No decision was made about moving the annual event

The Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education Tuesday evening started the conversation about renaming Cesar Chavez Elementary School following allegations of sexual abuse by the late labor union leader. The board did not take official action, but weighed their options concerning a possible name change for the school, which

Law enforcement officer had been on leave since December

Hotshots, Forest Service crews and air tankers bring fire to 80% containment by Monday afternoon

Police say confrontation about sexual encounter led to the death of a man found in an SUV on Tuesday

The Cibola County Commission on Thursday voted to exit a federal immigrant detention contract in accordance with a new state law that prohibits such agreements. The commission agreed to send both the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and CoreCivic, which owns the Cibola County Correctional Center, a letter that

Suspect is not in custody, officials say

Many of the celebrations and holidays honoring the late farmworker labor leader César Chavez are being renamed, postponed or completely canceled in the wake of allegations that he sexually abused women and girls while at the helm of the United Farm Workers Union. Labor rights activist Dolores Huerta revealed last

Inmates at Central New Mexico Corrections Facility are training shelter dogs, gaining job skills and empathy as the state works to reduce recidivism

Martin Heinrich votes to confirm, Ben Ray Luján opposes

In 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) created a rule that required Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) and housing providers in HUD-assiste…

The Bell 412 HP was deployed to secure high-profile events like presidential inaugurations and Super Bowls

Taos Ski Valley will close its season Sunday as high temperatures end skiing earlier than planned.

Some GOP county leaders say issue not resolved despite state party's call for unity

Eastbound Interstate 40 has been closed after a fatal crash Friday.

Authorities say a 64-year-old man was killed after pointing a handgun at officers following a traffic stop, chase

According to the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, following data was released on March 26:

RIO RANCHO – The race for the top spot in District 1-4A softball appears to be a good one, with Kirtland Central and Aztec coming off strong performances at the Kristen Griego Tournament last weekend. Kirtland Central is ranked third in Class 4A according to Maxpreps following a strong outing

First responders and people of all ages donated to the St. Baldrick's Foundation at Rio Rancho Events Center

Albuquerque - On Friday, SWAT officers arrested 31-year-old Cecilio Sanchez Lopez after homicide detectives charged him in the road-rage murder of 19-year-old Roman Valenciano, which occurred Thursday, March 26. Lopez is accused of fatally shooting Valenciano, who was struck by gunfire while Valenciano was driving in a gray Nissan Sentra

About 1,000 bees were reported outside fast-food restaurant, according to the Moriarty Fire Department

An 11-month-old boy was found dead and partially buried near a ditch in San Juan County, and his father is now facing charges of intentional child abuse resulting in death.

For the Heights Middle School robotics team, Jurassic Spark, long hours of coding and the stress of competition are just part of the fun that have made the extracurricular activity an unforgettable experience. The team, composed of sixth through eighth grade students, competes in the FIRST LEGO League, an academic

SANTA FE COUNTY, N.M. —A 16-year-old teen has been charged in connection with a fatal crash that occurred March 7 in Santa Fe County.A spokesperson with the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office says the vehicle was traveling near the intersection of Southfork and Cedar Road when the driver was unable

'My God, what are we supposed to do?' reader asks

A judge will hold a May bench trial to weigh the state's public nuisance claims

Three-way GOP gubernatorial contest among races to be decided June 2

Discussions follow bombshell sexual abuse allegations

Police use forensic evidence to match bloody footprint, fingernail clipping to suspect

NM House speaker says he needs to 'get offline' and 'touch grass'

On Wednesday, more than 150 students at Piedra Vista High School explored careers in high-demand fields inside the Be Pro Be Proud mobile workshop, which features several virtual reality and simulation stations. The Be Pro Be Proud truck launched in November 2023 through the New Mexico Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Airport security video shows another way federal agents are taking immigrants to detention centers. In some cases they’re using commercial fli…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It’s not only drought but beetles that have prompted fire restrictions to be imposed in the Gila National Forest and across Grant County starting Monday. Stage 1 fire restrictions will begin at 8 a.m. Monday in the Gila National Forest and continue through the

A listening session in Silver City on Thursday afternoon was the final such gathering before representatives from three counties gather to identify their priorities in creating a regional approach to behavioral health care. Listening sessions had previously been conducted in Hidalgo and Luna counties which, with Grant County, form Behavioral

Project will renovate defunct public housing and build new units for 88 low-income families

More than 130 firms sounded off on the market in Dallas Fed survey

Tensions escalated after another passenger vomited in the car

Program in renovated hotel will house 41 residents and teach life and job skills

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Outdoor recreation and entertainment were the top two results from a recent survey seeking input on what the city of Bayard could do with the 675 acres of the Foy Ranch it purchased last year — but finding out exactly what that means to

Charlotte Taylor, left, who is with the Berrendo Volunteer Fire Department, explains some of the equipment used by first responders to cadets …

A Roswell man and a Fort Worth, Texas, man who each hoped to be recognized as the rightful owner of a stolen truck instead both left a Santa Fe courtroom unhappy Tuesday (March 17) after a judge granted ownership to the New Mexico Department of...

Donations will be given to those in need at Gateway shelters

The Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives has directed a legislative committee to study the addition of New Mexico counties to the state of Texas.Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows has directed the Select Committee on Governmental Oversight to study the constitutional, statutory, fiscal and economic feasibility of adding "one

Tao Search and rescue: Sheriff isn't following new law An amended statute requiring local agencies like the Taos County Sheriff’s Office to promptly notify the New Mexico Search and Rescue agency during SAR emergencies took effect Jan. 1. Yet,...

Aztec city officials, utility experts and residents spent about two hours Tuesday discussing the city’s electric and water systems – aging infrastructure, rising power costs and looming deadlines that could reshape how the community keeps the lights on. The workshop, held ahead of the City Commission meeting, laid out a

National Weather Service: Early predictions for summer monsoon season precipitation look 'positive'

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Cobre Board of Education named six superintendent finalists during their regular meeting March 16 at Cobre High School. The board named Thomas Graves, Robert Sims Jr., Carla Spaniel, Jeff Gebhart, Verenice Gutierrez and Adam Amador as finalists. Board President Hector Carrillo said that

By NANCY CURTIS Daily Press Correspondent Over the last four years, the Valley Community Pet Food Pantry has given more than 31,000 pounds of dog and cat food to pet owners who have needed help in caring for their furry, four-legged family members. But their food assistance doesn’t stop with

The state Public Education Department is asking a state judge to keep its court-ordered plan for improving education for at-risk students and deny a request by plaintiffs in the Yazzie/Martinez case to throw it out. It’s been eight years since a judge found the state had failed its constitutional duty

All 41 states that expanded Medicaid eligibility under the Affordable Care Act will see fewer people covered due to new federal work requirements and more frequent eligibility checks. But the percentage of recipients who lose coverage will vary greatly from state to state, depending on how state officials implement the

NM Gas Co. has begun initial excavation of the site to deal with a leak

Authorities say former military member shot an airman during domestic incident at base near Alamogordo

Three members call for rebranding César Chávez Elementary

Police say homicide occurred amid back-to-back fights

Career and technical education program links apprenticeships and associate degrees

National Weather Service: Record highs recorded throughout the state as heat dome hangs over New Mexico

Albuquerque police are treating a death at a home on La Poblana NW Monday evening as a homicide

The industry contributed $3.6 billion, supported more than 31,000 jobs in 2024

Former head of state FBI branch appointed to newly created role of public safety executive director

The man accused of slicing an 8-year-old girl's neck open will be spending more than a decade behind bars.

RPD’s “Good Morning Call” program offers connection and safety

BCSO: Conditions of victims unknown, details are limited

Statewide conference at Central New Mexico Community College celebrates 60 years

Republican gubernatorial candidate says he'd push back against President Trump when necessary

Jurors must sift through testimony of 40 witness, hundreds of documents

The community of Crownpoint joined Navajo Technical University officials Friday to celebrate the grand opening of a $12 million academic building designed to inspire learning, innovation and student success. “It has been a 47-year journey from the Skill Center to a university, and we are making the world a better

Tech giant is confronting three counts of violating the New Mexico Unfair Trade Practices Act

Jurors impose $375 million civil penalty against parent company of Facebook and Instagram

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It wasn’t a fancy dress shop, but the Silver City Woman’s Club was the spot where some of the best prom gowns could be found in town Saturday. The nonprofit civic organization offered donated dresses for $10 for the fourth year Saturday at its

No structures are currently threatened and state resources are assisting

Police say suspect opened fire during late-night incident in Northeast Albuquerque

Boy died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound

Note that updates will be posted throughout the week.

Individual New Mexicans often leave the state and move to Texas, but now there’s talk of entire counties doing something similar.

Jail bookings of those identified as 'transient' have skyrocketed amid encampment sweeps, ballooning unhoused population

The $1.43 million gates will be finished in September

Airport still accepting donations, which will benefit more than 100 families

Suspect chased, killed man after gas station at Louisiana and Lomas was ransacked

Fatal shootout among New Mexico's worst mass casualty events

Police say three men repeatedly stole high-end Lego sets from an Albuquerque Target and sold them to local toy and collectibles shops before their February arrests

Tech, health care and athletics are poised for development, university officials say

Jury found former driver not guilty of voluntary manslaughter

Varela is a ‘through and through’ New Mexican from Pecos

Doña Ana County vote on incentives will be reviewed by court

Downtown arts center launches printing business to provide financial cushion

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Albuquerque Police Department officers have arrested a man in connection to Thursday's road rage homicide of a 19-year-old man.Police say Cecilio Lopez, 31, is accused of shooting a gun from the silver Ford Mustang he was driving and striking the victim, Roman Valenciano, who was driving a Nissan

Albuquerque police arrested a 31-year-old man they say killed a 19-year-old driver in a road-rage shooting on San Mateo.

New Mexico state and federal officials this week expressed concern about the encroachment of a parasitic fly into the state even as federal officials in March unveiled a flurry of efforts to combat the insect’s spread. The New World screwworm, aptly named for the maggot’s behavior of burrowing into flesh

Hannah Li of Los Alamos bests 25 others to win New Mexico State Spelling Bee

The first meeting of one of the town of Silver City’s two newest advisory committees was short, but helped the group establish an overall goal — to save the town money by diverting material from the landfill. But there were plenty more associated objectives also discussed by the committee Friday

Interstate 40 just east of Albuquerque is back open after a deadly crash.The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office said the crash happened around 9 p.m. Friday, March 27 in the eastbound lanes near Carnuel.AdvertisementThey have not given any details about the crash.All eastbound traffic was being directed off the interstate at

Suspect told police she did it in self-defense, but police called her timeline inconsistent

One juvenile was arrested Wednesday after a report of a house being hit by gunfire in Santa Clara, according to a press release from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. According to the release, a caller to Grant County Central Dispatch at about 12:30 p.m. Wednesday reported his house had been

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff With a cast of real actors playing mostly imagined women, Windy Road Productions will bring “Jake’s Women” by Neil Simon back to El Sol Theatre on Friday through Sunday for a second weekend. The play follows writer Jake as he deals with the problems

Finding puts ICE contract for Chaparral detention facility in limbo

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed a bill passed by lawmakers earlier in the day to rename César Chávez Day to Farmworkers Day.

Indigent care, capital investments at Memorial Medical Center under scrutiny

Suspect is alleged to have been coordinating activity from Mexico City

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent As 15 crews from across the county work around the clock containing the Mondrano wildfire in Mimbres, Grant County is inviting the public to share fire mitigation concerns in their own neighborhoods as part of the process to update its Community Wildfire Protection Plan.

Complaint says weapon — a pistol designed to look like a credit card — was left unsecured

Saturday’s demonstration in deep-blue Santa Fe takes place at the same time as others across New Mexico and the country.

A planned solar and battery energy production facility was the topic of an open house for nearby property owners on Wednesday evening.

Amid partial government shutdown, air travel in Albuquerque is business as usual

New Mexico's broadband office hails 'generational investment' in rural communities

Farmington Municipal Schools announced it has received the NextGen Expansion Grant, totaling more than $1.1 million, which will fully equip a construction trades lab. Through the grant, the district said its career technical education and work-based learning programs will expand and provide students with industry-ready training resources. “This substantial investment

US Forest Service says crews will do wildfire risk mitigation and tear down Crest House giftshop

The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols — including registration, insurance and driver's license checkpoints …

Confidential settlement agreement reached after yearlong fight

The pledge master for a fraternity at Northern Arizona University was indicted Friday on a felony hazing charge involving a student who died i…

A 12-year-old half-blind dog in Cordova fought off a bear, and her family said she helped protect 60 chickens, other animals and the family.

A grass fire has burned an estimated 1,000-2,000 acres near San Jon in Quay County.

Sen. Steve Lanier said five attorneys all reached the same conclusion: There is no legal path forward for his candidacy.

A contract for the award has yet to go to the City Council, in part due to conflict over language about immigration enforcement.

A joint city-county working group is considering two main options for parceling out the land between the city and the county.

The Albuquerque Police Department is planning street and traffic closures to ensure safety during the "No Kings" protest planned for Saturday, March 28.

Environment Deputy Secretary Danielle Gilliam's mother also has the condition, which can cause cognitive issues, according to her attorney.

A Santa Fe County jury has awarded about $266,000 to a woman after finding the city to be partially at fault for her injury in a fall on the e…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A woman has been arrested for a murder that took place in July 2020.According to a criminal complaint, Stephanie Leemhuis, 45, stabbed Hubert Stewart with an edged weapon, and she claimed she grabbed a knife and hit him with it. She said she did not remember how many

After surviving a federal funding threat, IAIA inaugurates Shelly Lowe — a Navajo Nation citizen with Ivy League and federal agency experience.

CYFD is developing the dashboard itself and aims to publish the tool in the coming months, a spokesperson said.

An Albuquerque Uber driver accused of shooting and killing his passenger has been found not guilty.

A pair of YouTubers have garnered 4.6 million views in videos they posted this month trespassing on the ranch.

The performance was part of an emergency exercise in which first responders practice handling a large-scale emergency with dozens of victims.

Metro areas along the U.S.-Mexico border saw the steepest declines as the number of immigrants fell. Albuquerque lost more than 2,500 residents.

Gusty winds will ease overnight, but much colder air will drop lows close to freezing across central and eastern New Mexico.

Albuquerque - On March 5th, 2026, around 1:15 PM, ABQ RAW staff were in our headquarters near the 200 block of San Mateo NE when a man, later identified as 38-year-old Jordan Jones of Albuquerque, approached vehicles in a nearby business parking lot and eventually moseyed into our parking lot

Only a few days remain to enter Rainbow Ryders’ 2nd National Find a Rainbow Day Social Contest.

ALBUQUERQUE — A Syrian national was extradited from Costa Rica to face federal human trafficking charges in New Mexico. First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison made…

Albuquerque Fire Rescue helped rescue two hikers and their dog in the Sandia Mountains on Thursday.

NEW YORK — Talk about regulating social media to make it safer for children often gravitates around the U.S. Capitol and the EU headquarters in Brussels. But following…

The Santa Fe School Board voted unanimously Thursday night to remove Cesar Chavez's name from one of its elementary schools, temporarily renaming it "White Tigers Elementary" amid serious allegations against the late labor leader.The board emphasized that the renaming process should be led by children and members of Santa Fe's

Children can dodge Instagram safety limits by creating secret “Finsta” accounts and claiming they are over 18.

New Mexico Attorney General (AG) Raúl Torrez on Monday joined a coalition of AGs across the nation in suing the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) over its allegedl…

Albuquerque - More details are emerging about the woman taken into custody following an hours-long SWAT standoff Wednesday in southwest Albuquerque, in the 430 block of La Vega Dr. SW. Metropolitan Detention Center booking records and a criminal complaint identify the suspect as 40-year-old Jennifer De La O, who is

Albuquerque theater advocates are pushing back after talk of a possible new operator at the KiMo Theatre.

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

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Part of Coors Boulevard in southwest Albuquerque is closed due to a deadly crash.The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office said a pedestrian was hit and killed by a car in the area of Los Padillas Road.AdvertisementCoors is closed in both directions while deputies investigate.BCSO asks drivers to use I-25

Federal law enforcement officials have disrupted a plot to fire bomb the New York City home of a prominent Palestinian activist.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham posted updates between March 25-27 highlighting a new infrastructure center at Jemez Pueblo, a major jury verdict against Meta regarding teen harm in New Mexico, and state-level action maintaining ACA subsidies...

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

Through the federal Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), new claims of miners with illnesses based on their work with uranium will be accepted through Dec. 31, 2027.

As crews work to contain fires in New Mexico, residents are advised to prepare for the possibility of fires starting near their homes due to drought conditions and dry fuels.George Ducker from the New Mexico State Forestry Division emphasized the importance of creating a defensible space around homes by clearing

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

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission hosted a day-long hearing on March 26, 2026, to hear from electrical utilities on their recent wildfire prevention investments. The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission hosted a day-long hearing on March 26, 2026, to hear from electrical utilities on their recent wildfire prevention investments.

CURRENT CONDITIONS|CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS|LIVE RADAR|UPLOAD YOUR WEATHER PHOTOS|TURN ON WEATHER NOTIFICATIONSStrong winds cam impact trees and power lines any time of year.AdvertisementDuring strong wind events, it's important to know how to prepare and what you can do to stay safe during an extended outage.If your power goes out, you

Deb Haaland used her social media platform on March 26-27, 2026 to discuss rising living costs and persistent gender pay gaps while also engaging with local Democratic groups in New Mexico.

KOAT is hosting its second annual Music Matters Live Drive Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Robertson and Sons Violin Shop in Albuquerque and Nusenda Credit Union on St. Michaels Drive in Santa Fe.The goal is to collect used instruments for the Young Musicians Initiative in partnership with

An Iranian envoy says Tehran will “facilitate and expedite” humanitarian aid through the Strait of Hormuz, even as it endures strikes on its n…

Idaho lawmakers passed a sweeping bathroom bill Friday that makes it a crime for transgender people to use bathrooms matching their gender identity.

A strong cold front will bring blowing dust, gusty winds and a sharp temperature drop across New Mexico, with freezing temperatures possible overnight.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Officials have issued a heath alert for the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County due toblowing dust.Thehealth alertis effective until 10pm on Friday.AdvertisementHigh wind warnings and wind advisories issued across New Mexicodocument.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() { const links = [ ...(document.querySelectorAll(`#video-690f464c-49b9-4bcd-ad94-5e84322a8e38`) || []), ...(document.querySelectorAll(`#image-690f464c-49b9-4bcd-ad94-5e84322a8e38`) || []), ...(document.querySelectorAll(`#text-690f464c-49b9-4bcd-ad94-5e84322a8e38`) || []), ];

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s rural health care providers can now apply for a share of $50 million in health care funding as part of New Mexico’s three-year, $146 million in…

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., is maintaining her innocence after the House Ethics Committee’s found she committed numerous violatio…

High wind warnings and wind advisories have been issued across New Mexico.The high wind warnings include Albuquerque, as well as the Sacramento Mountains, Clayton, Tucumcari and Clovis.AdvertisementWind gusts up to 60 miles per hour are possible, with wind damage possible.Blowing dust and poor air quality are also likelyThe wind will

A man charged with child sex abuse and human trafficking of a child will stay on house arrest for the next 8 months before his trial.

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

Juani's Kitchen says community support helped save the restaurant from closing after it fell three months behind on rent.

Fire crews pushed the Unified Fire to 50% containment after stronger winds tested containment lines on Thursday.

PBR's Ty Murray Invitational opens in Albuquerque with Elite "Unleash the Beast" riders this weekend.

ALBUQUERQUE — A Texas man was sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to pay $154,744 in restitution for defrauding the government by obtaining COVID-19 pandemic-…

Iran has kept firing missiles at Israel and Gulf Arab nation, including a strike Friday at a military base in Saudi Arabia that U.S. officials…

The Ready, Set, Go! program developed by fire officials to help everyone prepare for evacuations when wildfires begin.Here are the three stages of Ready, Set, Go!AdvertisementReadyGetting ready for when wildfires start is key to protecting your home before evacuation orders are issued.Maintaining a defensible space around your home is key

Albuquerque Public Schools invites 9th-12th-grade students to pick out free prom attire and accessories at Passport to Prom.

ALBUQUERQUE – A federal grand jury has indicted a U.S. Border Patrol agent for allegedly assaulting a handcuffed detainee and later concealing evidence to obstruct an investigation. According to court records, on May 22, 2023, Eduardo Prat, 40, allegedly strangled John Doe while performing his official duties as a Border

The Trump administration is seeking an exemption from the Endangered Species Act for expanded oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico, citi…

Drivers pulled over and residents approached the farm stand to peruse its supply of produce, tea and more, all from local producers.

The "expanded operations alternative" includes facilities upgrades and "actions that would expand operations and missions."

The 6-acre property is located just east of the Plaza and traces its development origins back to the late 1800s.

By LISA JIMENEZ Daily Press Correspondent A large section of Swan Street will get a makeover this year from 32nd Street to Cain Drive, while construction on several south-side streets in the east Chihuahua Hill neighborhood has already begun. Streets in the original townsite area will receive the annual chip

Jose Abel “Abe” Garcia lived more than a century, but to those who knew him, it never felt like enough. A fixture behind the bar at Abe’s Cantina y Cocina and a steady presence in the village of Arroyo Seco for generations, Garcia died peacefully...

Medical examinations found more than 20 rib fractures on the 6-week-old girl, as well as several bruises, records show.

Sheriffs and police chiefs are denied information about complaints and are prevented from learning about investigations into job candidates.

The House Ethics Committee is holding a rare public hearing into alleged ethics violations by Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. The hearing Thursday…

The Treasury Department plans to print President Donald Trump’s signature on every new U.S. paper bill. Treasury announced the idea Thursday. …

A U.S. judge has pressed the Trump administration about its basis for barring Venezuela’s government from paying former President Nicolás Madu…

Due to high fire danger, the Bureau of Land Management is implementing fire restrictions on public land at the Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area…

Rep. Bill Hall, R-Aztec, serves on a legislative committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein's alleged crimes in New Mexico.

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

Some people have expressed surprise and opposition over the speed at which calls have come to remove Chávez's name from public spaces.

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

Santa Fe city officials agreed to close Old Santa Fe Trail for Saturday's "No Kings" protest without charging thousands in fees.

United World College dance students pose for a photograph. From left: Bella, Amani, Taja, Hope, Kiyora and Oona. The community is invited to a free dance show performed by United World College students this Saturday at 7 p.m. at Kluge Auditorium on the UWC campus. United World College dance students

For more details on the blaze, pick up a copy of Saturday’s Silver City Daily Press.

A ceremony recognizing Vietnam Veterans Day takes place at the American Legion Post No. 28, 1620 N. Montana Ave., on Sunday at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be Col. Th…

Lessons from Reagan has already begun filming at the Gallegos Ranch, with work scheduled through December.

The Republican from Lubbock directed a new governmental oversight committee to study the secession of New Mexico counties to Texas.

The Democratic senator backed a Trumper, something he would not have done if he'd entered New Mexico's primary for governor.

Our sports section today will highlight the New Mexico Golden Gloves that occurred over the weekend at Roswell High School and the nail-biting softball game between Go…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It’s that time of year again — just earlier, Silver City Fire Chief Milo Lambert told the Town Council at their meeting Tuesday night, where he detailed the fire restrictions now in place for the town. “There is a present state of fire danger

A recent campaign stop by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland in Santa Fe is drawing attention online after video showed the former Interior secretary stumbling through prepared remarks while speaking to a group of educators near Paseo de Peralta. During the event, Haaland appeared to struggle while attempting to deliver

In a work session prior to Monday’s regular meeting of the Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education, board members heard a presentation from Dekker, the architectural firm designing the new Cliff school, that included some preliminary designs for the new building. Ivan Lopez, project architect with Dekker, said that after

The Santa Fe school board gave the elementary a new placeholder name — after its mascot — while it begins the search for a new permanent one.

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The New Mexico Department of Justice is pursuing another legal strategy in an effort to invalidate a contract between ICE and Otero County.

The Unified Fire was 25% contained after crews, engines, dozers and air resources worked to widen and improve control lines.

The program has $210,000 in funding, and the money will be awarded to businesses until the funds run out.

The Otero County Commission voted Wednesday night to once again extend its federal immigrant detention contract, setting up a growing legal battle with the State of New Mexico as a new law banning such agreements is set to take effect in May. The unanimous vote extends the county’s agreement with

At 8 p.m. on April 21, 2002, voters learned the shock first-round results of France’s presidential election. For the first time in the Republic’s history, a far-right …

The National Championship Air Races (NCAR) announced on Wednesday that all seven of its accredited race classes will be part of this September’s event.

Roswell Air Center’s Rubb Hangar was sold this month during an online auction at Public Surplus.

Secretary James Kenney gave the green light to the hearing in response to a Monday memo from the Air Quality Bureau chief.

The decision comes as many public agencies around the country consider scrubbing Chávez's name after sexual abuse allegations tarnished his legacy.

Martinez, 34, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated assault. He still faces sentencing in a federal case.

In 2018, Chad Gaines formed the Cibola Trail Alliance, which pushes for more outdoor recreation opportunities in the area.

Six findings were documented in the fiscal year 2025 audit, a marked decrease from the last several fiscal years prior.

Williams is amazed that after 17 days of Willow being on her own that she survived.

After putting a stop to office stays, the state hopes that treatment foster care can help fill the gap for its teens in need of homes.

Op.cit. Books in the DeVargas Center will be hosting a book sale to benefit Felines & Friends from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. T…

Climate change and historically low snowpacks have the potential to upend a centuries-old way of life in Northern New Mexico's acequia communities.

Operations Manager Valarie Lyon-Vigil was terminated earlier this month following the firing last month of Executive Director Christine Robertson.

A former Taos High student accused in federal lawsuits of sexually assaulting two female students on campus between 2017 and 2018 now faces charges stemming from a police chase near Kit Carson Road. Tranquelino Benito Romero, 24, was...

Mayor Linda Calhoun briefly lost consciousness Tuesday evening (March 24) during the town’s annual “State of the Town” address, prompting a swift response from first responders and concern among attendees at the Red river Conference...

Charles Curtin first came to New Mexico in the mid-90s to research climate change interactions as a postdoctoral researcher. He worked with the Malapai Borderlands Group, a nearly one-million acre rancher-led, collaborative non-profit and...

A new initiative aimed at expanding who benefits from tourism in Taos County launched last week, according to a press release. The Taos SEED (Sustainable Experience & Entrepreneur Development) Program kicked off with its first cohort dinner...

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from March 9 to March 15, 2026. Animals currently in care: 91 Total intakes this week: 17 Transfers this week: 0 Animals in foster: 24 Pounds of food: 550 Number of animal...

Educators, tribal leaders and program coordinators gathered at UNM-Taos for an Indian Education Curriculum Fair held March 13 and 14. The fair was part of a growing push to reshape how Indigenous history, culture and language is taught in New...

Sam Bregman is running for governor “because I know that this state has never truly lived up to its potential. I know that we can do so much better, and I am so excited about the possibilities and the future of this state.” On Tuesday...

A Santa Fe County jury has ordered Meta to pay $375 million after finding the social media company misled consumers and failed to protect children on its platforms. The verdict, delivered Tuesday (March 24), marks the first time a state has won a...

The Town of Taos Councilors will continue a public hearing over an ordinance that would establish vacant property standards on April 28. Seeing no community members present for the public hearing in their regular meeting Tuesday (March 25),...

Commission grants subdivision dissolution County responds to permitting frustrations The Riverbend Subdivision is a subdivision no more, after Taos County Commission voted in their regular meeting Tuesday (March 17) to approve a request by the...

Leaders in two dozen states, including New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, on Thursday sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for rescinding its longstanding position that greenhouse gases are harmful for public health. Although the...

Due to unseasonably warm temperatures and changing conditions, Taos Ski Valley announced late Monday (March 23) that chairlifts will stop spinning one week ahead of schedule. The resort said in a an email update it now has a "planned closing day"...

Start with two cups of boiling water, milk, butter, cream or stock, then add hatch chiles and mac and cheese. Stir. That’s all it takes to make FishSki Provisions’ mac and cheese, one of several just-add-water meals sold on market shelves...

The Taos County Democratic Party will vote on a new party chair Monday (March 29) via absentee ballot. The party will take nominations for the Chair position at a County Central Convention meeting Sunday (March 28). As of Tuesday (March 24),...

Kit Carson Internet plans to expand service in 2026 with faster speeds and lower rates for customers across Taos and Colfax counties, according to a press release from the company. The cooperative will automatically double internet speeds for...

Mora County officials, local veterans and construction company staff moments before breaking ground for a veterans memorial in front of the Mora County Courthouse on March 18. Mora County officials, local veterans and construction company staff moments before breaking ground for a veterans memorial in front of the Mora County

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. New Mexico State Police last week charged two men in two separate cases involving alleged sexual encounters with children. One man is charged with raping a 4-year-old girl several years ago

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – February, a month closely associated with love and commitment, brought new unions for couples in Cibola County while also marking…

The Bayard City Council postponed for a second time a vote to start the process to adopt amendments to the city’s emergency abatement ordinance during its regular meeting March 18, instead planning a second workshop. City Attorney M. Yvonne Gonzalez requested the council have the additional workshop on the proposed

A Democratic socialist from Farmington has officially qualified to appear on the Democrat primary ballot to challenge incumbent U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján in New Mexico’s 2026 Senate race. Matt Dodson, a longtime San Juan County Democrat and Air Force veteran, confirmed this week that he received official notice from

Fire Restrictions in Place at Bluewater Lake CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - BLUEWATER LAKE – This week finally looked and felt like spring fishing at Bluewater…

Eric JosephGonzalesEric Joseph Gonzales, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on March 16, 2026, in Grants, New Mexico, the very place where…

SANTA FE — New Mexico will invest $13.5 million in trails, watersheds and outdoor access as part of the FY 27 state budget signed by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, …

An application by the Chaves County Sheriff’s Office for $147,500 from the Law Enforcement Protection Fund (LEPF) was approved last week by the county commissioners.

A Santa Fe jury on Tuesday found Meta willfully violated New Mexico’s consumer protection laws and ordered the social media giant to pay $375 million in damages to the state. The decision came just one day after the conclusion of the seven-week trial spurred by New Mexico Attorney General Raúl

LINCOLN COUNTY — Ruidoso residents who rely on private wells for drinking water can get their water tested free of charge this Saturday, through a joint event hosted b…

Diego Lopez, EditorThe Grants High School Pirate Baseball Team has proven GHS athletics and academics mix. Senior Estevan Barela has committed to play baseball…

A New Mexico jury on Tuesday found Meta Platforms violated state law in a lawsuit brought by the state attorney general, who accused the company of misleading users ab…

The Cibola Citizen wants to share an important update with our readers and our community.As many of you know, 2025 was a difficult year for our newspaper. Like…

BernadetteKastendieckBernadette Kastendieck, September 17, 1942 – March 10, 2026, a lifelong resident of Grants, New Mexico, went home to her Heavenly Father…

Diego Lopez, EditorCIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – The latest water monitoring data shows Bluewater Lake continuing its gradual seasonal decline, while the Rio San Jose…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in New Mexico of the April 22 d…

County remains 100% in drought as late-winter precipitation collapses, temperatures run hot, and Zuni snowpack disappears heading into spring CIBOLA…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Silver Consolidated Schools will potentially receive about six more months of funding from its mental health grant from the U.S. Department of Education, along with more strict requirements and reporting, the Board of Education heard during its regular meeting Monday night. Cindy Barris, associate

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez’s latest campaign email and a series of airport videos posted to social media are raising eyebrows across New Mexico after the northern New Mexico Democrat made several misleading claims about election law, federal funding, and the Jeffrey Epstein scandal — all while attempting to position

RESTON, Virginia — The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) plans low-level flights by airplane and helicopter over southern and central New Mexico to image geology using air…

Jerry PryorJerry passed away on March 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by a contagious laugh, a permanent smile, and a deep devotion to his family and…

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

Mayor Linda Calhoun briefly lost consciousness Tuesday evening (March 24) during the town’s first-ever “State of the Town” address, prompting a swift response from first responders and concern among attendees at the Red River Conference Center.

For Enrico Romero, creativity lives where sound and image meet. A cinematographer and music producer at The University of New Mexico–Taos, Romero is building a future in media by combining technical skill, artistic passion, and a hard-earned commitment to education.His path to college, howev…

Higher for longer is the catch phrase for the New Mexico economy and the politics that follow.State economists forecast the average oil price at $58 a barrel for the current budget year---July 2025-June 2026--but since the Iran war broke out nearly a month ago the average has been far above

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 17 and March 23, 2026: Floyd Gonzales, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Ruben Salazar, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Dale Marvin Benavidez, APO Arrest Order. Elizabeth M.

New Mexico is once again leading the nation in aggressive environmental regulation, this time approving a first-in-the-nation rule that will require warning labels on consumer products containing so-called “forever chemicals,” also known as PFAS. The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board voted Monday to approve a rule that will phase out

LAS CRUCES — James C. Flowers, 110, of Las Cruces was awarded the New Mexico Medal of Merit at his home on March 20 in recognition of a lifetime of service, sacrifice …

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, a Democrat often aligned with the party’s progressive wing, is drawing national attention after casting what he described as a “surprise” vote in favor of confirming President Donald Trump’s nominee, U.S. Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma, to serve as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.

WASHINGTON — Robert Mueller, the no-nonsense former FBI chief who documented Russia’s interference in the 2016 U.S. election and its contacts with Donald Trump’s campa…

LAS CRUCES — New Mexico’s food and agriculture industries generated $50.5 billion in economic impact in 2025 — a 12% increase from the previous year — according to the…

SANTA FE — On Monday, New Mexico’s Environmental Improvement Board approved landmark rules requiring manufacturers to label consumer products containing intentionally …

Chaves County Commissioners approved an agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to improve Zu…

SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on Friday announced an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for May 20 to offer 74 oil and gas parcels totaling 33,530 acres…

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ALAMOGORDO — The civilian who died following the shooting at Holloman Air Force Base on Tuesday has been identified as Ashanti Stewart. She took her own life after fir…

Amy Barela If history is any guide, there appears to be little wiggle room for NMGOP Chair Amy Barela to hold on to her position. Republicans are being ripped apart by Barela's decision not to vacate the chairmanship when an opponent filed to challenge her in the GOP primary for

Following delays from federal officials, New Mexico’s agency to expand broadband is seeking the release of $293 million in promised funds to boost internet access. Leadership at the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion said that funding allotted for 31 projects across the state remains in limbo after

New Mexico is once again making national headlines after reports surfaced raising questions about the apparent lack of action by the state’s so-called “Truth Commission” tasked with investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s activities tied to Zorro Ranch. National media coverage this week highlighted renewed scrutiny surrounding Epstein’s New Mexico property and whether

James Shields James Shields Meadow City Academy of Music will present a concert titled “Spring Awakening” at the Plaza Hotel Ballroom on Sunday, March 29 at 3:00 pm. General admission: $ 20, tickets available at the door/online at www.meadowcitymusic.org. Students attend free. This program features James Shields, clarinet, Emily Brausa,

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

County sets regs for potential data centers Levi Hill/News-Sun Artificial Intelligence data centers are …

Patients with skin cancer in New Mexico often wait months — sometimes years — to see a specialist due to a severe shortage of board-certified dermatologists. For those…

Among concerns voiced by those who attended a meeting on Thursday to discuss "Propel Roswell," the city’s Comprehensive Master Plan update, were those about local crim…

Chuck Norris, the former martial arts champion and 1980s action-film hero who fought the bad guys in “Code of Silence,” “Missing in Action” and “The Delta Force” and u…

Three historic congregations in Las Vegas—First United Methodist Church, First United Presbyterian Church, and St. Paul’s Episcopal/Lutheran Church—invite the community to join them for a series of colaborative worship services and events during Holy Week, beginning Palm Sunday, March 29, and concluding on Easter Sunday, April 5. This year’s observances

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) has determined that the Otero County Commission violated the state’s Open Meetings Act (OMA) when it convene…

DeAnna Tarin, left, and her mom, Holly Kirkland, look over a tub filled with baby chickens at a local farm supply store earlier this week. Kirkland said they weren't p…

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SANTA FE — New Mexico’s measles case count has risen to 13, all linked to three county detention centers, the state Department of Health reported on Thursday.

Jose Abel “Abe” Garcia, a pillar of the Arroyo Seco community and owner of Abe's Cantina Y Cocina, has died, his family announced Friday (March 20).

Gas prices continued to spike upward at a rapid pace for a third straight week in New Mexico and throughout the U.S., according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch…

Chaves County residents who need to be transported long distances for critical care or life-threatening injuries will have a way to reach care facilities in Albuquerqu…

As National Doctors’ Day approaches on March 30, a new report from personal finance website WalletHub ranks New Mexico among the worst states in the nation for physicians, highlighting ongoing challenges in attracting and retaining medical professionals in the state. WalletHub’s 2026 report on the Best and Worst States for

After a vehicle pursuit on Wednesday evening by the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) and an officer-involved shooting, William James Roberts was hit and transported to a…

The Hermit’s Peak–Calf Canyon Fire was the largest wildfire in New Mexico history, and many are still trapped in the claims process four years later. The Hermit’s Peak–Calf Canyon Fire was the largest wildfire in New Mexico history, and many are still trapped in the claims process four years later.

In an email to the Roswell Daily Record on Thursday, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that more than $21 million in grant awards wil…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — AT&T Mobility Orange workers, represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA), on Thursday overwhelmingly voted to give CWA President…

LAS CRUCES — One of the largest flags ever produced made its way to Spaceport America on March 13 for comprehensive cleaning.

ALBUQUERQUE — A jury in the 13th Judicial District Court found Rollie Bruvold guilty of four counts of criminal sexual penetration of a child under 13. Bruvold, a repe…

He was 17 years old, a serious football injury put him under the knife for surgery and sent him home with a 60-pill script for oxycodone to manage pain. Three scripts later, his plan to attend college and pursue a semi-professional athletic career...

Songwriters, would-be songwriters and those who appreciate choral music are welcome to free workshops and to witness the world premiere of a choral piece, all set to take place this weekend at New Mexico Highlands University. NMHU music professor Gabriel Merrill-Steskal said this weekend’s events are like a“mini-residency,” as they

For decades, leading New Mexico Democrats have openly celebrated and elevated Cesar Chavez as a civil rights icon—praising his legacy in speeches, social media posts, official resolutions, and public events. But as serious allegations about Chavez’s past, including being a pedophile and rapist, resurface and gain wider attention, those glowing

Speed and alcohol are believed to be factors in an overnight single-vehicle rollover accident in southwest Roswell that resulted in the death of the driver, who was th…

New Mexico offers credits, resources to low-income filers

Rep. Reeb highlights bipartisan win on sexual assault statute of limitations

A woman who pleaded guilty to drug trafficking as part of a plea agreement learned last week that she will spend several years in prison. Fifty-two-year-old Edwina Montaño was sentenced to a total of nine years, but District Court Judge Abigail Aragon suspended five years of that sentence. Aragon also

During the ABQ mayoral campaign last year we noted how crime did not appear to have its usual impact and that voters were pivoting to the economy and especially the high cost of daily life. Flash forward and here come the '26 gubernatorial candidates.Democrat Sam Bregman is calling for a

This past weekend, temperatures in the area were reminiscent of early February, but starting today, temperatures will be more like early June.

The Roswell Flood Recovery Task Force met on Wednesday morning for the first time.

A sign taped to the Samaritan House’s door on Tuesday states that it is closed. The Samaritan House stopped housing the homeless on March 1. A sign taped to the Samaritan House’s door on Tuesday states that it is closed. The Samaritan House stopped housing the homeless on March 1.

The Wendy’s Company closed its Taos store this week as part of a plan to shutter 5 to 6 percent of its locations in the first half of 2026 — a response to dropping U.S. sales. Wendy’s confirmed the closure of the Taos store, located at 420 Paseo...

New Mexico health officials announced on Thursday (March 12) that a Santa Fe County resident had been hospitalized but ultimately recovered from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, marking the first case recorded in 2026. The resident, a man in his...

New Mexico health officials on Monday reported the state’s first case of rabies, the latest in a string of zoonotic diseases hitting the state for the first time this year. The rabies case, the New Mexico Department of Health said, involved a...

New Mexico State Fair officials announced the addition of Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Tanya Tucker to the 2026 New Mexico State Fair rodeo-concert lineup last week. Tucker will take the stage on Sept. 18 following the Chevron Professional...

H.R. 1, more affectionately known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” was signed into federal law on July 4, 2025, and has precipitated changes to nearly every aspect of American economic life. The changes, implemented on a rolling basis,...

SANTA FE — The Department of Public Safety’s New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy is ushering in a new era in 2026, with leadership changes poised to benefit law enforce…

Mayor Keller Despite their robust election victories in November ABQ Mayor Tim Keller and his Santa Fe counterpart Michael Garcia are off to sluggish starts. Keller has gone mostly incognito after securing an unprecedented third term, with one TV reporter having to chase him down the street to get a

A well-known Albuquerque restaurant has become the center of a growing political flashpoint after a viral TikTok video sparked protests over claims that the establishment offers a discount to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The controversy centers on the Frontier Restaurant, a longtime staple located directly across from the

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s investments in adult education have lifted the state to 20th in the nation for adult education outcomes, up from 50th place in 2019.

Joseph JD Weathers, candidate for Mora County Commission - District 1 and current vice chair for the New Mexico Democratic Party in Congressional District 3. Joseph JD Weathers, candidate for Mora County Commission - District 1 and current vice chair for the New Mexico Democratic Party in Congressional District 3.

Mustard Seed is a grant awarded by the First United Presbyterian Church, which funds special, new and innovative projects. The “seed” money, up to $1,500, helps organizations/projects with one-time expenses. We fund projects in the following focus areas: Youth participation; Mission within or beyond community; Community or church related projects

A shooting at Holloman Air Force Base on Tuesday has left one person dead and another injured, according to an official release from the 49th Wing Public Affairs Office. The incident occurred on March 17 near the base Shoppette, a commonly frequented area for service members and personnel. Authorities confirmed

An ofrenda was created during a candlelight vigil held on Sunday to remember Desiree Trujillo, Geno Gonzales and Austin Apodaca, who died at the house on March 7. An ofrenda was created during a candlelight vigil held on Sunday to remember Desiree Trujillo, Geno Gonzales and Austin Apodaca, who died

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, the House unanimously passed Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández’s (D-NM-03) bill, House Resolution 4284, the Small Cemetery Conveyance …

Staff members at the H&R Block Las Vegas office are available to provide tax preparation and small business support services, helping clients navigate changing tax laws and prepare for the upcoming filing deadline. Staff members at the H&R Block Las Vegas office are available to provide tax preparation and small

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is facing renewed scrutiny after posting a campaign video on social media Monday in which she openly touted her role in suing the Trump administration—using taxpayer-funded resources—to block federal access to voter data. In the video, Toulouse Oliver framed the legal battle

Bregman and HaalandFor the first time, decline to state voters in New Mexico will have the chance to vote in the Democratic or Republican primaries June 2 but they will likely have little impact on the outcome of the gubernatorial or other contests.The chief reason is the very low number

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A closely watched legislative contest is shaping up in southern New Mexico, where incumbent Democrat State Rep. Sarah Silva of Las Cruces is seeking re-election against Republican challenger Ben Luna of Chaparral in House District 53. The race is expected to be one of the more competitive contests in the

Zorro Ranch Zorro Ranch New Mexico's newly established Epstein Truth Commission marks a pivotal shift in how the state confronts the long-shadowed allegations tied to Jeffrey Epstein's former Zorro Ranch, signaling a future in which survivors, not institutions, help lead the search for truth and accountability. From the outset, commissioners

An aerial view of a Rio Grande drying in 2022 following low snowpacks. An aerial view of a Rio Grande drying in 2022 following low snowpacks. Snow drought across the west and record-breaking hot temperatures this winter threaten the majority of New Mexico’s rivers, according to Andrew Mangham, a senior

ABQ GOP City Councilor Dan Lewis tells us the move to increase the city's gross receipts tax by nearly half a percent will not win approval, if it comes to a vote at tonight's Council meeting. Still, the mere idea of raising taxes in a city with no looming fiscal

Thu, Mar 26 Multiple Locations Join EPCOG for a focused leadership training designed to strengthen...Read More

Saturday, March 14 *Baxter-Curren Senior Center yard sale – 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 908 Hickory St.,...Read More

Candidates lined up to file for all 70 state House seats this week amid continued wreckage for Republicans in special elections around the nation, Those national headwinds. say our analysts, rule out any serious chance this year of Republicans altering the Democrats overwhelming House majority of 44-26. Rather, they believe

New Mexico is once again drawing national scrutiny as multiple conservative national media outlets highlight policies and practices in the state involving late-term abortion access and gender transition support for minors. Recent investigative reports published by Life News and Townhall portray New Mexico as a national hub for permissive abortion

A newly signed New Mexico tax law is drawing criticism from tax policy experts, who warn it could weaken the state’s business climate and make it less attractive for investment. In a March 11 analysis published by the Tax Foundation, Senior Policy Analyst Abir Mandal cautioned that Senate Bill 151,

A real debate or a three ring circus? The one and only "debate" that Dem gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland has agreed to participate in with opponent Sam Bregman is in fact not a debate but one of the oddest set-ups for a candidate face-off ever seen in these enchanted parts.The

Filing day for the 2026 primary election cycle took place Tuesday, March 10, locking in a wide range of candidates seeking seats in the New Mexico Legislature. With paperwork submitted to the Secretary of State’s Office by the afternoon deadline, dozens of state House races across the state are now

HaalandDeb Haaland easily overpowered Sam Bregman at the Democratic party preprimary convention at the Inn of the Mountain Gods this weekend, besting the BernCo District Attorney by winning the votes of 733 delegates for 73.52 percent of the vote. Bregman managed only 264 votes or 26.48 percent. The lopsided, decisive

Joe Biden’s ex-U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland secured a dominant share of support from Democrat Party insiders at the New Mexico Democrat Party’s pre-primary convention, easily defeating Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman in the race for the party’s gubernatorial nomination. Delegate voting placed the far-left Democrat far ahead of

Republican and Democrat activists gathered in southern New Mexico over the weekend for their respective pre-primary conventions, marking a key step in shaping the candidate fields ahead of the June 2 primary elections. While Democrats met in Mescalero and continued tallying votes through the weekend, Republicans convened in nearby Ruidoso,

New Mexico is once again in the national spotlight for all the wrong reasons after a bombshell report revealed that Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Deb Haaland once flew on a private jet connected to disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According to reporting by the New York Post, newly

Earthquakes spike by as much as 700 percent in Permian Levi Hill/News-Sun The ground is starting to shake in the Permian Basin and those who live in the region are beginning to take notice even as scientist watch the number of earthquakes in the region skyrocket. The sheer number of

Hobbs boy surrounded by love after loss Chrstina Holt/News-Sun DALLAS, Texas — The 10-year-old Hobbs boy who lost his mother, Megan Runnels, in a fire last month is now living with the Cardona family in the Dallas, Texas, area – a decision made by his mother in her final moments.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tatum first grader rings bell after cancer battle Denise Marquez/News-Sun Forget Santa’s sleigh bells. For one Tatum first-grader, the most meaningful Christmas sound was a bell she rung signaling the end of her cancer battle. Adalee Torrez, age 7 of Lovington and a first grader at Tatum Elementary School, rang

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...

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 ...

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 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...

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...

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,...

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

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 ...

First responders of the Village of Columbus handle 35 to 40 emergency calls a week. Luna County officials recognized that the Columbus Fire/EMS Depart...

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

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

People from across Luna County packed themselves into the Train Depot Tuesday night to hear candidate campaigns and agendas in one of the best attende...

1975 brought about the end of the Vietnam War and the fall of Saigon. The year also marked the beginning of the Hollywood blockbuster age with the rel...

Kickin’ it at the Deming Luna County Animal Shelter may seem like a resort for the homeless pets that are residents at the facility, but according to ...

The Southwestern New Mexico State Fair has officially returned to Deming, and cowboys around the area are itching to get into the saddle. From Youth e...

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

Improvements to Columbus Elementary School are inbound after last Thursday’s school board meeting. The board approved two high ticket items, including...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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