Clerk's failure to lock store led to thefts, fatal shooting

Gabriella Blakey can lead New Mexico's largest district until at least June 2030

More women are enrolling in trades programs at Central New Mexico Community College, turning the tide of underrepresentation in the field.

New Mexico is setting up the statewide medical psilocybin program to be more accessible to patients later this year with the creation of a treatment equity fund, which was signed into law last week. Psilocybin is naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain mushrooms. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the

The Foster Alliance nonprofit organization is expanding in New Mexico to provide support for more foster families in the state.

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

No one likes to dwell on it much, but when we, as Hamlet so eloquently soliloquized, “shed this mortal coil,” there are matters that remain to contend with, such as where the remains will remain. Bloomfield Cemetery, which has served area residents since the early 1900s, is moving forward with

Commissioners aim to preempt state law barring detention contracts

Civil rights organizations demand city rescind ordinance

Western Oregon University provost and vice president of academic affairs succeeds Joseph Shepard

Injuries do not 'appear to be life-threatening,' spokesperson says

Celebration in border village draws thousands

Cause of apartment fire remains under investigation, Fire Rescue says

Notes and tidbits from Monday's meeting

Regents proceed with budget draft without several student cost increases

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Little Toad Creek Brewery and Distillery is hosting a Shamrock Stroll today alongside other St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Those strolling can start at any one of the participating businesses, and if they visit at least five and end at the Toad, they will receive

Chaves County residents who need to be transported long distances for critical care or life-threatening injuries will have a way to reach care facilities in Albuquerque, Lubbock or El Paso by air.

It is unclear what started fire or how it's connected to death

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

Consultants recommend a sports stadium as part of fairground master plan

McCasland experienced 'mental fog' in weeks leading up to disappearance, according to BCSO

Las Cruces state representative says commissioners may have violated transparency law

Mayor says the timeline on changes is unknown, but it will be important to get community input

‘You have to deal with your grief and not bury it,’ says loved one of three crash victims

FARMINGTON – The Durango High baseball team got the Scorpion Invite off to a winning start at Ricketts Park with a 4-2 win Thursday morning over Bloomfield. The Demons (2-2) got a solid performance both on the mound at the plate from senior Austin Romero who scored a run while

The District Attorney’s Office has filed a motion for pretrial detention for a man accused of setting a fire in the Santa Clara post office last week, after the same man had been arrested twice for making multiple calls to 911 just the week before. A hearing on pretrial detention

Death appears to be 'the result of a medical episode,' spokesperson says

Seal would recognize high school seniors who excel in civics coursework or community engagement

Police say a 19-year-old now faces murder and other related charges in a shooting death during an attempted truck theft

A string of assaults along the west side Rio Grande bosque has led to a heightened law enforcement presence, school security measures and relocated activities for local groups

Amy Barela’s reelection bid triggers GOP infighting over party rules

Resorts depend on snowmaking operations to keep lifts turning as unseasonably warm, dry winter draws to a close

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Western New Mexico University men’s basketball team is in Dallas today, preparing to play their first game at the National Collegiate Athletic Association DII South Central Region Championship. They will play against St. Edward’s University at Burg Center in Dallas, the team’s first

The Cobre High School Lady Indians ran into a buzzsaw in the semifinals of the Class AAA state basketball tournament. Late Thursday night at the Rio Rancho Events Center, the top-seeded Lady Eagles of Navajo Prep pulled away from the fifth-seeded Lady Indians to post a 55-27 decision. Navajo Prep

Health officials report New Mexico’s first animal rabies case of the year and urge residents to keep pets vaccinated and avoid contact with wild animals

War, reserve releases and refinery attacks are driving high prices that could extend the Permian boom and reshape New Mexico’s budget

Cliff High School’s run in the Class A state basketball tournament came to an end Thursday afternoon in the Rio Rancho Events Center. The second-seeded Cowgirls fell 32-28 to third-seeded Roy/Mosquero. Cliff led 28-24 with 3:15 left to play, but the Blue rallied and took the lead for good with

Lockups in Luna, Doña Ana and Hidalgo counties affected

Albuquerque is experiencing unusually high temperatures this March, with forecasts predicting highs over 90 degrees this Saturday.

Change would have raised $113 million for budget, brought raises for city workers

The Grant County Sheriff’s Office on Friday identified a man found dead after a house fire and renewed its request for the public’s help in identifying a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run — both of which occurred on March 6. Henry A. Wedgwood of Arenas Valley was identified as the

Officer will watch live feeds from cameras and drones at city's Real Time Crime Center

An alleged overnight break-in has many who live on campus questioning what can be done to prevent non-students from entering dorms.

Meet the first responders called to the scene of mental health crises in Bernalillo County

'Running Wild helps our guests see wildlife through a new lens,' ABQ BioPark director says

Representatives from the Multi-Craft Core Curriculum program will visit several Central Consolidated School District high schools, including Newcomb, Shiprock High, Kirtland Central and Career Prep, on Wednesday, March 25. They will present graduating seniors with a direct pathway into union building trades careers. A one-hour presentations will cover the MC3

State gaming regulators issued a cease and desist letter to Lien Games Racing, saying greyhound wagers offered to New Mexicans violate the state’s ban on dog racing

Primary candidates include opponents and boosters of AI data center

Departure leaves three Republican candidates in the running for state’s top role

Deverne Torres Jr. faces up to 15 years in prison

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Henry V. “La Burra” Morales Recreation Center has been busy with sports, classes and community events since its opening in August 2025. Town of Silver City Parks and Recreation Director Julian Madrid said that the center sees 100 to 200 users daily, on

PHOENIX – Two of California’s top lawmakers said Thursday they want to rename César Chavez Day after stunning abuse allegations against the revered labor leader. Political leaders in states and cities are considering similar moves after the allegations became public, accusing Chavez of sexually abusing girls and Dolores Huerta, the

'We've been waiting for this,' state Rep. Joy Garrett says

RIO RANCHO — Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke, a pharmacist, small business owner and mother of three, has officially secured the Republican nominat…

A former police officer who needed to change careers found a new calling at the San Juan County Detention Center, where he helps detainees find work upon their release. Robert Shuttleworth, 31, oversees the Helping Offenders Achieve Purposeful Employment, or HOAPE, program at the jail. The program is in its

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

Police chief says investigation ongoing

A joint operation between the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office, the U.S. Marshals Service and law enforcement in California led to the recovery of a missing 2-year-old in California. “The safe recovery of this child is the result of strong coordination between law-enforcement partners across multiple states,” said David Barnett,

First lieutenant tribal governor: 'Crime has no boundaries and no jurisdictions'

Base near Alamogordo was put on lockdown at about 5:30 p.m., officials say

The next president of Western New Mexico University will have to get used to saying “Western New Mexico” rather than “Western Oregon.” With a unanimous vote Tuesday morning, the WNMU Board of Regents approved a contract with Jose E. Coll, now the provost and vice president of academic affairs at

Police have arrested a Santa Clara man, John Elizalde, in connection with a fire Wednesday morning that damaged the Santa Clara post office. Officials said the building will be closed until further notice. Fire Chief Larry Montoya said that papers in a recycling bin by the front door were set

New Mexico's measles case count in 2026 is now up to 13, according to data from the state's Department of Health.

High winds swept across New Mexico on Sunday, gusts hit as high as 81 mph at Raton airport, according to NWS

Police say phone records, jail calls and social media tied suspect to southeast area homicide

Dear Mr. Know-It-All: Your last column about water and the San Juan Water Commission got me thinking about the Animas LaPlata Project. We don’t hear much about it anymore. What’s the status of the project? Signed, Debbie Drought-er Dear Debbie, The Animas La Plata Water Project was the main reason

SUNLAND PARK — A heavyweight battle of New Mexico-bred sprinters is set for Sunday at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino as Mojica and Leave Them Behind headline a field of five in the 20th running of the $80,000 Mt. Cristo Rey Stakes. The 5 1/2-furlong sprint for 3-year-olds and upward

BLOOMFIELD, N.M. – The Bloomfield High School baseball team used patience at the plate and timely hitting to secure an 11-1, five-inning run-rule victory over Taos on Wednesday at Bobcat Stadium. Senior Marcus Carrillo earned the win for Bloomfield, allowing two hits, four walks and one run over five innings

‘Stopping takes seconds, losing someone lasts forever,’ Melinda Montoya says in commercial

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.

Schools, hospitals, courthouses and city property deemed off limits for Immigration and Customs Enforcement

NM became the first state to bar armed agents from polling locations in response to Trump's immigration crackdown and similar steps are being considered in at least a half dozen other Dem-led states

Front page of the Mach 16, 1939 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Mach 16, 1939 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. From Davenport (Iowa) Gazette Las Vegas is the natural gateway to the vast Territory of New Mexico. It is to this territory what Denver

Hundreds of Albuquerque‑area high schoolers got an inside look at Air Force careers Thursday in Albuquerque.

District must make significant gains to meet end-of-year goals

The Chicarra Poetry Slam Festival in Albuquerque offers a unique poetry experience this weekend.

Albuquerque - Just before 8:20 AM, a person called 911 to report finding a body behind a church in the 210 block of Locust St. NE. The caller stated they believed the individual appeared to be beyond help and had a wound to their face. Albuquerque Fire Rescue was dispatched

This week on "Voices of Taos," reporter Stephanie Gates sits down for a conversation with Nick Streit, owner of Taos Fly Shop and executive director of Friends of the Rio Grande. Nick and Stephanie talk about how this year’s warm, dry winter has...

A beloved mini golf course in Albuquerque is making a comeback with a new name, Putts-N-Pints, and a fresh look.

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

Mrs. Sprinkles Ice Cream in northeast Albuquerque is popular for the yummy desserts and unique creations she brought to us to show off.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Police detectives are investigating a death as a direction of a roadway is closed in northeast Albuquerque.The Albuquerque Police Department said its investigating a suspicious death in the area of Locust Street and Dr. Martin Luther King Avenue NE. Southbound traffic on Locust is closed in the area

Volunteers hand-scrub banner measuring nearly 2 acres

Candidates to visit the Socorro campus next week

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

A Newcomb High School senior is among more than 60 students statewide awarded scholarships by the New Mexico Activities Association Foundation for the 2025-26 academic year, including $93,000 distributed to student-athletes and activity participants. The foundation distributed 67 scholarships during this year’s cycle, selecting winners from a pool of nearly

Utility CEO says microgrid project also a go as state fills funding gap left by Department of Energy cancellations

Police say 51-year-old man was pointing a gun at drivers, officers while under the influence of meth

Connect to Care event brings IDs, medical help and housing referrals to unhoused residents

Doug Turner says 'pretty shocking' incident underscores need for public safety changes

The Farmington Police Department has identified a man fatally shot by officers on Hines Road on March 10. Leon Quintana, 27, was the subject of a police investigation into an alleged domestic violence dispute that involved a handgun. “Domestic violence calls are among the most dangerous situations officers encounter, often

Record heat and blazing sunshine in Albuquerque make it feel like summer is already here, despite the calendar marking spring's start on Friday.

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

If Albuquerque sees 90 degrees Friday, which is very likely, that will shatter the record for earliest 90-degree day ever by about six weeks.

Ashton Remondini, 14, was killed in 2022

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent Thursday’s regular meeting of the Grant County Commission opened with legislative updates from District 28 state Sen. Gabe Ramos and District 39 state Rep. Luis Terrazas, fresh off the heels of the 2026 session. Ramos reported a total of nearly $9.6 million in capital

Base officials release few details in shooting outside Shoppette

The city's Utility Billing Division is no longer directly debiting payments from residents' bank accounts as of March.

"I know how unpleasant the circumstances are," Kilmer wrote to Epstein in the wake of the financier's 2008 conviction.

State Sen. Steve Lanier failed to file additional signatures or a new declaration of candidacy by Tuesday's deadline.

A list of 11 possible sites for the fireworks show includes city parks as well as several sports venues in and around Santa Fe.

he blistering record comes as forecasters warned that winter heat across the Southwest will continue into the weekend.

A total of 40 Santa Fe business owners received the microgrants, which were valued at between $3,000 and $5,000.

The charges Jones will face when he is retried have been the subject of litigation as his trial date approaches.

An 86-year-old woman has died, and dozens of structures have burned.

The Farmington Police Department released video footage and new details on Thursday about a deadly shooting with police on March 10 along Hines Road.

New Mexico is experiencing extreme heat, with record-high temperatures likely to be broken across the state Thursday.

The ABQ BioPark Zoo unveils its new "Running Wild: Cheetahs and More" exhibit, featuring a habitat over three times larger for the zoo's cheetahs.

The site on Cordova Road formerly housed a Wells Fargo Bank branch.

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Police Department had a delayed alert in notifying media and the public of a homicide investigation in Albuquerque's Valley area command by nearly 10 hours. The homicide happened on Tuesday, March 17th, 2026. We received the e-mail notification on March 18th, 2026. APD homicide detectives charged

The state's remaining $293 million in broadband infrastructure funding is coming, but it's stuck in federal policy limbo.

Federal auto regulators have escalated a probe of Tesla after several of its cars crashed while using its self-driving feature, just as CEO El…

CoreCivic reached a settlement with the family of a Brazilian asylum seeker who died at their Torrance County Detention Facility.

President Donald Trump this week said he believes he’ll have “the honor of taking Cuba” soon. Without declaring a formal blockade, Trump and …

A Democratic candidate for governor says he will provide tax rebates to state residents through war-driven oil revenue.

The Very Rev. Monsignor Jerome Martinez y Alire, left, laughs beside Abbott Emeritus Joel Garner while celebrating his 50th anniversary Thursd…

A missing child from San Juan County was located safe in California.

The Fire Circle: A Community Fair on Wildfire Mitigation, Response and Restoration will be held at Luna Community College.

Shoppers at the Nob Hill Business Center are facing a new parking policy that could result in a $75 ticket if not followed.

A new study challenges a site that's crucial to our understanding of how people got to the Americas. Decades ago, a site in Chile called Monte…

The Grammy-nominated rapper Afroman has won a defamation lawsuit filed by seven Ohio sheriff’s deputies who sued him over music videos that us…

The U.S. Education Department is handing off a portion of its student loan portfolio to the Treasury Department. It's a first step toward shed…

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

FARMINGTON, N.M. —The Farmington police department has released more information and provided video footage regarding the previous police shooting that occurred on March 10.According to police, officers responded to a domestic violence call at approximately 9:30 am. on March 10.AdvertisementOfficers say the call was made by a person who claimed

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

The finalists will visit the school's Socorro campus this week for interviews, meetings and to deliver presentations.

Monuments, city streets, elementary schools and other places honoring César Chavez’s name and the legacy of his labor movement stretch across …

A senior vice president of Super Micro Computer Inc. and two others affiliated with the company have been charged with conspiring to smuggle b…

The widening war in Iran is exposing big gaps at the State Department, especially in the bureau that handles the Middle East. Officials say th…

A senior administration official says the Pentagon is seeking $200 billion in additional funds for the Iran war. The department sent the reque…

A 17-year-old girl is accused of murder after her infant child died from severe injuries.

Eight measles cases are in the Luna County jail, three in the Doña Ana County jail and two in the Hidalgo County jail.

Facebook's parent company, Meta, is closer to expanding their data center in Los Lunas after the Village Council gave a key approval.

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

An Albuquerque-based company is trying to make it easier for more people to reap the benefits of solar energy with portable solar panels.

As Balloon Fiesta tickets are set to go on sale early next month, the regular price of general admission tickets is set to go up.

Albuquerque - Officials announced on Wednesday, March 18, that a large 17-week, multi-agency operation led by the United States Marshals Service (USMS) for the District of New Mexico which targeted violent fugitives, firearms offenders, and narcotics-related crimes had ended. Authorities launched Operation Triple Beam–Shadow Break on Nov. 3, 2025, and

There appears to be some tension as President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi answer questions from White House report…

An Española Police officer alleged in a memo addressed to city Human Resources Director Sally Baxter, that he is being retaliated against by Police Chief Mizel Garcia for reporting misconduct within the department and reprimanding officers for policy violations.

Efforts to open a lowrider museum in Española faced a setback after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued a line item veto on March 11, for $500,000 that was promised for efforts to get the museum created.

ALBUQUERQUE — With a shot heard around the north, Aayilah Boies’s 3-pointer with 2.7 seconds Friday night left gave the Mesa Vista girls basketball team its first ever Class 2A state championship.

With the Española City election in the rear-view mirror, voters can now focus on the next election slated for June 2.

Plans to turn the Western Holiday Motel on the southern edge of town into a mixed-use business have fallen through. Now all that’s left of the motel is a vacant lot and some rubble.

A man who stabbed his co-worker five times with a knife in December 2023, pleaded guilty to a charge of aggravated battery.

ROSWELL, N.M. —The Roswell Police Department is currently investigating after a fatal rollover took place in Southwest Roswell.The accident occurred on Wednesday after Matthew Perez, 19, of Roswell, left a party in the early morning hours, driving an Audi Q5 SUV. Witnesses say that Perez appeared to be under the

The City of Española settled a lawsuit on the eve of a trial with a man who was repeatedly run over by former city councilor Phillip Chacon, after police failed to arrest Chacon hours earlier for another attack.

Washington state's Democratic governor, Bob Ferguson, signed a new law Thursday limiting facial coverings on law enforcement officers.

The decision by the Española Clerk’s Office to turn off security cameras in the voting room at City Hall during early voting for the recent city election caused confusion for city officials and community members.

The Española City Council wants to see an ordinance to regulate the installation of privately owned fire hydrants throughout the city due to questions about liability and safety.

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —More than 400 students from Albuquerque Public Schools are visiting Kirtland Air Force Base Thursday for All-Star Leadership Day.Officials with the 58th Special Operations Wing said the event aims to encourage the next generation and gives students the opportunity to learn about military careers through interactive demonstrations and

Mela Lucero Leger, an educator who traveled throughout New Mexico advocating for bilingual learning, is being honored for her contributions to preserving language and culture in classrooms.For decades, Route 66 connected New Mexico's towns and cultures, but for Leger, it became a path to preserving language and culture education.AdvertisementLeger later

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

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

Fabiola Cabeza de Baca dedicated her life to preserving traditions and improving the lives of rural communities in New Mexico through her work as a home extension agent.She spent 30 years driving all over New Mexico, working with women in remote villages to help them with more efficient ways of

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

The New Mexico Museum of Space History will feature a lecture on April 3 about the legacy of the Hubble Space Telescope. Educator Mackette Kark will discuss Hubble's discoveries and impact on astronomy. The event is part of a free monthly series open to all.

Deb Haaland shared messages on March 19, 2026 supporting University of New Mexico athletics, highlighting new childcare initiatives in New Mexico, and advocating against federal law enforcement presence at polling sites.

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

ROSWELL, N.M. —New Mexico State Police officers were involved in a shooting incident Wednesday night near West Linda Vista Boulevard and Kentucky Avenue in Roswell.A suspect was killed and the officers involved were not hurt, an updated NMSP news release said.AdvertisementIn an update, NMSP said a state officer attempted a

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

For Questa-based rancher Ezequiel Rael, grazing livestock on the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument is a way of life. Moving his cattle around the monument's South Chilfo grazing allotment requires a 90-minute commute each way. If the roa…

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

New Mexico offers credits, resources to low-income filers

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

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

New Mexico is expecting record-breaking high temperatures that feel more like summer, even though spring has not officially started yet, prompting health experts to offer safety tips.Health experts say to drink plenty of water and especially drinks with electrolytes to help protect against heat stress. Wearing lightweight or loose-fitting clothes,

HOBBS, N.M. —A 17-year-old in Hobbs is facing charges after being accused of abusing her infant to death.A CYFD investigator reported to law enforcement about possible child abuse. The 8-month-old was taken to the hospital in a vegetative state with several severe injuries.AdvertisementThe infant died in the middle of February.

Albuquerque - A man was arrested following a SWAT standoff at New Beginnings Crestview, located at 301 Chama St. NE, on March 16 after breaking into the building and causing significant property damage. A criminal complaint says Allan Orton, 23, entered the church by forcing open a window on the

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

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

Albuquerque - For nearly 13 hours, a dead man was left charred behind the Smith's located at 6125 4th St. NW after Bernalillo County Fire Department responded to a small fire at the location. The Office of Medical Investigator ruled the death as a homicide and the Albuquerque Police Department

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent In their regular meeting held Tuesday, the Hurley Town Council approved the hire of Marcus Salas as a patrol officer. Salas was fired last year from the Grant County Sheriff’s Department along with three other deputies, one of whom he had accused of hurling

An email about one person dead and one person injured was sent to the Roswell Daily Record on Tuesday night. In it, the 49th Wing Public Affairs Office stated that a l…

Spanish authorities say they have found the body of missing college student from Illinois who was missing for more than two days. The body of …

A story on page A-6 published Tuesday, March 17, 2026, omitted a year of funding appropriated to the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project. While…

Phoenix's previous record was set almost 40 years ago, in 1988.

A sculpture by the late artist Gib Singleton was among three stolen from a south-side Santa Fe cemetery earlier this year.

On Feb. 27, Emily Andrews of Albuquerque asked on social media for help in rescuing an abandoned dog.

A parent of a Pojoaque student alleges in a new lawsuit multiple elementary school staff endangered her son by dismissing his broken ankle.

"I believed that exposing the truth would hurt the farmworker movement," wrote Dolores Huerta, one of Chávez's accusers.

A painful reckoning is unfolding across New Mexico after civil rights icon Dolores Huerta publicly accused labor leader Cesar Chavez of sexual abuse.Huerta, who was born in Dawson, New Mexico, said she is a survivor of two separate sexual encounters with Chavez in the 1960s. In a public statement, Huerta

Rep. Susan Herrera said acequia leader Yolanda Jaramillo "shares all my values" and she plans to work to get her elected.

SFCC's president is reminding students and faculty to contact school officials if they spot immigration officers on campus.

The crowded field for the role includes the sitting appointed sheriff and the former undersheriff he fired last year.

President Donald Trump’s pick to lead Homeland Security is signaling a gentler stance on FEMA and promising to roll back some recent restrictions.

ICE says Paktyawal died after being taken to the hospital following complaints of shortness of breath and chest pains.

The standings are based on puppies and older purebreds that were added last year to the AKC’s registry.

The proposal includes 80 acres of “commercial general,” 54 acres of industrial and 69 acres of “residential community.”

The base is near Alamogordo and houses the 49th Wing, which supports national security work.

"Tree or C" is planning a free tree planting in Truth or Consequences this weekend.

Joel Cereceres Trejo, 32, is facing eight charges of criminal sexual penetration and will be held until his trial.

GSD contends neither the governor nor the lieutenant governor have to provide "supporting facts" to fly on state aircraft.

A battlefield hike, short plays, a fashion show, music and more fun in the Santa Fe area this weekend.

A six-week Beginner Life Skills Training class starts Tuesday at Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society. Classes are 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday…

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

Shelters are not the only animal organizations that need volunteers and fosters. CMM Lost Pet Recovery and Humane Trapping, founded by Conrad …

Iran has broadened its strikes on major energy facilities in the Middle East, eliciting strong warnings from Gulf Arab states that called it a…

VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M. —The Finance director of Valencia County has resigned after a scam involving $2 million in funds going towards a new hospital being built in Valencia County.The email phishing scam took place back in January of 2026 after someone posted as a member of a construction company called

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the 2022 fatal stabbing of a 14-year-old.Police say that on April 27, 2022, the uncle of the teen filed a missing persons report. The uncle then told police that he had contacted the teen's girlfriend, who claimed the last

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Today, the Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation gave KOAT a behind the scenes in preparation for their annual Daffodil Days fundraiser.Volunteers, including KOAT's Royale Da, created stunning bouquets for the annual fundraiser in support of the Robert Wertheim Hospice House.AdvertisementThe organization provides a home away from home for New Mexico

The market is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays.

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

As local efforts to restrict and reduce light pollution in and around the Enchanted Circle continue to gain momentum, a study by the world’s largest European vacation rental marketplace confirmed Taos is one of the top astrotourism destinations in...

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

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

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

An amended statute requiring local agencies like the Taos County Sheriff’s Office to promptly notify the New Mexico Search and Rescue system during SAR emergencies took effect Jan. 1. Yet, SAR members claim the issue it was designed to fix...

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

Stella's Italian Restaurant suddenly reached the end of an era last week, without the familiar sight of owner Marco Barbitta, cigar and wineglass in hand, seated beside the bar. Barbitta, owner of Stella’s Italian Restaurant, died Tuesday (March 10), at age 79. The renowned chef and restaura…

New Mexico officials on Wednesday responded with swift condemnation to revelations of sexual abuse allegations against civil rights activist and United Farm Workers co-founder Cesar Chavez. Some of those allegations came from fellow union...

The New Mexico Legislative session ended on Feb. 19, with the list of new Capital Outlay budget requests finalized in SB240. The Taos County area was awarded $11, 071,000 going towards 36 projects with Picuris Pueblo to receive the largest share...

The following is a list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from March 11 through March 15, 2026. March 11 7:45 a.m. Welfare Check, Weimer Road — Caller said a woman at Holy Cross Hospital needed assistance getting...

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham vetoed just three bills that came out of this year’s legislative session, including what could be the last-ever pocket veto by a New Mexico governor. The governor on Tuesday vetoed House Bill 153, which would have...

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

Taos fashion designer Josh Tafoya had to experience New York to appreciate his New Mexico heritage, which he now incorporates into his work. A 2009 graduate of Taos High School, he was surprised to find himself homesick as a new student at New...

The Town of Taos is set to replace its aging water meters, according to a March 12 press release. The Public Works Department, in conjunction with the Utility Billing Department, is currently conducting the large-scale replacement of water meter...

State Rep. Derrick Lente breathed a sigh of relief Wednesday. Lente, a Sandia Pueblo Democrat who chairs the House Taxation and Revenue Committee, said he was bracing for line-item vetoes in an omnibus tax package he helped shepherd during the...

Over the course of the legislative session, The Santa Fe New Mexican tracked several bills relating to the environment. Here’s where they currently stand: Passed/chaptered Senate Bill 104: Removal of Wildlife Commission members Last year, a...

Community members and neighbors came together to help Joe Mascareñas clean his property on Dolan Street after the Town of Taos Council approved a resolution for a “jurisdictional abatement” for the property due to public safety risks. The Town...

Kei, a student at the United World College in Montezuma, poses next to an oil painting she plans to include in an art exhibition this weekend at the school. Kei, a student at the United World College in Montezuma, poses next to an oil painting she plans to include in

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – After the Cibola Citizen published its filingday roundup last week, with a list of the candidates for local offices and where the…

Since moving to Grants, this was my second time attending the local and regional awards nights of the annual science fairs. Last year I was amazed by how the…

SaturdayMarch 21, 2026 @ The Elks 805 Charles Street, Grants. from 5 pm - 12 am Food, Drinks and Music.Come Join Us in his Memory

13,109 Trout Stocked at Bluewater Lake CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - Mid-March brought the kind of momentum anglers like to see at Bluewater Lake: fresh stocking…

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

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

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

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – As Cibola County moves deeper into March, the latest water data shows Bluewater Lake continuing its gradual decline, the Rio San Jose…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Cibola County voters now have a clearer picture of what to expect on the June primary ballot after the New Mexico Secretary of State’s…

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent According to AAA, gas and diesel prices are up $1 and $1.60 per gallon respectively in New Mexico since last month. With the extra burden on the wallet, now might be the perfect time to look at alternate forms of transportation. Silver City has

This week’s athletes of the week are theLaguna-Acoma Ladies Basketball Team.Congratulations on making it to the semi-finals in the NUSENDA 2Astate basketball…

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

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

The agreement for the sale of undeveloped commercial land in the city was approved last week by the Roswell City Council.

Francesca “Frannie” TafoyaFrancesca “Frannie” Tafoya passed away on March 10, 2026, in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. She was 39 years old. She was born on July 26,…

ALAMOGORDO — The Lincoln National Forest has increased its fire danger rating from “Moderate” to “High” across all three forest ranger districts, effective March 16.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The next president of Western New Mexico University will have to get used to saying “Western New Mexico” rather than “Western Oregon.” With a unanimous vote Tuesday morning, the WNMU Board of Regents approved a contract with Jose E. Coll, now the provost and

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

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

ALBUQUERQUE — A Mescalero man pleaded guilty to engaging in sexual acts with a minor.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 10 and March 16, 2026: Zandar Maestas, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Edward Buchannan, Escape From a Community Custody Release Program - Person With Felony Charge, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply (Two Counts). Krystle R. Alarcon,

Registration for the New Mexico Department of Wildlife's Birding Big Year Contest closes on April 1. The contest encourages birders of all experience levels to try to …

Steven Sonheim became interested in serigraph/silkscreen printing while he was a student at The University of New Mexico in 2018. He had visited an exhibition of prints at a gallery near the campus and became enamored with the process.

The Goddard High School (GHS) choral department, under the direction of Rafael Salcido-Reyes, showcased a global repertoire Thursday night during its annual spring con…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff In the wake of an attack on an EMT last month, Gila Regional Medical Center’s emergency medical services are working to improve communications systems for staff and ambulances. A new radio system will be installed on six ambulances by the beginning of April, including

Kiara Lyons stood outside the Eastern New Mexico Fairgrounds on March 6 not to see the circus, but to protest what she claimed is the mistreatment of one of its stars:…

SANTA FE — Last Tuesday, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed New Mexico’s annual budget, which includes $630,000 for a medical psilocybin treatment equity fund, a f…

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

Roswell officials and staff gave Deputy City Attorney Mike Mathews a warm and memorable sendoff during last week’s city council meeting.

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

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

SANTA FE — A bobcat in Sierra County has tested positive for rabies — the first animal rabies case in the state in 2026.

SANTA FE — A Santa Fe County dog has been diagnosed with plague — the first animal plague case in the state in 2026.

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

Prosecutors are asking a judge to hold a man without bail pending trial after he allegedly threw rocks into the homes of people he knew, as well as through commercial buildings, under what appears to be delusions that they stole his gold.

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.

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

As New Mexico Military Institute celebrates its 135th anniversary this year, Superintendent Voris McBurnette said he is very proud of the progress the school has been …

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Some city councilors voiced reservations on Thursday about proposed changes to the city’s purchasing procedures.

A former farm boy, Sen. Steve Lanier (R-Aztec) likes to tell audiences that his work in the Legislature is not much different from his first boyhood job.

KCEC advises customers to prep for power shutoffs due to critical fire weather over weekend

Prosecutors added two charges against a former Jicarilla Apache Nation police officer, accused of raping her son, physically attacking her daughter and lying to federal investigators.

Front page of the March 11, 1952 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the March 11, 1952 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The United States supreme court has decided a case affecting land that is being held in New Mexico under sale or contract with the

An RV park and multi-use campground in Ranchos de Taos is blending classic road trip camping with modern-day glamping, boutique lodging, “space cabins” and a pet park. Luxx Lodge is the latest business venture of Gordon Schaeffer, founder and CEO...

FORT BLISS, Texas — The first group of soldiers from the New Mexico Army National Guard’s 1st Battalion, 200th Infantry, returned home on Wednesday, March 11.

The Doña Ana County Board of County Commissioners delayed approving a potential agreement with the Mescalero Apache Tribe to work together toward the development of an…

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

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has launched a new interactive digital platform that makes it easier for the public to explore transport…

Dexter High School (DHS) students Yarimi Romero, left, Gisell Martinez, center and Wendy Calderon, right, stock a "Care Cabinet" in the library in the Hagerman Communi…

Early identification and timely response to a healthcare outbreak is critical to minimizing the number of people negatively impacted.

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health reported a Santa Fe County resident was hospitalized with hantavirus pulmonary syndrome — the first case in New Mexico t…

Red River rolled out three new public transit buses last week, replacing its existing fleet and improving the town’s free, on-demand ride service. according to a press release from the Town of Red River, the three buses will replace its current...

In Taos Pueblo, in the Taos Valley, and throughout the world there are women who live quiet unassuming lives as mothers, housewives, sisters, daughters. They manage a household, make sure children go to and come home from school, ensure meals are...

After months of quiet fundraising and an impressive early response to its requests for support, St. James Episcopal Church is launching the public phase of its $3.25 million capital campaign to build, equip and create an endowment to insure the...

Christian Crowell Content warning: This article contains descriptions of animal abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. Christian Crowell Police last week arrested a San Miguel County man on charges of bestiality and burglary after he allegedly broke into a barn and had sex with a dog.

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Johnny Montoya Johnny Montoya New Mexico Highlands University has named Johnny Montoya Associate Vice President for Government Affairs. Montoya will begin his role April 1, serving in a leadership position within the university’s Government Relations Division. Montoya will serve as Associate Vice President for Government Affairs, Strategy and Operations, helping

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SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham on Wednesday signed an $11.1 billion state budget for fiscal year 2027 that funds higher education, universal child care, ro…

Tuesday was the deadline for Democrats and Republicans to file to run for county and legislative seats, with Republicans expected to face off in several contests.

A public-comment meeting will be held on March 19 for citizens to share their thoughts and ideas about the draft of the Propel Roswell Comprehensive Master Plan. The m…

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

March 11 — Matt Snell, the bruising running back who powered the New York Jets to their iconic moment in a shocking Super Bowl III ​victory, died Tuesday morning on Lo…

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

March 7 — Former Chicago forward and longtime Blackhawks broadcaster Troy Murray died on Saturday after a long battle with cancer. He was 63.

At Tuesday’s Roswell Independent School District (RISD) board meeting, members welcomed their newest member, Robert Chavez. Chavez was sworn in before the meeting by C…

The plan to move the Roswell Police Department (RPD) headquarters to the Roswell Air Center has been delayed to consider other potential arrangements, city officials say.

ALBUQUERQUE — A previously convicted felon was sentenced to 100 months in prison following multiple encounters with law enforcement, which resulted in the recovery of …

SANTA FE — New Mexico Medicaid now covers traditional healing practices for Native American Medicaid members in participating Tribes, Nations or Pueblos, expanding cul…

CARLSBAD — Federal officials are readying nuclear waste from Idaho for disposal at a repository near Carlsbad.

From left: Austin Apodaca, Geno Gonzales and Desiree Trujillo were killed in a house fire early March 7 in Las Vegas. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. From left: Austin Apodaca, Geno Gonzales and Desiree Trujillo were killed in a house fire early March 7 in Las Vegas.

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

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined lawmakers, cabinet officials, children and child care providers on March 10, 2026, to sign her free, universal child care initiative into law. New Mexico is the first state in the U.S. to offer such a program. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined

ALBUQUERQUE — A previously deported Mexican national, together with his Hobbs‑based distributor and her associates, has been charged in federal court with running a me…

ALBUQUERQUE — When Sandia National Laboratories scientists Ryan Davis and Nathan Bays set out to find a better way to absorb and degrade PFAS in water sources, they ke…

Robertson High School senior Antonio D. Romero, left, meets with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham during the legislative session in Santa Fe. Robertson High School senior Antonio D. Romero, left, meets with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham during the legislative session in Santa Fe. A Robertson High School senior with aspirations to

Four students from Western Washington University have been selected to attend the 2026 Seattle Times Best of the Pacific Northwest Symposium. The multi-day workshop in the Seattle Times newsroom pairs students with professional mentors, sends them on reporting assignments, and provides training and special access to the work of the

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

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 3 and March 9, 2026: Aubrey Douglas, Criminal Damage to Property. Trudy P. Lucero, Aggravated First DWI (Refused to Submit to Chemical Testing), Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Failure to Maintain Traffic

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

ALBUQUERQUE — More than 16 Soldiers from the New Mexico Army National Guard’s 1115th Transportation Company responded to a plane crash on the Los Altos Golf Course on Friday.

Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland captured 74% of New Mexico Democratic delegates’ votes over the weekend at the state party’s preprimary convention. Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland captured 74% of New Mexico Democratic delegates’ votes over the weekend at the state party’s preprimary convention. Former U.S. Interior Secretary

Establishing local behavioral health services is among the agenda items the Roswell City Council is scheduled to consider this week. The councilors’ regular monthly me…

SANTA FE — New Mexico parents who are behind on child support payments may be denied hunting or fishing licenses under the state’s Parental Responsibility Act.

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) is warning residents about a scam involving a fake court notice that is being distributed by text message an…

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

United States Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett did not envision a career as a judge. Rather, the former law professor and mother of seven children, was “really more thinking about how to balance a career as a lawyer and being kind of a two-career family and having young children

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

Former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull reset the race for the '26 GOP gubernatorial nomination in Ruidoso Saturday by chalking up a formidable 57 percent preprimary convention win in the five way race for placement on the June 2 primary ballot. (All convention results here.) Hull, who received 239 of

The Las Vegas Fire Department, along with the Las Vegas Police Department, responded to a structure fire at approximately 2:37 AM on Saturday, March 7, 2026, on the 1300 Block of Pecos Street. Crews arrived to find smoke and flames visible and immediately began suppression efforts. A primary search of

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has now signed 48 of the 74 bills the Legislature passed during the legislative session that concluded Feb. 19, 2026. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has now signed 48 of the 74 bills the Legislature passed during the legislative session that concluded Feb.

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

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Love Letter Tattoo is hosting a fundraiser for DreamSkate on Friday, March 13, with $20 tattoos. Love Letter Tattoo is hosting a fundraiser for DreamSkate on Friday, March 13, with $20 tattoos. A Friday the 13th tradition is taking on new meaning this year as a local nonprofit celebrates its

Front page of the March 2, 1938 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the March 2, 1938 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. While assisting the Y.M.C.A. and Commercial club joint committee in preparing its report for the Loyal Order of Moose, William E. Gortner came across

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

Ameena Ankliss, 16, is an 11th grader at the United World College in Montezuma. She will be traveling to Albuquerque on Sunday to compete in Poetry Out Loud, a nationwide poetry recitation competition. She will also be recognized for writing an original poem. Ameena Ankliss, 16, is an 11th grader

A spate of good economic news has arrived in New Mexico but it's largely due to bad news from around the globe. An ABQ defense firm says they are expanding their workforce to manufacture more drones which have become a weapon of choice in the Ukraine and Middle East wars.DC

The book, written by local author Alicia K. Anderson, takes “ a holistic approach ” to healing burnout. The book costs $21.95, but is available to read for free at both the Las Vegas Carnegie Public Library and the Thomas C. Donnelly Library on the New Mexico Highlands University campus.

Councilor Paul WymerRio Rancho, the state's third largest city, chose GOP City Councilor Paul Wymer as their favorite mayoral candidate last night, sending him to an April 14 run-off election with Democrat Alex Piland.Wymer goes into that second election a heavy favorite after claiming 45 percent of the vote in

Police have charged a teen boy in the shooting death of 30-year-old Malik Isaiah Richards late last month. Prosecutors arrested 16-year-old Seth Gomez and booked him into a juvenile detention facility on multiple criminal charges, including second-degree murder. An investigation into Gomez began after New Mexico State Police officers responded

Some New Mexico voters headed to the polls Tuesday for a series of municipal elections across the state, delivering decisive victories in some cities, razor-thin margins in others, and at least one high-profile mayoral upset. In Española, incumbent first-term Mayor John Ramon Vigil was defeated by former City Councilor Dennis

The beloved Beaver Creek Trail at the base of Hermit’s Peak is a potential recovery site for an Eco-village. The beloved Beaver Creek Trail at the base of Hermit’s Peak is a potential recovery site for an Eco-village. The University of New Mexico’s School of Architecture and Planning is sponsoring

Luna Community College (LCC) has received formal notification from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) confirming that its Institutional Actions Council (IAC) has concurred with the findings of a Focused Visit peer review team, the visiting team sent by HLC to evaluate LCC’s progress, and affirmed that the College has demonstrated

An op-ed penned by Javier Martínez, Reena Szczepanski, Day Hochman-Vigil and Raymundo Lara and published in the Albuquerque Journal and the Los Alamos Reporter paints a glowing picture of the 2026 Legislative Session. But New Mexicans say the self-congratulatory tone ignores a glaring reality: meaningful crime reform once again died

According to WalletHub’s 2026 “Best States to Live In” study, New Mexico ranks dead last in the nation — a sobering distinction that underscores years of troubling trends in education, health, and public safety. The annual analysis compares all 50 states across 51 separate indicators, including affordability, economic performance, education

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico released its weekly immigration and border crime enforcement statistics Friday, outlining a significant number of federal charges filed over the past week as part of ongoing border security operations in the state. According to the report, in the one-week period

A Santa Fe district judge on Friday dismissed a legal challenge seeking to remove Republican gubernatorial candidate Duke Rodriguez from the 2026 primary ballot, marking the second court ruling this week rejecting claims about his eligibility. State District Judge Matthew Wilson determined that the most recent complaint, filed by fellow

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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