ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A storybook season marked by grit and improbable milestones came to an abrupt halt Saturday as the No. 4 seeded East Mountain Lady Timberwolves fell 3-2 to the No. 5 Bosque School Lady Bobcats in a tightly contested Class 3A state soccer tournament quarterfinals match at the
Published: Sunday, November 01, 2026 01:16AM
Lobos survive multiple turnovers, late scare in Halloween win over San Jose State Albuquerque Journal
Published: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:56AM
Albuquerque – During a press conference at the scene, Albuquerque Police Department Chief Cecily Barker provided additional details about an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Halloween in the War Zone. According to APD, the 17-year-old girl was attempting to break up an altercation involving the boy’s mother and several other
Published: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:29AM
A psychologist and his friends embarked on a 12-day journey along Route 66 in classic cars, collecting signatures and memories to honor the highway's 100th anniversary.
Published: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 05:36AM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The La Cueva Bears & Sandia Matadors battled it out on the field Saturday afternoon, and after a combined 85 points were scored, the Bears came away with the win 43-42. La Cueva scored in the final minute of the game and decided to go for the
Published: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 05:51AM
The teen went to bed without seeking treatment; his 20-year-old adult friend was in possession of the stolen firearm when the incident happened
Published: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 03:59AM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — To reach the state championship game, the East Mountain High School boys soccer team must overcome the only hurdle that has tripped it up all season. Fourth-seeded East Mountain (17-4) travels across the pass Monday to battle top-seeded Sandia Prep (18-2-1) in the NMAA Class 3A state
Published: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 03:51AM
Albuquerque – The Multi-Agency Task Force is responding to start an investigation into an Albuquerque Police Department officer-involved shooting in Southeast Albuquerque. The incident is near Tennessee St. N.E., between Copper Ave. and Chico Rd. According to APD, no officers were injured in the incident. Authorities have not released information
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:02PM
Voters will decide whether state lawmakers can draw a salary as well as picking a congressman in the state’s only swing district.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:30PM
A judge ordered Robert Hagen held in jail before trial in the viral August road rage case after police said he crashed and then drove off. The post Second driver in viral road rage video appears before judge appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:41PM
Because Las Cruces Pride events coincide with Halloween, many LGBTQ+ people are '“able to be themselves for the first time.”
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:00PM
Mesilla Valley Chorale will perform its annual holiday concert Dec. 13 at the Rio Grande Theatre in Las Cruces. Tickets are on sale now for $10.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 10:00PM
Silver Alert from Luna County looking for a missing man
Please find the information on a missing person in Luna County in the PDF below;
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 10:04PM
These crisp Hatch Chile Cabbage Pancakes combine tender shredded cabbage, smoky roasted Hatch chiles, cornmeal, Monterey Jack and Southwestern spices. Pan-fried until golden, they make an easy, affordable side dish for grilled meats, roasted chicken or soup. Serve them hot with Hatch Chile Lime Crema, sour cream and green onions.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 09:00PM
Heidi Klum reveals Halloween costume as her iconic party marks 25 years
Heidi Klum underwent a bloody transformation to become a giant, gruesome severed hand for her annual Halloween party in New York on Saturday, 25 years after she began hosting the much-anticipated event. Klum was unrecognizable, with only her eyes and mouth showing, blood dripping from her mouth as she stuck
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 09:45PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:24PM
Hestle “Bud” Davis was born in Olustee, Oklahoma in 1931 and moved to Espanola, New Mexico in the early 1940s where he attended and graduated from McCurdy High in 1951. He joined the Navy in June of 1951 right out of high school. He served in the Navy as an
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:01AM
Trick-or-treating on Main Avenue in downtown Durango on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:18PM
Trump administration’s social media posts ahead of elections criticized for being inflammatory
The Trump administration’s online accounts are circulating images of a pumpkin carved with a sombrero design and a fake Halloween-themed background around a Black man apparently accused of food assistance fraud, in social media posts slammed by critics as inflammatory rhetoric. Only days before the midterm elections, the posts coincide
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:34PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:54PM
[caption id="attachment_109463" align="alignnone" width="861"] [/caption] A domestic cat has become the fourth case of New World screwworm infecti...
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:00PM
NMSU hosts a free rangeland and wildlife research field day Nov. 13 in Las Cruces, featuring desert restoration, oryx and bat studies.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:10PM
Polis estimates nearly $27 million in damages from last week's flooding as the area prepares for more rain and potential flooding this weekend
Published: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:29AM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:39AM
Polls will be open statewide from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Here’s where to vote in Santa Fe County:
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:30PM
Police say the dispute over loud music escalated into a fight before the boy shot a 17-year-old. An officer later fired at an armed woman at the scene.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:10PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 05:48AM
Flood chances return Saturday night as county officials prepare for more wet weather and forecasters expect up to 1 inch of rain Saturday night. The post San Juan County crews gear up for more flooding this weekend appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:32PM
A northwest Albuquerque Chevron has turned into a haunted gas station, where six employees spent more than a week building free Halloween scares. The post Local gas station turns haunted house for Halloween fun appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:31PM
A shooting involving Albuquerque police officers is under investigation Saturday afternoon. The post APD: 10-year-old shoots and kills teenager during fight appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:24PM
New Mexico has become a key stop for potential 2028 Democratic presidential contenders drawn by its position as the fourth-voting state.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 10:45PM
“This is not just a small little project in the Rincon,” Jennifer Kleitz said. “We’ll develop the model here and it can be applied all over th…
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 10:45PM
Tuesday’s student protests highlighted broader concerns around AI and unease with the emerging technologies reshaping our world.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 10:15PM
"This flood, they're saying it's going to reach historic levels," said Archuleta County Sheriff's Office spokesperson Vicki Shaffer. "There was a flood in 1911 that reached 17.8 feet. This flood for this week is expected to reach 16.9 feet."
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 09:20PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:13AM
The water main break is located on Paradise Boulevard Northwest, near Unser Boulevard Northwest. Motorists are asked to avoid the area.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 09:41PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 09:44PM
A large water main break near Unser and Paradise closed the intersection and left some West Side customers with temporary outages and low water pressure. The post Large water main break temporarily disrupts service near Unser and Paradise appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 09:07PM
The National Weather Service says heavy rains are expected to bring a threat of flash flooding to already saturated areas of the U.S. Southwest. The rain was expected to start Saturday evening, with the flooding threat going into Monday. As much as 4 inches of rain could fall in parts
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:40PM
An arson Saturday morning damaged the building of a beleaguered police department in Mississippi that has drawn outrage from the community in recent months after an officer shot and killed a 1-year-old, authorities said. The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and local agencies are investigating. The fire
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:15PM
Healthcare access and affordability have become a central issue — and a surprising point of consensus — ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:00PM
[caption id="attachment_109452" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Photo by Raleigh Burleigh for the Daily Press)Many familiar faces will participate in ...
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:00PM
[caption id="attachment_109462" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Photo by Raleigh Burleigh for the Daily Press)This year, the American Legion Auxiliary...
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:00PM
By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A scheduled one-day trial of a man accused of attacking an EMT in February was canceled this week after the charges w...
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:00PM
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent charged with running over a Mexican man in Houston will turn himself in on Monday, according to his attorney, David Lindenmuth. Mario Alberto Morales struck Miguel Parra Hernandez, a 48-year-old construction worker, with his unmarked SUV on Oct. 10 as Parra Hernandez fled
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:31PM
KC Counts talks with Dr. Jagdish Khubchandani about the health effects of changing time twice a year.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:37PM
KRWG Public Media is covering the New Mexico Otero County Commission race for district 2. Election day is November 3rd. Declined-to-State candidate Evan Lambert spoke with Serena Johnson.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:07PM
Bobcats finish regular season 9-1, unbeaten district mark heading to playoffs
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:40PM
UNM running back Scottre Humphrey finds open space after getting past a pair of would-be tacklers during the first half of a Mountain West Conference game against San Jose State, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026 at CEFCU Stadium. (UNM Creative Services) SAN JOSE, Calif. – Despite committing three turnovers, New Mexico
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:18PM
President Donald Trump took a break from daily rallies to talk to voters via telephone.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:48PM
The progressive newcomers bring a new energy to the Democratic party and also potential challenges ahead for leadership.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:26PM
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:20PM
A federal judge has dismissed President Donald Trump’s multibillion-dollar lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murd…
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:21PM
The youth told police he jumped into the back seat to look at the gun and accidentally put his finger on the trigger.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:15PM
Edna Maria Inez Garcia died peacefully on September 30, 2026, in Los Lunas, New Mexico where she lived with her daughter. She was born Edna Maria Inez Valdez, daughter of Erminia and Jose Maria Valdez, on July 27, 1935, in Dixon, where she was raised most of her childhood. She
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:33PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:34AM
Artesia families enjoyed a safe Halloween at First Methodist Church’s annual Trunk or Treat, where decorated vehicles offered candy and prizes to trick-or-treaters of all ages. Local business Locker Room Cards and Collectibles also joined the festivities, welcoming visitors with candy and trading cards while owners dressed in creative costumes.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:25PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:29PM
The Wingfield Heritage House Museum marked its second anniversary with record growth, welcoming nearly twice as many visitors each month and engaging more than 500 participants through Family Fun Days. New donations expanded its collection, while “Carmon Phillips—Capturing Mid-Century Ruidoso” showcases local history through photographs. The free museum is open
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:00PM
Cobre discusses plans for new grades six through twelve school.
Cobre discusses plans for new grades six through twelve school. By Lynn Janes The Cobre Consolidated School Board held a regular meeting on October 19, 2026, at Snell Middle School. Board members in attendance included Hector Carrillo, Gabriella Begay, Gilbert Guadiana and Agelina Hardin. Dr. Verenice Gutierrez, superintendent, also attended.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:43PM
Employees in the Affordable Housing Department said turnover in the office was one of the barriers to accomplishing more.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:30PM
Rain chances stay limited across New Mexico at first, with only brief showers possible in parts of the state before wetter weather builds Sunday. The post Flood watch continues this weekend in New Mexico appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:38PM
Bernalillo County sheriff’s deputies came under gunfire at a Tijeras home and at least one round struck a patrol unit. The post BCSO deputies shot at during Tijeras standoff; patrol car hit appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:14PM
DACC will offer free FAFSA workshops Nov. 5 and 17 in Las Cruces to help students complete 2027-28 financial aid applications.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:55PM
FBI blames North Korea for stolen billions from Binance in biggest hack in history
New York (AP) — The theft of billions of dollars from Binance within a matter of minutes, the biggest crypto heist in history, was orchestrated by North Korean hackers, the FBI said Saturday. The bureau said in a statement that this week’s attack was tied to “malicious cyber activity” by
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:03PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:30PM
The incident happened Saturday while deputies were responding to reports of a disturbance in the East Mountains. No one was injured, but one BCSO patrol unit was struck by gunfire.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:36PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:20AM
Albuquerque police is investigating a motorcycle crash that killed a rider after the bike hit a curb Friday evening. The post Albuquerque police investigates fatal motorcycle accident appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:51PM
Brad Keselowski has been granted permission to pursue other NASCAR racing opportunities for the 2027 season and will sell his 20% equity stake in Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing. Keselowski announced a month ago that he was leaving the team he joined as a driver, competition executive and part-owner five years
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:25PM
Declaration would release federal funds for damages in Southwest Colorado
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:09PM
NMSU honored Amanda Nunez with its 2026 ‘A’ Mountain Staff Award for her work supporting students through Student Assistance Services.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:04PM
US plans to deport Afghans back to their home country through Pakistan, documents show
President Donald Trump’s administration is planning to deport Afghans detained in the U.S. back to their home country via Pakistan, according to court documents obtained by The Associated Press — a move advocacy groups say could put their lives at risk. Immigrant rights organizations say those deported could face retaliation
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:40PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:32PM
Tijeras – The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an early morning incident in Tijeras after deputies came under gunfire while responding to a disturbance involving multiple armed individuals, believed to be juveniles. At least one round struck a BCSO patrol vehicle. Deputies were dispatched at approximately 3 AM on
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:51PM
The New Mexico Racing Commission has issued notice that Ruidoso Downs’ racing and simulcast licenses could be suspended or revoked. The action followed a unanimous vote during an Oct. 28 special meeting. If the licenses are revoked, the track could not host live horse racing, receive race dates, or broadcast
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:00PM
Daylight saving time ends Nov. 1, 2026. Las Cruces fire and police officials remind residents to turn clocks back and check smoke alarms.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:02PM
Bayard council approves variance
By Lynn Janes The town of Bayard held a special meeting September 18, 2026. Attendance included Mayor John L. Ojinaga, Mayor Pro Tem Eloy Gonzales, Eloy Medina, Gilbert Ortiz and Charles Gray. Martha Salas, city clerk, also attended. The council approved the agenda. Cordell Jones, planning and zoning chair, said
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:41PM
Bayard receives award for audit
By Lynn Janes (Writers note: this article was written using the minutes provided by the city of Bayard.) The town of Bayard held a regular meeting September 16, 2026. Attendance included Mayor John L. Ojinaga, Mayor Pro Tem Eloy Gonzales, Eloy Medina, Gilbert Ortiz and Charles Gray. Martha Salas, city
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:34PM
Bayard special meeting with closed session
By Lynn Janes The town of Bayard held a special meeting September 30, 2026. Attendance included Mayor John L. Ojinaga, Mayor Pro Tem Eloy Gonzales, Gilbert Ortiz and Charles Gray. Martha Salas, city clerk, also attended. Eloy Medina did not attend. The council approved the agenda. The council went into
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:28PM
Mamdani says Trump agrees to grant visa to mother of Ghanian teen killed in Bronx shooting
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said on Saturday in a social media post that after talking to President Donald Trump, he has agreed to grant a visa to the mother of a 15-year-old immigrant from Ghana who was shot to death earlier this week. The
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:48PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:06PM
Rubio says the US government did not facilitate Bolsonaro’s flight to the US
ATLANTA (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday that the Trump administration did not facilitate defeated presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro’s departure to the U.S. after he left Brazil following his election defeat to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro arrived in Miami on Wednesday, a
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:34PM
Gabby Williams leads Valkyries to WNBA championship in second season, beating Dream 68-63 in Game 7
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A fresh WNBA CHAMPIONS T-shirt over her uniform, Gabby Williams cradled the shiny MVP trophy in one arm and gave it a kiss. She held up a No. 1 with her left hand, then hugged and high-fived her supporters all the way to Golden State’s locker
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:02PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 01:15AM
Evacuees from Russian-occupied Oleshky have arrived in Ukrainian-held territory. They were evacuated during the most substantial truce since R…
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:41PM
London police say that 139 people have been arrested at a protest outside the U.S. Embassy in support of the banned group Palestine Action.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:14PM
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:27AM
According to Albuquerque Police, the single-vehicle crash occurred Friday evening.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:58PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 12:28AM
New Mexico Nurses Association President Jason Bloomer makes the case for Amendment 4, legislative salaries and greater representation of working families.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:12PM
Heavy rains expected to bring flooding risk to already saturated parts of the US Southwest
Heavy rains starting Saturday evening were expected to bring a threat of flash flooding to already saturated areas of the U.S. Southwest through Monday, according to the National Weather Service. As much as 4 inches (10 centimeters) of rain could fall across the region, where a number of weather systems
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:40PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:00PM
Federal officials investigate arson at beleaguered police department in Mississippi
An arson Saturday morning damaged the building of a beleaguered police department in Mississippi that has drawn outrage from the community in recent months after an officer shot and killed a 1-year-old, authorities said. It was unclear what caused the fire at the headquarters of the Senatobia Police Department. The
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:15PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:40PM
Bulldogs football take on the Trojans at 1 p.m.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:56PM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Friday afternoon, the one-seeded St. Pius X boys soccer team defeated #8 Hope Christian, 3-0, to advance to the Class 4A state semi-finals. The Sartans scored all three of their goals in the first half with Nico Certain scoring one and Nico Reyes scoring two. Now the
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:33PM
The Village of Ruidoso is in the middle of a $5.1 million water line project on Robin Road and Carrizo Canyon Road, that requires drilling under Sudderth. The post Ruidoso’s water line work in progress under Sudderth Drive appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:00PM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media With one second left in the game, Tucumcari kicker Matthew Gomez lines up for a 42-yard field goal and it just clears the crossbar for the 2-point dramatic 16-14 win over the Raton Tigers Friday night in the regular season finale in the Jungle. The…
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:52PM
Attorneys for Alaska say ‘meritless’ Trump demand to set aside Senate ballots ‘not even possible’
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Alaska’s Republican-run state government on Saturday urged a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed at President Donald Trump’s direction to stop the certification of a possible Democratic win in that state’s pivotal U.S. Senate race, writing that there is “no reason for this Court to
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:53PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:32PM
‘Grasping at straws’: Judge dismisses Trump suit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter
Saying the president was “grasping at straws,” a federal judge on Saturday threw out Donald Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and media mogul Rupert Murdoch over a story reporting on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. U.S. District Judge Darrin Gayles in Miami dismissed the suit with
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:50PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:58PM
ICE agent charged with assault for hitting a fleeing man with his car will turn himself in on Monday
A federal immigration officer charged with aggravated assault after he ran over a Mexican man with his car in Houston will turn himself in on Monday, according to his attorney. Mario Alberto Morales, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer, struck Miguel Parra Hernandez, a 48-year-old construction worker, with his
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:31PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:16PM
Republicans on defense in Texas while Democrats in Michigan can’t get on the same page
Texas was not expected to be an epicenter of midterm elections that could reshape the final chapters of Donald Trump’s second presidency. But Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico were making closing arguments Saturday in a tossup U.S. Senate race that has become a key measure of voters’ frustration
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:03PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:50PM
Yoav Segalovitz, a Jewish ex-cop and Zionist, will soon join Israel’s parliament as a member of Ra’am, an Arab-led party.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:38PM
Iran’s strikes on more than two dozen U.S. bases in the Middle East focused on early warning systems before hitting aircraft and buildings.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:18PM
New Mexico School for the Arts gives students statewide access to rigorous academics and pre-professional arts training, but distance remains a barrier. Its dormitory provides free housing, meals and programming for rural students who could not otherwise attend. As NMSA seeks permanent dorm funding in 2027, state leaders should ensure
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:00PM
A New World screwworm infestation detected in an Otero County beef cow has prompted livestock movement restrictions within approximately 12.5 miles of the case. Ranchers must obtain veterinary inspections and movement certificates, with restrictions expected to last at least 84 days. Officials urge owners to monitor animals for worsening wounds,
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:00PM
New Mexico anglers found strong trout action at Monastery, Fenton, Bonito and other lakes, with effective baits including PowerBait, nightcrawlers, worms and leech flies. Rainbow trout conditions varied on the Rio Grande, Rio Chama and San Juan River, while bass were biting at Bill Evans Lake. Catfish action remained slow
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:00PM
Rising healthcare costs are a major concern for older Americans, and it's affecting their finances and political priorities. Open enrollment for Medicare began in October, with changes in costs and coverage. Prescription drug prices remain high and that's forcing some people to ration medications. Long-term care costs have also increased
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:22PM
A NASA telescope is barely clinging to space after a failed rescue effort left it tottering lower and lower. The U.S. Space Force predicts the Swift Observatory will come crashing down on or around Friday. Most of the 1 1/2-ton telescope is expected to burn up in the atmosphere. But
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:03PM
For the first time in a dozen years, a leading OB-GYN group has updated its guidance on managing hot flashes, night sweats, sleep changes and other disruptive symptoms that often come along with menopause. Menopause occurs when a woman has gone 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period, and happens
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:02PM
Local children began their holiday celebration early, with the Children's Halloween Program at the Ruidoso Public Library on Oct. 27. The post Cakes and costumes and bingo… Oh my! appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:00PM
There is something wonderfully comforting about a crisp, golden pancake and these Hatch Chile Cabbage Pancakes put a Southwestern spin on it. The post CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL: Hatch Chile Cabbage Pancakes appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:00PM
New Mexico School for the Arts gives students statewide access to rigorous academics and pre-professional arts training, but distance remains a barrier. Its dormitory provides free housing, meals and programming for rural students who could not otherwise attend. As NMSA seeks permanent dorm funding in 2027, state leaders should ensure
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:00PM
New Mexico National Guard members and Oklahoma rescuers saved 78 goats, a mule, a dog and three people from Rio Grande flooding near San Antonio.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:51PM
Over 40% of names on DOJ list of alleged noncitizens are not on Calif. voter rolls, analysis finds
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 4 in 10 names flagged as possible noncitizen voters in California by the Trump administration cannot be found on the state’s voter rolls, according to a legal filing Saturday by an immigrant-rights group. It’s the first outside analysis of a list that the Department of
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:42PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:34PM
Artesia cross-country runners show up at teh District Championships in Roswell.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:12AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:40AM
Authorities issue a second Silver Alert for Max Adams, 78, after he disappeared again in Doña Ana County. See his description and vehicle details.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:59AM
Virginia and DC sue over Trump’s arch, adding to legal challenges as government wants work to begin
WASHINGTON (AP) — The legal challenges to President Donald Trump’s proposed memorial arch are mounting, with the District of Columbia and Virginia suing in federal court Saturday as the administration says construction could begin as early as next week. U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan proceeded to consolidate that lawsuit with
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 11:01AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:12PM
Española City Police officers charged an Española man with felony larceny between $500 and $2,500, after he allegedly stole a phone from a gas station clerk, who left it in an aisle while stocking. Sgt. Francisco Lovato arrested Kenneth Garcia, 21, Oct. 15, following the incident which was originally reported
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:18AM
Up to 50 vendors were expected at the Xi Nu Annual Craft Fair at Crossroads Bible Church, 97 East Road in Los Alamos, which runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For some reason, no PR on the event was received by the Reporter for the first time in eight
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 10:08AM
BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com The 18th Annual Dia de Los Muertos Fine Art Show curated by Toby Morfin is one that’s not to be nissed. Every year, Morfin brings back some of the best artists from over the years and finds new art to enchant art lovers from throughout the region.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 09:27AM
Kamala Harris urges a ‘too big to rig’ turnout for the midterms and tees off on Trump
ATLANTA (AP) — Two years after Kamala Harris lost the presidential election to Donald Trump, she still delights Democratic donors and activists with jabs against him, saying the Republican is “callous, corrupt and incompetent” and calling him the “decorator in chief” for his White House renovations and gold adornments. But
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 09:14AM
From salmonberry harvests to traditional tattoos, Native American culture is spotlighted in November
November marks the start of National Native American Heritage Month. It's a time to celebrate the diverse histories and cultures of hundreds o…
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:41AM
Venus Williams has lost in her first WTA Tour semifinal in eight years. The 46-year-old Williams and her Indonesian playing partner Janice Tjen lost to Polina Kuderemetova and Maria Timofeeva 6-4, 6-7 (8), 10-6 in the Guangzhou Open doubles semifinals on Saturday. It marked Williams’ first WTA Tour doubles semifinal
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:33AM
Deaths in Congo's Ebola outbreak have topped 5,000 as the disease spreads relentlessly. Data from the Congolese Ministry of Health shows the virus has killed 5,026 out of 10,351 infected, with a nearly 50% lethality rate. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, was declared in mid-May and has become
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:19AM
Iran targeted US air defenses then hit aircraft and buildings on Mideast bases, AP analysis finds
WASHINGTON (AP) — Iran’s strikes on more than two dozen U.S. bases in the Middle East focused on early-warning systems before hitting aircraft and buildings, causing billions of dollars in equipment damage, according to an Associated Press analysis. The AP independently verified damage to American targets using satellite imagery from
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 08:13AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:20PM
Flávio Bolsonaro’s departure to the US sparks a flurry of viral Brazilian memes
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Political memes have exploded in Brazil since Sunday’s election that saw President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva beat his opponent Flávio Bolsonaro, who responded to his loss by fleeing the country. Social media played an outsized role in Lula’s win, with the unprecedented mobilization of
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 07:39AM
Vinny is a big-hearted boy with a face made for smooches. At 2 years old, Vinny is a squishy-faced teddy bear, professional people lover, aspiring lap dog and full-time belly rub enthusiast. Life hasn’t always been kind to this sweet boy, but he’s still handing out affection like it’s his
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:12AM
New Mexico School for the Arts gives students statewide access to rigorous academics and pre-professional arts training, but distance remains a barrier. Its dormitory provides free housing, meals and programming for rural students who could not otherwise attend. As NMSA seeks permanent dorm funding in 2027, state leaders should ensure
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:00AM
Thousands of young protesters have taken to the streets across France for a third weekend. The French government estimated that 320,000 people turned out for the demonstrations on Saturday. They were protesting over living costs and education. Around 70,000 police officers were deployed nationwide with Paris marches rerouted to the
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:08AM
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Its one of the federal law enforcement agencies that Borderland residents likely have the most contact with every day. U.S. Customs and Border Protection is charged with both securing the border and making sure lawful trade, travel and transit of goods can continue. Their mission
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:54AM
Rising health costs and coverage changes are big concerns for older adults as Election Day nears
WASHINGTON (AP) — Barbara Weigand could not have prepared more for retirement. She stayed healthy and saved diligently for years. This year, though, a shoulder surgery and a bladder cancer diagnosis have really tested her finances. She recently withdrew $4,000 from her retirement account to cover medical expenses associated with
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:22AM
NASA telescope is on the verge of plunging back to Earth after failed rescue mission
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — An aging NASA telescope is barely clinging to space after a failed rescue effort left it tottering lower and lower. The U.S. Space Force predicts the Swift Observatory will come crashing down on or around Friday. Most of the 1 ½-ton telescope is expected to
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:03AM
There’s new guidance on menopause symptoms like hot flashes. What women need to know
For the first time in a dozen years, a leading OB-GYN group has updated its guidance on managing hot flashes, night sweats, sleep changes and other disruptive symptoms that often come with menopause. Doctors stressed the importance of hormone therapies, which many women are considering again after the removal of
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:02AM
Binance, the world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange, says hackers stole more than $6 billion in what appears to be the largest cryptocurrency…
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:00AM
The Albuquerque Academy girl's volleyball team joined Devin J Martin in studio for New Mexico Gameday Friday night. The post New Mexico Gameday: Oct. 30 appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:09AM
Roving machine uses cameras and sensors to monitor products, pricing errors and misplaced items
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:00AM
Alabama Republicans thought they had drawn a safe US House seat. A Black congressman had other ideas
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — When the U.S. Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act this year, U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures knew he was going to be targeted. Alabama’s Republican-controlled Legislature soon after redrew the 2nd Congressional District, one of only two in the state represented by a Democrat, to make
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 05:48AM
A free Halloween basketball event with food trucks, candy and live music will return for a second year at Holiday Park Community Center. The post Kenny’s Got the Score | Oct. 30 appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:40AM
New eyewitness video shows feet of floodwater covering roads and seeping into homes near Bloomfield as San Juan County braces for more rain. The post San Juan County braces for more flooding amid recovery appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:20AM
New Mexico singer Chevel Shepherd returned to the stage in Albuquerque to raise money for the Salvation Army rehabilitation program. The post Chevel Shepherd returns to the stage for charity concert appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:19AM
Iran’s leader says response to attack would have no ‘geographic limits,’ and other Mideast news
Iran’s supreme leader threatened an immediate response to a potential attack — one without “geographic limits” — as diplomatic efforts continue in an effort to avoid a return to all-out war. Meanwhile, Iran’s foreign minister said a proposal has been reached that would fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz in
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:11AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:28PM
After responding to the tractor-trailer, fire rescue personnel headed to a second nearby crash where occupants were trapped; no fatalities were reported
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:54AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:57AM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Two late second-half goals broke open a defensive stalemate Friday as No. 4 East Mountain pulled away for a 2-0 victory over No. 5 Academy for Technology and The Classics at Mesa del Sol. The Timberwolves (17-4) earned a spot in the semifinals against top-seeded Sandia Prep
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:15AM
UK prime minister signals the government will consider an apology for its role in the slave trade
LONDON (AP) — U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham says his government will consider apologizing for the first time for its role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade as it seeks to strengthen relations with nations in Africa and the Caribbean. Writing in the Guardian on Saturday, Burnham said Britain needed to
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:48AM
Evacuees reunite with family at the Ukrainian-Belarusian border after fleeing Oleshky
CHERNIHIV REGION, Ukraine (AP) — Residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky crossed into Ukrainian-held territory Saturday in a major evacuation operation carried out under the most significant truce since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine 4½ years ago. Evacuees wrapped in blue and yellow Ukrainian flags stepped off buses at the Ukrainian-Belarusian border
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:39AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:44PM
attended by hundreds
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:29AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 04:15AM
Congo’s Ebola deaths top 5,000 as fear of continent-wide spread mounts
BUNIA, Congo (AP) — Deaths in Congo’s Ebola outbreak have topped 5,000 as the country grapples with the relentless spread of the disease and cases are recorded in other African countries, the latest government data on Saturday shows. Data from the Congolese Ministry of Health showed that the disease has
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 02:19AM
Three things to watch for as New Mexico looks to avoid a letdown against San Jose State Albuquerque Journal
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:46AM
A 25-year-old man wanted in El Paso was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Albuquerque.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:09AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:12AM
Pope Leo tells Villanova and Notre Dame basketball teams he is neutral. Prevost has other ideas
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV on Saturday told the basketball teams from his alma mater Villanova and fellow Catholic university Notre Dame — in Rome for their season opener — that in matters of sport, the pontiff is neutral. Then the pope, who was born Robert Prevost, said
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:37AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 03:44PM
Shooting at Spirit Halloween store in California leaves pregnant woman dead and 6 wounded
A targeted shooting inside a Spirit Halloween store in Northern California left a pregnant woman dead and six other people wounded, police said. Gunfire rang out at about 8:30 p.m. Friday inside the store, which sells Halloween costumes and decor, at the Solano Town Center in Fairfield, the city police
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 01:36AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 06:10PM
Carlsbad rallied past Hobbs 41-40 in the regular-season finale, scoring two touchdowns in the final period. Brock Wright delivered both touchdown runs, while Lennon Ananins converted both extra points. The Cavemen finished 7-3 overall and 4-3 in District 6-2A, strengthening their case for a second consecutive playoff appearance. The post
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:30AM
Teresa Leger Fernández and Martin Zamora faced off in their only debate of the election season. Here’s where the 3rd District candidates stand on the issues.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:22AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:25AM
The $1.45 million renovation brings new habitats and a leafcutter ant exhibit to the Botanic Garden.
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:14AM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:17AM
SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) -- Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino recently underwent a months-long renovation costing approximately $2 million; it never closed its doors and is now ready to welcome both regular and, perhaps, new patrons. ABC-7 spoke with the casino’s president and general counsel, Fred Heinrich, who has been
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:33AM
Interview with conductor Jorge Martinez-Rios
Published: Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:26AM
UNM football postseason: How likely is a CFP invite? What other bowls might be in play? Albuquerque Journal
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:34PM
Fate of Avenida Cesar Chavez name remains unsettled Albuquerque Journal
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:05PM
Built in 1881, the mansion was a gift from the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway in exchange for access through the extensive land holding…
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:35PM
The ceremony concluded with a tribute to those who supported the original Freedom Riders.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:29PM
Christa Pike says she had not contemplated life beyond her execution date and is thankful for the medical workers who saved her.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:28PM
Jerome Tapia survived the September 2022 incident but is completely blind and permanently incapacitated, according the lawsuit.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:30PM
The district attorney says Parra Hernandez broke his leg and remains in federal custody at a rehabilitation facility.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:22PM
Police found 69-year-old Maria Beaman Gordon dead in her home Thursday; officers believe her vehicle was stolen at least a week earlier.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:15PM
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will choose between Laura Sanchez and Gabriel Aguilera in her final appointment to the commission.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:10PM
Santa Fe Public Schools is overhauling math instruction toward more conceptual teaching. Some parents are ready; some teachers aren’t.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:05PM
UPDATE (1:11 PM) -- The City of Sunland Park says Saturday, City Manager Mario Juarez-Infante, PE, sent a letter to Doña Ana County Clerk Amanda López Askin, Ph.D., asking for an investigation into why the City's three General Obligation Bond questions were left off the November 3, 2026 general election
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:42PM
Sommer Mitchell explains why the Las Cruces Green Chamber of Commerce opposes Project Jupiter as proposed and calls for greater public scrutiny.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:04PM
There will be a risk of excessive rain Sunday for swaths of San Juan and Rio Arriba counties, including the Navajo Nation, Farmington and Chama.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:54PM
El Paso Matters has filed a lawsuit to lift the secrecy on records from the 2019 Walmart mass shooting. They want a judge to order the release…
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:30PM
Officials say they must work through more than 200 software bugs before the program is ready to be used, but plan to roll it out by the end of…
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:30PM
Harry Houdini, a century after his death, continues to captivate. A rare essay by the escape artist has been published, shedding light on his …
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:02PM
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday urged President Donald Trump’s administration to authorize additional federal assistance to northern New Mexico communities recovering from widespread flooding.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:23PM
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- An El Paso man wanted out of El Paso for aggravated assault has been arrested in New Mexico, according to the U.S. Marshals Service. Authorities said 25-year-old George Gilbert Marez was wanted out of El Paso for offenses of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:21PM
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
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 09:56PM
Albuquerque – The United States Marshals Service (USMS) Southwest Investigative Fugitive Task Force, through its investigative efforts, has gathered information about the whereabouts of a fugitive who has been on the run for nearly nine years. Ernest Madrid, 54, had been wanted since 2017 by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 09:53PM
A federal appeals court on Friday denied a Trump administration demand that California set aside and not count the ballots of 20,000 suspected noncitizen voters, setting the stage for a possible appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. A three-judge panel of the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 09:34PM
Some voters in Santa Fe County cited rising costs and protecting democracy as top issues after casting their ballots during New Mexico’s early voting period. The county’s top election official said that with early voting ending Saturday, the county is on pace to surpass final turnout from the 2022 General
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 09:00PM
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- After discovering 42 migrants in a trailer, federal prosecutors arrested a man in Las Cruces, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Federal prosecutors in the Western District of Texas filed 256 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from Oct. 23-30. One of them included the
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 09:12PM
New Mexico will provide more than 750,000 books and individualized reading plans to over 75,000 K-3 students, with literacy packs arriving in November.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 09:28PM
In loving Memory May 9, 1950 -June 8, 2026 Dora Mae Cruz 76, was born on May 9, 1950, a lifelong resident of Ohkay Owingeh, NM. Dora passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2026, surrounded by her 2 daughters Carol & Sybil, grandchildren James, Marquetta & Melodie who loved her
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 08:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:59AM
In the years since New Mexico adopted its own Civil Rights Act, the state has not seen a significant uptick in lawsuit settlement payments or police officer resignations, according to a new study presented to state lawmakers Thursday.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 08:30PM
Brian Colón, a former New Mexico auditor, argues the state should pursue the evidence to establish what happened at Zorro Ranch.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 08:23PM
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is rounding out his midterm travel blitz in the final sprint leading up to Election Day on Nov. 3. With just four days to go, the Republican Party is aiming to keep its narrow majority in the U.S. House and control of the Senate. But
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 08:18PM
As the Trump administration waged a public legal fight with California over the ballots of suspected noncitizen voters in mid-October, behind the scenes a federal grand jury in Santa Ana issued a series of subpoenas to election officials in Los Angeles County at federal prosecutors’ urging. The subpoenas demanded a
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 08:04PM
Doña Ana Community College launches The Student Pulse, a digital student newspaper backed by a $77,000 journalism grant supporting local reporting and internships.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 08:30PM
Walk for the Heroes 101726
Photos by Mary Alice Murphy Each year, the Walk for the Heroes, which was started by Mike and Liz Lopez with a walk to Deming from Hurley, continues. For a time, it was based at Western New Mexico University, with a couple of different routes for walkers. The past two
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 08:05PM
Albuquerque – The Albuquerque Police Department (APD), working in coordination with regional law enforcement agencies and Texas authorities, arrested 38-year-old Epifanio Torres III in connection with the October 22, 2026, homicide of Mark Staake. At approximately 10:40 AM on October 22, officers responded to a reported shooting at a storage
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 07:36PM
Albuquerque – On October 29th, 2026, 24-year-old Malakai Teller was pulled over in the War Zone by a motor officer. Teller’s vehicle had suspended registration and no insurance which caught the officers attention. During the traffic stop the officer told Teller his car would be towed. Teller decided that having
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 07:17PM
As early voting surges, President Donald Trump has reshuffled his weekend schedule to rally Republicans in two states with critical Senate rac…
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 07:45PM
Barker Realty was established by Laughlin Barker, David Barker’s father, according to the company’s website.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 07:15PM
New Mexico Democratic gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland received approximately $1.5 million in recent weeks, according to New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office filings.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 07:05PM
You might spot a few wildflowers that seem out of place
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 07:27PM
Doña Ana County recorded 34,555 ballots cast as of Oct. 30, including 28,097 early in-person votes and 6,458 absentee ballots.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 07:32PM
Heinrich: Faster permitting can cut costs, create jobs Albuquerque Journal
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:02PM
The top federal prosecutor in Alaska has confirmed the existence of a criminal investigation related to an alleged scheme to confuse voters by…
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:15PM
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:32PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:33AM
House Speaker Mike Johnson joined Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham in Carlsbad days before the election for New Mexico’s 2nd District. Johnson called the race nationally significant and criticized Democratic incumbent Gabe Vasquez over oil and gas and law enforcement. Vasquez’s campaign accused Cunningham of answering to Donald Trump’s MAGA
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:01PM
House Speaker Mike Johnson joined Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham in Carlsbad days before the election for New Mexico’s 2nd District. Johnson called the race nationally significant and criticized Democratic incumbent Gabe Vasquez over oil and gas and law enforcement. Vasquez’s campaign accused Cunningham of answering to Donald Trump’s MAGA
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:01PM
House Speaker Mike Johnson joined Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham in Carlsbad days before the election for New Mexico’s 2nd District. Johnson called the race nationally significant and criticized Democratic incumbent Gabe Vasquez over oil and gas and law enforcement. Vasquez’s campaign accused Cunningham of answering to Donald Trump’s MAGA
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:01PM
New Mexico lawmakers revisit a proposal to redirect vehicle tax revenue toward road repairs as a new poll highlights concern about deteriorating roads.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:30PM
ALBUQUERQUE – Detectives with the Albuquerque Police Department’s Homicide Unit have successfully apprehended the juvenile suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred earlier this week in southwest Albuquerque. On Monday, October 27, 2026, at approximately 4:53 p.m., APD officers responded to a shooting call near the intersection
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 05:18PM
Miranda Cachini, 27, pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and on Tuesday was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 05:40PM
Ryker Tuck, 7, reaches in for a mystery treat with Stephanie Orris helping him out as Sunnyside Elementary School students participate in Spooktacular Trunk or Treat with decorated cars in the parking lot handing out candy and fun items. (Jerry...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 05:39PM
Las Cruces Public Schools seeks five Equity Council members for 2026-27. Parents and community members can apply by Nov. 15.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 05:30PM
A day of bold conversations, creativity, connection and collective imagination celebrating the women of New Mexico DESERT BLOOM NEWS RELEASE What happens when women from across generations, communities and lived experiences come together to imagine what’s possible? Something starts to grow. On Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026, Desert Bloom: An Intergenerational
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 05:13PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 05:14PM
Photo Courtesy NMSP NMSP NEWS RELEASE As flooding impacts communities across New Mexico, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Aircraft Unit has played a critical role in assisting residents in need, rescuing 10 people and 4 dogs since October 23, 2026. Over the past week, the Aircraft Unit has conducted
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 05:03PM
Advocates pitched proposals to New Mexico lawmakers this week to close what they describe as gaps in state law regarding domestic violence and animal abuse.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 04:32PM
Democrat says voters are frustrated with elected officials over rising costs, government accountability
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 04:49PM
Voters have until 7 p.m. Tuesday to cast ballots in midterm election
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 04:37PM
NM 26 construction begins Nov. 2 in Hatch. The $1.7 million resurfacing project will bring lane closures and traffic delays through Dec. 4.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 04:31PM
Local News: Friday, October 30, 2026
Western New Mexico University’s (WNMU) nursing program has been ranked No. 1 in New Mexico in RegisteredNursing.org’s https://www.registerednursing.org/state/new-mexico/#show 2027 Best […]
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 04:10PM
Artesia girls advance to quarterfinals and defeat Taos 2-0.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:58PM
The final major campaign finance reports before Election Day show Democratic gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland continuing to operate a vastly larger financial machine than Republican Gregg Hull — burning through more than $3.2 million in just three weeks while taking in another $1.33 million. The filings also show money from
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:04PM
Carlsbad falls to Clovis during district play on Thursday night action. The post Scenes from the Carlsbad vs. Clovis volleyball game appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:00PM
Snow totals well above average in high elevations of San Juan Mountains
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:05PM
Las Cruces Public Schools’ district leaders held their annual State of the District Address to highlight district progress, challenges and priorities for the future.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:57PM
COUNTY NEWS RELEASE Los Alamos Fire Department has approved a pile burn permit for Pajarito Recreation, LLC, to conduct slash pile burns between now and the end of February 2027, based on weather conditions. A burn is scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, October 31. Smoke may be visible from the burn
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:33PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 04:45PM
Emma Cartelli.Photo by Dustin Sutherland Leah Gramer. Photo by Dustin Sutherland Gracie Haaganstad. Photo by Dustin Sutherland BY JESSICA FREERLAHS Girls Soccer A dominant home performance sets up a showdown with the Aztec Tigers on HalloweenMorning. The Lady Toppers put together a commanding performance Thursday,defeating the Valley Vikings 9-1 at
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:25PM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The No. 13 Moriarty girls soccer team saw its postseason run come to an abrupt end against No. 4 powerhouse Albuquerque Academy, falling 11-1 in the opening round of the Class 4A state tournament. Janessa Torres provided the lone bright spot on the scoreboard for the Lady
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:09PM
Members of the nonprofit that ran Española’s annual fiesta voluntarily dissolved the organization on Oct. 14, but some who were directly involved have conflicting versions of what occurred during the final meeting. Fiesta del Valle de Española Corp. President Tito Terrazas Jr. said the dissolution was due to rising costs
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:27AM
As concerns rise about the potential for federal influence over the results of next week’s midterm elections, many voting experts and advocates remain confident that the nation’s highly localized systems of administering and counting votes will persevere. Facing sinking approval ratings over high prices, the White House has amped up
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 02:53PM
WASHINGTON — As of early Friday, more than 46 million Americans had cast ballots ahead of Election Day, eclipsing the early voting turnout of the 2022 midterms, according to the University of Florida’s Election Lab. In the 2022 midterm elections, 45.9 million Americans voted early, according to the UF Election
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 02:52PM
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s rallies in Kansas and Iowa this weekend are back on after initial cancellations, States Newsroom confirmed Friday. The Midwest rallies mark the final sprint to Election Day on Nov. 3 — now just four days away — where the GOP is itching to maintain its
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 02:52PM
Medicaid recipients who are disabled or have a chronic illness will not have to prove they are unable to work to be exempted from new work requirements that take effect next year, a federal judge ruled Thursday. The decision by U.S. District Judge Richard Stearns in Boston grants a partial
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 02:52PM
Bob Moore, El Paso Matters President and CEO, covers top stories each week.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 02:45PM
Local News: Thursday, October 29, 2026
The Silver City Police Department is introducing a free, public crime-mapping tool that allows residents to view recently reported incidents, […]
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 02:42PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — A proposed transfer of nearly 10,000 acres in the Sandia Mountains has raised questions about public access and land management. A local advocacy group […]
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:37PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:05PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — A proposed transfer of nearly 10,000 acres in the Sandia Mountains has raised questions about public access and land management. A local advocacy group says Rep. Melanie Stansbury told them she opposes the transfer, despite her support for land-back efforts. But in an interview
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:37PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:05PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — A proposed transfer of nearly 10,000 acres in the Sandia Mountains has raised questions about public access and land management. A local advocacy group says Rep. Melanie Stansbury told them she opposes the transfer, despite her support for land-back efforts. But in an interview
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:37PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:05PM
Explore how new vocalists are revitalizing classic rock bands in this week's Guitar and Pen column. The post Guitar & Pen: New helping the old appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:00PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — A proposed transfer of nearly 10,000 acres in the Sandia Mountains has raised questions about public access and land management. A local advocacy group says Rep. Melanie Stansbury told them she opposes the transfer, despite her support for land-back efforts. But in an interview
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:37PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:05PM
After nearly 17 years in Las Cruces, Pecan Grill & Brewery is preparing to close its doors, ending a chapter that owners Tom and Jeanine Springer say was shaped as much by the people they met as the meals they served. The restaurant,...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:34PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 02:19PM
For more than half a century, firefighters rushed out of a station on Valley Drive to answer emergencies across Las Cruces. They fought fires, responded to accidents and watched the city grow around them. One firefighter even rode his horse to...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:33PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:38PM
Halloween festivities are coming a day early to Mesilla Valley Mall, where families can trade door-to-door trick-or-treating for an evening of candy, costumes and a haunted house under one roof. Mall-O-Ween will take place Friday, Oct. 30,...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:30PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:32PM
Growing up with four older brothers, Analia Cruz knew plenty about being someone's little sister. What she didn't know was what it would be like to have a big sister of her own. Vanessa Alfonso grew up in a family with four sisters. When a...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:30PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:39PM
The Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site on the historic plaza in Mesilla is celebrating its first anniversary in November at the Taylor home, the Reynolds Store Visitor Center and The Barela Store, which are all part of the historic site. A reception to...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:30PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:39PM
Growing older doesn't always mean leaving home. But for seniors in rural southern New Mexico, getting the help they need to stay there can be difficult. Long distances, transportation costs and limited staffing can complicate in-home...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:30PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:42PM
Max Rascon knows what it takes to make a beat. Getting that music heard, however, is another challenge entirely. It's one he hopes to make easier for aspiring musicians through Juarez Music Group LLC, an independent record label and...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:30PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:43PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — A proposed transfer of nearly 10,000 acres in the Sandia Mountains has raised questions about public access and land management. A local advocacy group says Rep. Melanie Stansbury told them she opposes the transfer, despite her support for land-back efforts. But in an interview
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:37PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:05PM
House Speaker Mike Johnson joined Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham in Carlsbad days before the election for New Mexico’s 2nd District. Johnson called the race nationally significant and criticized Democratic incumbent Gabe Vasquez over oil and gas and law enforcement. Vasquez’s campaign accused Cunningham of answering to Donald Trump’s MAGA
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:01PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:52PM
Former Alamogordo senior project manager and ADA coordinator Justen Boyle alleges he was fired in retaliation for raising concerns about ADA compliance and directives he believed violated city ordinances. After he described his grievance publicly, the city commission voted 7-0 to hire an independent reviewer to investigate his termination and
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:45AM
Front page of the Oct. 24, 1958 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. “When October’s latest breeze Murmurs through the leafless trees. Elfin, fairy, gnome and sprite With shapes of wonder fill the night.” This will apply to the dance that is to be given at the Commercial club rooms
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
This opinion essay argues that the upcoming midterm elections represent more than a referendum on gas prices or presidential approval. It frames the contest as a fundamental choice between limited government and free-market capitalism and a progressive socialist agenda, examining immigration, energy, Iran, fraud, DEI, and Islamism while warning of
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
SIMCO is accepting applications for 2026 STEM Education Mini-Grants from K-12 teachers in Eddy and Lea counties. Funding supports hands-on science, technology, engineering, math, and critical-thinking projects, with awards of $1,000 for single classrooms, $1,500 for multiple classrooms, and $2,000 for entire schools. Apply online by 5 p.m. November 9,
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
Carlsbad mother Sonya Romero and her girlfriend, Danielle Sanchez, face felony charges for allegedly helping two teenagers steal more than $400 in clothing from Walmart. Police say surveillance footage showed the teens being dropped off and picked up by Romero’s car. Both women had arrest warrants issued Oct. 22 but
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
Voter discernment and Christian witness require more than following party lines, argues Rev. David Wilson Rogers. Drawing on Exodus 23, he urges Christians to reject false reports, malicious attacks, mob thinking, and political idolatry. Instead, voters should prayerfully seek truth, justice, compassion, peace, and inclusion for society’s most vulnerable before
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
This opinion essay argues that the upcoming midterm elections represent more than a referendum on gas prices or presidential approval. It frames the contest as a fundamental choice between limited government and free-market capitalism and a progressive socialist agenda, examining immigration, energy, Iran, fraud, DEI, and Islamism while warning of
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
The Ruidoso Warriors football team overwhelmed the Socorro Warriors 57-6 on Thursday, Oct. 22, in its final road game of the season. The post Ruidoso football routs Socorro ahead of Hot Springs season closer appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
A collection of arrests and reports by the Ruidoso Police Department from the week of Oct. 18-24. The post Ruidoso police blotter: Oct. 18-24 appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
The hotel will undergo a six-month renovation of approximately 80 rooms, a new upscale bar and restaurant, outdoor wading pool and new landscaping. The post Keithley’s Korner: Elevate Hotel owners to invest $6.5 million amid tourism recovery appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
A look at fishing conditions across the state. The post From trout to catfish, NM waters deliver strong fishing action appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00PM
Submitted by Charlene Spiegel, President of the Corrales Arts Center Spearheaded by the Corrales Arts Center, the Corrales Community Mural (CCM) will be created by and for the people of Corrales. It will be a three- paneled, 18-foot mosaic mural representing Corrales past, present, and ideal future, located near the
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:45PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Artesia Public Schools celebrated Red Ribbon Week with activities encouraging students to make healthy choices, remain drug-free and become heroes of their own stories. Zia Intermediate’s “Every Hero Has a Story… Every Bulldog has a Superpower” theme featured comic book superheroes, historical figures and Halloween activities while honoring DEA Special
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:39AM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:40AM
White Sands Theater’s renovation is moving forward despite a contractor allegedly taking a deposit, a second contractor raising costs and stolen copper wiring. Exterior stucco work is expected to finish next month, followed by electrical upgrades, digital projection and air conditioning. Owner Troy Stegner hopes to reopen by 2027 as
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:00AM
New Mexico anglers found strong trout action this week at lakes and rivers statewide, with especially good catches reported at Monastery, Fenton, Bonito and Roberts lakes. Bass were biting at Bill Evans Lake, while catfish action ranged from slow to fair at Tingley Beach and Elephant Butte Lake. Successful baits
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:00AM
NSF records show teardown has been its fallback plan since 2019
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:52AM
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COUNTY NEWS RELEASE Los Alamos County invites you to join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the new Direct Current (DC) Fast Charging Stations at Mesa Public Library! These new charging stations represent another step toward expanding public EV charging infrastructure and supporting more sustainable transportation
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 11:47AM
The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley. Española Police officers, Ohkay Owingeh Tribal Police, Rio Arriba County
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:17AM
MELROSE - Senior volleyball player Kailey Jackson gave the Lady Buffaloes a big early lead by winning the first 11 service points of the opening set. No. 1 ranked Melrose never looked back. Braylan Morgan had a match high 19 kills with 12 digs while Jackson dished out 27 assists
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:52AM
Los Alamos County and local tourism partners recognized Oct. 27 at the New Mexico Hospitality Association’s 2026 TopHAT Awards ceremony are, from left, Patrick Moore, Bradbury Science Museum; Ellyn Felton, Los Alamos County; Anita Barela, Los Alamos County; Sonia Ruiz, Wingate by Wyndham; Melanie Pena, Discover Los Alamos; Scott, Sandra
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:53AM
By Rodd Cayton — Corraleños interested in learning about water rights are invited to a Nov. 4 presentation at Village Council Chambers, 4324 Corrales Road. Stephanie Russo Baca and Rin Tara of the Utton Center at UNM Law School will give the briefing on general water rights, then answer questions
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 09:34AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton — Wanna help build New Mexico’s largest compost pile? A new multi-jurisdictional initiative may make that happen. Bernalillo County Public Works and District 5 Commissioner Eric Olivas are partnering with the Ciudad Soil and Water Conservation District to provide free organic waste disposal at the East Mountain
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 09:32AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham prefers installing netting, which comes with far higher costs and could require closing the bridge for two years.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 08:47AM
Neither the state Environment Department nor a hearing officer is willing to make an official call on its unrealistic timeline.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 07:44AM
Items for Northern Briefs may be submitted by sending them to jgarcia@riograndesun.com Submissions must be received no later than noon Monday for publication that week. Library Events The Española Public Library will host a Halloween Get-Together from 4-6 p.m. Thursday (10/29) at the Lucero Center, which will feature trick-or-treating, community
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:11AM
A New World screwworm infestation in an Otero County beef cow has prompted livestock movement restrictions within a 12.5-mile zone. Ranchers must obtain inspections and movement certificates, while restrictions are expected to last at least 84 days. Officials urged owners to monitor livestock and pets for untreated wounds, maggots and
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 11:03AM
This opinion essay argues that the upcoming midterm elections represent more than a referendum on gas prices or presidential approval. It frames the contest as a fundamental choice between limited government and free-market capitalism and a progressive socialist agenda, examining immigration, energy, Iran, fraud, DEI, and Islamism while warning of
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:00AM
ROSWELL, N.M. — For the No. 2-ranked Moriarty Pintos, Friday night’s regular-season finale against New Mexico Military Institute is strictly about taking care of business. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at the NMMI Football Field in Roswell, where Moriarty (7-2) aims to cap its regular season by locking down
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 06:14AM
The Lady’Dogs soccer team advance to the quarterfinals.
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 05:07AM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:40PM
At only 15, he has six years experience under his belt
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 05:00AM
Lobos face little room for error in nonconference play Albuquerque Journal
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:27AM
Arrest leads to discovery of more than 100 cats inside bus in university area Albuquerque Journal
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:07AM
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has explained why she told the state transportation secretary to seek other ways to deter suicides than higher railings at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, arguing the $8 million project would undermine the bridge’s...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:04AM
Jackson faces sexual assault charge
By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Former city of Deming community services director and candidate for mayor Alexi Jackson was arrested earlier this...
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:00AM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Police arrested the former venue manager of the Rio Grande Theatre in Las Cruces for allegedly serving alcohol to a 19-year-old woman and sexually assaulting a teenage girl. The Las Cruces Police Department said 33-year-old Christopher Lininger was arrested on Thursday. He has been charged
Published: Friday, October 30, 2026 12:50AM
Second driver in viral Albuquerque road rage charged months after incident Albuquerque Journal
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:43PM
The Federal Aviation Administration says one of the helicopters was carrying only the pilot and the other one had two people aboard.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:42PM
Three days of national mourning started Thursday.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:37PM
The convictions expose him to a maximum potential prison sentence of up to 19 years.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:25PM
Santa Fe River advocates are sharply criticizing a multimillion-dollar Santa Fe County riverbed restoration project, noting sandstone rocks me…
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:25PM
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BY KEVIN HOLSAPPLELos Alamos After reading the recent Los Alamos Reporter candidate issue snapshots on affordable housing and preventing housing displacement, I have one takeaway: the County Council candidates recognize that our current housing approach isn’t working for our essential workforce. Candidates (including two incumbents) say they are interested in
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:15PM
COUNTY NEWS RELEASE Atomic City Transit is sharing a route modification during this Friday’s Trick-or-Treat on Main Street and the return to regular schedule for another route. For Friday afternoon’s Halloween event in downtown Los Alamos townsite, Route 1 inbound will detour off of Central Avenue at Knecht Street and
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:02PM
ALBUQUERQUE– On October 28, 2026 officers did a follow-up welfare check on an old RV that seemed abandoned behind a home. The RV was associated with an arrested person who had parked behind a home in a separate vehicle at 1701 Cornell Dr. SE. While investigating officers detected a foul
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:31PM
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The Alamogordo Tigers close district play against the Chaparral Lobos at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, in a matchup with postseason implications. Coming off a 48-7 win over Deming, Alamogordo aims to finish with a winning record behind quarterbacks Nathaniel Cereceres and Rudy Wolfe, while Chaparral seeks to rebound from
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:30PM
The Trump administration’s sweeping efforts to combat noncitizen voting and assert authority over elections came under intense scrutiny in courtrooms across the country on Thursday, as Democrats and voting rights groups alleged federal election interference. A federal judge in Washington, D.C., ordered the U.S. Department of Justice to either reveal
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:28PM
LWVNM NEWS RELEASE The League of Women Voters of New Mexico is issuing a correction to its published 2026 Voter Guide after identifying an error involving candidate photographs. The League has corrected the information in its online VOTE411.org voter guide and is taking steps to ensure voters have access to
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:44PM
John Dale Lissoway passed away in Chimayó, New Mexico, on March 18, 2026, surrounded by friends and family after a battle with cancer. He was 84. John was born on February 12, 1942, in Murphys, California. He grew up in Pioneer in the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountains. He
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:21PM
War Zone, Albuquerque – On October 27, 2026, an APD University Command Proactive Response Team Officer identified as Precious Cadena was doing proactive stuff in the area of Truman and Central NE. Cadena observed several cretins sitting directly on the sidewalk with their belongings scattered across the sidewalk. Officer Cadena
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:30PM
Lady Dogs volleyball loses to Portales on the road on Thursday night.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:52PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:53PM
Artesia girls soccer team advances to the quarterfinals with 2-0 win.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:04PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:05PM
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) on Thursday announced legislation that would require companies extracting hardrock minerals like gold, silver and uranium to pay up to 10% in royalties, as well as crack down on foreign adversaries’ extraction of valuable minerals from the United States.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:49PM
New Mexico state lawmakers on Thursday revisited legislative proposals to curb the state’s high rates of shootings and gun trafficking. A previous proposal on the matter died in the 2026 legislative session.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:12PM
Santa Fe, N.M. – NM House Democratic leadership announced plans to honor Dolores Huerta’s legacy in Dawson, New Mexico during the upcoming legislative session. House leaders plan to fund a study through the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs and in consultation with Huerta’s family to determine the best way
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:23PM
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Wednesday signed 57 emergency executive orders committing $42.75 million in state funding to flood response in northern New Mexico, moving money to communities now while the state waits for the federal government to approve reimbursement. Each order authorizes $750,000
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 08:11PM
BY TED VIVES The Los Alamos Community Winds would like to invite any interested musicians in join us for our Annual Holiday Prism Concert. The concert will be held on December 12 at 7:00 p.m. at Crossroads Bible Church. This is a “concert in the round” performance with small groups
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 08:07PM
SALA Los Alamos Event Center invites the community to enjoy a November filled with movies, live theatre on the big screen, educational programs, family activities, and opportunities to connect with neighbors. From the latest New Reels releases and beloved Classics to a Thanksgiving gathering for members, SALA continues to bring
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 08:02PM
Democrat state House candidate Raul Turrieta is facing scrutiny after a preserved recording from a March “No Kings” protest captured him on a hot mic appearing to joke about driving around a Silver City park and “run[ning] over people” — moments before realizing the Facebook Live broadcast was apparently still
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:54PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 10:46AM
By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Independent trash haulers who contract with a Grant County municipality will receive a discount on fees at the landfi...
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:00PM
[caption id="attachment_109403" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)Delia deVer speaks during Tuesday’s meeting of the Si...
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:00PM
[caption id="attachment_109402" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Courtesy Photo)Grant County Line will perform at the New Mexico Borderland Animal Resc...
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:00PM
The Trump administration cut naturalization sharply over the past year, leading to accusations it’s holding back hundreds of thousands of people who might have voted in the midterms. It’s hard to say how those people might have voted had they become U.S. citizens. Naturalized citizens voted Democratic for president by
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:36PM
It took two years for Chrissy Teigen to realize she’d had an abortion and not a miscarriage, longer to understand what went wrong in her pregnancy, and not until this week to realize she hadn’t fully grappled with it emotionally. Teigen, a former model and business owner, came to Idaho
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:36PM
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s rally in Salina, Kansas, on Saturday is canceled, the Kansas Republican Party confirmed to States Newsroom. An appearance scheduled for Sunday in Dubuque, Iowa, was also canceled, the Republican National Committee said in a late Thursday press release. In-person rallies packed with ardent supporters have
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:36PM
Why are 98% of Adults Registered in Grant County?
By Frost McGahey, Investigative Journalist On Thursday, October 26, the Beat called the Clerk's office and asked for the number of registered voters by party affiliation. These are the numbers: Democrats 9,806 Republicans 6,387 DTS (Independents) 5,478 Other 414 Total 22,085 This was compared to the population of Grant County
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:08PM
State Champions – Los Alamos High School Marching Band. See their last performance Friday evening at Sullivan Field. Photo Courtesy LAPS Band director Steve Iliff, righr, and Assistanr Director Zane Meek. Photo Courtesy LAPS LAPS NEWS RELEASE For the second year in a row, the Los Alamos High School Topper
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:52PM
Lupe Neudecker was born Maria Lupe Villarreal on June 30, 1932, in Dallas, Texas. She passed away peacefully on October 8, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A rosary will be held Friday, October 30, 2026, 9:30 a.m., at French Funerals, 1111 University Blvd NE Albuquerque.Viewing commences prior to the rosary
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:33PM
BY LISA SHINLA Family Eyecare This past Tuesday, October 27, 2026, there was a public hearing for 1735 Central Investment LLC to receive $6.7M in “public participation” (our tax dollars) to demolish and renovate the former CB Fox space. Our Council voted to table the ordinance with revised time schedules
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:11PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:13PM
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:02PM
Alamogordo rolled past Deming 48-7 on Oct. 22 at Tiger Stadium, racing to a 28-0 first-quarter lead and controlling all three phases. Quarterback Nathaniel Cereceres and receiver Tristan Bowman each scored rushing touchdowns, while Qymani Patterson added 54 yards and a score. The Tigers, now 5-4, finish district play at
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:00PM
The United States Department of Justice will send approximately 10 monitors to polling sites in New Mexico’s most populous county on Election Day, county officials told Source NM on Thursday, amid the federal government’s recently announced expansion of its nationwide election monitoring effort.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:58PM
The U.S. Department of Justice plans to send election monitors to every state ahead of Election Day, expanding a long-standing practice that’s spurred concern this year among Democrats and voting rights advocates because of President Donald Trump’s push to influence elections. The Justice Department for decades has deployed monitors across
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:37PM
Editor's note: This article has been updated with the accomplices' correct ages. LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A 42-year-old man pleaded guilty to beating his former partner with a bat and robbery, the Third Judicial District Attorney’s Office announced Thursday. The Third Judicial District Attorney’s Office said Kurtis Allan Dale
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:06PM
EDGEWOOD, N.M. — Following years of mounting crash numbers and community outcry over dangerous traffic conditions, the New Mexico Department of Transportation has formally moved ahead with plans to build a single-lane roundabout at the intersection of New Mexico 333 and New Mexico 217. The decision follows an initial round
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:40PM
A group of New Mexico educators presented policy recommendations this week to improve student job prospects during a Statewide Economic Mobility Summit in Albuquerque, hosted by Teach Plus New Mexico.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 05:00PM
EL PASO, TX (KVIA-tv) – For decades, the so-called "4% rule" has helped guide retirees on how much they can safely withdraw from their nest egg each year. But new findings discussed on KVIA’s “Smart Money” segment suggest that a more personalized approach could lead to better outcomes for today’s
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 05:23PM
Commissioners established a community monitoring committee that will help provide answers to the public about Project Jupiter.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 05:26PM
The trophies are nice and the championships are worth celebrating, but Shawn Silva’s greatest reward from nearly three decades of teaching high school band has little to do with where his students finish in a competition. It's what they learn...
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 05:27PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 05:33PM
Just two years removed from a winless season in which the Pojoaque Valley High School girls soccer team did not score, the Elkettes are now in the state tournament for what is believed to be the first time in school history. “I’m just really proud of the girls, out here
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 04:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:24AM
Colin Carver, left, Bill Carver, center, and Peter Schertz place mulch around a newly planted Rocky Mountain juniper tree on Thursday while working the Peter Carver Memorial Forest on Rim Trail at Fort Lewis College. The memorial that is 12...
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 04:26PM
Sir Douglas Fir won in a landslide with almost 50% of total votes
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 04:16PM
Artesia boys lose at home.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 03:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:44PM
New Mexico is at the forefront of post-fire forest restoration with the proposed expansion of the reforestation center in Mora
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 03:44PM
Officials for New Mexico’s outdoor youth grant program told lawmakers this week that at its current budget level, the program could only fund approximately half of the proposals during a recent grant cycle. They hope to receive more funding during next year’s legislative session to meet growing demand.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 03:29PM
WASHINGTON — Communities throughout the country have been inundated with television ads and outside spending as politicians try to spur voter turnout in the most competitive U.S. House races in Tuesday’s midterm elections. The focus on a short list of campaigns highlights how much power voters in a small number
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 03:05PM
Clerk and recorder expects turnout to rise as voters work through a lengthy ballot
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 03:36PM
Court official offers ‘factual corrections’ to Nathaniel Baca’s claims
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 03:13PM
Those interested in partying over Halloween weekend have an additional resource in their efforts to keep things safe. The “Take a Ride on Us” program returns for the holiday, offering […]
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:21PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — In Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights, an area known for its high-value homes and good schools, middle-income workers can find themselves priced out of living near […]
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:14PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — An Albuquerque megachurch whose pastor has a long history of endorsing conservative candidates is once again testing the IRS’ prohibition on nonprofits engaging […]
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The Northern Rio Arriba Electric Cooperative (NORA) has been a part of our Northern New Mexico community for nearly 80 years. Since 1948, we have been dedicated to providing courteous, reliable and affordable service to all of our customers while maintaining sound financial management. A lot has changed since 1948
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:20AM
Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — An Albuquerque megachurch whose pastor has a long history of endorsing conservative candidates is once again testing the IRS’ prohibition on nonprofits engaging in politics by telling congregants of his Legacy Church to vote for Gregg Hull and Greg Cunningham, Republicans ru nning
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
A federal judge on Wednesday denied a U.S. Department of Justice request that would have forced California to not count the ballots of 20,000 voters the Trump administration alleges are likely noncitizens. The decision sets the case on a course to possibly reach the U.S. Supreme Court within days. In
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:53PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — In Albuquerque’s Northeast Heights, an area known for its high-value homes and good schools, middle-income workers can find themselves priced out of living near the communities they serve. On Oct. 27, the Bernalillo County Commission approved two ordinances sponsored by Commissioner Walt Benson granting
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:14PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton — The name “Corrales Arts Center” contains certain implications. Charlene Spiegel is happy to dispel two of them and correct a third. “You don’t have to live in Corrales (to be a member),” Spiegel, president of the organization, told the Corrales Comment. “You don’t have to be
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:11PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Kurt Johnson, General Manager and Executive Editor of the Las Cruces Bulletin, highlights local sports stories.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:00PM
The thunderstorm arrived while Albert Casillas and Caleb Rey were hiking, turning an outdoor adventure into an unexpected race for safety. Caleb was still a boy, perhaps 10 or 11, and the two were exploring a trail when the weather suddenly...
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:36PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:56PM
The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library has books, of course. But it also has sewing machines, 3D printers, laser cutters, baking pans and enough activities to fill a calendar with 30 programs every week. What it doesn't have is enough space. That...
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:36PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 02:55PM
Thanks to the one-two trick-or-treat of Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos hitting this Saturday and Sunday, this weekend is one of the busiest holidays of the year for getting […]
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 05:05PM
Today *Tiny Tots storytime – 10 a.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-769-7840 *Preschool storytime: “Halloweenies” (costumes encouraged) — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library, 218 S. Ave. B, Portales. Information: 575-356-3940 *Elementary Educated storytime – 4 p.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Information:
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 01:59PM
Deb Haaland’s Roadrunnin’ Tour brought the Democratic gubernatorial candidate to Los Alamos Sunday afternoon, pictured here with Ed Jacobson and Ellen Mills.. Photo by Jody Benson Rep. Chistine Chandler, far right, joins DPLA Chair/Los Alamos County Council Chair Randall Ryti, left, and Deb Haaland. Photo by Jody Benson Congresswoman Teresa
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 01:01PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:53PM
Five business red-tagged in city’s latest inspection report Albuquerque Journal
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00PM
Otero County commissioners declared a flood emergency after severe storms damaged roads and other infrastructure. Officials say damage assessments and emergency repairs are ongoing, with some areas still inaccessible and the full recovery cost unknown. The declaration allows the county to seek additional state funding, while FEMA inspectors assess damage
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:39AM
The Carlsbad City Council approved two oilfield pipelines tied to Permian Resources’ planned wells near Happy Valley. Enterprise Products will install a natural gas line, while Mewbourne Oil will build a produced water line, both crossing city limits and the city’s Wellhead Protection Zone. Councilor Mary Garwood opposed the projects,
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 12:00PM
BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com Above are the final four snapshots of issues presented to all seven candidates for Los Alamos County Council. Comments received from the community indicate that a large number of voters are happy to read any additional information on the candidates’ positions on issues affecting the County, in
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:41AM
Las Vegas First launches 20th Annual ‘Cross the Bridge’ Shop Local Holiday Promotion
Las Vegas First is kicking off the 2026 “Cross the Bridge” holiday shopping promotion, a shop-local campaign the organization has hosted for about 20 years. The promotion runs November 1 through December 31 and rewards residents for keeping their holiday spending at independent, locally owned businesses. How it works Save
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Halloween weekend in Rio Rancho is stacked — and not just with candy. Professional hockey brings themed nights to the Events Center Friday and Saturday, with half-off draft beer for Oktoberfest Night and indoor trick-or-treating for Peanuts Halloween Night. Quezada’s Comedy Club turns the
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:25AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Rio Rancho art lovers can skip the drive to Santa Fe this month. Enchanted Vision, a free celebration of local art and artists, takes over the Unitarian Universalist Westside Congregation Nov. 13-15. The show kicks off Friday, Nov. 13, with an opening night reception
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:08AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Sandoval County voters whose absentee ballots got caught up in a drug scare at the county’s election warehouse can stop worrying. Every one of those votes will count. County Clerk Anne Brady-Romero announced that the ballots involved in the Oct. 16 incident are clear
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:02AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Unusual late-October rainfall drove sharp rises on waterways, while impact on winter snowpack remains uncertain
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:41AM
By Kevin Hendricks — Trick-or-treating in the East Mountains and Estancia Valley usually means long driveways and longer walks between porches. This weekend, over a dozen trunk-or-treats bring the porches to the parking lot. Events run from Friday afternoon through Saturday night in Edgewood, Moriarty, Estancia and Cedar Crest. Edgewood
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:11AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
If either of Clovis High's soccer teams had managed to beat Hobbs in regular-season finales on Oct. 20, their chances of making the 16-team Class 5A state tournament might be looking pretty good. Instead, both the Wildcats and Lady Wildcats played their District 4-5A rivals to scoreless draws – the
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:51AM
By Danny Romero, Jr. , Albuquerque — Here in New Mexico, we know what it means to be resilient. We know what it takes to make ends meet, to provide […]
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:17AM
PORTALES - The Portales Lady Rams volleyball team knew it was going to have some advantages against visiting Lovington. Two of the biggest advantages for the Lady Rams were up front in middles Eden Montgomery and Annaleah Lujan. Montgomery had a match high 13 kills and Lujan 10 kills as
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:58AM
By Danny Romero, Jr. , Albuquerque — Here in New Mexico, we know what it means to be resilient. We know what it takes to make ends meet, to provide for our families, and fight with everything we’ve got. We have made significant progress, securing huge wins in early childhood
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:17AM
A First Judicial District judge expressed concerns the boy and his mother did not have legal representation in the lawsuit.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:30AM
Doña Ana County commissioners agreed to notify Project Jupiter developers of a breach in their agreement with the county following a closed session discussion Tuesday.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:27AM
The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board will consider more stringent state-led methane rules in early December.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:24AM
Another series of storm systems is expected from Thursday through late Monday, bringing a renewed risk of flash flooding.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 07:21AM
Balconies at RoundhouseThis one's been a sleeper, so we are going to stick with our turnout prediction of about 715,000, similar to what we saw in the '22 gubernatorial race. While on the national scene the talk is of a possible Blue Wave, New Mexico has seen enough of those
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:10AM
The plan to develop a landfill on 31 Mile Road has been in the works since 2022, but it has recently faced backlash due to the lack of communication about the project with communities impacted by the location. In an email, Española City Manager Michael Ortiz wrote that the feasibility
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:31AM
Students at Española Valley High School are now passing through metal detectors as part of enhanced security measures implemented by Española Public Schools following reports of violence, drugs and weapons on campus. The district has also reintroduced the use of clear backpacks and is providing them to students as needed.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 10:14AM
The Artesia Public Library invites local residents to stop by and sign Christmas cards for American troops.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 11:01AM
Long before northern New Mexico had a network of pediatricians serving children across its rural communities, Dr. Anderson was driving from town to town, opening clinics, treating sick children and answering calls in the middle of the night. He went where he believed he was needed most, even when it
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 06:01AM
Artesia season ends.
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 05:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 11:26PM
2025-26 academic year highlights include high graduation rates, improved test scores
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 05:00AM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A historic campaign for the Moriarty High School boys soccer team came to an agonizing end Wednesday at the Mesa del Sol Regional Outdoor Sports Complex, as No. 8 Hope Christian rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat the No. 9 Pintos 3-2 in double overtime. Following
Published: Thursday, October 29, 2026 03:37AM
Bernalillo County chooses hybrid healthcare model for MDC Albuquerque Journal
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 11:51PM
Bulldogs boys soccer season ends with lose to Lovington.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:28PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:29PM
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Led by members of the marching band and Aggie and Aggietha, the North Carolina A&T State University mascots, hundreds of students at the nation’s largest historically Black university walked 40 minutes from campus to the nearest early polling site on a recent afternoon. They started the journey
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:52PM
A New Mexico lawmaker on Wednesday previewed a bill she said will shed more light on how insurance companies use sophisticated “catastrophe” modeling to justify canceling an increasing number of policies in wildfire-prone areas of the state.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:13PM
Las Cruces and other southern New Mexico communities are now in ‘infested zones’ after new cases of New World screwworm were discovered.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:25PM
Doña Ana County Commissioners unanimously approved notification to Project Jupiter entities of possible breach of the IRB regarding power generation.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:09PM
Costs are soaring for people who care for their older parents and other family members, according to a new study. Out-of-pocket expenses are nearly 60% higher than they were just five years ago for family caregivers, who now spend an average of $11,508 a year on caregiving, according to a
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:33PM
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is unlawfully scrutinizing naturalized U.S. citizens and placing them at risk of disenfranchisement, civil rights groups alleged in a lawsuit Wednesday, less than a week before Election Day. The lawsuit, filed in California, came as Homeland Security asked for an emergency order to restart
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:33PM
SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — The South Central Regional Transit District (SCRTD) saw an increase in trips in fiscal year 2026. SCRTD said it expanded schedules, added trips and brought new vehicles to better serve the community. As a result, it recorded 207,256 trips in fiscal year 2026, a 25.6%
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:37PM
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE NEWS RELEASE Today, a Second Judicial District Court judge sentenced Christopher Purtee to the maximum sentence of three years in prison after he was arrested in May for attempting to meet a child for sexual activity following a multi-agency, four-day undercover operation, “Operation Game Over.” Purtee was
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:29PM
Dr. William Brian VanderHeyden, born in Milwaukee, WI in 1960 passed away at home on October 14. A lifelong Sooners fan, Brian received his bachelor degree in chemical engineering from the University of Oklahoma and went on to earn his PhD from Northwestern University. During his career he worked for
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:13PM
UbiQD researchers work on a single photon emitting quantum dot device supported by the NMEDD grant. Courtesy of UbiQD, Inc. UBIQD NEWS RELEASE UbiQD, Inc., a global leader in quantum dot technology and manufacturing, has received a $200,000 grant through New Mexico’s Quantum Technologies Award from the NM Economic Development
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:02PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- The City of Las Cruces adopted an ordinance to address abandoned properties. The Vacant and Abandoned Property Maintenance Ordinance requires the city to address long-term vacancies, encourage property maintenance, and support neighborhood revitalization. The ordinance applies to residential and commercial properties that haven't been lawfully
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 08:07PM
COUNTY NEWS RELEASE Los Alamos County and the City of Española are excited to partner together to provide indoor swimming this winter at the Lucero Center Pool. Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, the Lucero Center Pool (313 Paseo de Oñate, Española, NM 87532) will be open 8 a.m. – 5
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 08:29PM
UNM Health has not made concessions to hackers after cyberattack, officials say Albuquerque Journal
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 07:59PM
A public Democratic family feud is breaking out inside New Mexico’s congressional delegation, with U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury coming out forcefully against a sweeping bipartisan permitting package negotiated and championed by fellow New Mexico Democrat U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich. Stansbury took to social media this week to declare herself “adamantly
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 07:41PM
[caption id="attachment_109382" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)Silver High School girls’ soccer coach Alicia Beck ta...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 07:00PM
[caption id="attachment_109381" align="alignnone" width="640"] HMS BRIDGES TO CARE BUILDING AT 1000 N. HUDSON ST. [/caption] Hidalgo Medical Servic...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 07:00PM
We spoke to voters on the issues that motivated their decisions. Local representation was a top concern.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:57PM
COLFAX COUNTY OPERATION GREEN LIGHT FOR VETERANS 2026 WHEREAS, the residents of Colfax County have great respect, admiration and the utmost gratitude for all the men and women who have selflessly served our country and this community in the Armed Forces; and WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of those…
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:47PM
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Tuesday, Doña Ana County Commissioners unanimously voted to have legal and county management provide notice to the Project Jupiter data center project of a potential breach of agreement about a proposed power plant. Commissioner Chair Manuel Sanchez made a motion to authorize the county to
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 05:55PM
Relief funds, meal services and local fundraising campaigns aim to help victims recover
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 04:38PM
Local News: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
The Cobre Consolidated School District has announced that Hurley Elementary School has been named a 2026 National ESEA Distinguished School […]
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 04:51PM
MORIARTY NM – With Dig Pink activities and some memories that were hard to bear, the Moriarty Lady Pintos never got on track against Espanola dropping a 3-0 contest to the Lady Sundevils on Tuesday night. The post Moriarty and Espanola Battle on Dig Pink Night appeared first on East
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 04:39PM
A storm that brought destructive winds and deadly flooding elsewhere in Northern New Mexico left Taos County relatively unscathed.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:46PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 09:41AM
State and federal agriculture authorities have identified three new cases of New World screwworm, including one in a calf in Hidalgo County, and one in a bull and one a ram in Doña Ana County. Those cases bring New Mexico’s total tally to eight...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:46PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:55AM
“Burn, scar” is a new film that delves into longstanding tensions between generational Northern New Mexicans and the U.S. Forest Service through the lens of the Hermits Peak–Calf Canyon fire and its aftermath. Between April and June of...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:46PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:45AM
Devon Christie cast a ballot for the first time on Tuesday (Oct. 27), voting for Democrats "down the line." Asked why, Christie pointed to "our current president, how he's obviously not doing too well and how we can definitely do...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:16PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:18AM
Gil Graves, the 81-year-old owner of Chili Line Depot in Tres Piedras, was acquitted of all charges by a jury in 8th Judicial District Court on Tuesday (Oct. 27). Jurors found Graves not guilty of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, criminal...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:16PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:18AM
Property owners in Taos' commercial core will have 12 hours after a snowstorm ends to clear the sidewalks in front of their buildings, and others will have 24, under an ordinance the Town Council adopted Tuesday (Oct. 27) after an hour of fiery...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:16PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:18AM
Dr. Charlie “Doc” Anderson, the beloved and sorely-missed-in-retirement Taos pediatrician, died peacefully from natural causes at his home Oct. 14 at the age of 93. A memorial service is being planned for March 2027. Anderson was Taos' first...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:16PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:01PM
The New Mexico Department of Transportation intends to proceed with constructing higher railings at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to deter suicides, despite being directed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to pursue alternative solutions after NMDOT...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:16PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:57AM
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, bringing a weekend of trick-or-treating, costume contests, live music and spooky celebrations to Taos and surrounding communities. From family festivities in historic downtown Taos to a Halloween carnival...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:16PM
Updated: Saturday, October 31, 2026 09:31AM
A man is facing criminal charges for allegedly damaging his grandfather’s property and threatening to burn down the home after learning that a shed on the property had recently been removed. Prosecutors charged 24-year-old Michael Vargas with a felony and two misdemeanors after he allegedly threatened his grandfather, damaged items
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:28PM
Scenes from Rio Gallinas Park on Wednesday morning. Following an invitation from the City of Las Vegas, several community members decorated Rio Gallinas Park in their best Halloween flair. Touted in a city press release as a Halloween version of Luces en el Río – the Christmas season tradition of
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 03:18PM
The Taos Medical Debt Relief Project is seeking to expand its reach in the community after relieving patients of almost $7 million in medical debt since 2018. Through its partnership with Holy Cross Medical Center, the Taos Medical Debt Relief...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:31PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:18AM
The Taos Jazz Bebop Society is expanding its School House Jazz program, bringing live performances, workshops and lessons on the history of jazz to more local students in 2027. According to an Oct. 23 press release from the organization, the...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:31PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:18AM
Angel Fire Resort will celebrate its 60th anniversary this winter with the opening of New Mexico's first high-speed, six-passenger chairlift, along with expanded snowmaking capabilities, a new base area building and a season of anniversary...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:18AM
While most of Red River is asleep at 2 a.m., Shannon Telford is up baking fresh doughnuts, kolaches, cream-filled pastries and other sweets at FrosTY Acres Bakery & Cafe, which Telford opened in honor of her late son and husband on Saturday...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:18AM
Red River Brewery & Distillery has earned a spot among the nation's top five craft vodkas for the fifth consecutive year, placing fourth in the 2026 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. The Red River business announced the award in an...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:15PM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 03:28PM
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:...
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:01PM
Updated: Thursday, October 29, 2026 09:18AM
Transportation department hopes to make temporary repairs ahead of winter
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:58PM
Hurley accepts MOU with Santa Clara
By Lynn Janes The town of Hurley had a regular meeting October 13, 2026. Reynaldo Maynes, Ester Gil, and Robert Candelaria attended. Jason Cox did not attend. Aron Phillips attended by phone at different times in the meeting. Public input - none currently. The council approved a proclamation naming October
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:23PM
EDGEWOOD, N.M. — Prospective homebuyers and curious residents will have the chance to explore properties across the East Mountains and enter to win prizes during The Great Edgewood Home Tour & Surrounding Areas on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026. Presented by Natalie Fallbach of Fallbach Mortgage in partnership with area real
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:57PM
By Kevin Hendricks — House hunters curious about life east of the Sandias can tour a batch of homes for sale in a single Saturday, and pocket raffle tickets along the way, during The Great Edgewood Home Tour on Nov. 14. Maps of participating homes go out at 10:30 a.m.,
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:57PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – Every fall, marigolds, colorful ofrendas and images of calaveras begin appearing across Albuquerque as communities prepare to celebrate Día de los Muertos, a holiday […]
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton By the time the springtime patio music season begins, the Village of Corrales should have new rules in place spelling out how loud the performers can get. At their Oct. 27 meeting, village councilors laid out a process for rewriting the municipal noise ordinance. They’re trying to
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 01:02PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Health care at the Metropolitan Detention Center faces a major shake-up in 2027 as Bernalillo County prepares to take over the system, with nearly […]
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:34PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks — Dolores Huerta, the New Mexico-born icon of the 1960s labor movement with an enduring legacy defined by the phrase “Sí, se puede,” has died. She was […]
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:23PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks — Dolores Huerta, the New Mexico-born icon of the 1960s labor movement with an enduring legacy defined by the phrase “Sí, se puede,” has died. She was 96. Huerta’s family confirmed her passing Wednesday on her verified Facebook and Instagram pages. “We ask for privacy as we
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:23PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Health care at the Metropolitan Detention Center faces a major shake-up in 2027 as Bernalillo County prepares to take over the system, with nearly $40 million in startup costs and a funding request that still needs state approval. At its Oct. 27 meeting, the
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:34PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Two cases border Otero County in Hudspeth County, Texas, as of October 23. USDA advises checking livestock for infected wounds.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:51PM
Plus a recap of the most important stories of the week, from the Voice of the Mountain
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 12:50PM
Work explores the cultural appropriation of many self-help practices
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 11:48AM
By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — In a rare public split between members of New Mexico’s Congressional delegation, Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury says she is “adamantly opposed” to and […]
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:24PM
By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — In a rare public split between members of New Mexico’s Congressional delegation, Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury says she is “adamantly opposed” to and will not – for now – vote for Senator Martin Heinrich’s career-defining permit reform legislation being teed up for quick
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Friday, October 30, 2026 01:24PM
Response to Cibola Citizen 9/30/2026 Editorial Re: Proposed Uranium Mining Nick Martin, Energy Fuels Wed, 10/28/2026 - 05:56
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 10:56AM
McCurdy outside hitter J’nae Rivera (15) slams a spike against Oak Grove Classical in a wild match last week that the Bobcats won 3-2. Derek Medina photo A big cross country win and a milestone victory on the pitch mark the highlights for the week for the fall sports teams.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 02:01PM
Pirates Lose to Spartans 38-6; Must Win Next Game Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent Wed, 10/28/2026 - 04:56
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:56AM
By Rodd Cayton, The Paper. — As the leaves fall from the trees, Sandoval County wants residents to consider another kind of dropping. As in dropping off food donations for neighbors in need. The county treasurer’s office is sponsoring its fifth annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, benefitting the Nacimiento Community Foundation,
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 09:35AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Within the infested zones, animals must be inspected and, if necessary, treated before being moved in or out of the area.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 08:02AM
Protestors at several events across the state Tuesday voiced their opposition to Project Jupiter, the massive data center being built in Doña Ana County.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 07:58AM
The geographic split in New Mexico’s politics is on display in the early vote. The Hispanic North, predictably, is leading the way for the Dems in terms of their early voting percentages over the Republicans.San Miguel County leads the partisan divide with Dems casting 79 percent of the early ballots
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:10AM
With New Mexico facing severe challenges in crime, education, poverty, economic freedom and healthcare, El Rito Media compares gubernatorial candidates Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull. The editorial criticizes Haaland’s progressive policies and refusal to debate, while highlighting Hull’s record as Rio Rancho mayor and proposals for tax, regulatory, education and
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:05AM
The editorial board endorses Republican Martin Zamora for New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District. A lifelong Clovis-area rancher, farmer and state representative since 2019, Zamora brings bipartisan experience and strong knowledge of agriculture, water and conservation. His priorities include compensating Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon fire victims, creating jobs and addressing housing and
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:00AM
With New Mexico facing severe challenges in crime, education, poverty, economic freedom and healthcare, El Rito Media compares gubernatorial candidates Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull. The editorial criticizes Haaland’s progressive policies and refusal to debate, while highlighting Hull’s record as Rio Rancho mayor and proposals for tax, regulatory, education and
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:05AM
Sen. Jeff Steinborn urges New Mexico’s State Investment Council to review and divest public funds tied to Russia and companies controlled by Elon Musk, citing Ukraine’s suffering and Starlink restrictions. A new Alex Gibney documentary, “Musk,” intensifies concerns about Musk’s business practices, political influence, data access and ability to affect
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:00AM
The police blotter for Oct. 17-23 includes arrests for battery, aggravated domestic assault, DWI, open-container, disorderly conduct and interference with officers. Officers responded to reports of shots fired, stolen vehicles, accidents, domestic disputes, fights, threats, harassment, suspicious activity, welfare concerns, alarms, larceny, graffiti, loud noise and other incidents throughout the
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Monday, October 26, 2026 03:05PM
The editorial board endorses Republican Martin Zamora for New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District. A lifelong Clovis-area rancher, farmer and state representative since 2019, Zamora brings bipartisan experience and strong knowledge of agriculture, water and conservation. His priorities include compensating Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon fire victims, creating jobs and addressing housing and
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 10:45AM
An opinion column examines New Mexico’s House Bill 99, arguing its medical malpractice reforms only “stopped the bleeding” while doctors remain at risk of leaving the state. It praises lawmakers who advanced the measure and scrutinizes House Democrats who sought to weaken or opposed it, urging voters to consider legislative
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 06:00AM
Artesia girls soccer team are District 4-4A champs.
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 05:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 24, 2026 03:59PM
Symphony Rivas, 10, reacts to a scary animatronic monster on Tuesday while shopping with her family at Spirit Halloween at the Durango Mall. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)Jerry McBride
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 05:45AM
Historians and residents share different perspectives on city’s past
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 05:00AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REMI Study Projects Major Economic Gains from Completing the Ports-to-Plains Interstate Corridor Nine-state analysis estimates $36.67 billion in additional annual economic output and 59,057 additional jobs in 2080 The Ports-to-Plains Alliance is highlighting a new REMI Consulting report that projects substantial economic gains from developing the I-27…
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:31AM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Raton City Commissioners gathered Tuesday evening October 27, 2026, for their last regular meeting of October where they viewed the audit report for 2026. Paul Garcia presented the audit report noting that they started the audit a bit late and had a staffing issue but…
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 02:19AM
UNM says preseason games paid off on and off the court Albuquerque Journal
Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 01:08AM
Students, tribal leaders protest Heinrich’s permitting bill, saying it could speed data centers and fossil fuels Albuquerque Journal
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:13PM
Doña Ana County flags potential breach by Project Jupiter Albuquerque Journal
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:45PM
PAC backing Haaland draws scrutiny over major donors Albuquerque Journal
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:16PM
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- It's your voice, your vote. Election Day is exactly one week away, and voters in Dona Ana County have an important decision to make about who will lead the county sheriff's office. Candidates Todd Garrison (R) and Vanessa Ordoñez (D) joined ABC-7's Marcel Clarke to
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:17PM
From left, Adison Gurley, Angelie Echave and Rafa Rocha. Courtesy photo Mayah Gurley/Courtesy photo Jayden Krupp/Courtesy photo BY JESSICA FREERLAHS Girls Soccer The Los Alamos High School girls soccer team has spent the season proving that hard work, teamwork, and determination pay off. Ranked third in the state in Class
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:12PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE from the Colfax County Road Dept. Recent heavy rainfall has caused washout, erosion, and damage to several county-maintained roads, creating hazardous travel conditions for residents and motorists. County road crews are assessing affected areas to determine the extent of the damage and identify necessary repairs. The County…
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 10:57PM
Republican gubernatorial nominee Gregg Hull unveiled a sprawling list of nearly 80 endorsements Tuesday, highlighting support from dozens of current and former New Mexico mayors, public-safety officials, state lawmakers, former Gov. Gary Johnson and a onetime Democratic candidate for governor as the race enters its final week. Hull’s campaign announced
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 09:12PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 09:24PM
The Artesia City Council ratified an amended Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan covering 2028-2032, following discussions during the city’s July budget retreat. The plan outlines priorities for anticipated capital projects and was submitted to meet the state’s Oct. 23 deadline. New Mexico’s Department of Finance and Administration is scheduled to publish
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 07:22PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 07:24PM
Maria Benina Maestas, right, as she celebrates her 105th birthday with family, friends and other residents at La Vida Buena Healthcare Center on Oct. 23. Her cousin, Janet Branchal, accompanies her. Donning a sparkly, purple tiara and purple sash, Maria Benina Maestas celebrated her 105th birthday with family, friends and
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 07:00PM
By DUSTIN ARMENDARIZ The Deming Headlight Columbus resumed cross-border livestock trade Monday, as the U.S. Department of Agriculture moves forward...
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 07:00PM
Victim found by law enforcement after wellness check on Saturday
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 05:29PM
Decision comes weeks after $100,000 payment made to former county manager
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 05:24PM
New hire has sights set on equity and access for Durango residents
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 04:15PM
Local News: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
The Village of Santa Clara has announced that it is moving forward with plans to upgrade its water system, including […]
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 04:36PM
By Kevin Hendricks, New Mexico Political Report — Students across New Mexico traded lecture halls for picket signs Tuesday. They walked out of class to demand that lawmakers stop fast-tracking […]
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 03:11PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 06:31PM
Prosecutors are asking a judge to hold a Velarde couple without bail after Rio Arriba County Sheriff’s deputies charged them with armed robbery for an incident they claimed was a case of self defense. Deputies arrested Delbert Garcia, 41, and Trinity Jacks, 24, on charges of armed robbery, possession of
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 03:00PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 02:05PM
By Kevin Hendricks, New Mexico Political Report — Students across New Mexico traded lecture halls for picket signs Tuesday. They walked out of class to demand that lawmakers stop fast-tracking AI data centers, which they say will drain the state’s water, power and land. In Albuquerque, UNM students rallied outside
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 03:11PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 06:31PM
Animas River drainage affected the most, flash-flooding caused some of the biggest impacts
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 03:20PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — UNM Health clinics reopened Tuesday, but the fallout from Monday’s cyber incident may just be starting. A ransomware group now claims it stole personal […]
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:52PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The musty odor inescapable, framed family photos were not spared from the mold spreading through Ralph Dowden's home, flourishing beneath a gaping hole where there was once a ceiling. Dowden was working in Tucumcari when the storms hit Clovis in late September. When he returned to his house on Axtell
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:17PM
Roosevelt declines data-center ordinance
PORTALES — A proposed ordinance to regulate power producers and data centers received a “hard pass” and no action from Roosevelt County commissioners. “I’m a hard pass on this because I think that we need to have town halls,” Commission Chair Tina Dixon said at the Oct. 20 meeting, where
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:19PM
PATS back on the road again
PORTALES — Transportation for Portales residents is back, now with free, longer rides with the ease of same-day scheduling. The Portales Area Transit System (PATS) now picks up riders up to 10 miles outside Portales and offers free same-day rides when seats are available, Community Services Director Kelly McClellan told
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:20PM
Here's hoping your Halloween is rockless
Every October when I was a kid, we couldn’t wait to put up our Halloween decorations, a handful of vintage pieces that spent 11 months each year folded flat on an upper shelf of a bedroom closet. Highlights included a life-sized cardboard skeleton we suspended on our broom closet door
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:21PM
Opinion: Entrenched lawmakers benefit from unpaid seats in Legislature
Russia was still the USSR in 1991 when Pete Campos began his first term in the New Mexico Senate. The World Wide Web had just become available to everyone, and Nirvana created a new genre of music with the album “Nevermind.” Campos has held several paid jobs during his time
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:23PM
Opinion: You own your life and property
Those who depend on ruling others to make money, secure their position, or to gain power won’t let it go. Respecting your natural human rights isn’t in their interest. It’s up to you to secure your rights -- to assume your liberty in the face of all those who want
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:24PM
Opinion: World affairs difficult to understand
The Russians have a saying that goes something like, “We saved the Europeans from Nazi Germany, and the Europeans have never forgiven us for that.” In a similar vein, Russia was excluded from the 80th-anniversary D-Day commemorations in Normandy, on June 6, 2024, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was explicitly
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:26PM
Racing Commission appeals racino ruling
Efforts to bring horse racing to Clovis are not over yet. The New Mexico Racing Commission is appealing a recent lower court ruling that put a hold on efforts to move SunRay racino from Farmington. The racing commission filed its request Oct. 12 with the New Mexico Court of Appeals.
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:27PM
Grenades lead to scare for new homeowner
TUCUMCARI – Local law enforcement closed a city block for several hours the afternoon of Oct. 23 after a homeowner unexpectedly found three hand grenades in a drawer. A New Mexico State Police bomb squad removed the grenades and found out later they were inert. The 400 block of South
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:28PM
PORTALES – With both looking for a game to fill out the schedule, District 2-4A members Portales High and Santa Teresa set up a non-district contest for early September. PHS won that one in a rout at Santa Teresa, and Friday night's district rematch at Steve Loy Stadium was really
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:33PM
Curry County approves pay raises
TEXICO -- Curry County employees are getting a 5% cost of living raise. The increase was approved unanimously by Curry County commissioners at their Oct. 22 meeting held at the newly renovated Texico Community Center building. The pay increase is effective with the pay period beginning Oct. 25, according to
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 02:39PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — From construction materials to industrial supplies, businesses could have an easier way to move goods in and out of the Duke City after the […]
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
OK, bear with me on this. This is gonna take some convincing, because I’m about to tell you that the best thing you can get at Coda Bakery, Albuquerque’s premiere […]
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — From construction materials to industrial supplies, businesses could have an easier way to move goods in and out of the Duke City after the city was selected for a multimillion-dollar federal grant to upgrade six miles of the Sunport Rail Spur. The city was
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
National Democrats have spent, but other groups have effectively sat on the sideline
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 01:43PM
Undefeated Grady earned the No. 1 seed among four area teams that qualified for the six-man football playoffs that begin this weekend. Meanwhile, Melrose landed the No. 2 seed in the eight-man playoffs. Defending state champion and unbeaten Fort Sumner landed the top seed in that division. Both received first-round
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:05PM
Jail log - Oct. 28
Curry Booked The following were booked into the Curry County Detention Center Oct. 19-25: • Randolph Reinbold, 68 — criminal trespass (unposted) • Ruby Alice Nguyen, 37 — receiving stolen property (retain, over $250) • Santana Isabell Montoya, 38 — probation violation • Deven Dontae Crockett, 33 — probation violation
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:07PM
Meetings calendar - Oct. 28
Today *City of Clovis Public Works Committee – 8:30 a.m., assembly room, City Hall, 321 N. Connelly St., Clovis. Information: 575-763-9654 *Base Community Council – 11 a.m.-1 p.m., The Embassy Warehouse, 311 E. First St., Clovis. RSVP is required. Registration link: https://www.basecommunitycouncil.com/store/p/lunch-ticket. Information: email to CannonAFBCC@gmail.com Thursday *Eastern New Mexico
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:09PM
Pages past, Oct. 28: Future Gov. Mabry on campaign trail
On this date … 1936: More than 20 babies had been entered into the American Legion's Million-Dollar Baby Pageant next month. Any baby within 100 miles of Tucumcari was eligible. Blue ribbons and silver loving cups were to be given to the winners, judged on health, beauty and physique. 1946:
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:15PM
Quay wants to use opioid funds at jail
TUCUMCARI -- Quay County commissioners during their Oct. 26 meeting approved a letter to the attorney general, asking for an opinion on whether funds from an opioid settlement can pay for medical services at the jail. The county's finance director, Samanthan Salas, said it might be able to use almost
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:17PM
TUCUMCARI – Renovations on a former pharmacy building to convert it into the region's new 911 center should be finished by the end of the year, with dispatchers moving in before spring. Dan Worf, project superintendent for general contractor Weil Construction of Albuquerque, said last week the work was about
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:22PM
Tucumcari again rejects transition pact
TUCUMCARI – The City Commission again rejected a proposed contract with its former interim city manager, despite new City Manager Jon Kirksey saying he would welcome help during his transition. Commissioners voted 3-2 during their Oct. 22 meeting to turn down the $7,500 contract through Nov. 30 with Addison Strategies,
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:24PM
Tucumcari man faces federal drug charges
TUCUMCARI – A local man jailed this summer on 10 felony drug-related counts is having his charges dropped in exchange for new federal charges that could lead to more time behind bars. Romolo Mares, 64, of Tucumcari initially was charged in the 10th Judicial District in June on four counts
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:27PM
TUCUMCARI – The interim police chief honored a Tucumcari officer after he saved the life of a resident who suffered an apparent cardiac arrest last month. Mel Lolmaugh presented the Lifesaving Award to officer Charle Prieto during the Oct. 22 City Commission meeting. Lolmaugh said that on Sept. 20, Tucumcari
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:29PM
SAN JON – Elida's volleyball team extended its winning streak to 15 matches on Friday with a 25-14, 22-25, 25-17, 25-20 win over fourth-ranked Des Moines in a neutral-site matchup of Class 1A ranked teams. The Lady Tigers (18-2), whose only losses were to third-ranked Roy/Mosquero and top-ranked Melrose, came
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:34PM
City staff to prepare inlets, catch basins and culverts for heavy rainfall
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:48PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — A Maryland man faces a federal charge after prosecutors say he claimed to live in New Mexico so he could register to vote here […]
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:19AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Running Wild JASON FARMER/NEWS-SUN How far is 100 miles? Well, from Hobbs, it is 100 miles to parts of Lubbock. Getting to certain areas in Roswell is also 100 miles. Portales is just over that mark at 103 miles. So, what is the significance of 100 miles? Well, for most
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:41AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 01:49PM
Jail Log 10/27/2026
The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between October 20 and October 26, 2026: Christine Lucero, Driving Under the Influence of Liquor (Impaired) (First Offense), Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Great Bodily Harm or Death), Evidence of Registration. Jessie Esquibel, Resisting, Evading or Obstructing
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:50AM
TUCUMCARI – Santa Rosa didn't show a lot during its District 2-2A Oct. 23 clash against Tucumcari, but it did show stronger fundamentals. That was enough during the Lions' 12-7 victory at Rattler Stadium, spoiling the home team's regular-season home finale. Tucumcari (6-3) sought its first victory over Santa Rosa
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:10AM
TEXICO - Junior quarterback Cross Figg combined for season highs in carries (32), yards (271) and touchdowns (5) to lead 2A No. 1 ranked Texico to its third-straight 2A District 4 title on Oct. 23. The Wolverines crushed No. 2 Eunice, 38-7. "It feels amazing, I couldn't have done it
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:12AM
PORTALES -- Investigators have a suspect in the region’s most recent homicide, and Portales police say the man is being held in the Portales jail on unrelated charges. The slaying took place late on the night of Oct. 24 in the 600 block of Avenue B. Police were called to
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:14AM
For the first half, the Clovis Wildcats football team hung neck and neck with rival Hobbs. Then the pendulum swung the Eagles way the entire second half. Clovis got shutout in the second half in falling to host Hobbs 48-14 in a 6A District 2 game on Oct. 23. “They
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:16AM
RICHARDSON, Texas – The Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team was picked for second place this season in last week’s 17-team Lone Star Conference preseason poll, conducted by LSC coaches and sports information directors along with members of the media. Two-time defending champion Dallas Baptist (29-7, 18-2 LSC last
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:43AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — A Maryland man faces a federal charge after prosecutors say he claimed to live in New Mexico so he could register to vote here in 2022, one week before New Mexicans head to the polls for the Nov. 3 general election. A federal grand
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:19AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — UNM Health patients can keep their Tuesday appointments. Clinics reopened Oct. 27, a day after a cybersecurity event knocked systems offline and cancelled appointments […]
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 10:03AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Sandoval County residents headed to court could soon find the district and magistrate courts in the same building. On Wednesday, county commissioners will decide whether to award a $45 million contract to expand the judicial complex in Bernalillo. HB Construction submitted the lowest of
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 10:45AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — UNM Health patients can keep their Tuesday appointments. Clinics reopened Oct. 27, a day after a cybersecurity event knocked systems offline and cancelled appointments across the health system. That included Sandoval Regional Medical Center in Rio Rancho. UNM Hospital and Sandoval Regional are both
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 10:03AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
I keep hearing about how the Legislature “fixed” the medical malpractice law that’s sent doctors running like they’re in a theater fire. As my own doctor just told me about this year’s reform, “It was a start. They stopped the bleeding, but they haven’t stitched up the patient.” House Bill
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 09:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:51PM
State and federal agriculture authorities have identified three new cases of New World screwworm.
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 09:41AM
Floodwaters from the Rio Puerco surrounded and stranded residents late Sunday night in the unincorporated area of San Francisco in Socorro County.
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 09:24AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 09:27AM
Deadly and destructive flooding in Northern New Mexico left Taos County relatively unscathed in the wake of dramatic storms that passed through the state beginning last week.
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 08:14AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:26AM
State officials are unsure how long it will take to review Project Jupiter’s updated air quality permit application.
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 08:08AM
People over 65 won’t be subject to the new work requirements, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll be unaffected by them.
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 08:01AM
Patients “should not show up to UNM Health facilities on October 26,” an announcement on the health system’s website stated.
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 07:55AM
The constant barrage of TV ads tells the story—the race for the 2nd Congressional District is once again attracting a flood of national dollars from political action committees and individual donors. Total spending by the PACs and the individual campaigns of Democratic U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez and Republican challenger Greg
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 06:30AM
Oxbow Park unofficially closed due to ‘impassable’ trails
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 05:00AM
Rare Santa Fe tornado neared 110 mph, NWS says Albuquerque Journal
Published: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 12:29AM
Woman dies after vehicle swept away in Santa Fe flood Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 11:45PM
Federal aid approved after northern New Mexico flooding Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 11:54PM
Haaland, Hull discuss New Mexico’s future in Journal interviews Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 11:41PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KViA) -- Doña Ana County invited residents to add to a time capsule project set to reopen in 2076. The county said residents can add mementos like posters, letters and pictures that capture what it was like to live in Doña Ana County in 2026. It won't
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 09:37PM
President Donald Trump approved an emergency declaration for New Mexico on Monday, unlocking federal assistance as communities across northern and western parts of the state continue dealing with severe flooding, damaged infrastructure, evacuations, and widespread cleanup following days of punishing storms. The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Oct. 26 that
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 08:56PM
Updated: Monday, October 26, 2026 09:02PM
UNM Health cyberattack disrupts care statewide Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 07:08PM
UPDATE (Oct. 27, 2026): The New Mexico Department of Agriculture confirmed two cases of New World Screwworm in Doña Ana County: one in a sheep at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, and one in a cow at an off-campus location. New World screwworm flies lay eggs in wounds
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 06:06PM
Debris and high waters caused concern while emergency resources were spread thin
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 04:25PM
Train service will resume Tuesday to Highland Express north of Rockwood
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 04:12PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A murder-suicide that happened in Las Cruces Saturday is still under investigation, according to police. The Las Cruces Police Department said that around 8:30 a.m., officers went to a home on Calle Libertad. The shooting happened at a home in a neighborhood off Elks Drive.
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 04:11PM
Local News: Monday, October 26, 2026
Silver City Fire Chief Milo Lambert has been appointed interim town manager following a unanimous vote by council members present […]
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 04:42PM
CDOT reopens Wolf Creek Pass Tuesday afternoon
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 03:04PM
CDOT reopens Wolf Creek Pass Tuesday afternoon
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 03:04PM
Every year, my partner and I host a seafood boil: Lobsters, stone crabs, mussels, clams (when the price is right) potatoes and butter. Sticks and sticks and sticks of salted, melted butter. And every year, we make a few sides, provide drinks and never do anything for dessert. Thankfully, our
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 02:00PM
By Kevin Hendricks — Cat lovers can stop doomscrolling and start scrolling for a cause, this time on a much bigger screen. The 2026 CatVideoFest lands at the Guild Cinema on Sunday, Nov. 15, and part of every ticket helps a Corrales nonprofit rescue cats and find them homes. The
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 02:04PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — UNM Health patients should stay home Monday. A cybersecurity issue forced the University of New Mexico Health System to cancel every clinic appointment and […]
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 01:05PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – For artist Luis Contreras, Mexican traditions are a source of inspiration and discovery. Known for his Día de los Muertos imagery and Catrina sculptures, […]
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – Book lovers and aspiring writers will have an opportunity to connect with local authors, explore different literary genres and celebrate the art of storytelling […]
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Ongoing flooding in San Juan County has damaged an estimated 1,500 homes, according to a National Weather Service database, and required the rescues of dozens of people. San Juan County officials on Friday described widespread damage due to recent flooding along the San Juan and Animas rivers, with one county
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 01:13PM
By Kevin Hendricks — Corrales farmers and homeowners who depend on Rio Grande levees for flood protection and irrigation can rest a little easier. Federal crews just finished convincing a restless stretch of river to stay in its lane. The Bureau of Reclamation completed its Corrales River Mile 199 Project
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 01:45PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Snow line expected to stay above 10,000 feet in elevation
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 01:56PM
Two months account for bulk of this year’s precipitation
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 01:25PM
By Kevin Hendricks — New Mexico employers added 11,200 jobs over the past year, outpacing all but six states. But the help-wanted signs didn’t shrink the line of job seekers. The state’s unemployment rate climbed to 4.7 percent in September. New Mexico’s 1.3 percent year-over-year job growth ranks 7th nationally
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 12:10PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Everyone booked into the Metropolitan Detention Center gets a health screening. That was more than 26,000 people last fiscal year, and many of them […]
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 11:28AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — The balloons came back down. Hotel rates didn’t. Albuquerque hotels earned about $30.5 million in room revenue during the 2026 Balloon Fiesta, up 9% […]
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 11:06AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Everyone booked into the Metropolitan Detention Center gets a health screening. That was more than 26,000 people last fiscal year, and many of them arrived in withdrawal or mental health crisis. On Tuesday, Bernalillo County commissioners will decide who provides that care once UNM
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 11:28AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Moriarty’s fire chief took a department short on people and gear and turned it into a growing operation. Now fire service leaders across the state have named him the best in New Mexico. Fire Chief Todd Hart won the 2026 NM Fire & EMS
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 11:45AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
A 2024 survey by the Pew Charitable Trusts found that about 35 percent of adults report they or someone in their household has been part of a legal case in a local or state court. That means more than six out of every 10 adults voting in the 2026 election
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:50PM
Farmington police in a Facebook post around 9 a.m. Friday wrote emergency responders were still rescuing people throughout the area.
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 08:22AM
Midterm turnout remains lower than presidential cycles, but the Democratic early voter advantage has increased compared to 2022.
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 08:09AM
Election officials are preparing for a various scenarios in the upcoming November midterm elections, including the possibility of federal interference.
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 08:05AM
The early vote is coming in at a rapid clip with an estimated 35 percent of the expected total vote already cast via absentee and in-person voting. Our projected turnout is 715,000—the same number that cast ballots in the '22 mid-term election. So far over 250,000 early votes have been
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 06:10AM
Reider: 3 final takeaways from New Mexico's win over North Dakota State Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 02:02AM
Lobo diehards savor a long-awaited winning ride Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 01:34AM
Mixed bag in the Pit: Lobos rally late but fall to Arizona State Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 26, 2026 12:31AM
New Mexico takes an early role in 2028 Democratic race Albuquerque Journal
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 10:02PM
Gary Delgado stood in his backyard Sunday morning (Oct. 25) amid piles of displaced patio furniture, a toppled fountain and slack power lines. Cinderblocks were still falling from his bowed backyard fence. Pink puffs of insulation — the insid…
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 09:00PM
Updated: Sunday, October 25, 2026 10:45PM
With Election Day approaching, the left-wing Santa Fe New Mexican is devoting prominent coverage to non-existent fears that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents could descend on New Mexico polling places — despite acknowledging in its own reporting that the state has received no specific threat and that the Department
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 08:03PM
Items for Northern Briefs may be submitted by sending them to jgarcia@riograndesun.com Submissions must be received no later than noon Monday for publication that week. Library Events The Española Public Library will host Family Halloween Watercolor Day from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday (10/22) “Hocus Pocus” is the movie
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:58PM
How social media turned a waterfall near the Tunnel Vista into a public safety problem
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 01:33PM
Data center developers are eyeing New Mexico. Will they be welcomed? Albuquerque Journal
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 12:00PM
The Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools Board of Education voted 4-1 Sunday night, during a special meeting, to place interim superintendent Dr. Esmeralda Valdez on non-disciplinary paid administrative leave pending assistance from the New Mexico Public Education Department with mediation between Valdez and the board. Board member Marvyn Jaramillo cast the
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 12:00PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 02:11PM
Year one under coach Mandy Montoya was a success as the Northern New Mexico College women’s team reached the finals of the California Pacific Conference Championships in the Lady Eagles’ first year in their new conference. “We finished conference runners up last year and in year two, it was the
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 08:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:49PM
An Española man is facing a felony charge of child abuse after he allegedly barreled through a vehicle crash scene, hitting a police car, while his infant child crawled around on the passenger floorboard. Española City Police Officer James Quintana charged Nakoa Martinez, 32, with child abuse, a third degree
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:46PM
Tornado damages homes and topples trees in Santa Fe Albuquerque Journal
Published: Sunday, October 25, 2026 03:28AM
ASU coach Bennett visits the Pit to face Lobos, former player Albuquerque Journal
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 10:59PM
By the time Kellie Campbell’s mother-in-law and father-in-law evacuated late Thursday night (Oct. 22), 3 feet of water had pushed into their home near the San Juan River.
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 04:30PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
MORIARTY, N.M. — Devon Ortiz returned the opening kickoff 93 yards for a touchdown, setting the tone for an explosive, weather-delayed night as the Moriarty Pintos rolled to a 54-0 shutout over Hatch Valley on Friday. Ortiz’s sprint down the field just 17 seconds into the contest gave Moriarty (7-2,
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 04:08PM
What voters should know about judges up for retention Albuquerque Journal
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 01:14PM
By Jesse Jones and Kevin Hendricks, New Mexico Political Report — National Democrats came to Albuquerque on Saturday to get a taste of New Mexico, literally, at a matanza rally […]
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones and Kevin Hendricks, New Mexico Political Report — National Democrats came to Albuquerque on Saturday to get a taste of New Mexico, literally, at a matanza rally celebrating the state’s new fourth-in-the-nation slot on the 2028 presidential primary calendar. Sens. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland and Mark
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones and Kevin Hendricks, New Mexico Political Report — National Democrats came to Albuquerque on Saturday to get a taste of New Mexico, literally, at a matanza rally celebrating the state’s new fourth-in-the-nation slot on the 2028 presidential primary calendar. Sens. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland and Mark
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The daycare has said it immediately responded to the choking, but the lawsuit alleges staff failed to recognize and address it in time.
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 08:30AM
Updated: Monday, October 26, 2026 08:33AM
Doña Ana County commissioner candidates pledged to be more transparent at a forum in Las Cruces earlier this month.
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 08:29AM
Updated: Monday, October 26, 2026 08:33AM
Three things to watch for in New Mexico and North Dakota State's blockbuster matchup Albuquerque Journal
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2026 03:05AM
Candidates Focus on Transparency and Accountability as Part of Their Jobs By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media On Wednesday evening October 22, 2026, Colfax County candidates met at the Castillo Building in downtown Raton to answer questions and bring forth their plans for the future of their department or the county.…
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 10:54PM
Meta just got slapped with an almost incomprehensible $25 billion judgment in New Mexico — and now comes another jaw-dropping number: the private attorneys who helped the state take on the Facebook parent company could potentially collect as much as $1.27 billion if the blockbuster award survives. Yes, billion with
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 08:07PM
ANTHONY, N.M. (KVIA) -- La Union Maze said it's closing Friday due to anticipated severe storms. The maze said tickets purchased for Friday can be used on another day. In the closure announcement, La Union said it will reopen on Saturday at 9 a.m. ABC-7's StormTrack Weather Team issued an
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 08:42PM
All three Cloudcroft schools--Elementary, Middle, and High School-- earn the state’s top rating and Spotlight tier on the ‘25-’26 New Mexico Vists report.
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 08:39PM
SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) -- Oracle, a developer in the Project Jupiter data center planned for Southern New Mexico, announced it awarded more than $994 million in contracts in New Mexico. A map shows where the $165 billion data center campus -- dubbed "Project Jupiter" would be located in Santa
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 04:40PM
Local News: Friday, October 23, 2026
The Grant County Commission has appointed Deputy County Manager Andrea Montoya to serve as interim county manager following the upcoming […]
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 03:30PM
Victim’s father says case was ruined by law enforcement’s ‘mistake after mistake after mistake’
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:53PM
At La Semilla Community Farm in Anthony, residents don't have to be experienced farmers to get their hands in the soil. Every Tuesday, volunteers can help grow crops, care for the land, and learn how fresh food makes its way from the farm to the...
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:03PM
For students at La Academia Dolores Huerta, the question was no longer where they would attend classes next, but when they would finally have a school of their own. After years of changing locations and beginning this school year in...
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:02PM
Frank Williams spent his professional career solving mathematical problems, but at age 86, the retired New Mexico State University professor has found something he's even better at — swimming. And it’s not just recreational swimming. Williams is...
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:01PM
Every city has a haunted house that “caters” to ghosts and spirts. This is indeed the month of ghosts and other apparitions lurking around with Halloween just around the corner. Las Cruces and nearby Mesilla feature several famous haunted...
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:08PM
Think of the Earth as a giant, natural slow cooker. Deep underground, the Earth’s mantle and crust generate about 47 Terawatts of energy – an immense amount of heat. Geothermal energy can be tapped from the upper layers of the Earth and converted...
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 01:11PM
Front page of the Oct. 19, 1971 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Leslie’s Weekly has promised to publish in the near future a number of photographs of prominent points of scenic beauty near Las Vegas. Early this month Secretary LeNoir of the Y.M.C.A. sent to the popular weekly publication
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:00PM
Public health officials monitor respiratory illnesses
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:57PM
David Felberg On Sunday, Nov, 1, the Chatter String Quartet returns to Las Vegas to perform at the Castaneda Hotel at 2 pm. The name Chatter comes from the ambitious Chatter concert series based in Albuquerque, headed by David Felberg. Chatter is a word not likely to be forgotten, and
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 09:00AM
Business Program graduate Fayla Ray giving a speech during the 2026 Commencement Ceremony at Luna Community College. Luna Community College’s Business Program is empowering students to achieve their academic and professional goals, through every step of their journey. Designed to offer high-quality, flexible and affordable education, the program offers pathways
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 08:01AM
One of the biggest stories of the year in New Mexico has been the construction of Project Jupiter, a controversial hyperscale data center in Southern New Mexico.
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 07:51AM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 07:53AM
A developer of a proposed data center in Grant County spoke at the meeting Thursday, before the commissioners voted to approve a one-year moratorium.
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 07:40AM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 07:41AM
Not all enthusiastic as Columbus stockyards reopen next week By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Columbus is set to resume cross-border livestock tra...
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:00AM
Red Mountain Middle School seventh-graders brought home a runner-up trophy from the Southwest Middle School Volleyball Tournament in Truth or Conseque...
Published: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:00AM
After receiving millions of dollars for higher railings and other safety improvements to the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to deter suicides, the New Mexico Department of Transportation is considering a new and costly proposal: installing a horizontal...
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:30PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management Taos Field Office, in partnership with the U.S. Wildland Fire Service will conduct aerial herbicide treatments across approximately 2,929 acres of BLM-managed lands in northern Taos County, according to an agency...
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:16PM
Updated: Monday, October 26, 2026 01:01PM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KVIA) --A U.S. citizen living in Ciudad Juarez received a 15-month prison sentence for selling his birth certificate to someone from Mexico, the U.S. Attorney's Office for New Mexico said. In December 2025, U.S. Border Patrol agents at the Alamogordo, New Mexico, checkpoint came across a Mexican citizen
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 05:02PM
Project would generate up to 125 megawatts of solar power, according to developer
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 04:57PM
Local News: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Cobre Consolidated Schools’ Food Service Department has received a Golden Chile Award for its efforts to provide nutritious school meals […]
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 04:42PM
Ever played pool at Munson Senior Center in Las Cruces? You might be surprised to know that Jose “Pablo” Jaramillo, holding the pool stick beside you, is descended from royalty. Born in Chimayo, New Mexico, Pablo has an ancestry richly woven into...
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 03:02PM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:45AM
Tyler Parsons had no intention of becoming a dentist. In fact, after a couple of painful experiences with dentists while serving as a missionary in Peru, he wasn't particularly fond of the profession. He had always planned to become a physician....
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 03:02PM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:45AM
There is something special about the bond between people and their pets. They greet us at the door, keep us company, make us laugh, and become an important part of our everyday lives. The Schumacher Grant is helping celebrate and strengthen that...
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 03:02PM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:45AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Bernalillo County voters are helping shape New Mexico’s next political era ahead of the Nov. 3 election, with Democrats turning out at higher rates […]
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 02:44PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks — Didi Okpareke’s congressional campaign paid for Facebook and Instagram ads that popped up on screens more than 150,000 times this summer, mostly in New Mexico. That […]
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 02:23PM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 04:28PM
By Kevin Hendricks — Didi Okpareke’s congressional campaign paid for Facebook and Instagram ads that popped up on screens more than 150,000 times this summer, mostly in New Mexico. That was one of at least 3 different paid campaigns Facebook political ad tracker captured from here campaign during the most
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 02:23PM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 04:28PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Bernalillo County voters are helping shape New Mexico’s next political era ahead of the Nov. 3 election, with Democrats turning out at higher rates than Republicans, continuing a pattern seen in last year’s municipal election. As of Oct. 22, nearly one in five registered
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 02:44PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton — Here, a bear! There, a bear! Is 2026 the year of the bear in Corrales? The police department earlier this week reported a bear sighting on El Dorado Road. That’s at least the fourth in the area since spring. In an August message to the community,
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 02:17PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
This week, I’ve decided by arbitrary writ, is the week to go out and soak in Albuquerque’s homegrown arts community. There are, as always, scores of fantastic events tempting you […]
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton — Village councilors in Corrales are set to get back to an issue some say seriously affects quality of life. Village staff have placed a discussion of a noise ordinance on the agenda for the Oct. 27 council meeting. The issue was introduced last year and was
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 12:40PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks — Corrales residents now decide which straw-stuffed creation rules the roost. Voting is open in the 2026 Corrales MainStreet Scarecrow Contest. Over 20 entries from businesses, families and neighborhoods stand along the village’s main drag and nearby side streets, according to Corrales MainStreet. Voters can cast ballots
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 11:58AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Rio Rancho’s Fall Festival is still happening Saturday — just not where you might expect. Due to weather concerns, the city moved the annual autumn celebration from Campus Park to the Rio Rancho Events Center, spreading activities between the arena floor and the front
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 11:26AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks — Mountainair residents who have spent years waiting on slow rural internet can trade up for fiber starting next week. Co-op Community Connect, the broadband division of Central New Mexico Electric Cooperative (CNMEC), begins turning on service in Mountainair on Monday, Oct. 26, according to the Town
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 11:48AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
James Ellison
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 10:02AM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
Two Republican candidates who have not previously held elected office are hoping to unseat the Democratic incumbents and become New Mexico’s next state auditor and state treasurer.
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 09:53AM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
The New Mexico Energy Initiatives announced upcoming free events focusing on critical minerals research and energy data collaboration set for Nov. 16-17 at New Mexico Tech in Socorro. Agendas are available for both an interactive workshop on mineral resources development and a full-day conference addressing statewide energy data needs.
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 09:07AM
Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman provided updates via Twitter on October 19 and October 21, covering topics ranging from charity drives benefiting children at SAFE House to major legal developments including a conviction for...
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 08:35AM
Deb Haaland used social media on October 21-22, 2026 to highlight her grassroots voter outreach efforts and commitment to expanding public transit options in New Mexico.
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 08:10AM
Busy McCarroll, a musician based in Cerrillos, will perform with Kevin Zoernig on Oct. 30 at St. Paul’s Peace Episcopal/Lutheran Church, at 810 Eighth St. A collaboration between two award-winning musicians this month will mark an end to a five-year hiatus of musical performances at St. Paul’s Peace Episcopal/Lutheran Church,
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 08:00AM
Tens of thousands of women seeking abortions have traveled to New Mexico since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022.
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 07:20AM
The case is New Mexico’s fifth since the parasitic fly made its return to the United States this summer.
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 07:15AM
“Today we walked out to show our support to the immigrants and to stop ICE and to try our best to abolish it,” one student said.
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 07:12AM
A construction worker is seen outside an under-construction food pantry in Sunland Park, the city’s first permanent food assistance facility. (Photo by Juan Corral/ SNMJC) New building expected to boost food access for residents in a high-poverty area Until now, the city’s largest food assistance effort has been twice-monthly mobile
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 07:19AM
That controversial proposal to provide the state's 112 lawmakers a salary for the first time since statehood could be the nail-biter of Election Night '26. The Kalshi betting market calls the battle over Constitutional Amendment 4 a true toss-up, with 49 percent of the site's bettors saying it will win
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:10AM
Freelance journalist Juan Corral discusses a new, permanent food pantry that will boost food access in the city of Sunland Park, New Mexico.
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:52AM
Editor’s Note: Candidate Daisy Maldonado previously participated with SNMJC in her capacity with Empowerment Congress by attending collaborative meetings and sharing insight on rural and colonias communities. Democrat Daisy Maldonado, left, and Republican Samantha Barncastle Salopek are vying for the District 1 Doña Ana County Commission seat. (Photos:" provided by
Published: Thursday, October 22, 2026 12:46AM
UPDATE (Oct. 23, 2026): The New Mexico Department of Agriculture on Friday announced a New World screwworm case has been detected in Hidalgo County. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the case was found in cattle. Hidalgo County is west of Deming. Officials confirmed the infestation on Thursday. Officials
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 10:23PM
DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) -- After storms and flooding in Doña Ana County, the county asked residents to share their experiences with roadway hazards. The county said Road Ready: Road Network Resilience Plan, offers a survey for residents to fill out through Nov. 1. They can also drop a
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 08:19PM
Democrat gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland offered a revealing response when pressed by KOB 4 about her 2014 flight aboard a private plane arranged through Jeffrey Epstein, repeatedly distancing herself from the decision by emphasizing that it was then-gubernatorial candidate Gary King’s campaign — before telling the station moments later that
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 07:58PM
SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) -- Wednesday, a judge ordered Meta to pay New Mexico $25 billion in civil penalties after a jury found the company liable for deceiving users about privacy policies on Facebook. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced the verdict in the state's landmark Cambridge Analytica case
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 06:22PM
Plus a recap of the most important stories of the week, from the Voice of the Mountain
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 05:13PM
For the 25th time in 26 years, the Taos News won the New Mexico Press Association’s coveted General Excellence award in the Weekly Class I division of the annual Better Newspaper Contest. The wins for the Taos News and New Mexico’s newspapers...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 04:16PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
Taos News will release its latest short documentary film online this weekend. The Cleveland Roller Mill in the Mora Valley has attracted visitors for years on Labor Day weekend, when brothers Dan and Paul Cassidy start the 19th century automated...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 04:16PM
Updated: Saturday, October 24, 2026 12:02PM
Eastern New Mexico women's soccer drew scoreless against Angelo State after controlling much of Wednesday's match offensively. The Greyhounds outshot their opponents but could not find a winning goal as both teams remained goalless.
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 04:57PM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KVIA) -- Wednesday, New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced a federal civil lawsuit against two men associated with Jeffrey Epstein. The lawsuit seeks to block estate payments and recover damages for survivors. Torrez named Darren Indyke, Epstein's personal attorney, and accountant Richard Kahn in the complaint. The
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 04:27PM
Local News: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
The Silver City Town Council has approved an ordinance aimed at protecting manufactured-home owners who rent the land beneath their […]
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 04:39PM
TRINIDAD, Colo. — October 12, 2026 — Trinidad State College (TSC) is pleased to announce an open house for a newly completed home at 1024 East First Street in Trinidad on Thursday, October 29, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. The event will celebrate the completion of a remarkable community revitalization project that…
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 04:09PM
Early voting for the Nov. 3 general election expanded to three more Taos County sites Saturday (Oct. 17), giving voters in El Prado, Peñasco and Questa a polling place closer to home — and open on Saturdays. Voters in New Mexico may vote at any...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:46PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
An internet outage affecting 4,200 Kit Carson Electric Co-op customers was caused by a vehicle that struck and severed fiber-optic cables near the intersection of NM Road 230 and Hondo-Seco Road. The outage, which spanned from Arroyo Hondo...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:46PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
A Taos County Sheriff’s Deputy who couldn’t be located after telling prosecutors he wouldn’t testify as a witness at a trial resigned from the sheriff’s office earlier this month. The resignation came several days after a civil lawsuit accusing...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:46PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
The Taos Municipal Schools District is working with the Public School Facilities Authority on the first phase of planning for a new middle school, which could open as soon as the 2030-2031 school year. The district’s share of planning and...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:31PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
“It’s always been there, since I was a little kid,” said Cisco Guevara, a 74-year-old Taos local, as he gazed along the shorelines of the Rio Grande near Pilar. “Even before I could walk, I had a fishing pole and a diaper.” Guevara continuously...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:31PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
A potentially significant exhibit filed in federal court last week could stop construction of the Questa green hydrogen project, opponents believe. Two Questa-area acequias, the Cabresto Lake Irrigation Community Ditch Association and the Acequia...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:31PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
Amigos Bravos announced Tuesday (Oct. 20) that Rachel Conn has been selected as its next executive director. Conn has been a member of the Amigos Bravos staff since 2001 and has served in a variety of roles during her tenure, most recently as...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:31PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
After more than three years in business, Ky Quintanilla closed the Trading Post Market and Deli in Ranchos de Taos Sept. 26. He now focuses his efforts on Jackalope Bistro, which opened at the former Burger Stand @ Taos Ale House last...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:31PM
Updated: Monday, October 26, 2026 10:39AM
The Leopold Writing Program is accepting submissions for its 2027 Aldo Leopold Writing Contest, inviting New Mexico students in grades 6-12 to explore the connections among land, food systems and the people who depend on them. The annual contest...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:17PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:01AM
During this year’s Honor Awards presentation, the National Congress of American Indians and the Chickasaw Nation recognized the accomplishments of Chickasaw Nation Gov. Bill Anoatubby, Arlinda Locklear of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, and...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 03:17PM
Updated: Sunday, October 25, 2026 08:54AM
By Kevin Hendricks, NM Political Report — Meta now has a $25 billion reason to read the fine print. District Judge Francis Mathew ordered Meta Platforms Inc. on Wednesday to pay New Mexico $25 billion for misleading Facebook users about their privacy, misinformation, hate speech and more. The bill grows
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 05:11PM
GHS Volleyball Seniors Reflect on Careers Kelbey Cash, Ghs Student Journalist Wed, 10/21/2026 - 08:07
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:07PM
A New Era for Grants Animal Care Center Amerika Rougemont, Reporter Wed, 10/21/2026 - 08:07
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:07PM
The Answers Cibola County Is Owed News Staff Wed, 10/21/2026 - 08:07
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:07PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — District 6 residents have chosen how Albuquerque should spend $1.7 million on neighborhood improvements. With 11 projects on the ballot and funding set aside for the top three, Councilor Nichole Rogers hopes to fund more of the community’s ideas. District 6 residents cast 1,866
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, NM Political Report — Meta now has a $25 billion reason to read the fine print. District Judge Francis Mathew ordered Meta Platforms Inc. on Wednesday to pay New Mexico $25 billion for misleading Facebook users about their privacy, misinformation, hate speech and more. The bill grows
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 05:11PM
By Kevin Hendricks, NM Political Report — Meta now has a $25 billion reason to read the fine print. District Judge Francis Mathew ordered Meta Platforms Inc. on Wednesday to pay New Mexico $25 billion for misleading Facebook users about their privacy, misinformation, hate speech and more. The bill grows
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 05:11PM
By Rodd Cayton — The Campbell Ranch Master Plan has heard the word “no” many times in recent decades. But a group is working on a possible alternative that could garner a “yes” from the community. Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas unveiled the idea at the Oct. 17 Community Gathering,
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:33PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, NM Political Report — Meta now has a $25 billion reason to read the fine print. District Judge Francis Mathew ordered Meta Platforms Inc. on Wednesday to pay New Mexico $25 billion for misleading Facebook users about their privacy, misinformation, hate speech and more. The bill grows
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 05:11PM
By Jesse Jones — Drivers traveling through the East Mountains may want to ease off the gas on N.M. 14. New speed cameras are already tracking drivers, with warnings in effect through early November. After that, it will cost a heavy foot a fine of $100. Bernalillo County announced Oct.
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
“Burn scar” is a popular shortcut term locals have been using to describe the vast devastated disaster area of the Hermit’s Peak and Calf Canyon wildfire which raged during spring and summer of 2022 in Mora and San Miguel Counties. Now ‘Burn, scar’ is a deeply moving documentary movie about
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 12:00PM
SkyFiesta is Las Cruces' own air race and airshow — a full day of pylon air racing, world-class airshow performance, historic warbirds, and hands-on family activities at Las Cruces International Airport. Presented by the Sport Air Racing Council,...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 12:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 12:06AM
Archbishop James R. Golka blesses members of the congregations during the recessional procession at the end of the Mass of Installation for Golka as the sixth Archbishop of Denver, March 25 at the CoBank Arena at the National Western Center...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 11:48AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Rio Rancho got a front-row seat to the governor’s race Sunday when Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer campaigned for Democrat Deb Haaland in Republican nominee Gregg Hull’s hometown, just over two weeks before Election Day. The two Democrats talked about cost of living before a
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 10:21AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 01:08PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Want to put up a license plate reader camera on a Sandoval County road? You’ll need permission from Planning and Zoning first, or you could face criminal charges. Sandoval County commissioners unanimously approved the ordinance at their Oct. 14 meeting. It bans automated license
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 10:01AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The GFWC Progress Club of Las Cruces hosted its 12th annual GFWC Progress Club Golf Tournament on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Red Hawk Golf Club. The tournament is the club's largest annual fundraiser at which it raises money for scholarships, veterans,...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 10:30AM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:46AM
The Las Cruces International Film Festival hosted a special event on Saturday, Oct. 17 at which the documentary film "The Day the Music Died" screened for a Las Cruces audience. The filmmaker who created this work about the iconic Don McLean song,...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 10:22AM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:47AM
Saturday, Oct. 17 was an evening filled with music, food, and generosity as the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico hosted its Fall Into Community event. Tickets, sponsorship, and donations will go to strengthen local communities, connect...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 10:11AM
Updated: Friday, October 23, 2026 12:47AM
The increase comes after a 21% decline between 2021 and 2024.
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 07:26AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 07:27AM
Plaintiffs, including major gun rights groups, filed another lawsuit challenging New Mexico’s seven-day firearm waiting period.
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 07:23AM
New Mexico should focus less on rolling out complete systems all at once and more on an incremental approach, an evaluator said.
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 07:19AM
With only days remaining until the November 3 election, the Senior Alligators of La Politica, the wall-leaners at the Roundhouse, and the sometimes-employed political consultants scattered across the state are reaching a consensus. As the keeper of their flame, here are their predictions:The Headliner: Deb Haaland is headed for a
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 06:10AM
Despite summer heat and damaging hailstorm, Los Miramontes continues to grow
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 05:00AM
Trial delayed
Cordells released under strict conditions By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff A Deming couple facing dozens of child abuse and sexual assault charges...
Published: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 12:00AM
The Kira Angel Tree project is a growing tribute to Kira Davis, who passed away in 2022 at the age of 30. Founded by her family, the project uplifts area children and seniors
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 11:01PM
Reduction from Stage III Water Conservation to Stage I
Effective immediately, the City of Las Vegas will move from Stage III water restrictions to Stage I which includes the following: •Irrigation. Irrigation shall be permitted on the following days and addresses: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at locations with even-numbered street addresses. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at locations with odd-numbered
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 08:55PM
The City of Las Vegas is moving forward with major renovations to historic Plaza Park following approval from the New Mexico State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The $2.48 million project is supported by funding awarded to the City in December 2025 through the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration’s
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 08:43PM
DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) -- A train derailed in Doña Ana County Tuesday, according to a county social media post. A train derailed in Doña Ana County. (Courtesy: Doña Ana County via Facebook) The county posted a notice about the derailment around 2:30 p.m. Crews are on site to
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 08:48PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- The Doña Ana County Clerk’s Office said it mailed an incorrect list of hours and days for expanded early voting. On Tuesday, the clerk's office issued a corrected list. Eight expanded early voting locations are open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., through
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 06:07PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) – New Mexico State University business Alma's Kitchen owner, Arik Ruiz, recently received a stage four stomach and colon cancer diagnosis. Ruiz made his name known in the Las Cruces community through his strong support for local businesses, student employees and dedication to NMSU's Latin American
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 05:44PM
Bruins are consuming 20,000 calories per day, and your jack-o’-lantern looks like a ‘tasty snack’
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 04:43PM
The traffic signal at a busy Taos intersection failed Tuesday afternoon (Oct. 20), snarling traffic.
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 03:00PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:02AM
Mailings contained a suspicious substance
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 02:16PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For Duke City residents facing addiction and students struggling with mental health, getting connected to treatment can be a critical step toward recovery. Newly approved city funding will expand access to addiction treatment navigation, sobering beds and school counseling for Albuquerque residents and students.
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Burqueños looking to challenge neighborhood development will face steeper costs after the Albuquerque City Council narrowly approved higher fees to appeal project decisions. The Council voted 5-4 at its Monday night meeting to approve Ordinance O-26-60, sponsored by Councilor Dan Lewis, which creates a
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Sanchez & Perry (Moore, Journal)New Mexico's political class continues to break with vehement grassroots opposition to Project Jupiter, and that could mean a major break for the controversial data center development near Santa Teresa following the Nov. 3 election.In a recent KKOB radio debate (audio here) Democratic land commissioner candidate
Published: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 06:10AM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- An El Paso woman tried to take drugs into a New Mexico prison, according to court documents ABC-7 obtained. Sixty-six-year-old Tommie Kay Cooper has been charged with possession of a controlled substance; bringing contraband onto prison grounds; conspiracy to commit bringing contraband onto prison grounds
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 11:14PM
Somewhere along an Ironman course, a cyclist’s derailleur has been ripped from the bike, and the race suddenly looks finished. Dave Baker does not have a repair stand, a well-stocked workbench or much time. So, he finds a gear that will work,...
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 11:34PM
Updated: Monday, October 19, 2026 11:47PM
For years, part of the Murray Hotel's history was hiding in plain sight. As work began on a new restaurant and lounge inside the Silver City landmark, the past emerged on the walls: a mural displaying cattle brands from Grant County ranchers, a...
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 11:34PM
Updated: Monday, October 19, 2026 11:43PM
The New Mexico State Ethics Commission has acknowledged that its general counsel improperly granted Democratic state Rep. Andrea Romero additional time to respond to an ethics complaint — after her taxpayer-funded attorney obtained the extension through private communications that the commission’s own executive director later called improper. The admission adds
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 10:28PM
Updated: Monday, October 19, 2026 10:34PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Wyatt Cornelius, a former middle school teacher and coach, pleaded guilty to child solicitation Monday afternoon. The Dona Ana County District Attorney announced Cornelius pleaded guilty to child solicitation by electronic device and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The change of plea hearing
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 10:53PM
(KVIA) -- Monday, President Donald Trump said the state of New Mexico should "immediately change its name to New America." "We are not Mexico, we are the United States of America! The name would add great value and prestige to the State," the president wrote on a Truth Social post.
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 09:27PM
From left: Community reporter Vanessa Maciel; Editor Phil Scherer; Graphic designer Maria Sanchez and Carmelita Sanchez pose with award plaques at the 2026 New Mexico Press Association banquet. The staff won a total of 13 awards at this year’s banquet. Staff members from the Las Vegas Optic brought home 13
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 07:00PM
Between 600 and 700 people turned out at the Taos County Plaza Saturday (Oct. 17) for the fourth national No Kings day, a protest local organizers say will be their last.
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 06:56PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:02AM
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren joined Deb Haaland’s campaign in Albuquerque on Monday to talk about New Mexico’s universal childcare program. The program launched last November and is the first of its kind in the country to offer free statewide childcare for working families without income limits or copayments. As Americans
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 04:50PM
Updated: Monday, October 19, 2026 05:25PM
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren joined Deb Haaland’s campaign in Albuquerque on Monday to talk about New Mexico’s universal childcare program. The program launched last November and is the first of its kind in the country to offer free statewide childcare for working families without income limits or copayments. As Americans
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 04:50PM
Updated: Monday, October 19, 2026 05:25PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Thousands of people booked into the Metropolitan Detention Center each year depend on medical care and addiction treatment behind bars. Bernalillo County plans to take over those services in 2027 when its current contract ends next summer. Commissioners will consider using $30 million in
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 12:21PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton, The Paper. — As enrollment at Albuquerque Public Schools continues to decline, tough decisions need to be made, and the district is asking for community input to guide the process. APS has scheduled a series of community meetings over the next few months to hear from the
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 11:13AM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:25AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Tonight’s Albuquerque City Council meeting will feel like a continuation of the last one, with councilors revisiting a controversial zoning appeal fee proposal and other issues they left unresolved at the Oct. 5 meeting. Councilors postponed the zoning proposal and ran out of time
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 09:34AM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:25AM
Cunningham and VasquezDid Republican Greg Cunningham even once mention the name of President Trump during the one and only TV debate for the southern-based congressional seat? Not that we heard. (Full KRQE debate here starting at 1:09.)Like a hurricane suddenly growing from a Category 1 to a Category 5, inflation,
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 06:10AM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media A quiet Sunday evening in Raton became very active for Raton Fire and Colfax Rapid Response as they got called out to a house fire on Terrill Ave just before 8:00 p.m. Upon arrival fire fighters found the front of the house at 337 Terrill…
Published: Monday, October 19, 2026 02:39AM
The film industry camped out at Cloudcroft to film an action-thriller movie in September and October
Published: Sunday, October 18, 2026 03:20PM
Early voting for the Nov. 3 general election expanded to three more Taos County sites Saturday (Oct. 17), giving voters in El Prado, Peñasco and Questa a polling place closer to home — and open on Saturdays. Voters in New Mexico may cast ball…
Published: Sunday, October 18, 2026 01:36PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:02AM
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Published: Saturday, October 17, 2026 10:37PM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:02AM
Festival organizer says sharing the ‘euphoric’ experience of ballooning is what’s kept him in the game so long
Published: Saturday, October 17, 2026 02:48PM
Blast occurred in northwest New Mexico near Colorado border
Published: Saturday, October 17, 2026 11:00AM
Republican Greg Cunningham came out swinging in Friday night’s KRQE News 13 debate, repeatedly putting Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez on the defensive over police, immigration enforcement, New Mexico Downwinders, taxes, and his voting record. But at several points, Cunningham appeared to be debating more than just Vasquez. Moderator Dean
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:21PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:31PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A 41-year-old man received a 15-year prison sentence for second-degree criminal sexual contact of a child, Las Cruces District Attorney Fernando Macias announced Friday. Alfredo A. Salazar-Rios from Anthony, New Mexico, pleaded no contest to the charge on July 21. The court also ordered him
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:30PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Sandoval County election workers found methamphetamine and fentanyl on multiple absentee ballots Friday morning. County officials say no one was exposed, and every affected vote will still count. Initial tests flagged the drugs in election mail at the county’s Bureau of Elections warehouse, County
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:32PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Destructive gusts blew through the Borderland Thursday evening and will continue through Friday, according to ABC-7's StormTrack Weather team. Friday morning, winds were estimated to peak at 65 miles per hour. In addition to a dramatic drop in temperatures, the wind gusts knocked down trees
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 04:22PM
Accompanied by three senior Republican members of the U.S. House of Representatives, Greg Cunningham, the Republican candidate for New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District seat, visited Electronic Caregiver in Las Cruces Oct. 15 to bolster his...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 04:50PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:51PM
The animals weren't the only ones watching visitors at Alameda Park Zoo. Members of the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society's Nature Journal Club spent Oct. 10 observing animals from around the world, including common marmosets, small monkeys...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:03PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:04PM
Nobody wakes up one morning and decides to give up their independence. It happens quietly. You stop taking the longer walk because your knee bothers you. You skip a trail because your balance feels uncertain. You let someone else carry the...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:03PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:04PM
As we enter the final months of the year, to-do lists usually fill up with holiday planning and activities. But I’d like to encourage you to add one more essential item to that list: your health. Many families don’t realize that by mid-year, they...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:03PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:04PM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Raton School Board met Thursday evening October 15, 2026, for their monthly meeting to go over budget adjustments, fixed asset inventory and classroom teaching support. Tonya Menapace gave the Student Senate report as all of her student senate officers were either working the concession stand…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:23PM
Investigators looking into whether alcohol was involved
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:28PM
What does it mean to invest in public education? At Las Cruces Public Schools, we believe the answer goes far beyond textbooks, classrooms and traditional instruction. It means creating opportunities for students to discover their potential,...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:41PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:52PM
Carson National Forest crews are set to ignite a prescribed burn in northern Taos County this weekend, according to a Forest Service news release Thursday (Oct. 15).
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:26AM
Updated: Sunday, November 01, 2026 02:02AM
NM soil health campaign launches
Rural New Mexico residents will soon encounter billboards, radio spots and social media content inviting them to rethink a vital yet underappreciated ...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
November decisions
County voters to decide on state leadership, constitutional changes, millions in bond funding By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff New Mexico voters w...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Brantley backs call to review wolf policies
Sen. Crystal Brantley, R-Elephant Butte, welcomed a new push from U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins for states to review their wolf management...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Together with the Las Cruces Bulletin I am excited to introduce Restaurant Spotlight with Chef Armando, a new series discovering the people, stories and flavors behind our local restaurants and food trucks. As I drove through Las Cruces I was...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:27PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:49PM
LAS CRUCES — Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham brought some of the most powerful Republicans in the U.S. House to southern New Mexico Thursday, using a Las Cruces campaign event to spotlight rural health care, technology, economic development, and his bid to unseat Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez in the
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:01PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:02PM
A high-profile state representative on the investigative committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein resigned from the New Mexico legislature today after a federal judge ruled she could not serve as both a legislator and contracted state prosecutor. In September, Republicans in the state called for Rep. Andrea Romero, a Democrat who also
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:41PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:49PM
New Mexico animal health officials have confirmed two additional New World screwworm cases in Grant County, one in a horse and one in a calf. State and federal officials are continuing to expand surveillance and fly-trapping around affected locations to identify any additional cases and determine whether the pest has
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:53PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper, — Bernalillo County is moving to cut red tape so it can get emergency medical care to the streets faster, overhaul jail detox programs and crack down on fentanyl trafficking. Commissioners approved an emergency declaration Wednesday that grants emergency authority to the county manager and
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:36PM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:25AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Albuquerque-area renters searching for an affordable place to live have a limited window to get in line for federal housing help, and the deadline for one program is already approaching. The Albuquerque Housing Authority opens pre-applications for its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:04PM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:25AM
Donna Popky has had art as a lifelong companion, beginning with childhood drawing lessons in New York City and continuing through a career that included teaching art to children and helping nursing home residents discover the joy of creating...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:30PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:31PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — North Valley residents who challenged plans for a proposed mosque lost their appeal Wednesday evening when Bernalillo County commissioners denied the appeal and upheld conditional-use approval for the Albuquerque Islamic Center on Second Street. Residents raised concerns about traffic and the area’s rural character.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:49PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 01:27PM
This story was originally published by Source NM. It is republished here with permission. By Joshua Bowling, Source NM — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez in a Wednesday letter to New Mexico Environment Department Secretary James Kenney said that a “substantial share” of public comments on the pending air
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:16AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Nearly 5,000 Sandoval County voters have already cast ballots for the Nov. 3 election. Starting Saturday, everyone else gets a lot more places to do the same. Early voting expands to 21 more sites across the county on Oct. 17, including five in Rio
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:53AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Professional hockey is back in New Mexico. That alone would make this a noteworthy weekend, but Rio Rancho and the surrounding region add an R&B arena show, a free Halloween movie night, an astrophotography workshop, a pet shot clinic and a comedian who got
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:18AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Seventeen years after the Scorpions skated off, pro hockey returns to Rio Rancho on Friday, and the Goatheads already have a packed house waiting. The New Mexico Goatheads host the Idaho Steelheads at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at the Rio Rancho Events Center
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:03AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks Moriarty shoppers will have to take their bargain hunting elsewhere for now after a vehicle crashed into the Dollar General on Route 66 Wednesday morning, closing the store until further notice. Moriarty Fire Department crews responded at about 10 a.m. to the store at 705 U.S. Route
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:44AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Grace Gallegos mural unveiling rescheduled
A mural that memorializes a local woman who lost her battle with opioid addiction is set to be unveiled, just as a resource center that carries her name gets the boost it needs to combat drug abuse. The mural in honor of Grace Gallegos will be unveiled to the community
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:00AM
Didi Okpareke set Republican hearts fluttering as she took on ABQ progressive icon and Dem US Rep. Melanie Stansbury in a thirty-minute TV debate that also saw the first-time candidate stun Republicans by splitting with President Trump on the war in Iran.There was more. Okpareke, 42, titillated the audience by
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:10AM
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Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:17PM
A day honoring Jody Mancillas, an $800k Wastewater Treatment Plant spend, critical board vacancies filled, and more from the Tuesday, October 13, Village of Cloudcroft Council meeting
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:58PM
Trustees voted unanimously to buy four new membrane cassettes and rebuild their basin, a stopgap to keep the plant running while the village chases funding for a multimillion-dollar replacement
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:53PM
One resident says objects were thrown 300 feet in the air
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:12PM
From left: Denise Chavez, senior director for administration at the Samaritan House; Michael Drumm, executive director of the Samaritan House and volunteer Jose Trujillo sift through clothing donations from Walmart at the shelter on Wednesday. While a local group has expressed concern over the decision to sell the building in
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:02PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — About six people a week died from opioid-related causes in Bernalillo County last year. Now, county commissioners are considering an emergency declaration to help fund a more robust response, including expanded street medicine and addiction treatment, real-time overdose tracking and a new sheriff’s operation
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:03PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Robertson High School’s head football coach was arrested over the weekend and is facing criminal charges for allegedly forcing his way into a home and punching a man repeatedly. Police arrested 38-year-old Lucas Sanchez on Sunday following an altercation at a Las Vegas home the night before. Las Vegas Police
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:33PM
By Kevin Hendricks — New Mexico voters just got a cheat sheet — the legal kind. Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver and Attorney General Raúl Torrez released a joint advisory Tuesday spelling out election deadlines, who belongs at a polling place and what crosses the line into voter intimidation.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:22PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:00PM
By Jesse Jones, The Route 66 Independent — Following a three-month vacancy left by former Commissioner Mike Rariden, the town of Edgewood restored its full Town Commission after commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday night to appoint Doug West to the open District 5 seat. West, a retired Albuquerque Police Department commander
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:29PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
A top executive at Alta Vista Regional Hospital has confirmed: the hospital is not up for sale. Alta Vista CEO Helen Ballantyne said in an email statement to The Optic on Monday that the hospital is “not currently involved in a sale transaction.” The statement comes after speculation was raised
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 01:00PM
According to Greggory Hull, the Republican candidate for New Mexico governor, this could be the year his party wins the election for the state’s top office. The Daily Record spoke to Republicans at this event and reached out to local Democrats by telephone the same evening who didn’t attend. Hull
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Grants Water Main Break Prompts Extended Repairs, Street Closure News Staff Wed, 10/14/2026 - 05:52
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 10:52AM
Fernandez Leads Pirates Charge Over Taos Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent Wed, 10/14/2026 - 05:52
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 10:52AM
NM Junior College working to advance nursing skills John Leacock/News-Sun New Mexico’s nursing training has received recognition for its excellence, with New Mexico Junior College’s nursing program among the best LPN to RN efforts in the state. NMJC’s program was recently ranked third in the state by Practical Nursing, an
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:05AM
Haarmeyer movie gets early screening in Lea Levi Hill/News-Sun LOVINGTON — There is one thing you notice quickly when you sit down for an interview with independent filmmaker and author Mary Haarmeyer — she is a live wire, a runaway train of energy. And after an hour of listening to
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:55AM
There are no early surprises in the first week of early voting for the 2026 election. About 30,000 votes were cast statewide through Monday, according to the Secretary of State. Democrats dominate the early turnout with 59% of the total, while Republicans sit at 27% and independents account for 14%.The
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:10AM
Above normal temperatures are about to give way to a cold, windy weekend east of Albuquerque. The National Weather Service in Albuquerque issued freeze and cold weather warnings for most of New Mexico earlier this week as a low pressure system descends over New Mexico from the Nevada and Arizona
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:36PM
Police: Stolen gun used in attempted murder
By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff A 28-year-old Deming man faces a first-degree charge of attempted murder after police say he admitted shooting an...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 12:00AM
County adds energy-saving solar projects By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff Luna County Commissioners celebrated a partnership with Schneider Electri...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 12:00AM
Republican congressional candidate Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke used a televised debate Monday to repeatedly challenge incumbent Democrat U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury over New Mexico’s affordability crisis, poor educational outcomes, and what Okpareke portrayed as a gap between federal spending announcements and results families can actually see. The debate, hosted by KOAT
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 09:19PM
By Kevin Hendricks Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas is seeking a second term representing District 5, which covers much of east central Albuquerque, including Uptown and Four Hills, and all of the East Mountains. He faces Republican Thomas Riley on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Olivas, a Democrat, defeated radio station owner
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 04:05PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
A hiker crosses a bridge over the Pecos River, downstream from its source in the Sangre de Christo Mountains in northern New Mexico. It’s an early May afternoon, and Charlie Barrett has parked his pickup in a pullout along a county road a few hundred feet from the Black River
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:55PM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico hunters who keep striking out in the big game draw just got some fresh ammunition. Attorney General Raúl Torrez says the state law reserving 10% of draw licenses for hunters who hire outfitters violates the New Mexico Constitution. Torrez concluded in a formal opinion dated
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 02:21PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
by Jesse Jones, The Paper. — With Bernalillo County averaging six opioid-related deaths a week in 2025, commissioners will consider declaring a state of emergency over the fentanyl crisis Wednesday. They’ll also consider tax breaks for housing developments that would add hundreds of apartments in Albuquerque and discuss plans to
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 02:23PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Jail Log 10/13/2026
The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between Oct. 6 and Oct. 12, 2026: Andrew Romero, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Joanie Etherton-Espinoza, APO Arrest Order. Brianna Romero, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Maria Ortiz, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP,
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:57PM
By Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico — U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) made his second New Mexico visit Monday evening in support of Republican Greg Cunningham, where he led a fundraiser in Las Cruces in the final stretch of the closely watched 2nd Congressional District race. Johnson last visited
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:11PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:30PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Bernalillo County election workers kept a dead woman’s ballot from counting in 2024. Now her husband faces a federal charge for allegedly trying to cast it. A federal grand jury indicted a 62-year-old Tijeras man on one count of fraudulent voting, the U.S. Attorney’s Office
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:40AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 02:10PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — When raw sewage backed into kitchen sinks and bathtubs at the Mont44 apartment complex, residents organized a tenant union. Landing on Albuquerque’s landlord list in June brought no immediate relief. Maintenance crews only returned after a September city inspection of more than 60 units,
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:32AM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:26AM
A 9-year-old Las Cruces girl died early Tuesday morning after being struck by a BNSF train near the intersecti...
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:01AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For people who have gone through recovery, that experience can become more than a part of their past. It can shape their future and become a career helping others navigate mental health and substance-use challenges. Bernalillo County, in coordination with the Albuquerque Center for
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 09:52AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Vasquez & CunninghamA look through the sole ABQ Journal poll of New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District paints a grim picture for Republican challenger Greg Cunningham, virtually shutting down his pathways to victory.To stay competitive, the retired APD detective needed to hold off Democratic incumbent Rep. Gabe Vasquez in the populous
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 06:10AM
One of the original sponsors of New Mexico’s proposed constitutional amendment to begin paying state lawmakers is facing fresh scrutiny over her own attendance record, as an opposition group argues voters should demand stronger accountability before approving annual legislative salaries. Our Values PAC released an analysis Sunday examining Democrat state
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 10:32PM
Doctors and public health experts say now is the time to get vaccinated
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 08:21PM
By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — For most government workers and union members, Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day is the Monday cap to a three-day weekend. But that is not true for the U.S. Senate staff and local building trades members working to keep up with Sen.
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 12:42PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
More voters in the populous ABQ metro are withholding judgment on the gubernatorial race than most other regions, appearing to prevent Democrat Deb Haaland from reaching the key 50 percent mark in her race against Republican Gregg Hull.The second and final poll on the contest from the ABQ Journal—taken October
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 06:10AM
How Cloudcroft's schools are writing — and testing — the rules for a technology Superintendent Jocelyne Gillespie says is moving "almost like a speeding bullet"
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 03:16PM
Republican gubernatorial nominee Gregg Hull walked onto a KOB 4 debate stage Thursday night, prepared for a face-to-face showdown with Democrat Deb Haaland. Instead, he found an empty podium. Haaland did not appear, citing a previously scheduled commitment with farmers, ranchers, and agricultural interests in southern New Mexico. That left
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 06:05PM
Front page of the Oct. 7, 1959 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Regular Correspondence of the Optic Fort Union, Oct. 8 – Wednesday evening, October 17th the Fort Union comedy company are to give a show in this post. They have been very active in their preparations for it
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:00PM
Surviving children travel to Las Vegas to attend the funeral of their estranged father, a little-known author. Arriving there, they discover that their old man’s posthumously published book has become an international best-seller. Soon they are embroiled in the legends and lore of the enchanted town. Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 08:00AM
Small audience hears candidates pitch platforms By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff All of the candidates attending Tuesday’s forum agreed that water ...
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:00AM
Power moves
County to consider wireless ordinance, energy projects, infrastructure funding By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Luna County Commissioners will con...
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:00AM
A bipartisan permitting reform bill co-led by U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., is drawing broad support from labor unions, energy producers, environmental and policy nonprofits, business organizations, and state and local government groups as it seeks to speed federal approval of energy and infrastructure projects while maintaining environmental safeguards. This
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 04:58PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 05:01PM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico college students chasing quantum computing careers may soon find internships and research jobs closer to home. Tokyo-based Fujitsu, one of the world’s largest tech companies, will set up a quantum computing research center in the state, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Thursday. The center will
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 03:10PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 04:01PM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico voters heard a campaign pitch from a familiar voice Wednesday. Former President Barack Obama wants them to elect Democrat Deb Haaland as their next governor. The endorsement comes with early voting underway in the race to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. In a
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:11AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque checked off some goals this year, while others are still a work in progress. The City Council reviewed Mayor Tim Keller’s fiscal year 2026 objectives Monday, Oct. 5, looking at everything from thousands of visits at the Gateway sobering center to ongoing problems
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:59AM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:26AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For nine days each October, hot air balloons fill Albuquerque’s morning sky as visitors pack hotels, restaurants and businesses across the city. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta brings hundreds of thousands of visitors, boosting the local economy. As the 2026 event continues, its full
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:26AM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico voters heard a campaign pitch from a familiar voice Wednesday. Former President Barack Obama wants them to elect Democrat Deb Haaland as their next governor. The endorsement comes with early voting underway in the race to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. In a
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:11AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton Those interested in the straight dope about big happenings in the East Mountains might want to be in Sandia Park on Oct. 19. The East Mountains Protection Action Coalition (EMPAC) will host its second Community Gathering, with residents, community leaders and elected officials joining to discuss issues
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 09:57AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Sen. StewartMimi's mess is getting messier.It's revealed in newly released police video from the Santa Fe PD that at her 2024 auto accident, Senate President Pro Tem Mimi Stewart phoned the Governor's office and asked them to send the state police to the scene to handle the investigation. The request
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 06:10AM
Waiver raises questions over state authority, border construction By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff A new Trump administration determination allowi...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:00AM
County to celebrate completion of landmark solar project here
For the Headlight Luna County officials and Schneider Electric will celebrate the completion of a county-wide solar and energy efficiency project that...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:00AM
Newly released police body-camera footage is shedding new light on a 2024 Santa Fe crash involving one of New Mexico’s most powerful lawmakers — including the revelation that Senate President Pro Tempore Mimi Stewart called the Governor’s Office after striking a pedestrian and told responding officers that New Mexico State
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 08:56PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 08:57PM
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Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 08:07PM
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Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 11:00AM
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Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 11:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks Alamogordo residents asked state regulators last week to test PNM’s meters. Now the regulators’ own staff wants to do exactly that. The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission’s Public Interest Advocacy Staff filed a petition Tuesday asking commissioners to authorize a formal investigation into PNM’s estimated and delayed
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 09:44AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Gregg Hull (Journal)Republican gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull faced off with the cost-of-living crisis and scored, but to win the argument his messaging may need to be sharpened.While Santa Fe is tied in knots over what to do with billions of oil revenue flowing into state coffers—and as voters suffer exceptionally
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 06:10AM
San Miguel Catholic Church, San Miguel, New Mexico (Source: Google) SAN MIGUEL, N.M. — Candidates for Doña Ana County Commission District 1 will participate in a public forum from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 at San Miguel Parish Hall, 19217 South N.M. Hwy. 28. Southwest Organizing Project and
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 05:00AM
(Stock image) LAS CRUCES — Early voting starts Tuesday, Oct. 6 at a single site, the Doña Ana County Government Center, 845 N. Motel Blvd., Las Cruces. It runs weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. More early-voting locations open up starting Oct. 17 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 10:20PM
By Joshua Bowling, Source New Mexico — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is pushing back against the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s review of a proposed gas pipeline intended to power the Project Jupiter data center, calling it “inadequate.” Texas-based Energy Transfer early this year asked federal regulatory officials
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 05:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Joshua Bowling, Source New Mexico — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is pushing back against the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s review of a proposed gas pipeline intended to power the Project Jupiter data center, calling it “inadequate.” Texas-based Energy Transfer early this year asked federal regulatory officials
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 05:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Who decides what gets built on your street? When a new apartment complex, business or other development is proposed nearby, Burqueños often look to neighborhood coalitions to stay informed and track community developments. That role changed Monday after the City Council voted to strip
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 04:19PM
Updated: Thursday, October 22, 2026 06:26AM
By Kevin Hendricks Sen. Cindy Nava once spent her days in the Roundhouse hallways as an undocumented student volunteer, watching lawmakers she couldn’t vote for decide her future. Now she’ll be the one counting their votes. New Mexico Senate Democrats elected Nava, a Democrat from Bernalillo, as Senate Majority Whip
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 11:01AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
She’s a political superstar on the national stage, but Deb Haaland has yet to close the deal with New Mexico voters in her race to become the next governor, despite raising over $17 million and holding a massive name ID advantage over Republican Gregg Hull.The SurveyUSA poll taken for KOB-TV
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 06:10AM
Restaurant is part of push to bring more local brands to DRO
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 07:30PM
The GOP gubernatorial candidate’s team accepted 203 contributions above Colorado’s legal limit, according to Secretary of State’s Office
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 07:50PM
By Kevin Hendricks, Route 66 Independent & NM Political Report — District 5 Bernalillo County Commission candidate Thomas Riley says he wears a ring bearing the Confederate flag as an act of “open rebellion” against the federal government, and he wants the county’s Sheriff’s Office to cooperate with U.S. Immigration
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 03:48PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 09:55AM
Julia Brown, a former Doña Ana County manager and Democratic write-in candidate for the District 3 county commission seat, left, and Patricia “Susie” Kimble, an Independent candidate, speak at a candidate forum Sept. 14, 2026, in Chaparral. Brown and Kimble are two of three candidates running in the district. A
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 02:55PM
Hispano Chamber honors businesses, individuals at annual banquet Andy Brosig/News-Sun It was 45 years ago when two brothers with just lint in their pockets and a dream walked into the Moncor National Bank of Hobbs and convinced bank officials to lend them seed money for what would become The Model
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:43PM
Updated: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:44PM
A mother’s life changing moment Christina Holt/News-Sun It was an ordinary moment that changed Jessica Stout’s life and her family’s – a moment that led to a breast cancer diagnosis. In 2022, Jessica, who was 35 years old, was changing her clothes when she felt a lump in her right
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:38PM
CTECH shop teacher surprised with $75k award Christina Holt/News-Sun Erik Chavarria, construction and engineer teacher at Hobbs CTECH, walked onto the shop floor expecting another day of teaching. Instead, he found himself surrounded not only by his students but by Hobbs Municipal Schools staff, media and family who had been
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:33PM
Colorado rancher Kathryn Bedell talks about the impact of droughts on her business as activists gather at the Supreme Court for a case about whether oil and gas companies should help pay for damage caused by disasters linked to climate...
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:20PM
By Kevin Hendricks, nm.news — New Mexico voters can start casting ballots Oct. 6 for the Nov. 3 general election. There’s no reason to wait in line on Election Day, or to walk into the booth guessing. Early voting opens Oct. 6 at county clerk offices. On Oct. 17 it
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Operation accounts for more than half of Teller County’s gross domestic product, says general manager
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 12:49PM
A new KOB 4/SurveyUSA poll is showing what is increasingly difficult to dismiss in New Mexico’s race for governor: Democrat Deb Haaland is ahead, but Republican Gregg Hull remains within single digits with less than a month until Election Day. The survey of 567 likely voters found Haaland at 47%
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 09:50AM
President Pro Tem Mimi Stewart pushed back a challenge from Sen. Liz Stefanics at Sunday's caucus of Senate Democrats to keep the top leadership post in the Senate. Meanwhile, Sen. Linda Trujillo beat out two challengers to become the new Majority Leader; Sen. Cindy Nava took over as Majority Whip
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 06:10AM
Step into Cloudcroft’s past with The Sacramento Mountains Museum and the Haunted Village transformation that raises the dead--and funds--for the museum
Published: Sunday, October 04, 2026 09:59PM
A new campaign advertisement for Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is leaning heavily into law enforcement — but its biggest claim does not survive a look at the federal spending records. The ad features Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen declaring, “Congressman Gabe Vasquez supports law enforcement. Period.” Then comes the
Published: Saturday, October 03, 2026 09:47AM
Teachers speak about classroom AI at confab By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff Reynaldo Belen Jr. and Jonathan Valdes have pulled the Deming Public S...
Published: Saturday, October 03, 2026 12:00AM
One reason many balloonists fly in Albuquerque is because of the Albuquerque Box. Here's the science behind the famous wind pattern.
Published: Friday, October 02, 2026 01:23PM
A new television ad is targeting Constitutional Amendment 4, the November ballot measure sponsored by Democrats and opposed by most Republicans that would allow New Mexico legislators to receive annual salaries tied to the state’s median household income. Our Values PAC announced Thursday that it is opposing the amendment and
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 10:50AM
Updated: Thursday, October 01, 2026 11:32AM
Deb Haaland has taken some hard hits over Project Jupiter. She was especially scorched by anti-Jupiter activists for taking over $85,000 in campaign contributions from developers of the giant data center in Doña Ana County and then refusing to return those contributions.Now she is being flayed on social media for
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 06:10AM
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Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 06:55PM
The council voted to pay the next elected governing body, approved an off-site liquor license at the Grand Cloudcroft Hotel bar, amended the ice rink lease, and made a temporary Public Works hire
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 05:04PM
New Mexico’s controversial seven-day waiting period for firearm purchases has suffered another major legal defeat, and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Attorney General Raúl Torrez are now appealing — extending a constitutional fight that has followed the law almost from the day it took effect. The important wrinkle: despite the
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 01:24PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M.- In recognition of America's 250th anniversary and the Bureau of Land Management's 80t...
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 12:58PM
Opponents of a constitutional amendment that would provide some of the highest legislative salaries in the nation to New Mexico lawmakers are confident they can defeat it, but they could easily lose if they don't get a quick cash infusion to spread their message. National and local progressive groups have
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 06:10AM
Thumbs up!
Schools note progress districtwide last year By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff Deming Public Schools is celebrating its recent report card issued by...
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 12:00AM
Grilling season
Candidates set to face questions at Oct. 6 Chamber forum By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Voters will have a opportunity to hear directly from can...
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 12:00AM
New Mexico was being hammered Tuesday by a sprawling flood emergency that triggered mandatory evacuations, a threatened dam failure, submerged highways, school closures, National Guard rescues, and warnings of potentially catastrophic flooding from Doña Ana County to Santa Fe and Ruidoso. Some of the most alarming scenes unfolded in the
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 08:33PM
Cloudcroft’s popular public courts were vandalized with a ‘big rock’ on Sunday night. The local pickleball club is offering a $3,500 reward for information leading to an arrest.
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 06:14PM
In a break with tradition, Senate Democrats will caucus this Sunday to choose their leaders for the next two years. Usually, the meeting is held following the November general election, but not this time. The date switch, which we learned of after first blogging that the meeting would be in
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 06:10AM
On Sept. 3, a federal judge heard roughly four hours of arguments over a lawsuit challenging the environmental review and federal financing of a proposed $95.6 million green hydrogen facility in Questa, then took the matter under advisement. U.S. District Judge David H. Urias did not issue a ruling at
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 06:01AM
Project Jupiter’s troubles are no longer confined to permitting fights and political battles in New Mexico. They are now showing up on Wall Street. Oracle shares have continued sliding after the technology giant invoked a force majeure provision tied to Project Jupiter, the enormous artificial intelligence data-center complex under construction
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 09:12PM
Updated: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 07:49PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper A soggy September just bought New Mexicans a rain check. The state forester lifted restrictions on campfires, smoking, fireworks and open burning Monday morning after late-season storms knocked down the wildfire threat. State Forester Laura McCarthy’s order ends restrictions in place since April 6 on
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 11:43AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper New Mexicans who spent last week wringing out their socks should keep the towels handy. Moisture from Hurricane Polo is rolling north this week, and it’s bringing flash flood risk to nearly every corner of the state. Polo is forecast to hit Baja California Sur
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 11:31AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks Twenty-one greenhouses near Estancia went from green to gone Thursday after state agents seized an estimated 6,300 illegal cannabis plants, about 10.5 tons of weed, from a large-scale grow on Howell Road. The Regulation and Licensing Department’s Enforcement Bureau and the New Mexico Organized Crime Commission served
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 10:40AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Campaign '26 may have reached an inflection point with Deb Haaland’s decision to forego all debates with Republican opponent Gregg Hull. By stepping away from the "debate over debates"—a distraction her team characterized as a sideshow—she neutralized the issue.Haaland turned a potential vulnerability—her perceived hesitation around formal debates—into a display
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 06:10AM
A longtime political operative who managed Deb Haaland’s gubernatorial campaign at its launch is now listed as a lobbyist for a company powering Project Jupiter — adding another connection between the Democrat gubernatorial nominee’s political orbit and the massive artificial intelligence data-center industry she has recently vowed to rein in.
Published: Sunday, September 27, 2026 09:06PM
The cost of diesel fuel in Colorado hit a record high this week
Published: Sunday, September 27, 2026 03:00PM
In Carlsbad and Ruidoso, food banks are seeing rising demand amid SNAP cuts and other canceled federal food assistance programs rippling through the state.
Published: Sunday, September 27, 2026 01:16PM
New Mexico attorney Mike Seibel has secured a $200,000 settlement in a closely watched wrongful-death case involving the estate of a 26-week unborn child — a case Seibel says marks an unprecedented legal development in litigation against abortionists. The lawsuit, Wabbington v. Boyd, was brought against longtime late-term abortionist Curtis
Published: Friday, September 25, 2026 08:21PM
Updated: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 07:48PM
Commission cites LEA90 filings, alleged violations of conduct By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Instead of arguing amongst themselves, the Luna Cou...
Published: Friday, September 25, 2026 12:00AM
Republican state Sen. David Gallegos of Eunice used New Mexico’s first lieutenant governor debate Thursday to draw sharp contrasts with Democrat State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard on crime, government dependency, abortion, education, data centers, and the direction of state government. The hourlong debate, hosted at the Albuquerque Journal and
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 10:40PM
East Mountain families hunting for a weekend plan that amounts to more than a hill of beans can head to Moriarty, where the annual Pinto Bean Fiesta opens Friday evening with a balloon glow and rolls into a parade, marketplace and street dance Saturday. The City of Moriarty opens the
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 09:56AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Democrat gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland used a national NewsNation interview Wednesday to pitch herself as an experienced manager, promise a day-one pause on new large-scale data centers, and blame President Donald Trump for a host of New Mexicans’ economic problems. But several of the interview’s most notable moments came from
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 07:02AM
The Haaland campaign ended debate discussions with the Hull campaign late Thursday after both sides failed to reach an agreeable date. There will be no debate between the two governor candidates before the Nov. 3 election.Here are the emails each sent regarding their final clash over debating: Haaland’s campaign: “Deb
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 06:10AM
Rescue dog attended bill signings and news conferences
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 08:37PM
As New Mexico continues to get hit hard with monsoon rains this week. A weather alert was issue for potential flooding throughout the region. Check out some photos of the weather in Edgewood and Albuquerque by our photographer, Roberto E. Rosales, and a local resident who shared photos from Cedar
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 04:08PM
Updated: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 04:10PM
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Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 03:10PM
Sunshine Protection Act would have economic, safety impacts for ski areas and mountain towns, resorts say
Published: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 05:47PM
Staff report Bernalillo County residents in flood-prone areas have until Friday to get their sandbags in a row. Monsoon storms could drop up to 3 inches of rain on the East Mountains and up to 2 inches on the metro area by Sept. 25, county officials announced Tuesday. Wednesday should
Published: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 03:23PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Is the Deb Haaland camp terrified that permitting her to debate Republican gubernatorial opponent Gregg Hull could cost her the election or something close to it? Haaland has so far refused to debate Hull, making her only the second major-party candidate to skip a general election TV debate in the
Published: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 06:10AM
By Rodd Cayton It’s time for Bernalillo County’s East Mountains communities to gather and celebrate themselves, as well as check out a local gem’s new look. District 5 County Commissioner Eric Olivas is hosting the annual East Mountain Celebration Sunday at Los Vecinos Park, 478 State Route 333 in Tijeras.
Published: Monday, September 21, 2026 12:57PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Gregg Hull Struggling to recover from her first major campaign blunder, Deb Haaland insisted she can "chew gum and walk at the same time." But the line only prompted critics to pile on, demanding she prove her multitasking prowess by finally agreeing to a live TV debate with her Republican
Published: Monday, September 21, 2026 06:10AM
Cloudcroft’s own Bryanna Bradshaw set out for Florida, where she’s about to enter her junior year at college. This summer, she rescued sea turtles as part of her education.
Published: Sunday, September 20, 2026 02:39PM
By Kevin Hendricks Young riders ages 3 to 18 can trade reins for handlebars at the fifth annual Bicycle Rodeo, a free event that teaches bike safety in Edgewood on Saturday, Oct. 3. The Edgewood Lions Club, Edgewood Police Department and Boy Scout Troop 640 are hosting the event from
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 02:34PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks The Edgewood Lions Club and Sandia Mountain Lions Club stocked East Mountain Food Pantry’s shelves with 1,500 pounds of food and raised $860 for the pantry. The pantry thanked both clubs in a Facebook post this week, calling them “amazing partners and phenomenal leaders in our community.”
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 02:14PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks East Mountain and Estancia Valley families can scream, carve and craft their way through October at a haunted farm, library workshops and a town-wide monster hunt. Here’s what’s happening and what to book first. SCARE UP A PUMPKIN: McCALL’S, MORIARTY McCall’s Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Farm runs
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 01:47PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
by Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Edgewood has a new mayor, and Devon Taylor got the job in a way he never saw coming. The 33-year-old Army veteran and real estate developer said he was sitting in a commission meeting this summer when former Mayor Mike Rariden suddenly nominated him
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 01:37PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Local man adapts cooling tech for athletes, LEOs Levi Hill/News-Sun Scott Evans is on a mission to cool off law enforcement officers, military and athletes and the vision for his mission came directly from on high. “This was a download from God,” the veteran military, EMT and security officer said
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 09:17AM
Attendance matters Hobbs Schools recognizes students, staff for efforts to keep kids in classrooms Andy Brosig/News-Sun September is national Attendance Awareness Month, a time when school districts across the country remind parents and students of the importance of being in school. And Hobbs Municipal Schools took a unique approach to
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 09:11AM
Deb HaalandNew Mexican politics are not about to make a dramatic shift to the left if Democrat Deb Haaland wins the governorship November 3. The progressive wing of her party may be ignoring what she says—as they often have with Gov. Lujan Grisham—but facts speak for themselves. Haaland is planting
Published: Thursday, September 17, 2026 06:00PM
Schools to Home program launched July 1 to provide assistance to public school employees
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 02:27PM
Haaland and HullHow can the Republican candidate for governor run an effective campaign if the industry most critical to their fundraising is not going all-in? That’s the dilemma confronting GOP standard-bearer Gregg Hull.In his latest financial report covering June 28 through Sept. 7, we count about $300,000 in direct and
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 06:30AM
Fort Sill Apache donates laptops For the Headlight The Fort Sill Chiricahua-Warm Springs Apache Tribe has donated 90 laptops to Deming Cesar Chavez Ch...
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 12:00AM
City council set to sign off on 2022 audit
By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff The Deming City Council will finally vote on the city’s fiscal year 2022 audit during today’s meeting, set for 5:3...
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 12:00AM
Youth initiative overshadowed by ethics allegations By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Youth disengagement and a contentious exchange between Luna C...
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 12:00AM
Colorado among 24 states that sued to stop president’s executive order
Published: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 03:55PM
Vasquez and CunninghamWhat’s with Greg Cunningham’s obsession with border security and crime? Doesn’t he know those issues have fallen down the list of voter concerns as an economic tidal wave heads towards the state in the form of inflation? Won’t the economy (and Trump) be the deciding factors in his
Published: Monday, September 14, 2026 08:54PM
Yearling female was from One Ear pack that state wildlife officials say has been preying on livestock in Grand and Jackson counties
Published: Monday, September 14, 2026 01:40PM
Foliage roughly a week ahead of typical schedule in many places
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026 09:45AM
National Geographic photographer and filmmakers Pete McBride and New York Times bestselling author Kevin Fedarko named next Jack Maddox Distinguished Speaker Series speakers For the News-Sun National Geographic photographer and filmmaker Pete McBride and New York Times bestselling author Kevin Fedarko as the next Jack Maddox Distinguished Speaker Series speakers.
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026 08:53AM
Lea County Veterans Memorial is officially open Christina Holt/News-Sun LOVINGTON — Flags rose, the Lovington High School Band played and a multi-agency honor guard presented the colors Wednesday morning as about 100 people gathered to dedicate the Lea County Veterans Memorial in downtown Lovington. The dedication ceremony was held on
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026 08:48AM
Lea commissioners approve imposition of 2026 property tax rates Denise Marquez/News-Sun LOVINGTON — The Lea County Board of County Commissioners ordered the county assessor to impose the 2026 state property tax rates, most of which will hold steady from last year. During a special county commission meeting Tuesday morning, Ave
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026 08:44AM
Updated: Friday, September 11, 2026 08:54AM
Former Colorado Bureau of Investigation forensic analyst Yvonne "Missy" Woods cries as she watches a video during a her sentencing hearing at the Jefferson County Courthouse, Tuesday in Golden. (Stephen Swofford/The Gazette via Associated Press pool) GOLDEN – A judge...
Published: Thursday, September 10, 2026 02:33PM
Joey and Jackie welcome Doug Boberg, Program Chair for Dress The Child. Their upcoming Gala is coming up and w...
Published: Thursday, September 10, 2026 11:33AM
Newly elected president Kent Aikin provides updates on the society’s preservation projects, fall events
Published: Thursday, September 10, 2026 05:00AM
Make it three in a row. That appears to be the case with the five statewide executive offices on the November ballot which went to Democrats in 2018 and 2022 and are set for a three-peat.That expectation is grounded in ABQ Journal polling showing races for Attorney General, Secretary of
Published: Wednesday, September 09, 2026 06:05AM
Rep. Andrea Romero Alright. Let's dive in to all the political news from New America. . . er. . . New Mexico. Talk about crashing and burning. State Rep. Andrea Romero has done both in grand style, leaving a promising political career in ruins. It is a story no one
Published: Tuesday, September 08, 2026 06:09AM
Wildfire, drought are pushing hungry bears into record human sightings and contacts, resulting in euthanasia
Published: Monday, September 07, 2026 03:32PM
Mesilla Valley Better Together welcomes Trinity A. Miller from the U.S Department of The Interior Bureau Of La...
Published: Friday, September 04, 2026 10:14AM
Events kick off 2 p.m. Thursday, bringing lots of visitors to Durango
Published: Thursday, September 03, 2026 01:44PM
Despite 18-month moratorium on new data centers on private land in Sierra County, Green Data is pushing for a new plant at Sacepoprt America with a few twist: atmospheric water generation units to produce water from the air.
Published: Wednesday, September 02, 2026 07:49PM
‘My concern is for all 3,144 counties in America,’ prominent election denier says
Published: Tuesday, September 01, 2026 07:30PM
Decision reverses racing license transfer
Published: Tuesday, September 01, 2026 12:31PM
‘The focus of this case was to protect our kids,’ state attorney general says
Published: Monday, August 31, 2026 07:41PM
Winter service expands travel options between Southwest Colorado and Texas
Published: Monday, August 31, 2026 04:30PM
Hull and HaalandThe first major public poll of the '26 gubernatorial chase seems to rule out a blow-out win by Democrat Deb Haaland but nudges only slightly, if at all, that big boulder that lies on the path to victory for Republican Gregg Hull. The ABQ Journal survey conducted August
Published: Monday, August 31, 2026 06:30AM
A major legal challenge has been filed over the proposed green hydrogen facility and solar array in the Village of Questa. On August 7, 2026, two local ditch associations—the Cabresto Lake Irrigation Community Ditch Association and the Acequia Madre del Cerro de Guadalupe—filed a lawsuit in federal court in Albuquerque
Published: Monday, August 31, 2026 06:01AM
107.1 The Blaze News, August 31, 2026
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas Lawmakers are being warned about a practice called surveillance pricing — when companies use personal data like location, income, or browsing history to charge
Published: Sunday, August 30, 2026 09:15PM
Weekend Edition, August 30, 2026
MTD Radio Weekend Edition – New Mexico and West Texas Is a U.S. Senator pushing oil policy that could line his own pockets? This week on Weekend Edition, Larry Behrens of Power the Future joins Blake Ovard
Published: Sunday, August 30, 2026 05:02AM
Democrat, favored to win, vows to stand up to Trump
Published: Friday, August 28, 2026 08:39PM
Saturday, Aug. 29 *Echoes of the Earth: Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show – 9 a.m.-5 p.m.,...Read More
Published: Friday, August 28, 2026 12:00AM
107.1 The Blaze News, August 28, 2026
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas The Department of Justice is suing New Mexico over a state law granting in-state tuition and financial aid to migrants regardless of immigration status;
Published: Friday, August 28, 2026 12:29AM
The peak will happen just after 10 p.m. with about 95% of the moon covered by Earth's shadow
Published: Thursday, August 27, 2026 12:37PM
107.1 The Blaze News, August 27, 2026
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas State lawmakers got a mixed budget picture Wednesday — some volatility, but also good news, driven largely by oil prices; Roswell city officials have
Published: Thursday, August 27, 2026 03:53AM
107.1 The Blaze News, August 26, 2026
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas An Eddy County man is facing charges in connection with a fatal shooting from earlier this year; A Lea County woman faces charges after
Published: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 03:30AM
107.1 The Blaze News, August 25, 2026
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas Newly obtained body camera video is giving the public its first look at the roadside encounter that led to a misdemeanor battery charge against
Published: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 03:17AM
Sen. Wirth and Sen. TrujilloThere will be a new power player in Santa Fe come November and their rise to prominence will have little to do with the election. Sen. Peter Wirth, who has served in the powerful position of Senate Majority Leader since 2017, is leaving leadership and indications
Published: Monday, August 24, 2026 06:30AM
107.1 The Blaze News, August 24, 2026
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas The Bureau of Land Management leased 25 parcels totaling more than 20,000 acres across New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas, bringing in over $139 million
Published: Sunday, August 23, 2026 09:56PM
Weekend Edition August 23, 2026
MTD Radio Weekend Edition – New Mexico and West Texas She lost her son to a preventable, distracted-driving crash — then discovered a legal system few families are prepared to navigate. This week on Weekend Edition, Blake
Published: Sunday, August 23, 2026 08:36PM
Show the culmination of a year of rehearsals at Limon Correctional Facility
Published: Sunday, August 23, 2026 12:00PM
Ben Waddell spent last fall in Guanajuato documenting grassroots efforts to find their disappeared relatives
Published: Saturday, August 22, 2026 05:00AM
107.1 The Blaze News, August 21, 2026
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas Food insecurity is on the rise in New Mexico, and state lawmakers heard a presentation this week on the scope of the problem and
Published: Friday, August 21, 2026 02:24AM
Motorists drive on southbound Interstate 25 with the city skyline in the background April 30, 2026, in Denver. (David Zalubowski/Associated Press file) Democrats on Thursday narrowed the list of potential host cities for their 2028 presidential convention to Boston, Denver...
Published: Thursday, August 20, 2026 12:20PM
107.1 The Blaze News, August 20, 2026
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas The New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department will pay $1.4 million to settle a lawsuit filed by two children abused by their adoptive
Published: Thursday, August 20, 2026 02:34AM
Federal judge ruled Benjamin Smith will serve maximum time per plea deal conditions
Published: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 12:30PM
A domestic violence call in Mora County left a woman dead, led to an officer-involved shooting and renewed calls to repair alternate routes.
Published: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 03:09AM
Updated: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 03:15AM
The alleged felony will be tried in court
Published: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 01:43PM
Suspect was allegedly intoxicated, friends of the victim are fundraising to pay medical bills
Published: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 10:45AM
4-H girls hard work earns Lea County Fair sweepstakes buckles Denise Marquez/News-Sun LOVINGTON — Eager youth and parents crowded around covered showcases Monday at the Lea County Fairgrounds, waiting to see who would take home this year’s sweepstakes titles. The Lea County Fair and Rodeo 4-H Sweepstakes is a multi-project
Published: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 08:16AM
New day Eagles eye new schedule that won’t include Lovington PETER STEIN NEWS-SUN Any team that falls short of a state title comes into the next season with unfinished business. That’s what the Hobbs football team has after earning a No. 3 seed in last year’s 6A playoffs and falling
Published: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 08:09AM
Updated: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 08:16AM
Tyler Boebert was released from jail on $10,000 bond on Sunday, the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office said
Published: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 06:52PM
Published: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 09:56AM
Professionals ran through simulation scenarios and networked resources for less frequent but critical emergencies
Published: Monday, August 10, 2026 05:00AM
Advocates celebrate the addition of a sober living home alongside expanded treatment options and recovery groups
Published: Sunday, August 09, 2026 05:00AM
The course material wasn’t vetted by state evaluators and didn’t go through a public review process
Published: Saturday, August 08, 2026 05:00AM
They mapped out a strict spreadsheet beforehand, allowing them to perfectly time each stop
Published: Monday, August 03, 2026 08:21PM
CPW pushes back against concerns it lacks sufficient data on furbearers
Published: Monday, August 03, 2026 08:00PM
A high-speed pursuit and successful PIT maneuver on Friday resulted in the arrest of a man suspected of kidnap...
Published: Monday, August 03, 2026 04:00PM
Encore sets ’26-27 concert lineup Andy Brosig/News-Sun Another season of musical entertainment is just around the corner as Encore Entertainment and the Southwest Symphony Orchestra announce the lineup for the 2026-27 symphony season. The entertainment kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, in the Western Heritage Museum Theater, 1
Published: Monday, August 03, 2026 11:04AM
Memoirs of a former rodeo queen Levi Hill/News-Sun Two seconds. It doesn’t seem like a long time until you are on the back of a bucking steer and holding on for six more. For 75-year-old Meloy Hill of Jal, two seconds was all she needed to know bull riding, in
Published: Saturday, August 01, 2026 12:17PM
Second rider rushed to hospital with serious injuries
Published: Friday, July 31, 2026 04:09PM
Man driving flatbed truck arrested in connection with crash
Published: Friday, July 31, 2026 11:34AM
Friday, July 31 *Blood drive — 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bloodmobile, Roosevelt County Safety...Read More
Published: Friday, July 31, 2026 12:00AM
For two months, the people of Cerro have lived without one of life’s most basic necessities — reliable running water. Every day has become a routine of hauling bottled water, making difficult choices about cooking, bathing and cleaning, and wondering when normal life will return. On Friday evening (July 17),
Published: Thursday, July 30, 2026 06:01AM
Fast learner: Mile record setter trained with Hobbs grad PETER STEIN/NEWS-SUN Perhaps you’ve crossed paths with Josh Kerr and didn’t realize it. If you blinked, you may have missed him. Kerr – a native of Edinburgh, Scotland and former University of New Mexico track runner – became the world’s fastest
Published: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 03:04PM
Updated: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 03:05PM
A second minor was airlifted to a hospital with serious injuries, authorities say
Published: Monday, July 27, 2026 07:52PM
Death comes almost month after he and colleagues overcome by flames near Utah border
Published: Saturday, July 25, 2026 09:23AM
4 to 5 feet of debris covered U.S. Highway 550 north of Silverton
Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 07:06PM
It must be tough and expensive to go up against the City of Truth or Consequences with its team of lawyers supplied by the New Mexico Municipal League's self-insurers fund, the city's insurer. Barnes settled for $45,000 and the city admitted no wrongdoing.
Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 02:49PM
Las Cruces area students are returning to class for the fall semester, and the Las Cruces Police Department is...
Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 08:56AM
You don’t have to spend a fortune to give your kids everything they need for a great...Read More
Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 12:00AM
Calendar: Friday-Saturday, July 24-25 *Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse and...Read More
Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 12:00AM
Crash occurred along U.S. Highway 550 on Thursday
Published: Thursday, July 23, 2026 03:04PM
Driver allegedly admitted to drinking three beers an hour before crash
Published: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 07:19PM
Emergency workers responded to three-vehicle accident Saturday morning in Animas Valley
Published: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 06:46PM
Sierra County joins Santa Fe and Socorro counties with moratorium on new data centers before a record crowed at public hearing.
Published: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 04:43AM
Construction between Ouray and Silverton scheduled to last through much of September
Published: Friday, July 17, 2026 04:16PM
JF Maddox Foundation unveils vision for downtown development Two-building campus in Hobbs will establish the Foundation’s new headquarters, create a community center and food hall, and serve as a catalyst for continued downtown revitalization For the News-Sun The JF Maddox Foundation today announced plans for a transformative downtown development that
Published: Friday, July 17, 2026 08:46AM
Mewbourne ranked #2 private producer in US Levi Hill/News-Sun Coming on the heels of the purchase of 22 acres of land to expand its operations in Hobbs, Tyler, Texas-based Mewbourne Oil Company was recently ranked the second most prolific private oil and gas producing company in the country by Enverus
Published: Friday, July 17, 2026 08:41AM
At Ballantine Communications, we are fortunate to serve a community as wide-ranging and diverse as ours in a landscape composed of high deserts and jetting mountains. I, myself, have been fortunate to grow up here, with a deep appreciation for...
Published: Thursday, July 16, 2026 04:06PM
Las Cruces police have apprehended and charged two teenagers suspected in an overnight crime spree that result...
Published: Thursday, July 16, 2026 02:26PM
Next generation family member says he wants to listen, improve and innovate
Published: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 12:30PM
Las Cruces police are investigating a two-vehicle collision that critically injured a 67-year-old woman Tuesda...
Published: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 05:20PM
Amador Crossing, an affordable housing development under construction on the recently expanded Community of Hope campus, is seen Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in Las Cruces. The 50-unit apartment complex is expected to expand housing options for homeless residents. (Photo by Diana Alba Soular/ SNMJC) Rising rents, more first-time homelessness and
Published: Saturday, July 11, 2026 04:25PM
Friday-Sunday, July 10-12 Loretta Ann Rockabilly festival – noon to midnight, Tucumcari....Read More
Published: Friday, July 10, 2026 12:00AM
The Las Cruces Police Department is now accepting applications for its next training academy. The 22-week paid...
Published: Tuesday, July 07, 2026 09:53AM
Fireworks, concerts, festivals and family games happening across region
Published: Wednesday, July 01, 2026 08:24PM
NMJC to remodel Mansur Hall Levi Hill/News-Sun New Mexico Junior College is committing $6.99 million to renovate Mansur Hall for modernized classroom space. The NMJC Board of Directors unanimously approved the spend for the project in a short meeting Thursday via Zoom. The 15,499-square-foot building was on the school’s list
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 01:11PM
City works to rebuild HPD Christina Holt/News-Sun As the Hobbs Police Department works through months of leadership upheaval, the City of Hobbs’ immediate focus is to restore stability and leadership within the department. City Manager Manny Gomez said his appointment of interim chief Jimmie Jones this week is intended to
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 01:06PM
Gas production climbs faster than oil in Permian Levi Hill/News-Sun WASHINGTON, D.C. — Natural gas production in the Permian Basin is growing faster than oil production and it is creating a bottleneck. Solutions are coming, but too slowly. According to a recent report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, marketed
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 12:56PM
Air Force vet turned airline pilot enjoys soaring for relaxation PETER STEIN/NEWS-SUN As an Air Force Academy graduate and a seasoned commercial airline pilot, Brad Peterson knows about being grounded. So when it happened on Thursday during the Standard Class Nationals soaring competition at the Hobbs Industrial Air Park, and
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 12:55PM
Updated: Wednesday, July 01, 2026 09:03AM
Before the fireworks light up the night sky, northern New Mexico’s mountain communities offer a full slate of Independence Day celebrations, from small-town parades to lakeside festivities and live music. Red River kicks off the holiday with its annual Fourth of July Parade at 10 a.m. along Main Street, drawing
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 06:01AM
Some locals want to see Sierra County moratorium on computer data centers. County commission chairman threatens to eject proponents for applauding at public comment period.
Published: Thursday, June 25, 2026 08:29PM
(Stock Image) The City of Las Cruces will ask voters to approve $26 million in general obligation bonds to renovate Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. The library renovation has long been identified as a priority project by members of the community and city council. Members of the city council approved a
Published: Monday, June 22, 2026 02:02PM
NextEra commissions new electric transmission line Christina Holt/News-Sun LOVINGTON — Dozens of guests stood in the middle of rural Lea County Wednesday morning surrounded by grazing cattle, pump jacks and wind turbines, as NextEra Energy Transmission Southwest marked the commissioning of its Crossroads-Hobbs-Roadrunner electric transmission line. The location reflected the
Published: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 04:43PM
Updated: Friday, June 19, 2026 08:41AM
Eunice ‘ground zero’ for N.M. screwworm response Levi Hill/News-Sun EUNICE – Eunice is ground zero for New Mexico’s first active response to the resurgence of the New World screwworm after it was officially eradicated from the country nearly 60 years ago. A dog was found to be infected with the
Published: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 04:31PM
Former teacher, coach named to lead new middle school in Hobbs Andy Brosig/News-Sun Building something new comes with a whole host of challenges. What’s it going to look like? What’s the interior design going to be? What about furniture? And staffing? If building a business from the ground up is
Published: Tuesday, June 02, 2026 02:28PM
Updated: Tuesday, June 02, 2026 02:29PM
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO – Thanks to a new law, independent and most minor party voters can vote in today’s New Mexico primary election for the first time ever. So-called “decline to state” voters, often referred to as independents, and most minor party voters don’t have to change their party affiliation
Published: Tuesday, June 02, 2026 12:45PM
The closure of the Questa VFW Post 7688 feels like the loss of something far greater than a building.Officially shut down by the State VFW on May 1 due to compliance issues after years of declining membership and difficulty maintaining a quorum, the post represented generations of service, sacrifice, and
Published: Monday, June 01, 2026 06:01AM
A couple of days ago, the Supreme Court approved the Special Master’s Fourth Interim Report on the case known as “No. 141 Original Texas v. New Mexico and Colorado.”
Published: Sunday, May 31, 2026 09:16PM
Kingston had a nice rain. Maybe the monsoons are beginning: a hopeful weather report from the National Weather Service.
Published: Friday, May 29, 2026 08:20PM
Editor’s Note: Candidates answered a list of questions emailed by the Southern New Mexico Journalism Collaborative. Their responses have been edited for length and clarity. Some candidates in this Q & A reference House Bill 9 , passed by t he Legislature, that restricts local authorities from enforcing federal immigration
Published: Thursday, May 28, 2026 11:31PM
John Willard Smith 1927-2026 Graveside services were held Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Elida Cemetery, followed by a lunch/visiting at the Floyd Senior Center in Floyd, NM. The family will receive guests at the funeral home on Monday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. John’s family
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 08:06PM
NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Border Soil and Water Conservation District is issuing a Request For Proposals(RFP) for herbicide treatment activities primarily in southeastern New Mexico. Proposals may be received electronically to BorderSWCD@gmail.com, or by mail to Border Soil and Water Conservation District, PO Box 158, Elida, NM 88116
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:41PM
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ON AGENCY PLAN AND RESIDENT ADVISORY BOARD DATE: June 15, 2026 TIME: 2:00 P.M. PLACE: FORT SUMNER HOUSING AUTHORITY 165 E Main Avenue Fort Sumner, NM Phone: 575-355-2986 The Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 requires the Fort Sumner Housing Authority to prepare a
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:40PM
Notice of Public Hearing Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 22-8-10 NMSA 1978, that the Board of Education of Fort Sumner Municipal School District 16, De Baca County, State of New Mexico, will meet on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. MDT, in the Testing Room located between
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:40PM
NOTICE FOR PRIMARY ELECTION – JUNE 2, 2026 AVISO PARA LA ELECCIÓN PRIMARIA – 2 DE JUNIO DE 2026 Pursuant to Section 1-11-1 and 1-11-2, New Mexico Statutes Annotated, 1978 Compilation, I, Jeffrey Hromas, County Clerk of De Baca County, by virtue of the authority in me vested, do hereby
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:39PM
STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF CURRY NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ADAM GRANT NUELKEN, DECEASED. No: D-905-PB-2026-00034 Judge: David P. Reeb, Jr. NOTICE TO CREDITORS BRUCE HARRY NUELKEN has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Adam Grant Nuelken, Deceased. All persons
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:38PM
IN THE NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF CURRY STATE OF NEW MEXICO In the Matter of the Estate of WILLIAM GARY ASHLEY, Deceased. No.: D-905-PB-2026-00027 Judge: Benjamin S. Cross NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO: TO: ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WILLIAM GARY ASHLEY, DECEASED, AND
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:38PM
NOTICE OF PUBLICATION FOR FILE NO. P-73 NOTICE is hereby given that on November 24th, 2025, Robert & Heidi Vander Dussen, husband and wife, dba Hideaway Dairy South, 2709 Wilhite Rd., Clovis, NM 88101 filed with the STATE ENGINEER Application No. P-73, Application for Permit to Change the Purpose and
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:37PM
(Stock Image) KRWG Public Media's KC Counts discussed vaccine misinformation and disinformation with Dr. Karen Kopera-Frye and Dr. Jagdish Khubchandani, professors of public health at New Mexico State University, in this May 11 audio episode of Voice of the Public . Khubchandani and Kopera-Frye discuss COVID-19 and measles vaccinations and
Published: Thursday, May 21, 2026 10:52PM
From the Other Side was meant to provide views of news events at odds with the prevalent American media view. Today, I am adding another side. This is a posting on poetry, which, as the subject of this article has said, is what can’t be said in words.
Published: Friday, May 01, 2026 11:36PM
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ON AGENCY PLAN AND RESIDENT ADVISORY BOARD DATE: June 15, 2026 TIME: 2:00 P.M. PLACE: FORT SUMNER HOUSING AUTHORITY 165 E Main Avenue Fort Sumner, NM Phone: 575-355-2986 The Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 requires the Fort Sumner Housing Authority to prepare a
Published: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 04:19PM
STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF DE BACA TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BERNADINE (GARCIA) CORDOVA, Deceased. No. D-1027-PB-2026-00003 AMENDED NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Victoria Huber has been appointed Administrator of this estate. All persons having claims against this estate
Published: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 04:18PM
By LORA ARCINIEGA AND MARLENE GOMEZ On May 10, Isabel Odilia Gomez will reach a milestone very few ever see: her 100th birthday. Born in 1926 to Agapita and Cristobal Gonzales, Gomez was raised on Cabresto Road as the second oldest of six children. Looking back on a century of
Published: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 06:01AM
Liz Marrufo is an advocate and volunteer who has received compensation under last year’s Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, or RECA. She spoke about her experience applying during a forum held Feb. 1, 2026, at Doña Ana Community College in Las Cruces. (Photo by Elva K. Österreich) SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO –
Published: Friday, April 17, 2026 09:58PM
For-profit and nonprofit business owners gather March 26, 2026, during a Las Cruces Green Chamber of Commerce Green Drinks event introducing Southern New Mexico Giving Day/Give Grandly events in Las Cruces and Silver City. (Photo by Elva K. Österreich/ SNMJC) Southern New Mexico Giving Day dates April 13 : Pr
Published: Friday, April 17, 2026 08:53PM
Spaceport leery of revealing reasons about road closures during tests of Quarterhorse drone == the first major defense contractor for the headquarters for civilian space exploration.
Published: Thursday, April 09, 2026 03:45AM
The proposed green hydrogen plant in Questa has moved from a conceptual clean-energy project to a focal point of intense local debate regarding water security and local government transparency. During a packed Village Council meeting on March 10, and a subsequent gathering of the Questa Watershed Protectors on March 15
Published: Sunday, March 29, 2026 06:01AM
I link to an article by Laura Paskus, “Climate change, overuse send the Middle Rio Grande into ‘dire’ situation,” published March 20th by Source New Mexico.
Published: Monday, March 23, 2026 12:30AM
Capital outlay money from state legislators or the governor comes with the least oversight and strings. Grants from U.S. legislators are nearly as hassle free. The city manager and more city commissioners participated in lobbying this year, receiving about one-third of what was requested from state legislators.
Published: Friday, March 06, 2026 06:17PM
Inmates in the the Doña Ana County Detention Center are among the first identified measles cases in New Mexico in 2026. (Photo by Diana Alba Soular/ SNMJC) Editor’s Note: This article is one in a series examining measles in Southern New Mexico. LAS CRUCES – For more than a quarter
Published: Friday, March 06, 2026 03:35PM
New Mexico health department officials work in partnership with local governments to sample and test wastewater for early detection of measles cases in communities across the state, including Southern New Mexico. (Photo by Diana Alba Soular/ SNMJC) How watching wastewater helps prevent disease spread SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO – In the
Published: Wednesday, March 04, 2026 04:27PM
T or C residents were clear, but city commissioners left it open whether the city will join the proposed private business/government alliance.
Published: Tuesday, March 03, 2026 08:46PM
Editor’s Note: This reporting was made possible thanks to a grant from the Puente News Collaborative , based in El Paso. Karen LeCompte of La Luz and her mother, Arlene Maclean of Alamogordo, both experienced measles in their childhoods before vaccinations for the disease were developed. (Photo by Elva K.
Published: Saturday, February 28, 2026 02:00AM
Shawna Bailey, director of health services for Las Cruces Public Schools, is seen at the LCPS administrative offices. Bailey said her office worked closely with state health officials to verify immunization records and prepare for potential measles exposures during the outbreak last year. (Photo by Jonny Coker/ SNMJC) Risks remain
Published: Saturday, February 28, 2026 01:00AM
Lucy Rael, the matriarch of the large and devoted Rael family remembered for her faith, resilience and quiet strength, died Jan. 31. She was 98. In her final years, Lucy was rarely alone. Children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren filled her days, a living testament to the life she and her late
Published: Thursday, February 26, 2026 07:01AM
The Sierra County Commission balked on approving a joint powers agreement to create an alliance between government and private industries to seek funding for new infrastructure. The proposal goes to the Truth or Consequences City Commission next.
Published: Sunday, February 22, 2026 09:40PM
It has been 46 years since one of the deadliest prison riots in U.S. history. It all happened here in New Mexico.
Published: Monday, February 02, 2026 03:39PM
Updated: Monday, February 02, 2026 03:40PM
As oil and gas production continues to generate vast amounts of wastewater in southeastern New Mexico, researchers say treated “produced water” could become a valuable resource for agriculture, industrial use and river restoration — if state laws, public perception and regulatory frameworks can catch up. Produced water is the byproduct
Published: Monday, February 02, 2026 07:01AM
(Stock Image) The Mesilla Valley Habitat for Humanity affiliate, in partnership with the City of Las Cruces, will construct five single-family homes within the new Arcadia 4 Subdivision as part of a pilot initiative to expand access to attainable homeownership. The City of Las Cruces is donating 25 fully serviced
Published: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 03:35AM
(Stock Image) LAS CRUCES — The minimum wage in the City of Las Cruces will increase on Jan. 1, 2026. According to Las Cruces Municipal Code, minimum wage for those employed in the city will increase from $12.65 to $13.01 an hour. The minimum hourly wage for tipped employees will
Published: Thursday, January 01, 2026 02:00AM
U.S. Congressman Gabe Vasquez of New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District expresses support for restoration of federal health care subsidies that are set to expire nationally Dec. 31; however, the New Mexico Legislature has opted to take over funding of these subsidies within the state’s borders. Vasquez discusses the issue Sept.
Published: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 02:40AM
Click here to watch the annual 2025 Twinkle Light Parade in Nob Hill.
Published: Sunday, December 07, 2025 02:53AM
Updated: Tuesday, December 09, 2025 06:37PM
The old New Mexico State Penitentiary, site of a deadly 1980 riot, remains a chilling reminder of past horrors, with eerie occurrences suggesting the spirits of those who perished may still linger.
Published: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 08:49PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 02:45PM
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Published: Monday, October 20, 2025 06:00AM
Updated: Monday, October 19, 2026 01:35PM
Zozobra has burned for nearly a century. It's a tradition that dates back to 1924 in Santa Fe. Here's a look at what Zozobra has looked like dating back to the 1940's.
Published: Wednesday, August 30, 2023 11:57PM
Zozobra has become ingrained into New Mexico's culture. For over 100 years, Zozobra has burned the glooms of years past. Here's a look at some of the burnings dating back to the 1930's.
Published: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 05:43PM
Updated: Friday, September 04, 2026 04:24PM
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Hearst Television operates under the premise that first is desired, right is required in everything we do.Our purpose is one of service, providing quality news and information to the local television markets in which we operate.
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Sky 7 has been providing unmatched coverage of New Mexico's top stories since 1980. Click through this slideshow to see photos of each version of New Mexico's helicopter.
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