Community concerns cast ‘uncertainty’ on Hilton-branded project near Old Town

Opponents removed after disruption in front of Doña Ana County Commission

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order against the U.S. Department of Education as it seeks once again to cut a federal grant program that funds mental health programs in schools — including the Silver Consolidated Schools. The order was filed Tuesday after a new lawsuit by 15

The Santa Clara Board of Trustees heard about the regional water plan, senior centers and a code enforcement petition, as well as wrapping up its fiscal year at its regular meeting Thursday. Mayor Arnold Lopez and Village Administrator Sheila Hudman reported on a meeting of the Grant County Water Commission

Attention City of Las Vegas Residents: We’re committed to ensuring reliable services for our community. To achieve this, we want to inform you about an important update. What You Need to Know: Where: City of Las Vegas When: Tuesday, July 28, 2026 What is Happening: Effective immediately the City of

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from July 14, 2026 – July 17, 2026. July 14 1:06 a.m. Suspicious Circumstances, Este es Road — Caller said a couple was wandering around his...

Two people were treated for stab wounds and one of them is facing felony charges after police responded to a domestic disturbance call at a west side home last week. Prosecutors arrested 65-year-old Arturo R. Saiz on July 20, alleging that he attacked a woman and stabbed her during an

In this Kenny’s Got the Score, we’re talking about the upcoming football season for the UNM Lobos.

WASHINGTON, D.C. —The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking action to protect America’s crops and forests from invasive plant pests and diseases. Beginning Monday, USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) accepts project suggestions for Plant Protection Act Section 7721 (PPA 7721) funding in FY 2027. These investments

Santa Fe city councilors will vote on a plan to permanently close two Plaza streets and seasonally close two more to vehicle traffic.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Forest Service and the state of New Mexico on July 21 signed a next-generation agreement that builds on a successful s…

New Mexico residents filled a ballroom on the University of New Mexico campus in Albuquerque on Tuesday to weigh in on a private equity firm’s proposal to take over the state’s largest electric provider. Blackstone Infrastructure’s proposed $11.5 billion merger with TXNM Energy Inc., the parent company of PNM, has

Mount Taylor Ranger District, El Morro and El Malpais drop restrictions following wettest stretch of summer, some remain CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – After weeks…

A Farmington woman accused of desecrating a grave and damaging Catholic church property has been given probation and the potential to earn a conditional discharge. Annaleta Bedonie, 19, pleaded guilty May 5 to a single charge of criminal damage to property and one count of battery on a peace officer.

Among his collection, the suspect had most venomous land snake on Earth

4-H'ers begin to compete in the Santa Fe County Fair

Pay often lags behind neighboring public school districts, 1st Congressional District representative says

Ex-state GOP treasurer accused in fatal hit-and-run near Las Cruces

Wheeler Fire near Taos burning in blowdown area caused by 2021 high-wind event

15-year-old boy allegedly dropped at border crossing and told to cross alone at night

It is unclear if the dog survived or what injuries it sustained

Joseph Plakio, 49, faces murder and conspiracy charges in the shooting death of Devon Bartlett at an Albuquerque apartment complex.

Utility crews discover malfunction in automated control system that manages water tanks

State Central Committee vote to continue through Wednesday; results expected Thursday

Reps. Herrera, Ferrary retire before terms end, setting stage for new generation in new year

School is the first in New Mexico to forgo state's two teachers unions for representation

The chain’s first New Mexico location, on Albuquerque’s West Side, is a few weeks away from opening

Man sentenced to 16 months in federal prison

Albuquerque-area temperatures topped out at 100 degrees

Advocates and researchers point to ballot readability as one factor that might contribute lower voter participation in constitutional amendments and bond measures

New mural at Albuquerque Rail Yards honors New Mexico's first female acting governor

Department of Wildlife: Mother bear was found and tranquilized, cub was captured hours later

Officals said no indication of foul play at this time

Over 100 seniors are on the wait list

Gallup received about 5 inches of rain since July 16; chances for more rain expected this week, according to the National Weather Service

New Mexico Cancer Center's all-female breast team becomes the first in the state to offer estrogen receptor-targeted PET imaging

New Mexico Gas Company celebrated the 15th anniversary of their scholarship program

More than 12,000 mining claims have been staked in New Mexico since 2023, driven by Trump's push to fast-track permits and rising mineral prices.

17 shelters receive state funding for renovations and construction

Nonrenewals have nearly tripled since 2021, with wildfire-prone counties hit hardest, state insurance superintendent tells lawmakers.

Rail Runner launched in 2006 and cost about $390 million to build; 'It provides a really valuable service to people who don’t have cars,' state employee says

Producers of the state’s signature crop entered the year with growing acreage, demand

Local shops are stocking up and preparing staff and ovens for their busiest months

Agency said first visit was done hours before drop-off, which went awry and left the boy in a Texas shelter for days

Northeast Heights saw 1.74 inches and the Sunport recorded a 78 mph wind gust

Portions of the original 1926-1937 alignment remain a mystery in 2026

Willie Lambert found his passion documenting the Mother Road’s history after going for a drive 23 years ago

Proposed legislation would entrust 10,000 acres of Forest Service land to Sandia Pueblo, stirring debate about outdoor recreation, broken treaties and who gets to control public lands

Incident began as law enforcement executed a search warrant of Four Hills home

A Bernalillo County woman in her 70s is hospitalized and an Otero County man is recovering at home

Suspect told police he never pointed a gun at anyone and did not intentionally hit pastor with his vehicle

Drought, bad habits blamed for incidents of livestock being attacked in the East Mountains

School leaders hope a legislative grant will entice more students to stay after graduation

State would hold nation's fourth Democratic primary on Feb. 15, 2028

Channel 13 will drop CBS on Aug. 1 amid a rights-fee dispute; Hearst’s KOAT will pick up CBS on a new digital channel

Grocery store may be joined by Boba Tea Co., bank and gas station as part of a wave of new developments

No additional information was released Friday

The Texas singer performed tracks from his album 'Clovis' at the Norman & Vi Petty Performing Arts Center

The contribution, chosen by bank employees through the Guide the Giving program, comes as food insecurity continues to rise across New Mexico

High-profile endorsements proliferate — as does political scrutiny — as party convention nears

Suit targets a state rule requiring a PFAS logo on all goods containing 'forever chemicals'

Albuquerque's public bus system recorded a 4% ridership increase in fiscal year 2026

APS students earn a paycheck through a South Valley agriculture internship

Nearly a mile of the property’s water frontage is home to large populations of rainbow and brown trout

Unanimous order means rules underpinning state-subsidized initiative will remain in place

Ranchers, Office of the State Engineer say discussions with Homeland Security about water are ongoing

New Mexico State Police said suspect had 'minor injuries'

Defense attorney said he's been affected by the 'lettuce recall'

Police Chief Cecily Barker presented mid-year crime statistics at the Economic Forum

The outreach initiative, which began in California, is marking its 15th year

Legislative report finds per-member Medicaid costs have jumped by nearly $300 since 2020

Leaders convened in Washington to oppose a proposal that would strip protections from surrounding land

15-year-old American citizen united with mother in Mexico despite past abuse complaint

By LISA JIMENEZ Daily Press Correspondent The Victorian-style gazebo at the center of Gough Park in many ways serves as the heart of Silver City — the site of five decades of celebrations, protests and political events, music and more. The gazebo celebrated 50 years this July 4, and is

By MIKAELA JOHNSON Daily Press Correspondent Western New Mexico University is now designated as the southwest hub for the New Mexico STEM Innovation Network. The state received funding for the network during the 2025 legislative session, with New Mexico State University serving as the principal hub. The network is designed

By RALEIGH BURLEIGH Daily Press Correspondent Although Grant County enjoys a rich cultural tapestry, thanks to the diverse people who call it home, respect and inclusion were not always a given. Members of the Chicano Movement, in particular, have fought hard for labor rights, representation, equal access to amenities and

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff For more than a month, Chris Saxman and Wanda MacInnis would pick up the receiver of their landline telephone at their home in Hanover, hoping to hear a dial tone, to no avail. On Monday, their service was finally restored — after the couple

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The Cobre Consolidated Schools Board of Education is planning a town hall to get public input on which electronic device policy the board should adopt. The policy on use of cell phones and electronic devices was one of several policy advisories up for a

Ten individuals have been charged in a federal indictment alleging they participated in a Grant County drug trafficking organization that distributed large quantities of methamphetamine and fentanyl throughout southwest New Mexico between 2023 and 2026. According to court documents, Margarita Encarnacion Dominguez, 43, is alleged to have led a Grant

Five people are in federal custody after the Grant County Sheriff’s Office joined federal agencies in executing several search and arrest warrants in Bayard and Hurley last week. A sixth person is in custody in the Grant County Detention Center as a result of the operation. A press release on

A group of volunteers hopes to bring some new life back into the community orchard just south of Gough Park. The orchard, on 11th Street east of the Gila Community Foundation office and adjacent to the site of the Silver City Farmers’ Market, was planted about a decade ago in

Albuquerque leaders say the next Rail Trail phase will connect Old Town, the BioPark and the Bosque as part of a planned 7-mile loop.

A man accused of stabbing his neighbor to death in a dispute over dripping water will stay in jail until his trial.

Opponents and supporters packed a six-hour public comment session on the proposed acquisition of PNM by Blackstone as regulators weigh the stalled deal.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing a coordinated, phased reopening of southern cattle ports, contingen…

Water service will be shut off for several hours Wednesday morning and afternoon in the area near Goddard High School in northeast Roswell whi…

Young 4-H and FFA members paraded their swine before the judges on Tuesday at the Chaves County 4-H and FFA Fair. The fair continues through Saturday at the Eastern Ne…

This past week, both the city of Roswell and Chaves County elected officials approved final versions of their respective local governments’ fiscal-year budgets for 2026-27.

FARMINGTON – The town of Shallowater, Texas is well represented in the 2026 Connie Mack World Series. Trenton Medley, a late pickup player representing the Dulins Dodgers Prime team, made his on-field debut during pool play last weekend. Prior to his arrival on the Dodgers, Medley played for a variety

FARMINGTON – For many, having a spot close to home plate for the Connie Mack World Series would mean being able to see every dramatic win, great pitching displays and championship moments. For Eva Armenta-Ketchell, and much of her staff working the concession stand at Ricketts Park, they have rarely

Preliminary results from an ongoing New Mexico Department of Health evaluation show that a 2022 Medicaid expansion for new mothers doubled the number of visits they made to doctors’ offices, which officials said is a promising sign as they seek to reduce pregnancy-related deaths. New Mexico is one of 49

FARMINGTON – A three-run first inning would prove to be all the offense the NW 509 Stars would need Tuesday night to win their second round clash over the Albuquerque Baseball Academy at Ricketts Park in the 2026 Connie Mack World Series. The win propels the Seattle-based NW 509 Stars

FARMINGTON – Xander Thacker’s solo home run in the bottom of the seventh inning was the finishing touch on a dramatic win for D-Bat, 11-10 victors over the Marlins at Ricketts Park in a second round championship bracket game Tuesday night of the Connie Mack World Series. The improbable win

Neither Durango’s Quinn Simmons nor Sepp Kuss won a stage in the 2026 Tour de France, but both were recognized after the final stage in Paris for their efforts. Simmons, the outgoing Durangoan with his signature long hair, sideburns and handlebar mustache, was named the best teammate at the Tour

The Desert Oasis Market has grown steadily since opening in 2023, driven by word-of-mouth and a mission its copartners say is simple: to “glorify God” through honest business, quality baked goods and a welcoming atmosphere. Owners Jonas Zimmerman and Ben Baer, both from Mennonite backgrounds, have built the Farmington market

FARMINGTON – The Midland Redskins squad unleashed an offensive clinic late in the game to pull away for a 17-0 run-rule shutout over Test Baseball. After two quiet innings on both sides, Midland found its groove in the bottom of the third. With two runners aboard, Wil Kraus broke the

After school boards repeatedly rejected a Farmington brewery's offers to sponsor youth sports, the business owners decided to bypass the traditional involvement and help students directly. Lauter Haus Brewing Co. is hosting its first back-to-school drive to collect supplies and ease the financial burden on struggling families and teachers. As

FARMINGTON – Yan Gomes made history in 2012 when he debuted for the Toronto Blue Jays, becoming the first Brazilian-born player in Major League history. Gomes’ career and his many accomplishments were celebrated Monday night at Ricketts Park where Gomes became the latest inductee to the Connie Mack World Series

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent Judging by all the signs around town for massage therapists, you might not think our rural community would need more — but according to therapist Randi White, the market is still in need of more licensed options. “There are at least 24 [massage therapists]

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff After years of work and a shift in focus, the Bridge Village will soon be open to help aging adults remain in their own homes. But rather than physical structures, this new village will consist of a network of members and volunteers. According to

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

GRANTS, N.M. -The June 21 GCCS board meeting covered education initiatives and decisions aimed at enhancing student learning and community engagement. Things…

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

Monsoons bring active weather to Cibola in late July CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – One week can tell two very different stories about water in western New Mexico…

RIO RANCHO, N.M. – The New Mexico Goatheads continue to build from the blue line out as the franchise prepares for its first season of professional hockey in…

A New Mexico House Republican leader is urging the Doña Ana County Commission to prevent a “blatant partisan power grab” and not name a replacement for House District 37, which Rep. Joanne Ferrary (D-Las Cruces) vacated earlier this week.

WASHINGTON — U.S. Maryland Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen Wednesday tried to advance in the Senate a bill that would create a legal pathway for immigrants with Temporary Protected Status. However, his request for unanimous consent, a way to expedite legislation in the chamber, was blocked by Missouri Republican Eric

WASHINGTON — Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia, the main long-distance gateway to the nation’s capital, is set to receive a multi-billion-dollar makeover, a White House spokesperson confirmed Wednesday. President Donald Trump and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy are expected to announce the project Wednesday afternoon at an event in the

U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) introduced two bills this week in the House to modernize the Bureau of Indian Education’s Equalization Formula and potentially bring higher teacher salaries, and more federal funding for tribal schools.

The auditors trying to learn how a dozen crisis pregnancy centers in Louisiana had spent nearly $1.2 million ultimately could not figure it out. Despite a new law, the state had failed to establish a process for the centers or to track how they spent taxpayer dollars. That was surprising

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has for more than a year used personal information airline passengers provide to the Transportation Security Administration for immigration enforcement, according to documents obtained by a government watchdog group. The documents, collected by the government accountability organization American Oversight, show for the first time a

WASHINGTON — Dr. Anthony Fauci, one of the nation’s most visible public health officials during the coronavirus pandemic, declined to answer questions from a U.S. Senate committee in a tense and confrontational hearing Wednesday, citing his Fifth Amendment rights. Fauci said during a brief opening statement he believed Homeland Security

In 49 states, the number of people enrolled in Obamacare plans has declined since Congress made coverage more expensive by allowing federal subsidies to expire at the end of last year. The lone exception was New Mexico, the only state that has used its own money to fully replace the

New estimates put the U.S. undocumented immigrant population in mid-2024 at 14.6 million to 15.8 million, a sharp increase from around 11 million in the 2010s. Since then the non-citizen population has likely dropped, but the number is unclear since immigrants facing hostility are reluctant to cooperate with government surveys.

Editor’s note: If you or someone you know needs help, call or text 988, the U.S. suicide and crisis lifeline, or access online chat at 988lifeline.org. For months, Marie’s 11-year-old daughter wasn’t acting like herself. The fifth grader was often fatigued, sleeping more. She wasn’t eating enough, and spent more

CHICAGO — A bipartisan group of state lawmakers is calling for an overhaul of the nation’s childcare system, which they say is failing children, parents and providers. The group of 13 Republican and Democratic lawmakers, who have spent the last year studying childcare access and affordability problems, offered an array

WASHINGTON — The unauthorized U.S. immigrant population grew to its highest level ever by mid-2024, increasing to 15.8 million after hovering at about 11 million since 2010, according to data released Wednesday by a nonpartisan think tank that tracks migration. The increase primarily stemmed from the historic levels of migration

Today is the last day for public comment on a controversial plan involving land considered sacred to many people in New Mexico.

Monsoon storms are possible Wednesday for parts of New Mexico but not everybody will get in on the action.

New Mexico's candidates for governor are weighing in on how they would change our state's Children, Youth and Families Department after seeing a case where the department left a 15-year-old at the border.

A man who smashed a beer bottle over an 8-year-old girl’s head and cut her neck at Saggios received 12 years in prison on Tuesday.

Albuquerque firefighters are busy controlling a fire on I-40 westbound near 12th Street after semi-truck went up in flames.

Doña Ana County leaders received their first direct updates on the data center from Oracle and STACK Infrastructure officials.

An Española man's admissions to police after his arrest led to a slew of new charges against him — including attempted murder.

A petition seeking a restraining order asks a judge to order the child welfare agency to bring the boy back to the U.S.

Santa Fe County's Art on Loan program, created in 2024, has begun to bear fruit with the placement of a sculpture in a roundabout at the inter…

Sneaker sites report Nike may soon release Hatch green chile-inspired shoes, and a Nike Indonesia listing shows a matching design tied to green chile.

New Mexico faces flash flood concerns with storms near Pecos that could drop more than 2 inches of rain, while heat pushes many areas.

The Department of Finance and Administration has approved $37 million to spend on the effort. It’s taking proposals for projects online right now.

Postal workers in Albuquerque marched four blocks to the main post office as they pushed back on privatization and called for more funding.

Fires are decreasing because of changing agricultural practices, fire management and where people live. Still, scientists say climate change i…

The Santa Fe environmental advocacy organization could sue the federal agency over a forest-thinning project in Rio Arriba County.

New Mexico's largest school district will replace its longtime apple logo with a new balloon symbol tied to local landmarks and student achievement.

ALBUQUERQUE – An Albuquerque man is accused of recruiting drivers and using his residence as a stash house to facilitate the movement of undocumented noncitizens through New Mexico, including an unaccompanied 17-year-old juvenile. According to court documents, on May 7, 2026, Border Patrol agents responded to a sensor activation near

The vehicle will function "as a self-contained election command center ready to operate almost anywhere in the county."

The Catholic Church issued a new response Tuesday to the federal government's request to seize over 14 acres of land at Mount Cristo Rey for a border wall.

Albuquerque - On July 28th, 2026, the Albuquerque Police were dispatched to the Dollar General located on 4208 Central Ave SW in reference to an armed robbery. When officers arrived an employee stated she confronted a known shoplifter and told him to leave. He told the employee "I'll shoot," and

Updated July 28 at 9:49The Town of Taos Council voted Tuesday evening (July 28) to reallocate $54,000 within the Taos Police Department budget that would have renewed a contract with Flock Safety to operate 18 AI-powered surveillance cameras …

Trump is under pressure to end an unpopular war that has wreaked economic havoc ahead of U.S. elections in November.

The City of Albuquerque wants to help you repair broken items to keep them out of the landfill, with its annual Fix-It Clinic.

The New Mexico Department of Justice sued the state's CYFD, alleging it unlawfully left a 15-year-old U.S. citizen at the border and forced him into Mexico.

Albuquerque - At around 9:30AM, an armed robbery suspect fled to the Speedway Gas Station located at 1897 Coors Blvd SW. Albuquerque Police and Bernalillo County Sheriff's were able to surround the gas station. Employees were able to safely exit the building and the suspect barricaded himself inside. APD SWAT

The Senate has confirmed Jay Clayton to become head of the nation’s intelligence agencies.

Here is how New Mexico cities, like Albuquerque and Santa Fe, are helping people beat the heat as temperatures reach triple-digits.

The Town of Taos is asking residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water due to problems with the town's water storage.

Officers with the Albuquerque Police Department arrested a robbery suspect after closing Coors Boulevard and calling in SWAT.

Trump joined foreign leaders, lawmakers and others at a funeral service for Graham on Tuesday at Washington National Cathedral.

Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Elections & Politics, New Mexico Statewide News Teen left at Mexico border becomes flashpoint in governor’s race as AG sues CYFD by Kevin Hendricks July 28, 2026 By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. The New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) faces a lawsuit following

Posted inAlbuquerque, City Desk ABQ, Local Government, NM.news, The Paper. City Launches “Operation Cooldown” as triple digits hit ABQ by Sara Atencio-Gonzales July 28, 2026July 28, 2026

Posted inAlbuquerque, City Desk ABQ, Local Government, NM.news How Albuquerque is turning city medians into wildflower havens for bees by Jesse Jones July 28, 2026July 28, 2026

The Trump administration is preparing to ramp up funding by hundreds of millions of dollars for programs designed to counter China’s growing i…

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

Esmeralda “Esme” Linette Romero’s service is scheduled to be held today at 10 a.m. at Church On The Move with her funeral following at South Park Cemetery, just a few …

SANTA FE — New Mexico outdoor recreation businesses — from startups to established companies — can now apply for the free ActivatOR Outdoor Recreation Growth Accelerat…

SANTA FE ─ Nearly 25,000 parents in New Mexico are missing out on a cumulative $9.9 million in state child tax credits from 2024 and 2025 — credits they can still clai…

Berrendo Creek: Please visit the Open Gate webpage for more information on this property.

Sandia Pueblo is pushing to add nearly 10,000 acres of federal land that’s currently managed by the U.S. Forest Service on the west side of the Sandia Mountains to its…

SANTA FE — State resources are made available to assist with response efforts to flooding and flash flooding across New Mexico.

Chaves County 4‑H is proud to announce that D’Aun Pierce has been recognized with the New Mexico State Friend of 4‑H Award last week in Las Cruces. This prestigious ho…

World Drowning Prevention Day was July 25, and nearly 300,000 people die from drowning each year worldwide, and drowning remains among the 10 leading causes of death a…

ALAMOGORDO — Due to recent precipitation and cooler temperatures, the Lincoln National Forest has rescinded fire restrictions and reduced the fire danger level of the …

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced two actions targeting petroleum-based color additives in food. The FDA is issuing a final order revoking the authorized…

While two Silver City town councilors disagreed with priorities in the town’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, the senior member of the council and mayor both called the document a vast improvement over the prior year. The council discussed the proposed budget in a special meeting Thursday morning. No action

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Cheerful voices and laughter echoed in the Silver City Woman’s Club on Saturday as the service group held its first Children’s Fun Fest. Outside the historic building at 411 Silver Heights Blvd., children played carnival-style games for prizes, while inside, organizations such as Big

Scheduled for a final vote Wednesday, the proposal to close Plaza streets during the summer has drawn a range of opinions.

Teachers from around New Mexico are training to meet the demand of more districts requiring financial literacy for graduation.

"We should start seeing green chile from New Mexico at farmers markets and throughout the state here in the next week or so," one expert said.

Police allege the physical education teacher touched several girls' chests under the guise of a prank.

The deal — which follows a settlement last year in claims against the city of Española — resolves a case over living conditions.

Evidence regarding the victims pregnancy and subsequent miscarriage were not allowed at trial.

Herrera said her early departure would give Yolanda "Pancha" Trujillo, who is running unopposed in November, a head start.

Savannah Guthrie says her family is living a nightmare nearly six months after her mother's disappearance. In a video released Monday, she ple…

Albuquerque - We reached out to New Mexico State Police for an update on the fatal crash involving a SWAT officer from the Albuquerque Police Department. The NMSP sent an update on the accident investigation, which included the identity of the woman killed. On July 23rd, 2026 at 4:02 p.m.,

The Baja Cantina is an attempt by the owners of the former Bourbon Grill to draw a new, younger audience with a revamped menu and atmosphere.

Taos chef Nité Marquez joins the latest "Conversations Different" podcast to discuss his journey with cooking from restaurants to social media.

Volunteers plant a tree in Las Vegas to honor Arbor Day. Four years out from the Hermit’s Peak-Calf Canyon Fire, the largest wildfire in state history, the City of Las Vegas has mapped a path forward to turn the risk of post-fire flooding into an asset to restore the city’s

Police now say there were at least three suspects involved in a food festival shooting near Seattle’s Space Needle over the weekend, and that …

President Donald Trump says his economic policies have revived the auto industry and American manufacturing.

Updated June 27 at 6 p.m.Four wildfire starts have been reported in the greater Enchanted Circle area over the past three days.

Posted inAlbuquerque, City Desk ABQ, Local Government, NM.news City Hall doesn’t have to recycle. One councilor wants to fix that and make all landlords provide recycling, too. by Jesse Jones July 27, 2026July 27, 2026

Mediators have made progress in efforts to bring the United States and Iran back to negotiations and prevent an all-out war in the Middle East.

French President Emmanuel Macron has urged fire crews to “stay strong” as they battle to bring a monster wildfire under control, warning that …

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and new U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham have discussed joint drone projects and Ukraine’s urgent need…

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A wildfire in southwest France grew so powerful that its towering smoke column became a thunderstorm, generating lightning that struck the gro…

The new shop is a cozy but sunlight-bathed space that consists of approximately 800 square feet indoors and a 400-square-foot patio.

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

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

A shooting at an unarmed man by a Santa Fe County deputy in June unfolded in seconds — he missed, but did he violate policy or procedures?

The new facilities are the latest in a series of New Mexico expansions for the Texas-based Catholic hospital firm.

The announcement of NMSU's inclusion in the $800 million federal initiative comes after announcements for LANL and UNM.

Gary Johnson made Libertarians relevant in New Mexico for a couple of election cycles. The momentum evaporated when he stopped campaigning.

The Santa Fe Opera's Rodelinda is a triumph on all fronts, with excellent conducting, stage direction, singing, and acting.

More than 500 incoming students at Howard University have learned this week that they have been unenrolled from the Washington, D.C., school a…

The United States has not attacked Iran for a second day, and Tehran says it has also halted attacks.

The four American troops killed during renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran in recent weeks are no longer listed as part of the Iran war…

Rotary District 5520 and the Rotary Club of Las Vegas recently announced the results of the Sonny Brown Business of the Year competition for all of New Mexico and West Texas. Olivia Silva and Olivia’s Café has won the Small Business category out of all the small businesses nominated throughout

The Assurance Home has been caring for mistreated, homeless and at-risk teens for more than 47 years. The Assurance Home Board of Directors recently met and chose thei…

The Roswell Fire Department (RFD) faces off against the Roswell Police Department (RPD) in a rib-eating challenge to raise funds for the Assurance Home of Roswell. The…

As students and parents get ready for a new school year to begin on Aug. 3, the Roswell Police Department (RPD) reminds everyone to be extra attentive to driving safet…

SANTA FE — A Bernalillo County woman in her 70s and an Otero County man in his 30s have tested positive for West Nile virus, the New Mexico Department of Health reported.

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent During Thursday’s meeting of the Grant County Commission, County Manager Charlene Webb read a statement announcing her retirement. “With much thought and prayer, I’m submitting my retirement from my position as the Grant County manager effective October 30, 2026,” Webb read from the letter

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It may be summer, but buildings in the Silver Consolidated School District have not been quiet — especially Harrison Schmitt Elementary School. The Board of Education toured that building prior to its regular meeting Wednesday to view the improvements made under the district’s 2024

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

Timothy Poffenroth Prato, a 15-year-old boy last seen in Valdez Thursday (July 23), has been found, his family told the Taos News around 1:40 p.m. Saturday (July 25).

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., National News In court, Trump administration admits canceling New Mexico grants “solely” because the state voted for Kamala Harris and has two Dem. senators by Pat Davis July 24, 2026July 24, 2026

Posted inElections & Politics, New Mexico Statewide News From afterthought to early player: New Mexico’s new role in 2028 presidential primary by Kevin Hendricks July 24, 2026July 24, 2026

Front page of the July 18, 1971 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The electric street railway system is a sure go this time. There seems not the slightest doubt of it. It is said that everything has been bought for the entire system to the Hot Springs and paid

Brenen Deisler Las Vegas Robertson HS 2026 graduate, Brenen J. Deisler, has been selected as the recipient of the 45th Annual Michael William Marr Memorial Scholarship. The Marr Scholarship has been awarded annually since the 1981-82 school year to a LV Robertson HS student-athlete who has excelled in academics and

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

ALBUQUERQUE — Ten individuals have been charged in a federal indictment alleging they participated in a Grant County drug trafficking organization that distributed lar…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking steps to speed up progress in plant science by calling on universities and stakeholders to help …

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Katie Widger was concerned about the condition of the north pond at the J. Kenneth Smith Bird Sanctuary on North Sycamore Avenue, as the pond was in sad shape, so clog…

First responders and Devon Energy employees deliver toys to Boys & Girls Clubs of Chaves and Lincoln counties

SANTA FE — A New Mexico judicial program manager on Wednesday received a national honor for his leadership and dedication to treatment courts and support for individua…

America250 Roswell will be continuing to celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence from England by the Continental Congress, which occurred on July 4, …

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Posted in+News, Albuquerque Dry New Mexico Actually Has Lots of Water. Unfortunately, It’s Toxic — So Far by Devin O’Leary July 23, 2026July 23, 2026

Posted inAlbuquerque, Environment, Conservation & Climate, Local Government, Sandoval County Sandia Pueblo pushes to take control of Sandia Mountain forests, raising alarm from outdoor adventurer seekers by Jesse Jones July 23, 2026July 23, 2026

A San Jose woman is facing a child abuse charge for allegedly grabbing a 14-year-old girl by the hair and striking her in the face. Police charged 37-year-old Frances Mejillas with felony child abuse and misdemeanor charges of battery, resisting an officer and assault upon a peace officer after responding

Michael Reynolds, the creator of Earthships and developer of the Greater World Community Taos subdivision is the defendant in an 11 year long trial in 8th District court. The original complaint was filed on Oct. 15, 2015 by Jody Rhines,...

The New Mexico Workers’ Compensation Administration is warning injured workers about scammers falsely claiming they must pay to receive workers' compensation benefits or resolve a claim. The agency said it recently received a report of...

After nearly two months without water in Cerro, officials told Cerro residents Friday (July 17) that they’re one step closer to restoring water to the community, but that the date remains out of sight as they await state approval to use another...

Bright-eyed, poised and assertive, it's no surprise that 5-year-old Danielle Valdez was crowned Miss New Mexico Princess 2026 at the Southwest Regional American Miss Pageant July 18-20 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Proud parents Daniel and Jenea Valdez...

Phase 1 of the Mora County Veterans Memorial, located near the Mora County Complex, was recently completed. Mora County’s first-ever veterans memorial is one step closer to reality, as the committee behind the project marks the completion of its first phase. Located on the field in front of the Mora

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

An Albuquerque Catholic parish already known for provocative political displays is facing new scrutiny after its church letterboard appeared to single out a local woman by name after she repeatedly criticized the parish’s left-wing messaging. The latest controversy centers on Saint Therese Parish, also known as the Shrine of the

An Arizona mother said she and her newborn daughter are in good health after she delivered the baby in her car in a parking lot during a monsoon storm with the help of…

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Jenn Garcia, a Roswell native who graduated from Goddard High School and earned a degree in filmmaking from New Mexico State University, was recently one of only six f…

The future location where the Roswell Museum will operate has yet to be decided. Originally known as the Federal Art Center, Roswell’s museum building was constructed …

According to the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ), Roshelle Ruffin, a former employee of Krumland Auto Group — employed as an office manager from Jan. 20, 2023…

State and regional civil defense coordinators were working on a dispersal plan for residents of Chaves County in the event of a national emergency. The plan would have…

ALBUQUERQUE — Two Mexican nationals were sentenced to federal prison for their roles as foot guides in a human smuggling operation that resulted in the death of a 26-y…

Less than two years after he was hired, Doña Ana County Manager Scott Andrews is out with three years remaining on his contract.

WBC women’s featherweight boxer Hannah Rapp died on Saturday morning after being hit by a car while riding her bicycle in Brazos County, Texas, according to the Brazos…

Carl Kunasek, an influential former state Senate president who presided over the impeachment trial of former Gov. Evan Mecham, died July 20. He was 94.

A man with developmental disabilities who was reported missing after being swept down a wash in Pima County has been found dead, according to the Pima County Sheriff's…

Linda Thompson Smith was a driving force in defining the cultural landscape of Phoenix in her dual role as DJ and music director at free-form progressive-rock radio st…

She was at a construction site where no work was being done, but there was a truck that held a crane and a basket that could be hoisted aloft. The woman asked for a ride.

Millions of dollars have flowed to local governments across New Mexico in the last three years for addiction treatment and other measures to mitigate the state's deadly, decades-long opioid epidemic. Much of that funding remains unspent. Nearly...

The Taos Municipal Schools District Board of Education has taken a step toward borrowing up to $5.5 million for educational technology and equipment improvements across the district, including district and state-authorized charters. At its...

Hotel Willa, a 50-room property near Taos' Historic District, has launched a marketing partnership with Volkswagen Group of America adding Volkswagen vehicles to the hotel's guest experience, according to a press release. The partnership includes...

Meca Therapies, an early childhood intervention and family health services organization serving 11 counties across New Mexico, opened a new office in Taos on Thursday (July 16). The organization strives to close care gaps in rural communities by...

A Southern New Mexico newspaper that appeared destined to join a long list of those in the state that have ceased operations in recent years has been resurrected. The Roswell Daily Record’s owners announced Wednesday they have reached an...

Longtime Gallina Canyon resident Kyle Remiger heard the sounds first. "They started at 5:45 in the morning, and it really did sound like that angry swarm of bees," she said, recalling the chainsaws that buzzed through the forest near her...

Connor Hall, a residence hall on the New Mexico Highlands University campus, on Tuesday. Luna Community College recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement with NMHU to allow Luna students to live at the university in the fall. The students will likely live at Connor Hall. Luna Community College has ensured

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:...

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News “Chaco is not for sale”: NM lawmakers and Pueblo leaders fight to preserve protections by Jesse Jones July 22, 2026

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The stack of lawsuits filed against New Mexico Highlands University keeps getting taller. Paul Grindstaff, Highlands’ former vice president for advancement and university relations who also served as executive director of the NMHU Foundation, has accused the state-owned school in Las Vegas, N.M., of retaliating against him after he alerted

Editor A Ribera man will spend the next 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to raping a pair of underage girls in July 2025. Joe Louis Rivera, 25, took a plea deal on July 14, pleading guilty to two counts of second degree criminal sexual penetration of a minor.

The New Mexico Democratic Party’s scramble to replace Maggie Toulouse Oliver as its lieutenant governor nominee is turning into an ugly intraparty brawl, with state Sen. Harold Pope backed by Democratic Socialists while Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard is getting help from Deb Haaland, Jane Fonda, and fellow Democrats attacking

A bear that climbed to the top of a utility pole in New Mexico reportedly met a grim end after video of the stranded animal began circulating online. The video, which spread across social media, shows a large bear perched high above the ground on a utility pole while a

Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is recalling four lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride tablets, USP 5 mg, due to cross-contamination with ranitidine. Cetirizine is a lo…

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) has been awarded more than $900,000 in federal funding to expand apprenticeship programs and str…

ALBUQUERQUE — Attorney General Raúl Torrez on Monday issued the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted a req…

Final fiscal-year budget matters also on tap for city council approval on Thursday

ALBUQUERQUE — At Coyote Canyon, the challenge was not just whether a drone could be detected by radar or whether a sensor could spot movement across rough terrain. The…

Eddie RayRobertsEddie Ray Roberts was born August 24th, 1934, was orphaned at the age of 7 and raised by his grandmother in Henrietta, TX. He was an…

Randall Edward ThomasRandall Edward Thomas, lovingly known as Randy, passed away on July 7, 2026. Born on May 4, 1952, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, he was the…

Miguel Pablo ChavezIn Loving Memory of Miguel Pablo Chavez Miguel Pablo Chavez, 39, passed away unexpectedly in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on June 25, 2026…

Dr. Florence Roque and her staff have once again given families one final blowout opportunity before schools start a new year of learning. “This is ou...

The story of the devastating 2022 Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire and its aftermath gained a new international audience and an award during the recent Esri User Conference in San Diego, Calif. Dana Heusinkveld, a GIS research specialist with the New Mexico Forest and Watershed Restoration Institute (NMFWRI) based at Highlands

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between July 14 and July 20, 2026: Alexander C. Alirez, Aggravated Driving While Under the Influence of Liquor and/or Drugs (.16 or Above) (First Offense), No Driver’s License, No Proof of Insurance, Improper Use of Evidence of Registration,

A Farmington woman has pleaded guilty in federal court after prosecutors say she helped carry out a years-long Medicaid fraud scheme involving fake and ineligible non-emergency medical transportation trips across New Mexico. Dorothea Irving, 47, pleaded guilty Monday to conspiracy to commit health care fraud, according to the U.S. Department

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ALBUQUERQUE — Lovelace Health System, serving communities across New Mexico, on Friday announced a new workforce investment designed to address critical nursing shorta…

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The Town of Taos Office of Emergency Management, in partnership with local first responders and community stakeholders, will hold a full-scale emergency preparedness exercise at Red Willow Park Wednesday (July 22).

Cruikshank Realty Associate Brokers Joe Bush (left) and John Stroh II, accredited land consultant. This month, Cruikshank Realty is highlighting associate brokers John Stroh II and Joe Bush, whose deep agricultural roots and commitment to the land empower and guide their clients. With nearly 50 years in Colorado’s agricultural real

New Mexico Acequia Association Executive Director Paula Garcia, pictured at the Roundhouse on July 15, 2026, said accessible, recurring funding for acequias is increasingly urgent due to natural disasters that deprive stewards of their livelihoods. New Mexico acequias won’t survive the new normal of wildfires, floods and prolonged drought without

Sen. PopeThe race for lieutenant governor is revealing a much more aggressive left wing in the state Democratic party with important implications for economic policy should Deb Haaland become the next governor. The race for the number two spot features two leading hopefuls--term-limited State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard and

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is openly celebrating New Mexico’s role as an abortion destination, boasting in a new social media post that more than 11,500 patients received abortion services in the state in 2024. For pro-life New Mexicans, the post was not a point of pride. It was a chilling

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is using a new state report on school discipline in Gallup-McKinley County Schools to push a broader left-wing reform agenda, calling for changes to how schools punish students and urging lawmakers to give his office more power to investigate alleged civil rights violations. The

Former University of New Mexico Lobo Josh Kerr is now the fastest miler in world history. Kerr, the British middle-distance star who once dominated the NCAA while competing for the Lobos, broke one of track and field’s most iconic records Saturday in London, running the mile in 3 minutes, 42.66

More than 40 middle school students from Roswell and Dexter celebrated the successful completion of the Governor's Summer ChalleNGe Program during a graduation ceremon…

Those interested in providing tutelage to Chaves County residents looking to improve their literacy skills are asked to attend the upcoming “Recruit a Tutor Day” from …

The Chaves Soil and Water Conservation District (CSWCD) has been named the Region 6 Soil and Water Conservation District of the Year by the New Mexico Association of C…

With increasing precipitation and higher humidity resulting in reduced fire danger, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Roswell Field Office has terminated fire restri…

SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on Thursday opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on plans to include 30 oil and gas parcels tot…

In 1903 James Graham McNary, owner and L.H. Allen, business manager for The Las Vegas Optic bought and absorbed a rival paper called the Daily Record. City Clerk R. G. Schoonmaker yesterday celebrated the 48th anniversary of his residence in Las Vegas. On July 10, 1884, Mr. Schoonmaker came to

New Mexico Democrats erupted online after President Donald Trump announced the declassification and release of election-related intelligence documents, using the moment to accuse him of lying, undermining democracy, and trying to “rig” future elections. Trump used a prime-time White House address to unveil what his administration described as newly released

ALBUQUERQUE — The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is $4.04 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch. That pri…

On Monday, Economic Development New Mexico launched the Targeted Federal Match Grant, the first funding opportunity from the state’s new $150 million Research, Develop…

For the Headlight Deming Police officers responded to a delayed report of an ambulance stolen Tuesday from the Deming Fire Department at 309 S. Gold A...

Evangelina Duran Thanks to the leadership of two local teenagers, Mora and San Miguel counties are a bit tidier and safer. Benito F. Armijo, 18, of Wagon Mound and Evangeline Duran, 17, of Chacon recently led cleanup projects in their respective communities. Duran and Armijo were members of New Mexico’s

According to research by historian and author Virginia Sánchez, Morphy Lake is at least 150 years old. As America celebrates 250 years, Mora County is also marking a milestone birthday of one of its most noted landmarks. According to research by historian and author Virginia Sánchez, Morphy Lake is at

New Mexico Democrats are escalating their fight with the U.S. Department of Justice over Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch records, demanding access to unredacted files even as federal officials warn that handing over millions of unredacted documents could violate court orders, federal law, and protections for victims and witnesses. The public

Is your child turning 5 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2026? If so, now is the time to register them for kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year. “K...

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

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

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

A federal judge has dismissed the U.S. Department of Justice’s lawsuit seeking New Mexico’s detailed voter registration list, handing Democrat Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver a courtroom win — at least for now — in a high-stakes fight over election integrity, voter privacy, and federal oversight. U.S. District Judge

Gregg HullThe Gregg Hull ship has sprung another dangerous leak with DC pundits bailing out amid a developing financial crisis for the Republican gubernatorial nominee. The Cook Political Report has rerated his race with Democratic nominee Deb Haaland, taking it from "Likely Democratic" to "Solid Democratic." That is only going

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is once again putting abortion at the center of his campaign message, using a newly published Albuquerque Journal opinion column to mark the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision and attack Republicans who support limits on abortion. Vasquez, a far-left Democrat who represents New Mexico’s

New Mexico House Speaker Javier Martínez, an Albuquerque Democrat, is drawing attention for an emotional social media video in which he accused ICE personnel of murdering a Mexican national in Houston and vowed to use his power as speaker to “protect our people.” The remarks came after the fatal shooting

Friday-Sunday, July 10-12 Loretta Ann Rockabilly festival – noon to midnight, Tucumcari....Read More

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Extreme heat can cause a myriad of health problems for residents who reside in the desert Southwest, and Dr. Florence C. Roque of Southwest Pediatrics...

A new piece in The Federalist is putting national attention on a New Mexico campaign finance law that critics say forces civic groups to choose between speaking about elected officials and exposing private donors to the government. The article, written by Marc Wheat and Mitchell Bahnsen, focuses on Rio Grande

New Mexico’s Democrat senators are facing new scrutiny over their handling of Maine Democrat Senate nominee Graham Platner after a rape allegation sent national Democrats fleeing from a candidate many in the party had recently tried to rally behind. Platner, the Democrat nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine, is accused

Hull & HaalandThere will be no early start for Gregg Hull. The '26 GOP gubernatorial nominee is stuck in neutral following the first month of the campaign, lacking the financial muscle to engage Democrat Deb Haaland whose well-oiled money machine has already churned out over $13 million with more to

Monday, July 6 *Roar and Explore: Ice Excavation – 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library, 218...Read More

Nearly five years after federal agents raided the home of former New Mexico House Majority Leader Sheryl Williams Stapleton, the disgraced Albuquerque Democrat is finally set to face trial in one of the largest public corruption cases in recent New Mexico history. Williams Stapleton, once one of the most powerful

Democrat U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández is once again attacking Republican-backed election integrity reforms, claiming the push to require proof of citizenship and voter identification is part of an effort to make it harder for Americans to vote. In a series of social media videos, the far-left congresswoman from New

New Mexico’s three far-left Democrat members of the U.S. House closed out the latest fundraising quarter with a flood of urgent, panicky emails begging supporters for cash before the midnight Federal Election Commission deadline. Reps. Gabe Vasquez, Melanie Stansbury, and Teresa Leger Fernández all sent last-minute fundraising appeals on June

Haaland & Garcia RichardThere's little doubt that outgoing State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard is highly likely to become the Democratic party's lieutenant governor nominee after securing the endorsement of gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland but things could still get messy. (Haaland video here.)Notably, the state Democratic party will not conduct

With Primary '26 in the books, we're taking a blogging break so posts will be occasional. To be notified via email whenever we add a post, subscribe to the blog by using the link on the right or at this link. Thanks for your continued interest. Now a final look

Deb Haaland blew the doors off Tuesday night, crafting a 72 to 28 percent landslide over rival Sam Bregman and securing the 2026 Democratic gubernatorial nomination. She now enters the general election campaign as the odds-on favorite against freshly-minted Republican nominee and former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull. All statewide

Unofficial results of the New Mexico primary election began to trickle in electronically Tuesday evening after the polls closed at 7 p.m., and a spars...

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 ...

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...

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