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

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

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

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

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

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

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Bernalillo County commissioners are proposing a state of emergency to address the fentanyl crisis, which has led to the highest overdose rates in New Mexico and visible impacts in the community.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Treasury Department said Tuesday that it’s imposing $1.2 billion in fines on Bank of America for allegedly violating anti-money laundering and sanctions laws. The fines on America’s second-biggest bank amount to the third-largest in the department’s history. “When a bank of this size fails to

The coolest air of the season so far is set to arrive to New Mexico in the next couple of days as we get to the mid-to-late part of the week. The post Coolest air of the season set to arrive this week in New Mexico appeared first on KOB

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

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear arguments in a watchdog’s lawsuit seeking public records about billionaire Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. The high court said on Tuesday that it will intervene for a second time in Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington’s case, which seeks access to

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Lincoln National Forest plans prescribed burns totaling 117 acres near Ruidoso and Nogal starting Tuesday. Smoke is possible in nearby communities

CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago police say DNA evidence ties one of their former homicide detectives to the decades-old murder of an 8-year-old girl who was abducted as she was walking to church more than 65 years ago. Gloria Kowalewicz was found shot dead in a ditch in 1960, just hours

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

New Mexico's Medicaid Pharmacy and Therapeutics and Drug Utilization Review committees will meet virtually at 8 a.m. Tuesday for a public quarterly session

Albuquerque Public Schools will hold two public meetings Oct. 13-14 to gather community feedback on priorities for its 2027-28 budget.

With its maintenance team at nearly half strength, the city is partnering with a local trade school to recruit technicians and keep buses on the road

The UMB Financial Corporation Charitable Foundation donated $400,000 to the Albuquerque International Balloon Museum

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Vatican has detailed laws, rituals and norms to transfer papal power if a pope dies or resigns. But none of them apply when he is sick or even unconscious. Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery Tuesday to remove a nodule on his lung. As a result, he remains pope

Voters across the country are worried about the effects artificial intelligence data centers are having on electricity bills, water and the environment. The data center issue has dominated the competitive governor’s race in Nevada, where 80% of the land is owned by the federal government. Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo is

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

San Juan College's annual Halloween Carnival is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24 in the schools' Learning Commons Plaza. See details below. Courtesy San Juan College It’s spooky season, and San Juan College Student Engagement and Campus Life are inviting trick-or-treaters of all ages to celebrate at its annual Halloween Carnival

BUNIA, Congo (AP) — Confirmed cases in Congo’s Ebola outbreak have surpassed 9,000, with more than 4,300 deaths, as health authorities struggle to contain an outbreak spreading across seven provinces, according to government figures released Tuesday. The Health Ministry reported 9,066 confirmed cases and 4,381 deaths, with the death toll

Cornell University suspended parties at fraternity houses until next year and is giving state police a role in investigating reports of sexual assault on campus in the school’s latest response to outrage over its handling of a gang rape allegation. The measures announced Tuesday by Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff include

A man who fell to his death from a roller coaster at an Atlanta-area amusement park was not the first to die on such a ride in recent years. Authorities have not released information about how 42-year-old Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem was thrown from Goliath at Six Flags over Georgia

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes on Tuesday ordered a halt to tree-cutting at the East Potomac Golf Course until Oct. 26, putting a further pause on work at the historic D.C. course that has been part of President Donald Trump’s plans to remake the city. Reyes issued

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A new AP-NORC poll shows that most Americans think Donald Trump is profiting off the presidency in unethical or illegal ways and is focused more on adding to his personal wealth than helping the country since returning to the White House. The poll results come after a blockbuster year for

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

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

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

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

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court agreed on Tuesday to consider if a Nigerian man is ineligible for asylum because he cooked meals at a camp for leaders of a group that the U.S. government considers to be a terrorist organization. The high court, granting a request by President Donald

WASHINGTON (AP) — CVS Pharmacy Inc. and various subsidiaries have agreed to pay $315 million to resolve a Justice Department case alleging it unlawfully dispensed medically unnecessary prescriptions of highly addictive opioids, officials said Tuesday. The settlement resolves a lawsuit brought in 2024 that accused the healthcare giant of providing

A view of the Pit, home of the UNM Lobos basketball team (Courtesy Molzen-Corbin & Associates)Molzen-Corbin & Associates ALBUQUERQUE – Fresh off being tabbed as the preseason favorite to win the Mountain West Conference, the University of New Mexico men’s basketball team unveiled its complete 32-game schedule for the 2026-27

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

Formula 1 has confirmed Rwanda will host a race from “the early 2030s” when the series returns to Africa after about 40 years. The African Grand Prix will have a 10-year contract and take place at a track in Bugesera, southeast of the capital, Kigali. F1 says the track will

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

PARIS (AP) — Cyberattacks disrupted European supermarket chains, affecting refrigeration systems at hundreds of stores in France and forcing a major grocer to shut down websites serving customers in Europe and the United States. French Finance Minister Roland Lescure told Parliament on Tuesday that about 700 of the country’s 10,000

Attractions are seen at Six Flags Over Georgia, about 15 miles northwest of Atlanta, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart) AUSTELL, Georgia — An Atlanta man killed on a roller coaster at Six Flags over Georgia was thrown from the ride and struck other patrons before landing below, police

A golfer walks past the stump of a large tree at the East Potomac Golf Links, Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) WASHINGTON – U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes on Monday ordered a 24-hour halt to tree-cutting at the East Potomac Golf Course, a historic D.C. course

Kimberly Guilfoyle speaks as President Donald Trump listens at a reception celebrating Greek Independence Day in the East Room of the White House, March 24, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File) WASHINGTON (AP) – The White House says President Donald Trump’s ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, has been asked

Waves from post-tropical cyclone Rachel crash into beachfront homes in Long Beach, California, on Monday. Jae C. Hong/AP Photo ENSENADA, México – Hurricane Simon pounded western Mexico with more wind and rain Monday after tropical weather systems caused five deaths and damage in Pacific coastal towns and resorts. The eye

Grocery store chain Kroger said it will lay off 3,000 corporate employees over the next three years as it ramps up its use of artificial intelligence to streamline operations. “Technology is reshaping what’s possible,” CEO Greg Foran wrote in a memo to employees on Monday. “The way work gets done

WASHINGTON (AP) — Katie Zacharia, the new White House press secretary, faced reporters for the first time on Tuesday for a very brief turn at the lectern, taking a handful of questions before abruptly wrapping it up. Zacharia, a conservative commentator who most recently worked for President Donald Trump’s social

Pope Leo XIV’s surgery confirmed that he has lung cancer, and he had the lower lobe of his right lung removed, the Vatican said Tuesday.

Urban Renewal Authority is studying a potential redevelopment

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Israel on Tuesday returned 22 ancient artifacts that had been illegally removed from Greece, as Athens steps up an international repatriation campaign ultimately aimed at securing the return of sculptures taken from the Acropolis. Culture Minister Lina Mendoni received the objects from the Israel Antiquities Authority

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House publicly asked for U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle’s resignation on Tuesday as she faced mounting accusations of improper conduct, and she announced within two hours that she was quitting, ending days of talk and speculation about her professional fate. Guilfoyle insisted that she

CAIRO (AP) — A coalition of forces in Yemen led by Saudi Arabia carried out new airstrikes Tuesday on the Houthi rebel-held Yemeni capital of Sanaa, the Houthi-run broadcaster Al Masirah and residents said. The strikes marked a fresh escalation in the widening Middle East crisis and came shortly after

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court, siding with the Trump administration, agreed on Tuesday to hear arguments in a watchdog’s lawsuit seeking public records about billionaire Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. The high court is intervening for a second time in Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington’s case,

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

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

Kimberly Guilfoyle has resigned as ambassador to Greece and says she’ll vigorously defend herself against allegations of improper and possibly illegal conduct. Trump’s new White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia, dropped the news during a brief first press conference. President Donald Trump’s diesel deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin has

LONDON (AP) — Iran is trying to hit military sites in Britain and the suspected plot to attack a U.S.-run military air base in September is “not unique,” the head of the MI5 spy agency said Tuesday, as he warned that both Tehran and Moscow are expanding their attacks against

The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer and had the lower lobe of his right lung removed. The surgery Tuesday confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma. The 71-year-old was in the operating room for about three hours, with the surgery lasting 90 minutes. The Vatican stated the surgery

City staff members present two price estimates

BERLIN (AP) — Authorities in Germany briefly shut an airport and scrambled fighter jets to escort a passenger plane after an emergency call raised fears of a possible hijacking but turned out to be over a radio problem, officials said. The carrier, Corendon Airlines, said the Boeing 737-800 flying from

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine received no early warning from its partners about five Russian ballistic missiles that hit civilian infrastructure in the capital of Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday, as tensions rise between the Ukrainian leader and U.S. President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy did not specify which partners he

A local woman’s fight against hunger lives on through a fundraiser in her honor that has already raised close to $8,500 toward a $20,000 goal. The post Pay it 4ward: Honoring a legacy to fight hunger appeared first on KOB 4 .

Three young men died after a driver lost control of a purple 2013 Infiniti near I-40 and Unser and the car burst into flames. The post Neighbors concerned with speeding after 3 young men were killed in crash appeared first on KOB 4 .

The U.S. Army is deploying hundreds of soldiers to Texas' Rio Grande Valley in response to what it says are signs of elevated activity from Mexican drug cartels. Mexico also has sent hundreds of troops to the state of Tamaulipas across from Texas to coordinate with the U.S. The Army

Brian Eno, the multi-hyphenate artist, producer, sound designer and political activist best known for his pioneering work in ambient and electronic music, relaunches his transformative label Opal Records on Friday. He originally founded it in 1988 and put it on hiatus in 1991. Eno tells The Associated Press he is

NEW YORK (AP) — Most Americans think Donald Trump is profiting off the presidency in unethical or illegal ways and is focused more on his wealth than helping people like them, a new AP-NORC poll finds. As Trump’s family business pulls in record money from new ventures helped by his

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

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich is denouncing President Trump’s announcement that the U.S. will purchase diesel from Russia in an effort to lower fuel prices. The post ‘We don’t do business with Russia’ – Heinrich denounces Trump’s Russian diesel deal appeared first on KOB 4 .

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

CEUTA, Spain (AP) — King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia will make their first visit to Ceuta on Tuesday in a show of solidarity with residents of the Spanish city in North Africa as they grapple with a migration crisis that has strained relations with Morocco. The royal couple will

A bipartisan group of senators have introduced a bill they say would speed up U.S. energy projects as demand rises. The post Heinrich promotes bi-partisan bill to speed up energy projects, create new rules on data centers appeared first on KOB 4 .

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A Las Vegas High School football coach was arrested on charges of battery.

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

2027 Balloon Fiesta theme announced

Nine-year-old dies in Las Cruces after being struck by a train

The Outpost Performance Space has launched a $5.2 million campaign to expand operations – and has already raised nearly half of that money. The post Outpost music venue launches $5.2M campaign to expand operations in Albuquerque appeared first on KOB 4 .

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Ronald McDonald House New Mexico is hosting a special Wine and Fries fundraiser to support its mission of helping families with children who need medical care. The house offers free stay for those families at a time when they need the most comfort. However, they count

New Mexico U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich stopped by to talk about where the war in Iran stands and what he's doing to help fight high gas prices. The post New Mexico US Sen. Martin Heinrich: 1-on-1 on Trump’s Russia diesel deal, Iran war and more appeared first on KOB 4

Cornell University is suspending parties and other social events at fraternity houses for the rest of the academic year. The announcement came Tuesday amid mounting outrage over its handling of allegations that a female student was sexually assaulted at a fraternity house in 2024. President Michael Kotlikoff announced the measures,

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to halt work on a historic D.C. golf course until Oct. 26, pending more court action. The golf course has been part of President Donald Trump’s plans to remake the city. U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes issued the order Tuesday, one day

A 9-year-old girl is dead after she wandered off from her home and was struck by a train early Tuesday morning in Las Cruces. The post Train hits and kills Las Cruces girl overnight appeared first on KOB 4 .

CVS Pharmacy Inc. and various subsidiaries have agreed to pay $315 million to resolve a Justice Department case alleging it unlawfully dispensed medically unnecessary prescriptions of highly addictive opioids. The settlement announced Tuesday resolves a lawsuit brought in 2024 that accused the healthcare giant of providing massive amounts of opioids

The City of Albuquerque has a whole lineup of events to celebrate spooky season, starting this Thursday and going through the big day itself. The post City of Albuquerque to host Halloween events appeared first on KOB 4 .

The City of Clovis is hosting a meeting Tuesday for people impacted by flooding caused by torrential rainfall in late-September. The post Clovis to host meeting on recent flooding appeared first on KOB 4 .

Albuquerque native Lillie Kolich wowed NBC's "The Voice" again and is moving on after winning Monday night's battle round. The post Albuquerque native advances on ‘The Voice’ after battle round appeared first on KOB 4 .

Grocery store chain Kroger says it will lay off 3,000 corporate employees over the next three years as it ramps up its use of artificial intelligence to streamline operations. In a memo to Kroger employees on Monday, CEO Greg Foran said the company needs to take advantage of recent advances

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

UPDATE (2:55 p.m.): ABC-7 reached out to BNSF about the incident. It sent the following statement: "At approximately 2 a.m. mountain time today, an eastbound train truck an individual at a crossing in Las Cruces, NM. There were no reported injuries to the crew. The individual was fatally injured. Additional

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For Wayne Jones Sr., discussing the horrific supermarket shooting in Buffalo, New York, in which a white supremacist killed 10 people, including Jones’ mother, Celestine Chaney, has taken over much of his life these past four years. He can numbly list talking points for media and gun violence panels. But

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

CHAPARRAL, N.M. (KVIA) -- A Chaparral woman faces two counts of human trafficking after a victim came forward, according to court documents ABC-7 obtained. Otero County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested 37-year-old Landy Victoria Carrejo on two counts of criminal solicitation to commit human trafficking. Her charges resulted from two different

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

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

Construction on Rio Bravo Boulevard to cause traffic delays

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Limited parking at Sunport due to passenger traffic

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Taos firefighters held out their boots to passing drivers Friday (Oct. 9) and came back with just over $46,000, Lt. Brian Levine said, celebrating the department's 93rd annual fire drive. The money pays for firefighter training, for volunteers...

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

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

Ruidoso’s 2026 AspenFest celebrated fall with colorful floats, marching bands and community groups traveling along Sudderth Drive under the theme “Harvest Adventure.” Following the parade, Wingfield Park hosted food trucks and live performances by the Doso Dirtbags, Mammoth Cults and Nova Rush, bringing residents, visitors and XTERRA fans together for

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

House districts in New Mexico show clear partisan entrenchment, with urban areas trending Democratic and rural ones increasingly Republican.

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

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

The story of how gifted young writer Sylvester Stallone made himself a movie star is part of the Santa Fe International Film Festival.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Its eye remains offshore, but powerful winds and rain are hitting areas between the Sierra Madre and the ocean.

The remnants of Isaias have brought heavy rain and flooding risks to parts of the central Appalachians and mid-Atlantic region.

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

President Donald Trump on Friday appeared to leave open the possibility that the federal government won’t livestream a military execution planned for December that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had said would be public. But Trump also told reporters at the White House that he had “absolutely” approved livestreaming the execution.

A former Cornell University student’s allegations of gang rape in 2024 have renewed attention on a difficult area of sexual assault law. A person can be awake, responsive and even able to move during a sexual encounter while still being so intoxicated or impaired that they cannot understand what is

President Donald Trump has formed a White House committee to investigate Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, escalating even further a lengthy feud with the Federal Reserve Board member. The three-member committee will seek evidence that Cook made false statements in obtaining a mortgage and will hold a closed-door hearing at

Hurricane Isaias made landfall Friday night in Destin, Florida, packing 110 mph winds that knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses across a large swath of the Southeast. Heavy rains from the storm’s remnants could still cause major flooding over the weekend, forecasters warned. At least

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

A senior Iranian official says Tehran finds the latest U.S. response to a proposal to end the war “insufficient."

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

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

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

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

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

Violations of the New Mexico Food Code are often corrected on-site during an inspection. Some require reinspection within three business days.

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

Cabinet Secretary Stephanie Rodriguez said the new employment data will help New Mexicans make informed education choices and help colleges de…

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

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

It's the latest effort from the Trump administration to crack down on foreign enrollment.

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

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

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

From the water cycle to photosynthesis, these processes work together to create the conditions necessary for life on our shared pale blue home. The post Learn Science with Dr. V: Earth the Pale Blue Dot appeared first on Ruidoso News .

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

Poll shows Haaland ahead as Hull strategy faces scrutiny Albuquerque Journal

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

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

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

Despite poor reviews and a D+ CinemaScore, its $19 million production budget marks another win for the horror genre.

The Vatican said Sunday the surgery is scheduled in the coming days, with a recovery time of about a week.

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

Construction process could begin as early as mid-October

School administrators increasingly use AI to decide which books to ban.

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

130 vendors lined Main Avenue on Saturday

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

Lobos test themselves against Oklahoma State Albuquerque Journal

In Las Vegas, Nev., where Latinos top a third of the population, mariachi music is a much loved and popular staple.

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

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

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

Meet the Zebras behind Balloon Fiesta's liftoffs Albuquerque Journal

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

The film business was once considered a good bet for diversifying and expanding New Mexico's economy. It may be reawakening after a slump.

The aspens are already drawing people up N.M. 475, with the Forest Service expecting “ample fall color” though some impacts from the drought a…

While New Mexico overall has seen a drop in film spending, the industry has grown in Las Cruces, a destination for indie productions.

Artesia boys’ soccer team defeats Goddard 2-1.

See video here: https://losalamos.granicus.com/player/clip/4943?meta_id=331852 BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com Los Alamos County Councilors heard in great detail Oct. 6 from Emergency Management staff about what happened as a result of a fiber cut at 1:38 p.m. September 24 in the Old Buckman Area in Santa Fe County near the Rio Grande. A

Man charged with casting dead wife's vote in 2024 election Albuquerque Journal

The 40th annual Piñon Awards was another classy tour de applause from the Santa Fe Community Foundation.

Rep. Sarah Silva found a Smith & Wesson 12-round magazine with eight 9 mm cartridges at a recent Legislative Finance Committee meeting in …

Miriam Feder, 92, hopes to encourage other breast cancer survivors to speak up for themselves at the doctor’s office.

The observance Monday of Indigenous Peoples Day, which is a state holiday in New Mexico — or Columbus Day as it is known federally — will affe…

Lady Dogs defeat Portales 7-0.

BY ROBERT B. GIBSONChairBoard of Public Utilities Question #3 (the very last one) on this year’s Los Alamos election ballot is simple. Its full explanation is not. The question asks voters whether or not to repeal a provision in Sec. 509 of the County Charter, effectively the County’s constitution. That

UNM abandons plan to acquire Las Vegas hospital Albuquerque Journal

A number of candidates are running for retention or running unopposed for election or reelection as judges in the November election.

In an interview with Searchlight New Mexico, Republican Ramona Goolsby talks about her concerns about the state’s election system and her visi…

Evergreen High School has introduced two Labradors, Norene and Polenta, to help students cope with stress after a school shooting. The dogs, p…

Democratic nominee James Talarico has stopped holding campaign events in the Texas Senate race, and his team says he has the flu. His Republic…

The Carlsbad Cavemen cross country team placed second among 17 teams Friday at the Coach Mo and Marquise Weast Twilight Meet in Artesia. Carlsbad finished behind Taos High School, one of New Mexico’s top 4A programs, while defeating its District 5-4A competition, including Clovis. The Cavemen next compete Oct. 17

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

At least four people died after the first hurricane of the Atlantic season roared onto the Florida Panhandle and carved a path into the Southeast.

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

Constitutional Amendment 4 would make New Mexico the nation’s last unpaid Legislature a paid one, potentially opening service to more residents. Supporters say compensation could improve representation, while critics fear rewarding lawmakers. The debate also highlights conflicts of interest, weak recusal rules and the need for stronger ethics standards and

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

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

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

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

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

France’s Alizee Paties captured her first XTERRA World Championship, validating her No. 2 world ranking and claiming her fifth triathlon gold of the year. The post France’s Paties wins women’s XTERRA World Championship appeared first on Alamogordo News .

France’s Alizee Paties captured her first XTERRA World Championship, validating her No. 2 world ranking and claiming her fifth triathlon gold of the year. The post France’s Paties wins women’s XTERRA World Championship appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

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

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

Three dead in fiery West Side crash, police say Albuquerque Journal

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

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

For centuries, tuberculosis was mistaken for a supernatural vampire stalking families and consuming young victims. This Gothic history follows the disease from New England’s vampire panics and Mercy Brown’s exhumation to Robert Koch’s discovery of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, its romanticization as an artistic malady, public-health reforms, dubious cures, and the westward

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The League of Women Voters of Southern New Mexico has distributed 14,000 free voter guides covering Doña Ana County and statewide races in the Nov. 3 election.

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

Nathan Rivas was sentenced to 90 years in prison for his role in the 2025 Young Park mass shooting, making him the final defendant sentenced in the case.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Residents dismayed at persistent alleged illicit activity near Park Elementary

Suit: New Mexico firm profited from illegal rendition flights to Salvadoran prison Albuquerque Journal

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

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

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

KRWG Public Media is covering the Grant County Sheriff's race. Early voting in the state is underway, and election day is November 3rd. Democratic candidate Raul Villanueva spoke with Susan Morée.

Due to required maintenance, KRWG-TV will be off the air in El Paso and Alamogordo from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. tonight (10/9).

BY LWV OBSERVER CORPS Editor’s note: Members of the League of Woman Voters of Los Alamos Observer Corps have been providing LWV members with reports on certain meetings in the County for many years. These reports have been included in the LWV’s monthly newsletter and now, at the invitation of

BY LWV OBSERVER CORPS Editor’s note: Members of the League of Woman Voters of Los Alamos Observer Corps have been providing LWV members with reports on certain meetings in the County for many years. These reports have been included in the LWV’s monthly newsletter and now, at the invitation of

Prediction markets have emerged as a flashpoint in state and federal relations, as a host of states struggle with the Trump administration over who has authority to regulate the platforms and whether state laws restricting gambling apply to them. Four New Mexico pueblos and tribes sued Kalshi in U.S. District

Gregg Hull, the Republican nominee running to be New Mexico’s next governor, appeared alone at the only gubernatorial debate scheduled before the Nov. 3 election. The broadcast Thursday night had many of the trappings of a traditional debate — two podiums, a background projecting an American flag blowing in the

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

Nearly half of the nation's states have either passed or signed legislation that regulates tech companies or protects consumer personal data, research shows — but New Mexico is not one of them. The ACLU of New Mexico urged lawmakers Thursday to bring the state into that fold.

Measles cases for the calendar year surpassed 4,000 for the first time in decades, with as many as five deaths in Pennsylvania, as the federal government steps in with financial help for states but also fans vaccination fears and skepticism. A weekly report from the Centers for Disease Control and

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Albuquerque Journal Events - Festivus for the Rest of Us 5K Run/Walk & Kids Festivus Dash Albuquerque Journal

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

Rogers reflects on key accomplishments and challenges in county government

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

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

U.S. Congressman Gabe Vasquez used social media posts from October 8-9, 2026 to document campaign stops across New Mexico’s second district as he rallied supporters ahead of the November election.

Six new townhomes will add diversity to DSD’s portfolio

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

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

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

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

Pilot tests will pave the way for safer streets

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

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

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

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

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

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

Senator Michael Padilla shared updates from October about his committee leadership in Sunland Park, support for local businesses like Proofed Bread Company in Las Cruces, and new economic agreements involving Fujitsu.

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

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

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

Deb Haaland posted on October 9, 2026 about New Mexico’s unique chile industry, scenic landscapes, and her visit to Cuidando Los Niños in Albuquerque.

The New Mexico Department of Transportation has reopened the U.S. 60 bridge just three days after severe storm damage led to its closure and a lengthy detour for travelers. Crews continue repair efforts across all districts following weeks of heavy rainfall.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lady ‘Dogs volleyball team defeats Hobbs.

3 District games can decide Artesia district fate.

Volunteers portraying injured passengers triaged, some taken to Mercy Hospital

Tenette, Hall return to defend Lobo Howl spotlight Albuquerque Journal

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

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

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

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

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

The Pecos River headwaters rush untamed through miles of steep canyons and pine-covered slopes. When it exits New Mexico, the Pecos looks more like a tightly managed creek — a conveyance delivering carefully tallied water through the middle of the Permian Basin, the country’s most productive oil and gas region.

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

WASHINGTON — A federal judge will rule in the coming days on whether the Trump administration can legally rescind White House press passes for journalists at three news organizations, or if those reporters will be able to continue accessing the grounds while the case continues. U.S. District Judge for the

New Mexico cybersecurity officials told state lawmakers Thursday to prioritize updating digital security systems across state agencies before other countries develop a high-tech quantum computer. The admonition came the same day Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced a partnership with Japan-based tech company Fujitsu to establish a quantum computing research center

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

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

[caption id="attachment_108886" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press File Photo by Juno Ogle)Artist Louie Salazar, center in back, watches as volunte...

Urban hospitals are closing at roughly the same rate as rural ones, and the shuttered hospitals are more likely to have served communities with high poverty rates and fewer transportation options, according to a new study published Thursday in the journal JAMA. Researchers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of

WASHINGTON — Rebecca Myers lives in one of the nation’s most hotly contested congressional districts, and tariffs were on her mind as she voted early and in-person in Suffolk, Virginia in late September. The 44-year-old trained social worker said she and her husband, who recently retired after 25 years in

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A perfect storm of harsh immigration enforcement, aging journeymen and a building boom for data centers is wreaking havoc on the nation’s supply of skilled trade workers. Automakers and construction contractors say they need more access to workers through accelerated training, steady immigration and a cultural shift to encourage young

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

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

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

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

DHS Green Team hosts event annually

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

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

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

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

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

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

ESTANCIA, N.M. — Estancia High School takes its powerhouse ground game on the road Saturday evening, traveling to Bernalillo High School for a District 2-2A clash against the Legacy Academy Silverbacks. The Bears enter the contest riding high at 6–1 overall (1–0 district) after routing Tularosa 53–14. Legacy Academy sits

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

MORIARTY, N.M. — With a quick-strike offense headed into town, the Pintos three-headed monster rushing attacks needs to do more than gain yards and score touchdowns – Moriarty needs to eat up the clock on Friday night. It’s another contrast in styles as the both schools have high-powered offenses that

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

After moving to Artesia in 2009, Toby Heisler built a career in the oil and gas industry before turning his lifelong passion for sports cards into The Locker Room Cards & Collectibles. Opened with his wife and son, the shop offers vintage and modern sports cards, Pokémon, memorabilia and merchandise,

The police chief in New Mexico’s second-largest city attempted this week to allay lawmaker fears about one of the most controversial tools in law enforcement: Flock cameras. But by the end of the presentation, some still had big questions and concerns about the technology Democratic-majority Legislature and governor opted to

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque checked off some goals this year, while others are still a work in progress. The City Council reviewed Mayor Tim Keller’s fiscal year 2026 objectives Monday, Oct. 5, looking at everything from thousands of visits at the Gateway sobering center to ongoing problems

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For nine days each October, hot air balloons fill Albuquerque’s morning sky as visitors pack hotels, restaurants and businesses across the city. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta brings hundreds of thousands of visitors, boosting the local economy. As the 2026 event continues, its full

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. The Balloon Fiesta enters its final stretch this weekend as Rio Rancho and Sandoval County serve up a proper fall weekend — pumpkins, stained glass, fire extinguisher demos, a live turkey and a comedian who played Sabrina’s aunt for nine seasons. Friday: The Fiesta continues

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

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

By Rodd Cayton Those interested in the straight dope about big happenings in the East Mountains might want to be in Sandia Park on Oct. 19. The East Mountains Protection Action Coalition (EMPAC) will host its second Community Gathering, with residents, community leaders and elected officials joining to discuss issues

Colorado governor visits tribe two years later

Sen. StewartMimi's mess is getting messier.It's revealed in newly released police video from the Santa Fe PD that at her 2024 auto accident, Senate President Pro Tem Mimi Stewart phoned the Governor's office and asked them to send the state police to the scene to handle the investigation. The request

Changes are coming for Century Bank if a deal with Oklahoma-based 7Bank Corp goes through. The Española location at 322 N. Riverside Drive is expected to keep its name, but not its local ownership. However, Century Bank CEO Max Myers said in a telephone interview that they will continue to

For former Rio Grande SUN sports writer George Morse, there was no place he’d rather be than outside. Whether strolling on a trail through the woods headed for a creek with a fly rod over his shoulder, or toting a rifle in search of larger game — or even digging

(Photo by Ben Sandoval/Meye Vision Images) About 160 guests attended the Small Town Outreach Recruitment and Yield event Sept. 28 at Northern New Mexico College. Colleges from across the country were present and 74 students were registered for the program, which is a collaborative initiative to connect with, recruit and

Watching social media chatter and newspaper letters to the editor, I see two questions dominating discussions of the governor’s race: Will she or won’t she? Is he or isn’t he? Democrat Deb Haaland answered the first recently, saying she won’t debate. Republican Gregg Hull isn’t saying if he’s a Trump

October’s cooling temperatures are creating favorable trout-fishing conditions across northern New Mexico. Anglers found good success with PowerBait at Lake Maloya, Pat’s Rubber Legs on the Pecos River, and olive streamers near Questa on the Rio Grande. Rainbow trout fishing was exceptionally good in the San Juan River’s quality waters

Community 1st Bank Las Vegas has served generations of residents, local businesses and agricultural operations across northeastern New Mexico for more than 75 years. For more than 75 years, Community 1st Bank Las Vegas has served the individuals, families, businesses and agricultural operations of northeastern New Mexico. The institution’s history

Tenor André García-Nuthmann, music instructor at New Mexico Highlands University, is set to perform Canciones Españolas, an hour of Spanish-language art songs Thursday, Oct. 15, at 6 p.m. He will perform at the First Presbyterian Church, 1000 Douglas Ave., with pianist Marina Bengoa Roldán, who teaches music at Eastern New

Bulldogs and Wildcats bnoys soccer end in a 1-1 tie.

Check out the Artesia Daily Press’ best photos from the Bulldogs’ win over Portales at Robert Chase Field on Saturday night.

19-year-old became champion in Lake Placid, New York, on Sunday

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Taos compound case upended by appeals ruling; two defendants who faced life sentences to go free Albuquerque Journal

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By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Congress Woman Teresa Ledger Fernandez was in Raton Wednesday afternoon October 10-2026, to present the City of Raton with a check to help cover the cost of the I-27 alignment study which is a first step in the estimated $3 billion project. Lauren Garduño, CEO…

The state agency tasked with investigating police misconduct has a staffing vacancy rate of about 50 percent. Even so, top officials from the New Mexico Department of Public Safety have recently blocked new hires at the state Law Enforcement...

Hannah Riseley-White, director of the New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission, told lawmakers last week that the state must prepare for “25 to 30 percent less water in our streams and recharging our aquifers by 2070.” “That is really...

Initial recommendations by the task force studying New Mexico’s public records law include creating a public portal for traffic accident reports and charging out-of-state requesters for police body camera footage. Members of the Inspection of...

The candidates vying to be New Mexico’s next state land commissioner face a historic period in the trajectory of the state’s 9 million acres of trust land. As interest continues to spike from both the federal government and private sector in...

Spay Taos has received more than $17,000 in grants to expand its surgical capacity and continue providing free veterinary care to pets across Northern New Mexico, according to Spay Taos Press releases.. The nonprofit clinic received a $10,000...

The Taos County Cultural Treasures Project celebrates this week with music, blessings and green chile stew at the restored county courthouse. But the people behind it told county commissioners Tuesday at their Oct. 6 regular meeting that it was...

More than one in four homes in Taos County currently sits empty, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest five-year estimate released this year. The first such study drawn entirely from 2020 onwards, it estimates that over half of those 5,701...

Moo-ve over, federal meat inspectors. There’s a new inspection protocol open to New Mexico meat producers and processors. The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the New Mexico Livestock Board after years of preparation have finalized a plan for a...

The Taos News marked its 26th Tradiciones event Wednesday evening (Oct. 7), celebrating nine unsung heroes in the Taos County community and naming Sonya Struck citizen of the year.

Waiver raises questions over state authority, border construction By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff A new Trump administration determination allowi...

For the Headlight Luna County officials and Schneider Electric will celebrate the completion of a county-wide solar and energy efficiency project that...

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Las Cruces' minimum and tipped wages will increase starting Jan. 1, 2027, the city announced Wednesday. According to the Las Cruces Municipal Code (LCMC), minimum wage will increase to $13.47 per hour and the tipped wage will increase to $5.39 per hour. For 2026, Las

The Village of Angel Fire is preparing to take over responsibility for Angel Fire Airport from Colfax County after the Federal Aviation Administration approved the transfer of airport sponsorship, according to an Oct. 5 village press release. The...

A visit to the dental hygienist should mean more than getting one’s teeth cleaned. That’s at least the approach that Kendra Romero, a registered dental hygienist who opened Pure Hygiene Dental Clinic in Taos on Friday (Sept. 25), takes. At her...

New Mexicans can now explore poison exposure trends in their own counties through a new online dashboard developed by the New Mexico Poison and Drug Information Center and the New Mexico Department of Health. The Poisoning Data Dashboard...

Three rifle volleys broke the quiet outside San Albino Church in Mesilla on Sept. 25 as members of the El Perro Diablo Honor Guard carried out a ritual they have performed hundreds of times.  Weeks earlier, that precision earned the Las...

Albuquerque – On October 6th, 2026, the Albuquerque Police Department was alerted about a stolen vehicle near Central Ave and San Mateo Blvd NE. An officer attempted a traffic stop and initially the vehicle came to a stop but as is often the case they decided to flee. According to

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) -- A trial date has been set for a former Dona Ana County magistrate judge and his wife accused of tampering with evidence in relation to the arrest of a suspected gang member. Former judge Joel Cano and his wife, Nancy, are accused of illegally

World-class XTERRA triathletes met Ruidoso residents Wednesday ahead of Saturday’s World Championship race.

Newly released police body-camera footage is shedding new light on a 2024 Santa Fe crash involving one of New Mexico’s most powerful lawmakers — including the revelation that Senate President Pro Tempore Mimi Stewart called the Governor’s Office after striking a pedestrian and told responding officers that New Mexico State

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Albuquerque – On October 6th, 2026, an Albuquerque Police Department officer was patrolling the War Zone when he observed a Dodge Challenger on the side of the road. According to the criminal complaint, the officer saw the driver do a hand-to-hand drug deal. That driver has since been identified as

[caption id="attachment_108871" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Deming Headlight File Photo by Billy Armendariz)The Fairground Throw Down will have a ...

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

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health has renewed a statewide public health order expanding syphilis testing as the state continues efforts to

Recent rains pave the way for less severe drought conditions