A Chaparral woman, Landy Carrejo, has been indicted on two counts of human trafficking after her daughters alleged she took them to an El Paso man who sexually abused them in exchange for money. Prosecutors are seeking to detain her without bail. The alleged abuse occurred over several years while

A major hurricane off Mexico may not hit New Mexico directly, but its moisture could still spark storms early next week.

Actor Timothy Busfield will be in a New Mexico courtroom Friday to ask a judge to dismiss a grand jury indictment tied to sex abuse charges. The post Actor Timothy Busfield to appear in court to ask judge to dismiss indictment appeared first on KOB 4 .

LAS CRUCES – A fire damaged a small structure in the 800 block of West Organ Avenue on Wednesday, September 16, according to the Las The post Fire Damages Structure on West Organ Avenue in Las Cruces appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

The New Mexico Comic Expo is happening Sept. 26-27 at the Marriott hotel on Louisiana Boulevard in Albuquerque. The post New Mexico Comic Expo set for Sept. 26-27 in Albuquerque appeared first on KOB 4 .

Bob Moore, El Paso Matters President and CEO, covers top stories each week.

The Town of Silver City is seeking public input as it develops an Active Transportation Plan focused on making walking, […]

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A fast start was not enough for East Mountain on Thursday afternoon, as brief defensive lapses proved costly in a 4-3 loss to Sandia Prep at the Mesa Del Sol soccer complex. The Timberwolves surged to an early 2-0 advantage behind goals from Joshua Sanchez and Zavier

Staff Reports Gallup Police are asking for the public’s help in finding a missing 34-year-old. Pernell Manuelito-Dennison is a 6′ tall Diné man who weighs about 150 pounds. He has brown eyes and brown hair. Manuelito-Dennison was last seen on Sept. 18 leaving a detox facility in Albuquerque. His clothing

Flash flooding damaged an estimated 25 homes in the Hondo and Lincoln areas, prompting widespread emergency response from local fire departments, the sheriff’s office and road crews. No deaths were reported, but a sinkhole trapped one resident in Salazar Canyon. An evacuation shelter remains open, while Historic Lincoln and roads

Sadie Belle Cisco, of Vanderwagen, NM died Sept. 17. She was 77. She was born in Zuni, N.M. on March 19, 1949. She was born into the Sleep Rock People Clan (Tsénahabiłnii), born for The Towering House People Clan (Kinyaa’áanii). Sadie was preceded in death by her parents Donald Yazzie,

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Make-A-Wish New Mexico's wish room now has a new name. Each year at their annual gala, Make-A-Wish auctions off the naming rights to the wish room. The business who wins gets to pick a wish child and name it after them. This year, Otero Brothers Roofing

CLOVIS, NM – Curry County District and Magistrate Courts are on 2-Hour Delay this morning...

Friday's Top Stories Friday's Five Facts [1] ABQ man accused of assaulting tow truck driver to stay behind bars during trial -According to police, a tow truck driver was with his girlfriend at Tower Park last month, waiting for his next call, when he noticed a laser being pointed at

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Tasia Fortune was apparently killed in a drug dispute before her body was hung in a tree in a “staged” lynching behind an abandoned home in the Mississippi capital this summer, a detective testified Friday. Fortune was killed in a disagreement about drugs, and she fought

A Santa Fe County jury found the social media giant lied to consumers about how their personal information was handled by the company and thir…

Jaca is an award-winning clarinet/guitar duo that combines world music, virtuosity, and humor to bring an adventurous, passionate and completely original musical style to the stage. The post Clarinet and Guitar duo to perform at Cavern Theater appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

As physicians continue to navigate care for patients with complex pregnancies in states with abortion bans, a group of maternal-fetal medicine specialists has developed new guidelines to help providers in those states navigate legal risks for themselves and medical challenges for their high-risk patients. Maternal-fetal medicine specialists handle some of

The intention was to create a process by which county staff could go to a property owner and require that weeds deemed a “nuisance” be removed to prevent wildfire danger, road obstruction or any other hazard. The post Eddy County Approves Weed Ordinance With Property Cleanups and Fines appeared first

Mora County commissioners are asking the state for help with an emergency disaster declaration after major flooding hit communities there. The post Mora County files emergency disaster declaration after flooding appeared first on KOB 4 .

One person is recovering after a fire broke out Thursday afternoon at an auto shop near Central Avenue in Albuquerque. The post Fire at auto shop leaves 1 injured in Albuquerque appeared first on KOB 4 .

Adrian “Ace” G. Freeland, of Crownpoint, N.M. died Sept. 13. He was 41. He was born in Crownpoint on July 6, 1985. He was born into the Tangle People Clan, maternal grandparents Sleep Rock People Clan, born for Santo Domingo Pueblo and paternal grandparents Santo Domingo Pueblo. Adrian was preceded

Freddie Holiday, Sr., of Gallup, died Sept. 7. He was 75. He was born in Navajo Mountain, Ariz., on May 9, 1951. He was born into the Bitter Water People Clan (Tódích’íí’nii) and born for the Folded Arm People Clan (Bit’ahnii). Freddie was preceded in death by his parents Keith

Socks was surrendered by her owner. This was a very hard decision for any owner to make; her owner wanted the best for her, hoping Socks would find a loving, forever home where she would be loved and cared for. Socks is two-years-old, spayed, and will come fully vaccinated. She’s

By Glenn Kay, For the Sun Rating: 3.5 out of 4 Running Time: 110 minutes This feature film from A24 opens exclusively in cinemas on Friday, September 25. Many out there will likely be familiar with the show Dateline NBC, which began in 1992 as a news magazine show before

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) After much traveling this year, you’re due for some settled time with family and friends. Use this period to check out situations that will soon require a lot of serious decision making. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Keep your keen Bovine mind focused

Staff Reports An ethics complaint filed with the State Ethics Commission accuses New Mexico State Sen. George Muñoz, D-Gallup, and three Department of Transportation officials of misconduct. Attorney Jacob Candelaria, a former state senator, filed the complaint on Sept. 11, alleging that Muñoz used the power of his office to

Staff Reports Following complaints from students and staff regarding extreme classroom heat during the first weeks of school, Gallup-McKinley County Schools officials released a Sept. 10 statement detailing immediate relief measures and long-term infrastructure plans. District leadership first learned of temperature issues at Gallup High School during the opening week

Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume talks on its nuclear program in seven days if the United States lifts its naval blockade, waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales and observes a ceasefire that would include Lebanon. Iran’s foreign minister detailed the proposal to reporters outside

I do know that altruism isn’t even about the other person. It is about living with God. To act solely on the premise that your actions affect either just yourself or somebody else misses the point entirely. The post Javier Sanchez: A case for altruism appeared first on Carlsbad Current

For more than 35 years, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has surveyed American high school students every two years about their health and behavior. The Youth Risk Behavior Survey, established in 1991, draws a nationally representative sample of students in grades 9 through 12 at public and

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration Thursday made an emergency appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court to allow for rapid third-country deportations of noncitizens to continue, after an appeals court blocked the policy last week. In a brief, U.S. Solicitor General D. John Sauer asked the high court to temporarily halt

Rio Grande flows remain too low to restart the city's surface-water plant as officials urge residents to continue conserving

Alamogordo will pursue “substantive discussions” with local government entities on the future of Bonito Lake. The post Alamogordo will develop plan for Bonito Lake appeared first on Ruidoso News .

A collection of arrests and reports from the week of Sept. 13-19 in the Ruidoso area. The post Ruidoso police blotter: Sept. 13-19 appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Veronica Moreno Ramirez, 47, has pleaded no contest to battery on a peace officer and disorderly conduct, according to a plea agreement. The post Woman who threatened to shoot up bar takes plea appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Galaxy and Pop Rocks are wonderful individually and absolutely delightful when they’re playing together. Their are ready to bring joy to future families. The post Pet(s) of the Week: Galaxy & Pop Rocks appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Tina Cordova, co-founder of the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium, and Lois Lipman, the documentary's producer, will attend the screenings at the Fountain Theatre.

MONTGOMERY, Alabama (AP) — President Donald Trump vowed to campaign in 35 of the most competitive battleground districts in the final sprint to November’s midterm elections. Instead, he will begin October by stumping in Alabama and Oklahoma, two of the most Republican states in the nation. His events are sure

A new report on Charlie Kirk’s assassination says his Turning Point USA organization insisted he speak outdoors despite security concerns, while the university where he was killed didn’t properly assess dangers such as the possibility of a rooftop shooter. Those were among the key findings in an after-action report released

WASHINGTON (AP) — A panel of appeals court judges appeared to be divided Friday on whether to reverse or uphold an order for the Trump administration to facilitate the return of dozens of Venezuelan migrants who were deported from the U.S. to a notorious prison in El Salvador last year.

Finals, worth $1.2 million, will be held Sunday, Oct. 11 at Albuquerque Downs

Kirtland Central's Danley Triplett (16) looks to gain possession of a loose ball while Navajo Prep's Kymber Yazzie (2) and Nihatalia Austin (16) chase during a girls soccer match, Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026 at Bill Cawood Field. (Kallan Pablo/Special to The Tri-City Record)Kallan Pablo KIRTLAND – A goal apiece in

WASHINGTON (AP) — Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping have wrapped up a three-day Washington summit that was heavy on pomp but light on substance. The U.S. president delighted in the personal rapport he says he’s built with Xi, while the Chinese leader emphasized the two sides “must hold the

Artesia received 4.4 inches of rain over three days, bringing 2026 precipitation at the NMSU Agricultural Sciences Center to 11.6 inches. Eddy County remains under a flash flood watch through Saturday night as heavy rain continues across southeastern New Mexico. Despite the weather, the Red Dirt Black Gold Festival is

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Isolated to scattered morning rain is once again present with a few storms present accompanied by some localized flooding. Damp conditions are once again present as most are starting off close to average, slightly cooler than yesterday morning for most. Northern areas are mostly ranging from

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he has asked U.S. President Donald Trump to urge China to influence Russia to ends its invasion of Ukraine. Zelenskyy met Trump in the United States this week. The Ukrainian leader says he expects feedback on Trump’s talks with China’s President Xi Jinping. NATO countries

A New Mexico jury on Friday found Facebook liable for deceiving users about privacy protections on the platform in the latest legal setback against the social media giant that has already cost it billions of dollars. The jury found over 43 million violations of state consumer protection law and it

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico jury has found Facebook liable of deceiving users about privacy protections on the social media platform.

(Photo by Derek Medina/House of Medina Images) The Española Valley High School Lady Sundevils congratulate the Capital High School Lady Jaguars after their 3-1 victory Sept. 21 at Edward Medina Gymnasium.

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. Española Public Library The Española Public Library will host a Dungeons and Dragons Experience from 3-7 p.m. Friday (9/25). Whether you’re brand new or curious

The Artesia City Council delayed voting on proposed golf cart and recreational off-highway vehicle ordinances after residents questioned safety requirements and age limits, including an 18-year-old minimum for drivers and 12 for passengers. Councilors will continue discussions before a potential November vote. They also approved rezoning three lots near 13th

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s vaccine recommendation process has been blown up in the past year, and decision-making has ground to a halt. Efforts by vaccine-wary officials in President Donald Trump's administration to scale back shot recommendations have been put on hold. Federal guidance on new vaccines has

Protecting tributaries like the Little Badger Wash on his land is part of the larger stewardship of the Colorado River, Alastair Lee Bitsóí (Diné) writes. (Photo courtesy Alastair Lee Bitsóí) Between the September monsoon storms, I waited for a clear stretch of weather before walking into the dry wash that

In the latest twist in Anthropic’s dispute with the Pentagon, a federal appeals court on Friday rejected the artificial intelligence lab’s challenge to the government’s labeling of it as a supply chain risk. The decision allows the Pentagon to continue to remove Anthropic’s Claude models from its systems and bar

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey ’s Democratic lieutenant governor resigned Friday, pushed out by the state’s governor after less than a year in office over accusations of ethics lapses and inappropriate behavior with women. Gov. Mikie Sherrill, also a Democrat, had given Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell until Friday to

El Nino conditions cause unusual weather around the world

Some hard-liners want to continue or escalate the war

Hozho Academy’s Cody Dooley hauls in a pass in the end zone over a pair of Shiprock defenders to complete a 2-point conversion attempt during the second quarter of a game, Friday, Sept. 11, 2026 at Chieftain Stadium. (Cyndi Frank/Special to the Tri-City Record)Cyndi Frank FARMINGTON – The high school

City code enforcement is set to issue violation notices to the owner, linked to an address in Mission Viejo, Calif., in the next day or two.

Oracle sent a notice of “force majeure” to a developer, seeking to release itself from liability if the data center is not online by 2028.

SFNE NEWS RELEASE The Frijoles Fire is 15,956 acres, 90% contained, with 32 personnel assigned. Crews are minimizing heavy vehicle and equipment traffic on saturated roads to avoid causing additional road damage and complicating future repair work. Using UTVs, crews assess culverts, Forest roads and drainage features, with particular attention

The Supreme Court is seen on the morning after the conservative majority sided with the Trump administration in a case over President Donald Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) NEW YORK – The Supreme Court is allowing

The Trump administration on Friday appeared to ramp up its use of U.S. government-funded political advertisements promoting President Donald Trump, airing its second TV ad in three days while expanding its spending on the first to at least $443,000. The White House maintains the ads are “public service announcements” like

NEW YORK (AP) — The Supreme Court on Friday lifted restrictions on a controversial federal voter database before November’s elections, granting President Donald Trump a temporary win in his aggressive campaign against noncitizen voting. The court’s three liberal-leaning justices publicly dissented from the decision. The emergency order allows states, for

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Police are investigating suspected hazing after about 30 partially-clothed young men covered in food, condiments and other liquids were found in the basement of a fraternity house near the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus this week. Madison police said some of the men, who they described as

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — The powerful nor’easter headed to New England intensified Friday, generating storm-force winds and creating massive waves along the East Coast that forecasters warned could create dangerous conditions through the weekend. Millions of people were under warnings associated with the storm, which has already canceled concerts and

Federal policy changes blur forest thinning vs. logging In recent months, the look of the forest along and around N.M. 518 near Taos has changed, as implementation of the Carson National Forest’s McGaffey Forest and Rio Grande del Rancho...

PNM offers free home energy checkups to help customers identify ways to improve energy efficiency and lower their electric bills.

The contrasting receptions for the two projects echo divisions cropping up in communities around the country.

Heidi Overton provided few clear answers on whether she’ll resist political interference from President Donald Trump.

HILO, Hawaii (AP) — People on Hawaii’s Big Island are preparing for another potentially life-threatening and catastrophic storm as Hurricane Nolo is expected to bring flash floods and extreme surf as it churns just south of the islands through the weekend. Nolo was expected to strengthen to a major hurricane

The U.S. network video pool for the White House was back in operation Friday, for the first time since President Donald Trump banned three news outlets in an extraordinary showdown over media access. At noon on CNN, viewers could see Trump and President Xi Jinping touring the National Archives, along

The names range “from a former Executive Director of the state Democratic Party to a family of lobbyists married to legislators.”

The initiative is part of the Rural Health Transformation Program created by the 2025 federal budget reconciliation bill.

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume talks on its nuclear program in seven days if the United States lifts its naval blockade of Iranian ports, waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales and observes a ceasefire that would include Lebanon. Iranian Foreign

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Volkswagen Group said Friday it is recalling 2.86 million Volkswagen and Audi branded vehicles as a precautionary measure over a screw whose failure could cause a loss of steering. The affected vehicles are Volkswagen Tiguan, Touran, Golf, Golf Variant and Caddy models built between September 2013

The Red Dirt Black Gold Festival returns to downtown Artesia with two days of live music, food trucks, vendors, craft beer and family activities. Friday features New Mexico Heritage Night, while Saturday brings country performers, a kids’ zone, oil field food cook-off and cornhole tournament. Tickets range from free youth

As summer transitions to fall, anglers are finding productive conditions across New Mexico. Reports highlight excellent walleye and bass action at Conchas and Abiquiu lakes, strong trout fishing at Red River, Alto Lake and the Rio Grande, and good tiger muskie fishing at Bluewater Lake. Conditions vary elsewhere, with fair

Southeast New Mexico College and the Southeast New Mexico Homeschool Hub are bringing Shannonogons Circus Camp to the Cavern City Renaissance Festival. Fourteen young performers will showcase clowning, movement, balance and circus skills at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Bandshell Stage. Visitors can also meet SENMC theater students

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland campaigned in Carlsbad, calling for limits on oil drilling on public lands while supporting a sustainable energy future. She also discussed nuclear waste shipments to WIPP and proposed a moratorium on artificial intelligence data centers. Republican opponent Gregg Hull criticized Haaland over campaign donations from

PRAGUE (AP) — Five cheetah cubs had to survive a weather scare and the illness of their mother after their birth at the Prague Zoo. But they are doing well now, the zoo said on Friday. The zoo said the quintuplets — four males and one female — that were

The Supreme Court on Friday lifted restrictions on a controversial federal voter database before November’s elections, granting President Donald Trump a temporary win in his aggressive campaign against noncitizen voting. Meanwhile, Trump is taking Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit the National Archives on Friday, showing off the sacred texts

The second annual Tiger Pond Fishing Derby in Aztec on Saturday, Sept. 26, will coincide with New Mexico’s Free Fishing Weekend across the state. No licenses are required, but bag and possession limits will still apply. See details below. Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file Farmington Friday, Sept. 25 Balloon Glow 2026,

The U.S.-created Board of Peace has said the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees has no place in Gaza. But behind the scenes, the board has spoken with UNRWA about providing services under the fragile ceasefire. That's according to Philippe Lazzarini, the agency’s most recent chief, who spoke to The Associated

Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers trapped and killed animal day following attack

Foliage draws visitors to Silverton, providing a boost to the town’s economy

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday that he asked U.S. President Donald Trump to press China’s leader to use Beijing’s influence over Moscow in a diplomatic effort to get Russia to end its 4½-yearlong invasion of Ukraine. Zelenskyy told reporters he has not yet received feedback

NEW YORK (AP) — Some of the loudest cheers for Sen. Ted Cruz at the Republicans’ recent midterm convention in Dallas came after the Texas politician targeted Muslim Americans and their faith’s religious code. “Sharia law has no place in America,” said Cruz. “We need to stand together and stop

San Juan County Commission approves outdoor recreation grant application

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Lawmakers in Washington grilled President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Food and Drug Administration. Gallup native and University of New Mexico-trained Dr. Heidi Overton went before lawmakers during a confirmation hearing on Thursday, fielding questions about abortion and vaccines. "Dr. Overton, this committee needs to

KOB 4 set its governor debate for Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. after months of campaign talks. The post Deb Haaland declines any New Mexico governor debate appeared first on KOB 4 .

In this Kenny's Got the Score, we're talking about the women's Lobo basketball team's first practice that was open to the media. The post Kenny’s Got the Score | Sept. 24 appeared first on KOB 4 .

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Brooklyn got a little spicier Thursday. Two New Mexico natives hosted a traditional chile roast in the Big Apple, bringing the state's unique flavor across the country. All the familiar smells and sounds dearly loved by New Mexicans were delivered to New York City. Albuquerque native

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- An unruly bus rider who allegedly caused a bus to crash on Interstate 10 near Mesquite on Thursday, Sept. 24, was identified. According to jail records, Aroni Diaz was arrested by New Mexico State Police and charged with aggravated assault and battery. Shortly before 7

Practice report: Notes, quotes as Lobos prepare for rival New Mexico State abqjournal.com

Lt. governor candidates clash over affordability, data centers abqjournal.com

New Mexico and other states are demanding action from Congress

CARLSBAD, N.M. (KRQE) – Carlsbad police are on the lookout for two suspects in an armed robbery and are asking the public for help. Officers responded to the scene on Prospect Street on September 18 following an armed robbery, in which the suspects, two males and one female, held a

Former state lawmaker federally charged in housing fund embezzlement scheme abqjournal.com

NM Tourism Department rejects use of AI in their advertising

Democratic lawmakers want answers about whether a $750 million sterile fly facility in Texas faced delays after USDA spent six months considering a $25 million proposal from an alleged Trump-tied firm. The post NM lawmakers raise questions on reported attempt to award key USDA facility contract to ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ firm

Albuquerque – Around 1:30 PM, officers with the Albuquerque Police Department and Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash near Central Ave and Texas St. The vehicle involved in the crash reportedly fled the scene. While officers were en route, they were advised that a bystander was performing CPR

Albuquerque – On September 24th, 2026, officers from the University Area Command were patrolling the area when they observed a man passed out in a vehicle near Yale and Gold. That man was identified as 36-year-old Trenton Harger of Albuquerque. According to the criminal complaint, an officer approached the vehicle,

Staff Reports WINIDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The Resources and Development Committee received a quarterly report from the Navajo Housing Authority on efforts to provide affordable housing and housing services for Navajo families and communities on Sept. 21. NHA Interim Chief Executive Officer Nellie Gilmore, NHA Chief Operations Officer Ernest Franklin

When Bella Yazzie walked across the stage to graduate from Farmington High School this spring, she already had two associates degrees from San Juan College and a full-ride scholarship to the University of Southern California.

It’s not just about the chile and cheese. The Chile Cheese Festival is about bringing the community together in downtown Roswell. It’s about c…

Voters will be presented with four state constitutional amendments and three general obligation bonds, as well as state and federal office run…

A $2.2 million investment through the state’s Outdoor Equity Fund (OEF) will connect more than 17,000 youth to 54 outdoor programs that suppor…

A New Mexico jury found Facebook willfully violated state law and committed more than 43 million unfair and deceptive trade practices involving user data. The verdict follows the state’s 2021 lawsuit after the Cambridge Analytica scandal. A judge will determine damages, with attorneys seeking the maximum $5,000 per violation. Meta

Thursday’s matchup between the Ruidoso and Alamogordo volleyball teams proved to be an even match, as it took the Tigers five games to win. The post Tigers volleyball wins in five over Ruidoso appeared first on Alamogordo News .

Sam Chavez, 36, and Daniella Samaniego, 33, were being sought in connection with the theft of a custom minibike from a home in the 2700 block of Prospect Street, according to a news release from the Carlsbad Police Department. The post Man, woman sought in Carlsbad armed minibike theft appeared

Lincoln County Undersheriff Alex Trujillo estimated 25 homes have been damaged, and no deaths have been reported as of 10 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 25. Glencoe, Hondo and the Lincoln fire departments, along with the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, have been moving from property-to-property checking for damages and anyone still

Heavy rains and flooding near Clovis canceled Friday night’s homecoming football game against Carlsbad, after nearly 14 inches of rain fell and prevented the Wildcats from traveling. The matchup was rescheduled for Saturday at 6 p.m. at Ralph Bowyer Cavemen Stadium, followed by Carlsbad High School’s homecoming dance at 9:30

A New Mexico jury on Friday found Facebook willfully violated state law and engaged in unfair and deceptive trade practices regarding collection of user data, misinformation and hate speech on the platform and preferential treatment for government figures.

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez urged top congressional leaders in a letter sent Thursday for immediate regulation of the artificial intelligence industry after an OpenAI program went rogue and attempted to hack into the University of New Mexico’s digital library.

The U.S. Department of Education’s suspension this year of a comprehensive monitoring process puts billions of K-12 dollars at heightened risk of undetected waste, fraud and abuse, according to a new report by the nonpartisan U.S. Government Accountability Office. The congressional watchdog’s report also raised concerns about the reliability of

WASHINGTON — An appeals panel Friday seemed inclined to agree that more than 100 Venezuelan men the Trump administration sent to a brutal prison in El Salvador are entitled to due process hearings to challenge their removal, which was made under an archaic 18th-century wartime law. Arguing on behalf of

While the top of the Nov. 3 ballot will bring new leadership to New Mexico, one of the constitutional amendments at the end of the ballot could transform the state Legislature by granting lawmakers salaries for the first time in the state’s history.

Commission cites LEA90 filings, alleged violations of conduct By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Instead of arguing amongst themselves, the Luna Cou...

Police and school officials are investigating an incident that happened at Highland Middle School in Hobbs on Friday.

A jury has reached a verdict in the trial over Facebook's alleged failure to protect users from a third-party quiz that harvested data from 87 million profiles.

Some parts of New Mexico saw more than a foot of rain over the last few days. See the full list here.

Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull will not face each other in a televised debate for Governor ahead of Election Day.

Democrat Stephanie Garcia Richard and Republican David Gallegos faced off in their first live debate of the 2026 general election campaign.

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A New Mexico jury has reached a verdict in a decade-old scandal surrounding what Facebook did with its users’ personal information. On Friday, the jury ruled that Meta misled state residents in a case related to Cambridge Analytica and access to Facebook. User data was not

HOBBS, N.M. (KRQE) – KRQE News is working to learn more about an incident at Hobbs Middle School Friday morning that left a teacher "brutally injured." Details are limited, but according to Kristy Hughes, Engagement and Strategic Communications Director with Hobbs School District, the teacher is in stable condition, and

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque Police officers are investigating a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian in Southeast Albuquerque. Officers responded to the crash at 1:30 p.m. in the area of Central Avenue and Texas Street. The pedestrian was found dead at the scene, police said. No other information

CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – Heavy rainfall and flooding have impacted the City of Clovis, forcing the closure of some roads Friday morning and flooding some homes, according to Mayor Mike Morris. "This morning, we are assessing conditions throughout the community. We know several homes have experienced flooding, our playas and

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — Breaking Bad Habits is partnering with a local nonprofit for their community volunteer day. Now in its fifth year, Imagine ABQ Day will be this Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. The event brings volunteers together to clean up neighborhoods and complete beautification projects. During

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The City of Albuquerque said they have been working to find new ways to engage teens and create more opportunities for young people to connect with their communities. The Department of Youth & Family Services (YFS) has stepped up and now over 3,000 teens are taking

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is almost here. With thousands of visitors traveling throughout the city to watch the balloons fly high in the sky, the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) and the I-25 improvement project team are working to keep traffic moving safely through

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After a week of much-needed rain and with temperatures beginning to cool, the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Authority is reminding customers to give their sprinklers a break. The Water Authority’s seasonal watering recommendations encourage residents to water their lawns no more than two days per week

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Shakespeare Festival is bringing "Macbeth" to the stage at the Keshet Dance Center from October 9 - November 1. Set in the mid-1800s Macbeth takes audiences into the dangers of ambition and the terror of tyranny. The story follows a celebrated general whose

A student was shot and killed near Westbury High School in southwest Houston on Friday, Houston police said.

Singer and songwriter Peter Byrne, the lead singer of the English new wave/synth-pop band Naked Eyes, has passed away. He was 74.

Irish rockers U2 will release their first full-length album of new material in nine years — the 12-track “Carnaval De Luz,” which will feature a song with Dolly Parton.

A couple is suing an Oregon hospital for $10 million after they were allegedly forced to drive home with the body of their dead infant son.

From live music to food specials and fundraisers, Nashville is celebrating the first-ever Dolly Parton Day on Friday.

Arch Naramore, who mounted a primary challenge to GOP Sen. Roger Marshall (Kan.) earlier this year, endorsed the senator’s Democratic opponent on Thursday.

Hillsborough County leads in the number of Florida dengue cases by a massive margin.

TIJERAS, N.M. (KRQE) — The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands is looking to hire seasonal employees ahead of winter. Employees will help with maintaining and improving campgrounds, trails and recreation sites and facilities, according to Cibola National Forest. "Archeologist seasonal positions offer meaningful work, hands-on experience, and the chance

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Nearly 900 student households in Grant and Hidalgo counties now have access to high-speed internet following the completion of two state-funded broadband projects. Transworld Network LLC (TWN Communications) has completed Student Connect broadband infrastructure projects in Silver City and Lordsburg. The provider finished building seven fixed

New Mexico Department of Transportation detailed how they will handle traffic and construction on Interstate 25 during Albuquerque's Balloon Fiesta. The post How will I-25 traffic and construction be during Balloon Fiesta? appeared first on KOB 4 .

Police are investigating a crash where a vehicle struck and killed a person Friday afternoon in southeast Albuquerque. The post APD: 1 dead in crash in southeast Albuquerque appeared first on KOB 4 .

From screwworm to PNM meters racking up big bills and what the state is doing about it to other happenings, here's an Eye on New Mexico. The post Eye on New Mexico: Sept. 25, 2026 appeared first on KOB 4 .

A suspect is in custody after police responded to an incident involving a Highland Middle School staff member Friday. The post Hobbs police take suspect into custody after incident at Highland Middle School appeared first on KOB 4 .

A New Mexico jury has found Facebook liable of deceiving users about privacy protections on the social media platform. The verdict arrived Friday, the latest legal setback that has already cost the company billions of dollars. It is now up to the judge to determine how much the company would

A federal appeals court has rejected Anthropic's challenge to the Pentagon's labeling of it as a supply chain risk. The decision, made by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit on Friday, allows the Pentagon to remove Anthropic's Claude models from its systems. The dispute began

Warehouse 505 and X Studio (Explora) are set to host a free hardcore version of Battle of the Bands in downtown Albuquerque. The post Free hardcore youth Battle of the Bands set for Friday in Albuquerque appeared first on KOB 4 .

The Supreme Court is allowing states to resume using a controversial federal tool to check voter eligibility before the November elections. The emergency ruling lifts a lower court’s restrictions for now on the Trump administration's revamped version of the program, called Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements, or SAVE. The Department

Millions of uneaten school meals in the Albuquerque metro will soon nourish local soils instead of going to landfills. The post APS touts food waste diversion initiative appeared first on KOB 4 .

New Mexico United head coach Dennis Sanchez is staying put as the club signed him to a 2-year contract extension. The post New Mexico United extends contract with head coach appeared first on KOB 4 .

It's Dolly Day – 9/25, nine-to-five to celebrate Dolly Parton – and a popular Albuquerque country saloon and dance hall is celebrating her. The post Dirty Bourbon to host Dolly Night in honor of 9/25 appeared first on KOB 4 .

Cibola National Forest managers are planning prescribed burns this fall and winter in various parts of New Mexico. The post Prescribed burns planned for New Mexico forests appeared first on KOB 4 .

Rain will persist Friday and fully move out by Saturday after the last week has brought significant rainfall to New Mexico. The post Rain continues Friday before drier weekend in New Mexico appeared first on KOB 4 .

Thursday’s matchup between the Ruidoso and Alamogordo volleyball teams proved to be an even match, as it took the Tigers five games to win. The post Tigers volleyball wins in five over Ruidoso appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Emergency responders in Lincoln County were out in full force in the Lincoln and Hondo areas after damaging flooding the night before. Lincoln County Undersheriff Alex Trujillo estimated 25 homes have been damaged, and no deaths have been reported as of 10 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 25. Glencoe, Hondo and

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The City of Las Cruces reported that southbound lanes on Triviz Drive and Telshor Boulevard are closed due to a damaged gas line. Repairs to a damaged gas line are underway and are expected to be completed by 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25. City officials

LAS CRUCES, NM (KTSM) -- In what has become one of the more storied in-state rivalries in all of college football, New Mexico State will host New Mexico in the 116th edition of the Rio Grande Rivalry on Saturday at Aggie Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 1:30 p.m. MT

Christopher Rodriguez, the owner and director of operations for Pinnacle Institute, talks about the vocational college and its affordable medical and dental courses.

From student artwork and telescope viewing to trivia and a trip inside Spaceport America, the Las Cruces Space Festival is returning with events designed to show just how deeply the region is connected to what lies beyond Earth.  The...

Measuring the impact White Sands Missile Range has had on Las Cruces is difficult at best. Prior to 1980, White Sands would occasionally publish statistics. For instance, in 1951, there were 1,862 people working there.  By 1957, the...

Construction continues on Project Jupiter in southern Doña Ana County, but the argument over the massive data center has increasingly become less about whether it will be built and more about what New Mexico will gain, and what it will give up in...

Western New Mexico University’s nursing program is receiving recognition from Research.com as one of the nursing programs in New Mexico […]

PORTALES, NM – Roosevelt County District and Magistrate Courts closed today Friday 9 /25 due...

ESTANCIA, N.M. — Two high-powered ground attacks clash Friday night when the Santa Rosa Lions visit the Estancia Bears in a marquee non-district small-school showdown. Both squads enter the contest with momentum and potent running games that have overwhelmed defenses through the opening five weeks of the season. Estancia (4-1)

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A depleted lineup and a relentless attack proved too steep a hurdle for the East Mountain girls soccer team on Thursday, as the Lady Timberwolves fell 9-0 to powerhouse Cottonwood Classical Prep at the Mesa Del Sol complex. Cottonwood Classical (11-1) demonstrated its experience from the opening

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"Whoever is in this office needs to know how to navigate the federal government," Haaland told the audience at Sky Cinemas.

The names range "from a former Executive Director of the state Democratic Party to a family of lobbyists married to legislators."

"The National Cemetery Administration’s decision now removes that option from further consideration," the city said in the news release Thursday.

Albuquerque city crews encourage residents to report issues to 311 for faster pothole repairs after recent storms.

LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Evacuations are underway in Lincoln County due to flooding after the Rio Bonito flowed over its banks. The evacuation order is from Lincoln to the US Highway 380 and 70 intersection. All highways have been reopened. The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office said an evacuation shelter

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a flash flood emergency for Hondo residents and has urged them “seek higher ground immediately.” The Rio Bonito has exceeded its banks, prompting the closure of U.S. 380 at mile marker 103. Evacuations are being performed from Lincoln to the intersection of

Former Lobo coach Steve Alford to retire after season abqjournal.com

Oracle sent a notice of "force majeure" to a developer, seeking to release itself from liability if the data center is not online by 2028.

In a boneheaded move, Jay Block attacked Democratic Sen. Mimi Stewart by using a doctored photo to claim she'd been arrested.

Sandra Jeff, who represented New Mexico's fifth House district, and her sister face a string of charges, including theft.

Santa Fe interim police Chief Ben Valdez and Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza will participate in a public meet-and-greet next week.

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

The Otero County Fair opened Thursday, continuing a tradition dating to 1936 with livestock competitions, baked goods, handmade crafts, vendors, food and children’s STEM activities. Sheep exhibitors prepared for judging while Holloman AFB showcased a robotic dog. Visitors also browsed carnival rides, with the rodeo scheduled for Sept. 25 and

The New Mexico Public Education Department on Thursday laid out spending plans for a proposed $5.9 billion budget for the Fiscal Year 2028 budget, a 2.9% increase over FY27. PED requested, in the wake of the landmark Yazzie/Martinez case, $30 million for Indian education and $1.7 million for bilingual multicultural

This November, New Mexicans will elect a new leader to the office that manages millions of acres of state lands at a time of record-high oil and gas prices, increased corporate interest in data centers and uranium extraction, and ongoing environmental threats posed by wildfire and drought.

WASHINGTON — Despite skyrocketing fuel prices and sinking approval ratings for President Donald Trump’s conflict in Iran ahead of the November midterms, Senate Republicans blocked Democrats’ efforts Thursday to check the president’s unfettered military action in the Middle East. Sens. Susan Collins, R-Maine, Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, Rand Paul, R-Ky., and

Red cross helps flooding victims in Chinle, Arizona

Brennen Carrillo, 27, initially faced up to nine years in prison, but was sentenced to three years and 90 days of probation.

The recommendation to forgo screen time for young learners goes against the state's AI-based testing mandate for K-2 students.

City code enforcement is set to issue violation notices to the owner, linked to an address in Mission Viejo, Calif., in the next day or two.

All 33 counties in New Mexico have been under a flood watch since Tuesday, Sept. 22, because of heavy rain caused by a surge of monsoon moisture from the Pacific and Baja Peninsula areas by way of south-southwesterly winds, according to Kirsten Snodgrass, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service

Albuquerque – On September 24, 2026, around 1:25 PM, Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a fire at A and V Auto Repair, located at 119 Texas St NE. The first arriving AFR crew, Ladder 5, reported a small commercial building with an active fire coming from the front of the

A Republican compounding pharmacist from Rio Rancho hopes to unseat an incumbent U.S. congresswoman who has represented New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District since President Joe Biden appointed then-U.S. Rep. Deb Haaland to lead the federal Interior Department in 2021. Source NM spoke with both candidates about their priorities ahead of

The Grant County Fair kicked off Wednesday at theCounty Fairgrounds in Cliff . Thanks to generous sponsors, entry into the fair is at no cost. The rodeo and dances do have fees. The Fair Schedule and special events can be sen at https://www.grantcountyfairnm.com See the main poster below:. Other posters

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Northwestern Chaves County in southeastern New Mexico... until 9:15 p.m.

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WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Food and Drug Administration appeared to disappoint senators from both political parties Thursday with how she answered questions about medication abortion access during her confirmation hearing. Dr. Heidi Overton also faced skepticism from committee Chairman Bill Cassidy, a Louisiana Republican, about

WASHINGTON — Government investigators Thursday released a report that found the Department of Homeland Security wasted more than $20 million in federal funding in its rapid expansion of immigration detention, including warehouse purchases strongly opposed in numerous U.S. communities. The nonpartisan Government Accountability Office found that millions were wasted because

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) on Thursday issued a call for a “pause” on data centers in New Mexico, and released a set of standards she said such developments should meet before receiving approval. Her announcement came as Oracle stock dropped amid reports it seeks to limit liability on

DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) — Heavy rain left parts of La Union without usable roads Thursday, with water still rushing through streets while crews work urgently to redirect runoff into a nearby drainage basin. Local residents told ABC-7 that flooding in this area is a recurring problem. One

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New federal rules likely will force three dozen states to reduce their annual Medicaid payments to doctors and hospitals by a total of more than $50 billion — potentially shrinking the number of providers willing to see Medicaid patients, according to a new analysis. The analysis in the peer-reviewed Health

SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Over 400 head of cattle crossed through the Santa Teresa Livestock Crossing today after more than one year and four months without crossing from Ciudad Juárez. The U.S. federal government halted operations at the crossing in May 2025 due to New World Screwworm concerns,

Albuquerque’s Christmas luminaria bus tour is back abqjournal.com

Tens of thousands of Catholic worshippers gathered in St. Louis for the beatification ceremony of the late Archbishop Fulton Sheen.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the United Nations General Assembly, calling his decision to attack Iran as “one of the ea…

New Mexicans will elect a new governor on Nov. 3 for the first time in eight years. Source NM spoke with the two nominees — Democrat and former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and Republican and former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull — about how they'd approach the job.

Challenger and incumbent for 59th District tackle various issues at forum

The Durango School District Board of Education voted after months of discussion

President Donald Trump is hailing the “truly great friendship” he's forged with Xi Jinping as the Chinese leader began his highly anticipated …

Allegations of Israeli genocide in Gaza are not only false but “the biggest lie of the century" — so says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico returned to the White House hours after a federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s b…

When my mother and I went to a New Mexico Historical Society conference at Philmont Scout Ranch recently, I was surprised when more than a few New Mexicans asked me where Philmont was. I grew up hearing about the camp; Girl Scouts went to Camp Mary White and Boy Scouts

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández wants New Mexico to hit pause on new data centers, saying Thursday that companies should first prove they can […]

The Navy's top civilian leader says eight sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group attempted suicide during an exten…

Despite increasing political anxiety over Iran war, senators narrowly rejected a war powers resolution.

Leopoldo Trujillo (88) passed peacefully and surrounded by his family on Thursday September 10, 2026. Leopoldo was born on April 3, 1938, to Maria and Nestor Trujillo. He shared 61 years of marriage with his beloved Dora, and together they raised three children. Leopoldo was a devout catholic, who together

David J. Marquez was accepted into his Eternal Father’s presence on Saturday, September 12, 2026. He had family at his bedside when he made the final transition, after a period of declining health. He was born in Artesia, NM to parents Joe P. Marquez and Belen Granado Marquez. The family

Elizabeth Liz Baca August 20, 1951 – September 10, 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth “Liz” Baca, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Liz was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a woman

Dennis Barela, 34, a resident of Chimayo, NM, passed away unexpectedly on September 11, 2026. Dennis enjoyed hunting and fishing, lowrider events, family gatherings and attending his daughters’ sporting & school events he loved being a dad. Dennis was preceded in death by his father Ricky Barela Sr, mother Darlene

Gabina “Gabinita” Madrid 10.26.1924 – 9.15.2026 Gabina Madrid, our cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Canjilon, New Mexico, she carried her hometown in her heart throughout her 101 years of life. Gabina was known for her warm, generous spirit. She

Edward Stanley Henderson, II August 4, 1944 – August 25, 2026 Ed Henderson died August 25, 2026, in his home in Española, New Mexico, from brain injuries sustained in a fall. Ed was born August 4, 1944, in Albion, Michigan, and moved to New Mexico in 1991. He worked as

Arturo H. Sisneros Arturo H. Sisneros, 81, of El Rito, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at home on September 12, 2026. Born on July 2, 1945, he graduated from Northern New Mexico Normal School in 1964 and proudly served 21 years in the United States Army, including service in the

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Susie Martha Trujillo, age 80, of Jacona, New Mexico, who passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Susie was known for her kindness, faith, generosity, sense of humor, and deep love for her family.

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández wants New Mexico to hit pause on new data centers, saying Thursday that companies should first prove they can protect the state’s water, keep electricity costs from passing onto families and bring jobs and benefits to local communities. In

This November, New Mexico voters are being given the “opportunity” to amend their state constitution to authorize salaries for their legislators, replacing the long-standing per diem reimbursement system. If approved, legislators will begin receiving a salary of approximately $67,800 per year – a figure far higher than legislators in any

Senator Mark Kelly reflects on a lifelong passion for space, from dreaming of walking on Mars to flying four Space Shuttle missions and serving in the U.S. Senate. As he and twin brother Scott prepare for International Space Hall of Fame induction, Kelly discusses tragedy, public service, ambitious goals and

Dr. Tim Elmore, founder of Growing Leaders and author of 40 books, returns to Alamogordo as keynote speaker for LEAD — Leadership Reimagined on September 28. He will explore leadership paradoxes, generational transitions, and preparing younger workers to lead, emphasizing the need for today’s leaders to balance confidence with humility,

Astronaut Scott Kelly reflects on his unconventional path from New Jersey to the International Space Hall of Fame, where he and identical twin Mark will be inducted. He discusses eight combined spaceflights, his record-setting 340-day mission aboard the ISS, the groundbreaking Twins Study, and the preparation, danger and exhilaration of

Alamogordo will pursue discussions with Lincoln and Otero counties, Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs on Bonito Lake’s future. Officials want to protect the city’s drinking-water source from debris flows while preserving recreation, with fishing continuing. The City Commission supported talks, state funding efforts and development of a long-term management plan with

By Rodd Cayton The difficult part of the Corrales siphon replacement project is done, Jason Casuga told village councilors at their Sept. 22 meeting. Casuga, CEO and chief engineer for the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District (MRGCD), said the specialized drilling equipment required for running pipes below the riverbed will

High school-level class for eighth graders provides hands-on learning

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Albuquerque’s most notorious twin hitmen return Saturday, and this time they have one target: your trash. Volunteers can pick up gloves and bags at five […]

By Rodd Cayton Food that doesn’t reach the bellies of Albuquerque students could help heal the planet. A new partnership will divert uneaten organic foods into a composting operation that […]

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Mayor Tim Keller sent two overdue quarterly litigation reports to the City Council last month, revealing $4.38 million in lawsuit settlements over six months, […]

By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – Japanese culture, food, art and live performances will come together in Albuquerque this September as the Aki Matsuri Japanese Fall Festival returns to EXPO […]

Fall is finally in the air. The monsoons have returned, the hot air balloons are getting ready to fly at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, and Albuquerque is bustling with […]

Ownership of the race track and it’s property is divided between the Miller trust, the Ruidoso Jockey Club, the Village of Ruidoso and the Trotters. The post Who decides what comes next for the Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino? appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Mayor Tim Keller sent two overdue quarterly litigation reports to the City Council last month, revealing $4.38 million in lawsuit settlements over six months, including a case in which a police SWAT operation burned down a family’s home and killed a teenage boy hiding

Ruidoso Downs ordnance changes halve the upper limit of the fines in question, state law limits most municipal penalties to $500 and/or 90 days in jail. The post Ruidoso Downs in the process of lowering select fines to comply with state law appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Ownership of the race track and it’s property is divided between the Miller trust, the Ruidoso Jockey Club, the Village of Ruidoso and the Trotters. The post Who decides what comes next for the Ruidoso Downs Race Track and Casino? appeared first on Ruidoso News .

A wheelchair can help someone move around the house. A ramp can help someone get out of it. For Dr. Jesus Roberto Duran, those relatively simple needs illustrate a much larger challenge facing older adults in Southern New Mexico. It’s why he...

Clay is remarkably forgiving. That’s something Jan Archey learned a long time ago. Put your hands in the wrong place or make something that doesn't turn out quite the way you imagined, and the clay lets you know. But that doesn't necessarily mean...

Jo Hime was undergoing a medical test she wasn't particularly eager to endure when two familiar voices showed up. Kendra Johnson and Margo Sorum weren't actually in the room, but Hime could hear them anyway. “Okay, take a slow breath,” she...

The sun going down usually signals the end of the day at White Sands National Park. On a few nights each year, it marks the beginning of an entirely different experience. Moonlight Hikes take visitors along the Dune Life Nature Trail after...

Before Dracula ever steps into view, Las Cruces Community Theatre wants audiences looking over their shoulders. Breathing, whispers and other recorded sounds will replace the usual music as patrons take their seats, while low lighting helps...

The U.S. Government Accountability Office report released Thursday documents costly problems with several initiatives ICE has pursued.

The Española Valley Fiesta Council voted Sept. 20, to remove Adam Lee Enciñas, 20, as vice president, after he was charged with three domestic violence counts, including false imprisonment, a fourth degree felony. Debra Archuleta Maestas, the secretary of the Española Valley Fiesta Corporation executive board, told the Santa Fe

The Taos Municipal Schools District is reviewing its use of Amira, an AI literacy coach and testing tool used to raise students’ early literacy scores, after parents were alarmed to learn the software is storing recordings of students’ voices and...

Marker of Roswell, who won the GOP nomination as a write-in candidate in the June 2 Primary Election is hoping to unseat incumbent Democratic Sen. Ben Ray Lujan in the Nov. 3 General Election. The post New Mexico GOP Candidate Says Southeast Turnout Is Key to November Wins appeared first

City councilors voted Tuesday, Sept. 22, to approve a resolution allowing lease negotiations between the city of Carlsbad and developer Enriched Communities or EC Carlsbad for the work. The post Carlsbad Advances Plans for 174-Unit Affordable Housing Complex appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

A list of events and activities in and around the Ruidoso and Lincoln County areas for the week of Sept. 24-30. The post What’s Happening: Sept. 24 -30 appeared first on Ruidoso News .

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. County Manager Wayne Johnson delivered Sandoval County’s first formal State of the County address since 2020 Wednesday, using a “Six Years of Progress” slide deck to argue the county is “stronger, safer” than in July 2020 — and pitching the report itself as a new

All ages welcome to learn about wilderness first aid, wildlife tracking and more

Early enrollment figures for the 2026-27 School Year show student populations continue to shift across Rio Arriba County, with some districts posting modest gains while others are beginning the year below enrollment levels reported last school year. Current enrollment information from the county’s five public school districts, following a May

By Paul Gessing This November New Mexico voters will be vote on a constitutional amendment to pay each of the State’s 112 legislators an annual salary of just under $68,000 annually with that rate to rise with inflation in the future. New Mexico’s Legislature is said to be the only

Is altruism dead? Can we do things for the sake of others without taking ourselves into account? Is there such a thing as a completely unselfish act? Striving to produce a better world or even simply attempting to improve myself has driven home the question of selflessness lately. Those questions

It’s back to a full slate of games for the local football teams as the season heads into its second half. Española Valley vs. Bloomfield 7 p.m. Thursday The schedule-makers did the Sundevils (3-1, 2-0 in District 1-4A) few favors this week, giving them a short week with a Thursday

Even in mid-season, a tournament victory is one to savor and Mesa Vista did just that by earning the big trophy in the silver bracket of Cimarron’s Anna Archuleta Memorial Tournament. Volleyball Sept. 15 Pojoaque Valley 3, Española Valley 2 It’s no surprise that these rivals went down to the

In a week with few games, one local football team made a bit of a statement with a big road win, while the other schools struggled. Española Valley 64, Del Norte 14 In what is becoming something of a habit, Sundevils do-it-all Benny Trujillo did it again. Nine carries for

After his friends encouraged him to play football, Ivan Aragon gave it a whirl — and the McCurdy senior took to the game. So much, in fact, that Aragon now has an offer to play in college at Bethel, an National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics school in North Newton, Kansas.

The Rio Arriba Sheriff’s Office has four vacant deputy positions to fill and for the past month, the major position has also been vacant. Former major Matthew Gallegos left the department effective Aug. 2 to become the deputy jail administrator at the Rio Arriba County Detention Center in Tierra Amarilla.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham posted updates between September 22-24 on economic events in Roswell, statewide emergency responses to severe weather forecasts, and her working relationship with Utah's Republican governor Spencer Cox.

WASHINGTON — U.S. District Court Judge Timothy Kelly early Thursday issued an order that temporarily blocks President Donald Trump’s ban of three news organizations from the White House. Kelly, in the eight-page order, said that the White House must “immediately return, reinstate, and restore the White House ‘hard pass’ press

Voters in nine states will weigh changes to their criminal legal systems and drug policies this fall. The Nov. 3 ballot measures include questions about pretrial release, fentanyl and human trafficking penalties, immigration enforcement, traffic cameras, drug cartels and marijuana regulation. The measures reflect a recent increase in ballot proposals

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. The last full weekend of September arrives with tractor wagons, a pet mayor election, meet-and-greets down the hill with two of the most recognizable faces in television history and a comedian who’s shared a stage with Dr. Dre, LeBron James and Jay-Z. Pick your weekend.

Rain Thursday did not dampen Artesia residents’ spirits as students, staff, community leaders and Mayor Jeff Youtsey joined a 30-minute indoor walk at Zia Intermediate School.

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used her social media platform on September 23-24 to advocate for tribal water funding legislation while also recognizing Route 66 heritage initiatives in New Mexico's Third District

Still photo from pitch trailer for “Team 18” feature film. Las Vegas photographer and video producer Jim Terr can often be seen in the street or on top of his car or other unusual locations, taking photos of clouds, shadows, puddles, or anything that strikes him visually. His footage has

There won’t be a moratorium on data centers in Clovis but Mayor Mike Morris said the city will work toward developing a policy on the controversial artificial intelligence facilities. Commissioners voted 5-3 at their Sept. 17 meeting to defeat a proposed 120-day moratorium on building any data centers within city

The Kevin S. plaintiffs and the state both acknowledged CYFD’s progress but said it continued to lag in some areas.

New Mexico Superintendent of Insurance Alice Kane on Wednesday defended her decision to approve a significant health insurance rate increase before members of the powerful Legislative Finance Committee. Kane on Sept. 1 OK’d an average rate increase of 24.4% for 2027 individual insurance plans sold on and off BeWell, the

The bills would increase penalties for consumer protections violations and curb addictive or exploitative tactics.

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

Dr. André García-Nuthmann, pictured here, is one of four musicians set to perform “Songs of Passion & Twilight: Canciones y Romances” this Friday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. at the Kennedy Gallery campus. Admission is free. An upcoming musical performance is set to feature “a whole potpourri” of genres sung

Ownership of the race track and it’s property is divided between the Miller trust, the Ruidoso Jockey Club, the Village of Ruidoso and the Trotters.

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

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

A Chimayó man, deemed one of the “worst of the worst” by federal prosecutors, is suing Rio Arriba County for inhumane conditions in the Tierra Amarilla Detention Center and a beating he received that he claims could have been avoided. Felix Lewis, 45, filed the lawsuit Sept. 9 against Rio

(Courtesy Photo) Heavy rain last week caused flooding on various streets in and around Española. It also turned the 7Brew parking lot into a shallow wading pool, though the water didn’t deter some customers.

By Cal Thomas I have a theory about the artificial intelligence craze that is delighting some and scaring others. It is that we are losing natural intelligence and thus risk seduction by something that can do the thinking for us. Never mind acquiring wisdom, which is defined as “the ability

After a seven-day trial, a Rio Arriba jury found Leonel Andrade Garcia guilty of first degree murder in his ex –girlfriend’s death and for attacking her brother when he tried to help her. The jury found Garcia, 44, of Hernandez, guilty of first degree murder, kidnapping, arson, aggravated burglary, aggravated

Leah Smith and Vincent Maestas sealed their love for each other in marriage on Sept. 19, 2026 at El Zócalo Plaza in Bernalillo, N.M. The wedding was officiated by their close friend Cas Wilson. The bride is the daughter of Michael and Jodi Smith, of Los Alamos, and a graduate

During election season, discerning truth requires more than listening to candidates’ promises; their actions, character, consistency, and follow-through matter. Reflecting on Matthew 21:23-32, this devotional contrasts words with genuine belief, reminding readers that faith is demonstrated through action. Jesus’ parable also reveals God’s surprising grace and welcomes even those society

Artesia girls volleyball defeats Carlsbad in straight sets.

3 Keys to a win over Alamogordo.

Court victory led to Colorado Library Association award on intellectual freedom

Colorado senators ask BLM to engage in meaningful consultation before selling parcels

NMAA considering different ways to determine classifications abqjournal.com

ALBUQUERQUE — Mayor Tim “Grinch” Keller has directed the City to continue Albuquerque’s annual Luminaria Bus Tour this Christmas Eve, preserving a longstanding holiday tradition while the City works with neighborhoods other than just his own and other community partners on a more sustainable model for future years. A week

Members of the Roswell Army Air Field/Walker Air Force Base Veteran's Association met for the last time. “It's really sad to see the organization close up,” said co-ch…

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for Nov. 18 to offer 30 oil and gas parcels totaling 8,071 acres in New Mexico, Oklah…

The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) has selected five organizations to lead a new effort to bring better health care to rural, frontier and tribal communities.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Star Meat Delivery Inc., located in Lucama, N.C., is recalling approximately 167,639 pounds of raw pork, beef and goat products that were produced w…

On Monday, members of the Roswell Infrastructure Committee briefly took up the resolution for creating a multi-generational recreational area at Peppermint Park by rel…

New Mexico has been named a Featured Quantum Ecosystem at Quantum World Congress (QWC) 2026, one of only two states in the country being recognized for its efforts to …

SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) -- The Sunland Park Fire Department saved a woman and her children from her flooded home. It happened Wednesday around 5 a.m. after heavy overnight rainfall. SPFD said Michelle and her three children started seeing water come in around 4 a.m. Fire Chief Daniel Medrano said

(KVIA) -- Wednesday, the state of New Mexico and Facebook delivered closing arguments in the state's case about Facebook's alleged misuse of New Mexico users' personal information. The jury's next step is to enter deliberation. The case also concerned the Cambridge Analytica data breach, which allegedly took data from millions

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A new study published by the British Medical Journal revealed at least one in four NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021, had the degenerative brain disease known as CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy). CTE is a progressive degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head

BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com An amended complaint has been filed against Los Alamos Public Schools. LAPS School Board and LAPS Supt. Jennifer Guy by former Los Alamos High School principal Eric Ziegler specifying additional protected reports and opposition he made to Supt. Guy under the New Mexico Whistleblower Protection Act before

Pretty purple asters at Bandelier National Monument Monday captured during volunteer traiil work by the photographer. Photo by David Hampton

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Gregg Hull said in a live interview with Conversations Different host Inez Russell Gomez he sees the state's declining population as its most …

The lawsuit, which took five years to come to trial, marks the second time this year the social media giant has faced a Santa Fe jury.

Fiesta board President Rik Blyth said the events will take place near the east entrance to the city's midtown campus.

Wednesday was expected to bring the most widespread rain, but meteorologists warned flooding was still possible in coming days.

"Just, as a citizen, I'm a little concerned that I don't know to what degree the city of Santa Fe is monitoring me," Damon Hudson said.

Sen. Mimi Stewart said fellow Sen. Jay Block and the GOP should "take down the fabricated image, and stop with the falsehoods and insinuations."

The bills would increase penalties for consumer protections violations and curb addictive or exploitative tactics.

The discussion comes after a lawmaker slammed Alice Kane's approval of the higher rates as "shocking and deeply disappointing."

More than half of the state has experienced at least severe drought conditions this year, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.

The Kevin S. plaintiffs and the state both acknowledged CYFD's progress but said it continued to lag in some areas.

WASHINGTON — A vast and growing network of artificial intelligence-driven Flock cameras could violate constitutional privacy rights, U.S. senators on a Judiciary Committee subcommittee said during a Wednesday hearing. GOP Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri, the chair of the Crime and Counterterrorism Subcommittee, said the point of the hearing was

WASHINGTON — U.S. District Court Judge Timothy J. Kelly indicated during a Wednesday hearing he may order the Trump administration to reinstate White House press passes for reporters from three news organizations who had their credentials revoked this weekend. Kelly, of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia,

DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) -- Flooding across Dona Ana County brought up to three feet of floodwater to the Brazito neighborhood . For some residents, the pooling covered their only way out of their properties. Just north of Vado, one Brazito resident told ABC-7 the flood didn't just bring

Artificial intelligence has revolutionized our practice in one primary capacity: medical record-keeping.

Today is Remember Me Thursday. The fourth Thursday of September each year is dedicated to bringing awareness to the millions of dogs and cats …

New Mexico public school students made significant gains in reading and literacy over the last year, while math showed modest gains and science remained largely stagnant since 2022, according to recently released data presented to state lawmakers on Wednesday.

WASHINGTON — Republicans on the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee used a hearing Wednesday to continue voicing opposition to transgender athletes competing in women’s sports, which the top Democrat on the panel called a distraction from cost-of-living issues voters are more concerned about. Republicans, vying to defend their majority in the

Rescue dog attended bill signings and news conferences

COUNTY NEWS RELEASE Los Alamos County DWI Program will be hosting free sober events in the community over the next year, starting this weekend at ScienceFest Discovery After Dark. These events are designed to provide safe, social opportunities for individuals seeking alcohol-free activities. Upcoming Events All events are free and

Toys ‘R’ Us to join ABQ Uptown as part of retailer’s nationwide resurgence abqjournal.com

Adoptions and pet events this week around Santa Fe

One man is facing burglary charges following an investigation into multiple vehicle and home burglaries, and a second man is accused of drug trafficking after investigators searched a property in Las Vegas believed to be connected to the burglaries. Prosecutors earlier this month filed drug trafficking charges against 63-year-old Alfred

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Cobre Consolidated Schools will ask the city of Bayard for a do-over on its athletic facilities leases. At a special...

[caption id="attachment_108568" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Photo by Aaron Rogersfor the Daily Press)Ernest Johnson, owner of Taste of Vegas, loca...

Tens of thousands of Americans continue to lose access to food assistance each month, even as Congress debates slowing down major cuts to federal food stamps. New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows more than 330,000 Americans lost access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, between

Diné writer Alastair Lee Bitsóí considers a tributary that runs through his land amid unprecedented September monsoons in New Mexico, and how stewardship for the Colorado River begins with such arroyos.

Courtesy photo BY SETH GAYNERWhite Rock Los Alamos has a remarkably active mountain biking and cycling community. For many of us, Valles Caldera is one of the reasons we live here. That’s why the National Park Service’s new General Management Plan deserves our attention. Under the plan, bicycles will lose

Pictured at the fireside chat panel September 15 at Northern New Mexico College are, from left, Pat Vanderpool – Executive Director of the Regional Development Corporation, Scott Baird – co-owner of Wolf & Mermaid, Jacquelyn Connolly – Executive Director of Los Alamos MainStreet and Creative District, and Patrick Duran –

Late rains boost New Mexico, but drought remains abqjournal.com

Doggie Dip Returns to Santa Fe Country Club

A powwow at the Santa Fe County Fairgrounds, a fundraiser for San Isidro Parish, music and more in Santa Fe this weekend.

A Project Jupiter opponent was arrested at her home Tuesday evening following protests at that day's commission meeting.

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, state Rep. Linda Serrato (D-Santa Fe) and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland on Wednesday announced their plans to modernize the state’s consumer protection law and to craft new regulations for kids on the internet. Their proposed bills would increase the maximum penalties for consumer

Source's colleagues at the Iowa Capital Dispatch report that U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) and U.S. Rep. Zach Nunn (R-Iowa) are calling for the suspension of President Donald Trump’s initiative allowing more foreign beef into the U.S. and for congressional oversight of future beef import decisions from the executive branch.

These two stood up to check if it was still raining on the west end of Arizona Avenue in Los Alamos Wednesday evening. Photo by Mike O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com

The Frijoles Fire Recovery Open House planned for Thursday, Sept 24, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, September 29, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. due to flooding, flood response activities and safety considerations.

AAUW NEWS RELEASE From noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, the Los Alamos branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will celebrate its 75th Anniversary in SALA’s The Hill space. The public is invited to attend and learn about AAUW-Los Alamos, its activities and impact on

Los Alamos County will hold a Virtual Job Fair from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Sept. 30. Managers from the Emergency Communications Center/Dispatch, Recreation, and Atomic City Transit will be available to conduct immediate interviews. Interested candidates should register to receive the Teams link and a calendar invitation for

Joseph “Bo” Baiardo, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong scientist, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on June 1, 1946, in Ozzano Monferrato, Italy, Joseph immigrated to the United States at the age of 11, embarking on a life defined by curiosity,

New Mexico has the country's third-highest poverty rate and the only non-Southern state significantly above the national rate.

Free events aim to break down regional barriers for rural entrepreneurs

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Days after the City of Albuquerque’s Transit Department announced that its Christmas Eve Luminaria Bus Tour had been canceled this year, Mayor Tim Keller […]

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 […]

The Middle East produces a large share of the oil refined into diesel, causing its price to rise faster than gasoline.

Taos Healthcare, a 100-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center near Holy Cross Medical Center, has earned a four-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The rating, earned during this year’s third quarter, comes as...

In 2022, the U.S. Forest Service named the Enchanted Circle one of the country’s top 10 landscapes most at-risk of catastrophic wildfire. Much of the forest in and around Taos County adapted historically with fire, and regular wildfires maintained...

Barbara Brandenburg Brenner, the only grandchild of Taos Society of Artists founder Oscar E. Berninghaus, passed from this world Sept. 15, 2026, just two days before the Taos Fall Arts Festival, which she founded, resumed operations on Sept. 17....

It is understandable if the people in the Roswell area get a little nervous when a major surge of moisture finds its way into the Land of Enchantment. After all, the c…

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Days after the City of Albuquerque’s Transit Department announced that its Christmas Eve Luminaria Bus Tour had been canceled this year, Mayor Tim Keller announced Wednesday that the popular holiday tradition is back on. In a news release, the administration said Keller directed the

Grant and Luna counties are preparing for the possibility of heavy rain and flash flooding across southwest New Mexico. Grant […]

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

Heavy rain triggers rescues across New Mexico abqjournal.com

By Pat Davis, nm.news — I’m tired of hearing and reading about how Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull won’t debate each other. Their campaigns will both say they have tried […]

The newspaper will publish profiles of the 10 award winners for 2026 beginning Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26.

On Tuesday (Sept. 22), the Town of Taos Council adopted a new study that says the town needs 787 more homes over the next decade. At a resident’s urging, a councilor also put on record that the town’s new community development director must...

Glossy golden bagels emerge from Brenda Wills’ oven. Wills, founder of Memaw’s Bagels in Questa, says the thin crust on the outside and dense, chewy center is the result of months of experimentation she’s spent in pursuit of the “true...

The Abiquiu News will change hands this fall as founders Carol and Brian Bondy turn operations over to editor and reporter Michael Tashji. The free, online weekly newspaper covers news and events in and around Abiquiu and publishes information...

Council also discussed recent incursions of black bears into the village, learns the Wheeler Peak Wilderness is not off-limits to thinning, and signs off on private warranty coverage for residential water meters

Annual carbon emission reduction has been a major focus at Taos Ski Valley since 2015, according to Matt Weyer, sustainability manager for the resort. Recently, however, federal environmental policies have complicated one component of that that...

Since 2017, Yarn United has brought Artesia residents together at the Artesia Public Library to crochet blankets, quilts and Worry Worms. The group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, sharing projects, techniques and yarn. For more information, contact the library at 575-746-4252.

Tribal organizations have filed an amicus brief opposing planned federal border wall construction through Tohono O’odham land in Arizona. The case raises concerns about tribal sovereignty and alleged trespass by federal authorities. Leaders emphasize historic responsibilities owed by the U.S., while advocates highlight ongoing legal support for tribes.

Ruby Henderson-Themis, support manager for New Mexico Highlands University’s CARES office, left, and Carmelita Sanchez, director of student wellbeing and resource support for NMHU’s General Store Food Pantry, pose at the CARES office on Sept. 17. They stand behind luminaria bags, a poster and a T-shirt designed for the “Out

By Pat Davis, nm.news — I’m tired of hearing and reading about how Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull won’t debate each other. Their campaigns will both say they have tried and this week they both pledged to show up – to different debates in different places and on different dates.

The committee tasked with rebuilding New Mexico’s behavioral healthcare infrastructure has approved 11 of 13 regional plans, the committee chair told lawmakers on the interim Legislative Finance Committee during their Tuesday meeting.

By Rodd Cayton Human waste belongs in toilets, Corrales resident Paul Ortega says. Speaking at the Sept. 22 Village Council meeting, he implored councilors to pass an ordinance to that effect. Ortega said that since April, he and his wife have been dealing with a neighbor who has repeatedly defecated

More passengers passing through despite slowing year-over-year growth

Alaina Joy arrested June 18; case remains ongoing, says district attorney

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Bruce Anglin Samantha Anglin Sixth Judicial District Attorney Norman R. Wheeler announced that both BRUCE ANGLIN and SAMANTHA ANGLIN were sentenced on Monday, September 21, 2026, by Sixth Judicial District Court Judge Jennifer DeLaney. Chief Deputy District Attorney Cashmala Fazal represented the state during both sentencing hearings.

By Kevin Hendricks, New Mexico Political Report — New Mexico has poured $524 million into housing since 2022, but households with the lowest incomes get about a penny of every […]

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For more than a year, City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn has pushed for stronger renter protections, one city ordinance at a time. In June, two […]

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:...

Lefonso Castillo doesn’t spend very much time behind the superintendent’s desk. On Tuesday afternoon (Sept. 22), the new superintendent of the Questa Independent School District walked the school halls and greeted anyone who came along....

Taos Municipal Schools held onto recent gains in math and reading proficiency during the 2025-2026 school year, but science proficiency fell sharply, according to recently unembargoed NM Vistas report card data. The 2025-2026 NM Vistas report...

September is National Recovery Month. Recovery-Friendly Taos County, a program of Rio Grande Alcohol Treatment Program, will be celebrating recovery from behavioral health issues at Bataan Hall, 121 Civic Plaza Dr, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on...

The New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy has introduced fresh meal options through Mario's Catering following kitchen renovations. Officials say improved nutrition supports both performance during rigorous training days and overall morale among cadets.

By Kevin Hendricks, New Mexico Political Report — New Mexico has poured $524 million into housing since 2022, but households with the lowest incomes get about a penny of every income-restricted dollar. The state also can’t consistently say what the rest bought, according to a Legislative Finance Committee report presented

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For more than a year, City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn has pushed for stronger renter protections, one city ordinance at a time. In June, two of her measures became law: the Rental Unit Habitability Enforcement Ordinance and a resolution requiring the city to prioritize safety

TIJERAS, N.M. — The U.S. Forest Service will host a community celebration in Tijeras this Saturday to mark National Public Lands Day, inviting visitors to explore the Sandia Mountains and learn more about conservation efforts on their local public lands. The event, themed “Celebrating the Sandias,” will take place from

SANDIA PARK, N.M. — A ferocious fifth-set comeback fell just short Tuesday as the East Mountain High School volleyball team dropped a five-set heartbreaker to Class 4A Manzano at the Vista Grande Community Center. The Lady Timberwolves took the visiting Monarchs the distance before falling 25-22, 22-25, 25-18, 16-25, 15-13.

Albuquerque is easy, people. It’s a giant grid split into quarters by I-40 (east-west) and I-25 (north-south). The Sandia Mountains are to the east. The airport, the air force base […]

We asked locals to share their favorite things to do in their neighborhood during Balloon Fiesta. Here’s Corrales Mayor Fred Hashimoto with his tips for planning your visit to the […]

Turquoise Trail: The very name conjures up images of Southwestern treasure waiting to be unearthed. New Mexico State Road 14 is a 54-mile stretch connecting the Albuquerque area to the […]

Los Ranchos de Albuquerque is a semi-rural village tucked between Old Town and Corrales. It’s one of the oldest settled areas in the Rio Grande valley, and back in the […]

Can you even believe it’s Balloon Fiesta time again? We swear it feels like it happensmore than once a year, but maybe that’s just because it covers two weekends and […]

The Southeast is calling. Roswell is a long day trip away, or you can hitch up your RV and make a few days of it at Wild Willy’s RV Park. […]

Hundreds of thousands of visitors pack Albuquerque every October for the Balloon Fiesta, but once the morning mass ascension wraps and traffic clogs the roads around the park, savvy travelers […]

Hundreds of thousands of visitors pack Albuquerque every October for the Balloon Fiesta, but once the morning mass ascension wraps and traffic clogs the roads around the park, savvy travelers point their cars north. Rio Rancho and the rest of Sandoval County pick up where the launch field leaves off,

LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Motorists traveling through portions of Doña Ana County are being urged to use caution Wednesday morning as wet weather has resulted The post Flooding and Wet Roads Reported Across Doña Ana County appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

She had spent years as a physical therapist working with cancer patients, including women dealing with lymphedema after breast cancer treatment. Julie Gustafson knew the procedures, the surgeries and the treatment options. So, when a routine...

The Grant County Office of Emergency Management is advising residents that if filled sandbags are needed, there are sandbags available at the County Administration Building and at the Cliff-Gila VFD Station. If you have any questions or concerns, please call Scot Fuller at 575-956-5426.

This fall, voters in at least nine states will decide whether to cut, cap or raise taxes through ballot measures that will give them a direct hand in steering state tax policy in a conservative or progressive direction. Some states, such as California, will weigh whether to tax — or

The last time former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Rhode Island, he spoke to a gathering of U.S. governors to advocate for free trade amid tensions between the two North American neighbors. Nearly a decade later, Trudeau returned to Providence where he said the relationship has moved beyond

Nick Seibel, editor and publisher of the Silver City Daily Press, covers top stories each week in the Silver City Report. This week, New World screwworm appears in Grant County, Cobre Consolidated has a land leasing issue, and more.

T o download a PDF of the release, please visit the following link: Freeport Declares Quarterly Cash Dividends on Common Stock PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Freeport (NYSE: FCX) announced today that its Board of Directors declared cash dividends of $0.15 per share on FCX's common stock payable on November 2, 2026, to

Recent headlines mark yet another unprecedented attack on the news media: President Trump kicked three major TV news networks out of the White House press pool because, he explained, he didn’t like their coverage. It’s the latest in a steady drumbeat of attacks on the press. Earlier this year, New

While the party is flush with unprecedented cash that could move the needle in some races, overall the mood is glum.

The Artistic Journey of Joan Sheski Celebrating The Beauty Of New Mexico Through Art Wed, 09/23/2026 - 05:26

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The Behavioral Health Services Division asked the state for another $7.2 million in general fund dollars for its FY 2028 budget.

Two people were cited at a Doña Ana County meeting a year after commissioners voted to approve Project Jupiter’s bonds.

In this reflection on altruism, the writer questions whether completely selfless acts are possible and considers why helping others matters. Experiences at a leadership workshop and Notre Dame’s Grotto lead to a spiritual conclusion: altruism is not about personal benefit or even helping someone else, but living with God and

Artesia girls volleyball team wins over Carlsbad.

Bulldogs celebrate another score.

Creeks made more resilient after 2025 disaster

New Mexico girls flag football kicks off with excitement abqjournal.com

The city of Clovis will hold a hazard mitigation plan meeting on September 29, 2026...

Media Release, Clovis Police Department Clovis, NM – On September 16th, 2026, Detectives of the...

11 Doña Ana county residents will be part of a committee that brings in subject matter experts to discuss air, water, energy and any other topics related to Project Jupiter.

Doña Ana County delays filling vacant House seat abqjournal.com

Sandbag supplies strained as monsoon storms hit New Mexico abqjournal.com

True leadership is not about a flawless record; it is about how you respond to life’s challenges.

The Lincoln National Forest is planning prescribed pile burns in both the Smokey Bear and Sacramento Ranger District this fall. Forest Service officials estimate this …

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A Las Cruces woman received an eight-year federal prison sentence for trafficking fentanyl. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Mexico said 32-year-old Cassidy Shae Montoya also had a stolen gun and led deputies on a high-speed chase. On July 30, 2025, Montoya

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) has activated the State Emergency Operation Center to manage the statewide response in anticipation of flash flooding this week. The National Weather Service in Albuquerque is forecasting heavy rainfall and increasing flash flood risk across the

Nearly all of New Mexico is under a flood watch through at least 6 a.m. Thursday as residents prepare for a significant surge of monsoon moisture.

GOP Sen. Bill Sharer falsely describes the incident as a "hit-and-run," while Stewart's attorney calls it an "ordinary traffic incident."

New Mexico legislators called for federal officials to cooperate with a safety board that oversees nuclear security sites.

Graphics courtesy Lisa Shin BY LISA SHINLos Alamos I am submitting a chart that summarizes my own personal take on the 2026 Comprehensive Plan, as well as page 67 of the Plan. It uses words like “public participation” and “public investment,” which imply something voluntary and good. In reality, however,

BY KATHLEENE PARKERWhite Rock Someone asked me—a retired journalist—what I thought about the recent “Trump vs the media” brouhaha. Bear in mind, I worked in an era when journalists, at least those from legitimate news agencies, adhered to codes of conduct, fairness, ethics and honesty in reporting. Editorials were on

Amanda Bowen, emergency manager for Doña Ana County, talks about preparing for flood events and how to stay safe.

New Mexico – On September 18th, 2026, President Donald Trump abruptly revoked the media credentials for three media outlets from covering the President at the White House. It has caused quite the stir among the nation with a President blocking access to outlets. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham got into the

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The federal government has announced a $74 million investment intended to expand access to healthcare in rural, frontier and Tribal communities across The post Federal Government Announces $74 Million for Rural Healthcare in New Mexico appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

LAS CRUCES – Parents and caregivers can have their children’s car seats inspected during National Seat Check Saturday this weekend in Las Cruces. Certified Child The post Las Cruces Elks Lodge to Host Free Child Car-Seat Safety Check appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

COUNTY NEWS RELEASE The non-emergency dispatch phone line is currently down, and two temporary numbers have been stood up. Please call 505-672-6382 or 505-672-6337 for any non-emergency assistance. Please try both numbers, as a dispatcher may be busy on the line you try first. The emergency line, 911, remains fully

LAS CRUCES – The Mad Hatter Gallery will host a public reception and author talk celebrating the publication of ARC, the debut novel by longtime The post Mad Hatter Gallery to Celebrate Publication of Gregory Z. Smith’s Debut Novel appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

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By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The Grant County Fair will get underway this week as scheduled, but officials will take extra precautions with animal...

Area elected officials are voicing their support for a moratorium on data centers in Grant County. Ever since a public notice for an intent to apply ...

PEEC NEWS RELEASE The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will host its annual PEEC Nature Youth Group Kick‑Off Meeting, 7-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 23 at PEEC, welcoming both returning members and high schoolers interested in joining the program for the 2026–27 school year. Attendees will meet the team, learn

Sunshine Protection Act would have economic, safety impacts for ski areas and mountain towns, resorts say

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Brace for impact as we are tracking some of the heaviest rains so far this monsoon season. According to the National Weather Service, El Paso and Las Cruces could see between a quarter and a half inch of rain starting Tuesday. That amount of rain

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Spaceport America, located about 60 miles north of Las Cruces, cancelled its 2026 Open House due to expected heavy rainfall, the aerospace company announced on its social media page on Monday, Sept. 22. "The safety of attendees, exhibitors and vendors is our primary concern during

Icelandic director Anton Sigurdsson returned to Las Cruces to film “Pandemonium,” his second southern New Mexico production in the past year.

The city of Roswell’s supply of sand and sandbags for people to protect flood-prone property was gone before a flood watch called by the National Weather Service (NWS)…

Kelly Quach and Mike Smedley fill sandbags at the La Plata County Fairgrounds on Tuesday to prepare for potential flooding as heavy rains are expected to fall in the area. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)

District Attorney’s Office authorized release after no criminal charges were filed

UPDATE (Sept. 22, 2026): CRRUA said it restored water service to the Racetrack Drive/Haciendas San Gabriel area around 3 p.m. Tuesday. The utility issued a precautionary water boil advisory. Residents should boil water for one minute and let it cool before using it. As a next step, CRRUA said it'll

The Lordsburg City Council will meet Wednesday, September 23 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. The agenda includes a proposed […]

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 […]

Updated Sept. 23 at 7:50 p.m.A flash flood watch is in effect for Red River, Angel Fire, the Village of Taos Ski Valley until 6 a.m. Thursday (Sept. 24), along with much of the eastern half of New Mexico.

Editor A former Las Vegas City Schools teacher will spend more than seven years in prison after being sentenced last week for the repeated rape of a student. Leonard Joey Romero, 30, pleaded guilty in May to one felony count of criminal sexual contact of a minor by a person

Proposition 132 amounts to another unfunded mandate for cash-strapped counties, they say

Local artists, professional designers, students and creative enthusiasts welcome

Months of preparation set the stage for the first homecoming event this week

Rep. Rebecca Dow argues New Mexico should accelerate watershed restoration and wildfire mitigation to help the land retain more rainfall and reduce flood damage.

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

The two days of rainfall also bring the possibility of flooding across the state, and significant rises in water levels in the Pecos River, Rio Felix and other rivers in southeast New Mexico that could meet or exceed their banks.

Alamogordo News managing editor Spencer Fordin covers top stories from Alamogordo and Otero County each week.

NNMC NEWS RELEASE Every summer, along acequias older than the state of New Mexico itself, neighbors gather to share water by consensus in one of the oldest continuously practiced forms of democracy in the Americas. On Friday, October 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. the Ben Lujan Library

NMDOT NEWS RELEASE The New Mexico Department of Transportation is urging motorists to use extreme caution as widespread thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are expected across northern New Mexico Tuesday through Thursday. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch from noon Tuesday, Sept. 22, through 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept.

SANDIA PARK, N.M. — High in the Cibola National Forest, chain saws and hand tools have been steadily cutting through years of silence and overgrown deadfall. Sandia Peak Ski Area, New Mexico’s oldest ski destination, is deep in the middle of a ground-up restoration aimed at turning the historic mountain

By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – After a five-year break, the New Mexico Comic Expo is returning to Albuquerque with an emphasis on the people whose artwork, stories and merchandise […]

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Bernalillo County is looking to make businesses seeking tax breaks from residents give more back through public benefits for taxpayers who fund it. In […]

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For 70 years, Burqueños have celebrated Christmas Eve aboard the Luminaria Bus Tour, riding city buses through the Old Town and Huning Castle neighborhoods […]

By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – For more than three decades, Leba Freed has worked to preserve a piece of Albuquerque history that helped shape the city itself. As president […]

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Bernalillo County is looking to make businesses seeking tax breaks from residents give more back through public benefits for taxpayers who fund it. In a first for Bernalillo County, commissioners approved a $1.2 billion industrial revenue bond for DESRI, a renewable energy developer, to

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For 70 years, Burqueños have celebrated Christmas Eve aboard the Luminaria Bus Tour, riding city buses through the Old Town and Huning Castle neighborhoods to see glowing luminarias and neighbors gathered around bonfires. Now, the city has ended the tradition, saying the tour is

With deep sorrow, we announce the unexpected passing of Andy and Diane Bustos on September 16, 2026. Andy was born on December 3, 1947, to Andres “Tito” and Lourdes Bustos, Diane was born on May 17,1952 to Joe and Andreita Romero. Their journey began as teenage sweethearts, evolving into a

BY JAN MACEK And snakes are on the move finding their brumation den. These two gopher snakes were found in my neighborhood and were released about 1/8 to 1/4 of a mile away, the recommended range, but still in the neighborhood and in a more secure, safer area for them.

LAYSL NEWS RELEASE Los Alamos Youth Soccer League (LAYSL) is inviting local families and community members to join them for a special LAYSL Night at the New Mexico United game this Saturday, Sept. 26. The event is open to everyone, whether or not they currently have a child playing in

Carlos Valdez, 65, of Española, New Mexico, passed away on September 15, 2026. He was born on June 9, 1961. Carlos dedicated 26 years to education, serving as a professor at New Mexico State University from 1996 until his retirement in 2022. He touched the lives of many students and

PORTALES - The Eastern New Mexico University rodeo teams showed out in their host event, the 61st annual College Daze Championship. The women's rodeo team, led by Brooke Bruner, Allie Murphy, Shaylee Baxley and Georgia Shields, captured the team title on Sept. 19. Bruner finished in second place in the

TUCUMCARI – The city’s police chief announced on Sept. 15 he is retiring from law enforcement in mid-October after about 18 months at the helm. Lorenzo Emillio, 50, made the announcement in a Facebook post on the Tucumcari Police Department’s account. His final day will be Oct. 14, and he

TUCUMCARI -- A recent commitment by city officials to talk to a private company about taking over Tucumcari’s ambulance service prompted a controversial response from the city’s EMS director and largely prompted the mayor to schedule a town hall next month. The city had recently issued a request for proposals

Jaremy Alexander Smith, 35, already federally convicted in the killing of the New Mexico State Police patrolman west of Tucumcari, pleaded guilty to federal charges in South Carolina in the kidnapping, carjacking and murder of an EMS worker during the same crime spree. The U.S. Attorney’s Office in the District

PORTALES — For the Portales Rams football team — winners of three-straight games — there was something to prove coming into its 4A District 2 opener against Lovington. The Rams hadn’t beaten the stiffest of competition and the Wildcats have had their number in recent years. Mission accomplished on Sept

Moral victories can be hard to accept. But when you've been blanked in your previous two games and then prove competitive against one of the top teams in Class 6A. it gives you something to build on. Riding big plays, Clovis High's football team racked up 428 total yards against

PORTALES – Hayley Gutierrez may not be the most imposing player on Clovis High's front row, but she can certainly be effective up there. Gutierrez collected 19 kills and a pair of blocks on Sept. 17 as the Lady Wildcats claimed a 25-20, 25-18, 25-12 win over Portales High at

We had a tough night in Kingsville on Sept. 19. First, credit Texas A&M–Kingsville. They have a good football team, and they played well. They took advantage of their opportunities and made the plays they needed to make. We played well at times, but football games are not decided by

Clovis High's boys were in control almost all the way, and the Wildcats spread the wealth around in a 10-1 soccer victory over Portales High on Sept. 14 at Leon Williams Stadium. Seven players scored goals and five had at least one assist as the Cats (9-4) posted their second

TUCUMCARI -- The Rattlers bounced back from a tough loss the previous week with a 50-0 pasting of winless non-district foe Cuba on Sept. 18. Tucumcari (3-2), ranked ninth in Class 2A by MaxPreps.com going into the game, surged to a 14-0 lead before Cuba (0-5) ran a play on

FARWELL – Brothers Coy and Tak Miller scored a pair of touchdowns each and combined for more than 300 rushing yards, and Farwell outlasted Muleshoe 32-31 on Friday night. The Steers (1-3) rallied for 20 third-quarter points to overcome a 21-6 halftime deficit against the Mules (0-4). Tak Miller tallied

It wasn’t the Lone Star Conference opener the Eastern New Mexico University football team was hoping for. Fresh off its bye week, ENMU was hoping for a fresh start after going winless in conference play. Things didn’t turn out that way as the Greyhounds fell behind double digits to host

I’ve been fortunate to spend a good number of seasons on the sidelines at high school football games even though the last time I played was in my freshman year in the fall of 1974. I’ve been there with a camera or notebook for three decades, but these days I’ve

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

Hillcrest Senior Life Center 1704 E. Seventh St., Clovis (575) 769-7908 Menu Today: Loaded nachos, pinto beans, roasted zucchini, mango chunks Thursday: Pepperoni pizza, tossed salad with hard-boiled egg and light ranch dressing, light vanilla nonfat yogurt, fruit compote Friday: Spaghetti with meat sauce, Italian blend vegetables, garden salad with

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Low-income Sandoval County homeowners with disabilities can get wheelchair ramps, wider doorways and walk-in showers on the house — literally — after Rebuilding Together Sandoval County landed a $60,000 grant. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico awarded the nonprofit a Blue Impact grant

Time is near for the Red Dirt Black Gold Festival.

TUCUMCARI – Interim City Manager Mike Cherry will resign after today due to medical-related issues, he told officials on Sept. 15. Cherry submitted a two-sentence resignation letter to the city of Tucumcari. His resignation takes effect after the next scheduled City Commission meeting on Sept. 22. Mayor Marcy Willis said

PORTALES – Eighty-four years ago, Sgt. Melvin E. Jones died as a prisoner of war in the Philippines at a Japanese encampment. On Sept. 15, his remains were returned to Portales and reunited posthumously with his parents. The reinterment was attended by family, both new and old, including the grandson

Two people were arrested on Sept. 17 and charged with custodial interference after allegations a gun was used in a reported kidnapping. Edward Alonzo was charged with custodial interference, aggravated assault and felon in possession of a firearm, police said. Gabrielle Gauna was charged with custodial interference and conspiracy in

Clovis High cross country runner Roselia Morales finished in seventh place with a time of 20 minutes, 15 seconds at the Sal Gonzales Jamboree in Rio Rancho on Sept. 19. Brooke Newcomer finished in 30th place (21:24), Christina Waltrip 61st place (22:33), Isabel Vickers 63rd place (22:37) and Lety Crosby

On this date … 1936: Tucumcari Electric Co. advertised a new electric clothes washer for $59.50. It featured three forward speeds and one reverse speed. 1940: Portales Woman’s Club had announced a record 400 people attended the annual Portales flower show. Officials said 402 exhibits came from 60 Roosevelt County

TUCUMCARI – New Mexico's two major gubernatorial candidates presented divergent views on whether to impose a moratorium on building new artificial-intelligence data centers -- the same week the Clovis City Commission rejected a similar measure. Deb Haaland, the Democratic nominee, announced on Sept. 17 that she would support a statewide