bowling

Trouble with the law

Published: Thursday, August 28, 2025 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Searchlight New Mexico Board of Directors

A New Era for Investigative Journalism in New Mexico

Published: Tuesday, August 26, 2025 12:00AM

Updated: Wednesday, August 27, 2025 12:00AM

Searchlight New Mexico

by: Ed Williams

Hospitals on the brink

Published: Friday, August 22, 2025 12:00AM

Parnall Law’s commitment to justice upheld by generations of service

Walk around the Parnall Law Firm and it’s very much a family affair. Photos from all 115+ employees’ families line the walls. Sitting throughout the office’s shelves a…

Published: Friday, July 25, 2025 09:45AM

Updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 05:00PM

Gallup Sun

by: gallupsun

I-40 eastbound will be closed overnight Feb. 13

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

Published: Thursday, February 13, 2025 07:07PM

Gallup Sun

by: gallupsun

NTU radio station KCZY outfits new system to increase reliability

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

Published: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 01:53PM

Gallup Sun

by: gallupsun

Scheduled water outage for Feb. 10

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

Published: Sunday, February 09, 2025 11:42AM

Gallup Sun

by: gallupsun

February is American Heart Month

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

Published: Saturday, February 08, 2025 09:05PM

Gallup Sun

by: gallupsun

Scheduled water outage for Feb. 8

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

Published: Friday, February 07, 2025 08:07PM

Gallup Sun

by: gallupsun

Unscheduled water outage for Jan. 13

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

Published: Monday, January 13, 2025 12:25PM

Gallup Sun

by: gallupsun

Scheduled water outage for Jan. 8

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

Published: Wednesday, January 08, 2025 10:19AM

Gallup Sun

by: gallupsun

Overdose deaths decline in New Mexico

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

Published: Tuesday, January 07, 2025 02:35PM

Gallup Sun

by: gallupsun

Navajo Nation Council mourns the passing of Diné College President Dr. Charles M. Roessel

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

Published: Monday, January 06, 2025 02:53PM

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