More than 10,000 New Mexico children have lost federal food assistance benefits in the year since Congress enacted a sweeping spending bill, according to a new analysis from a Washington, D.C.-based think tank. The spending bill President Donald Trump signed last July imposed new work requirements and other burdens on

ALBUQUERQUE — Two Mexican nationals were sentenced to federal prison for their roles as foot guides in a human smuggling operation that resulted in the death of a 26-y…

Suspect was released from jail Monday on his own recognizance

Linda Thompson Smith was a driving force in defining the cultural landscape of Phoenix in her dual role as DJ and music director at free-form progressive-rock radio st…

Albuquerque - The New Mexico State Police are investigating a shooting involving federal and local law enforcement on Thursday, July 23. The shooting was reported around 11:35 AM at 12704 Piru Blvd. SE, which is southwest of Central Ave and Tramway Blvd. The incident involved personnel from multiple law enforcement

The Bayard City Council signed off on a new strategic plan for the Bayard Public Library during their regular meeting Wednesday, but heard that due to a lack of use, the library will now be closed most Saturdays. Councilor Eloy Medina praised Head Librarian Cindy “Renee” Provencio’s updated strategic plan

An Arizona mother said she and her newborn daughter are in good health after she delivered the baby in her car in a parking lot during a monsoon storm with the help of her husband.

WASHINGTON — One day after President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of the remains of four U.S. service members killed as a result of the Iran conflict, the two chambers of Congress were at odds over whether to rein in the president’s military powers in the monthslong war. While

Since the governor's 2025 directive, CYFD attempted custody of 148 drug-exposed infants — but only one mother has fully completed treatment and reunited with her child.

WASHINGTON — Education experts and advocates warned Wednesday that the recent federal student loan system overhaul stemming from the GOP’s mega tax and spending cut law will drive borrowers to private lenders and could derail their higher education plans. U.S. Rep. Bobby Scott of Virginia, the top Democrat on the

Police: Detectives are investigating the incident

State had fallen to ninth in mid-year report but reclaimed top spot with end-of-year fatalities

A Durango woman was killed in a three-car crash Saturday on U.S. Highway 550 just north of Durango. Sandra “Sandy” Elliott, 79, was flown to Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs before dying from her injuries, said La Plata County Coroner Jann Smith. The crash was reported about 4:45 a.m. near

Also plans Wheeler Peak closure for tribal ceremonies

The New Mexico Supreme Court on Wednesday shot down a lawsuit from three Republicans challenging the legality of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s first-in-the-nation universal childcare initiative.

By RALEIGH BURLEIGH Daily Press Correspondent Although Grant County enjoys a rich cultural tapestry, thanks to the diverse people who call it home, respect and inclusion were not always a given. Members of the Chicano Movement, in particular, have fought hard for labor rights, representation, equal access to amenities and

State and regional civil defense coordinators were working on a dispersal plan for residents of Chaves County in the event of a national emergency. The plan would have…

The Village of Taos Ski Valley appears to have violated the New Mexico Open Meeting Act at the end of its July 17 regular meeting, when it emerged from executive session, and without indicating what it was voting on, approved “the actions of the...

An Aztec man suspected of hitting a bicyclist Tuesday south of Durango admitted to drinking three beers prior to the crash and had an open bottle of Southern Comfort in the truck, according to an arrest affidavit. Thomas Huntsman, 39, was arrested on suspicion of felony vehicular assault, drunken driving,

A grand jury handed down indictments Friday against Bart Roselli, director of the Silver City Museum. The indictment, filed late Friday afternoon in Sixth Judicial District Court in Silver City, shows charges of false imprisonment, a fourth-degree felony, and assault (attempted battery), a petty misdemeanor. Both stem from a April

The outreach initiative, which began in California, is marking its 15th year

Expectant mothers with high-risk pregnancies now have improved access to a higher level of care thanks to Native Air and LifeGuard. The Roswell-based emergency air med…

WASHINGTON — Former career Department of Justice officials and a survivor of abuse by the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein sounded the alarm Wednesday on acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s fitness to lead the Department of Justice, one day ahead of a scheduled committee vote to advance his nomination to

Similar to the culture of Taos, the housing crisis is multifaceted and complex. There isn’t one answer, reason, solution, or entity that controls its destiny. In 2023 Taos Housing Partnership emerged and created several different resources...

Police said suspect used morphine taken from inside ambulance

History, legend and dreams along Route 66

Water from showers causing rashes, irritation as Estancia implements emergency water-saving measures

BernCo agencies remove debris, dismantle encampments during an exceptionally dry fire season

Environment Department to hear testimony in Sunland Park

Sierra County facility says talks are ongoing but nothing set in stone

Sunward hosted a watch party at Winrock Town Center, drawing Argentina and Spain supporters while raising funds for the Somos Unidos Foundation

A legislative report finds New Mexico's efforts to expand student learning time since 2018 have produced only modest gains, while funding rules may be rewarding schools for days students aren't even in class

WASHINGTON — Members of the U.S. Senate tasked with advancing acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination to be the nation’s top law enforcer on Thursday pushed the vote one week. The Senate Judiciary Committee’s delayed vote to send the controversial nominee to the full Senate is “per standard committee practice,”

State sees 19% drop in traffic fatalities in June, according to data from NMDOT and University of New Mexico

By MIKAELA JOHNSON Daily Press Correspondent Western New Mexico University is now designated as the southwest hub for the New Mexico STEM Innovation Network. The state received funding for the network during the 2025 legislative session, with New Mexico State University serving as the principal hub. The network is designed

Taos County, the Village of Questa and Town of Red River were given approval for a memo of understanding involving emergency medical services spanning a period from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, according to actions approved Tuesday (July 21)...

After school cellphone bans passed many statehouses with bipartisan support in recent legislative sessions, state lawmakers are turning to legislation governing how long students should spend looking at screens. This year, four states passed laws restricting or regulating screen time for students from childcare through fifth grade. Iowa capped digital

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff For more than a month, Chris Saxman and Wanda MacInnis would pick up the receiver of their landline telephone at their home in Hanover, hoping to hear a dial tone, to no avail. On Monday, their service was finally restored — after the couple

Defense attorney said he's been affected by the 'lettuce recall'

The Pueblo of Zuni ordered immediate evacuations for three roads and told the rest of the community to shelter in place as more flooding threatens the area.

FARMINGTON – The rosters are set and the final planning phases are being made as Friday’s opening day of the pool play portion of the Connie Mack World Series rapidly approaches. Here’s a look at some of the top players coming into the series from across the country that we’ll

Cahoon park in autumn

The boat ramp at Santa Rosa Lake State Park is closed Wednesday night.

Several agencies are teaming up to start cleaning up the prominent Northeast Church Rock Mine near Gallup.

SWAT team breaches suspect's door with explosives after evacuating motel near Meow Wolf

Ketchup Entertainment released the final trailer for "Coyote vs. Acme" on Thursday, featuring more nods to New Mexico and the Land of Enchantment.

City officials are seeking state and federal partnerships to overhaul inadequate drainage system.

FARMINGTON – The game can change in the blink of an eye. One minute, your favorite team is up four runs and three outs away from securing a victory. Before you know it, a base hit follows a walk and a hit batter, and suddenly you can feel the drama

Carl Kunasek, an influential former state Senate president who presided over the impeachment trial of former Gov. Evan Mecham, died July 20. He was 94.

A man with developmental disabilities who was reported missing after being swept down a wash in Pima County has been found dead, according to the Pima County Sheriff's…

National insurers opted not to renew more than 6,200 homeowners’ insurance policies in New Mexico in 2025, marking the highest-ever number of non-renewals in the state amid increasing industry fears of wildfires, floods and other disasters. The number of non-renewals each year has nearly tripled since 2021, when insurers opted

Every Friday, a special court session gives homeless people a chance to resolve violations — and get help — before warrants pile up

The New Mexico Cancer Council has released a five-year plan aimed at reducing cancer mortality by improving screenings, care and treatment access — especially in rural communities.

Ten individuals have been charged in a federal indictment alleging they participated in a Grant County drug trafficking organization that distributed large quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl throughout southwest New Mexico between 2023 and 2026. According to court documents, Margarita Encarnacion Dominguez, 43, is alleged to have led a Grant

Ranchers, OSE say discussions with Homeland Security about water are ongoing

Cottonwood Creamery & Cookies is representing New Mexico in a national bracket-style tournament

Tribal leaders joined some New Mexico lawmakers for a day in Washington, D.C., with a clear message for other federal lawmakers.

Five people are in federal custody after the Grant County Sheriff’s Office joined federal agencies in executing several search and arrest warrants in Bayard and Hurley last week. A sixth person is in custody in the Grant County Detention Center as a result of the operation. A press release on

Former Las Cruces mayor recently failed to qualify for general election ballot as independent

ALBUQUERQUE -- Trainer Todd Fincher brings Speed Merchant back to the races off a five-month layoff and will face five rivals in the $75,000 Road Runner Stakes, the featured event on Sunday's program at Albuquerque Downs. Owned by Dale F Taylor Racing LLC, Speed Merchant is a perfect 3-for-3 over

Police Chief Cecily Barker presented mid-year crime statistics at the Economic Forum

The number of cases of cyclosporiasis — a parasitic infection linked to contaminated water or food that causes severe intestinal issues — has more than doubled to over 4,173 cases across 41 states this week, up from the 1,645 confirmed cases in 34 states reported last week by the federal

Unanimous order means rules underpinning state-subsidized initiative will remain in place

The FBI and Albuquerque Police Department are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who robbed the PNC Bank located at 2400 Louisiana Blvd NE Ste 110 in Albuquerque, NM on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at approximately 3 pm. Suspect description: Male, Hispanic or Native American Height: Approximately

School would combine STEM, AI literacy and project-based learning with Moorish and Spanish colonial influence

After a few days of flooding and flood watches, Thursday looks much better with no flood watches or significant rain in the forecast.

Prosecution used DNA tests of shell casings found at an Albuquerque park

Complex trial to begin Aug. 3, five years after Sheryl Williams Stapleton resigned from office

Paul Grindstaff alleges reports about unsafe athletic conditions led to his firing during the university's May leadership purge

The City of Santa Fe said it plans to roll out automated speed and noise enforcement systems starting in August.

45-year-old man is the eighth person to die while in custody at the Metropolitan Detention Center this year

15-year-old American citizen united with mother in Mexico despite past abuse complaint

The federal Food and Drug Administration published a recall for certain eggs a company stated were sold in New Mexico.

In an unexpected twist to Taos Pueblo's groundbreaking ceremony Saturday (July 17) for its new Heritage Center and hotel project, one public official signaled it was time to send in the clowns by appearing in full rodeo clown getup. Dan Barrone,...

Man allegedly used a gun and BMX bike he had gotten from another person the day before the shooting

By MIKAELA JOHNSON Daily Press Correspondent The Hurley Town Council held their regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, postponing several items from the agenda to be discussed during a future special meeting. During the regular meeting, however, Hurley Mayor Reynaldo Maynes addressed accusations regarding personal misuse of government resources. The mayor told

A fixture from Hollywood's golden age on Route 66

Federal prosecutors investigating the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein “to this day” have not upheld an agreement to share New Mexico-related materials with the state’s top law enforcement agency, former New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas wrote in a Monday letter to Attorney General Raúl Torrez. Balderas’ letter says that

A judge sentenced Dustin Zumwalt to 18 months in prison after police said he ran a red light and killed Terry Dolan.

On-base housing company puts $14M into renovations, utility improvements

Jury acquitted Marco Martza of armed robbery, other charges

Christus Health is set to break ground Thursday on their new 37,277-square-foot community hospital in Los Alamos.

Crews broke ground on the redevelopment project in January. The $30 million project is financed by the city.

The animal, who arrived at the zoo in 2014, surpassed the median life expectancy for jaguars

APS enters its second year requiring personal finance course as more districts adopt similar policies

Melissa and Mark Hortman were killed in less than 30 seconds on June 14, 2025, in a shocking act of political violence. But their quick deaths are of no comfort to their son, Colin Hortman, who on Thursday told a federal judge that he falls asleep every night picturing a

AT&T restored wireless cell service after a disruption that caused an outage Thursday in New Mexico, including in the Albuquerque metro.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A grand jury convened in Grant County late last week handed down felony indictments against eight people, including the director of the Silver City Museum. A grand jury of citizens is one of two methods New Mexico prosecutors can use to determine if there

Commissioners terminate contract after stormy year

Unanimous resolution surprises packed meeting

The nation’s death rate may have fallen to a historic low last year as many of the killers of young people such as drug overdoses, gun homicides and traffic accidents continued receding in 2025, according to new federal statistics. States have not shared equally in the success, though, according to

New Mexico State Police said suspect had 'minor injuries'

988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. Text, call, or chat 988. This week on Voices of Taos, reporter Olivia Lewis talks with suicide prevention advocate and speaker Kevin Hines. Hines became a public...

New Mexico State Police are investigating a shooting involving federal authorities Thursday in Albuquerque.

She was at a construction site where no work was being done, but there was a truck that held a crane and a basket that could be hoisted aloft. The woman asked for a ride.

Officials with New Mexico’s Administrative Office of the Courts on Thursday told a panel of state lawmakers that they’re seeing encouraging preliminary results from a 2025 law that expanded judges’ abilities to order defendants to undergo treatment if they’re found not competent to stand trial.

Agreement would change charge from 1st- to 2nd-degree murder, reducing possible life sentence

Less than two years after he was hired, Doña Ana County Manager Scott Andrews is out with three years remaining on his contract.

Prosecutor underscores epidemic of youth gun violence at sentencing

By DEAN THOMPSON Daily Press Sports Editor The Cobre High School Indians and Silver High School Fighting Colts won’t meet on the gridiron during the upcoming fall football season. Actually, the game has not been held since the 2024 season. Last year, Cobre had to cancel the game because of

An intense lighting storm and heavy rain that began with high winds struck Aztec and surrounding areas on Monday evening, turning the skies a yellowish-orange. The result was downed trees, debris, damaged roofs and fences, and a muddy mess on Main Avenue and at the Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village.

More than 6,200 New Mexico homeowners lost insurance after companies opted not to renew policies in 2025, according to Insurance Superintendent Alice Kane, which marks a new record after years of rising non-renewals.

New Mexico’s Public Regulation Commission announced on Thursday the start of rulemaking for a statewide program to offer internet discounts to low-income residents.

FARMINGTON – A pair of multi-sport athletes recently graduated from Farmington High School recently announced their intention to extend their academic and athletic careers by signing on with colleges. Danny Hagstrom, who doubled as a pitcher and outfielder this past season for the Scorpions, signed his letter of intent to

Bright-eyed, poised and assertive, it's no surprise that 5-year-old Danielle Valdez was crowned Miss New Mexico Princess 2026 at the Southwest Regional American Miss Pageant July 18-20 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Proud parents Daniel and Jenea Valdez...

Complaint cites NMED work with business founded by former Cabinet official

Leaders convened in Washington to oppose a proposal that would strip protections from surrounding land

The first day of school in Rio Rancho is coming quickly and UFOs could be part of your child's lesson plan this year.

An Albuquerque Catholic parish already known for provocative political displays is facing new scrutiny after its church letterboard appeared to single out a local woman by name after she repeatedly criticized the parish’s left-wing messaging. The latest controversy centers on Saint Therese Parish, also known as the Shrine of the

New campaign finance reports show that the campaign for an Albuquerque Republican challenging incumbent U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) in the Nov. 3 general election has narrowly raised more money than his opponent, although Vasquez’s campaign has a strong cash-on-hand advantage. The latest campaign finance filings, which cover April through

WBC women’s featherweight boxer Hannah Rapp died on Saturday morning after being hit by a car while riding her bicycle in Brazos County, Texas, according to the Brazos…

John Barron joins KOAT Action 7 News as sports director and anchor

Dispute over spilled water at an apartment complex preceded the killing, police said

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff After a meeting he held this spring with critics of Hidalgo Medical Services, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez said this week that he was not happy with what he called a failure by the HMS leadership to answer basic questions from his office, adding that

Provider shortages, coordination gaps among reasons cited for spending delays

Jason Yarrington returns to the Pan Mass Challenge to honor his wife's uncle, Mark Deck, who died of pancreatic cancer in November

What a difference a day makes. KOB 4 was in Gallup Tuesday showing you the flooding in the city.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff After a nearly two-hour closed session and 30 minutes of public input on the topic, Mayor Simon Wheaton-Smith cast a tiebreaking vote Tuesday night on a proposal for the town to keep its ownership and management of the Silver City Museum, and to negotiate

APD: Suspect allegedly told a friend, ‘I’m sorry you had to see me like that last night bruh’

Michael Reynolds, the creator of Earthships and developer of the Greater World Community Taos subdivision is the defendant in an 11 year long trial in 8th District court. The original complaint was filed on Oct. 15, 2015 by Jody Rhines,...

Double-homicide suspect Andrew Whittenberg was reportedly high on methamphetamine, paranoid and asking for help in the early morning hours of Oct. 21, 2024. His drug-fueled state allegedly led to a crime spree that ended in the deaths of Kelly Heath, 45, and Brent Francis, 24, both of Farmington. Whittenberg, 36,

The Rio Rancho Governing Body is set to take up several items that could impact both shopping and recreation.

No arrests were announced

Jenn Garcia, a Roswell native who graduated from Goddard High School and earned a degree in filmmaking from New Mexico State University, was r…

Legislative report finds per-member Medicaid costs have jumped by nearly $300 since 2020

According to the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ), Roshelle Ruffin, a former employee of Krumland Auto Group — employed as an office manager from Jan. 20, 2023…

Bernalillo County’s district attorney criticized a legislative committee after prosecutors did not get invited to speak on charging minors as adults.

Left out of a policy guaranteeing parental leave to state workers, New Mexico teachers who have children must use their own vacation or sick pay

Police used video and GPS tracking to identify suspect

Owner says subdivision of historic building is necessary for business

The future location where the Roswell Museum will operate has yet to be decided. Originally known as the Federal Art Center, Roswell’s museum …

Top agency officials promise to continue progress despite end of Gov. Michelle Lujan's term Dec. 31

Heavy storms could dump up to 2 inches of rain per hour in western New Mexico, with the highest flash flood concern in the San Juan River Valley.

Rio Rancho fire crews say baby quail season has started and people should leave young wildlife alone so families can reunite.

Albuquerque - Albuquerque police have arrested a 36-year-old Charles Alexander Richards on an open count of murder following a late-night shooting on Central Avenue that investigators say stemmed from a dispute over a monetary debt. According to a criminal complaint filed by detectives with the Albuquerque Police Department, the incident

A new program is launching to support adults in the recovery process in a way that works with their busy, day-to-day lives.

Albuquerque - Albuquerque police are investigating a homicide after a man was fatally shot early on Wednesday in the La Mesa neighborhood. Officers responded about 3:30 AM to reports of a shooting at an apartment in the 8100 block of Marquette Ave NE, near Wyoming Blvd. Responding officers located a

Longtime Gallina Canyon resident Kyle Remiger heard the sounds first. "They started at 5:45 in the morning, and it really did sound like that angry swarm of bees," she said, recalling the chainsaws that buzzed through the forest near her...

Visitors to Carson National Forest will once again be allowed to build campfires in designated areas beginning Tuesday (July 21), but forest officials are also warning hikers to plan ahead for a temporary closure around Wheeler Peak and Williams...

Hotel Willa, a 50-room property near Taos' Historic District, has launched a marketing partnership with Volkswagen Group of America adding Volkswagen vehicles to the hotel's guest experience, according to a press release. The partnership includes...

Millions of dollars have flowed to local governments across New Mexico in the last three years for addiction treatment and other measures to mitigate the state's deadly, decades-long opioid epidemic. Much of that funding remains unspent. Nearly...

A Southern New Mexico newspaper that appeared destined to join a long list of those in the state that have ceased operations in recent years has been resurrected. The Roswell Daily Record’s owners announced Wednesday they have reached an...

Residents of northern Rio Arriba County remain on edge amid a pending proposal from a Canadian mining company to conduct exploratory drilling north of Abiquiú, a move critics say could lead to devastating impacts on the Rio Chama watershed. There...

Meca Therapies, an early childhood intervention and family health services organization serving 11 counties across New Mexico, opened a new office in Taos on Thursday (July 16). The organization strives to close care gaps in rural communities by...

Connor Hall, a residence hall on the New Mexico Highlands University campus, on Tuesday. Luna Community College recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement with NMHU to allow Luna students to live at the university in the fall. The students will likely live at Connor Hall. Luna Community College has ensured

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Monday (April 13) through Sunday (April 19). Animals currently in care: 57 Total intakes this week: 8 Transfers this week: 12 Animals in foster: 11 Pounds of food:...

Recipients awarded for community impact, creativity and innovation, and bullying prevention ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union, one of…

Final fiscal-year budget matters also on tap for city council approval on Thursday

During their meeting this week, the Chaves County Commissioners will consider entering into a consulting agreement with the American Stewards of Liberty (ASL) on endan…

BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – This week’s fishing report is less about the bite and more about conditions around the lake. Bluewater Lake and the nearby Las Tusas…

Editor A Ribera man will spend the next 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to raping a pair of underage girls in July 2025. Joe Louis Rivera, 25, took a plea deal on July 14, pleading guilty to two counts of second degree criminal sexual penetration of a minor.

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov. Opinion: It’s time to take decisive action, streamline permitting processes, and maximize the economic potential of New Mexico by Guest Commentary in NMPR July 22, 2026July 22, 2026

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The Cobre Consolidated Schools Board of Education is planning a town hall to get public input on which electronic device policy the board should adopt. The policy on use of cell phones and electronic devices was one of several policy advisories up for a

Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is recalling four lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride tablets, USP 5 mg, due to cross-contamination with ranitidine. Cetirizine is a lo…

Posted inBernalillo County, City Desk ABQ, Local Government, NM.news How Bernalillo County plans to add $10 million to infrastructure without raising taxes by Jesse Jones July 22, 2026July 22, 2026

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) has been awarded more than $900,000 in federal funding to expand apprenticeship programs and str…

Eddie RayRobertsEddie Ray Roberts was born August 24th, 1934, was orphaned at the age of 7 and raised by his grandmother in Henrietta, TX. He was an…

GRANTS, N.M. - The Southwest monsoon is a pattern of pronounced seasonal increase in thunderstorms and rainfall over the southwestern United States and…

A bear that climbed to the top of a utility pole in New Mexico reportedly met a grim end after video of the stranded animal began circulating online. The video, which spread across social media, shows a large bear perched high above the ground on a utility pole while a

ALBUQUERQUE — At Coyote Canyon, the challenge was not just whether a drone could be detected by radar or whether a sensor could spot movement across rough terrain. The…

The New Mexico Democratic Party’s scramble to replace Maggie Toulouse Oliver as its lieutenant governor nominee is turning into an ugly intraparty brawl, with state Sen. Harold Pope backed by Democratic Socialists while Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard is getting help from Deb Haaland, Jane Fonda, and fellow Democrats attacking

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News “Chaco is not for sale”: NM lawmakers and Pueblo leaders fight to preserve protections by Jesse Jones July 22, 2026 By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Pueblo governors joined New Mexico’s entire congressional delegation Wednesday to defend federal protections around the

RAMAH, N.M. – Join U.S. Camel Corps reenactor Doug Baum, his camels, and park staff at El Morro National Monument from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, September…

Miguel Pablo ChavezIn Loving Memory of Miguel Pablo Chavez Miguel Pablo Chavez, 39, passed away unexpectedly in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on June 25, 2026…

New Mexico Author to Embark on Epic 38,000-Mile Pan-American Journey in Vintage 1952 Chrysler New Yorker. THOREAU, N.M. — While most people look at a 74…

Randall Edward ThomasRandall Edward Thomas, lovingly known as Randy, passed away on July 7, 2026. Born on May 4, 1952, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, he was the…

The stack of lawsuits filed against New Mexico Highlands University keeps getting taller. Paul Grindstaff, Highlands’ former vice president for advancement and university relations who also served as executive director of the NMHU Foundation, has accused the state-owned school in Las Vegas, N.M., of retaliating against him after he alerted

SANTA ROSA, N.M. – New Mexico State Parks is announcing the imminent closure of the boat ramp at Santa Rosa Lake State Park due to a water release by the U.S.…

Dr. Florence Roque and her staff have once again given families one final blowout opportunity before schools start a new year of learning. “This is ou...

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Police Department's SWAT team has taken over efforts to arrest a man with felony warrants who has barricaded himself inside a North Valley home. Around 11:30 AM, officers responded to the residence in the 1300 block of San Lorenzo Ave. NW to serve the warrants. Officers

Teachers and parents question decision-making without their input

A group of volunteers hopes to bring some new life back into the community orchard just south of Gough Park. The orchard, on 11th Street east of the Gila Community Foundation office and adjacent to the site of the Silver City Farmers’ Market, was planted about a decade ago in

ALBUQUERQUE — Lovelace Health System, serving communities across New Mexico, on Friday announced a new workforce investment designed to address critical nursing shorta…

A Farmington woman has pleaded guilty in federal court after prosecutors say she helped carry out a years-long Medicaid fraud scheme involving fake and ineligible non-emergency medical transportation trips across New Mexico. Dorothea Irving, 47, pleaded guilty Monday to conspiracy to commit health care fraud, according to the U.S. Department

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News Betting on sovereignty: Heinrich fights to protect tribal gaming from prediction markets by Kevin Hendricks July 20, 2026

Posted inElections & Politics, New Mexico Statewide News Miyagishima bows out of gubernatorial race, throws support behind Gregg Hull by Kevin Hendricks July 20, 2026

The Town of Taos Office of Emergency Management, in partnership with local first responders and community stakeholders, will hold a full-scale emergency preparedness exercise at Red Willow Park Wednesday (July 22).

Updates are added throughout the week.

New Mexico Acequia Association Executive Director Paula Garcia, pictured at the Roundhouse on July 15, 2026, said accessible, recurring funding for acequias is increasingly urgent due to natural disasters that deprive stewards of their livelihoods. New Mexico acequias won’t survive the new normal of wildfires, floods and prolonged drought without

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is openly celebrating New Mexico’s role as an abortion destination, boasting in a new social media post that more than 11,500 patients received abortion services in the state in 2024. For pro-life New Mexicans, the post was not a point of pride. It was a chilling

Sen. PopeThe race for lieutenant governor is revealing a much more aggressive left wing in the state Democratic party with important implications for economic policy should Deb Haaland become the next governor. The race for the number two spot features two leading hopefuls--term-limited State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard and

Posted inEnergy, New Mexico State Gov. PNM, Blackstone to reverse problematic $400M early stock sale and extend acquisition timeline to 2027 by Pat Davis July 19, 2026

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is using a new state report on school discipline in Gallup-McKinley County Schools to push a broader left-wing reform agenda, calling for changes to how schools punish students and urging lawmakers to give his office more power to investigate alleged civil rights violations. The

Posted inElections & Politics Opinion: County’s fast-tracked public financing bill isn’t ready for November ballot by Guest Commentary July 19, 2026July 19, 2026

With increasing precipitation and higher humidity resulting in reduced fire danger, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Roswell Field Office has terminated fire restri…

Dozens of volunteers who helped carry out the numerous events for the America 250 celebration are shown accepting community kudos during the Roswell City Council earli…

Those interested in providing tutelage to Chaves County residents looking to improve their literacy skills are asked to attend the upcoming “Recruit a Tutor Day” from …

More than 40 middle school students from Roswell and Dexter celebrated the successful completion of the Governor's Summer ChalleNGe Program during a graduation ceremon…

Former University of New Mexico Lobo Josh Kerr is now the fastest miler in world history. Kerr, the British middle-distance star who once dominated the NCAA while competing for the Lobos, broke one of track and field’s most iconic records Saturday in London, running the mile in 3 minutes, 42.66

The Chaves Soil and Water Conservation District (CSWCD) has been named the Region 6 Soil and Water Conservation District of the Year by the New Mexico Association of C…

By RALEIGH BURLEIGH Daily Press Correspondent Nearly 140 years after it was built, the historic Silver City Waterworks at 1721 Little Walnut Road has been given new life, thanks to public funding and countless volunteer hours. The Waterworks opened its gates to the public on Wednesday, displaying lush gardens filled

SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on Thursday opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on plans to include 30 oil and gas parcels tot…

JF Maddox Foundation unveils vision for downtown development Two-building campus in Hobbs will establish the Foundation’s new headquarters, create a community center and food hall, and serve as a catalyst for continued downtown revitalization For the News-Sun The JF Maddox Foundation today announced plans for a transformative downtown development that

JF Maddox Foundation unveils vision for downtown development Two-building campus in Hobbs will establish …

Mewbourne ranked #2 private producer in US Levi Hill/News-Sun Coming on the heels of the purchase of 22 acres of land to expand its operations in Hobbs, Tyler, Texas-based Mewbourne Oil Company was recently ranked the second most prolific private oil and gas producing company in the country by Enverus

In 1903 James Graham McNary, owner and L.H. Allen, business manager for The Las Vegas Optic bought and absorbed a rival paper called the Daily Record. City Clerk R. G. Schoonmaker yesterday celebrated the 48th anniversary of his residence in Las Vegas. On July 10, 1884, Mr. Schoonmaker came to

Fearing Democratic policies, southern New Mexico leaders push for historic voter turnout

New Mexico Democrats erupted online after President Donald Trump announced the declassification and release of election-related intelligence documents, using the moment to accuse him of lying, undermining democracy, and trying to “rig” future elections. Trump used a prime-time White House address to unveil what his administration described as newly released

ALAMOGORDO — With help from the Forest Service’s National Stream and Aquatic Ecology Center (NSAEC) and partners, the National Forest Foundation and Rio Grande Return,…

On Monday, Economic Development New Mexico launched the Targeted Federal Match Grant, the first funding opportunity from the state’s new $150 million Research, Develop…

ALBUQUERQUE — The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is $4.04 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch. That pri…

The Roswell Police Department (RPD) is conducting a homicide investigation after a homeless man was found deceased on Tuesday evening in the Hondo River channel in the…

New Mexico health officials warn residents to watch for heat illness this weekend and beyond as temperatures are expected to exceed 100 degrees across much of New Mexico. Since April 1, 453 people have visited New Mexico health facilities for heat-related emergencies. In the summer of 2025, there were 761

The Taos Pueblo Heritage Center, opening July 27, is located at 501 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571. For general inquiries or to check the traditional village's visiting hours, call the Taos Pueblo Tourism Office at 575-758-1028.

The Energy Department has underestimated the potential deadly consequences should plutonium escape the Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico, which produces bomb cores for America’s nuclear weapons, a study published July 10 by independent...

Another New Mexico community appears to be left without a newspaper as the publishers of the nearly 125-year-old Roswell Daily Record announced Monday morning they are ceasing operations. The announcement was posted on the publication’s website...

A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice seeking detailed New Mexico voter information in a ruling the New Mexico Attorney General and Secretary of State’s Office hailed for preserving the integrity of the...

It’s official — this year’s National Championship Air Races (NCAR) include racers that fans consider one of the reasons that made the sport as popular as it is today. …

All over the country data centers and AI seem to be taking over. Instead of using humans for energy like the 1999 movie “The Matrix”, the concern is it’s taking over land, water, and other resources. In New Mexico, Project Jupiter — a 3...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Sam Neill, the New Zealand actor best known for playing paleontologist Dr Alan Grant in dinosaur blockbuster “Jurassic Park” and whose career…

Scattered rains over the Pecos Valley partially cleared on Sunday evening, allowing some spectacular sunsets to grace the skies of southeastern New Mexico. The Nationa…

It’s going to take more time to determine where the Roswell Museum, convention center and some other city government locations are going to stand and how they are used.

For the Headlight Deming Police officers responded to a delayed report of an ambulance stolen Tuesday from the Deming Fire Department at 309 S. Gold A...

LONDON — The gravelly tone that made Bonnie Tyler’s singing instantly recognizable was the result of an accident.

Twenty-five years ago, the New Mexico Youth Challenge Academy (NMYCA) welcomed its first cadets to its new Roswell campus. On Saturday, around 200 supporters gathered …

The Houston Texans announced that team Co-founder and Senior Chair Janice S. McNair passed away at the age of 89 on Tuesday, July 14.

Deming Public Schools has announced the appointment of Samuel Avalos as the district’s new director of special education. According to a release from ...

Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Elections & Politics, New Mexico Statewide News The battle for the ballot: New Mexico Forward Party challenges state law by Kevin Hendricks July 15, 2026

A Las Vegas man is facing multiple felony charges after a search of his home allegedly turned up more than a thousand fentanyl pills and a stolen shotgun. Prosecutors charged 65-year-old Phillip Arellanes with multiple felonies for drug trafficking and firearms violations after police searched his Las Vegas home while

Warmer weather and monsoon season are back again. Unfortunately, that means mosquitoes are back too, and experts at the University of New Mexico (UNM) say sometimes a …

A nationwide increase in cyclosporiasis cases has prompted health officials to remind residents to practice safe food handling, as the parasite-linked...

The bodies were found behind locked doors or tucked away in secluded alleys. They were found in bedrooms, bathrooms, parking lots and behind the wheels of parked cars. One man was found face-down behind an organic grocery story. A woman was in a tent next to the Santa Fe River.

Evangelina Duran Thanks to the leadership of two local teenagers, Mora and San Miguel counties are a bit tidier and safer. Benito F. Armijo, 18, of Wagon Mound and Evangeline Duran, 17, of Chacon recently led cleanup projects in their respective communities. Duran and Armijo were members of New Mexico’s

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According to research by historian and author Virginia Sánchez, Morphy Lake is at least 150 years old. As America celebrates 250 years, Mora County is also marking a milestone birthday of one of its most noted landmarks. According to research by historian and author Virginia Sánchez, Morphy Lake is at

Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, NM.news We’re working to save the Roswell Daily Record, an American journalism institution. Here’s how. by Jesse Jones July 15, 2026July 15, 2026

New Mexico Democrats are escalating their fight with the U.S. Department of Justice over Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch records, demanding access to unredacted files even as federal officials warn that handing over millions of unredacted documents could violate court orders, federal law, and protections for victims and witnesses. The public

Deming Public Schools recently announced the appointment of Eugene Lewis as the district’s new assistant special education director. According to a ne...

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico State Gov. WATCH: Heinrich presses Trump’s spy pick on Epstein cover-up, victim data leak by Kevin Hendricks July 15, 2026

Is your child turning 5 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2026? If so, now is the time to register them for kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year. “K...

MORIARTY — The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association (NMCGA) is seeking nominations for the 2026 New Mexico Livestock Inspector of the Year, an award recognizing the …

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between July 7 and July 13, 2026: Brant C. Roybal, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP, Littering. Nathaniel Theodore Romero, Battery (Household Member), Aggravated Battery (Great Bodily Harm) (Household Member). Jose K. Lucero, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply (Two Counts). Henry

A federal judge has dismissed the U.S. Department of Justice’s lawsuit seeking New Mexico’s detailed voter registration list, handing Democrat Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver a courtroom win — at least for now — in a high-stakes fight over election integrity, voter privacy, and federal oversight. U.S. District Judge

Gregg HullThe Gregg Hull ship has sprung another dangerous leak with DC pundits bailing out amid a developing financial crisis for the Republican gubernatorial nominee. The Cook Political Report has rerated his race with Democratic nominee Deb Haaland, taking it from "Likely Democratic" to "Solid Democratic." That is only going

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is once again putting abortion at the center of his campaign message, using a newly published Albuquerque Journal opinion column to mark the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision and attack Republicans who support limits on abortion. Vasquez, a far-left Democrat who represents New Mexico’s

The Roswell city councilors opted to allocate $1.85 million to the 2026-27 fiscal year final budget for site grading, surface leveling and drainage improvements to red…

ALBUQUERQUE — Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced on Friday that more than $388,000 is going to New Mexico as part of a $45 million multistate settlement with Block…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Supreme Court has upheld the November 2024 conviction against Dominic De La O, who fatally shot Alamogordo Police Officer Anthony Ferguson fo…

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) has opened an investigation into allegations that fraudulent public comments were submitted during the publi…

Friday-Sunday, July 10-12 Loretta Ann Rockabilly festival – noon to midnight, Tucumcari....Read More

Board Meeting July 13, 2026 Board Room 12:00 p.m. This meeting will be held in compliance with the...Read More

Extreme heat can cause a myriad of health problems for residents who reside in the desert Southwest, and Dr. Florence C. Roque of Southwest Pediatrics...

On Wednesday, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of human remains found in a remote, heavily wooded area in Ruidoso…

The community is invited to a talk on the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon fire aftermath and the condition of the Rio Gallinas, presented by Lea Knutson, president of the Hermits Peak Watershed Alliance, at 5:30 pm, Tuesday, July 14, at the Old Town Community Center, 301 Socorro St. The presentation

The New Mexico Department of Veterans Service is closing all 16 field offices during the week of Aug. 3 to 7 for its officer training.

Front page of the July 6, 1918 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Las Vegans are much interested in the announcement that a Chautauqua is to be held in the territory this year. Saturday, August 15th, will be the date and the sessions will be held at Mountainair. Many from

In May 2001, Brig. Gen. Alex Garcia, then commander of the New Mexico Army National Guard (NMNG), announced the creation of a 22-week coeducational program for high sc…

The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is now $3.93 for a gallon of regular unleaded, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch. That price is 15 cents …

New Mexico House Speaker Javier Martínez, an Albuquerque Democrat, is drawing attention for an emotional social media video in which he accused ICE personnel of murdering a Mexican national in Houston and vowed to use his power as speaker to “protect our people.” The remarks came after the fatal shooting

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Supreme Court honored former Justices Patricio M. Serna and Kenneth B. Wilson on Tuesday with the publication of commemorative volumes of opi…

One of the men accused of tying an amputee to a wheelchair and leaving him to die in extreme heat died this weekend, authorities confirmed.

For spring 2026 Midwestern State University graduate Monica Boghean, commitment has never been an issue. For years, Boghean devoted herself to her family and career.

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Joe Rangel stands at the booth for his business, Indian Jewelry of Gallup, set up along Bridge Street during this year’s Fiestas de Las Vegas on Sunday. Joe Rangel, owner of Indian Jewelry of Gallup, a traveling business that came to Bridge Street during the Fiestas de Las Vegas, said

One person is dead after an accident at a mine in southeastern Arizona on July 6, according to federal mine safety officials.

Innovative robotic technology allows surgeons like Alta Vista Regional Hospital’s orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Ala’a Kalloub, to personalize total knee, partial knee and total hip procedures. As more people seek relief from chronic joint pain and mobility issues, Alta Vista Regional Hospital is bringing advanced surgical technology closer to home. The

Fourth Judicial District Attorney Tom Clayton announced last week that his office, along with the New Mexico Department of Justice, launched a criminal investigation into New Mexico Highlands University following allegations of fraud and civil rights violations related to its hiring practices. “This investigation is being pursued with the urgency

A new piece in The Federalist is putting national attention on a New Mexico campaign finance law that critics say forces civic groups to choose between speaking about elected officials and exposing private donors to the government. The article, written by Marc Wheat and Mitchell Bahnsen, focuses on Rio Grande

Vivian Jeanette Rascon Moreno, left, poses with this year’s Fiestas de Las Vegas Reina, Marisa Archuleta, as the Fiestas celebration kicked off Saturday morning at Plaza Park. Rascon Moreno was Fiestas queen in 1976, the year of America’s bicentennial. As America celebrated its 250th birthday this past weekend, Las Fiestas

The variety band Tequila Rain takes the stage during the Fiestas de Las Vegas on Sunday at Plaza Park. Tequila Rain is making up for lost time. After not performing in Las Vegas for years, members of the award-winning, Northern New Mexico-based band can now say they have played at

Cindy Fernandez shows off metal ant toys that she sells through her business, Unique Crosses and Creations. Fernandez set up a booth during this year’s Fiestas de Las Vegas over the weekend. A variety of shiny, colorful insect figurines – ladybugs, spiders and ants – lined one side of the

New Mexico’s Democrat senators are facing new scrutiny over their handling of Maine Democrat Senate nominee Graham Platner after a rape allegation sent national Democrats fleeing from a candidate many in the party had recently tried to rally behind. Platner, the Democrat nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, is accused

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between June 30 and July 6, 2026: Megan Montoya, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Driving a Car Without Ignition Interlock, Illegible Plates, Restricted License Violation, Open Container (Possession) (Second Offense), Failure to Give Notice

Hull & HaalandThere will be no early start for Gregg Hull. The '26 GOP gubernatorial nominee is stuck in neutral following the first month of the campaign, lacking the financial muscle to engage Democrat Deb Haaland whose well-oiled money machine has already churned out over $13 million with more to

Monday, July 6 *Roar and Explore: Ice Excavation – 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library, 218...Read More

It’s time for the parents and grandparents to sign up their school-aged family members to participate in this year’s edition of the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s summer workshop and performance in Las Vegas, according to Aneata O’Brien, who is coordinating the event for the third year. Participation in this production is

Front page of the July 3, 1975 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The agreement of the organization known as the Rociada Mining District was left for filing at the recorder’s office today, and it will be recorded in Mora county, also. There are twenty-seven signers to the agreement, which

Gas production climbs faster than oil in Permian Levi Hill/News-Sun WASHINGTON, D.C. — Natural gas production in the Permian Basin is growing faster than oil production and it is creating a bottleneck. Solutions are coming, but too slowly. According to a recent report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, marketed

Nearly five years after federal agents raided the home of former New Mexico House Majority Leader Sheryl Williams Stapleton, the disgraced Albuquerque Democrat is finally set to face trial in one of the largest public corruption cases in recent New Mexico history. Williams Stapleton, once one of the most powerful

Air Force vet turned airline pilot enjoys soaring for relaxation PETER STEIN/NEWS-SUN As an Air Force Academy graduate and a seasoned commercial airline pilot, Brad Peterson knows about being grounded. So when it happened on Thursday during the Standard Class Nationals soaring competition at the Hobbs Industrial Air Park, and

City works to rebuild HPD Christina Holt/News-Sun As the Hobbs Police Department works through months of leadership upheaval, the City of Hobbs’ immediate focus is to restore stability and leadership within the department. City Manager Manny Gomez said his appointment of interim chief Jimmie Jones this week is intended to

NMJC to remodel Mansur Hall Levi Hill/News-Sun New Mexico Junior College is committing $6.99 million to renovate Mansur Hall for modernized classroom space. The NMJC Board of Directors unanimously approved the spend for the project in a short meeting Thursday via Zoom. The 15,499-square-foot building was on the school’s list

Democrat U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández is once again attacking Republican-backed election integrity reforms, claiming the push to require proof of citizenship and voter identification is part of an effort to make it harder for Americans to vote. In a series of social media videos, the far-left congresswoman from New

New Mexico’s three far-left Democrat members of the U.S. House closed out the latest fundraising quarter with a flood of urgent, panicky emails begging supporters for cash before the midnight Federal Election Commission deadline. Reps. Gabe Vasquez, Melanie Stansbury, and Teresa Leger Fernández all sent last-minute fundraising appeals on June

Haaland & Garcia RichardThere's little doubt that outgoing State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard is highly likely to become the Democratic party's lieutenant governor nominee after securing the endorsement of gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland but things could still get messy. (Haaland video here.)Notably, the state Democratic party will not conduct

Democrat Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is calling on lawmakers to send New Mexicans at least $250 in energy relief checks after a spike in oil prices created what she described as an $825 million windfall for the state’s trust funds. In a new opinion column, Lujan Grisham argued that New

A new report from The Santa Fe New Mexican is raising disturbing new questions about what was happening inside Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch in southern Santa Fe County — including why the convicted sex offender appeared to be planning a private dental operation at the remote New Mexico property. According

Deb Haaland is backing fellow far-leftist, Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard, for lieutenant governor, ending days of jockeying among New Mexico Democrats after Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver abruptly suspended her campaign just weeks after winning the Democratic primary. The endorsement is a major boost for Garcia Richard, who

Criminal charges against country music singer Bailey Zimmerman have been dropped after the performer made full restitution in a New Mexico case tied to more than $16,000 in damage at Sandia Resort & Casino in Albuquerque. Zimmerman, 26, had faced a fourth-degree felony charge for criminal damage to property and

NextEra commissions new electric transmission line Christina Holt/News-Sun LOVINGTON — Dozens of guests stood in the middle of rural Lea County Wednesday morning surrounded by grazing cattle, pump jacks and wind turbines, as NextEra Energy Transmission Southwest marked the commissioning of its Crossroads-Hobbs-Roadrunner electric transmission line. The location reflected the

Eunice ‘ground zero’ for N.M. screwworm response Levi Hill/News-Sun EUNICE – Eunice is ground zero for New Mexico’s first active response to the resurgence of the New World screwworm after it was officially eradicated from the country nearly 60 years ago. A dog was found to be infected with the

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Unofficial results of the New Mexico primary election began to trickle in electronically Tuesday evening after the polls closed at 7 p.m., and a spars...

Deb Haaland blew the doors off Tuesday night, crafting a 72 to 28 percent landslide over rival Sam Bregman and securing the 2026 Democratic gubernatorial nomination. She now enters the general election campaign as the odds-on favorite against freshly-minted Republican nominee and former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull. All statewide

Hobbs chamber honors community leaders Christina Holt/News-Sun The annual Hobbs Chamber of Commerce banquet blended inspiration with celebration as a message on accountability was delivered and community members were honored. Salem S. Thyne, guest speaker and author of “Nobody Cares (Until You Do),” spoke to an audience of about 100

Our live, continuous Election Night coverage begins at 6:30 PM with complete results and in-depth analysis on KANW 89.1 FM and the live stream on KANW.COM. We look forward to having you with us as we continue this New Mexico public radio tradition.The executive editor of the ABQ Journal is

Former teacher, coach named to lead new middle school in Hobbs Andy Brosig/News-Sun Building something new comes with a whole host of challenges. What’s it going to look like? What’s the interior design going to be? What about furniture? And staffing? If building a business from the ground up is

Saturday, May 30 *Tucumcari Women’s Volleyball Tournament – Rattler Gymnasium, 1001 S....Read More

Multiple agencies responded early Thursday morning to a Deming motel, where New Mexico State Police reported that an officer-involved shooting took pl...

Two new recruits have received badges and are ready to serve and protect. Yeimi Bustos and Ryan Gigante come from different backgrounds, but have a co...

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

Two Deming City Council members made a final appearance as members of the council at Tuesday’s regular meeting at City Hall. Irmaisela Rodriguez, the ...

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

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

The votes have been tallied, the die has been cast, and unofficial results for local elections have been released. Laura Parra and Catherine Gutierrez...

With only one week until the polls open on November 4, many local candidates are in the crunch time of their campaigns. One candidate for School Board...

Benny Jasso experienced the inner workings of City Council in Deming. The former mayor of the city says the local government branch does a lot of posi...

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

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

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

I-40 eastbound will be closed overnight Feb. 13 Thursday, 13 February 2025 19:07 gallupsun New Mexico State Police in coordination with the New Mexico Department of Transportation will close Interstate 40 eastbound at Exit 16 in Gallup tarting at 9 pm Feb. 13. The closure is necessary to allow the

NTU radio station KCZY outfits new system to increase reliability Tuesday, 11 February 2025 13:53 gallupsun CROWNPOINT — Navajo Technical University radio station KCZY 107.3 FM received an upgrade to its transmission system to ensure its continuous 6000W broadcast covering a majority of the Eastern Navajo Nation Jan. 28. Broadcast

Scheduled water outage for Feb. 10 Sunday, 09 February 2025 11:42 gallupsun Dallago Corporation has been contracted by the City of Gallup to install a new waterline along Rico Street from Highway 66 south toward the new fire station at the corner of Rico Street and Bengal Road. The City

February is American Heart Month Saturday, 08 February 2025 21:05 gallupsun SANTA FE — Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women and most racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. and the leading cause of death of New Mexicans in 2022.This February we are encouraging New

Scheduled water outage for Feb. 8 Friday, 07 February 2025 20:07 gallupsun The city's Water Department will be repairing a water leak Feb. 8, and multiple areas around Gallup will be affected. The outage will affect City of Gallup water customers in the following areas: 2200—2400 Block of Boyd Avenue

Unscheduled water outage for Jan. 13 Monday, 13 January 2025 12:25 gallupsun An unscheduled water outage that is affecting parts of East Mesa Avenue started at 10 am Jan. 13 and is expected to last until 5 pm. The outage is affecting City of Gallup water customers in the following

Scheduled water outage for Jan. 8 Wednesday, 08 January 2025 10:19 gallupsun The Gallup Water Department will be working on valve assessment in the west side of town Dec. 8 and will need to shut off the water in order to do their work safely. City of Gallup water customers

Overdose deaths decline in New Mexico Tuesday, 07 January 2025 14:35 gallupsun SANTA FE — New Mexico mortality data show a decrease in drug overdose deaths statewide for the second consecutive year since 2021.Overdose deaths have declined 8% statewide since 2021 when the number of overdose deaths peaked at 1,029

Navajo Nation Council mourns the passing of Diné College President Dr. Charles M. Roessel Monday, 06 January 2025 14:53 gallupsun WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The 25th Navajo Nation Council is deeply saddened by the passing of Diné College President Dr. Charles M. Roessel, who passed away in the early morning