The plaintiff, James Ellison, said he was still considering whether to file an appeal with the New Mexico Supreme Court.

The Feb. 23 preliminary examination was waived for a man suspected of a drunken‑driving crash that killed a Cortez nurse who worked at Northern Navajo Medical Center. Evidence that would have been presented during the hearing showed that the blood‑alcohol content of Casey Wade Russell was 0.24 g/100 mL, which

Semi-truck rams into his vehicle, authorities report

Temperatures could hit 80 degrees in Albuquerque and near 90 degrees in eastern New Mexico this week, bringing early spring warmth and heightened wildfire danger

MCKINLEY COUNTY, N.M. —McKinley County District Attorney Bernadine Martin has decided to resign from her role.The resignation comes after months of efforts to oust her from the publicly elected role. Martin was expected to go to trial in the New Mexico Supreme Court regarding her position.AdvertisementThe state Supreme Court oversaw

A plea agreement could be forthcoming in the case of a man who allegedly hit and killed a pedestrian, while on probation for DWI. Alvin Paul, 69, was charged with leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in the death of Alex Shirley, a fourth-degree felony. Paul was also

President touts a booming economy and new health care plans, as NM lawmakers boycott his address

By LISA JIMENEZ Daily Press Correspondent The year 2025 was an eventful one for the town of Silver City, with the on-time, under-budget completion of the new Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Community Recreation Center, the early retirement of longtime Town Manager Alex Brown, Town Council elections, a new 10-year

Attorney General Raúl Torrez plans to work with new legislative truth-finding commission

Lujan Grisham says no special session in the works after lawmakers pass high-profile bills

A California-based company wanted to purchase city-owned property for its support tower

Former Interior secretary would raise minimum wage, ban rent fixing and invest in renewable energy if elected

World-renowned French composer's emails detail close ties with disgraced financier

Bernadine Martin, the embattled district attorney for McKinley County, announced her resignation Thursday, just days before the state Supreme Court was slated to consider a petition by Attorney General Raúl Torrez to remove her from office. The Supreme Court accepted a settlement between the New Mexico Department of Justice and

Early-morning burglary draws bipartisan condemnation, raises concerns about possible political motives

Delisting lifts special federal rules to avoid disruptions to the birds' habitat, which includes New Mexico

Late-January homicide left a 17-year-old boy dead, teenage girl injured

SUNLAND PARK – London Bridge will be looking for his second stakes victory when he heads to the starting gate Saturday for the 62rd edition of the $190,212 Grade 3 West Texas Derby at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino. Trained by Andres Gonzales for owner Lionel Zapata, London Bridge is

Reports first surfaced in October and work began in December, but a January test revealed two problem areas

Village leadership failed to follow competitive bidding process, signed contract with unlawful prepayment clause

US Attorney's Office for South Carolina files notice against Jaremy Smith in death of EMS worker

ALBUQUERQUE — The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is $2.80 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA New Mexico We…

New Mexico United's TOPSoccer program offers an accessible soccer experience for kids with special needs, grouping them by ability rather than age.

Lion dances, martial arts light up Lunar New Year

With corporations like Intel employing thousands and Project Ranger moving in and promising to add hundreds of other jobs—the economic future looks bright.

Hospital expects nearly 3,000 babies to be born in 2026, Presbyterian spokesperson says

Albuquerque - Around 6:57 PM, a caller reported a shooting in the 2800 block of Palo Verde Dr. NE. The caller told dispatchers they had found a person who had been shot and was lying face down in a driveway. Officers from the Albuquerque Police Department's Foothills Area Command were

Towman still faces charges after 55-mile chase, gunfire

RIO RANCHO, N.M. —Early voting for the Rio Rancho Municipal Election wraps up this weekend.Residents will make important choices regarding city council seats, the mayor, and bond issues concerning roads and public safety.AdvertisementVoting is available at the Broadmoor Senior Center (3421 Broadmoor Blvd.) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday

The Española Municipal election is scheduled for March 3. The roles of mayor, one councilor from each of the four districts and the municipal judge are up for grabs.

FAA responds by closing more airspace near El Paso

BERNALILLO, N.M. —Bernalillo police are investigating a shooting death near Interstate 25.Your neighborhood:Local news from KOAT Action 7 NewsAdvertisementOfficers responded to the 300 block of Avenida Bernalillo after receiving reports of a shooting victim.The person who was killed in the shooting has been identified as Lawrence Castillo. New Mexico State

Ivory Hernandez faces up to 40 years in prison

Albuquerque - Benjamin Chase of Albuquerque is accused of fatally shooting his brother during an argument at a Northeast Albuquerque apartment, according to police. Albuquerque Police Department officers were dispatched around 6:55 PM on Feb. 26 to 2800 Palo Verde Drive NE after a caller reported a shooting. The caller

Interior Department has begun merging its firefighting operations

Diagnosis is New Mexico's first confirmed case of 2026

Wind-prone areas like the Central Highlands, including Clines Corners, could experience gusts near 45 mph.

Nearly 1,000 competitors came to Albuquerque for the U.S. Track & Field Masters Indoor Championships to prove passion, friendship and fitness don’t fade with age

Bill approved by lawmakers last week caps punitive damages for the first time in the state

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has chosen Roswell as one of the cities taking part in research about the physical w…

From crime bills to child care and road funding, here’s what lawmakers passed — and what got left on the Roundhouse cutting-room floor

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Lt. Gov. Howie Morales and District 39 state Rep. Luis Terrazas reflected about this year’s 30-day legislative session as a whole after its conclusion last Thursday. Terrazas, a Republican, told the Daily Press that he was focused on addressing roads, the state’s doctor shortage,

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —TheNational Fiery Foods and BBQ Showreturns to Albuquerque at Sandia Resort and Casino, featuring 200 vendors and over a thousand products available for sampling.The event runs Friday from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Quick decision finds Nathan Rivas, 18, guilty of first-degree murder in 2025 Las Cruces shooting

New information has been released on how police arrested the man and woman accused of shooting at a New Mexico State Police officer earlier this week.

OTERO COUNTY, N.M. —The Lincoln National Forest is preparing for prescribed burning operations from Friday, Feb. 27, through March 7, pending favorable weather.The planned work includes a 460-acre pile burn in the 16 Springs Block 2 area along Forest Road 288 near Latham Canyon.AdvertisementOfficials say prescribed fire is a key

Alvaro Ramazzini was placed on leave Feb. 6, but Albuquerque Public Schools has declined to provide details

Spokeswoman: Heinrich never met with Epstein or approved the lunch invitation

15 states say the CDC's new childhood vax requirements unlawful

Four-time Olympian sets American record for 200 meters

SANTA FE — The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals sided with New Mexico and 15 other states on Tuesday in the latest court victory against the U.S…

'I appreciate what this bill is trying to accomplish,' House Minority Whip says

The New Mexico Supreme Court ordered a McKinley County magistrate judge off the bench this week, ending a months-long saga between the judge and the state’s Judicial Standards Commission which had sought his removal for abuses of authority in office. The commission’s recommendation for removal stems from what it described

Meta is introducing a new feature on Instagram that will alert parents if their children repeatedly search for terms linked to suicide or self-harm. The company says it's part of other efforts to provide critical information quickly when a teen may be in trouble.Starting next week, parents enrolled in Instagram's

Jason Gomez's estate alleges city, police failed to keep park safe

Residents near Claremont Avenue and 2nd Street in northwest Albuquerque are struggling to maintain their neighborhood's charm amid abandoned homes and recent fires.

Albuquerque's crime statistics for 2025 show the city experiencing its lowest levels of crime in the past eight years, according to police.Violent crime is down 13% between 2024 and 2025, marking a 26% decrease over the last eight years.AdvertisementThere were 65 homicides last year compared to 98 the previous year.Property

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff A civil rights lawsuit filed Feb. 13 alleges that a former Bayard police officer sexually abused, coerced and inflicted violence on a 16-year-old girl while in his professional capacity. The lawsuit, filed by Singleton Schreiber LLP and co-counsel Daniel Marquez for a plaintiff referred

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Police are investigating a deadly shooting in northeast Albuquerque.The Albuquerque Police Department confirmed officers are responding to a homicide on Palo Verde Drive NE, near Candelaria Road and Tramway Boulevard.AdvertisementDetails are limited as the investigation continues. The shooting happened just before 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26.No roadways are

As wildfire season ramps up in New Mexico, the state’s biggest electrical utility has rolled out a new system to alert residents before the utility shuts off power during periods of dangerous fire weather. Last February, the Public Service Company of New Mexico announced it was considering “public safety power

Sgt. Michael Schlattman was killed during traffic stop on Interstate 40 on Monday

Diné College announced Tuesday the passing of Rex Lee Jim, a leader, scholar and member of the Diné College community. Jim died in Albuquerque, according to the college, while he was in the final stages of his social justice PhD program at Arizona State University. He was born and raised

There are Flock safety cameras in Farmington and seven in San Juan County. These automated license plate readers are used by law enforcement to “help make citizens safer,” Farmington police Chief Steve Hebbe said. Senate Bill 40, also known as the Driver Privacy and Safety Act, passed both the New

Agency disputes misspending allegation, but says it's implementing new internal controls

While the continued funding of a federal mental health grant to Silver Consolidated Schools is still in question, the district will be able to continue its programs thanks to a state initiative, an administrator reported Wednesday to the school board. Cindy Barris, associate superintendent for instruction, told board members during

New Mexico's case against parent company of Facebook, Instagram enters third week

NM’s rural counties shouldn’t rely on private prisons as an economic model, Vasquez says

Audit details overwhelmed staff, inability to record medical data, waitlist for detox

In this week’s Love 4 ABQ, laughter is coming to the Duke City. We’re talking about the Albuquerque Funny Fiesta.

An Escalante High/Middle School teacher and football coach said false allegations of inappropriate conduct with a student left him on leave from his job, despite multiple investigations finding the claims are false.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff An endangered species of bat has been detected far north of its only known roost in New Mexico, thanks in part to citizen scientists here in Grant County. Volunteers, many of them with the Gila Native Plant Society, swabbed area hummingbird feeders over the

A high-pressure system is dominating the skies, bringing sunshine and warm temperatures across the region.

New Mexico State Police: Officer is OK

About 15K gallons released into a stormwater catchment pond on the West Side

Governor will choose replacement for embattled prosecutor to rebuild DA's office

Advocates say IHS patients shouldn't receive treatment considered antiquated in the private sector

Albuquerque - In a recent email update, the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with the Schlattman family, shared details regarding the visitation and memorial services honoring Sergeant Michael Schlattman. BCSO stated they "are grateful for the overwhelming support and compassion being shown to the family and to our agency

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

The last minute legislation made the deadline but saw funds slashed in half

Suspect had barricaded himself in burning home during Tuesday fatal incident

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Three of the five finalist candidates for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president will be on campus this week, and their visits will include opportunities for them to meet with the public. Public meet-and-greets will be from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and

Corridor to strengthen supply chains, reduce congestion at coastal ports, according to Bernalillo County

The Public Education Department should throw out its court-ordered plan for remedying inequities in how the majority of public school students in New Mexico are educated and start over. That’s what the plaintiffs in the long-running Yazzie/Martinez case told a state judge last week. They’re asking the court to order

The Española Municipal election is scheduled for March 3. The roles of mayor, one councilor from each of the four districts and the municipal judge are up for grabs.

The inventor of the infinite scroll, Aza Raskin, testified in New Mexico, expressing regret over his creation.

The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office, along with the family of fallen Sergeant Michael Schlattman, released information on Thursday regarding the visitation and memorial services in his honor.

COOLIDGE, Ariz. — The Arizona Interscholastic Association’s Executive Board voted Thursday to uphold a one-year probation for the Coolidge High School athletic department following reports of fan misconduct and discriminatory behavior. The “probation” status, effective immediately, makes all Coolidge athletic teams ineligible for postseason competition for 365 days, per AIA

Albuquerque - Before 9:55 PM, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were sent to the 200 block of Espanola St NE for a shooting. Officers found a man with a single gunshot wound to the abdomen. Albuquerque Fire Rescue provided medical care at the scene and transported him to a

State Police say a 16-year-old faces second-degree murder and other charges after he killed a 30-year-old man in Buena Vista

ALBUQUERQUE — A Carlsbad man is facing federal charges after allegedly firing a rifle at an Eddy County Sheriff’s Office deputy responding to a call last fall.

The National Fiery Foods and Barbecue Show returns to Sandia Resort and Casino this weekend, featuring 165 exhibitors from around the globe.

Former NM congressman was nominated to lead Bureau of Land Management in November

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Eastbound I-40 at 98th Street in northwest Albuquerque is back open after a deadly crash.Police say the crash happened around 10 p.m. Thursday, February 26.AdvertisementOfficers diverted all eastbound traffic onto 98th Street during the investigation.The interstate reopened early Friday morning.State Police have not said what led to the

RIO RANCHO, N.M. —Details on public visitation and the funeral have been announced after the on-duty death of Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Sergeant Michael Schlattman.The public viewing will be on Sunday afternoon, March 1, with the funeral service the following day. Schlattman died after being hit by a semitrailer amid

Report also presents outcome of 2024 police shooting in Las Cruces

Suspects gun down man, then take his rifle, alcohol, according to court records

Crews have reopened one lane northbound after Tuesday's water main break caused a sinkhole, and led to the shutdown of three lanes.

​​By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A former Grant County sheriff’s deputy disputes allegations that he did not report an incident involving the death of a bunny to an internal investigator, and his attorney said legal action is planned against the department. In a Feb. 3 article in the Daily

New legislation would also require grocery stores to disclose facial recognition technology

The federal government has never acknowledged the history, outside a 1976 GAO report

Jonathan Strickland sued the city, officers for 'reckless' lethal force

A small crowd attended Thursday morning’s New Mexico Public Regulation Commission meeting to oppose a proposed private equity takeover of the state’s largest electric provider – a topic that wasn’t on the agenda. Blackstone Infrastructure, a private equity firm, and TXNM Energy Inc, PNM’s parent company, jointly announced acquisition plans

From crime bills to child care and road funding, here’s what lawmakers passed — and what got left on the Roundhouse cutting-room floor

The Española Municipal election is scheduled for March 3. The roles of mayor, one councilor from each of the four districts and the municipal judge are up for grabs.

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One of the five finalists for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president is no longer in the running. A Tuesday afternoon press release from WNMU said Cameron Wesson, provost and vice president for academic affairs at La Salle University, has withdrawn from consideration. He had been scheduled to make a

The New Mexico Legislature has passed two Senate bills that focus on mathematics instruction and provide consistent services for students with disabilities. The bipartisan Senate Bill 29 is designed to strengthen mathematics instruction and improve student outcomes in public schools by establishing a comprehensive framework. That framework aims to enhance

Lawmakers appropriated $95 million for project in capital outlay bill awaiting final approval

An EMT was stabbed in the throat Wednesday afternoon by a patient being transported to the hospital from Mimbres, forcing his partner to rescue him from the vehicle and flee. The EMTs were picked up by a contractor with the Chino Mine and later transported to Gila Regional Medical Center.

LAS CRUCES — The New Mexico Department of Agriculture’s (NMDA) Standards & Consumer Services (SCS) Division and State Metrology Lab recognize Weights and Measures …

Lawmakers hope to revisit the ban next year

Proposals would have loosened regulations on townhomes, bodegas and sanctioned homeless encampments

Police used license plate readers to trace a vehicle at the scenes to the alleged vandal

Front page of the Feb. 23, 1889 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Feb. 23, 1889 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The East side Elks’ soliciting committee, composed of H.G. Murphey, Dr. C.S. Losey and M.M. Padgett, was out today disposing of tickets to those

SANTA FE — Members of the public will have opportunities to provide input as the New Mexico Department of Wildlife shapes its proposals for potential changes to severa…

Cannabis entrepreneur still faces one other petition focused on residency requirement

Project confirmed after decades of calls for suicide deterrents from public safety advocates, victims' families

The Sunspot Solar Observatory near Cloudcroft is scheduled for demolition, leaving fans and former residents devastated over the loss of this piece of New Mexico history.

Earlier in the month, the Conquistador Council Scouts, city of Roswell team members and everyday citizens came together to raise the flags for the Roswell 250 Field of Honor at Pioneer Plaza. Many of these flags proudly carry the names of heroes and loved ones. Names to be placed on

They were arrested in Fort Sumner, authorities said

Chama Valley Superintendent Anthony Casados is on paid administrative leave following a Feb. 17 vote by the Chama Valley School Board to investigate him and itself.

Eloy Barraza Jr., a beloved employee at Blake's Lotaburger, is retiring after 36 years of dedicated service.

Rep. Andrea Romero said she met around eight to 10 survivors when she was in Washington, and at least three had been to New Mexico.

Officials say administrative actions are often more effective than tackling the problem through the criminal justice system.

The memo points to geopolitical strife as a reason behind increased urgency to modernize America's nuclear stockpile.

Barrett's upcoming talk is drawing plenty of attention — and promises of protest — in the state's progressive capital city.

City councilors saw reviews of one business during a Dec. 8 Finance Committee meeting, before voting to approve a cease-and-desist order.

The Ten-82 organization is set to take donations for the fiancé and family of fallen Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Sergeant Michael Schlattman on Thursday night.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A serious crash investigation began in northeast Albuquerque after a vehicle was found rolled over.Follow us on social:Facebook|X/Twitter|Instagram|YouTubeAdvertisementThe crash was at Montgomery and Carlisle Boulevards just before 9 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26. Video shows one vehicle flipped over on the median.Albuquerque police said one person was transported to

A semi-truck driver is accused of blowing through the scene of a crash that left a Bernalillo County Sheriff's sergeant dead on I-40.

More than 2,000 tourists and 900 athletes are in Albuquerque for the USA Track and Field Masters Indoor Championships.

Gregory Eugene White was convicted of aggravated battery, shooting at or from a motor vehicle, tampering with evidence and criminal trespass.

Republican Rodriguez attested he was a resident of Arizona in order to vote in that state. Now, as a candidate for governor of New Mexico, he …

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced that the Scandinavian country will hold a parliamentary election on March 24.

A range of public and private stakeholders will be included on the panel.

Netflix is declining to raise its offer to buy Warner Bros. Discovery’s studio and streaming business in a stunning move that effectively puts…

McKinley County District Attorney Bernadine Martin resigned Wednesday, clearing the way for the appointment of an interim district attorney.

Scientists know that Neanderthals and humans mated because there is a small percentage of Neanderthal DNA in most modern humans. But they also…

The Cuban government says its troops exchanged gunfire with a Florida-registered speedboat of armed Cuban expatriates, killing four people and…

Attorneys for the student said ICE agents had entered her campus apartment under the guise of searching for a missing person.

Hillary Clinton has said the Democratic couple's knowledge of Epstein is “very limited.” Bill Clinton has not been accused of wrongdoing in hi…

A federal inmate held at the Hidalgo County jail has tested positive for measles, the state's first confirmed case in 2026.

The shooting left another 4-year-old child dead, who was identified in a recent domestic violence filing as Jared Mowrer.

The University of New Mexico announced a 10-year partnership that will see Nusenda Credit Union take over the naming rights of The Pit.

A jury found an 18-year-old man guilty of charges he faced for a March 2025 mass shooting at a park in Las Cruces.

Students at Roswell High School (RHS) eagerly took advantage of the opportunity to sample what career paths are available in Roswell, Chaves County and around the stat…

Bernie Frimond, instructor for a guitar class at Mary Esther Gonzales Senior Center, plays alongside students during a weekly class Tuesday. F…

The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is now accepting applications from residents for the latest flood-related financial assistance …

Jaremy Smith, 35, of South Carolina, was sentenced to life in prison for the 2024 killing of state police officer Justin Hare.

Far-left New Mexico Democrat Teresa Leger Fernandez is drawing sharp criticism after making what many are calling an insane claim about voter ID laws, asserting that Republicans support voter identification requirements because “they don’t want women to vote… they don’t want working families to vote.” New Mexico Democrat Rep. Teresa

New Mexico homes are known for their charm but how do you know you're buying a solid one if you're buying an older one?

Romero and Stansbury in DCWhen ABQ Dem Rep. Melanie Stansbury invited Santa Fe state Rep. Andrea Romero to be her guest at the State of the Union Tuesday night the Alligators started splashing. Like many other Dems, the pair boycotted the actual speech and instead joined Epstein survivors to mark

Officers arrested Jovan Martinez, 40, and Makaela Johnson, 26, outside Fort Sumner on Wednesday, state police said.

SUNSPOT, N.M. —The Sunspot Solar Observatory is set to be demolished this October.The closure and demolition come after slowed operations and safety concerns after liquid mercury was found inside the telescope building.AdvertisementThe observatory was built by the U.S. Air Force in 1969 and was later managed by New Mexico State

Early-stage quantum technology companies have until April 30, 2026, to apply for state grants of up to $200,000.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The northeastAlbuquerque home made famous by Breaking Badhas a new owner.Streamer Adin Ross said on Instagram that he bought the property near Montgomery and Eubank for $1.3 million after an intense bidding war.AdvertisementBreaking Bad house in Albuquerque back on the marketdocument.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() { const links = [ ...(document.querySelectorAll(`#video-e4302298-6412-4e7b-a3f1-1592be67d7d3`)

The 10 teams that competed in Sunday’s Knowledge Bowl showed off their trivia skills by answering questions across several categories.

A New Mexico couple is headed back home from Mexico after an uptick in violence led to them getting stuck in Puerto Vallarta.

The Pentagon’s top spokesman is reiterating that the military wants to use Anthropic’s artificial intelligence technology in legal ways and wo…

Eastern New Mexico University–Roswell (ENMU-R) recognized two outstanding faculty members with the prestigious National Institute for Staff and Organizational Developm…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Two new town advisory committees will be looking at solutions for economic development and recycling after the Silver City Town Council approved their creation at the council meeting Tuesday night. Resolutions forming the Economic Development Research Committee and the Reuse and Recycle Committee were

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture’s Standards & Consumer Services Division and the State Metrology Lab are marking National Weights and Measures Week from March 1 to 7.

The first Council Connection, a series of public forums organized by the city of Roswell, drew a sizable number of residents early Monday evening. And quite a few of t…

'All-clear' issued for Taos Plaza Officials issued an "all clear" for the Taos County Plaza area at 8:40 p.m. Wednesday (Feb. 18), after public safety departments and law enforcement personnel responded to a shooting and bomb threat Wednesday...

A chart on Page A-5 of the Feb. 26, 2026, edition illustrating the city of Santa Fe's proposed reorganization of departments omitted the Finan…

For the first time since 2021, you can see axolotls at the Albuquerque BioPark Zoo's "Life on a Limb" exhibit.

The photograph, provided by Bonita Estates resident David Pascale, shows dust being dispersed at a construction site near his residence. Several residents of Bonita Estates near Storrie Lake raised concerns about the site. The photograph, provided by Bonita Estates resident David Pascale, shows dust being dispersed at a construction site

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent A Gila National Forest spokesperson confirmed that Pinos Altos Exploration/Ivanhoe Electric withdrew their plan of operations to explore 642 mining claims staked around Pinos Altos, covering 13,264 acres from Signal Peak in the east to Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery on the west. Ivanhoe

Albuquerque - Shortly after 8:40 PM, officers with the Albuquerque Police Department were dispatched to the 1500 block of Central Ave SE following reports of a fight in progress and a person shot. According to the caller, the suspects fled the area after the shooting. The witness saw the offenders

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The state government has money to burn, and a prominent New Mexico lawmaker said Wednesday that all the University of New Mexico’s athletics d…

Haaland talked about her experiences as a struggling single mother years before a political career that took her to Washington.

The mayor's proposal would have more departments, including land use and emergency management, report directly to the city manager.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. is gathering its own information.

The city approved a $354,000 agreement with SoundThinking for one year's worth of services for gunshot-detection software.

The lawsuit argues this revised federal immunization schedule circumvented federal law and will put children in danger.

The garden's leaders say the change has the potential to increase ticket revenue by more than $60,000 in a year.

Two brothers, Tomas and Nathan Rivas, are the first to be convicted on murder charges stemming from the 2025 shooting.

The New Mexico Republican's confirmation hearing to run the land management agency puts a conversation on public lands in the spotlight.

In August 2025, a U.S. District Court in Texas vacated the bird's 2022 listing. A federal agency made it official.

The plaintiffs argued the state's plan lacked specific strategies for improving academic outcomes and a cost analysis.

Over the course of the legislative session, Earth, Wind and Fire has tracked several bills relating to the environment. Here's where they curr…

Last year when I spoke to then-Portales Mayor Michael Miller, he was on a mission to improve the Portales Animal Control Shelter before he lef…

Jazz, classical music, plays and more entertainment in the Santa Fe area this weekend, plus a peek at Friday's Pasatiempo.

Ada, a dog, was found in an arroyo, badly wounded, frightened and exposed to the cold. A high school student carried her to safety, and she ar…

Santa Fe County and New Mexico officials are investigating building activity at the site, owned by Texas politician Don Huffines.

The walkout comes after similar actions earlier this month, when students expressed outrage over reports of detained New Mexicans.

The Chama Valley superintendent was placed on leave following a claim he took no action in response to accusations of a teacher's sexual harassment.

Designed to be a “one‑stop shop,” the BRIC is poised to strengthen small businesses, nurture start‑ups, and streamline access to essential services, according to a press release from Taos MainStreet. Located at 115 Civic Plaza Dr., the BRIC...

A pilot program that places naloxone rescue kits in public locations across Rio Arriba County has coincided with fewer overdose-related 911 calls and fewer overdose deaths, according to a press release from Rio Arriba County Health and Human...

The New Mexico Environment Department’s Emerging Contaminants Program launched an interactive dashboard Feb. 20 that allows residents to view PFAS testing results for their local public water system. The dashboard, which may be viewed at...

In the past year, plans for two gargantuan data centers have been announced in New Mexico, and electric utilities have come to see data center development as a driving force behind growth and need for increased generation. With several data...

Holy Cross Medical Center will assume management of Taos Orthopaedic Institute beginning Saturday (March 1), according to a press release. The hospital said the move will keep existing orthopedic care in place while expanding specialty services...

As 2024-2025 NM Vistas data shines a spotlight on student outcomes across New Mexico, charter school leaders from across the Enchanted Circle have formed a coalition designed to strengthen public education for students in rural areas. The...

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Feb. 18, 2026 – Feb. 22, 2026. Feb. 18 1:23 a.m. Disturbing the Peace, Weimer Road — Caller said someone kept knocking on their door, then...

Kevin Whitefeather (Cordova) of Taos Pueblo — former Tribal official, founder of Whitefeather Native Cultural Tours and cofounder of Recovery Works! — has died, leaving behind a legacy of bringing people together at the Pueblo, in the Taos Valley...

Perched atop Outlaw Hill, The Stakeout is a restaurant, bar and wedding venue overlooking some of Taos’ most striking scenery, including the Rio Grande Gorge and Georgia O’Keeffe’s mesa-turned-muse...

Henry Lewis remembers winters in the 1990s where it would snow as much as 225 inches. When he started Bobcat Pass Wilderness Adventures with his wife Sue in Red River in 1991, they had a fleet of 10 snowmobiles. Today they have 35 snowmobiles, but...

The count of 319 wolves at the end of 2025 is just shy of the average 320 needed to downlist the species.

Eloisa Bustos, well-known as a longtime volunteer and later office manager for the cathedral, died Feb. 12 at age 88.

A Colfax County jury returned a verdict Tuesday (Feb. 17) in favor of the New Mexico State Ethics Commission in a civil case, "State Ethics Commission ex rel. Village of Angel Fire v. Lindsey, et al.", finding that Angel Fire Mayor Barry "B.J."...

The Town of Taos increased funding for winter air service routes due to lack of snow in their regular meeting Tuesday (Feb. 24). The town provides a minimum revenue guarantee for Contour Airlines and JSX Air to operate our of the Taos Regional...

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Feb. 16 –Feb. 22, 2026. Animals currently in care: No report Total intakes this week: 12 Transfers this week: 1 Animals in foster: 15 Pounds of food: 425 Number of...

After high winds swept through the Village of Taos Ski Valley last week, downing a tree and causing lift holds and closures, the VSTV councilors revisited the urgency of undergrounding electrical lines, a project that started 13 years ago. Downed...

A man who claimed to have stabbed someone and planted two pipe bombs in Taos County Plaza Wednesday night (Feb. 18) — forcing the closure of the historic square until officials issued an “all clear” at about 8:40 p.m. — is still at large,...

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A walking tour of the Pinos Altos Creek trail on Monday afternoon brought attention to some needed improvements to bridges — both the literal and figurative kind. Members of the town’s Trails and Open Space Committee walked the trail, which has been improved in

In April of 2025, voters approved a General Obligation (G.O) Bond in the amount of $7.3 million. The Mora Independent School District (MISD) Board of Education along with our staff, students, and administration are very grateful to the community and will never tire of expressing our gratitude. In September 2025

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CatarinoHernandezCatarino Hernandez, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on February 23, 2026, in Milan, New Mexico. Born on…

A crane operator placed two columbarium structures at South Park Cemetery on Monday.

The Cibola Citizen is inviting hunters across Cibola County to submit photos and short write-ups from the 2025–2026 hunting season for possible publication.The…

A third location near Miami was also searched. Carvalho previously led public schools in that area.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, the Milan Gym will no longer be open for morning walkers due to lack of participation. If you have any questions regarding this or…

Means' message that dietary and lifestyle changes are needed to heal an ill and struggling nation aligns closely with that of her ally Health …

Diego Lopez, EditorCIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - With late February arriving and winter starting to ease up, local fishing is shifting back toward access and…

The Lovington Leader hosted a retirement party for John and Jeanine Graham on Feb. 13. Friends, family and community members turned out for the event. The Grahams owne…

A story on Page A-1 published Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, incorrectly reported Carrie Wood is a co-founder of Three Sisters Collective.

Haiti's government has retaken control of a key area from powerful gangs as glimmers of life appear in the heart of Port-au-Prince.

From left, Adelita Michelle Medina, Susan Seymour and David Montoya tour what is known at the United World College castle Monday morning. Medina, Seymour and Montoya helped establish Escuela Antonio Jose Martinez at the site in the 1970s. From left, Adelita Michelle Medina, Susan Seymour and David Montoya tour what

This week's Athletes of the Week are Antonio DeVargas who placed fifth in 4A in the 215-pound weight class and Paizlyn Turley who placed sixth in the 135-pound…

SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management on Feb. 20 opened a 30-day scoping period to receive public input on 32 oil and gas parcels totaling 21,181.2 acres that may b…

GRANTS, NM – This last year, several local students at Grants High School performing arts students had the chance to attend MJ: The Musical – a reminder of…

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent Five years ago, while living in Carlsbad, Grant County native Ashaya Villegas started making beanbag muscle warmers and selling them out of a family member’s home. With a little intervention through her faith, she has expanded to additional creative, handmade gift items that she

SANTA FE — Senate Bill 104 (SB 104) was unanimously accepted. It creates a new removal process for commissioners on the New Mexico State Wildlife Commission, an indepe…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – February closed with a familiar headline for Cibola County: the drought map still hasn’t moved, even though winter weather has been…

Duke Rodriguez successfully jumped over one legal hurdle Tuesday. Now he has one to go before he is free and clear to make his run for the '26 GOP gubernatorial nomination. . ..A state judge dismissed a court challenge filed against the Republican gubernatorial candidate. But the question of whether

Updates will be posted throughout the week

Members of the Memorial Middle School BPA chapter recently participated in the 2026 New Mexico BPA State Leadership Conference in Albuquerque, held February 19–21, 2026. Students competed in a variety of business and leadership events, demonstrating excellence in workplace skills, professionalism, and industry knowledge. There were over 620 student members

This February, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is conducting prescribed fire operations in Chaves County. Specifically, the operations are planned to take place on…

Democratic lawmakers stayed seated without clapping during most of Trump's speech, and when Democrats heckled him, Trump proclaimed, “You shou…

Nancy Casper, right, is the new interim director of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire Claims Office. The longtime FEMA official is pictured in 2022 receiving a certificate from former FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell recognizing her for achieving the agency’s highest level of emergency management expertise. Nancy Casper, right, is the

On inflation, immigration, tariffs and matters of war and peace, he presented a frequently distorted account as he claimed a “turnaround for t…

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between Feb. 17 and 23, 2026: Amity Francine Maes, Shoplifting ($250 or Less), Criminal Trespass (Unposted), Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Dominick Quintana, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), APO Arrest Order, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply.

For some, ice hockey draws to mind high-speed collisions, yelling and knocked-out teeth.

New Mexico State Police officers charged an Albuquerque man with multiple counts of child rape after he allegedly admitted to meeting up with a 14-year-old girl in Chimayó.

Hikers strewn about on the San Vicente Trail below the N.M. 90 bridge cried out in pain as first responders tended to them Sunday afternoon. While the injuries and ailments were not real, the experience the students gained was. The mock mass-casualty incident was the culmination of a Wilderness First

Residents of the neighborhoods around Juniper Street pleaded with the New Mexico Department of Transportation to further consider the traffic and safety ramifications of proposed changes to U.S. 180 that would cut off direct access to their homes during a public meeting on the project Thursday night at the Grant

Marijuana magnate and GOP gubernatorial hopeful Duke Rodriguez didn’t just want legal weed in New Mexico—he was willing to pay for it. A decade of campaign finance records reveals an unabashed pattern of financial support for the very Democrats who made legalization a reality.Records from the past ten years show

The New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) commemorates the 135th anniversary of its founding, marking more than a century of leadership, discipline and service to the S…

“American Heart Month, which is February, is a critical public health initiative designed to combat the leading cause of death globally,” said Dr. Eric Cohen, Eastern …

SANTA FE — The 2026 legislative session delivered the fiscal year 2027 (FY27) budget, which totals $33.4 billion — including more than $11 billion from the general fun…

“The first thing that we cover is safety,” said Dusty Baker, Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell (ENMU-R) director of Career Area and welding instructor. “I tell my …

Lawmakers tackled several big public education issues in the 30-day session, and approved legislation changing how math and literacy are taught in public schools, along with standards for teacher preparation. Lawmakers also passed a bill to codify the Office of Special Education under the Public Education Department. Two bills also

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

The 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session concluded with a sharp partisan divide over public safety, taxes, healthcare, immigration policy, and government expansion. While lawmakers advanced several significant measures, dozens of high-profile proposals were defeated, leaving both sides claiming victories and frustrations. Among the most notable bipartisan wins was HB80, which

Sen. Lujan Can the GOP take advantage of an obscure state election law to reverse their historic failure to field a candidate against Dem US Senator Ben Ray Luajn in the November general election? That's the question now that the GOP's only candidate--Rio Rancho's Christopher Vanden Heuvel--failed to submit enough

A tragic Monday unfolded across New Mexico as two separate law enforcement incidents shook communities from Albuquerque to Fort Sumner — including the heartbreaking line-of-duty death of a veteran sergeant with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office confirmed late Monday evening that one of its sergeants

With the 1981 anthem “Celebrate Good Times” by Kool & the Gang blaring in the hallways, members of the University High School (UHS) Student Council and advisor Deb…

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse and rape that some readers may find deeply upsetting. Discretion is advised. Editor's Note: An earlier version of this story stated John David Lee Jr. had been released from custody on house arrest. This is incorrect. The San Miguel County

SANTA FE — On Thursday, the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) announced its formal support for a motion before the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC)…

The Chaves County Federated Republican Women (CCFRW) held their February meeting on Wednesday with a full house. The event began with an opening prayer and the Pledge …

A relatively short agenda for the Chaves County Commissioners meeting this week allowed time for a presentation about an array of ongoing construction and repair projects.

A student's perspective on the meaning of Black history and culture

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

Earthquakes spike by as much as 700 percent in Permian Levi Hill/News-Sun The ground …

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.

A Colfax County jury returned a verdict Tuesday (Feb. 17) in favor of the New Mexico State Ethics Commission in a civil case, "State Ethics Commission ex rel. Village of Angel Fire v. Lindsey, et al.", finding that Angel Fire Mayor Barry "B.J…

Front page of the Feb. 18, 1963 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Feb. 18, 1963 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. St. Michael’s College will provide the opposition for the Highlands Cowboys tonight when the two quints square off at 8 o’clock in Stu Clark

SANTA FE — On Sunday, the House of Representatives passed two critical pieces of legislation to grow the state’s public safety workforce and expand support for victims…

SANTA FE — A bill that would ensure New Mexico students receive high-quality, research-based literacy instruction aligned with the science of reading has cleared both …

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

SANTA FE — The New Mexico House voted Saturday to pass a bill that eliminates facility fees — extra charges separate from doctors’ bills — for routine outpatient servi…

Upon reviewing information recently released by the U.S. Department of Justice, Attorney General Raúl Torrez has ordered that the criminal investigation into allegatio…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate passed a bill to protect affordable health care coverage for tens of thousands of residents facing the loss of federal support, sendin…

A man who claimed to have stabbed someone and planted two pipe bombs in Taos County Plaza Wednesday night (Feb. 18) — forcing the closure of the historic square until officials issued an “all clear” at about 8:40 p.m. — is still at large, acc…

A new company that helps seasonal workers avoid the pitfalls of the job — how to navigate shoulder seasons — won the annual Ski Lift Pitch competition at Taos Ski Valley earlier this month. Sasha Clonts, founder of the Taos-based company, Guide...

Taos County said in a press release last week that Phase I of construction at the Taos County Detox Facility is complete, and announced the county has entered into a lease agreement with facility operator Rio Grande ATP, a local nonprofit...

New Mexico Supreme Court upheld a Taos County woman’s convictions of accessory to first-degree murder and other crimes connected to the killing of a man on Thanksgiving Day in 2020, the state Administrative Office of the Courts said. In a...

Income-eligible seniors can now apply for farmers’ market benefits that provide $30-50 in fresh produce benefits this summer, part of a state program that connected nearly 28,000 New Mexicans with local farmers last year. A Feb. 11 New Mexico...

Almost a year after the towering grandstand was leveled from view, dozens of construction flags flutter on a flattened expanse of dirt — evidence the redevelopment of the old Downs at Santa Fe property is underway south of the city. Officials...

Municipalities of Taos County will continue to receive GRT distributions from the county for EMS and Fire Services after a controversial two month pause. The commissioners voted to reinstate the distribution in their regular meeting Tuesday (Feb....

A bill that would make major changes to the New Mexico Medical Malpractice Act is headed to the governor’s desk after surviving the scrutiny of a crucial Senate committee and then receiving overwhelming support on the Senate floor late Tuesday...

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SANTA FE — New Mexico has nearly doubled its registered apprenticeship programs since 2019, adding 35 new programs that are now training 2,607 workers in careers payin…

Speaker Javier Martinez"The House ran circles around the Senate." So declared a weary Senior Alligator traversing the Roundhouse halls on the last night of the 30 day legislative session. Their analysis was not fatigue-induced but an apt summary of the continued shift in the balance of power toward the 70

According to a press release by the city of Roswell, the intersection of West Hobson Road and South Sunset Avenue/West Earl Cummings Loop will be closed for an estimat…

Northern Arizona braced for continued snowstorms and high winds that caused school closures in Flagstaff and snowfall at the Grand Canyon.

A donation of more than eight acres next to the Roswell Air Center for use as an emergency landing strip during the National Championship Air Races and Air Show (NCAR)…

Illegal street racing has become a big issue in Roswell, according to Chaves County Undersheriff Charles Yslas. The participants of these races range from teenagers to…

SANTA FE — It’s no surprise that accessing healthcare in New Mexico’s sparsely populated and geographically isolated communities is difficult. There is a vast health a…

National Caregivers Day (NCD) is held on the third Friday of February each year. The day is meant to celebrate the hard work and dedication caregivers commit their liv…

A version of this article was originally published on Sunday, Feb. 11, 1973.

Healing trauma – at an individual as well as at the community level – is the focus of a free event that welcomes mental health professionals and locals who are open to learning more about their wellbeing. Transforming Trauma: Healing Our Community Together will take place March 13 from 9

In the final stretch of New Mexico’s legislative session, two sweeping gun control measures championed by progressive Democrats have effectively collapsed — a major victory for New Mexicans’ Second Amendment rights. Senate Bill 17, the so-called “Stop Illegal Gun Trade and Extremely Dangerous Weapons Act,” was rolled indefinitely in the

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate late Thursday afternoon unanimously approved a broadband affordability bill designed to help low-income New Mexicans receive high-spee…

Roswell Air Center marked the start of a second commercial passenger route on Tuesday morning with balloons, small souvenirs, refreshments and a ceremony.

SANTA FE — On Tuesday morning, the House Appropriations and Finance Committee (HAFC) voted 10-7 to advance an amended version of Senate Bill 241 (SB 241): the Childcar…

Roy Arnold GordonRoy Arnold Gordon a beloved father grandfather brother uncle's best friend went to meet the Lord and his savior Jesus Christ on January 20…

SANTA FE — On Tuesday, the New Mexico House of Representatives passed three more pieces of legislation to expand healthcare access and improve the climate for doctors …

Construction will begin Summer 2026 on a new water treatment plant that will nearly double the City of Las Vegas’ water capacity and ensure safe drinking water for generations to come. The City of Las Vegas’ new water treatment plant, designed in partnership with the New Mexico Environment Department, will

SANTA FE — New Mexico's small businesses developing clean energy technology have until March 17, at 5 p.m. MDT, to apply for state grants worth up to $1 million — fund…

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland listened to concerns about New Mexico Highlands University’s claim with FEMA during a campus tour on Feb. 12. Haaland is one of two declared candidates in the race for governor; the other candidate is Sam Bregman, who is currently district attorney for Bernalillo County. Haaland’s

An often bitter battle over medical malpractice reform ended late Wednesday with the Senate approving a House bill that for the first time caps punitive damages in malpractice cases.The victory was especially sweet for reformers, including House sponsor Rep. Christine Chandler, coming as it did after attempts by Senate Judiciary

Angela G SanchezAngela G Sanchez, born on September 6, 1933, in Grants, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, in her beloved hometown. Angela…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate unanimously confirmed Anna Silva on Monday as the cabinet secretary of the General Services Department (GSD).

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between February 10 and February 16, 2026: Taran Dragon Franklyn-Atman, Kidnapping (Second Degree) - Attempt, Aggravated Burglary (Deadly Weapon), Armed Robbery - Attempt, Aggravated Battery, Child Abuse, Unlawful Taking of a Motor Vehicle (First Offense) - Attempt, Battery,

A Rio Arriba County Detention Center officer who allegedly tried to de-escalate a situation with an inmate who “had an attitude,” ended up struggling with the man in his cell and got hit and spit on.

A speeding pickup truck that slammed into the rear of another vehicle triggered a crash Friday afternoon that involved six vehicles and sent six people to hospitals, i…

Sheriff Chris Nanos said all members of the Guthrie family have been cleared as possible suspects in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, issuing scathing criticism of rumor…

Instead of death by a thousand cuts, its more like a dozen when it comes to the hotly contested medical malpractice bill. The measure is now limping into the final hours of the 30 day legislative session after being whipped like a rented mule Monday by Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman

Dry, warm and windy conditions can leave plants thirsty, and if there's any way to describe Northern Colorado weather this winter, it's dry, warm and windy.

Note: The names of the youths and their parents are being withheld to protect the identities of the minors involved.

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department issued several actions on Wednesday to hold the U.S. Department of Energy accountable for failing to prioritize the cl…

Ideas on what a new animal shelter in Las Vegas may have – such as twice the dog kennel capacity, a community cat room and a retail shop – were discussed during a public meeting at the City Council Chambers on Feb. 6. Speaking to a group of about 20

The state Supreme Court today reversed a Pecos man’s convictions for first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder during a shooting after a night of drinking. The justices ordered Mark Valencia’s case back to the San Miguel County District Court for a new trial on the murder and attempted murder charges.

Air Commandos with the 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron and Clovis firefighters conduct a simulated aircraft fire exercise on Aug. 14, 2015, at Cannon Air Force Base. Proposed legislation at the 2026 New Mexico Legislature “reflects the reality that firefighters are regularly exposed to carcinogens while working to keep

The Triple the Love event for the Roswell Museum was on Saturday, located at Roswell Public Library, 301 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Attendees made handmade Valentine's cards…

One man is off the hook and another is facing a March trial date following shots fired during an argument at a house in Hernandez last year.

Prosecutors dismissed charges against an Ojo Sarco man whom an Española police officer initially arrested for refusing to talk to medics.

Senator Ben Ray Lujan is assuring New Mexicans that his head isn't too big for his britches in light of the historic turn of events that has left him virtually unopposed for re-election this year. He says in a message to constituents: I will never take the trust of New

Front page of the Feb. 12, 1892 issue of the Las Vegas Optic Front page of the Feb. 12, 1892 issue of the Las Vegas Optic Now for prompt official action on the construction of Las Vegas’ modern sewer system. Tomorrow night the city council will receive the complete report

Nearly four years after the federally caused Hermits Peak–Calf Canyon Fire devastated northern New Mexico, a new independent economic analysis confirms that New Mexico Highlands University sustained between $209 million and $277 million in damages as a direct result of the disaster—losses the University continues to carry while awaiting full

Jay Mitchell, director of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire Claims Office, is on administrative leave, according to an email Source New Mexico obtained Feb. 12, 2026. Jay Mitchell, director of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire Claims Office, is on administrative leave, according to an email Source New Mexico obtained Feb.

Amy BarelaFor the first time in state history a major political party will not have a candidate running for a United States Senate seat. This epic fail of the NMGOP was revealed this week when Christopher Vanden Heuvel, the lone Republican running in the June primary failed to submit enough

Body camera video footage provided by the Mora County Sheriff’s Office confirms that a teacher with the Mora Independent School District was hurt during a physical altercation between students. The incident, which took place Dec. 11 at Mora High School, resulted in the teacher having to be airlifted to a

Two of the most hotly debated bills of the session — one targeting emissions policy and the other unconstitutional sweeping gun regulations — triggered marathon hearings, sharp partisan divides, and dueling victory statements this week at the Roundhouse. On Wednesday, the Senate rejected Senate Bill 18, the so-called “Clear Horizons

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. Police are searching for a man from Pueblo, Colorado, who is accused of molesting a 9-year-old girl in Las Vegas last summer. Prosecutors last week filed felony charges against 21-year-old Josue

Police arrested a Las Vegas man early Tuesday morning after he allegedly broke into a relative’s home and kidnapped a 9-year-old girl at knifepoint. Prosecutors filed multiple felony charges against 24-year-old Taran Dragon Franklyn-Atman after arresting him in the 500 block of Socorro Street around 3:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Police

Stapleton The legislature has avoided any major scandals of late and minor ones too, like lawmakers caught driving drunk or having affairs with employees. But a scandal that rocked La Politica five years ago still casts a shadow over Santa Fe and the state. That would be the 2021 massive

It’s a work of art born of fire, and its creator Chad Brown is passionate when he talks about it—and what might come next for the work. Called Phoenix Rising, the sculpture takes a familiar symbol of resilience after fire to the next level, with the artist explaining, “When a

A sign outside of Las Vegas’ new Toy Lending and Resource Library, which had a grand opening event all day Monday. The library is located inside the Victoria D. de Sanchez Teacher Education Center on the New Mexico Highlands University campus. A sign outside of Las Vegas’ new Toy Lending

A Las Cruces woman is behind bars after police say she gave birth to a baby girl inside a portable toilet and left the newborn in the holding tank, resulting in the child’s death. According to authorities, 38-year-old Sonia Jimenez was arrested following an investigation that began late Saturday night.

Pete Rock, owner and operator of Love Letter Tattoo, has created several tattoo designs to choose from during a fundraiser event at his shop on Friday, Feb. 13. The fundraiser is in support of a potential skatepark in Las Vegas. Pete Rock, owner and operator of Love Letter Tattoo, has

MLG and MoralesLieutenant Governor Howie Morales did something different than most of his predecessors--he did not run for Governor. That may or may not occur with the next occupant of the office but if they did run, their odds of taking the top job are exceptionally low. No second banana

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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

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

A long-running effort to overhaul how New Mexico oversees its public schools came to an abrupt halt this week, leaving the governor with even greater control over an education system that continues to rank last in the nation — behind all 50 states and the District of Columbia — according

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

A sweeping gun control proposal that critics say represents one of the most extreme assaults on the Second Amendment in New Mexico history is now headed to the Senate floor. Senate Bill 17, which would ban the sale of a broad range of semi-automatic firearms and impose heavy new mandates

In a move critics are calling reckless, ideologically driven, and economically devastating, New Mexico Democrats have fast-tracked House Bill 9 (HB 9)—the so-called “Immigrant Safety Act”—through the Legislature and toward the governor’s desk, setting the stage for what opponents warn could be mass job losses, municipal insolvency, and a collapse

New Mexico lawmakers are poised to consider two sweeping and dangerous constitutional amendments that would permanently upend how the state Legislature operates — and critics warn the proposals would crush transparency, overwhelm citizen legislators, and ram through controversial policies with little public input. House Joint Resolutions 6 and 7, sponsored

Sunday, Feb. 1 *Arno Bornkamp guest saxophone recital – 2 p.m., Buchanan Hall, ENMU Music...Read More

January 22, 2026 By Shaun Banther Eastern New Mexico University’s Department of Theatre and...Read More

A sweeping and highly controversial piece of legislation that critics warn could devastate rural New Mexico communities is now headed to the New Mexico House floor, where it will be debated today beginning at noon, with a live webcast available on the Legislature’s website under the “Webcast” tab. House Bill

Far-left Democrat Gabe Vasquez is once again drawing sharp criticism after publishing an incendiary op-ed that demonizes Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), echoes open-borders talking points, and casts federal law enforcement as rogue actors—while downplaying the real consequences of lax border policy on New Mexico communities. In the Albuquerque Journal

We are pleased to announce that Curry County has been awarded the 2026 Summer Internship Program!...Read More

On Thursday, January 22, at 1:30 p.m. (or 15 minutes after the House floor session, whichever is later), the New Mexico House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee will meet in Room 317 to hear House Bill 9 (HB 9)—a sweeping, far-left proposal that would effectively shut down Immigration and Customs

In her final State of the State address Tuesday, Michelle Lujan Grisham laid out an expansive agenda for the 30-day legislative session, pitching it as a call for bipartisanship while reviving some of the most divisive proposals of her two terms — including a renewed push to restrict firearms in

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

President Donald Trump sharply criticized New Mexico’s election system on Friday, calling the state’s elections “so corrupt it’s incredible” during a White House roundtable focused on rural health care. Trump made the remarks in response to a question from a woman who identified herself as a nurse practitioner and a

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EXCLUSIVE — The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is launching a new paid digital advertising campaign targeting far-left Democrat Gabe Vasquez, accusing him of voting against millions of dollars in federal funding for southern New Mexico communities—then attempting to take credit for the very projects he opposed. According to the

A radical environmental advocacy group with a long track record of using the Endangered Species Act (ESA) as a litigation weapon is once again targeting New Mexico’s water, energy, and agricultural sectors—this time over a freshwater turtle. According to Source New Mexico, the Center for Biological Diversity filed a federal

Even before the 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session officially begins, far-left lawmakers have moved to prefile what gun-rights advocates are calling the most sweeping anti-firearms proposal in state history. According to a press release issued this week by the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association, an omnibus gun control measure has

An Alamogordo man has pleaded guilty in federal court to orchestrating an extensive fraud scheme that exploited COVID-19 pandemic relief programs, netting more than $650,000 through fabricated businesses, falsified records, and false statements to lenders and the federal government. According to court documents filed in the U.S. District Court for

Federal prosecutors in New Mexico reported a sharp uptick in immigration and border-related criminal charges this week, reflecting continued emphasis on interior enforcement and border security under the Trump administration. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico, led by Ryan Ellison, federal authorities brought charges

A small but aggressive protest organized by far-left activists outside a federal immigration facility in Albuquerque devolved into physical confrontations Friday, prompting federal officials to declare an unlawful assembly and detain two demonstrators. According to reporting by Source New Mexico, roughly 20 protesters gathered outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs

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

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

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

I see stupid people And Their Anti-Science Fearmongering Could Cost This State Everything John R. Grizz Deal/CEO, IX Water I see stupid people. Not the harmless kind who get lost in the Walmart parking lot, but the ones who descend on public hearings like a flock of caffeinated pigeons, clutching

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...

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

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

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

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 ...

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,...

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...

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...

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

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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