By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff More than $1.3 million in state funding is coming to support organizations and programs in southwest New Mexico — but exactly who the money is going to isn’t being publicly disclosed. That’s despite the general appropriation bill for fiscal year 2027 specifying that a

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff With two new members in place, the Gila Regional Medical Center board of trustees discussed this week how far the hospital has come over the last several years — both financially and in services provided. Joining the trustees at Wednesday afternoon’s regular meeting were

BCSO arrests man in Ventana Ranch investigation

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office deputies have arrested the man seen walking around a westside neighborhood with a gun. Kenneth Blair is charged with harassment, aggravated stalking, and stalking after deputies said he was spotted in Ventana Ranch on Tuesday. BCSO said the charges are not solely

Residents in Alamogordo are expressing anger and confusion after receiving unexpectedly high electric bills, with some charges exceeding $800 due to billing delays and estimated usage.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was a rape case in Albuquerque that went unsolved for more than two decades. Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman said they are now close to solving the crime, but the answer lies in Santa Fe National Cemetery. "He is a serial rapist monster," said

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a homicide in the 11700 block of Snow Heights Blvd. NE, which is near Indian School and Juan Tabo Blvd NE. Officers were dispatched to the area following reports of a person who had been shot. Upon arrival, officers located a man

As a horse-drawn caisson slowly carried the flag-draped casket of retired Brig. Gen. Jack Fox through Fort Stanton State Veterans Cemetery on Saturday, the silence was broken only by the measured cadence of hoofbeats and the commands of the military honor guard.

Albuquerque - The man at the center of today’s lengthy standoff with the Albuquerque Police Department has been shot and killed by SWAT officers in an officer-involved shooting. The man had fired multiple rounds (just under 100 rounds by some counts) before he was killed. When officers originally responded to

The police blotter in the Roswell Daily Record’s Saturday edition, on page A2, mentioned that Roswell Police Department (RPD) officers were co…

A San Juan County woman received four years in the Department of Corrections for setting her boyfriend’s house on fire and killing his dog. Cecilia Rivera, 23, entered a plea agreement Feb. 12, admitting to a second-degree felony arson that caused nearly $500,000 in damages to a home on County

Valencia enters the season after a 4-7 finish and the challenge of replacing 19 seniors, but the Jaguars say their younger roster can surprise people.

Montezuma-Cortez School District will remove or modify any biblically infused content in its new elementary reading curriculum, a district official wrote in an open letter Saturday. “Our schools will not use the curriculum as a vehicle for religious instruction,” wrote Eddie Ramirez, superintendent of the Montezuma-Cortez district, in a letter

The New Mexico State Fair and Boxing Bear Brewery have announced Centennial Lager, this year's state fair beer inspired by Route 66's centennial.

The Cobre Consolidated Schools Board of Education held a special meeting Wednesday to discuss several items, all tied back to the district’s current financial situation. The first item on the agenda called for discussion regarding leasing the district’s golf course to the city of Bayard, as its upkeep has negatively

It is that time of the year again — when Gila Wildlife Rescue starts to get calls about baby deer during the fawning months of July through August. “When the phone call came in and we heard the person’s story, we cringed and prepared ourselves for a possible heartbreak,” Gila

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent Jason C. Pierre has been operating restaurants in Silver City since 2021, and he is hoping the new location of La Vie Est Un Bistro will prove to be the spot to see his business take off. “Business started off slow at the beginning,

By MIKAELA JOHNSON Daily Press Correspondent A steady stream of community members crowded the Mimbres Culture Heritage Site this weekend for the annual Hummingbird Festival. Unlike in years past, the actual banding of hummingbirds — capturing and tagging individual birds to track migration and lifespan — could not take place

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Several of the 20 members of Silver City P.E.O. Chapter BR took to the streets with signs on Saturday — not to protest or to raise funds, but simply to increase awareness of the organization. The Walk Today for Women Tomorrow effort happened throughout

  A potential legacy may continue in Santa Fe, as Stephanie Garcia Richard won the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor Thursday morning. With current Lt. Gov. Howie Morales nearing the end of his second term, the pair reflected this week on what has happened and what is to come, with

Two Silver City town councilors reiterated their belief the town should pay its employees more when they voted Wednesday against adopting the town’s budget for fiscal year 2027, which began last month. The budget was approved 3-2 with a tiebreaking vote by Mayor Simon Wheaton-Smith. District 2 Councilor Nick Prince

Gila Regional Medical Center will expand its services and support another healthcare entity with the recent purchase of two buildings in Silver City, including the addition of an urgent care clinic and the beginnings of a residency program. The purchase of the former Silver Health CARE family clinic, 1380 U.S.

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – A 13-year-old boy who shot and killed another teen in Las Cruces earlier this year was sentenced on Tuesday. He will serve two years in a juvenile facility for the deadly shooting. "He just loved people, and he loved making people smile, making people feel

APD investigating homicide in NE Albuquerque

Officials urge neighboring communities to prepare "Go" bags as firefighters respond to the blaze in Northern New Mexico.

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – There was more outrage on Tuesday over a massive data center project in southern New Mexico as opponents spoke out against Project Jupiter. "Stop it now, before, before, it kills our animals, and we lose any more ranchers," said a speaker. New Mexico lawmakers hosted

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Albertsons' parent company is recalling nearly 60 store-made products over possible Salmonella contamination. The United Family said the affected products all contain Pico de gallo made with jalapeños linked to Ron's Home Style Foods. Some of those products were sold at Albertsons and Market Street locations

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – KRQE News 13 has learned more about a swiftwater rescue and recovery near the Four Hills neighborhood. Albuquerque Fire Rescue said they received reports around 8:15 p.m. on Monday about two people getting swept away in a flood channel known as The Box, which flows into

The Chaves County Sheriff’s Office, Roswell Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are seeking information from the public …

Lodgers’ Tax requests for money to help pay for expenses related to an array of local events are a significant part of community life as well …

U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury, a Democrat from New Mexico, toured Roadrunner Food Bank on Monday, warning that federal cuts have stripped food assistance from more than 21,000 New Mexicans, about half of them children, since October. Stansbury said the drop stems from H.R. 1, the federal budget bill she called

The majority of New Mexico’s tribe, nation and pueblo land could be ripe for exploring geothermal energy, an energy expert told a panel of state lawmakers Monday. Rebecca “Puck” Stair, the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department’s Energy Conservation and Management Division director, spoke before the interim Indian

An Albuquerque man has been charged with bringing fentanyl into the San Juan County Detention Center and trafficking the illicit drug. This is the third case of fentanyl being found in the jail that the Tri-City Record has learned of in the past four months. Jeremiah Wright, 39, is the

The tempting scent of fried dough and powdered sugar fills the air at the San Juan County Fair, where two families have been serving up midway favorites for decades. The late Roy and Jessie Simpson started serving up traditional Navajo Frybread in a booth 52 years ago at the fair.

Skip Ewing, the hit country songwriter behind “Rebecca Lynn,” says he performs by living entirely in the present – “one moment after another” – a mindset he’ll bring to McGee Park on Aug. 14 when he takes the stage with band mates he calls “incredible musicians.” Speaking from his log

GALLUP – A recent hearing meant to inform the public about a new uranium mine proposal near Church Rock instead exposed wounds around the legacy of mining’s impacts on Navajo communities, as well as fresh concerns about whether technology that promises to safely extract the mineral is as clean as

The 11th Judicial District Court in San Juan County has launched a new program to help people with severe mental illness. The Assisted Outpatient Treatment, or AOT, program will be available to individuals “who have repeatedly failed to adhere to treatment on a voluntary basis,” according to a news release

A Bloomfield man entered a plea of not guilty when arraigned on a first-degree murder charge. Thomas Vigil, 20, was also charged with shooting from a motor vehicle, a second-degree felony; aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, a third-degree felony; tampering with evidence, a third-degree felony; and aggravated assault with

GALLUP – The 104th Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Rodeo ended Sunday with a championship short go that blended standard rodeo competition with events that have helped give the Ceremonial its unique character for generations. Eight traditional rodeo events shared the arena with Ceremonial favorites such as ranch bronc riding, the Pony

Already this summer, 770 New Mexicans have visited statewide emergency rooms for heat-related illnesses. That’s more than all of last summer, according to the state Health Department, with more than a month remaining in the season. The spike in heat-related emergencies comes amid a statewide record heat wave. In the

APD investigating police shooting in NW Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Former state rep and Albuquerque Public Schools administrator Sheryl WIlliams Stapleton told the judge she did not wish to take the stand in the trial to decide if she intentionally funneled more than a million taxpayer dollars into her own pocket. While Stapleton elected not to

Storm chances will increase across New Mexico through the end of this week as more monsoon moisture moves into the state. The increase in moisture will also bring high temperatures back closer to normal for this time of year. Showers and thunderstorms have been popping up Tuesday afternoon across the

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Two New Mexico Democratic lawmakers are unveiling the framework of their effort to pass a statewide moratorium on "large-scale" data centers. The House reps behind the bill represent parts of Albuquerque and Las Cruces. They said the moratorium would "prohibit new large-scale data center projects" while

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Few planes in history match the legacy of the B-17 bomber. "Officially, that was the first aircraft that the crew was able to complete 25 missions on," said Martin Burley, Loadmaster for the Sentimental Journey. "There were 12,731 built, over 5,000 lost in combat, and this

Storm chances will increase across New Mexico through the end of this week as more monsoon moisture moves into the state. The increase in moisture will also bring high temperatures back closer to normal for this time of year. Showers and thunderstorms have been popping up Tuesday afternoon across the

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The preseason recognition continues to come in for UNM All-American linebacker Jaxton Eck. He's been named to the Lombardi Award watch list as well as the Wuerffel Trophy watch list. The Lombardi Award is presented to the nation's top lineman and linebackers from across all FBS

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Eleven-year-old Albuquerque athlete Jayla Perkins is getting ready to take her talents to the international stage, as she will represent Team USA at the ICO World Combat Martial Arts Championships in France this October. For Jayla, the trip is the latest chapter in a journey that

"Sometimes you wonder if this is a four-person committee or a two-person committee," Rep. Andrea Reeb said in an interview.

The proposed contract would give Santa Fe police the ability to deploy drones ahead of — or in place of — a police officer.

Michael Magirl's DNA has been tied to a 2002 rape case

The comprehensive legislation aims to increase transparency and accountability through body cameras, an independent commission, and expanded watchdog authority, while Republicans question the timing of the reforms.

The "Better Way Forward" program in Albuquerque has helped Orel Stanley, a former homeless shelter resident, find stability and purpose through work and mentorship.

New Mexico faces a wetter monsoon stretch from Thursday through Saturday.

First responders went to the area of Four Hills Road and Rachel Road SE due to reports of one or two people in an arroyo.

A democratic socialist is in a tight race against the governor’s endorsed candidate in Wisconsin’s chaotic primary race for governor. The winn…

Frances Kava, of Deming, will run for a magistrate judge seat in Luna County, the Forward Party said in a news release.

The search for life in the rubble of Colombia’s powerful earthquake is growing more desperate as search teams push up against a key time thres…

Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs has selected a Republican-turned-independent as her running mate in a tough reelection campaign. The ticke…

Gallup investigation underway after female found deceased

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One Albuquerque family getting ready for the day Tuesday morning saw an unusual visitor at the front door: a black bear. This comes as wildlife officials said a lack of food in the mountains is bringing more wildlife down into the Metro, leading to more sightings

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Even with new leadership, new oversight, and new transparency laws, New Mexico's child welfare system continues to face serious problems. Now, state House Democrats say they want to make another run at fixing the agency, introducing a new round of sweeping reforms. For years, the promise

Santa Fe County officials ordered residents of about 10 homes on Camino del Cañon in Cundiyó to evacuate.

Fire on the Mountain is urging the U.S. Department of Energy to ship the legacy waste to a storage site in Southern New Mexico.

"In New Mexico, nothing is changing," said Dr. Miranda Durham, chief medical officer for the New Mexico Department of Health.

Health alert issued for ozone in Albuquerque until 8 p.m.

Individuals displaced after structure fire in NE Albuquerque

GALLUP, N.M. (KRQE) – KRQE News 13 has learned more about a body that was found in Gallup. On Tuesday morning, Gallup police officers responded to the area of East Aztec after hearing reports of an unresponsive female. Officers and first responders confirmed the individual was dead on scene. The

The National Park Service doesn't deny the presence of the controversial surveillance equipment, but says the cameras' purpose is to help solve something that has plagued the park for years.

Lisa Curtis, founder of a law firm specializing in medical malpractice cases, is running for a seat held by Republican Nicole Chavez.

COURT News: TAOS — The Eighth Judicial District Court announces the reintroduction of its Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Civil Mediation & Settlement Program. The program offers litigants an accessible pathway to resolve disputes outside of the courtroom. Any person who has a civil or probate matter pending in the Eighth

Smoky conditions visible today on La Senda Road in White Rock. Photo by Petr Jandacek Read More

TAOS COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – An autopsy revealed the cause of death for the Taos woman who went missing more than a year ago. A hiker found Melissa Casias' remains in May along the McGaffey Ridge in the Carson National Forest. The Office of the Medical Investigator's autopsy revealed that

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — It's that time of year when old furniture stores and former bingo halls are transformed into one-stop shops for all things Halloween. We're referring to Spirit Halloween, of course. And if you're looking for where to find them in New Mexico this year, you're in luck.

New Mexico senators will hold a listening session in Doña Ana County on Tuesday as debate over Project Jupiter continues and construction on the data center moves ahead.

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Police Department is on scene at a West Side apartment complex following a report of shots fired by a resident. Officers were dispatched to the Odyssey Apartment complex at 10600 Cibola Loop NW. Officers are now attempting to make contact with an individual inside an apartment.

Environmental advocates decried the new delay involving a challenge to the data center's plans, but developers praised the move.

A Syrian court has sentenced ousted President Bashar Assad and his brother to death in absentia for crimes against humanity during Syria's 14-…

Rep. Susan Herrera's resignation likely means Yolanda Jaramillo will be appointed to the House a couple of months early.

Russia has released an American military veteran, allowing his return to the U.S. after four years of what his family and U.S. officials alleg…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — The Albuquerque Police Department said one person is dead following a police shooting. Officers responded to an apartment on Cibola Loop several times on Tuesday, with a man saying homeless people were trying to get into his home and someone was tampering with his locks. APD

Police are asking people to shelter in place while officers try to reach a man at an Albuquerque apartment where shots were reportedly fired.

The New Mexico Goatheads need national anthem singers for home games as the team prepares for its inaugural season.

The caucus said it is optimistic about accomplishing its goals, citing support from Deb Haaland for systemic change at CYFD.

The Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office is pushing for a convicted rapist to be exhumed from the Santa Fe National Cemetery.

Elevate New Mexico received nearly $3.7 million, all from Project Jupiter develoeprs Yucca Growth Infrastructure LLC.

NMED News: SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) this week implemented a key change to its public comment portal to protect members of the public from any fraudulent use of their name in support or opposition of NMED actions. Starting this week, anyone who submits a public

Collage by Berty Skuber-Italy. Courtesy/Step Up Gallery STEP UP GALLERY News: The International Museum of Collage, Assemblage and Construction to present Visual Poetry and Color: a traveling exhibition of Collage Artists and Visual Poets from around the world . The exhibit runs from Friday, Aug. 14 to Wednesday, Sept. 16

CHAMBER News: Get ready for an exciting morning of aviation, local innovation, and hands-on fun. The Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce and Del Norte Credit Union invite the entire community to the Airport Open House & Home-Based Business Expo from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12. This high-energy,

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Ethics Commission and Elevate New Mexico, a Virginia-based corporation, have reached a settlement over claims that the corporation did not comply with the state’s Lobbyist Regulation Act. The state claimed in a lawsuit that Elevate New Mexico, violated the act when it

SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Transportation will host a free car seat fitting station for the community in Santa Fe this week. The event will be held from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday at 1353 Alta Vista Street. The event will provide parents

ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – The FBI, along with the Chaves County Sheriff’s Office and Roswell Police Department, are seeking information after three men were killed in Roswell. The FBI provided the following information about the murders: Kent Hoffmann was found dead was found in the Hondo River Channel on June

SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Santa Fe Police Department is reminding the community to be aware of bears. SFPD said there have been an increased number of bear sightings over the last few weeks throughout Santa Fe and surrounding communities. SFPD through the New Mexico of Bureau of Land

SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) — The largest Indigenous art market is back in Santa Fe. If you'll be in town during the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts Market this weekend, you'll want to take note of the various road closures and parking restrictions in place. You can find the details

The Bernalillo County Clerk's Office is encouraging community members to apply to serve as poll workers for the 2026 general election.

The Frijoles Fire is now over 6,000 acres as of Tuesday, a week after the fire started in the Pecos Wilderness in northern New Mexico.

Congo's Ebola outbreak has claimed at least 2,000 lives as it has become the fastest-growing on record. Government data shows 4,381 confirmed …

The lawn outside of Fuller Lodge was bustling Saturday afternoon as people checked out the booths in the 2026 Los Alamos Arts Council (LAAC) Arts and Crafts Fair. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Scene from the 2026 LAAC Arts and Crafts Fair Saturday on the lawn outside Fuller Lodge. Photo by

By Los Alamos Victim Assistant LAPD Strangulation is one of the most dangerous forms of physical abuse in an intimate partner relationship. It occurs when pressure is applied to a person’s neck, restricting their ability to breathe or cutting off blood flow to the brain. Even if a victim does

Posted inAlbuquerque, Elections & Politics, New Mexico Legislature #nmleg, NM Political Report, The Paper. Democrats swap candidates in key metro State House race by Pat Davis 1 hour agoAugust 11, 2026 New Mexico Democrats are swapping candidates in a key State House race in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights where they have

New Mexico Democrats are swapping candidates in a key State House race in Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights where they have their target set on unseating one of the few Republicans representing a House or Senate district in Albuquerque. This story was originally published at New Mexico Political Report, a nonprofit news

Wells Fargo Foundation has provided a $10,000 grant to Clovis Economic Development Corp., according to a CED news release. It’s the fourth consecutive year the financial institution has provided support for the operations of the business incubator program. “This sustained investment ($40,000 over four years) allows us to continue providing

TUCUMCARI -- A former Tucumcari city commissioner agreed last week to plead guilty to a felony charge of disposing of encumbered property. The plea deal will keep him out of prison. Christopher Wallace Arias, 33, of Tucumcari accepted an agreement on Aug. 5 to plead guilty to one count of

TUCUMCARI -- This was Kaitlyn Hall's last year in the 4-H program, and she ensured it would be a memorable one at the Quay County Fair. Hall, 17, of Tucumcari, swept grand champion and reserve champion honors during the market goat show at last week's fair, and she earned the

What exactly constitutes a community event and who ultimately pays for city services are questions the city of Portales hopes to answer in coming months. The Council informally agreed to form a work group to research the matter, following a presentation by City Manager Scott Mitten, who identified the need

Clovis Community College on Aug. 5 cut the ribbon on its Chase Gentry Center for workforce development. The new campus addition, created in partnership with Clovis Economic Development, honors Gentry for his longstanding commitment to advancing economic development in the region. Gentry, who died in 2021 at age 53, was

For Iyesha Pareo, life revolves around faith, family and the farm. Raised on her family's dairy in Arch, she now spends her days balancing her job at Apex Collision Center with caring for her animals, as well as being a mom to her son, Colt. Through her honor-system egg stand,

With the slow demise of local newspapers, a full generation has grown up lacking what was once a life staple — comics. As I was growing up a favorite memory was bringing the Sunday paper into my parents’ bed and getting them to read us the color comics. It was

The books listed below are now available for checkout at the Clovis-Carver Public Library. The library is open to the public, but patrons can still visit the online catalog at cloviscarverpl.booksys.net/opac/ccpl or call 575-769-7840 to request a specific item for curbside pickup. “Not What We Pictured” by Becca Kinzer. McKenna

Luncheon at Hillcrest Senior Life Center 1704 E. Seventh St., Clovis (575) 769-7908 Menu Today: Country-fried steak, parsley potatoes with country gravy, Chateau blend vegetables, whole-wheat roll with margarine, watermelon Thursday: Green chile chicken enchiladas with lettuce and tomato, pinto beans, spinach, tropical fruit salad Friday: Beef burgundy, penne pasta

August 12 On this date ... 1941: Tucumcari was preparing to host a “Yoo! Hoo! Queen Contest.” “Maybe the soldier boys are not allowed to yoo-hoo at the good-looking gals,” said Quay County Sheriff Claude Moncus, “but I see no reason why the cowhands can’t yoo-hoo if they feel like

FARWELL -- Residents of Farwell have been placed under a “severe drought” contingency plan by city officials. “Due to critical water supply conditions, all water users are required to immediately reduce non-essential water consumption,” the city posted on social media. The decision was reached Aug. 6 after the Farwell City

Little League baseball took center stage at the Aug. 6 Clovis City Commission meeting. Mayor Mike Morris and the Commission adopted a resolution declaring it Clovis Western Little League Day, honoring the city’s state championship team of 12 and 13-year-olds. The boys recently defeated Silver City, 9-7, earning the first

Today *Curry County Fair: $2 Ride Night – Curry County Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Brady Ave., Clovis. Admission: Adults (13-49) $8; seniors (50 and up) $6.75; kids (ages 6-12) $3.50; military $6.75; children 5 and under are free. 8:30 a.m. – booster dairy cattle show; 9 a.m. – dairy cattle show;

Today *City of Portales Lodger’s Tax Advisory Board – 9:30 a.m., Memorial Building, 200 E. Seventh St., Portales. Information: 575-356-6662 *Eastern Plains Council of Governments – 10 a.m., EPCOG office, 418 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-762-7714 *Friends of Clovis-Carver Public Library meeting – 11:30 a.m., Ingram Room, Clovis-Carver Public

Last week marked another birthday. By God’s grace, I am another year older and, hopefully, a little wiser. And by wiser, I don’t mean I have all the answers. I simply hope I look to Jesus more this year than I did in years past. August also reminds me just

Clovis Booked The following were recently booked into the Curry County Adult Detention Center: • Irak-Aziel Arce-Barreras, 42, failure to appear on misdemeanor charge, failure to pay fines • Mike Arrickiello, 63, failure to pay fines • Brittany Barrows, 35, criminal trespass • Alvaro Caldera, 33, failure to comply with

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Services Click Here to View Obituaries • Frances Bruhn, 77, died Aug. 5. Information: Muffley Funeral Home • Maria Garcia, 71, died Aug. 10. Information: Hansard Family Funeral Home • Vicki Kirven, 56, died Aug. 3. Information: Muffley Funeral Home • Joanne Nuckols, 90, died Aug. 8. Information: Muffley Funeral

The lightning-caused Frijoles Fire burning in the Pecos Wilderness Area continues to grow and force evacuations for parts of Santa Fe County.

Happy Love 4 Pets! Say hello to Baxter, Peggy Sue and Apple here who are all up for adoption in Albuquerque.

One person is in the hospital and at least five people are displaced after a fire Monday night at an apartment building in Albuquerque.

A Little League baseball team from Albuquerque will get another chance Tuesday to move forward in the Junior League World Series.

Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Westside Albuquerque Armed man still on the loose in Ventana Ranch, BCSO says by Kevin Hendricks 3 hours ago

On average, the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office declined to respond to dispatch calls an average of once a month in the past year. Portales’ police chief says one is too many and a regular pattern is a problem. Roosevelt County Sheriff Javier Sanchez said the issue centers around resources. And

TUCUMCARI - The troubled Tucumcari/Quay County Chamber of Commerce has been summoned to appear in magistrate court regarding possible eviction from its 60-year-old headquarters. Chamber officials have indicated, however, that they won't go down without a fight. The restitution petition hearing filed by the city of Tucumcari against the Chamber

Dr. Allan Haynes wasn't really supposed to be working at the emergency room in Clovis that weekend. His real job was at Bernalillo Medical Center in Albuquerque where he said his supervisors frowned on "moonlighting," which he was doing in the community where he grew up. On Aug. 5, Clovis

The Clovis Community College board spent much of its Aug. 5 meeting hearing a presentation on functions of its Small Business Development Center. Director Dominique Chairez said the center is one of 19 across the state and serves Curry, Roosevelt and De Baca counties. He noted the program is funded

With the Curry County Fair well under way this week and the Roosevelt County Fair poised to kick off next week, it’s only natural to be thinking of fairs. The book, “Roosevelt County History and Heritage” has a chapter written by Mary Blakley about the early roots of the Roosevelt

If you want to understand eastern New Mexico’s economy, you’ve got to go underground. Let’s start in the extreme southeastern corner of this state, home of the world-famous Carlsbad Caverns, known for its Big Room and nightly bat exodus, and the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant WIPP, where the nation buries

Economics 101 was a required subject for all freshmen when I went to college back in the day, and the iron clad law of supply and demand was chiseled into my brain housing group despite my sluggish study habits. If the supply of a commodity decreases, and the demand remains

Relying on government for anything essential seems foolish. It certainly never works out well. Most of the western parts of America, including our local area, suffer water shortages created by government policies. The solutions government imposes won’t solve the problem, either, but will only cause more problems. New York City

Tickets for University of New Mexico Lobo football games are now on sale as the team is in its second week of fall camp.

The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is investigating a report of a "heavily armed" man who was seen walking around a northwest Albuquerque neighborhood.

The monsoon/heat high is continuing to pull in more monsoon moisture and temperatures will come down just a bit for most of us in New Mexico.

TUCUMCARI – The city will host its second Route 66-themed festival in a month — this time, the Tucumcari Route 66 Festival on Friday and Saturday. The festival at the Tucumcari Convention Center at 1500 W. Route 66 Blvd. will be from noon to 7 p.m. on Friday and 10

TUCUMCARI — A proposal to use a billboard at a prominent city crossroads to advertise local events failed to garner any support on Aug. 5 during the city’s Lodgers Tax Advisory Board meeting. Board Secretary Al Patel proposed “a public-private partnership” using the billboard near First Street and Route 66

TUCUMCARI – The Odeon Theatre in Tucumcari will be part of a 2,400-mile rollout for “Route 66: The Main Street of America,” a full-length documentary about the highway during its centennial year. Tucumcari is one of about 40 cities on Route 66 that will host screenings of the movie this

TUCUMCARI -- Thanks to the opening this week of a second location, the waiting list here for daycare got smaller. About 40 area and state leaders held a ceremonial ribbon-cutting Saturday for Turquoise Child Development Center West at 1300 S. Sixth St., housed in a former church. The facility opened

Tucumcari High School's volleyball team had just five days between the first day of official practice Monday and its first match against visiting Fort Sumner at 3 p.m. Saturday. However, coach Dana Benavidez, in her 11th season at THS, said she thinks her Lady Rattlers are up for that challenge

Frijoles Fire Map. Courtesy/SFNF SFNF News: Start Date: Aug. 4, 2026 Cause: Lightning Size: 6,214 acres Containment: 0% Fuels: Ponderosa Timber, dead & down. Strategy: Full suppression Location: Steep terrain 5 miles west of Sierra Mosca, 3 miles southeast of Cundiyo, NM. The fire is in the Espanola Ranger Read

By GEORGE MORSE Sports and Outdoors Los Alamos Daily Post The State Game and Fish Department stocked a total of 27,667 rainbow trout weighing 9,446 pounds. Most of the stocking will now be in Northern New Mexico. Elephant Butte Reservoir is down to 1.4 percent of its capacity. Streamflow in

Westbound Interstate 40 is back open after a semi-truck hit a cow and rolled over west of Albuquerque, near the Route 66 Casino Hotel.

Update: Local Option Gross Receipts Tax items were left off the Roswell City Council agenda for Thursday's meeting due to a clericial error. These items will be resche…

Hooks & The Huckleberries were the headliner for the Summer Concert held Friday at Ashley Pond Park featuring Adam Hooks-manager on guitar, Dustin Hoag on the drums, Jesse Mortensen on bass, Ken Easton on the keys/mandolin and Marshall Broyles on Electric guitar. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com The 2026 Rodeo Royalty

COUNTY News: The Community Services Department, in partnership with Groundwork Studio, has completed the initial public listening sessions for the Grand Canyon Playground project. The next community engagement meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, at Fire Station #3 in White Rock. Community participation is an important

Mutton busting on second day of Los Alamos Rodeo. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com Steer roping competition on second day of Los Alamos Rodeo. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com Rodeo clown on second day of Los Alamos Rodeo. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com Roper goes after steer on second day of Los Alamos

NMWF News: Leaders of the New Mexico Wildlife Federation and other conservation organizations will discuss the evolution of their support for the SunZia project Aug. 12 in Albuquerque at the NMWF’s monthly Wildlife Wednesday presentation. The free event also will feature a video presentation on the project by Bryan Rogala,

Finishing touches took place at Chamisa Elementary School in White Rock ahead of the first day of school. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen Several trees wait to be planted at Chamisa Elementary. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen Progress is being made on remaining projects at Chamisa Elementary School. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen

COURT News: FARMINGTON — A new court program serving San Juan County offers help to people with severe mental illness who have repeatedly failed to adhere to treatment on a voluntary basis. The Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) program launched last month in the Eleventh Judicial District Court allows family members,

Rosco is the whole package: ridiculously smart, ridiculously sweet, 40 pounds of easygoing, eager-to-please perfection. He’s house trained, crate trained, wonderful with other dogs, loves walks and adventures—and has the cutest sploot this side of the Mississippi. He’s spent the past eight weeks crushing it in our Paws in the

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News Rep. Stansbury visits Roadrunner Food Bank, warns of rising child hunger by Kevin Hendricks 6 hours agoAugust 11, 2026

By Kevin Hendricks and Julian Paras, The Paper. — U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury, a Democrat from New Mexico, toured Roadrunner Food Bank on Aug. 10, warning that federal cuts have stripped food assistance from more than 21,000 New Mexicans, about half of them children, since October. Stansbury said the drop

COUNTY News: Camp May Road will be closed to all access, Mondays through Thursdays, Aug. 17 to Sept. 3 while crews install fiber optic cables. “We continue to have cars, bikers, and hikers accessing Camp May Road during periods of closure. This time, we will have to close the gate

LAPS math teachers participate in the Kansas Math Project (KMP) foundational training. Courtesy /LAPS A LAPS math teacher attending the additional KMP facilitator training. Courtesy/LAPS LAPS News: Forty-seven Los Alamos Public Schools math teachers got a jump start on the Kansas Math Project (KMP) by attending a two-day KMP foundational

COUNTY News: Los Alamos County’s Parks and Recreation Board is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 13, at 1000 Central Avenue in Room 110. The agenda has been published and can be found here . Read More

Rodeo Queen holds American flag high during National Anthem. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com Rodeo Clown helps with mutton busting on first day of Los Alamos Rodeo. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com Rider gets ready to lasso steer. Photo by Tomás Redondo/ladailypost.com Barrel racing on first day of Los Alamos Rodeo. Photo

President Donald Trump likes to say he started his war with Iran after 50 years of economic pressure failed to stop its nuclear weapons ambitions.

Albuquerque - The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of a heavily armed male walking in the area of Ventana Ranch in Northwest Albuquerque. According to information provided by BCSO, the subject is described as a white male in his late 30s to early 40s, wearing all black clothing.

The proposal also includes language allowing the use of third-party data taken from satellite readings or other sources outside of state agencies in identifying such emissions.

Notably, the proposal would establish a “Super Emitter Program” that would define such a facility as one emitting at least 50 kilograms per hour in a single event. The proposal also includes language allowing the use of third-party data taken from satellite readings or other sources outside of state agencies

Santa Fe County resident Cynthia Weehler raised the issue during a Wednesday, Aug. 5, town hall held by the U.S. Department of Energy in Hobbs to give a public update on operations at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant.

The mural is a community-driven art project of Artesia Clean and Beautiful, an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful and New Mexico Clean and Beautiful.

The mural, the last of three paintings spanning the decades-old wall that sits along JJ Clarke Drive across the street from the Eagle Draw flood control channel, depicts significant events, local landmarks, and scenes of everyday life in Artesia.

Future Bulldogs attend football camp on Friday.

Originally from Bandara, Texas and a graduate of Texas A&M University, Petty and her husband, Brian, primarily work at the ranch full time. She is present for most all of the La Feliz Montana Ranch breedings, births, and early development. She works daily in her veterinarian office located onsite, which

Public invited to attend noon auction with 300 available horses A total of 300 quarter horses and thoroughbreds consigned by breeders across the state will be sold at the annual New Mexico-bred Horse Sale at the Ruidoso Horse Sales Pavilion on Saturday, Aug. 15 starting at noon. “This may be

Victoria Garcia, 12, has faced enough agonizing health challenges to crush the spirit of a life-toughened grown-up much less a 12-year-old. But the young Carlsbad resident battles on, coping with every obstacle life hands her.

Murray and his wife, Janis, are the “MJ” in MJ Farms. The couple arrived in New Mexico around the turn of the century after having raised horses in Utah because the money and opportunity in horse racing was better here.

Consider Rabbi Feldman, who had been having trouble with his congregation. It seemed they could agree upon nothing, and controversy filled the air until the Sabbath itself became an area of conflict, and unhappiness filled the synagogue.

Bottomless Lakes State Park, located 15 miles southeast of Roswell, is a series of eight lakes surrounded by rocky red buffs.

The museum, known officially as the International UFO Museum and Research Center and Gift Shop, opened to visitors in 1992.

he Roswell location of the restaurant, its second, opened April 2 at 401 Richardson Ave.

Isn’t it tragic that some people go through life so negative and sour and bitter? And if you don’t watch out, they will infect you with their thinking.

Mashed potatoes are one of the ultimate comfort foods, but they become something truly special when transformed into an interactive Mashed Potato Bar. Perfect for entertaining, this build-your-own feast lets guests customize their potatoes with colorful toppings, savory gravies, and bold Southwest flavors.

The Cobb salad was born in 1937 at Hollywood’s famed Brown Derby Restaurant.

At Bataan Lake, catfishing conditions were good using nightcrawlers. Largemouth bass conditions were fair using shallow-driving crankbaits.

This delight serves six people.

Near Truth or Consequences at Elephant Butte Lake, fishing was fair to good for largemouth bass and white bass when using a white shad lure.

Hoping to balance the one-sided propaganda about socialism coming from the media and candidates running for offices as socialists, Fox News has conducted interviews with people who once lived under these systems. The testimonies are a powerful rebuke to those who believe socialism is the answer to every problem.

We see again and again that the state Children Youth and Families Department doesn’t just have staffing and program issues, its decision makers come up short on common sense and common decency.

Recently, a reporter asked what the actual cost of the train is to average New Mexicans.

The HelpLine expands access to justice by connecting callers directly with trained court experts sole focus is providing direction to those who represent themselves in court and individuals with questions about a legal matter.

Trip Jennings On Saturday, a common question about journalism came up at a friend’s birthday party as the last fingers of daylight tapered into night. “Are journalists objective?” a man asked, his tone friendly. A fellow journalist and I looked at each other, hesitated, then almost at the same time

Gina Levi spends her days bringing food, water and pet supplies to homeless dogs in Albuquerque, often making trips to the area twice a day.

Albuquerque Fire Rescue used a ladder to pull one person from about 4 feet of water in an arroyo Monday night after they got stuck under a bridge.

A memorial was held Monday night for Dante Conley, who was murdered on Saturday at his home on the1100 block of Arizona Street.

Belen football enters a new classification and district with 17 seniors back after a 7-5 season and a trip to the Class 5A quarterfinals.

Albuquerque High starts its 2026 football season after a 5 to 5 year, and players say they want to end a playoff drought that has lasted more than two decades.

Republican members of the New Mexico House’s Epstein-related special subcommittee are blasting the panel’s process after they say a reference to Democrat gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland’s 2014 flight aboard an Epstein-connected aircraft was removed from the interim report without their knowledge or approval. Reps. Andrea Reeb, R-Clovis, and Bill Hall,

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is conducting checkpoints throughout the state this hunting and fishing season to collect biological data and detect w…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority is seeking proposals from organizations to help manage Rooted in New Mexico, a new workforce initiative under the Rural…

Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico (HSSNM) Director Amy McVay-Tellez is pictured admiring some memorabilia from the championship inside the HSSNM Museum. In A…

The fascinating story of a real-life ghostbuster

A good crowd of gardeners and plant lovers turned out Saturday morning for the Gila Native Plant Society’s annual native plant sale — not just to find something new for their landscapes, but to learn as well. “We’ve had a steady flow, and it’s been wonderful,” said Sheila Williams, one

When college students head back to campus for the fall semester, more of them will have guaranteed access to abortion medication. Colorado recently joined California, Illinois, Massachusetts and New York in requiring public colleges and universities to provide abortion medication to students on campus or arrange to make it available

Two Democratic New Mexico state lawmakers pitched a panel of their colleagues on taking up a data center moratorium in the 2027 legislative session.

A group of New Mexico advocates unveiled a billboard near Santa Fe on Tuesday that urges the federal Department of Energy to quickly move dozens of barrels full of radioactive waste away from wildfire danger to relative safety underground.

Democratic leaders in the New Mexico House of Representatives on Tuesday announced their child well-being priorities for next year’s legislative session, most of which centered around reforming the state’s troubled child welfare agency.

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump covertly traveled across Europe in a military plane in July after Iran threatened his life, according to a bombshell report Monday night by The Washington Post that revealed press and White House officials remained on a decoy Air Force One. The extraordinary episode unfolded July

On June 11, ICE agents trailed a car into the parking lot of Commodore John Rodgers Elementary/Middle School in Baltimore. For the family riding in that car, an everyday school drop off quickly devolved into chaos. ICE agents pulled Jesus Acevedo Sanchez from the vehicle, pinned him to the ground

The New Mexico State Ethics Commission on Tuesday announced it had reached a settlement agreement with Elevate New Mexico, the Virginia-based corporation behind pro-Project Jupiter mailers and social media ads.

The Democratic Party of New Mexico falsely accused Greg Cunninghan of calling two Americans killed by ICE "collateral damage."

The hospital is expected to open a new cardiac catheterization in July 2027 to expand access to quick and critical care in Northern New Mexico.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck western Colombia, killing at least 111 people and damaging hundreds of buildings. President Abe…

Popular clothing retailers are offering in-store repairs and hosting sewing workshops as they try to appeal to young consumers looking to save…

The finding undermines a key rationale for accelerating plutonium pit production at Los Alamos National Laboratory.

A former leader of a Northern Arizona University fraternity has pleaded guilty to hazing a pledge who died. Twenty-year-old Carter Eslick ente…

As much of Northern New Mexico remains in severe drought, storm chances are expected to increase later in the week.

A buyer never materialized, and the more time passed, the more Barbara Briggs felt the pull to reopen the popular store.

Realty Capital Residential began construction in June on The Piñon at Cerrillos, a 194-unit project at 3471 Cerrillos Road.

The talk around AI is about reducing headcount to increase shareholder wealth, but Biscochito plans to use it to grow worker wealth.

John Berkenfield joins the latest "Conversations Different" podcast to reflect on his 40 years of volunteering at Santa Fe Indian Market.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says the contiguous United States set a record for its hottest month ever in July. Last mo…

A yacht owned by Mark Zuckerberg didn’t respond immediately to a call for help from a skiff that ran out of fuel off the coast of Alaska, but …

The World Health Organization says the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak started in February, months before it was officially declared in May. Th…

The driver of a speedboat that capsized in New York Harbor over the weekend, killing a 27-year-old woman and her infant daughter, has been cha…

U.S. health officials want food manufacturers to provide more information about new additives and ingredients. Under a proposal announced Mond…

A 30-year-old man was shot in the 500 block of East Ninth Street late Sunday night in Clovis, police said. The victim, whose name was not released, suffered “multiple gunshot wounds to his abdomen,” Police Capt. Roman Romero said. He was transported to Plains Regional Medical Center for treatment, then

A teenager was arrested Sunday afternoon, accused of shooting at a woman he’d been arguing with. Noah Gonzalez, 18, is charged with shooting at or from a motor vehicle. A police incident report shows he was with an 18-year-old woman in his car when they began to argue and Gonzalez

Posted inCity Desk ABQ, Local Government, NM.news Council tees up ballot question to reduce mayor’s control over two big city jobs by Jesse Jones August 10, 2026August 11, 2026

Posted inBernalillo County, City Desk ABQ, Local Government, NM.news Should taxpayers fund campaigns? Bernalillo County vote could send question to voters by Jesse Jones August 10, 2026August 10, 2026

Albuquerque - On August 9th, 2026, the Albuquerque Police Department received a call about an Door Dash driver in distress. The driver claimed she had been shot at while delivering to an apartment. The incident began at 1119 Mary Ellen ST NE when 31-year-old Nathan Burks ordered something then fired

President Donald Trump is scoffing at Iran's demands that the U.S. pay for devastation caused by five months of war.

Bataan Lake: The most recent report was received on July 30. At that time, fishing for catfish was good when using nightcrawlers and fair for largemouth bass when usin…

New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association (NMCGA) announces the 2026 Heritage Buckle winner for the Southeast Region. "The future of agriculture is in capable hands. Ever…

Updates will be posted throughout the week.

People interested in learning about data centers being planned within Roswell and Chaves County are invited to attend a public meeting hosted by the Roswell-Chaves Cou…

Guest commentary by Paul Gessing — Recently, Stephanie Schardin Clarke, New Mexico Secretary of Taxation and Revenue, wrote an article slamming Republican efforts to eliminate New Mexico’s personal income tax. She makes numerous points, but they boil down to two: 1) We simply should not cut taxes, especially for the

Corner to Corner by Columnist Diane D. Denish — Recently, I listened to the historical fiction novel The Frozen River, based on the life of Martha Ballard. Her life is chronicled in The Midwife’s Diary, which won the Pulitzer Prize in 1991. From 1785 to 1812, Ballard recorded the weather

We could discuss endlessly why a state with the well-deserved nickname the "Land of Enchantment" has undergone one of the greatest periods of population stagnation in its over 400 year history. Instead let's focus on one aspect of that stagnation impacting our politics. That would be how folks here are

New Mexico officials on Monday warned that smoke from the Frijoles Fire and other wildfires burning in the state poses health risks, particularly to the elderly and those with respiratory illnesses.

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Monday signed a sweeping executive order that aims to reshape guidance surrounding childhood vaccines, standing alongside Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and was met with immediate pushback. The order — which calls on federal programs and funding to “support maximal

The majority of New Mexico’s tribe, nation and pueblo land could be ripe for exploring geothermal energy, an energy expert told a panel of state lawmakers Monday.

A group of leading anti-abortion organizations sent a letter to newly confirmed U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche urging him to review the U.S. Department of Justice’s authority to use a 150-year-old anti-obscenity law to prevent people from obtaining abortion medication or other related materials through the mail. Advancing American Freedom,

A recent hearing meant to inform the public about a new uranium mine proposal near Church Rock instead exposed wounds around the legacy of mining’s impacts on Navajo communities, as well as fresh concerns about whether technology that promises to safely extract the mineral is as clean as the industry

Advocates allege the utility's executives have flouted laws while trying to make the private equity firm's acquisition "too big to fail."

Amid hot and dry conditions, the fire is expected to "exhibit active behavior" Sunday, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

Collin Terrazas barricaded himself in a parking lot on Lang Avenue Northeast for several hours before police took him into custody. He is suspected of killing Dante Conley on Saturday.

Having won every statewide election since 2017, they bear the burden of running mistake-free campaigns to continue the streak.

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is escalating his fight with the U.S. Department of Justice over Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch files, filing a federal lawsuit that seeks access to unredacted investigative records tied to Epstein’s alleged crimes in New Mexico. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Elections & Politics, NM Political Report Here’s why both of New Mexico’s senators voted against Todd Blanche for Trump’s Atty General by Pat Davis August 8, 2026

By a one vote margin, 50-49, the United States Senate voted early Saturday morning to approve President Donald Trump’s nomination of Todd Blanche, his former personal attorney and acting attorney general, to be the permanent Attorney General of the United States. Todd’s nomination was opposed by every Democrat and two

By MIKAELA JOHNSON Daily Press Correspondent Cobre Consolidated School District students returned to the classroom on Monday, and newly hired Superintendent Verenice Gutierrez joined some of them. During a trip to C.C. Snell Middle School on Wednesday, Gutierrez introduced herself to students in several classrooms, sitting in on lessons and

As parents and caregivers prepare for another school year, packing a nutritious lunch is often at the top of the daily to-do list. We carefully choose sandwiches, frui…

Posted inElections & Politics, New Mexico Statewide News Get an early look at new ads national Democrats just launched to protect Vasquez in 2nd Congressional race by Pat Davis August 7, 2026

New Mexicans in Albuquerque’s Westside and most of southern New Mexico are getting an early taste this week of the political ads set to take over the airwaves and digital devices through November. The national Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) said this week they are launching a new ad campaign

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health officials in several states are investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella infections li…

ALBUQUERQUE — The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is $3.92 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel as of Thursday, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas …

SANTA FE — The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is providing free nutritious meals and snacks to thousands of New Mexicans at participating child care centers…

Military GPS jamming allegedly caused plane crash that killed four crew members and sparked $37.7 million wildfire

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News NM lawmakers demand answers from Pentagon after fatal medical flight crash and wildfire by Jesse Jones August 6, 2026

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — New Mexico’s congressional delegation, led by Sen. Martin Heinrich, demands answers from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after military GPS jamming allegedly caused a medical plane crash, killing four crew members and igniting a 32,000-acre wildfire that cost taxpayers $37.7 million. Just before midnight May

Posted inCity Desk ABQ, Local Government, NM.news Bill to restrict cannabis, smoke shop locations goes up in smoke by Jesse Jones August 6, 2026August 6, 2026

Posted inCity Desk ABQ, Local Government, NM.news New protections approved for ABQ workers speaking up at City Hall by Jesse Jones August 6, 2026August 6, 2026

Meta has been ordered to pay $567 million into a New Mexico abatement fund after a judge found the company’s platforms contributed to the youth mental health crisis in the state, marking another major blow to Big Tech in a growing wave of child safety litigation. The order, reported by

The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is now $4.06 for a gallon of regular unleaded as of Thursday, July 30, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch.…

SANTA FE — Friday marked the final day of a decade of service in the New Mexico House of Representatives for Representative Joanne Ferrary (D-Las Cruces). The represen…

A new bridge over the Felix River just this side of Hagerman has been completed and opened for the first time. The bridge will shorten the distance to points south and…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Supreme Court on Tuesday announced a new way for law school graduates to become licensed to practice law in the state by working under the su…

A drug-resistant fungus that can be deadly in health care settings has been confirmed in 23 states — and Texas has reported more cases than any other state.

NEW YORK — Kay Granger, a Texas Republican who was the first woman from her party to chair the U.S. House of Representatives’ powerful Appropriations Committee, has di…

A newly released preliminary report offers the clearest picture yet of the deadly Colorado wildfire that killed four firefighters, including Arizona firefighter Nichol…

Brigadier General Jack R. Fox passed away on July 18.

Roswell’s Ward 2 City Councilor Will Cavin has submitted his formal resignation from the city council to return to the Chaves County Commission, effective Aug. 14.

Chaves County Commissioners have decided to schedule two public hearings about the proposed Local Option Gross Receipts Tax, which would require voter approval on the …

It’s never too early to start looking at colleges. Some kids even start looking at the next step in their junior year of high school. Senior year is a bittersweet time…

Alyssa Begay's growing concern over the rapid expansion of AI data centers across the country has driven her to push for action before similar developments reach the N…

Tribes and environmentalists are trying to figure out how to restore extra protections to nearly 3 million acres of federal land in southeastern Utah after President D…

A Mexican cartel leader was reportedly arrested after allegedly ordering the killing of a 23-year-old influencer who was shot to death while livestreaming from a Mexic…

(This story was updated to add new information.) About two dozen employees with KRIS 6 News were laid off Aug. 4, according to a producer at the news station. A spokes…

WASHINGTON — A SpaceX rocket piece floating in space since last year smashed into the moon at high speed early Wednesday morning, joining the ranks of meteoroids, wayw…

An El Paso man accused of stabbing his mother to death told detectives that he hated her and was "triggered" during an argument at a South-Central area home, court doc…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A historic Catholic church in Grant County is officially no more, after years of no services and deterioration of the building. A press release from St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church this week announced that the Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pinos Altos is

By MIKAELA JOHNSON Daily Press Correspondent High temperatures and a lack of moisture have created an increase in suburban bear sightings this summer, and residents of the Little Walnut area near the base of Gomez Peak have noticed frequent visits from a new furry friend. “We’ve lived in this house

Commentary by Stephanie Shardin Clarke — Recently, some New Mexico lawmakers urged Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to call a special session and eliminate New Mexico’s personal income tax outright. On its face, it sounds fair — especially to New Mexico’s working families. Don’t be fooled: it’s the lowest-earning New Mexicans

By Kevin Hendicks and Jesse Jones, The Paper. — The Survivors’ Truth Commission — formally the House Special Investigatory Committee — presented its interim report Wednesday at the State Capitol, outlining its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch near Stanley and hearing survivor testimony. The report details how Epstein operated

By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico’s top prosecutor is taking the U.S. Department of Justice to federal court, accusing the agency of blocking access to unredacted Epstein investigative files the state says it needs to finish a criminal probe of Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch. Attorney General Raúl Torrez filed the complaint

A taxpayer-funded New Mexico House special committee created to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s activities at Zorro Ranch has released its long-awaited interim report — and after months of work, a large outside legal team, 20 subpoenas, and access to more than 100,000 records, the panel produced virtually nothing New Mexicans did

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez has hitched his reelection campaign to a full-blown radical anti-ICE activist in a new left-wing video attacking Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham, a former Marine, police officer, and undercover detective. The video, posted directly by Vasquez on X and credited to Courier New Mexico, features Ben

SANTA FE — Registration for the 48th Annual New Mexico Conference on Aging is now open through Aug. 31.

In a press release on Tuesday, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that 41 rural health care providers and facilities will receive a combined $50 million in state fu…

First Tee launches unique homeschool program

NM Museum of Natural History & Science researchers identify new bird-like dinosaur species in Northwest New Mexico

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The town’s advisory group for the Silver City Museum conducted a brainstorming session during their meeting Monday night to help determine what topics they should delve into in the coming months, when a proposed change to town code would also make the group the

GRANTS, N.M. – If you received electric service from Continental Divide Electric Cooperative in 1991 and/or 2022, you may be owed money.In November 2024, CDEC…

New Food Services, Security Upgrades, and Mesa View Grand Opening Amerika Rougemont, ReporterGRANTS, N.M. -The Grants Cibola County Schools board meeting…

GRANTS, N.M. Last week, we explored how New Mexico's uranium boom gave rise to Uranium Capital Speedway, a volunteer-built dirt track that became a gathering…

Tiger Muskie fishing continues as school begins BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – August opened with Bluewater Lake still offering fair-togood tiger muskie fishing,…

Rugged West fundraiser will support a Cibola County child facing a terminal or critical illness GRANTS, N.M. – Players will get muddy for more than…

Phillip JaramilloPhillip Jaramillo, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully in his hometown of Grants…

By Kevin Hendricks The Survivors’ Truth Commission — formally the House Special Investigatory Committee — meets Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 1 p.m. in State Capitol Room 307 to present an interim report and walk through its mission investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch near Stanley. The revised Aug. 3 agenda calls

Former New Mexico House Majority Leader Sheryl Williams Stapleton’s federal corruption trial opened this week with a stunning defense: she may have taken money that did not belong to her, but her attorney argued she did not steal from taxpayers. Stapleton, once one of the most powerful Democrats in the

DEMING — State Representative Jenifer Jones (R-Deming) announced that new groundwater well drilling connected to border wall construction in Southern New Mexico has be…

ALBUQUERQUE — On Friday, the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), through the Bureau of Reclamation, (Reclamation) released their final Environmental Impact Statemen…

WASHINGTON — On July 24, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $30 million in grant funding, under EPA’s Real Water Technical Assistance Initiative,…

Stephanie Garcia Richard became the new candidate for New Mexico Lieutenant Governor last week after members of the Democratic Party’s of New Mexico’s State Central Co…

A man was detained by Roswell police behind Kass Plaza after officers sprinted from behind the Roswell Daily Record area toward the plaza on Monday afternoon. Accordin…

Sneaker enthusiasts gathered outside Kingswell Nob Hill Friday morning for the exclusive early release of Nike’s new “Hatch Chile” SB Dunk Low, a shoe inspired by New …

By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico’s attorney general says he’ll take the U.S. Department of Justice to federal court if it doesn’t hand over records tied to his fentanyl investigation by Aug. 17 — records DOJ says his office never had a legal right to request in the first place. The

UPDATE: The ABQ City Council Monday evening said the panel has "dismissed" the proposed increase in the gross receipts tax. Affordability is the buzzword for the '26 campaign but that falls on deaf ears among some members of the ABQ City Council. Two councilors in particular, Council President Klarissa Peña,

Federal agents carrying out a drug trafficking raid near Albuquerque reportedly discovered far more than narcotics and weapons inside a South Valley home: they also found dozens of snakes, including some of the most dangerous venomous reptiles in the world. According to a report from People, citing KOAT Action News

A Las Cruces man with a prior felony conviction has been charged in federal court after authorities say he fired multiple rounds at the front entrance of a Catholic church, later allegedly telling investigators he carried out the act because of his religious beliefs and because he believed he was

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján’s campaign appears to be in full-blown manufactured fundraising panic mode, sending a barrage of increasingly dramatic emails warning supporters that Democrats could “throw in the towel,” “kiss their chances” of taking the Senate goodbye, and even claiming survey data could become “invalid” if recipients do

ALBUQUERQUE — A broadband project designed to keep communities connected during environmental disasters in Ruidoso and surrounding Lincoln County begins construction t…

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is accepting public comments on the proposed implementation of a Special Recreation Permit for birding and hunting guiding outfitter…

SANTA FE — Attorney General Raúl Torrez on Tuesday announced that the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) has filed a civil lawsuit against the New Mexico Childre…

Bataan Lake: Fishing for catfish was good when using nightcrawlers and fair for largemouth bass when using shallow-diving crankbaits.

SANTA FE — There’s still time for New Mexico children to get required back-to-school vaccinations for free at clinics statewide through Aug. 29.

Commentary by Robert Lujan, Albuquerque — As a decade long Local 214 executive board member, I worked to elect Democrats alongside the larger brotherhood I proudly support as they push for permitting reform. My brothers in the trades need common sense leadership at the federal and local levels… now. Commentary

There's something rewarding about stepping outside and picking a fresh tomato, snipping a few herbs for dinner or watching a pepper plant you've nurtured produce its f…

Argon Medical issues correction for convenience kits containing Spectra Medical Device lidocaine ampules

The Keep Roswell Beautiful Board might be dissolved.

Brantley Spear, a student at Berrendo Middle School and a member of the Diamond-H 4-H Club, wrangles his steer "Noah" around the arena while competing in the Chaves Co…

Friday, July 31 *Blood drive — 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bloodmobile, Roosevelt County Safety...Read More

Luna County has been awarded more than $9.1 million through a state grant program to upgrade electrical infrastructure in Deming, a project aimed at e...

The Luna County Sheriff’s Office is in the early stages of an investigation into the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old Deming resident early Sunday mor...

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. & New Mexico Political Report — State Senate Republicans want New Mexico’s Epstein Truth Commission to put two of the state’s most prominent Democrats under oath — gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland and U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury — and they’re warning the commission’s credibility is on

Pat Davis, The Paper. & New Mexico Political Report— A Sandia Pueblo plan to claim control over about 10,000 acres of national forest, wilderness and public recreation areas on the western slope of the Sandia Mountains – known as the T’uf Shur Bien Preservation Trust Area – will not be

The weeks-long inter party fight to choose a lieutenant governor nominee ended just where the state Democrat Party’s gubernatorial nominee wanted it. With 477 votes cast from the party’s 500 State Central Committee members, outgoing Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard bested State Senator Harold Pope 53%-46%. The Haaland-Garcia Richard ticket

The New Mexico Court of Appeals denied an appeal by former New Mexico Republican Party treasurer and perennial candidate Kimberly Skaggs to be released from jail pending trial following her arrest for th the fatal hit-and-run death of a bicyclist in Doña Ana County. A district court judge had ordered

Democrat Deb Haaland’s campaign is sounding the alarm after a Republican-backed poll showed New Mexico’s race for governor far closer than many political insiders expected. In a fundraising email sent Thursday afternoon, Haaland told supporters she had “just got our newest poll,” calling it “a tough one.” “It shows us

New Mexico Democrats have officially chosen Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard as their new lieutenant governor nominee, ending weeks of internal party maneuvering after Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver abruptly left the race. Garcia Richard announced Thursday morning that the Democratic Party of New Mexico’s State Central Committee had

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is facing new scrutiny after a report revealed his social media accounts posted New Mexico district content while he was actually traveling to Alaska on a privately sponsored backpacking trip tied to a conservation dark money group led by a Democratic mega-donor. The Santa Fe New

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During the COVID epidemic, Patricia (Patti) and Stanley Silver, a well-known couple in Beverly Hills, California, commissioned the construction of a miniature pre-revo…

BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – Fishing continued at Bluewater Lake this week, with boats on the water Saturday and at least one reported muskie catch. New Mexico State…

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. The New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) faces a lawsuit following the July incident of a 15-year-old U.S. citizen traveling alone toward the Mexican border. The state agency maintains that its decision to pursue reunification with the youth’s mother took legal precedence, while

A controversial national Muslim advocacy group with a long history of alleged terror ties is praising Santa Fe Archbishop John C. Wester after the Catholic prelate issued a statement supporting a proposed mosque and community center in Albuquerque’s North Valley. The Council on American-Islamic Relations, or CAIR, released a statement

If they're going to move the New Mexico presidential primary to February 15, 2008 instead of holding it late in the nominating cycle in June, how about a favorite son candidate (or is it favorite daughter now)? As the fourth state to go up to bat under a Democratic National

All three of New Mexico’s Democrat members of the U.S. House voted against a bill to restrict congressional stock trading, even as public frustration grows over lawmakers profiting while in office. The House passed H.R. 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act, on July 22 by a vote of 232-198. Every

The Trump administration told a federal judge earlier this month that the Trump administration had deliberately canceled grants in “Blue States” who had awarded their electoral votes to Kamala Harris and/or “has two Democratic-caucusing Senators.” A number of grants to New Mexico energy projects were included, the government now admits.

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. New Mexico could leapfrog nearly every other state in choosing the next Democratic presidential nominee. The DNC’s Rules and Bylaws Committee voted Friday to recommend New Mexico as the fourth state to vote in the 2028 primary calendar, putting Hispanic, Native American and border-state voters

A 22-year-old former military man is behind bars after investigators say he stabbed his naked roommate more than two dozen times while the man slept inside an RV in Anthony, New Mexico. Alejandro Mustafat was arrested July 15 and booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center following the July

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New Mexico’s troubled Children, Youth and Families Department is facing new outrage after a 15-year-old American citizen from Doña Ana County was reportedly removed from foster care, driven across state lines, and dropped off at an El Paso border crossing to reunite with his estranged mother in Mexico despite past

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

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

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

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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...

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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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...

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

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

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...

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

It has been 46 years since one of the deadliest prison riots in U.S. history. It all happened here in New Mexico.

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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 ...

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

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

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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...

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,...

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The old New Mexico State Penitentiary, site of a deadly 1980 riot, remains a chilling reminder of past horrors, with eerie occurrences suggesting the spirits of those who perished may still linger.

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Strong storms with heavy rain are possible in central New Mexico, including Albuquerque, on Tuesday.

One reason many balloonists fly in Albuquerque is because of the Albuquerque Box. Here's the science behind the famous wind pattern.

Zozobra has burned for nearly a century. It's a tradition that dates back to 1924 in Santa Fe. Here's a look at what Zozobra has looked like dating back to the 1940's.

One reason many balloonists fly in Albuquerque is because of the Albuquerque Box. Here's the science behind the famous wind pattern.