Environment Department calls action part of 'broader regulatory push' to regulate forever chemicals

Haaland campaign blasts ad as 'false attack' as the two Democrats jockey for voter support

Trump said he expects the negotiation team lead by Vice President JD Vance to return to Pakistan for more talks.

Police say a 42-year-old Las Cruces tattoo artist is accused of sexually assaulting a 19-year-old customer at his shop and providing alcohol to a minor

80% of survey respondents preferred early start vs. later in the month

Mayor in Illinois speaks to failed project involving the CEO

Property owners along a portion of Blackhawk Road now have legal access to their land after the Silver City Town Council took action in a special meeting Wednesday. The section of Blackhawk Road just south of Trail End Road had not been designated a public right-of-way, interim Town Manager Jacqui

Federal regulatory staff last week filed a protest to a proposed pipeline to fuel the Project Jupiter data center in southern New Mexico, likely delaying its construction. In a Jan. 29 application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Dallas-based developer Energy Transfer – which owns Transwestern Pipeline Company – sought

Officers uninjured, person dead after two-vehicle crash

Plan involved a gun stashed behind an ATM, cash and a getaway vehicle

In letters signed by hundreds of detainees, Miami man decries living conditions

Jeffrey Goebel faces firearms charge

New Mexico improves in nationwide rankings amid decrease of deaths in Duke City

A Berrendo Fire Department volunteer firefighter as the Grim Reaper stood amongst the wreckage of the mock-fatality crash during the "Every 15…

By Daily Press Staff After district Finance Director Frank Ryan was placed on administrative leave last week, the Cobre Board of Education held a special meeting Tuesday to approve a fiscal services contract with Vertex Education. Under the contract, the district will pay $29,167 in fees for 15 months, with

Course uses rapper's style to look at fashion, gender and politics

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Members of the Bayard community showed up in green and black Wednesday for a prayer vigil for Cobre High School student Kali Cope. Cope is currently in treatment after being shot March 29 while riding as a passenger in a car in Silver City.

SANTA FE, N.M. —Santa Fe Community College's Student Nurses Association Club will host a blood drive on Tuesday.Vitalant's blood drive is scheduled to run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center parking lot. That's off Richards Avenue, across from Santa Fe Community College.AdvertisementIn

Officials say officer Jasmine Hernandez hit Ernest Begay while searching for a suspect

SANTA FE — Syphilis rates in New Mexico fell 18.6% and congenital syphilis rates dropped 32.4% from 2024 to 2025, the New Mexico Department of…

Rail Runner service suspended and Bernalillo Public Schools closed as authorities investigate

Chavez-DeRemer is the third Trump Cabinet member to leave recently. Reports of investigations into her conduct began surfacing in January.

Finance director urges action to protect general fund

Michael Jackson will be the university's 19th president

In torpedoing proposal, top Democratic lawmakers describe plan as redundant, unnecessary

Deb Haaland was sworn into Congress during a government shutdown in 2019. In her two years representing New Mexico on the national stage, she said she learned how to manage President Donald Trump. After her confirmation in 2021 as President Joe Biden’s cabinet secretary for the U.S. Department of the

New Mexico fifth graders show off the colonies they designed to survive on the Red Planet at 32nd annual 'Mission to Mars' event

Above-normal temperatures are expected to last through at least Wednesday, while dry storms are possible Tuesday.

Elizabeth Watkins touts plan to boost retention, equity and academic outcomes in campus visit

Fed up with illegal dumping, Dixon-area residents recently took matters into their own hands, coordinating with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management and Taos County to clean up two illegal dump sites. According to a BLM spokesperson, the agency’s...

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A Silver City neighborhood is now home to 27 new trees, thanks to a team of volunteers and an organization that aims to help increase the green canopy in the region. Volunteers with Tree New Mexico set out from Gough Park on Saturday to

Gunman shot through a door, killing 33-year-old Barbara Chavez

Downed lines and a cracked pole reported Tuesday on the corner of Maple and Fort Bayard streets in Santa Clara have caused those roads to be closed to the public until the issue is fixed. “We had an incident where a dump truck didn’t fully lower his bed, and it

Movie company suing Las Cruces over termination of economic incentives

Chaves County commissioners approved further revisions to the county’s Building Code, Ordinance 60, during their meeting on Thursday.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Despite a more than $2 million loss of revenue from reduced student enrollment, Western New Mexico University will not raise its tuition for next year. At a meeting Friday morning, the university’s Board of Regents approved tuition and fees, along with taking the next

Open letter to law enforcement aims allegations at political foes

The town and county agreed to hold closed-door discussions, with observers present, on a new deal for EMS and fire services.

State Land Office decries use of eminent domain to take New Mexico land

One suspect is already serving 29-year prison sentence for unrelated murders

Court hearing on April 21 comes after veteran lawmaker appealed lower court ruling

ALBUQUERQUE – District titles will be on the line Thursday for both the boys and girls tennis teams at Farmington and Piedra Vista after resounding wins last weekend for both teams over Cibola and Volcano Vista. The recent victories keep the Panther and Scorpions on path for a district championship

Candidates to visit campus in coming weeks

Today in sports, a recap of Thursday’s Alien 8 golf tournament plus Friday action, including a baseball district doubleheader between Gateway and Melrose and a softbal…

A growing number of working-age people in the U.S. have attended college without earning a degree — a group that often has student loans to pa…

PHOENIX – Golden State coach Steve Kerr is contemplating his future, the four-time NBA champion coach suggesting after the Warriors’ season ended that there is a chance he might not be back with the club next season. “It might still go on. It may not,” Kerr said after the Warriors

It's common for a candidate to take heat when their fund-raising comes up short but this year there's a switch. The candidate who has raised the most is being questioned over the huge amount she has already spent. Dem Guv hopeful Deb Haaland's historic $11.1 million take with seven months

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A public hearing next Tuesday, April 21, will offer information on Freeport-McMoRan’s revised plans for the eventual closure of the Chino Mine, but the 2024 Closure Closeout Plan update doesn’t mean the mine is going anywhere any time soon, according to mine officials. The

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Haaland removed information following letter from rival

Justices deny petition from NM attorney general

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The Gathering of Nations powwow is taking place in Albuquerque this weekend, and it's the final year, marking both a cultural milestone and an economic impact for the city.Officials say the event is expected to draw the largest crowd yet, with tickets selling quickly and vendor spots selling

Ella Mae Begay vanished in 2021 from Sweetwater, Arizona

Sheriff John Allen fired one deputy over a stolen duty-rifle later used in a homicide and another accused of excessive force, while defending a third who kept his job

Republican and Democratic party condemn weekend vandalism at state GOP office

Former CEO of Law Enforcement Certification Board alleges he defended agency's independence

Albuquerque City Council unanimously confirmed Cecily Barker as the city's new police chief on Monday.

Court hearing on April 21 comes after veteran lawmaker appealed lower court ruling

GOP gubernatorial candidate says he would take 'pragmatic' approach to Governor's Office

Before the Aztec City Commission approved a single routine item April 14, Mayor Mike Padilla raised concerns about unsigned agreements, conflicting statements and missing assurances in the consent agenda that he said should not slip through the process. The scrutiny set the tone for a meeting that addressed procedural details

After 13-year-old Chris Carnero was fatally shot in Las Cruces, his kidney was donated to a family friend

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Close-quarters gunfight left deputy with burns to the face from "muzzle flash"

Leanna Finley, a Goddard High School student portraying a crash victim, lays partially through a windshield of a wrecked car that was "driven"…

Duke Rodriguez alleges in lawsuit that Lujan Grisham administration overstepped its authority

Case alleges physical and verbal abuse and administrative inaction

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Cobre High School student Kali Cope wasn’t the only person injured in a March 29 shooting in Silver City, according to an arrest affidavit filed in court, and the state has requested pretrial detention for the man charged in the incident. Abran Grijalva, 37,

Wester: Trump is 'uncomfortable and defensive' about Pope Leo's public comments

Community reckons with sex abuse allegations against once-revered activist

The Tyrone Water and Wastewater Association is set to begin its biggest project yet — a nearly $7 million replacement of the town’s entire water system and rehabilitation of its water tank. Formed in 2022 to give the community access to state funding, the mutual domestic water and wastewater association

FARMINGTON – Bloomfield High senior pitcher Elias Munoz overcame some trouble while throwing a complete game victory in a 9-3 win on the road Thursday night over District 1-4A rival Kirtland Central. Munoz struck out eight batters and allowed six hits and a pair of walks as the Bobcats remain

HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. —Young and old members of the public got an eyeful and a big earful this weekend at the "Legacy of Liberty" Air Show -- all for free.The 49th Wing demonstrated the air power generated by the Air Force's largest F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot and the

Law enforcement officer was uninjured in incident

Paul Wymer showed strong lead over Alexandria Piland in Tuesday night results

House Oversight members want federal agencies to investigate a series of deaths and disappearances, including a former Kirtland commander from Albuquerque, amid concerns over national security risks

The New Mexico Health Care Authority will soon impose additional requirements on federal food assistance recipients, part of an effort to bring down the state’s high rate of errors and thereby avoid huge financial penalties established in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” Beginning May 1, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Directs county manager to investigate statements in news reports

Reports filed this week suggest this year's open race for governor could be most expensive in state history

The state’s unemployment rate was 4.5%, up slightly from 4.3%. In Santa Fe, the 4.5% jobless rate was up from 3.5% in December.

'Don't ever believe that you're not making a difference'

AZTEC – Kamora Henry provided the spark in the circle and at the plate, leading the Aztec High School softball team to an 8-1 victory Friday night at the Tiger Sports Complex over Gallup. Henry was nearly untouchable for the Tigers, racking up 10 strikeouts in a complete-game effort. She

A mother and daughter who operated a nonprofit after-school program in Silver City pleaded guilty Monday afternoon to charges in a Medicaid fraud case filed by the New Mexico attorney general, agreeing to pay more than $6 million in restitution and to serve prison time. According to a press release

Stray Hearts Animal Shelter Report The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from April 6 — April 12, 2026. Animals currently in care: 79 Total intakes this week: 20 Transfers this week: 14 Animals in foster:...

Paul Wymer and Alexandria Piland finish up campaigns in battle to replace Gregg Hull

Of state's 70,000-plus new voters since last summer, more than 80% declined to state party affiliation

Hundreds gather in Historic Old Town for Founder's Day celebration

The staged three-car collision was meant to simulate the dangers of drunk driving, where emergency responders worked to extricate the "victims" from a three-vehicle mo…

Police say a recently released inmate is accused of fatally stabbing a 43-year-old man

New Mexico’s flagship university is seeking the public to participate in narrowing down the five finalists for the school’s next president in the coming weeks. Last week, the University of New Mexico seven-member governing board announced five finalists, all holding higher education administration positions outside of the state, to succeed

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Pair accused of attacking the man, a neighbor, in Estancia

OMI, State Police identify body as Joel 'Deano' Valdez, who failed to return home in September

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The University of New Mexico Board of Regents announced five finalists in its search for the next president of the University of New Mexico.Current UNM President Garnett S. Stokes is retiring in July.AdvertisementThe candidates were selected following a national search.The finalists are:Eric L. Barker, Ph.D., Vice President for

FARMINGTON – The Aztec High boys golf team survived a late-round charge to secure the FHS Scorpion Invitational boys title by a single stroke Monday at Pinon Hills Golf Course. The Tigers combined for a team score of 342 (+54), narrowly edging out Farmington (343) and third-place Piedra Vista (345).

Lawsuit alleges negligence and security failures after inmate died in 2024

Friday winds blow cold front into Albuquerque

Man and woman safely exit aircraft after deploying vehicle parachute; one sent to hospital with minor injuries

Faces deportation after 18-month sentence

New Mexico is one of the few states that allows candidates seeking elected office to use public money for their campaigns – but don’t expect it to be a factor in any high-profile races. Under state law, candidates vying for political offices such as the governor’s seat and the state

Suspect allegedly fired into car-full of people prior to shooting at responding law enforcement

The scolding is the latest clash between the Democrats in an increasingly contentious race for governor ahead of the June 2 primary.

A warming trend starts Tuesday, but central and northern New Mexico could see 30 to 50 mph wind gusts by Wednesday afternoon.

Santa Fe County land use hearing officer Taylor Hartstein is set to issue a recommendation next week on requests for variances for the project.

Santa Fe officials say they are exploring ways for the city to be more proactive about revitalizing vacant properties.

UNM’s search for its next president is drawing scrutiny as students and staff get to meet the finalists.

New Mexico Rep. Rebecca Dow is fighting to stay on the re-election ballot as the state Supreme Court reviews whether her petition signatures met filing rules.

Lindy’s Diner downtown has been red-tagged and shut down after a city inspection raised new questions about the more than 100-year-old building.

Police say a Louisiana man who fatally shot seven of his children and another child used an an assault-style weapon despite a 2019 felony fire…

Carney said the world is more “dangerous and divided” and noted the U.S. has changed its approach to trade by raising tariffs to levels last s…

Rep. Rebecca Dow, who is fighting to be able to run for reelection in House District 38 after a court deemed her petitions legally insufficien…

Former Interior Secretary Deb Haaland’s campaign for governor took in $4.17 million over the last six months, far outpacing the amounts raised by Sam Bregman, her oppo…

Police suspect a young woman charged with vehicular homicide in a fatal weekend crash was impaired on cannabis.

Joseph Abeyta, longtime superintendent of the school, died April 10 at his home in Santa Clara Pueblo. He was 83 years old.

The recommended 25% differential comes as the government plans an ambitious prescribed fire regime for the next two years.

Brian Naranjo, a former U.S. diplomat, joins the latest episode of "Conversations Different" to discuss his views on the U.S.-Venezuela confli…

A World War II soldier from New Mexico has been accounted for over 80 years after he was captured and died as a prisoner of war.

Summertime is coming quickly and some Albuquerque city councilors want to make sure renters aren't forced to live in unsafe conditions.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —An investigation is underway after an innocent bystander was wounded during a road rage shooting Saturday in southwest Albuquerque.A spokesperson for the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office says the incident took place Saturday around 6:50 p.m. on the 1500 block of Airway Road Southwest.AdvertisementAccording to police, witnesses said two

The Sunset Motel, built in 1959 and still operated by its original family, stands as one of the last remaining Route 66 motels preserving its historic charm.Debbie and Mike Pogue have been running the motel since 1974, working to maintain its legacy and authenticity.Advertisement"Most of our customers are returning customers,"

The committee advised county officials on the protection and use of natural and cultural resources in open spaces, trails and parks.

Duke RodriguezDuke Rodriguez is hedging his bets. The GOP gubernatorial candidate seeded his campaign with an initial $500,000 in personal money and declared that he would spend as much as $2 million on the primary. But he is on track to fall short of that number. Upon release of his

The menu at Versos will rely on such staples as chile and maize while also developing new versions of ancient flavors.

While prices remain high, the cost of fuel throughout New Mexico and the Santa Fe area declined last week, according to Thursday's AAA New Mex…

The shooter later died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Mexican authorities wrote in a statement.

The schools argue Colorado is violating their religious rights by barring them from the taxpayer-funded universal preschool program over their…

Los Angeles prosecutors said Monday that the 21-year-old singer was charged with first-degree murder and other charges in the killing of Celes…

Mandelson was fired in September after details emerged about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.

Environmental groups sued the Trump administration on Monday over its approval of oil company BP’s ultra deep-water drilling project in the Gu…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Deputies are currently investigating a fatal crash involving a semi on I-40 that caught fire Sunday evening.Westbound I-40 at Zuzax was closed for nearly 10 hours while they investigated. It opened back up Monday morning around 4:45 a.m.AdvertisementDeputies say the victim was driving a pick-up truck with a

Westbound Interstate 40 is reopened after a semi-truck crash east of Albuquerque, according to the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office.

Cook will hand the CEO duties to Apple’s head of hardware products, John Ternus, on Sept. 1 while remaining involved with the company as execu…

The Albuquerque Isotopes had a great Sunday, earning a blowout win and drawing the second-highest attendance in all of minor league baseball.

The New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum will hold its annual Blessing of the Fields on May 15 in Las Cruces. The event features traditional ceremonies honoring agriculture alongside educational activities inside the museum. It is organized under one of America’s largest state-run museum systems.

SANTA ROSA, N.M. —The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is planning a major water release today at Santa Rosa Reservoir.Officials said the controlled block release will move about 30,000 acre-feet of water downstream to Lake Sumner for irrigation use.AdvertisementThe release is expected to continue through May 1, and lake levels

Police accused Alberto Velasquez-Rivera, 36, of stabbing an Allsup's employee in the chest during a fight Sunday afternoon.

ESTANCIA, N.M. —A major fire at a downtown commercial building in Estancia, called for mutual aid from 12 state, county, and municipal agencies, along with two utilities and the Red Cross, but the structure was a complete loss, a City of Moriarty Fire Department social media posting said.First responders reported

The ABQ BioPark will host an adults-only after-hours event on Saturday to support great ape conservation.

Popular fast food restaurant chain Whataburger is reportedly set to open its first location in Santa Fe on Monday.

Some spotty showers and thunderstorms will pop up Monday across New Mexico but they'll likely be virga showers and dry thunderstorms.

Heath Adams of Rio Rancho is living his dream with two rare vintage Lamborghinis that combine exotic design and legendary performance.Adams owns a 1989 Lamborghini Countach, a car he had only seen on posters before acquiring it. "The look of it, the wedge, it's just different," Adams said.AdvertisementHe described the

Laguna Burger and Frank’s Famous Chicken & Waffles have opened at Albuquerque International Sunport. City officials say these additions bring authentic local flavors to travelers while supporting New Mexico businesses.

The Atlantic says it stands by Fitzpatrick’s reporting and that it would defend itself against the “meritless lawsuit.”

An Albuquerque police officer jumped into a game of catch with kids outside a banana ball game at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park.

A new nationwide look at NFL fandom is sparking debate in New Mexico after a viral social media post suggested the state overwhelmingly backs a team many residents say they rarely see. The controversy began when DraftKings shared a map on social media showing each state’s most popular NFL team,

It’s the first step in a complicated process that also might lead to refunds for consumers who were billed for tariffs on products shipped to …

The satirical news outlet The Onion has a new plan to take over conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' Infowars platforms and turn them into parodies…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Somewhere along the line, comic books turned into big business and comic cons became about a lot more than just comic books.Don Baker was a comic book fan when he was younger, then drifted away like so many others. But as he saw comic cons get swallowed by

A proposed community for homeless families is still in the permitting process more than 10 months after it was approved.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The springtime winds combined with very dry air add up to the critical fire conditions expected this week, National Weather Service forecaster Clay Anderson told KOAT."We have issued a fire weather watch, but we are drawing attention to some critical fire weather conditions that we believe are going

The candidates for governor varied sharply on how the state should address immigration enforcement activity in New Mexico.

Candidates for governor and lieutenant governor of New Mexico shared their views on tackling crime, regulating guns and working with ICE.

Since it housed its first residents on April 18, 2024, 18 people have gone from the tiny home village into permanent housing.

Donald Trump and the Republican Party made many promises in 2024 but broke them soon enough.

Local river runners have been on the water for more than a month working to help clients enjoy what’s still out there.

The decreases come after years of ramped-up screening, awareness campaigns and ensuring prompt reporting of positive tests.

A suspect turned himself into Cibola County Sheriff's deputies Sunday for a homicide first reported over the weekend.

LA PLATA COUNTY, Colo. —On April 18, at 3:14 p.m., a Colorado State Patrol trooper was traveling on Highway 172 through the intersection of La Plata County Road 311 in La Plata County, Colorado, when her patrol car was struck on the left-rear side by a blue Dodge sedan that

The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is looking for a vehicle connected to a shooting that left an innocent bystander wounded Saturday.

Police arrested a suspect accused of shooting and killing a man and trying to rob him after accusing him of trying to steal a car.

Police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead in the parking lot of Main Event entertainment center in northeast Albuquerque.

Leo prayed Sunday the Rosary prayer at the Sanctuary of Mama Muxima. The church was originally built by Portuguese colonizers at the end of th…

The LANL Foundation recently awarded the foundation’s top $20,000 Gold Scholarship to three students.

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

Iran's joint military command says Tehran will respond soon and calls it an act of piracy. It’s the first interception since the U.S. naval bl…

Albuquerque - Around 1:30 AM, APD officers responded to reports of a shooting in the parking lot of the Main Event. One died at the scene. APD’s Homicide Unit is investigating. This incident is the third homicide investigation in Bernalillo County within 24 hours.

Santa Fe resident Ana Reyes, 23, has been arrested and charged with homicide by vehicle in connection with the incident.

Albuquerque - On April 18, 2026, at approximately 6:50 PM, Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a reported shooting with a victim in the area of 1565 Airway Rd SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Upon arrival, deputies located a victim who had sustained a gunshot wound to the head. The

Continuing education classes at SFCC, Indigenous cinema at St. John's and more Northern New Mexico education news.

Doug Fiefia once worked at Google. Now he's a Utah state representative running to be a state senator.

Albuquerque - Detectives from the Albuquerque Police Department have arrested Edwin Sanders, 44, in connection with the early morning Saturday shooting death of Estevan Gomez in downtown Albuquerque. Gomez was shot by Sanders while he was attempting to drive away.

Leaders are easing hiring requirements and accelerating recruitment in ways that some current and former officials see as a lowering of long-a…

Republican gubernatorial candidate Doug Turner is set to headline a high-dollar fundraiser next month at President Donald J. Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Club, highlighting the growing national attention and financial stakes surrounding New Mexico’s governor’s race. According to reporting from the Santa Fe New Mexican, Turner (one of three Republicans seeking the

New Mexico opened a new legislative office in Albuquerque, giving unpaid lawmakers a place to meet people and hear concerns from the community.

David Thomas Byington remains at large after Cibola County homicide near Candy Kitchen; suspect considered armed and dangerous.

Skies will stay mainly clear Saturday night, with temperatures dropping below freezing late at night in parts of northern New Mexico.

Officials believe the tampering occurred in 190-gram jars of carrot and potato baby food for 5-month-olds sold at SPAR supermarkets.

The reorganization is the latest in a string of challenges for Genesis HealthCare and its approximately two dozen facilities in New Mexico.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A regional day of fundraising is expanding far beyond Grant County’s borders this year, and organizers and participants are hopeful that the expansion will provide a greater audience to support needs across the southern part of the state. The Gila Community Foundation and the

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Police Department is requesting your assistance in locating Ronnie Wallace. He was last seen leaving his residence in his 2020 Black Jeep Wrangler, license plate AYWG99. Ronnie has been medically diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Ronnie was last seen wearing a beige beanie, maroon shirt & black wind

Albuquerque - The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred just before 6:55 PM in the 1600 block of Airway Rd. SW, near the intersection of Sunset Rd. SW and Airway Rd. SW. One person sustained at least one gunshot wound and was taken to a local

No one has been injured in the blazes, the latest of which caused minor damage to a north London synagogue on Saturday night.

Tensions are escalating in New Mexico’s Democrat gubernatorial primary after candidate Sam Bregman accused rival Deb Haaland’s campaign of putting his family at risk by posting property-related information online—calling the move an “epic failure of judgment” and equating it to “doxxing.” According to reporting from the Albuquerque Journal, Haaland’s campaign

A sheriff's office spokesperson said in a statement the incident occurred just before 4 a.m. in the area of Paseo del Sol.

A Pojoaque man has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for sexually abusing a minor, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office District of New Mexico. Alexander John Duran, 31, an enrolled member of the Pueblo of Pojoaque,...

Deb Haaland quietly scrubbed one endorsement from her website last week — that of former U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell.

A lawsuit against New Mexico's child welfare agency was recently settled for a staggering — but sealed — $10 million, according to a report.

The Roswell City Council will hold a special meeting at 5 p.m. on Monday at City Hall, 425 N. Richardson Ave., upstairs in the area renamed earlier this month as the M…

El Capitan Elementary School (ECES) led the Pledge of Allegiance and a salute to the New Mexico flag, opening the Tuesday board meeting for the Roswell Independent Sch…

The story of a Coyote man who has been missing since September came to a sad conclusion this week.

An altercation involving multiple people along Roswell’s South Main Street resulted in an 18-year-old male suffering a gunshot wound to his leg. No other subjects with…

With Col. Marcos José Rocha dos Santos, the governor of the Brazilian state of Rondônia, in attendance, New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) and Rondônia signed a hist…

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Today in sports: the Goddard baseball team starts district play against Lovington, and Dexter football player Hector Ramirez decides his future. See page B1 for more.

Firefighters responded to a brush fire about 10:30 a.m. Friday along U.S. 64, punctuating the risk of fire amid windy, dry conditions. The Rio Fernando Volunteer Fire Department brought the fire under control, according to communications betw…

Front page of the April 16, 1897 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the April 16, 1897 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Española, forty miles north of Santa Fe, had a fire Monday afternoon that destroyed the three large business houses belonging to the Bond Brothers,

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on Tuesday that U.S. Army Sgt. Celestino Chavez Jr., 19, of Gallup, killed in action during t…

According to a press release by the Artesia Police Department (APD), Artesia High School received a call on Wednesday at 1:13 p.m., indicating that a shooting would oc…

The Roswell Police Department is again partnering with Walgreens to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at the company’s south store, 1200 S. Main St., on Ap…

AMARILLO, Texas — Xcel Energy announced on Tuesday that new solar generation and battery energy storage systems are now in service. These facilities are located at Xce…

SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham on Wednesday announced the appointment of two new members to the New Mexico State Transportation Commission, filling seats r…

ALBUQUERQUE — On Wednesday, the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) and a coalition of 33 other justice departments won a landmark victory in their lawsuit agains…

SANTA FE — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced on Wednesday that the State of New Mexico has reached a $2.25 million settlement with Mylan Inc., resolvin…

In a striking turn of events, New Mexico’s far-left Public Lands Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard is now sounding the alarm over what she calls a federal “land grab”—involving just seven acres along the southern border. The reaction is drawing criticism and raising eyebrows, given Garcia Richard’s past involvement in efforts

Fore more than four decades, Community Against Violence has responded to the immediate needs of survivors — but today, the organization is also focused on something equally critical: preventing abuse before it begins.

Tatum council eyes ordinance to legalize side-by-sides in town limits Denise Marquez/News-Sun TATUM — Some off-highway vehicles could soon be legal on streets in the Town of Tatum under an ordinance under consideration by the town council. During last week’s town council special meeting, Tatum Police Chief Scott Conner and

Tatum council eyes ordinance to legalize side-by-sides in town limits Denise Marquez/News-Sun TATUM …

The Roswell Flood Recovery Task Force heard updates and recent information about remediation plans from the October 2024 disaster during their meeting on Wednesday.

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A heated exchange on X between U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich and Sen. Mike Lee is drawing widespread attention after Heinrich’s attempted attack over Epstein files quickly turned against him in dramatic fashion. The clash began when Lee criticized Senate Democrats—including Heinrich—for opposing efforts related to the César Chávez National Monument,

The immense fundraising reported by Dem gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland--over $11 million already raised for a campaign in a state of 2.1 million--comes with multiple descriptions: "Overwhelming, insane, a national phenomenon." (Full report here.)Perhaps most alarming to Haaland's critics is the label assigned by longtime state political analyst, former legislator

A Silver City town councilor is preparing an ordinance to address coal-rolling, or intentionally releasing a large amount of black exhaust from modified diesel-engine vehicles. “I’m just done with it,” District 1 Councilor Angela Salaiz said during the council comments of Tuesday night’s meeting of the council. Salaiz said she

SANTA FE — State fire restrictions are in effect across New Mexico, including on all State Game Commission lands managed by the New Mexico Department of Wildlife.

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Supreme Court has announced the appointment of New Mexico trial lawyer Alex Flores as co-chair of the New Mexico Commission on Access to Just…

In a sweeping and unanimous decision, the New Mexico Supreme Court has rejected an aggressive legal challenge from Attorney General Raúl Torrez targeting Otero County’s federal detention contract—delivering a major victory for the county and raising new questions about the limits of the AG’s authority. All five justices on the

SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on Wednesday opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on plans to include 32 oil and gas parcels to…

Today in sports, a district baseball game between Roswell and Hobbs that went into extra innings and information about the 2026 Coyote Classic golf tournament. See pag…

Local Democrats elected Katelyn Turner as their new county party chair on Saturday at their monthly meeting in Roswell.

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Hurley Town Council hired a new animal control and code enforcement officer during their regular meeting Tuesday Miguel Misquez will serve in the dual role on the recommendation of Police Chief Kevin Vigil. Mayor Reynaldo Maynes said that he had hired Misquez on

The Taos County Planning Department, along with its consultant, Architectural Research Consultants Inc., released an early draft of the proposed Unified Development Code for public review Monday (April 13). Officials encouraged residents to read...

Members of the New Mexico Highlands University Madrigal Choir rehearse Monday afternoon. The choir will have it spring semester concert this Sunday at 3 p.m. at First United Presbyterian Church, 1000 Douglas Ave. Members of the New Mexico Highlands University Madrigal Choir rehearse Monday afternoon. The choir will have it

A recent national study that examines the size and impact of the tech workforce nationally shows New Mexico still ranks near the bottom of the list, but it could be poised to move up if the state continues on its current trajectory, some industry...

Located on the campus of a former parochial school near Ranchos de Taos Plaza, 7K Studios announced it will open its doors to the community and greater New Mexico on Saturday, April 25 from 12-6 p.m. The film and television production studios’...

The quest for affordable housing development in Taos continues. At Tuesday’s (April 14) regular Town of Taos council meeting, the council approved Denver-based consulting firm Economic & Planning Systems’ updated strategy for the development...

As Cid’s Food Market celebrates its 40th year in Taos, the natural grocer has broken ground on a new store expected to provide dozens of jobs and in-store amenities to the south side of town. Ground broke on the project on Monday (April 6) at the...

With only three weeks left until the start of early voting, Deb Haaland is heading into the high-stakes June 2 primary with a 4-to-1 cash advantage over her rival in what will go down as the costliest primary race in New Mexico history. Combined,...

The race to become New Mexico’s next governor has been fraught with eligibility questions, jabs over policy copycatting and misleading campaign advertisements. But candidates agree on one thing: New Mexico requires drastic change to improve...

Taos Ski Valley has awarded an additional $50,000 to six local organizations through its Uplift Youth Fund, bringing the program’s total investment in the community to $200,000. The latest round marks the third cycle of funding since the...

Organizations in Taos and Colfax counties will receive more than $627,000 in 2026 state funding to expand youth outdoor access, trail infrastructure and recreation programs. The New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division awarded $587,900 in 2026...

A mysterious stranger is said to have arrived at an Española drinking den in an impeccably white sport coat, ordering a "red margarita," courting the attention of single women and stirring jealousy among young men. As described in The...

At its regular meeting Wednesday night (April 8), the Taos Municipal Schools Board of Education voted 3-2 to renew superintendent Antonio Layton Jr.’s contract for one year, extending his tenure leading the district through at least June...

Public interest in International Dark Sky Week (April 13-20) has grown since its founding in 2003 by Virginia high school student Jennifer Barlow. Originally observed as “National Dark Sky Week,” the now-international event is timed with the week...

For thousands of New Mexicans experiencing depression, PTSD, substance use disorders, or nearing their final days of life, the well-researched medicine found in psychedelic mushrooms (psilocybin) will be a treatment option by the end of this...

The Indigenous Youth Council is seeking members, according to the New Mexico Indian Affairs Department. Applicants must be Native American high school students enrolled in the 2026-2027 academic year, and reside in New Mexico. Enrollment in a...

The owner of the late Jeffrey Epstein’s New Mexico ranch said Tuesday he bought the property to convert it into a Christian retreat. “It’s really a nothing burger,” Don Huffines, a Texas businessman and politician, said at an event hosted by The...

Taos County has so many properties up for auction in its sale of real property for delinquent property taxes this month that the required legal notices are published in the Taos News in a dedicated 12-page D section. The bulk of the 500-plus...

The Bar Castañeda, at 524 Railroad Ave. has reopened after a brief hiatus under new ownership. The Bar Castañeda, at 524 Railroad Ave. has reopened after a brief hiatus under new ownership. The bar and restaurant at The Castañeda Hotel are open once again with centuries’ old tradition and style.

The University of New Mexico School of Architecture and Planning has been working on three design strategies for revitalization and recovery in the greater Las Vegas area during the current Spring Semester. About twenty students and four faculty members engaged with the school’s Design, Planning and Assistance Center (DPAC) have

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – With the June 2 primary election approaching the 2026 Cibola County ballot has been a soap opera, with candidates being disqualified or…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Early April conditions continue to show limited change in Cibola County’s water outlook, with Bluewater Lake gradually declining, the Rio…

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent Having successfully started their drive-up coffee trailer venture in 2023, Silver City couple Kelly and Dan Greene have now expanded their business into a space that allows them to have both a drive-thru and a cozy indoor space for people to enjoy a cup

GRANTS, N.M. – Continental Divide’s annual membership meeting is this Saturday (April 26) at Grants High School.Continental Divide Board President Keith…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) highlights its Enforcement Watch initiative, a transparency-focused program that provides the public with consi…

President Donald J. Trump has officially weighed in on New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District race, endorsing Republican candidate Greg Cunningham in what is shaping up to be a closely watched contest in southern New Mexico. In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Cunningham’s background and positioned him as a

Several groups of irises made a colorful display along a driveway in East Grand Plains on Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service is predicting a high near 80 de…

BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – While there weren’t confirmed fish catches reported to the Cibola Citizen this week, the Bluewater Lake delivered in wildlife sightings.…

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent During last Thursday’s regular meeting of the Grant County Commission, Gila National Forest staff announced that they have opened the public comment period for the Black Fire Restoration Project, which has been ongoing since shortly after the fire burned 325,000 acres in 2022. Damage

SANTA FE — On Monday, New Mexico’s Environmental Improvement Board — the state’s independent board that reviews and approves environmental rules — approved a proposal …

Sam Bregman What's left of the conservative and moderate wings of the state Democratic party is grasping at the coattails of Sam Bregman who continues a spirited but still long-shot campaign to deprive progressive Deb Haaland of the party's gubernatorial nomination at the June 2 primary election.In campaign fund-raising reports

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - El Malpais National Monument in Grants and El Morro National Monument in Ramah invite Junior Rangers to come learn about history, science…

Filemon Vigil It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dad Filemon Vigil.Dad was a man of great integrity and will be dearly missed he was…

Gary SlaterGary Slater, a dedicated and compassionate individual known for his commitment to caregiving and community service, passed away on March 8, 2026, in…

New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District is rapidly emerging as a top-tier battleground in the 2026 election cycle, as the full Republican House leadership team has now lined up behind candidate Greg Cunningham—a move that underscores growing national attention on the race. In a joint endorsement statement shared by House Speaker

SANTA FE — The Outdoor Recreation Division of the Economic Development Department of New Mexico is investing nearly $6 million to build and enhance more than 355 miles…

A local New Mexico race is now drawing national attention after a decisive Republican victory in Rio Rancho’s mayoral runoff, with some political observers pointing to the results as an early warning sign for Democrats heading into the 2026 midterms. Republican candidate Paul Wymer won the race in commanding fashion,

This week's Athletes of the Week are:Zeth Villasana for the Grants High School Pirate Baseball Team. Villasana scored the winning run against St. Pius two…

Emma Lou (Moore) KingEmma Lou (Moore) King 83 passed away December 10, 2025, in Albuquerque NM.She was born in Montrose Colorado in 1942 to parents Joseph…

Luna Community College will host a Regional Mathematics Convening on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Media Education Center on its campus in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The convening will bring together school district leaders, mathematics educators, Luna faculty, and representatives from the New

Debris removal along the Gallinas River will begin Tuesday, April 14, starting at Mills Bridge and progressing downstream toward Grand Avenue. The work is part of a coordinated effort to improve public safety, restore river flow, and reduce the risk of flooding to adjacent properties following significant debris accumulation during

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent Complaints over food quality and portions led some inmates at the Grant County Detention Center to go on a hunger strike beginning April 3 — and tensions came to a head last Monday afternoon, when inmates of one pod refused to return their lunch

A Roswell doctor’s mission to Warsaw

The city of Roswell’s financial audit results for the 2023-24 fiscal year were presented to the mayor and city council this past week.

It's the issues not making headlines in today's Rio Rancho mayoral run-off election that catch the eye of New Mexicans who may harbor a streak of envy. In that sprawling suburb of of 112,000 souls, ensconced a hop and a skip away from Big Burque, hardly a peep can be

Roswell area residents will be helping the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) paint a picture of the average American's health profile as one of the CDC'…

State Rep. Mark Murphy (R-Roswell) ended his reelection bid on Friday, only hours before the deadline to get his name off the ballot.

The first full round of campaign finance reports in New Mexico’s 2026 race for governor does not show one contest moving along a single track. It shows five different campaigns running on five different financial theories, and once Deb Haaland’s filing is added to the pile, the contrast becomes even

FARMINGTON — A groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of the Sherman Dugan Museum of Geology at the School of Energy. Students, faculty staff and community members …

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SANTA FE — The Mexican wolf has returned to the wild in the state of Durango, Mexico, marking a historic effort nearly 50 years in the making.

Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March, according to the latest consumer price index figures released Friday. Costs jumped 0.9% in March compared to the previous month — that’s up from the 0.3% increase in February. Prices for all

Luna Community College, in partnership with the Workforce Integration Network (WIN), will host the Northeastern New Mexico Health & Career Fair on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Gerald P. Ortega Wellness Center on the Luna campus. This dynamic event will bring together healthcare

Editor The 2025 Kids Count Data Book released this past week, displaying the annual update on how children are faring across the state, and more specifically in San Miguel and Mora Counties. While the state showed improvements in several areas compared to previous years, local communities showed continued struggles in

The University of New Mexico is doubling down on its immigration-related initiatives, launching a new “Immigration Working Group” just as existing university policies already restrict how federal immigration agents can operate on campus. The newly announced group will coordinate resources, messaging, and campus-wide responses to immigration issues, building on earlier

The headquarters of the Republican Party of New Mexico in Albuquerque has once again been targeted—this time in a late-night act of vandalism that party officials are calling the latest example of escalating political hostility. According to party leadership, an object was thrown through a glass window at the GOP’s

A new study showing New Mexicans shouldering the fourth highest tax burden in the nation will be fodder for GOP Guv candidates Duke Rodriguez and Doug Turner. Both have been calling for either eliminating or chipping away at the state's gross receipts tax and personal income tax.If the WalletHub study

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is ramping up early political messaging ahead of the 2026 election cycle, sending what critics would describe as a sky-is-falling fundraising appeal warning that Democrats could lose control of the U.S. Senate—while urging donors to immediately contribute to Sen. Ben Ray Luján’s reelection campaign.

A southeastern New Mexico legislative race took an unexpected turn this week after a first-term Republican lawmaker abruptly withdrew his reelection bid—just hours before the legal deadline—potentially clearing the path for another GOP candidate to secure the seat. According to reporting by the Albuquerque Journal, Rep. Mark Murphy, a Roswell-based

Students from Dexter High School who competed in the SkillsUSA New Mexico Conference in Albuquerque did quite well in the competition, earning multiple gold medals and…

Today in sports, information about the Goddard and NMMI tennis match that took place on Tuesday, and the two local athletes who qualified for the Marilyn Sepulveda Mee…

Essential updates for Roswell’s seniors, gig workers and seasoned filers

The next National Championship Air Races and Air Show will be held Sept. 16-20 at the Roswell Air Center. And this is going to be the second year that Roswell and the …

At its regular meeting Wednesday night (April 8), the Taos Municipal Schools Board of Education voted 3-2 to renew superintendent Antonio Layton Jr.’s contract for one year.

Taos United, in partnership with LOR Foundation and Channel 72, is hosting an event from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday (April 14) to connect volunteers with local service-based organizations.

A local woman has been criminally charged after calling an airline Wednesday morning and making what investigators found to be a false report that her ex-boyfriend was…

LAS CRUCES — New Mexico meat processing businesses may apply for a share of approximately $3 million in state grant funding beginning April 13, the New Mexico Departme…

SANTA FE — On Thursday, District Judge Bryan Biedscheid rejected Meta's motion to postpone the bench trial in State of New Mexico v. Meta Platforms Inc., clearing the …

Mike Campbell, band director for the West Las Vegas Dons, also plays drums for the New Mexico Highlands University Jazz Band. He’s pictured here during a Tuesday night rehearsal at the university’s music building. The jazz band will have its spring semester concert on April 16 at 6 p.m. at

SANTA FE — Median family income in New Mexico grew faster than in any other state in 2024, child poverty fell by the largest margin in the nation and kindergarten read…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Wildlife urges outdoor recreationists to remain cautious following two separate incidents involving unusually aggressive wildli…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Hispanic Access Foundation announced on Thursday the 2026 dates for the 12th annual Latino Conservation Week (LCW) to take place Sept. 12-20. LC…

SANTA FE — New Mexico passed an independent audit of its fiscal year 2025 (FY25) finances with no significant findings, confirming that the state accurately and transp…

Front page of the April 8, 1899 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Las Vegas will soon have a street car system in operation of which the citizens may well feel proud. Manager William A. Buddocke has the utmost confidence in the future of the community and within less than

A student at Taos Middle School was found in possession of parts of what appeared to be a weapon during school hours on Wednesday, prompting the response of school officials and the Taos Police Department. According to a statement from Taos...

The Chevron Questa Mine closed in 2014 but the oil giant’s presence in Questa persists. Nearly 100 years of molybdenum mining produced quantities of waste that will likely take decades to clean up, and a 2017 consent decree between Chevron Mining...

Las Vegan Jim Terr was living on the West Coast in 1974 when he first heard about the human-potential seminar, EST, and the following year began a deep dive into the controversial human development program which lasted until the early 1980s. The seminar was experienced by over one million people.

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. A 40-year-old man is facing multiple criminal charges for allegedly forcing his teen daughter to engage in sexual acts with him several times during the past four years. Prosecutors charged Paul

University of Texas at El Paso is moving forward with plans to establish a law school—an effort that could have major ripple effects across the border in southern New Mexico, where a severe shortage of attorneys is already straining the justice system. The university recently announced a $5 million contribution

Rep. Dow (Eddie Moore, Journal)Don't believe the optimists. It can always get worse. Case in point is the latest downer development for state Republicans. State Rep. Rebecca Dow, one of the leading lights left in the beleaguered minority party, flubbed the petition process for her re-election bid and has been

Jon Sandoval, who offers free FlingGolf clinics, poses with a FlingStick used to play the game on Monday at the Gene Torres Golf Course. Jon Sandoval, who offers free FlingGolf clinics, poses with a FlingStick used to play the game on Monday at the Gene Torres Golf Course. A sport

James Kurui is working on a project headed by Highlands Chemistry Chair Dr. Nabanita Saikia, an assistant professor of physical/computational chemistry. James Kurui is working on a project headed by Highlands Chemistry Chair Dr. Nabanita Saikia, an assistant professor of physical/computational chemistry. New Mexico Highlands University sophomore James Kurui has

Before this latest world crisis is over New Mexicans may have to be treated for a guilt complex. The rising cost of oil--trading at around $100 a barrel--is going to contribute untold millions in royalties to already bulging state coffers, if the price stays anywhere near that level. Add in

A New Mexico judge has removed Republican state Rep. Rebecca Dow, the House Republicans’ caucus chair, from the June primary ballot following a legal challenge filed by her former Democrat opponent—an outcome critics say highlights growing concerns about partisan tactics being used to reshape the state’s political landscape. The ruling

Over the objections of local and federal officials, two federal agencies on April 6, 2026, officially announced the reversal of a mining ban on nearly 165,000 federal acres in the Upper Pecos watershed. Over the objections of local and federal officials, two federal agencies on April 6, 2026, officially announced

New Mexico Republicans will have their hopes dashed if they expect independent voters to start bumping their numbers. Despite being allowed for the first time to vote in primary elections, a majority of the independents will likely choose to vote in the Democratic primary. That's the conclusion of our political

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 31 and April 6, 2026: Lorena Gallegos, Aggravated Battery (Deadly Weapon) - Attempt, Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor, APO Arrest Order (Three Counts). Richard Daniel Conway, Escape From a Community Custody Release Program -

As construction begins on a taxpayer-funded abortion facility in southern New Mexico, pro-life organizations across the state are mobilizing in what they describe as a historic show of unity. A newly formed coalition of pro-life leaders announced plans to gather on April 10 in Albuquerque, bringing together organizations from across

Ya’ gotta break a few eggs Stone Elementary students learn STEM theory, practice with egg drop event Andy Brosig/News-Sun To the accompaniment of many cheers, a few groans and a good number of kerplunks, thuds and splats, students at Stone Elementary in Hobbs got a first-hand lesson in Science, Technology,

That competitive contest for the Democratic nomination for Secretary of State is getting front-paged as opponents of Santa Fe County Clerk Katharine Clark try to tie her in legal knots by claiming that she has violated the law by repeatedly posting early and absentee election results before the official closing

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is facing renewed scrutiny after traveling outside his district to attack a federal immigration detention facility in El Paso—a move critics say underscores his consistently open-borders posture and ongoing efforts to undermine immigration enforcement across the region. Vasquez conducted what he described as a “Congressional Oversight”

New Mexico forestry officials banned prescribed burns, fireworks, campfires, smoking or burning excess gas produced in oil and gas extraction on state lands starting April 6, 2026, due to the state’s wildfire risk. New Mexico forestry officials banned prescribed burns, fireworks, campfires, smoking or burning excess gas produced in oil

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico announced this week that federal prosecutors filed more than 170 immigration-related criminal charges in a one-week period, highlighting the scale of ongoing enforcement along the southern border and in newly designated federal security zones in the state. According to

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Front page of the April 2, 1900 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the April 2, 1900 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Santa Fe, N.M., (AP) Unless residents of Springer change their present sentiments, it appeared today, the district highway shops are likely to remain in

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is now publicly expressing support for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents who have faced delayed paychecks during the recent federal funding fight — despite criticism that he previously voted against funding measures for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes TSA. In a recent social media

The struggles of the Samaritan House, which recently closed due to lack of funding, has achieved international attention after a group of United World College students organized a fashion show to benefit the homeless shelter. The student-led fashion show –featuring items from the Samaritan House’s thrift store modeled by UWC

Image generated by Gemini Image generated by Gemini Wildland-urban interface (WUI) fires create significantly more toxic air pollution than standard forest fires, pushing severe public health crises deep into neighboring metropolitan areas. The environmental landscape of 2026 presents an escalating reality for individuals building homes where natural terrain meets development.

Some engineers build careers chasing titles. Raja Koduri built a career building things that actually worked, at a scale most engineers never get near. Born in Kovvur, Andhra Pradesh, India, Koduri earned his undergraduate degree in electronics and communications from Andhra University, then went on to complete a Master of

Artificial intelligence has no shortage of enthusiasts. What it has lacked, for a long time, is people willing to get into the operational details and make it actually function inside a real business. That gap is exactly where Jeff Shi has built his work. Based in Oro Valley, Arizona, Shi

Vincenzo Padilla, left, a 13-year-old seventh grader at Memorial Middle School, and Donovan Gonzales, a 14-year-old eighth grader at MMS, help care for trout at Robertson High School on March 20. Vincenzo Padilla, left, a 13-year-old seventh grader at Memorial Middle School, and Donovan Gonzales, a 14-year-old eighth grader at

Police have charged two men with murder following two separate homicides in San Miguel County within 24 hours of each other. Police in Colorado arrested 33-year-old Jaime Gilbert Martinez on Monday following a lengthy standoff at a home near Denver, according to authorities in Colorado. Martinez faces a charge of

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver issued a sharply worded statement this week attacking President Donald Trump’s new executive order aimed at tightening election security, joining a growing list of Democrat officials nationwide threatening lawsuits over the move. The executive order, signed this week, seeks to create a

Friday-Saturday, March 27-28 *Enormous All-Church Yard Sale – 7 a.m.-3 p.m. daily, Living...Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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