Republican gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull pledged to prioritize child welfare and improve transparency at New Mexico’s Children, Youth and Families Department during an Artesia campaign stop. His proposals include rebuilding trust with foster parents, nonprofits and investigators, and ensuring stable placements for children. Democrat Deb Haaland has proposed replacing CYFD

Loving junior football wide receiver Rider Gonzalez and Carlsbad junior volleyball player Brinley Brantley won Athlete of the Week. Readers can vote for this week’s top high school athlete from Carlsbad and Loving at currentargus.com or by scanning the QR code. Nominees include football standout Jaden Harper and cross-country runners

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver on Tuesday issued a voter advisory in advance of the Nov. 3 general election reinforcing practical information and voter rights. The advisory comes amid ongoing concerns by states about federal interference during the midterm elections.

Not too much will happen in the Albuquerque metro Wednesday weather-wise but some showers will dot the Four Corners and northern mountains. The post Freeze watches and warnings issued ahead of cooldown in New Mexico appeared first on KOB 4 .

LAS CRUCES – Oracle is reviewing a proposed electricity service agreement with El Paso Electric following discussions with Doña Ana County commissioners, as the company

Wednesday is the last day to register for the Duke City Marathon before the event, featuring several races including the marathon on Sunday. The post Duke City Marathon: Last day to register for Sunday’s event appeared first on KOB 4 .

NEW YORK (AP) — Federal prosecutors on Wednesday urged a New York judge to send two of the nation’s most successful luxury real estate brokers and their brother to prison for life for drugging and raping dozens of women over a two-decade stretch, while defense lawyers recommended 15-year terms. The

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal authorities investigating Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar seized the Democratic lawmaker’s phone and have issued more than a dozen grand jury subpoenas, including to some of her relatives, according to a person briefed on the probe. The subpoenas were issued for a grand jury collecting evidence in

The festival spotlights local filmmakers, offers early access to awards-season contenders, and features appearances by Marc Maron, Zahn McClarnon and Pam Grier

This article is co-published with ProPublica and The Texas Tribune as part of an initiative to report on local control of government. Last December, New Mexico officials celebrated publication of a plan to address climate change, designed to dramatically reduce the state’s greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. A few months

Republican gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull met with community members and government leaders during a 90-minute gathering at the Artesia Chamber of Commerce.

After a 55-0 loss to Eunice, Loving’s football Falcons aim to rebound when they host three-time defending state champion Texico at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at George Frederick Field. Loving, 3-4 overall and 0-1 in district play, hopes to end a four-game losing streak by improving defensively and generating

Explore the moments between races when athletes have time to themselves and staff can banter and laugh. The post XTERRA photo package: It’s not all about gold appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Nick Seibel, editor and publisher of the Silver City Daily Press, covers top stories each week in the Silver City Report. This week, he talks about a potential data center in Grant County, a potential moratorium on data centers in Silver City and more.

WASHINGTON — A federal judge late Tuesday extended a block on a Trump administration ban of press passes for three news organizations, which will allow them to continue to enter the White House grounds while a legal challenge to the ban, including a Wednesday appeal filed by the administration, plays

A large crowd joined the Potter's Guild of Las Cruces at its annual Empty Bowls event to raise funs in support of El Caldito Soup Kitchen. The Oct. 10 gathering at St. Paul's United Methodist Church offered a locally-crafted bowl filled with soup...

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Aug. 26, 2026 – Aug. 30, 2026. Aug. 26 3:41 a.m. Information Report, Paseo del Pueblo Sur — Caller said his debit card was stolen the...

Grants Water Main Break Prompts Extended Repairs, Street Closure News Staff Wed, 10/14/2026 - 05:52

NM Junior College working to advance nursing skills John Leacock/News-Sun New Mexico’s nursing training has received recognition for its excellence, with New Mexico Junior College’s nursing program among the best LPN to RN efforts in the state. NMJC’s program was recently ranked third in the state by Practical Nursing, an

A heads-up for drivers who take I-25 through Albuquerque, the Q-Turn – also known as the Texas U-Turn – is now open. The post New ‘Q-Turn’ opens along I-25 in Albuquerque appeared first on KOB 4 .

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal immigration officials need to ensure that body cameras worn by officers are uniformly activated when needed, a government report released Wednesday said, following a series of contentious shootings and aggressive arrests by ICE officers. The agency rejected the recommendation, saying that using cameras that automatically activate

The New Mexico men's cross-country team is ranked number one for the third week in a row at the National Coaches' Poll. The post New Mexico Lobo cross-country team ranked first nationally for third week in a row appeared first on KOB 4 .

New Mexico Lobo volleyball player Camila Canedo was selected as the Mountain West Defensive Player of the Week. The post New Mexico Lobo volleyball player earns weekly conference honors appeared first on KOB 4 .

Albuquerque auto theft detectives say they found a vehicle and surveillance video tied to a murder investigation in Texas. The post Detectives find vehicle tied to Texas murder suspect who could still be in Albuquerque appeared first on KOB 4 .

The Social Security Administration projects a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for older adults and people with disabilities starting in 2027. Some recipients say it won't offset rising prices. This adjustment means $75 extra per month for the nearly 72 million Social Security beneficiaries and about 7.3 million Supplemental Security Income recipients.

NEW YORK (AP) — The new White House press secretary is facing mounting questions about her background and resume as she transitions into her role as the public face of the Trump administration. Katie Zacharia has long described herself as a lawyer as she has worked to establish herself as

This week, New Mexico anglers seeking trout should head north, where conditions range from good to particularly good at Hopewell Lake, Lake Maloya, the Pecos River, Rio Grande, Rio Chama and San Juan River. Catfish anglers should look west of Silver City or near Portales, where Bill Evans Lake and

Idlewild Café, Carlsbad’s newest coffee shop, has opened at the Cascades with locally sourced food, scratch-made baked goods, coffee from Big Bend Coffee Roasters, gelato, matcha and Italian sodas. Owner Adri Ordorica drew inspiration from her hometown of Ruidoso and hopes the café, adjacent members-only Founders Room Speakeasy and future

The Little Argus shares upcoming Carlsbad community events and public service announcements, including library story times, downtown markets, senior center computer help, bingo, film screenings, and special programs at local venues. The free service invites nonprofits and organizations to submit brief notices in advance for publication on a rotating basis.

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Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff knew in 2024 that a student had reported being gang raped at a fraternity house, but never followed up to learn what had happened to her or whether any of the accused students had been punished. In an interview with The New York Times published

WASHINGTON (AP) — In 1988, Congress enacted a law to protect the privacy of video rentals after a journalist published details of Supreme Court nominee Robert Bork’s movie rental history during his Senate hearings. Nearly four decades later, the court is weighing how the Blockbuster-era statute fits into the modern

AUSTIN, Texas — It was a good day for the defense. Standing in front of a judge in Austin’s Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center, attorney Matthew Shrum secured a ruling that spared his client from serious punishment on a shoplifting charge. In the hallway immediately afterward, the defendant thanked Shrum with

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook’s lawyers say that a committee set up by the White House last week to investigate an accusation against her is “demonstrably biased,” though they did not close the door on the possibility that she would appear before the panel. Lawyer Abbe Lowell

Fernandez Leads Pirates Charge Over Taos Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent Wed, 10/14/2026 - 05:52

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice has threatened California with possible legal action over what it says are noncitizens believed to have received mail ballots for next month’s midterm elections. A letter sent Tuesday to Secretary of State Shirley Weber from Trent McCotter, the acting deputy U.S.

Trump is evaluating whether the U.S. should join Saudi strikes against the Houthis

A young woman reacts as she looks at her damaged home after Russia's night missile attack in Kyiv, Ukraine, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Efrem Lukatsky) KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian drones lost some of their fighting capacity after restrictions were suddenly imposed on the battlefield use of the country’s U.S.-made

BULLHEAD CITY, Ariz. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s midterm roadshow to rally the GOP stopped Wednesday in swing-state Arizona and was headed next to a Republican-leaning U.S. House district in Montana. The visits come as the Republican president works to bolster his party in Nov. 3 elections that will determine

WASHINGTON (AP) — For the first time in more than a quarter-century, Americans have a new option when shopping for sunscreen: a skin-protecting chemical that’s long been a go-to option in Europe and other parts of the world. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved bemotrizinol — sometimes called BEMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Netflix plans to lay off about 6% of its workforce, amounting to nearly 1,000 positions, as the streaming giant makes wider “organizational changes.” Co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos announced the job cuts in a memo to employees Wednesday. They said the company’s product, tech, legal and

RJ Mitte poses for a portrait to promote the film, “Time Share,” at the Music Lodge during the Sundance Film Festival, Jan. 20, 2018, in Park City, Utah. (Taylor Jewell/Invision/AP, File) ___ EDITOR’S NOTE – This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the

U.S. President Donald Trump says “massive” oil, gas and mineral exploration is set to begin in Greenland. He made the announcement in a post after a campaign event in Alaska on Tuesday. Greenland is a self-governing territory of Denmark. It has seen past resource extraction efforts fail because of harsh

Kamala Harris is building out her final fall campaign blitz on behalf of other Democrats. It will complete a midterm schedule that by Election Day will have taken Harris to multiple early presidential primary states on Democrats’ 2028 calendar as the former vice president mulls whether to seek the White

Farmers and ranchers spoke at a roundtable in Corrales on Tuesday about how higher fuel costs are impacting them.

An ICE raid on a Santa Fe housing construction site Tuesday comes as part of an apparent surge in immigration enforcement targeting construction workers in the region.

NEW YORK (AP) — New York City lawmakers plan to ban horse-drawn carriages from Central Park, ending their more than 150-year run as an iconic, old-timey tourist attraction, following decades of opposition from animal welfare activists and the death of a teenage tourist last spring. The City Council is expected

Ben is a wiggily, tail-wagging ball of puppy exuberance currently staying at the Aztec Animal Shelter. Courtesy Strangers at the door, sugar everywhere, and flickering flames may make humans happy on Halloween, but for pets it can mean a lot of additional stress and potential danger. That’s why Best Friends

DELLONA, Wis. (AP) — Six people, including one child, died Tuesday night in a plane crash in Wisconsin after the pilot reported that ice was building up on the wings as he flew through a thunderstorm, according to authorities. The six-seat, single-engine plane was traveling from Kenosha to Menomonie when

Haarmeyer movie gets early screening in Lea Levi Hill/News-Sun LOVINGTON — There is one thing you notice quickly when you sit down for an interview with independent filmmaker and author Mary Haarmeyer — she is a live wire, a runaway train of energy. And after an hour of listening to

Jeffrey Hughes appointed interim county manager

Pope Leo XIV had the lower section of his right lung removed after doctors diagnosed him with the most common form of lung cancer. While lung cancer is a leading killer, survival rates can be high if it’s caught early, as the pope’s tumor appears to have been. Here are

Ukrainian drones lost some of their speed after restrictions were suddenly imposed on battlefield use of the country’s U.S.-made Starlink communication terminals. Ukrainian officials shared the information Wednesday as the capital endured a second consecutive night of missile attacks. At the same time, Ukraine did not receive the usual advance

Iran-backed Houthi rebels have struck the headquarters of Saudi oil company Aramco in a strike that damaged the offices of senior executives. That's according to two regional officials on Wednesday. There were no casualties. The strike is part of intensifying attacks on Saudi Arabia by the Houthis in neighboring Yemen.

LONDON (AP) — The building that houses London’s oldest restaurant has been donated to Europe’s biggest conservation charity, a move that will, it is hoped, secure one of the U.K. capital’s go-to eateries for centuries to come. Established in 1798 by Thomas Rule as an oyster bar when Europe was

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Social Security Administration projected Wednesday that the annual cost-of-living adjustment for older adults and people with disabilities will go up by 3.6% beginning in 2027, with some recipients complaining that is not enough to offset soaring prices. The adjustment translates to $75 extra per month for

Chieftains earn seventh straight win, remain perfect in District 1-3A standings

There are no early surprises in the first week of early voting for the 2026 election. About 30,000 votes were cast statewide through Monday, according to the Secretary of State. Democrats dominate the early turnout with 59% of the total, while Republicans sit at 27% and independents account for 14%.The

United Way of Eddy County announced that Executive Director Kyle Marksteiner will step down to join the City of Carlsbad. Serina Lyons will serve as interim executive director, bringing nonprofit experience and organizational knowledge to the role. The organization thanked Marksteiner for strengthening community partnerships and assured donors, volunteers, and

The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV has celebrated Mass in a special room set up for him at the hospital after cancer surgery. The Vatican says Leo celebrated along with his secretaries on Wednesday afternoon. Doctors say Leo is eating regularly and has begun walking and doing respiratory exercises, and

Republicans are retreating from a handful of battleground U.S. House races, while Democrats are racing to raise money to boost candidates who seemed like long shots earlier this year. The strategy in the final three weeks of midterm campaigns points to an increasingly defensive posture by Republicans, who have already

An automated license plate reader is pictured in Durango in September. Christian Burney/Durango Herald, File Technology is changing everywhere. The question is not whether police should use it, but how we ensure it serves public safety without unnecessarily compromising privacy, constitutional protections, or public trust. Automated license plate readers, commonly

Jamie Church will be signing her new book, “Over a Cup of Coffee,” on Saturday, Oct. 24 at Feat of Clay Gallery in Aztec. See details below. Courtesy facebook.com/coffeechatnm Farmington Wednesday, Oct. 14 Women’s Cancer Awareness Luncheon and Style Show, benefiting the San Juan Medical Foundation’s Cathy Lincoln Memorial Cancer

Hermosa Elementary School seeks to make goal.

U.S. inflation accelerated last month as gas, clothes, and air fares got more expensive, evidence that rising prices remain an economic challenge just a few weeks before the midterm elections. The consumer price index rose 3.7% in September compared with a year ago, the Labor Department said Wednesday, up from

Commissioners received updates on Project Jupiter from Oracle for the third time. Last minute announcements from Oracle prompted commissioners to express concerns.

WASHINGTON (AP) — More than a year after President Donald Trump deployed National Guard members to begin patrolling the streets of the nation’s capital, a federal appeals court on Wednesday opened a hearing on the legality of his action by asking the government if there were any limits on a

San Juan County District Attorney’s Office is reviewing the case

Democrats are preparing an ambitious 100-days agenda if they win the House majority in the midterm elections. Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said the Democrats will be united “right out of the gate” on reinstating Affordable Care Act tax breaks, reversing Medicaid cuts, holding votes against the Iran war and undoing

Pope Leo has lung cancer after doctors removed part of his right lung, and the Vatican said the surgery went well. The post Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer, UNM doctor explains next steps appeared first on KOB 4 .

Above normal temperatures are about to give way to a cold, windy weekend east of Albuquerque. The National Weather Service in Albuquerque issued freeze and cold weather warnings for most of New Mexico earlier this week as a low pressure system descends over New Mexico from the Nevada and Arizona

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, Mont. (AP) — “You can’t hit me, Will. You know that,” Katherine Walter says to her 11-year-old son, deflecting a swat. “Why?” William asks, half-heartedly pushing his chest into his mother’s open hands. “You are in the red zone,” she says. “I need you to take it

Sports scores and upcoming events from around Otero County. The post Otero County Sports Calendar: Scores and Upcoming Events appeared first on Alamogordo News .

Incumbent Melanie Stansbury and Republican hopeful Ndidiamaka "Didi" Okpareke

Target 7 Gets the Facts on claims made in a political ad that link Republican gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull to President Donald Trump.

Sports scores and upcoming events from around Lincoln County. The post Lincoln County Sports Calendar: Scores and Upcoming Events appeared first on Ruidoso News .

LONDON (AP) — Russell Brand behaved as a “ruthless” sexual predator when he assaulted six women over the course of a decade, a prosecutor said Wednesday, as she opened the rape and sexual assault case against the actor-comedian. Brand, 51, has pleaded not guilty to three counts of rape, three

U.S. President Donald Trump said “massive” oil, gas and mineral exploration is set to begin in “our new and beautiful Greenland ” early Wednesday, though it wasn’t clear what developments he was referring to on an island where resource extraction has stymied companies for decades. Despite Trump’s optimism, the harsh

SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) -- For the first time, ABC-7 got a behind-the-scenes look at Project Jupiter, the massive data center under construction in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. ABC-7 evening anchor Mauricio Casillas toured the site with photojournalist Jesus Rodriguez. The project, led by tech giant Oracle, is expected

Boarding a bus for the short ride to the largely closed-off construction site just north of the U.S.-Mexico border near Santa Teresa, I wasn’t sure what awaited us at the drop-off point. We passed a line of cars — construction workers headed home...

By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Raton City Commissioners heard a presentation about putting the Sugarite Coal Camp on the National Register, heard from Sharon Young about the Raton Adventure Center and deliberated on a zoning change request at their regular Tuesday October 13 meeting held in City Hall. Colonel Gilbert…

MORIARTY, N.M. — Coming off a tough loss that halted an eight-game home winning streak, the Moriarty Pintos take to the road Friday night with significant Class 3A state playoff seeding on the line. Moriarty (5-2, 2-2 District 2-3A) travels to Lincoln County to face the Ruidoso Warriors (2-5, 2-2)

New Mexico AG says hunting outfitter license system is 'unconstitutional,' calls for reform Albuquerque Journal

Fans and friends in Albuquerque are paying tribute to RJ Mitte, known for his role as Walter White, Jr., in "Breaking Bad," following his death on Monday.

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian drones lost some of their fighting capacity after restrictions were suddenly imposed on the battlefield use of the country’s U.S.-made Starlink communication terminals, officials said Wednesday as the capital endured another night of missile attacks. At the same time, Ukraine did not receive the usual

Scratch-made meals strain APS budgets and workers Albuquerque Journal

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Alamogordo commissioners approved dedicating $1 million in remaining LEDA funds to rehabilitate or demolish derelict properties along White Sands Boulevard, East First Street, and East Tenth Street, including the former Holiday Inn site. City Manager Robert Stockwell said the effort could improve the city’s appearance and attract investment, while commissioners

Carlsbad City Council unanimously approved an ordinance stating the city will not voluntarily compensate people for golf-ball damage or injuries at its municipal course absent legal liability. New signs will urge golfers to accept responsibility for errant shots. Council also approved airport runway, wildfire vehicle and emergency medical services contracts

New Mexico Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland continued her fundraising dominance over Republican opponent Gregg Hull with fewer than three weeks until the Nov. 3 general election, new campaign reports show.

WASHINGTON — Democrats are touting an ambitious legislative agenda centered on affordability and accountability if they take back the U.S. House or Senate — or both — in November. A slew of pressing policy debates are on tap for Democrats, including healthcare, immigration, voting rights, the war in Iran, oversight,

Incumbent U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) faced Republican pharmacist and political newcomer Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke in a televised debate Tuesday evening where, aside from ending the war in Iran and slowing data center growth in New Mexico, the two candidates found little room for agreements.

The U.S. Department of Justice is demanding California not count ballots from voters it says are suspected noncitizens, a move by the Trump administration to apply last-minute pressure as voting begins in the midterm elections. The Justice Department on Tuesday gave California election officials 48 hours to remove voters on

The executive director of Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors says proposed federal legislation will help New Mexico build on work done to protect the forests from wildfires.

Amid rising inflation, the New Mexico organization that manages public employee retirement plans on Tuesday proposed a $250 million appropriation for ‘short term’ cost-of-living adjustment relief for retirees.

Ever since their reintroduction in the late 90s, wild Mexican wolves — a rare subspecies of gray wolf in the Southwest — have been labeled “nonessential” to the species’ overall survival by the federal government. Conservationists objected in front of a panel of judges Tuesday.

Inflation grew to a 3.7% annual rate in September, according to an Oct. 14 report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, up from 3.4% in August. In the last consumer price inflation report before midterm elections, with voters already fed up with higher prices, September’s number was the highest

WASHINGTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection need to improve oversight and guidance for federal immigration officers’ use of body-worn cameras, according to a Wednesday report from independent federal investigators. Officials with the Department of Homeland Security, however, resisted a recommendation in the report

WASHINGTON — The Social Security Administration announced on Wednesday that recipients will receive a 3.6% increase in benefits in 2027. The cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, will begin for 72 million Social Security beneficiaries in January. It will apply for Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, recipients beginning on Dec. 31. Some

By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff A 28-year-old Deming man faces a first-degree charge of attempted murder after police say he admitted shooting an...

County adds energy-saving solar projects By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff Luna County Commissioners celebrated a partnership with Schneider Electri...

Car crashes into Dollar General in Moriarty.

New video shows moments when a Hobbs middle school teacher was shot by a 13-year-old student.

Sunport earns top 10 spot on USA Today for best airport art

One occupant was displaced after a house fire in northwest Albuquerque on Wednesday morning.

Crash closes U.S Highway 82 near Alamogordo

Shiprock woman charged with shooting death of man outside her residence.

Eddy County shaken by 3.1 magnitude earthquake

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Tamalewood, as New Mexico is affectionately known in the film and TV industry, will come alive with the Santa Fe International Film Festival. The post Santa Fe International Film Festival Preview with “#UnderTheInfluence” cast, director appeared first on KOB 4 .

Six dogs and puppies are coming to New Mexico for you to adopt and help a shelter in Hawaii that is recovering from Hurricane Lowell. The post New Mexico shelter takes in 6 dogs from Hawaii after Hurricane Lowell appeared first on KOB 4 .

Bernalillo County commissioners are set to further detail the transition in healthcare at the county jail as UNM Hospital plans to transition out. The post Bernalillo County commissioners to hear MDC healthcare proposal appeared first on KOB 4 .

Americans have a new sunscreen option for the first time in over 25 years. The FDA approved the chemical ingredient BEMT back in June. It’s now available in products from brands like Neutrogena and others. The ingredient, already popular in Europe, offers broad protection without the cosmetic downsides of older

Netflix plans to lay off about 6% of its workforce as part of wider organizational changes. Co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos announced the cuts in a memo to employees on Wednesday. They said the company's product, tech, legal, and human resources teams would be most impacted. The company maintains

New Mexico United now knows their USL Championship playoff journey will kick off Nov. 1 with a home match. The post New Mexico United sets date for USL Championship playoff match appeared first on KOB 4 .

Grab your lightsabers and your sidekick because your favorite one is reportedly coming to Albuquerque Comic Con. The post Report: Actor behind C-3PO to appear at 2027 Albuquerque Comic Con appeared first on KOB 4 .

Las Cruces, NM(KVIA-TV) — The much-anticipated Coats for Kids campaign kicked off its 32nd annual drive this week, aiming to ensure that every child in Las Cruces stays warm this winter. Organized by Las Cruces Coats in partnership with Las Cruces Public Schools, the initiative plans to distribute over 1,250

Oracle's renewable energy plan may not directly power Project Jupiter, raising questions about local benefits and 8.8 million tons of potential annual emissions.

Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a commercial building fire on North Telshor Boulevard on Oct. 13. No injuries were reported and the cause remains under investigation.

Hatch Valley farmers face chile crop losses of 20% to 50% as drought, extreme heat and September flooding threaten livelihoods across northern Doña Ana County.

A day honoring Jody Mancillas, an $800k Wastewater Treatment Plant spend, critical board vacancies filled, and more from the Tuesday, October 13, Village of Cloudcroft Council meeting

Trustees voted unanimously to buy four new membrane cassettes and rebuild their basin, a stopgap to keep the plant running while the village chases funding for a multimillion-dollar replacement

The Hidalgo Soil and Water Conservation District has developed its Natural Resource Improvement Cost Share Assistance Program to help farmers […]

SANDIA PARK, N.M. — The East Mountain High School volleyball team is closing in on school history in Claire Rose’s first year as head coach, riding an 11-6 overall record and an undefeated start in District 5-3A play into the season’s final three weeks. With a 2-0 league mark, the

MORIARTY, N.M. — A regional health initiative that grew from an elementary school outreach project into a major district-wide resource is set to return this month with expanded offerings. The Moriarty-Edgewood School District will host its second annual Community Health and Wellness Fair, alongside a community craft fair, on Saturday,

Albuquerque – On Monday, October 12, Dominique Harris, 35, was arrested after fleeing from police throughout Southeast Albuquerque at high speeds, running a stop sign and attempting to evade officers by switching seats with a passenger, according to a police report. According to the criminal complaint, an officer from the

Shakur was struck in a drive-by shooting off the Las Vegas Strip in September 1996.

An ICE raid on a Santa Fe housing construction site Tuesday comes as part of an apparent surge in immigration enforcement targeting constructi…

Kate Noble has described the policy as a “norm” for the board and defended in recent months as a way to avert a “fractious environment.”

Farmers and ranchers spoke at a roundtable in Corrales on Tuesday about how higher fuel costs are impacting them.

Several people were present in the apartment Friday when a 17-year-old boy was shot, and their testimony indicates the shooting may have been …

Border security has remained a relative bright spot in Trump’s polling numbers.

The city is asking voters to approve more bond money for road repairs as it digs itself out of a decades-old maintenance backlog.

Just three weeks from the Nov. 3 election, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland continues to hold a commanding fundraising lead over…

The family of Wade Dean Taylor, a Marine Corps veteran and father who disappeared in Alamogordo in 2017, has renewed search efforts with two billboards and a $5,000 reward. Taylor was last seen walking into the Chihuahuan Desert after seeking help at the Otero County Detention Center. Anyone with information

LAS CRUCES – A 9-year-old Las Cruces girl died early Tuesday morning after being struck by a BNSF train near the intersection of South Main

Trick-or-Treat on MainStreet. Photo Courtesy MainStreet Fall in Los Alamos is filled with fun! Los Alamos MainStreet & Creative District is welcoming the season with a vibrant slate of events celebrating local arts, culture, agricultural traditions, and festive family activities. Month of Arts & Humanities Los Alamos County Council proclaimed

Candidates for at least five separate offices are spouting oddly similar campaign taglines.

Artesia boys soccer defeats Goddard at home on Tuesday night.

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez on Tuesday released a formal opinion that concludes an existing state policy reserving 10% of hunting tags for hunters who contract with private outfitters is unconstitutional and unfairly benefits wealthy, out-of-state sportsmen over local residents.

The New Mexico Court of Appeals reversed two child sexual abuse convictions after finding a Doña Ana County judge improperly excluded a defense witness.

The next Teen Movie Night is set for Saturday, Oct. 17 and it will feature a scary new release – Other Mommy!

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mark William Myatt, age 63, who passed away October 3, 2026 after a long battle with Multiple Systems Atrophy-Parkinson’s. He passed peacefully at his home in Los Alamos, New Mexico, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January

Albuquerque – Detectives with the Albuquerque Police Department’s Auto Theft Unit assisted the Denton Police Department by recovering a vehicle connected to an ongoing murder and missing person investigation in Texas during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. As part of a targeted anti-crime operation focused on hotels during the Balloon

Santa Fe County is asking voters to approve four bonds totaling $45 million for infrastructure projects including roads, water systems, parks,…

The New York Times reported that the Congressional Leadership Fund, a Republican PAC, is increasing its spending in New Mexico’s 2nd Congressi…

A new AP-NORC poll shows that most Americans think Donald Trump is profiting off the presidency in unethical or illegal ways and is focused mo…

Republican congressional candidate Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke used a televised debate Monday to repeatedly challenge incumbent Democrat U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury over New Mexico’s affordability crisis, poor educational outcomes, and what Okpareke portrayed as a gap between federal spending announcements and results families can actually see. The debate, hosted by KOAT

Trinity Site, location of the first U.S. nuclear bomb test in 1945, will open to the public this weekend for its annual open house. Visitors can explore historic project facilities, the ranch house where the plutonium core was assembled, and the detonation site. Access is through Stallion Gate, with events

Four geothermal energy projects across New Mexico recently received more than $17 million to evaluate potential “hot spots” across the state. Results are expected next year, and if data is promising, private developers could start plans for more geothermal plants in the state, according to a top state energy official.

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KVIA) -- An Otero County jury convicted a man of first-degree kidnapping and conspiracy to commit first-degree kidnapping, the Twelfth Judicial District Attorney’s Office said Tuesday. On June 10, 2023, Ernesto Robles, Vanessa Renteria, Samantha Martinez and Luis Balderas abducted a woman from her home in Alamogordo, the

Cosme Ripol, a state prosecutor with the 8th Judicial District Court working in Taos and Raton, appeared before the state Supreme Court in Santa Fe Tuesday (Oct. 13).

Republican gubernatorial nominee Gregg Hull says he would sign legislation limiting the duration of New Mexico governors’ emergency orders and requiring legislative oversight for extensions. The proposal follows pandemic-era restrictions and prior efforts by former Rep. Greg Nibert to impose 30- or 90-day limits. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s administration opposes

In a public hearing on Tuesday, New Mexico state Sen. Martin Hickey (D-Albuquerque) likened the state’s ongoing litigation against vape retailers and distributors to the decades-old struggle to convict Al Capone and his gang of “untouchables.”

With cool down comes respiratory illness and animal behavior changes

Doña Ana County ranks second statewide in votes cast as of Oct. 13. See early voting totals, absentee requests and key election deadlines.

Police identified him as 42-year-old Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, a school employee from Atlanta.

Gila Regional Medical Center will soon begin preparing for installation of its new MRI scanner, Associate Administrator Matthew Stevens told the count...

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Providing “labor guides” to pregnant women helps combat misinformation that an increasing number of patients are getting from social media or artificial intelligence, according to a recent study. Dr. Samuel Melville, a resident-physician in obstetrics and gynecology at Oregon Health & Science University and the lead author of the study,

A new legal opinion challenges New Mexico's hunting license allocations after 90% of outfitter set-aside elk tags went to nonresidents.

BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com Above are number 4 and 5 of the Los Alamos Reporter’s series of Issue Snapshots for County Council candidates, a total of 20 in all. Watch for more snapshots daily as the general election approaches. Please note that not all candidates opted to complete the questionaire, which

Santa Fe, NM — Attorney General Raúl Torrez issued a formal legal opinion, requested by members of the New Mexico Legislature, concluding that the state’s “outfitter set-aside” violates the anti-donation clause of the New Mexico Constitution. In the 2022-23 season, more than 90 percent of set-aside elk licenses went to

New Mexico’s attorney general has opined that reserving 10% of elk tags for outfitters unlawfully favors out-of-state hunters over residents a…

The data center issue has dominated the competitive governor’s race in Nevada, where 80% of the land is owned by the federal government.

Three weeks before Election Day, the Trump administration’s sprawling project to send sensitive personal information on millions of voters to the Department of Homeland Security has been declared illegal by a federal judge. The blistering court decision comes after the Department of Justice pressured or sued states for their voters’

Enric Casacuberta, a 61-year-old from Spain, is running the length of Route 66 to raise awareness of ALS and funds for research, inspired by a friend he lost to the disease.

Representatives for Project Jupiter presented updates to Doña Ana County Commissioners regarding a $13 billion economic impact, a $1 million flood recovery fund, and a proposed energy agreement with El Paso Electric. The post Doña Ana Commissioners call Project Jupiter representatives disrespectful at meeting appeared first on KVIA .

SAMIZDAT NEWS RELEASE What began as a single evening of personal storytelling is becoming a community tradition. On Monday Oct. 19, at 6 p.m., Samizdat Bookstore and Teahouse will host the third installment of its live storytelling series, featuring a mix of returning favorites and new voices sharing true stories

The wolf, named Flor, had been relocated to Mexico earlier this year, but returned to New Mexico last week.

Heavy rain last month has put the city of Santa Fe’s two reservoirs at a combined 64% full, allowing for the extra flows.

2027 Balloon Fiesta theme announced

Trish Harrison, left, of Bayfield, and Tami Joslin of Durango finish hole 18 Tuesday at Hillcrest Golf Club in Durango. They played nearly the entire round under rainy skies. The pink flags are in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month....

With Constitutional Amendment 4 on the November ballot, Fred Nathan Jr. outlines 10 proposals to strengthen legislative accountability in New Mexico.

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson headlined a fundraiser for Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham at a private residence Monday in Las Cruces .

Elisa Sanchez is a lifelong Latina/Chicana civil activist from New Mexico.

Jim Allen Salyers October 13, 2026 — Sixth Judicial District Attorney Norman R. Wheeler announces the arrest of Jim Allen Salyers (37) of Deming, New Mexico for Possession of Child Pornography. On October 8, 2026, Investigators of the 6th Judicial District Attorney's Office with the assistance of the Deming Police

'Breaking Bad' community, fans react to RJ Mitte’s death Albuquerque Journal

By Kevin Hendricks Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas is seeking a second term representing District 5, which covers much of east central Albuquerque, including Uptown and Four Hills, and all […]

Oncologists say his prognosis is excellent since it was removed early.

Sen. Rex Wilson, R-Ancho, is recovering at home following a chest injury caused when he was kicked by a heifer while working on his ranch.

It comes as the Iranian-backed Houthis and the Saudi coalition exchanged attacks Tuesday night.

CYFD said it had placed the girl in the care of her grandmother amid lack of supervision and alcohol abuse by her mother.

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) made his second New Mexico visit Monday evening in support of Republican Greg Cunningham, where he led a fundraiser in Las Cruces in the final stretch of the closely watched 2nd Congressional District race.

WASHINGTON — As partisan tensions rise in advance of the fast-approaching midterm elections, students will test their knowledge Wednesday in a field that’s long enjoyed bipartisan support: civics. Fifty-two middle school students hailing from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and American Samoa, will compete at the third annual National Civics

UPDATE (5:55 p.m.): ABC-7 reached out to the New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department to ask about today's incident; they sent the following written statement: "CYFD extends our deepest condolences to the child’s family in the aftermath of this tragedy. CYFD is working closely with the family to provide

Las Cruces police are investigating after a 9-year-old girl was struck and killed by a BNSF train near Conway Avenue early Tuesday morning.

Las Cruces police say a 9-year-old autistic girl died Tuesday morning after being hit by a train near her home.

The Department of Homeland Security has waived certain New Mexico water laws for border-wall construction projects in southern New Mexico, […]

By Kevin Hendricks Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas is seeking a second term representing District 5, which covers much of east central Albuquerque, including Uptown and Four Hills, and all of the East Mountains. He faces Republican Thomas Riley on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Olivas, a Democrat, defeated radio station owner

Albuquerque – The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office remains committed to pursuing justice, and starting October 13, 2026, three new jury trials will be taking place in Bernalillo County. Jose Rutilo Munoz Munoz Case Number: D-202-CR-2023-02881 Jose Rutilo Munoz Munoz is scheduled for jury trial on October 13 and 14,

President Michael Kotlikoff announced the measures, saying they would allow time to review whether and how fraternity life can safely continue.

Editor’s note: Democrat U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández is running for her fourth term representing New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District. Her opponent, Martin Zamora of Clovis, is finishing his fourth term as a state House representative. The News asked both candidates questions via email. Their answers were not edited. Q:

A 39-year-old Plainview, Texas, man was booked into the Curry County jail early on Oct. 10 on charges that include first-degree murder and kidnapping. Jon Quezada was being held without bond. A news release from the Curry County Sheriff’s Department reported Quezada called officers to the 800 block of Curry

Editor’s note: Democratic incumbent Ben Ray Lujan is running for re-election to the U.S. Senate against Larry Marker. The News asked both candidates the same questions via email. Their answers were not edited. Q: Rural and eastern New Mexicans often feel overshadowed by Albuquerque and Las Cruces. How would you

When my late uncle Jack Williamson wrote his autobiography, he called it, "Wonder's Child." If he was Wonder's Child, that would make me Wonder's Great-Niece, and there is no better time for claiming that title than during the annual migration of those fluttering orange and black miracles: monarch butterflies. If

On Sunday international athletes had the opportunity to relax and look back on the race at the XTERRA 30th world championship’s closing ceremonies. The post XTERRA looks to the future in Ruidoso at closing ceremonies appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Ohio resident suddenly became unresponsive, officials say

Nonprofit will serve Dolores, San Juan, Montezuma, Archuleta and La Plata County students

Smiley Building owner is suing over ballot language compliance

The NMSU Art Museum will open exhibitions featuring Marietta Patricia Leis and Shirley Crow on Oct. 16, with a public reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

by Jesse Jones, The Paper. — With Bernalillo County averaging six opioid-related deaths a week in 2025, commissioners will consider declaring a state of emergency over the fentanyl crisis Wednesday. […]

Last year, the high court reined in a district court’s order for the government to produce DOGE-related records.

Republican gubernatorial nominee Gregg Hull says he would sign legislation limiting the duration of New Mexico governors’ emergency orders and requiring legislative oversight for extensions. The proposal follows pandemic-era restrictions and prior efforts by former Rep. Greg Nibert to impose 30- or 90-day limits. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s administration opposes

By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico hunters who keep striking out in the big game draw just got some fresh ammunition. Attorney General Raúl Torrez says the state law reserving 10% of draw licenses for hunters who hire outfitters violates the New Mexico Constitution. Torrez concluded in a formal opinion dated

As the nation’s physician shortage worsens, some fear the Trump administration’s immigration policies will dissuade or prevent doctors who earned their medical degrees in foreign countries from practicing in the United States. Among all U.S. doctors, an estimated one quarter were educated abroad. But they make up an even larger

by Jesse Jones, The Paper. — With Bernalillo County averaging six opioid-related deaths a week in 2025, commissioners will consider declaring a state of emergency over the fentanyl crisis Wednesday. They’ll also consider tax breaks for housing developments that would add hundreds of apartments in Albuquerque and discuss plans to

Adrian Hedden, managing editor for El Rito Media, has the top stories from Alamogordo and Otero County.

DEPT. OF JUSTICE NEWS RELEASE Opinion finds program gives outfitters exclusive access to public wildlife for little more than a registration fee; 90 percent of set-aside elk tags went to nonresidents Attorney General Raúl Torrez issued a formal legal opinion, requested by members of the New Mexico Legislature, concluding that

At the recent Business Opportunities Summit, organized by the Regional Development Corporation, leaders held a fireside chat about Wolf & Mermaid’s journey from farmer’s market retailer to the Laboratory’s new food and beverage provider. From left: RDC Executive Director Pat Vanderpool, Wolf & Mermaid co-owner Scott Baird, Los Alamos MainStreet

Scattered to numerous showers with isolated thunderstorms will move across Northern and Eastern New Mexico Wednesday and Southern New Mexico l…

A story on page A-1 published Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2026, about the city of Santa Fe's Affordable Housing Trust Fund inaccurately stated how long …

Hermosa Elementary’s 30th annual Spirit Run is nearing its $40,000 fundraising goal, with nearly $32,000 collected by Oct. 16. Principal Kaci Whitmire has promised to dress as a princess and kiss a frog if students reach the target. Proceeds support school supplies, shirts, incentives, holiday activities, transportation and student rewards,

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between Oct. 6 and Oct. 12, 2026: Andrew Romero, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Joanie Etherton-Espinoza, APO Arrest Order. Brianna Romero, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Maria Ortiz, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP,

Clovis Community College will use a $3 million federal grant to help renovate the Gentry Building, according to college President Jonathan Fuentes. Fuentes detailed specifics of the grant at the Oct. 7 regular meeting of the college board. The board is also planning a special virtual or online only meeting

PORTALES - New firefighters will make almost 19% more than their predecessors, thanks to the Portales Fire Department's updated strategic staffing plan. It includes raising starting pay for firefighters from $14.29 to $17 an hour. The Portales City Council unanimously approved the plan during its Oct. 6 regular meeting. "It's

TUCUMCARI – Mesalands Community College sophomore Trace Fulwiler captured the bareback bronc riding title for a second straight year during the college's annual Grand Canyon Region rodeo on Oct. 10. Fulwiler, from Washington state, won the Oct. 9 program of the two-day rodeo, and his score of a 71 also

MELROSE – Melrose was nothing if not efficient on Friday night. Senior Brayden Eldridge returned the opening kickoff 80 yards for a touchdown, and the Buffaloes scored on all eight possessions after that – needing just 23 plays to do so – en route to a 58-8 drubbing of Gateway

LAS CRUCES — The Clovis Wildcats football team was able to avoid the New Mexico mercy rule. That was one of few highlights for Clovis, which fell to No. 4 ranked Las Cruces, 49-0, in a 6A District 2 game on Thursday night. Clovis, like Las Cruces, came into the

As I sat there on the porch of the lodge in the cool autumn air, I decided this must be what retirement feels like. They held a retirement party for me way back in early 2004. It was a nice party and more folks than I dreamed came by to

The books listed below are now available for checkout at the Clovis-Carver Public Library. The library is open to the public, but patrons can still visit the online catalog at cloviscarverpl.booksys.net/opac/ccpl or call 575-769-7840 to request a specific item for curbside pickup. “John of John” by Douglas Stuart. Out of

By Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico — U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) made his second New Mexico visit Monday evening in support of Republican Greg Cunningham, where he led a fundraiser in Las Cruces in the final stretch of the closely watched 2nd Congressional District race. Johnson last visited

An opinion essay argues that prominent American critics of Israel, including Hasan Piker, Ilhan Omar, and Zohran Mamdani, apply charges of genocide, apartheid, colonialism, and war crimes selectively. It contrasts their rhetoric with the histories of Turkey, Somalia, and Uganda, urging them to acknowledge abuses associated with their homelands before

The Carlsbad Cavemen cross country team finished second out of 17 teams at the Marquise Weast and Coach Mo Twilight Run on Friday night, Oct. 9 in Artesia. The post Carlsbad cross country teams finish 2nd in Artesia twilight meet appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

An opinion essay argues that prominent American critics of Israel, including Hasan Piker, Ilhan Omar, and Zohran Mamdani, apply charges of genocide, apartheid, colonialism, and war crimes selectively. It contrasts their rhetoric with the histories of Turkey, Somalia, and Uganda, urging them to acknowledge abuses associated with their homelands before

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich is demanding an independent investigation after a hoist at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant fell 1,600 feet when its rope snapped during testing. No one was injured, but the incident renewed concerns about WIPP’s aging hoist infrastructure. Heinrich urged the Energy Department to involve workers and

Think New Mexico released a new policy report which proposes ten reforms that would bring legislative ethics laws in line with the majority of other states. The post Reform legislative ethics laws appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Inn of the Mountain Gods plans to use the two tables as a way to engage poker fans on the main casino floor. The post Inn of the Mountain Gods unveils dealer-less poker tables appeared first on Ruidoso News .

KC Counts talks with Dr. Vanessa Menanteau about HRT and more.

ESTANCIA, N.M. — Coming off an emphatic statement victory over rival Legacy Academy, the Estancia Bears return home Friday night with a clear mission: maintain focus, handle business against Cobre High School, and solidify their postseason trajectory. The Bears (7-1, 2-0 District 3-2A) firmly took the wheel of the league

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Bernalillo County election workers kept a dead woman’s ballot from counting in 2024. Now her husband faces a federal charge for allegedly trying to cast […]

Deb Haaland marked Indigenous Peoples’ Day with reflections on heritage and participation in cultural events on October 12-13, 2026.

Gabe Vasquez addressed constituents on X (formerly Twitter) between October 12-13, focusing on Tribal sovereignty and criticizing proposed cuts to healthcare and food assistance programs linked to House Speaker Mike Johnson.

Today *Blood drive — 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bloodmobile, Clovis Community College, 417 Schepps Blvd., Clovis. Advance appointments recommended. Information or to make an appointment: visit https://www.vitalant.org/support-us/vitalelite or call 575-625-9743 *Tiny Tots storytime – 10 a.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-769-7840 *Preschool storytime: Firehouse Fun —...

A Clovis preschool, five eastern New Mexico school districts and four producers have been named 2026 Golden Chile Award winners. Clovis, Elida, Floyd, Melrose and Portales school districts were selected for buying and serving locally grown food, providing tasting opportunities, supporting student-led gardens, and educating students about the importance of

On this date … 1930: P-F Grocery in Portales sold one-pound glasses of peanut butter for 25 cents. A 5-pound can of peanut butter was 89 cents. Mother's China Oats cost 33 cents and 4 pounds of raisins were 32 cents. 1936: The Federal Communications Commission denied Lawrence Martin a

TUCUMCARI -- The Quay County Commission during its Oct. 12 meeting approved a construction management contract of almost $661,000 with Weil Construction Management of Albuquerque for the Dr. Daniel C. Trigg Memorial Hospital project. Company CEO Chris Weil submitted a revised contract after withdrawing a previous proposal of nearly $710,000

TUCUMCARI – The City Commission on Oct. 9 offered the city manager position to Jonathan A. Kirksey of the Dallas suburb of Lancaster, Texas, which he accepted. The commission will convene a special meeting on Friday to decide on Kirksey’s proposed two-year contract that would pay him $95,000 annually. He

TUCUMCARI – The fire chief, interim police chief, district attorney and others voiced opposition to privatizing the city's ambulance service during an Oct. 6 town hall at the Odeon Theatre. Mayor Marcy Willis called for the town hall in early September after the City Commission voiced willingness to talk to

A 2025 poll by Research & Polling, Inc. for the Albuquerque-based Garrity Group found that only 19% of New Mexico residents trust state government officials, a record low and down from 31% just five years earlier. The good news is that there are commonsense ethics reforms that can help restore

Assume liberty. Most people have been trained to automatically ask what government allows; what the rules say. They assume they don’t have liberty; otherwise they wouldn’t wait to see what someone says they are allowed to do. They assume someone else owns them and controls their choices. This isn’t healthy

Egyptian diplomat Tahseen Bashir was both a confidant and spokesman for Egyptian presidents, including Gamal Nasser and Anwar Sadat. Bashir was appointed Egypt’s ambassador to the Arab League, and later he served as ambassador to Canada. Bashir is widely credited with expressing the somewhat jaundiced opinion that, “Egypt is the

Green chile will always be part of New Mexico My New Mexico story stretches through Moriarty, Santa Fe, Vaughn, Encino, and Tapia, and today, I call Portales home. No matter which part of the state I have found myself connected to, one thing has remained constant: green chile is never

Today *Clovis Community College Board of Trustees special meeting – 8 a.m., virtual format. Information: http://www.clovis.edu/about/administration.aspx or 575-769-4003 *Eastern Plains Council of Governments – 10 a.m., EPCOG office, 418 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-762-7714 *Friends of Clovis-Carver Public Library meeting – 11:30 a.m., Ingram Room, Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701

TUCUMCARI – The City Commission during its Oct. 8 meeting approved two change orders for downtown street projects. The first change was to replace 21 meter cans on Main Street as part of a Tucumcari MainStreet project. The cans had been overlooked by Stantec, the engineer. The additional cost is

Otero County approved a contract offering union-affiliated sheriff’s deputies $550 or $820 for meeting law enforcement fitness benchmarks, including push-ups, sit-ups, a 1.5-mile run and a sprint. The voluntary program could cost up to $128,000 annually, with officials citing potential savings from fewer injuries and workers’ compensation claims. A proposal

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Bernalillo County election workers kept a dead woman’s ballot from counting in 2024. Now her husband faces a federal charge for allegedly trying to cast it. A federal grand jury indicted a 62-year-old Tijeras man on one count of fraudulent voting, the U.S. Attorney’s Office

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — When raw sewage backed into kitchen sinks and bathtubs at the Mont44 apartment complex, residents organized a tenant union. Landing on Albuquerque’s landlord list […]

An Española man will be held without bail pending trial after he allegedly crashed head-on into a tribal police officer’s cruiser in the Ohkay Casino parking lot. The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office announced the judge’s decision to have Jose Eufemio Martinez Jr., 53, held without bail pending trial following

GRADY – The Bronchos, ranked No. 1 in New Mexico six-man football by MaxPreps.com, looked as good as advertised during a 63-8 throttling of No. 3-ranked and defending state champion Logan in a key District 1 matchup on Oct. 9. The game ended late in the third quarter by the

PORTALES - When the Portales Rams football team needed a spark, junior Joseph Keita got the team going. Keita returned a punt 60 yards for a touchdown and it fired up the Rams like a bottle rocket. "That's all we needed because after that we didn't look back," Portales coach

TUCUMCARI – After being closed for much of the year, the Art City sculpture park and campground north of the city recently reopened with new owners. The husband-and-wife team of Dennis Rendon and Mandi Newton, formerly of Leadville, Colo., closed on their purchase of the 40-acre property at 10134 Highway

PORTALES – Eastern New Mexico University's volleyball team last won three matches in a row in September 2024. After beating New Mexico Highlands and Sul Ross State earlier in the week, the Greyhounds were geared for it in Saturday's Lone Star Conference tilt against rival Western New Mexico. But they'll

Clovis junior Roselia Morales finished in second place and led the Ladycats to a second place finish at the Coach Mo & Marquise Weast Twilight Event on Oct. 9. Morales finished with a time of 18 minutes, 16 seconds and runner-up to Hobbs’ Emme Simon who finished in 18:04. Clovis

MELROSE - It didn't take long for the Melrose Lady Buffaloes volleyball team to take control against visiting Santa Rosa. The Lady Buffaloes built big leads early in all three sets and cruised to a straight set victory on Oct. 6. Braylan Morgan had a match high 13 kills with

MAGDALENA – Grady’s volleyball team was in control most of the way, and the Lady Bronchos claimed a 25-13, 25-18, 25-21 non-district triumph at Alamo Navajo on Saturday. Sophomore Olivia Romero combined 11 digs and five aces to help lift Grady (8-6) to victory over the Lady Cougars (7-8). Freshman

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — When raw sewage backed into kitchen sinks and bathtubs at the Mont44 apartment complex, residents organized a tenant union. Landing on Albuquerque’s landlord list in June brought no immediate relief. Maintenance crews only returned after a September city inspection of more than 60 units,

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Anyone running a license plate reader camera on Sandoval County roads or property without a permit could face criminal charges under an ordinance county commissioners vote on Wednesday night. The ordinance bans automated license plate readers, or ALPRs, on county rights-of-way and county-owned property unless

A 9-year-old Las Cruces girl died early Tuesday morning after being struck by a BNSF train near the intersecti...

BY JAN BARNESLos Alamos I have just realized that Los Alamos County plans to proceed with building a bicycle park in the open area west of the dog park. Seems to me they already built a bicycle park over by the tennis courts and nobody ever used it. It’s now

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For people who have gone through recovery, that experience can become more than a part of their past. It can shape their future and […]

New Mexico's top election officials released an advisory outlining legal protections for voters ahead of November's general election. The guidance covers important dates, procedures for casting ballots by mail or in person, prohibited activities near polls, reporting mechanisms for violations—and urges residents not to rely on unofficial sources.

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For people who have gone through recovery, that experience can become more than a part of their past. It can shape their future and become a career helping others navigate mental health and substance-use challenges. Bernalillo County, in coordination with the Albuquerque Center for

Urban Renewal Authority is studying a potential redevelopment

Vasquez & CunninghamA look through the sole ABQ Journal poll of New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District paints a grim picture for Republican challenger Greg Cunningham, virtually shutting down his pathways to victory.To stay competitive, the retired APD detective needed to hold off Democratic incumbent Rep. Gabe Vasquez in the populous

An opinion essay argues that prominent American critics of Israel, including Hasan Piker, Ilhan Omar, and Zohran Mamdani, apply charges of genocide, apartheid, colonialism, and war crimes selectively. It contrasts their rhetoric with the histories of Turkey, Somalia, and Uganda, urging them to acknowledge abuses associated with their homelands before

City staff members present two price estimates

More reaction to the UNM Lobos beating Oklahoma State on Sunday Albuquerque Journal

The Lobos are island-bound. Everything you need to know about New Mexico's game at Hawaii Albuquerque Journal

Media Release, Office of Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) Santa Fe, NM – The New...

'It's about all of us': Former Dallas Cowboy appears at ABQ Indigenous Peoples Day celebration Albuquerque Journal

A judge presiding over Homewise’s lawsuit against the city said there is indication the city deliberately sought to exclude it from the applic…

This year’s prize money is 12 million Swedish kronor, about $1.2 million.

It is unclear how the surgery might affect the pope's planned major trip to Latin America planned for November.

Hundreds gathered Monday for the annual powwow on what the state of New Mexico recognizes as Indigenous Peoples Day.

While some New Mexico union leaders support Sen. Martin Heinrich’s expansive energy permitting bill, some environmentalists have raised alarms.

The state Democratic Party launched a Halloween-themed website Tuesday focused on healthcare issues, depicting prominent Republicans as monsters.

Las Vegas Robertson head football coach Lucas Sanchez was arrested Sunday morning on charges of aggravated battery and battery.

Republican lawmakers who support the tighter voting laws, especially around voter ID, describe them as common sense changes that help build tr…

The verdict followed a trial that centered on a head-on collision near Carlsbad between military veteran Austin Drewry and a commercial tanker truck.

BY ELLEN WALTONLos Alamos County voter Dear County Council Candidates, The residents of Los Alamos County have some practical problems that need to be addressed immediately: disposal of concrete and disposal of hazardous materials. I would like to hear back from you on each of these particular waste problems that

According to a survey, consumer spending on Halloween this year is projected to reach a record $13.5 billion, and local retailers are noticing.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández and Republican challenger and current state Rep. Martin Zamora lay out their views on affordabilit…

The 3rd Congressional District race, featuring Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández and challenger Martin Zamora, is considered safely Democratic.

Sage is opening a clinic at 2945 Rodeo Park Drive East, Suite 4 and initially will feature four to five employees.

One of the original sponsors of New Mexico’s proposed constitutional amendment to begin paying state lawmakers is facing fresh scrutiny over her own attendance record, as an opposition group argues voters should demand stronger accountability before approving annual legislative salaries. Our Values PAC released an analysis Sunday examining Democrat state

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) on Monday held back-to-back meetings in Albuquerque with labor leaders, manufacturers and renewable energy companies to tout his new, bipartisan permitting reform bill, which has drawn criticism from local and national environmental advocacy groups. Heinrich, who serves as the top Democrat on the U.S. Senate’s

UPDATE (Oct. 13, 2026): Landy Victoria Carrejo, who's accused of trafficking children over several years in exchange for $400-500, is currently in ICE custody, detention records show. ICE detention records said Carrejo is being held at the El Paso Processing Center on Montana Avenue. CHAPARRAL, N.M. (KVIA) -- A Chaparral

Hurricane Simon is still pounding Mexico's Pacific coast as it remains offshore. Authorities said Monday that two people have died and at leas…

According to authorities and his representatives, Mitte was declared dead Monday in Brownsville, Texas.

I've had a vision for what Biscochito could become for a very long time. But shifting how society approaches and supports some of its most imp…

The Suicide Awareness Bus and Spirit House visits Espanola. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Cory Richez gives a tour of the outside of the bus. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Some of the items on the walls inside the Suicide Bus a& Spirit House. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Cory Richez and Kelly

Hundreds of airmen and community members took part in Holloman Air Force Base’s Ace of Races on Oct. 10, with 127 5K, 154 half-marathon, and 50 marathon finishers. Registration fees support Morale, Welfare, and Recreation programs for airmen and their families. Shan Cong won the marathon, Brett Lechtenberg the half

New Mexico’s congressional delegation, Attorney General Raúl Torrez and state program leaders have all denounced the Trump administration’s proposed changes to the Head Start program, which they argue would illegally modify and weaken program services. The proposal would increase staff-to-child ratios, require English-only instruction and lower the cap on administrative

The Trump administration’s order to allow import of Russian diesel violates a 2022 law banning Russian energy imports while the country’s war with Ukraine is ongoing, according to a bipartisan group of U.S. senators. Following an Oct. 9 call between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, the U.S.

WASHINGTON — Democratic leaders in the U.S. House condemned a “deeply disturbing” raid early Monday at the District of Columbia home of Rep. Ilhan Omar, a Minnesota Democrat who has long been a target of verbal attacks by President Donald Trump and Republicans. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., Democratic

As candidates debate public safety ahead of the midterm elections, a new assessment of the nation’s historic homicide decline suggests there is no single explanation for the drop — and that some widely discussed enforcement strategies may have played little role. A survey of nearly 50 crime scholars convened by

Doctors and public health experts say now is the time to get vaccinated

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is challenging a federal environmental review of the proposed gas pipeline intended to serve Project Jupiter in Doña Ana County.

The Lensic's survey includes 15 questions on such topics as the respondent’s demographics, the nature of their relationship to the Lensic and …

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump this week will journey out West in an effort to galvanize support for Republican candidates three weeks before the midterm elections and convince voters to support his party amid low presidential approval ratings. As the deeply unpopular war in Iran enters month eight, resulting in

Ballot measure aims to prohibit approval of off-cycle maps drawn to favor one political party

Fatal train-vehicle crash closes highway in Valencia County Albuquerque Journal

Actor Selma Blair was arrested after she was accused of injuring two flight attendants on a trip from Los Angeles to New York.

Ellen Hill and Nico Devitt from Indivisible Santa Fe join the latest “Conversations Different” podcast to preview the upcoming “No Kings” rall…

The U.S. Department of the Interior has canceled contracts to conduct routine maintenance and programming at numerous national parks and downgraded nearly 1,500 more projects across the country to “low priority” status, including several in New Mexico, according to the nonpartisan conservation group Center for Western Priorities. The conservation group

By Frost McGahey, Investigative Journalist From Haaland campaign website Back on July 30, 2026 the NM Senate Republican Caucus called on the NM Epstein Survivors' Truth Commission to issue subpoenas to gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland and Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury. The Republicans wanted them to testify, under oath, about their knowledge

Albuquerque – On October 10, 2026 around 1:35a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of northbound Unser Blvd NW and Ladera Dr NW in reference single vehicle fatal crash. APD’s Fatal Crash Unit responded to the scene to investigate. Through the investigation, it was discovered that a purple 2013 Infiniti

Minnesota congresswoman Ilhan Omar says she will “not be silenced” and calls a search of her Washington home part of President Donald Trump’s …

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia is still striking Ukraine's energy facilities despite U.S. President Donald Trump's claim …

On July 16, 1945, people up early in Las Cruces witnessed a world-shattering event. At 5:29 a.m., they saw a bright flash in the northwest over the San Antonio Mountains. Those in the Tularosa Basin at the same time saw a bright cloud rise like...

The Village of Santa Clara may soon help provide temporary police coverage for the Town of Hurley as the community […]

BY GEORGIA STRICKFADENLos Alamos The North Mesa Park (aka former FEMAville) Master Plan shows the proposed and now funded Bike Skills Park being located in the Natural Area east of N. Mesa Park Road, the open area across from La Mesa Mobile Home Park extending to Brewer Arena. Any manmade

BY VALERIE FOXLos Alamos I would like to thank the Los Alamos School District for making a positive change in their math curriculum this year. As I understand it, and have observed, the new curriculum utilizes traditional, standard math teaching and terminology. This is something that I had asked our

SALA NEWS RELEASE Halloween season continues at SALA Los Alamos Event Center with free community screenings, football on the big screen, New Reels, and a Classics favorite. Tuesday, October 13 | 6:30 PM Free Palestine Movie Series: Seeds for Liberation A free screening featuring stories centered on Palestine and liberation.Free

RPLA NEWS RELEASE Our honored guest speaker will be NM CD-3 candidate and NM State Representative (D63), Martin Zamora. The first part of the meeting will feature our candidates and be open to the community (all political parties). Then we will take a short break and resume with our Central

A man whose vehicle tumbled into the Rio Grande on Sunday evening (Oct. 11) dragged himself out of the river with a leg injury, a Taos Fire Department lieutenant said. The crash happened at around mile marker 5 or 6 on N.M. 570, Lt. Mario Romero...

By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — For most government workers and union members, Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day is the Monday cap to a three-day weekend. But […]

A new settlement in Montana could strengthen oversight for teaching about Tribal Nations in schools if approved by court. The move comes as advocates call for turning recognition into action on Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — For most government workers and union members, Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day is the Monday cap to a three-day weekend. But that is not true for the U.S. Senate staff and local building trades members working to keep up with Sen.

Southeast New Mexico College has appointed Dr. Jennifer Schroeder as Vice President of Workforce and Community Engagement, effective November 1, 2026. Currently executive director of South Arkansas College’s Career Accelerator, Schroeder brings extensive experience in workforce development, higher education, student support, and early childhood education. She will help align SENMC

A levee breach close to the outlet of the Rio Grande near Hatch caused catastrophic flooding that also devastated pecan orchards.

As I’ve said before, slapdash governance from unpaid lawmakers during short sessions is one of the reasons New Mexico stays poor. The post Pay our legislators and demand ethical behavior appeared first on Ruidoso News .

A local gas station owner encourages customers to utilize gas station loyalty programs to lower the cost at the pump and earn additional discounts. The post Keithley’s Korner: Gas prices too high? Club Gas says ‘join the club’ appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Journal Poll: Vasquez leads in tight New Mexico House race Albuquerque Journal

Prosecutors are asking a judge to hold an Española man without bail after he allegedly attacked his girlfriend while he was on pre-trial release in another case, in which he is accused of breaking and entering. Officers arrested Charles Trujillo, 36, on charges of attempted aggravated battery by strangulation, false

In the course of a single election cycle, the backlash against data centers has grown from an issue at local planning commission and city council meetings to become a flashpoint in state and federal races across the country. Candidates who once touted data centers as an economic boon have backtracked,

All but five of 594 comments from New Mexico residents oppose the repeal of the Roadless Rule, which protects 1.6 million acres of New Mexico national forests from road construction and logging.

Alex Carrillo entered his eternal home into the arms of his savior, Jesus Christ, on September 24, 2026, and to celebrate his son’s birthday. Born in Carrizo Springs, Texas, on February 17, 1954, to Uvaldo and Tiodora Carrillo, Alex grew up in Hobbs, New Mexico. Alex loved his family, football,

Lorence Martinez, age 92, of Petaca, NM, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026. She was born on May 17, 1934, to Eugenio and Fedelina Martinez. She lived and spent most of her life in Petaca, NM, where she built a beautiful life and home. She was preceded in death

George Fischer Morse July 30, 1947 – September 19, 2026 A very unique person was the first-born son of William Morse and Thedora Doris Pulone. They named him George Fischer, a name chosen from the paternal side of the family. He learned to love fishing and all sports from his

Dylan Ethan Romero 10 Year Anniversary Remembering you is easy We do it every day, but there’s an ache within our hearts that will never go away. We love you and miss you forver. Mom, Andy Donna Lee & Kathy Grandma & Grandpa Tia Amanda

The Albuquerque Journal Events - Halloween Pumpkins: Exploring Soft Pastels, Color, Light, and Composition Albuquerque Journal

BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com As voters head toward the 2026 Los Alamos County Council election, the Los Alamos Reporter is publishing a comprehensive series of issue-by-issue snapshots. Twenty “Issue Snapshots” will be published in the coming days leading up to the election and the first three are presented today. Some of

More voters in the populous ABQ metro are withholding judgment on the gubernatorial race than most other regions, appearing to prevent Democrat Deb Haaland from reaching the key 50 percent mark in her race against Republican Gregg Hull.The second and final poll on the contest from the ABQ Journal—taken October

Yarn United brings Artesia-area crafters of all skill levels together at the Artesia Public Library on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Members crochet afghans, blankets and worry worms, share skills and materials, and welcome knitters. The group fosters creativity, friendship and stress relief, while many participants donate

Check out the Artesia Daily Press’ best photos from the Bulldogs’ win over Goddard at Cielo Grande Sports Complex on Saturday night.

Concept comes to life after many years of faculty and student work

Hall goes off and Lobos end Cowboys’ 57-game preseason streak Albuquerque Journal

Young athletes took center stage on the second day of XTERRA World Championship racing in Ruidoso. The post Youth in the spotlight on day two of XTERRA appeared first on Alamogordo News .

Young athletes took center stage on the second day of XTERRA World Championship racing in Ruidoso. The post Youth in the spotlight on day two of XTERRA appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Good morning, and welcome back to Election Watch, The New Mexican’s weekly election newsletter that goes out for the month or so leading up to…

Melody Sauceda founded Turquoise Thunder to inform Santa Feans about lacrosse’s Native roots, and to give girls a space to play.

Mayor Michael Garcia has said he plans to hire a permanent city manager following next year’s budget process, more than a year into his term.

LESC NEWS RELEASE The Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) will meet in Rio Rancho at the Rio Rancho Public Schools Administration Building from October 14 to 16, 2026. Day 1 – October 14, 2026LESC will begin its October hearings with a community welcome from Rio Rancho Public Schools before turning

Scene from prior PEEC-A-BOO.Courtesy PEEC Scene from prior PEEC-A-BOO. Courtesy PEEC PEEC NEWS RELEASE The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites families to stop by the Los Alamos Nature Center for PEEC‐A‐BOO on Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, from 4 to 6 PM. This free, sensory‐friendly Halloween event is part of

Sunward Federal Credit Union awarded $25,000 to five students Albuquerque Journal

Rotarian Vincent Chiravalle presents a Distinguished Student of Service award to LAHS student Esther Gellis, on behalf of the Rotary Club of Los Alamos as LAHS teacher Christine Engelbrecht shares the moment, October 6, at the United Church of Los Alamos. Photo by James Wernicke.BY VINCENT CHIRAVALLERotary Club of Los

Rotarian Vincent Chiravalle presents a Distinguished Student of Service award to LAHS student Suchir Jha, on behalf of the Rotary Club of Los Alamos as his father, Ramesh Jha, shares the moment with LAHS teacher Christine Engelbrecht, October 6, at the United Church of Los Alamos. Photo by James Wernicke

BY JODY BENSONLos Alamos Saturday is the No Kings Protest at Ashley Pond and across the nation. It’s all connected. All struggles for justice — across geography, race, and history, from the American Civil Rights Movement to the struggle for justice in Gaza — grow from the same seed. It

Photos by Mary Alice Murphy Mimbres Valley Health Action League (MVHAL) held its annual Harvest Festival on Oct. 3, 2026 at the San Lorenzo Elementary School. Lots of booths offered information, wares to sell, and food to eat. Inside the gym of the school, enchiladas were for sale, and several

BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com https://my.lwv.org/new-mexico/los-alamos/article/watch-video-candidate-forum-10-1-26 For those who were unable to attend the Oct. 1 League of Woman Voters Candidate Forum at UNM-LA, the video of the event has now been posted on the LWV website and is available to view at your leisure at the above link. The LWV Voter

CHAPARRAL, N.M. (KVIA) -- In a post on Chaparral High School's social media Saturday, the Gadsden Independent School District (GISD) said a district employee was placed on administrative leave following allegations involving the employee and students. The statement below was posted regarding the status of the employee being placed on

Young athletes took center stage on the second day of XTERRA World Championship racing in Ruidoso.

A look back at the week's top stories and interviews with KC Counts.

How Cloudcroft's schools are writing — and testing — the rules for a technology Superintendent Jocelyne Gillespie says is moving "almost like a speeding bullet"

By Lynn Janes (Writers note: this article was written using the minutes provided by the Village of Santa Clara) The Village of Santa Clara held a regular meeting September 9, 2026. Mayor Arnold Lopez called the meeting to order Mayor Pro Tem Albert Esparza, trustees, Peter Erickson, Olga Amador and

Photo and article by Lynn Janes Public input questions for everyone to put their ideas on each poster. On October 7, 2026, the town of Silver City held a townhall at the City Hall Annex. They will hold another one on October 14, 2026, from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

COUNTY NEWS RELEASE Due to staff shortages, fixed-route service hours for Route 5 must be reduced beginning Tuesday, October 13, 2026, until further notice. Atomic City Transit apologizes for any inconvenience and to make up some of the difference, on-demand service through ACT MyRide will be available during those hours

ESTANCIA, N.M. — High-powered air cannons, medieval-style catapults, and airborne squash are set to take center stage in the Estancia Valley as the town marks a major milestone for one of New Mexico’s quirkiest autumn traditions. The 30th annual Estancia Punkin Chunkin festival is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 17, bringing

By Lynn Janes On October 6, 2026, the Republican party of Grant Count held a meeting to conduct business and hear from some candidates for the upcoming election in November. Two spoke at this meeting. Mike Starr, chair, addressed the need to make sure people vote and suggested texting or

Maggie Meier/Courtesy photo BY KARYL ANN ARMBRUSTERLWVLA Our October Lunch with a Leader will be on Thursday the 15th, 11:45-1pm at the Unitarian Fellowship Hall on N. Sage Loop. Please think about inviting friends who are not yet a LWV member. S/he can order a lunch that is mentioned below

COUNTY NEWS RELEASE The Mesa Public Library will host an author talk with writer NancyFoley on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the library’s Upper Rotunda. Foley will read from her debut novel, “I Am Agatha,” followed by a conversation with Deborah Fritz of Giacobbe-Fritz Fine Art

The release on bail of five terrorism suspects arrested near a British air base draws sharp criticism, amid concerns about security lapses, inadequate investigations and Britain’s handling of terror-linked individuals. The column cites past attacks in London and Manchester, questions whether authorities are taking threats seriously, and warns that releasing

Fans from across the state will descend on the Ruidoso Convention Center for the event billed as “New Mexico’s premier pop culture convention.” The post R2Doso Con returns for second year appeared first on Ruidoso News .

God calls us to keep fighting the good fight, keep the faith, until we finish the race. We don’t all run the same race, but we are all called to be faithful. The post Pastor’s Sermon: We all run our own race appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Journal Poll: Haaland maintains lead over Hull as New Mexico's race for governor nears homestretch Albuquerque Journal

Poll shows Haaland ahead as Hull strategy faces scrutiny Albuquerque Journal

With the calendar flipping to October, playoffs are lurking on the horizon less than a month away for fall sports as teams sharpen their play in readiness. Volleyball Sept. 28 Dulce 3, Peñasco 0 Although the Lady Panthers had 24 kills, including seven from Emilia Trujillo, the visiting Lady Hawks

With trust in New Mexico state government at a record-low 19%, Think New Mexico proposes ten legislative ethics reforms involving conflicts of interest, financial disclosures, lobbying, campaign spending, and dark money. The reforms would complement Constitutional Amendment 4, which would establish legislative salaries, and align ethics standards with those in

City of Durango Monday, Oct. 12 Durango Renewal Partnership, 2 p.m., virtual meeting on Microsoft Teams. Buckley Park Master Plan Update, 4 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Tuesday, Oct. 13 Business Improvement District, 8:30 a.m., BID office,...

Mamba is a 72 lb. land manatee. She is 7 years old, built like a very large loaf and operates at precisely one-quarter speed. She doesn’t rush. She doesn’t fuss. She simply glides and floats through life with the slow, sweet, gentle determination of a manatee who has absolutely nowhere

Construction process could begin as early as mid-October

Bulldogs cross country teams do well in the Marquise Weast & Coach Mo Twilight Run.

130 vendors lined Main Avenue on Saturday

BERNALILLO, N.M. — The Estancia Bears seized full control of the District 3-2A title race Saturday night, dominating the line of scrimmage in a physical 41-8 victory over the Legacy Academy Silverbacks at Bernalillo High School. With the win, Estancia improved to 7-1 overall and 2-0 in district play, putting

Lobos test themselves against Oklahoma State Albuquerque Journal

Albuquerque – Deputies from the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office are currently on scene of a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck on Interstate 40 near Route 66 Casino, at approximately mile marker 137. All six lanes of I-40, including both eastbound and westbound traffic, are

BY ERIC STROMBERGRepublican Candidate forLos Alamos County Council As many of you already know, I am currently serving on the Board of Public Utilities (BPU). Voting for utility rate increases was very painful. It was almost a perfect storm of events that backed us into a corner. There had not

A beautiful fall day in Santa Barbara Canyon in the Carson National Forest at the northern edge of the Pecos Wilderness. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Santa Barbara Canyon, NM. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Santa Barbara Canyon, NM. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Santa Barbara Canyon, NM. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Santa

Artesia boys’ soccer team defeats Goddard 2-1.

Lady Dogs defeat Portales 7-0.

UNM abandons plan to acquire Las Vegas hospital Albuquerque Journal

Albuquerque – At approximately 1:00 PM, an explosion was reported at an apartment complex at 12899 Central Ave NE. The situation remains active and continues to develop as police evacuate residents from the complex. Preliminary reports suggest that a potentially armed individual was present at the complex following the explosion.

Sullivan Middaugh won the XTERRA World Championship Saturday to earn his first full-triathlon world title and a $20,000 prize. The post Sullivan Middaugh wins his first XTERRA world championship appeared first on Alamogordo News .

[caption id="attachment_108937" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Photo Courtesy of William Hawkins, Silver Consolidated Schools)Dean Thompson, managing...

[caption id="attachment_108936" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Screenshot by Jo Lutz for the Daily Press)Anna Wyland turns out at Thursday’s Grant ...

Santa Clara may help out another Mining District community with police protection under a memorandum of understanding the village’s Board of Trustee...

Oracle is considering trucking natural gas to Project Jupiter in Santa Teresa while a proposed pipeline remains delayed, according to Searchlight New Mexico.

New Mexico has extended several tax filing and payment deadlines for individuals and businesses affected by September flooding, with penalties and interest waived.

ABQ RAW’s Top Stories brings together the most important headlines across the metro area in one easy recap. From police investigations and emergency response updates to community-impacting events, this weekly roundup highlights the stories shaping Albuquerque right now. This week’s roundup is sponsored by Singleton Schreiber, a personal injury law

Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story defended the city’s use of Flock license plate cameras before New Mexico lawmakers amid growing privacy concerns.

Las Cruces will hold an Oct. 28 public meeting for the Apodaca & Lift Up Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan and is seeking community input through Dec. 31.

Applications opened Oct. 1 for the LANL Foundation’s Four-Year Undergraduate Scholarship Program, offering high school seniors and current undergraduate students in Northern New Mexico the opportunity to receive up to $20,000 in scholarship support. Since 1998, the LANL Scholars Program has awarded $15 million in scholarships to nearly 3,000 students,

A warm spring ‘tricked’ fruit trees into blossoming early, The Good Food Collective director says

NMSU alumnus Aldo Morales’ bilingual short film “La Carne Asada” will screen at the Santa Fe International Film Festival Oct. 14-19.

Mystery writing workshop and book events around New Mexico Albuquerque Journal

Low income Española water customers can save nearly $25 on their monthly bill by applying to have the service fees waived, but they only have three weeks to do so. Española residents have until Oct. 30 to submit a low-income application to waive monthly service fees on their water bill.

Artesia’s annual Art in the Park brought scores of visitors to Central Park Friday and Saturday for a celebration of local arts and culture. Sponsored by the Artesia Arts Council, the event featured food trucks, live music, arts and crafts vendors, face painting, the Artesia High School band and a

Sullivan Middaugh won the XTERRA World Championship Saturday to earn his first full-triathlon world title and a $20,000 prize.

France’s Alizee Paties captured her first XTERRA World Championship, validating her No. 2 world ranking and claiming her fifth triathlon gold of the year.

MORIARTY, N.M. — Costly self-inflicted mistakes, missed red-zone opportunities, and a night of contentious officiating derailed the Moriarty Pintos in a 26-7 loss to Hope Christian on Friday night. Despite forcing three turnovers, the Pintos (7-2) struggled to find an offensive rhythm and surrendered 19 unanswered second-half points to the

K-Bob’s Steakhouse doesn’t get $50,000 catering orders every weekend. But with hundreds of XTERRA athletes in town looking for a hearty meal, general manager Brian Sullivan said this weekend is special. K-Bob’s was hired by XTERRA to provide catering for athletes, and they aren’t the only ones to benefit from

The football teams for the local big schools are battling for playoff positions as both face beatable opponents this week. Española Valley vs. Rio Grande 7 p.m. Friday Coming off a solid performance, the Sundevils (4-1, 3-1 in District 1-4A) get a break in facing the Ravens (0-7, 0-5). Rio

Proposition 132 asks voters to approve a change in Colorado’s drug laws that would implement harsher fentanyl possession, distribution and treatment laws. The final text of the ballot initiative includes multiple changes to current state fentanyl laws: Possession of more...

Items for Northern Briefs may be submitted by sending them to jgarcia@riograndesun.com Submissions must be received no later than noon Monday for publication that week. Library Events The Española Public Library will offer a Halloween-themed acrylic painting class at 4 p.m. Friday (10/9). Seating is limited, so sign up in

At least two football players were rushed to the hospital by ambulance for treatment Sept. 25 following prolonged exposure to propane gas leaking from tanks at the Escalante High School football field during the Lobos home game against Menaul. Details remain unclear as Chama Valley Independent School District officials declined

Some New Mexican immigrants are losing jobs and protection from deportation, which advocates say appears to be the goal.

The agency apologized for the error on Friday, and said a printer malfunction was to blame for the mistake.

In an interview with Searchlight New Mexico, Republican Ramona Goolsby talks about her concerns about the state’s election system and her vision for change.

R2Doso Con returns to the Ruidoso Convention Center Oct. 17-18 for its second year, bringing comics, sci-fi, anime, gaming, cosplay and celebrity guests to the mountain community. Fans can see the Batmobile, Mystery Machine and Back to the Future DeLorean, meet Star Wars talent, enter contests and tournaments, and support

Residents dismayed at persistent alleged illicit activity near Park Elementary

ESPN College GameDay could come to Albuquerque for UNM Lobos game Albuquerque Journal

KRWG Public Media is covering the Sierra County Commission, District 2 race. Early voting in the state is underway, and election day is November 3rd. Republican candidate Willard Hall spoke with Susan Morée.

KRWG Public Media is covering the Sierra County Commission District 2 race. Early voting in the state is underway, and election day is November 3rd. Democratic candidate Sandy Jones spoke with Susan Morée.

By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Raton hosted Congress Woman Theresa Ledger-Fernandez as she brought good new to Raton in the form of a $1 million check to begin the I-27 alignment study which is the first step in the design and preparations for the construction project that will require several…

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. Española Police officers, Ohkay Owingeh Tribal Police, Rio Arriba County

Republican gubernatorial nominee Gregg Hull walked onto a KOB 4 debate stage Thursday night, prepared for a face-to-face showdown with Democrat Deb Haaland. Instead, he found an empty podium. Haaland did not appear, citing a previously scheduled commitment with farmers, ranchers, and agricultural interests in southern New Mexico. That left

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Nathan Rivas, the last of the four Young Park shooters found guilty, received his sentencing Friday. Third Judicial District Attorney Fernando Macias announced Friday that Nathan Rivas was sentenced to 90 years in prison. A jury convicted him on three counts of first-degree murder in

The Estancia Valley Classical Academy (EVCA) Governing Council is hosting an open forum to discuss major upcoming developments for the school and to gather valuable input from the community, parents, staff, and students. Key discussion topics will include the hiring criteria for the Executive Director, the upcoming charter renewal, and

The Melvin and Valerie Cordell Trial that was supposed to begin on October 13th, 2026, has been vacated by Sixth Judicial District Court Judge Jennifer DeLaney. A hearing is scheduled for 1:30 on Tuesday, October 13.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Josh Sanchez returned to the lineup and took over Thursday, recording a hat trick to lift the East Mountain Timberwolves to a 3-1 victory over Bosque at Mesa Del Sol. East Mountain (13-3, 4-2 District 1-3A) solidified its hold on second place in the district standings behind

Rogers reflects on key accomplishments and challenges in county government

Colorado Amendment 82 asks voters to approve an addition to the Colorado Constitution that would enshrine the consumer’s right to purchase natural gas for cooking or heating and the right of distributors to sell natural gas. Because the measure would...

The New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion’s (OBAE) Wireless Communication Device Policy Implementation Grant Program, a joint effort […]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Haven Tomlin delivered a standout performance Thursday, netting a hat trick and dishing out an assist to power the East Mountain Lady Timberwolves to a 4-3 victory over Ruidoso at Mesa Del Sol. East Mountain (9-4-1) generated consistent pressure in the attacking third behind Tomlin’s four-point outing.

Six new townhomes will add diversity to DSD’s portfolio

New Mexico State Police officers arrested a Tres Piedras man for allegedly approaching a woman and demanding that she get in his car, while telling her he was a police officer and showing her a badge. Officers arrested Johnathon Mullally, 36, on charges aggravated drunk driving, impersonating an officer and

Tristen Viarreal and Briana Lujan, both of Española, were named to the summer 2026 president’s list at Southern New Hampshire University. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the president’s list.

At the National Cleanup Workshop in Washington, D.C., Carlsbad Mayor Pro Tem JJ Chavez moderated a panel on WIPP’s role in supporting safe, permanent disposal and environmental cleanup. The discussion highlighted how dependable disposal solutions, rigorous safety standards, and collaboration among federal, local, and community partners are essential to protecting

Front page of the Oct. 7, 1959 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Regular Correspondence of the Optic Fort Union, Oct. 8 – Wednesday evening, October 17th the Fort Union comedy company are to give a show in this post. They have been very active in their preparations for it

Pilot tests will pave the way for safer streets

Santa Clara’s newest park feature wasted little time drawing a crowd as children were trying to ride the new pump track before its grand opening had even begun. The Village officially opened the bike park June 26 after years of planning,...

The floodwaters have largely receded across Doña Ana County, but the cost of what they left behind is only beginning to come into focus. County officials put the preliminary damage estimate at about $17 million Tuesday as the Doña Ana County...

A choir begins with a single voice. One person breathes, opens a mouth and makes a sound. It’s an unusually vulnerable act, Diane Schutz believes, because singers have nowhere to hide. There is no clarinet or flute between them and the...

Across southern New Mexico, pieces of pottery or chipped stone scattered across the desert can hint at something much larger hidden beneath the surface. “Buried there, there may be an adobe pueblo,” said William Walker, a professor of...

New Mexico’s desert may look unforgiving, but for bees, it holds a remarkable amount of life.  Across the state, particularly in the Chihuahuan Desert, native bees occupy ecological niches, and researchers are still working to understand....

Colorado Amendment 83 asks voters to approve a change to the state constitution that would enshrine the constitutional right to hunt, fish and harvest fish and wildlife through traditional methods. If passed, the amendment would establish hunting and fishing as...

Amendment 85 tackles “plain language ballot questions.” The initiative would amend the Colorado Constitution, requiring state and local ballot questions to be written in plain language – at no more than an eighth-grade reading level. The amendment would prohibit more...

From neighborhood cleanup initiatives to major equipment investments and facility upgrades, the City of Las Vegas Solid Waste Department continues making significant strides in improving services, strengthening operations and meeting the needs of the community. Over the past two years, the department has focused on infrastructure improvements, employee and customer

Surviving children travel to Las Vegas to attend the funeral of their estranged father, a little-known author. Arriving there, they discover that their old man’s posthumously published book has become an international best-seller. Soon they are embroiled in the legends and lore of the enchanted town. Tuesday, July 18, 2023

The agency attributed the rate increases to a higher than expected “claims experience” in 2025.

A coalition of Hispanic and health organizations is urging New Mexico to expand Medicaid coverage for weight loss drugs, citing potential to reduce obesity-related health disparities.

Oracle is exploring truck delivery of natural gas to fuel Project Jupiter’s data center in Santa Teresa due to pipeline delays, a strategy already used at their Salt Lake City site.

The district will audit the system across 34 properties after an investigation found it recorded staff audio without notice.

Drivers unexpectedly had to go water fording across the 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee parking lot in September just to get a drink. Heavy rain caused the parking lot to flood and a representative from the City of Española said it is the company’s responsibility to fix the drainage issues that

Constitutional Amendment 4 would allow New Mexico legislators to receive compensation tied to the state’s median household income beginning in 2029. Supporters argue salaries would broaden participation, reduce reliance on fundraising, and enable lawmakers to work year-round on increasingly complex challenges, including healthcare, affordability, infrastructure, federal funding cuts, and environmental

Amendment 84, or Ballot Initiative 362, would require a signature and a form of identification to be listed on the outside of a mail ballot for any state or federal election. In addition to the already required signature on a...

Lady ‘Dogs volleyball team defeats Hobbs.

3 District games can decide Artesia district fate.

Volunteers portraying injured passengers triaged, some taken to Mercy Hospital

Tenette, Hall return to defend Lobo Howl spotlight Albuquerque Journal

No rebuttals in this debate: Hull gets stage to himself as Haaland cites scheduling conflict Albuquerque Journal

Small audience hears candidates pitch platforms By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff All of the candidates attending Tuesday’s forum agreed that water ...

County to consider wireless ordinance, energy projects, infrastructure funding By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Luna County Commissioners will con...

Judge delays ruling on UNM DE Brett Karhu, CB Azariah Levells' injunction against NCAA Albuquerque Journal

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Some Doña Ana Community College campuses will serve as polling places for early voting in the midterm election. From Oct. 17-31, early voting will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., except for Sunday and Monday. East Mesa campus, 2800 Sonoma Ranch Blvd. Sunland

DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) -- The Dona Ana County Sheriff's Office (DASO) is responding to a "threat" at a Las Cruces home, according to the county's public safety communications specialist. The sheriff's office reported that the "threat is confined to the residence." DASO went to a neighborhood on Dalrymple

[caption id="attachment_108889" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Courtesy Photo)Cattle from the Johnson Family Ranch often find themselves in sticky si...

[caption id="attachment_108888" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)Dave Stone, left, vice chair of the Silver City Plannin...

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A 40-year-old woman was sentenced to nine years in prison for burglaries as part of a global plea, the Third Judicial District Attorney’s Office said. She pleaded guilty to stealing from several storage units. Victoria Cabrales pleaded guilty to two counts of burglary, two counts

A bipartisan permitting reform bill co-led by U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., is drawing broad support from labor unions, energy producers, environmental and policy nonprofits, business organizations, and state and […]

A bipartisan permitting reform bill co-led by U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., is drawing broad support from labor unions, energy producers, environmental and policy nonprofits, business organizations, and state and local government groups as it seeks to speed federal approval of energy and infrastructure projects while maintaining environmental safeguards. This

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A fire damaged a home on Picacho Avenue Wednesday night, according to the Las Cruces Fire Department. Firefighters went to the intersection of Quesenberry Street and W. Picacho Avenue for a report of fire. It happened at a mobile home. Las Cruces firefighters extinguish a

The Town of Silver City has issued a notice of intent for Ordinance 1342, which would update the town’s municipal […]

By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico college students chasing quantum computing careers may soon find internships and research jobs closer to home. Tokyo-based Fujitsu, one of the world’s largest tech companies, […]

By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico college students chasing quantum computing careers may soon find internships and research jobs closer to home. Tokyo-based Fujitsu, one of the world’s largest tech companies, will set up a quantum computing research center in the state, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Thursday. The center will

Organizers encourage participants to dress up as fictional characters – not real evil people

LAS CRUCES – A fire damaged a single-wide mobile home on West Picacho Avenue late Wednesday night, October 7. According to the Las Cruces Fire

I have had the pleasure of knowing Gregg Hull since his early years as mayor of Rio Rancho. From the beginning, what stood out to me was his approach to public service and, particularly, his willingness to work with people who did not always agree with him. That matters in

Colorado Amendment 87 asks voters to change the state’s flat income tax to a graduated income tax, leading to higher income taxes for wealthy businesses and individuals, and slightly lower ones for individuals making less than $100,000 a year. The...

DHS Green Team hosts event annually

When most Las Cruces locals hear the name Emma Christiano, they associate it with the five-foot-three powerhouse that plays guard for NMSU women’s basketball. However, when you ask the Boys & Girls Club of Las Cruces staff, they remember a...

When Three Crosses Regional Hospital was being planned in Las Cruces, Denten Park wanted no part of it. More precisely, he didn’t want it built. Park was CEO of MountainView Regional Medical Center at the time, and he believed the city’s health...

The Organ Mountain girls soccer team has spent much of this season scoring goals. Lots of them. There have been games with 18, 10, nine and seven. Through its first 14 matches, Organ Mountain had scored 86 times while allowing just two...

Early voting starts Tuesday. Oct. 6, for the 2026 general election. New Mexico voters will choose a new governor and lieutenant governor this year, along with a new land commissioner. There are also races for other statewide offices as well as...

Spaceport America may be best known for human spaceflight, but much of the work taking place at the southern New Mexico facility happens outside the public spotlight.  Flight testing, rocket engine testing and other operations take place at...

For Marietta Patricia Leis, color can hold an entire place.  The deep blue of Crater Lake, the endless green of northern Thailand and the darkness of an Icelandic winter have followed the New Mexico artist into a body of work spanning...

Cesar Garcia pleaded no contest to one count of second degree murder for stabbing Anthony Velasquez, 32, to death in the Ohkay Owingeh laundromat parking lot in 2025. District Judge Anastasia Martin accepted the plea deal during a plea conference on Sept. 24. The second degree murder charge is a

Now that the air is finally starting to turn a little crisper, the back half of the high school football season is in full swing as teams continue their postseason pushes. Española Valley 20, Grants 14 It took nearly a full half for the Sundevils to shake off the doldrums

A 2025 poll by Research & Polling, Inc. for the Albuquerque-based Garrity Group found that only 19% of New Mexico residents trust state government officials, a record low and down from 31% just five years earlier. (National trust in government fell by 10% over the same period.) The good news

The order’s main goal is to curb the state’s high rate of congenital syphilis, which is passed from mother to baby during pregnancy.

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque checked off some goals this year, while others are still a work in progress. The City Council reviewed Mayor Tim Keller’s fiscal year […]

By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico voters heard a campaign pitch from a familiar voice Wednesday. Former President Barack Obama wants them to elect Democrat Deb Haaland as their next governor. […]

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For nine days each October, hot air balloons fill Albuquerque’s morning sky as visitors pack hotels, restaurants and businesses across the city. The Albuquerque […]

The Taos County electorate made a strong showing on the first day of early voting Tuesday (Oct. 6) at the Taos County Courthouse, 105 Albright St. Anna Martinez, Taos County chief deputy clerk, said 376 voters cast ballots in the general election...

By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico voters heard a campaign pitch from a familiar voice Wednesday. Former President Barack Obama wants them to elect Democrat Deb Haaland as their next governor. The endorsement comes with early voting underway in the race to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. In a