Leaders across party lines push back after Trump shared an image suggesting New Mexico be renamed

CORRALES — A man accused of killing a woman in Corrales in 2024 has entered an Alford plea a fe ...

No foul play or neglect suspected

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – They've handed out hundreds of thousands of tickets, but are Albuquerque's speed cameras actually getting drivers to slow down? In a presentation to lawmakers Wednesday afternoon, city officials provided new numbers on just how much driver behavior has changed. From Gibson to Unser to Coors, the

Before he was a Super Bowl star for the L.A. Rams or an Albuquerque youth mentor, Preston Dennard had to find his voice. How the former UNM Lobo overcame a childhood speech impediment to discover the music of the game.

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Saddleback Fire is burning in the Española Ranger District near the Saddleback and Chamisa Trails.

Albuquerque – The Albuquerque Police Department Officers are working on apprehending an individual who fled on foot from officers. Several roadways are closed near the area of Eubank BL NE and Menaul BL NE due to this incident. At approximately 1600 hours officers responded to the area of Tramway BL

New Mexico State Police are investigating the fatal officer-involved shooting of 50-year-old Keith Charles Cowgill in Alamogordo. Officers responded to a 911 call about a suicidal man armed with a rifle, attempted to deescalate the situation, and shot Cowgill after he exited his home. He died at a hospital; involved

When autumn arrives, grocery stores and farmers markets begin filling up with colorful winter squash. One of the most recognizable is the acorn squash, with its dark green skin, deep ridges and acorn-like shape. While it may not get the same attention as pumpkin or butternut squash, acorn squash has

Alamogordo girls soccer fell 4-0 to Artesia and 2-1 to Chaparral, dropping the Tigers to 2-3. The post Alamogordo girls soccer can’t overcome Artesia advantage appeared first on Alamogordo News .

ALAMOGORDO — The Lincoln National Forest is reminding visitors to practice responsible recreation when operating motor vehicles and when dispe…

I can’t help but wonder where the Republican Party of New Mexico would be if we got rid of the excuses. It’s September, and excuses are about all we’ve got for an organization that’s supposed to represent roughly one in three voters in this state. The post Steven McCutcheon: We’ll

Ordinance will not affect municipalities

Democratic U.S. Sen. John Fetterman made a surprise video appearance Wednesday at the GOP convention in Dallas, praising Republican Sen. Dave McCormick while vowing the pair of Pennsylvanians would continue working with President Donald Trump to “defend the steel way of life right here in the Steel Valley.” The brief,

The NFL season may have just kicked off, but a local student already knows she's headed to Super Bowl LXI. The post Big reward for a big heart: Local student wins Super Bowl trip appeared first on KOB 4 .

A quick look at sports results and upcoming events in Lincoln County. The post Lincoln County Sports Roundup appeared first on Ruidoso News .

In this Kenny's Got the Score, we're talking about the Super Bowl rematch between the Patriots and the Seahawks. The post Kenny’s Got the Score | Sept. 9 appeared first on KOB 4 .

The Youth Mariachi Matinee was one in a sea of celebrations overtaking downtown, bringing history, faith and plenty of music.

TAOS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Taos County Sheriff's Office said it charged 28-year-old Cesar Paz-Garcia for a 2025 double murder. According to TCSO, Paz-Garcia was already being held for the 2025 murder of Anthony Velasquez at the Ohkay Owingeh Laundromat. Paz-Garcia is accused of killing Ashley Casias and Anastasia Romo

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After more than two years away from a boxing card, Albuquerque’s Matthew “Diamond Boy” Griego is finally set to return to the ring. The undefeated 30-year-old will headline a card on October 3 at Expo New Mexico, looking to reignite the momentum behind a career that

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – A Rio Rancho Elementary student will be heading to this year's Super Bowl. Sophia Farwell, a 5th grader at Ernest Stapleton Elementary School, was surprised with the news during a special assembly at the school Wednesday morning. Farwell was one of just five students nationwide

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Array Technologies is one of the few billion-dollar companies based in New Mexico, and they've spent the last 2.5 years building a 200,000-square-foot solar technology manufacturing center, something they said is important for the company and the solar power industry to scale up. "Our new factory

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) issued a “danger” warning for a harmful algae bloom at Charette Lake near Wagon Mound after sampl…

Suggested names for a new 12-acre park on East Second Street were being received by the city parks committee, but so far no new park name had …

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Wildlife (NMDW) reminds the public to keep a safe distance from wildlife and give animals plenty of room.

We will never forget that fateful day

There are only a few days in a lifetime when literally everyone can remember exactly where they were and exactly what they were doing when the world they were living i…

Not everyone has — or makes — time to see how their past efforts worked out. But U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and a good number of people on his staff did exactly …

Twenty-five years ago, on Sept. 11, 2001, 19 terrorists — who were affiliated with the Islamic extremist group al-Qaida — hijacked four planes to commit murder/suicide…

Organizer of Rio Rancho's 9/11 memorial ceremony stresses the importance of passing the promise to 'never forget' to the next generations

Officials are assessing the impact of the Frijoles fire on soil and watersheds, with potential risks of erosion and flooding for downstream communities.

Several roadways closed near Eubank and Menaul BL NE due to heavy police presence

Torrance County training chief resigns amid conflict

Santa Fe Mayor Michael Garcia introduced three immigration measures aimed at restricting ICE activity and supporting immigrant workers during a city council meeting.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Transportation said construction has officially started on the Rio Bravo Bridge replacement project. The project will replace the eastbound and westbound bridges on Rio Bravo across the Rio Grande in the South Valley. When complete, the project will also widen the

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A taxpayer-funded property continues to sit vacant with no actual plans set for its future. The City of Albuquerque is now seeking input through their architecture firm following a Larry Barker investigation. Tuesday night, Larry Barker's story took a deep dive into the home of former

Drier weather will move into more of New Mexico Thursday and Friday, bringing fewer storms and record heat Most of northern and western New Mexico will stay dry Thursday as drier air moves into the state. A few afternoon storms will still be possible across southern and eastern New Mexico.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An iconic toy store is coming back to Albuquerque. The Simon Property Group has listed Toys R Us on its website, saying it is "coming soon" to Uptown. In 2018, Toys R Us shut down more than 700 stores across the country after the company suffered

DURANGO, Colo. (KRQE) – Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials said they had to euthanize a sick bear with trash blocking its digestive system. CPW said it received word Saturday that a bear appeared lethargic behind a home on Delwood Avenue in Durango. It was moaning, bloated, and had difficulty moving.

New Mexico is in court against Meta over claims that data from 350K residents was exposed in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The post Opening statements underway in NM lawsuit against Meta over Cambridge Analytica data scandal appeared first on KOB 4 .

APD said officers responded around 4 p.m. Wednesday to reports of a road rage dispute near Tramway Boulevard and Rover Boulevard NE. The post APD: Foot chase sparks road closures in NE Albuquerque appeared first on KOB 4 .

UNM expects a bigger crowd at University Stadium this weekend, and police say parking could run out again if attendance nears 30,000. The post Lobo football is drawing crowds, how can getting to University Stadium improve? appeared first on KOB 4 .

Funding for the long-delayed conversion of the motel into an affordable housing project fell apart earlier this year.

"I want my children to experience real forests, not just places where roads ... have replaced a lot of landscapes that never existed before them."

Stapleton student wins two Super Bowl tickets from American Heart Association

Man dies at Kaseman Hospital after being dropped off with gunshot wounds

About 200,000 New Mexicans have received turquoise envelopes explaining federal Medicaid changes that begin Oct. 1, with work requirements and more frequent renewals taking effect in January.

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – For a third time in less than a year, the social media giant Meta is back in the hot seat, facing trial in New Mexico. This time, it's over a nearly decade-old scandal over what Facebook did with New Mexicans' private data. The New Mexico Department

More storms have been moving throughout the region this afternoon. Storms are generally moving south and southeast, producing locally heavy rainfall and gusty winds. Temperatures have also climbed hotter this afternoon. Drier air will move into more of New Mexico Thursday and Friday. Storm chances Thursday will stay mainly in

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Several days after New Mexico's horse racing industry suffered a big blow, industry leaders addressed lawmakers about the challenges they're facing. Last week, it was announced the Triple Crown Series, historically held at Ruidoso Downs, is moving to Texas. The racing industry said there is a

New Mexico's nursing homes have the most health citations on average in the country, according to federal Medicare inspectors, as advocates and health experts warn of a growing caregiver workforce crisis. The post New Mexico nursing homes lead nation in health citations as caregiver shortage raises concerns appeared first on

The Ruidoso News is letting you decide on the best Lincoln County male and female sports star each week. The post Vote now for Ruidoso’s Athlete of the Week appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Albuquerque – On September 8th, 2026, the Albuquerque Police Department received calls about a man walking around waving a knife near 2700 Carlisle Blvd. NE. A large police prescene flooded the area and found the man just north of the address. APD identified the man as Jarius Atole and said

Nearly 700 people registered for the conference, which hosted legislators, policy experts, ambassadors and political candidates.

County commissioners advanced an ordinance limiting use of county property, staff and records for immigration enforcement.

The Alamogordo News is letting you decide on the best Otero County sports star each week. The post Vote now for Alamogordo’s Athlete of the Week appeared first on Alamogordo News .

Alamogordo fell 27-0 to undefeated Organ Mountain after the Knights used long, time-consuming drives to control the game. The post Long drives terrorize Tigers in football loss appeared first on Alamogordo News .

The Democratic-led states and voting rights groups suing to block enforcement of President Donald Trump’s executive order to restrict mail-in voting warned in briefs to the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday the policy would have disastrous consequences for the upcoming midterm elections if it is allowed to move forward. Less

A coalition of state attorneys general filed a pair of lawsuits Wednesday challenging the Trump administration’s rollbacks of protections for endangered species. The lawsuits, filed by 20 states and the District of Columbia, seek to reinstate rules that protect the habitat that endangered species depend on to survive. Under President

Attorneys for the New Mexico Department of Justice and Facebook made their opening arguments before a Santa Fe jury Wednesday morning as the state’s latest trial against the social media giant began. The trial follows two high-profile courtroom victories for the state in unrelated cases against Meta, Facebook’s parent company.

Valencia County crews responding to bosque fire

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Albuquerque police pulled over what appeared to be another police car earlier this week; it had flashing lights, a siren, and a PA system, but after making a traffic stop, the black Ford Crown Victoria turned out to be a fake. APD said they responded to

Hot weather continued across New Mexico as only a few small showers and storms popped up near Albuquerque while most rain stayed farther away. The post Hot temps continue, showers likely in southwest New Mexico appeared first on KOB 4 .

Vista Grande Elementary went on lockout after reports of an armed person near campus while Rio Rancho police served a warrant a few streets away. The post Armed person report prompts lockout at Vista Grande Elementary in Rio Rancho appeared first on KOB 4 .

Bernalillo County deputies said a child died at the New Mexico Early Learning Academy daycare in Tijeras on Wednesday. The post Child death under investigation at New Mexico Early Learning Academy appeared first on KOB 4 .

A Delta flight from Los Angeles to New York diverted to the Sunport after a bathroom incident on board the plane. The post Flight diverted to Albuquerque Sunport after odor incident appeared first on KOB 4 .

The fire burned without full containment for 21 days while increased moisture in the air from recent storms had helped responders from the U.S. Forest Service. The post Sunset fire at 100% containment appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Described as a beloved Fiesta tradition, and considered America’s oldest pet parade, Saturday’s Desfile de los Niños will celebrate its 100th …

The convention aimed to boost enthusiasm despite economic concerns and dissatisfaction with the Iran war.

The state must work harder to increase childcare capacity in rural, tribal and other underserved areas, an organization says.

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration wants to overhaul the U.S. census to exclude noncitizens who don’t have a green card from the country’s next population count in 2030, according to a Wednesday notice in the Federal Register. The document, which will officially be published Thursday, could mean major changes for

U.S. Sen Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) on Wednesday helped volunteers at an Albuquerque health clinic distribute bags of fresh produce to food-insecure patients, part of an effort to highlight a “food is medicine” bill he has co-sponsored in the Senate.

BCSO investigating infant death at Tijeras daycare

Deming police asking the public for information in homicide investigation

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — Fall is upon us. If you're looking to get outside, New Mexico has 35 state parks scattered across 25 counties. Here's an overview of the Land of Enchantment's state parks. Bluewater Lake Bottomless Lakes Brantley Lake Caballo Lake Cerrillos Hills Cimarron Canyon City of Rocks Clayton

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — New Mexico's Department of Workforce Solutions is looking to help the state's Medicaid members keep their coverage as their work requirements are set to change soon. More than 230,000 Medicaid members ages 19 through 64 across the state received notices that starting Jan. 1, they will

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A high-speed chase near Silver City led to the arrest of a man on multiple charges, including possession of a stolen vehicle and possession of drugs, according to the Sixth Judicial District Attorney's Office for the State of New Mexico. Jesus Antonio Pedregon, 30, has

New Mexico's lawyers revealed internal emails showing Facebook executives' discussions over the company's privacy practices.

Three Northern New Mexico animal welfare organizations are putting their best paws forward at the annual Pet Parade, Desfile de Los Niños, beg…

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

Staff Reports New Mexico Democratic leaders aggressively pushed back on President Donald Trump’s social media posts about renaming the state of New Mexico to “New America.” “New Mexico’s name isn’t up for debate—it’s been ours since before the United States existed,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said in a post on

By Babette Herrmann, Gallup Sun Publisher Each year as September approaches, those of us old enough to remember 9/11 reflect on the horrors inflicted on American soil. For years, my routine was simple: I would recall where I was, process the memory privately, and move on. No social media posts.

Today *City of Clovis Economic Incentive Board – 8:30 a.m., North Annex, Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main, Clovis. Information: 575-763-9654 *Friends of Clovis-Carver Public Library meeting – 11:30 a.m., Ingram Room, Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-763-9687 *Friends of the Portales Public Library – noon,

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Child care in New Mexico was discussed at the New Mexico Economic Rural Development and Policy Committee meeting on Wednesday. Last year, New Mexico became the first state in the country to introduce no-cost universal child care. At Wednesday's meeting, Early Childhood Care representatives said the

Fitting for the season, September is Fall Prevention and Healthy Aging Month and, related to that, is how falls and hearing loss are related. The post How to prevent falls and hearing loss, according to a local doctor appeared first on KOB 4 .

Trey Parker and Matt Stone, creators of "South Park," are changing the show's name to "SOUTH AMERICA," at least for now. They announced the change on the show's Instagram page. This move comes after President Donald Trump declared he is renaming Lake Ontario to "Lake America" in the U.S. Apple

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New Mexico state Rep. Sarah Silva (D-Las Cruces) on Tuesday accused her Republican opponent and the GOP’s leader in the state House of Representatives of failing to intervene to stop a campaign employee from harassing her and her husband at recent public events.

The fire was on public land off of N.M. 475 near the Saddleback and Chamisa trails, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

A political ad targeting Rep. Gabe Vasquez claims he opposed a bill to ban taxpayer funding for chemical castration of minors, referencing legislation that remains stalled in the Senate.

An Anthropic researcher is resigning over concerns about irresponsible development of artificial intelligence. Jacob Coxon, who worked at Anthropic and OpenAI, shared his worries about unsafe development practices and underestimating AI's capabilities on the social platform X on Tuesday. His posts reached nearly 100 million people overnight, sparking widespread online

President Donald Trump says oil prices that spiked because of the Iran war likely won’t come down until after the U.S. midterm elections. Oil prices jumped more than 3% Wednesday, pushing international Brent crude past the $100 threshold for the first time since July as salvos between the U.S. and

The New Mexico State Fair announced its schedule on Wednesday for special discounts and recognition days during the 2026 fair. The post New Mexico State Fair announces discount days appeared first on KOB 4 .

A new police department facility would start from scratch instead of renovating

Environmentalists are raising concerns after President Donald Trump has proposed reviewing federal gray wolf protections.

STILLWATER, Okla. — On Sept. 1, Roswell students were honored by the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture with academic scholarship support for th…

WASHINGTON — Temporary protected status for 170,000 Salvadorans is set to expire at midnight Wednesday, but the Department of Homeland Security said protections will remain in place until the Trump administration makes a decision to extend or terminate El Salvador’s designation, in place since 2001. “An announcement on El Salvador’s

The Estancia town board removed Mayor Pro-Tem Amy May from her position and appointed Martin Lucero as her replacement after May faced legal issues related to the unlawful sale of alcohol.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Fair kicks off on Thursday and with that comes deals and special recognitions each day through the fairs last day on Sept. 20. "We strive to keep the Fair affordable and accessible for all New Mexicans," said Fair General Manager Dan Mourning.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The owner of a mental health counseling center that had locations in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho has agreed to pay over $300,000 to the United States to resolve allegations that they improperly billed Medicare. According to the settlement agreement, between Jan. 1, 2014, and Dec. 31,

FARMINGTON, N.M. (KRQE) — The nation's longest continuously running mountain bike race is back in Farmington early next month. The "Road Apple Rally" will bring riders from near and far together to take on the trails for its 45th year. The rally kicks off on Friday, Oct. 2 with a

A passion project powered by hand, most of the time

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — The challenges facing New Mexico children took center stage as U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich met with children’s advocates to discuss education, health care and […]

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — One of the nation’s largest energy infrastructure developers and builders wants nearly 3.5 square miles of land on the Pajarito Mesa in Bernalillo County […]

The fishing derby is scheduled to be held Sept. 26 at Nichols Reservoir in the Santa Fe National Forest.

Fiesta de Santa Fe parades and festivities, poetry, music, the Mother Road and more fun in Santa Fe this weekend.

The legal back and forth in the case between Taos-based nonprofit radio station Cultural Energy, or KCEI, and the Cristobal De La Serna Land Grant continues. The land grant filed an appeal in New Mexico Supreme Court Tuesday (Sept. 8), asking the...

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Aug. 26, 2026 – Aug. 30, 2026. Aug. 26 3:41 a.m. Information Report, Paseo del Pueblo Sur — Caller said his debit card was stolen the...

The United States has hundreds of thousands of abandoned hardrock mines and at least 33,000 posing environmental hazards, but one is finally getting cleaned up thanks to a new law New Mexico’s Senator Martin Heinrich passed establishing a pilot permitting program specifically designed to incentivize cleanups. The bipartisan Good Samaritan

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — The challenges facing New Mexico children took center stage as U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich met with children’s advocates to discuss education, health care and financial stability. The numbers show why: A single parent raising one child needs nearly $68,000 a year to cover basic

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — One of the nation’s largest energy infrastructure developers and builders wants nearly 3.5 square miles of land on the Pajarito Mesa in Bernalillo County for a solar and battery project, promising hundreds of jobs, millions in new revenue and a boost to the region’s

Albuquerque – Homicide detectives from the Albuquerque Police Department are investigating a deadly, overnight shooting. Shortly after 11 PM on Tuesday, officers responded to Kaseman Hospital, located at 8300 Constitution Ave NE, after receiving a report of a man who had been shot and was dropped off in the parking

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, a potential 2028 presidential contender, says Trump is trying to distract voters from the Iran war, his trade wars …

The companies paused some evaluations to implement more monitoring measures, but are locked in a race to compete with each other and internati…

Attacks on oil facilities and ships in the Middle East could further debilitate an already weakened supply chain.

Staff Reports SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s administration sued the Federal Emergency Management Agency in U.S. District Court Sept. 8, seeking more than $61 million to fund the National Guard’s ongoing wildfire and flood response in the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon area over the next decade—a request FEMA has

Sports scores and upcoming events from around Otero County. The post Otero County Sports Calendar: Scores and Upcoming Events appeared first on Alamogordo News .

New Mexico’s top forest administrator this week warned legislators that the state is behind on wildfire risk reduction goals, and offered suggestions ahead of the next legislative session for lawmakers to consider.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Baseball is more than just a game for Rodney Tafoya. For the Santa Fe native, it has been a lifelong journey filled with unforgettable experiences, international travel, professional competition and, ultimately, a powerful comeback story. Tafoya, a left-handed pitcher known for his fierce presence on the

As temperatures reach their convective mark, showers and storms are forecast to once again fire off in New Mexico. The post Showers and storms set to fire off Wednesday in New Mexico appeared first on KOB 4 .

Homicide detectives are investigating after a man was brought to Kaseman Hospital and died from a shooting overnight. The post APD: Man brought to Kaseman Hospital dies after being shot appeared first on KOB 4 .

The Carlsbad Cavegirls earned a 3-0 home victory over Portales, with Emma Allen scoring twice and Juliette Licon adding a goal. The post Carlsbad Cavegirls Shut Out Portales; Cavemen Fall to Goddard appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

Now known as the Hotel Parq Central in Albuquerque, the building is turning 100 years old with a history that predates Route 66. The post The history of Hotel Parq Central in Albuquerque as the building turns 100 appeared first on KOB 4 .

The New Mexico state government is suing the Federal Emergency Management Agency over the Hermit's Peak-Calf Canyon Fire. The post New Mexico sues FEMA over wildfire compensation appeared first on KOB 4 .

The University of New Mexico volleyball team is off to a great start on the court and more people are showing up to see them. The post UNM volleyball sees attendance boost in great start to season appeared first on KOB 4 .

By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper – Long before the midway lights, green chile cheeseburgers and rodeos that now mark September in Albuquerque, New Mexicans were already gathering for the fair. […]

The Temporary Protected Status designation expires Wednesday.

All day long, tourists stop at “Ten House,” as it’s known, to take photos and chat with firefighters.

The Artesia City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Eddy County Sheriff’s Office covering mutual aid for emergency responses, investigative support and traffic enforcement.

ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – The Roswell Police Department is investigating a shooting that killed two people Tuesday morning in the west part of the city. Officers responded about 3 a.m. to a house in the 1600 block of Juniper Street to check the welfare of the woman resident after her

New Mexico State University's basketball arena will now be called White Sands FCU Arena at the Pan American Center. The post NMSU basketball arena gets new name appeared first on KOB 4 .

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Sept. 8, 2026, announced that her office had sued the Federal Emergency Management Agency for refusing to reimburse the New Mexico National Guard for costs related to the 2022 Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday announced that

Saturday, the Cavegirls defeated Santa Teresa and Roswell 3-0 to win the bronze division at the Jane Leupold Sweet 16 volleyball tournament in Las Cruces. The post Cavegirls show strength and depth in perfect week of volleyball appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

Recap of Friday night's Carlsbad-Lovington football game. The post Carlsbad Rolls Past Lovington 47-14 in Home Opener appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

President Donald Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada is creating headaches for Republicans ahead of November’s midterms as high prices remain a top concern among voters. Responding to Trump’s increased tariffs, Canadian officials have said they’re deliberately targeting goods from states where there are close elections. And GOP candidates in

Attorneys for the New Mexico Department of Justice are expected to make their opening arguments Wednesday in the state’s case against Facebook for its role in the Cambridge Analytica data scandal.

SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Santa Fe Police have filed an involuntary manslaughter charge against a man for the deadly shooting of his sister. Yasell Sandoval Sigala, 21 of Santa Fe, is accused of causing the death of his sister Alexia Verdugo Sigala, 24 of Santa Fe. On Sept. 5

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Drivers crossing the Rio Grande on Paseo Del Norte have two new sets of eyes clocking their speed. Bernalillo County activated automated speed cameras this […]

Carnero, 36, started selling beef jerky for an Española business 13 years ago, at popular Carlsbad bars such as the now-shuttered Cal’s Shade Western and the Ocotillo. She was selling the salty snacks during visits to her hometown while also working as a card dealer at the Santa Claran Hotel

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Drivers crossing the Rio Grande on Paseo Del Norte have two new sets of eyes clocking their speed. Bernalillo County activated automated speed cameras this week in the eastbound and westbound lanes near NM 423, extending a program that now covers roughly 15 locations countywide.

Route 66 Independent — A 1-year-old child died Wednesday after a medical emergency at a Tijeras daycare, prompting an investigation by the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office and forcing the school […]

Staff Reports To support ongoing water system improvements, Dallago Corporation will be adding a new waterline and gate valve on Toltec Drive. To complete this work safely, a temporary water outage will be required Sept. 9. The water outage will affect the following areas along Toltec Drive: The outage will

Among items on this week’s agenda for the Roswell City Council is Resolution 26-54, which proposes the Roswell Adult Center be rebuilt at Spring River Park (now being …

Nancy Lopez attends the ribbon-cutting of Nancy Lopez Elementary School

“Finishing this project and seeing everyone's work is so amazing,” said Carolyn Mitchell, a co-organizer of the Pecos Valley Quilters Color Cues Challenge Installation…

Investigation remains ongoing

Roswell City Councilor Cristina Arnold is the new chair of the Roswell Legal Committee, which met on Monday.

It’s normally an empty lot across from the Roswell Convention and Civic Center at 1001 N. Main St., but recently it’s been buzzing with activity and the rising of a bi…

Two representatives from the LifeHouse Roswell provided an update about the mental health provider’s local services to the Roswell Public Safety Committee recently.

Members of the Roswell Flood Recovery Task Force took a deep dive into the history of the Roswell Museum during their recent meeting.

Older than the dinosaurs, the dragonfly’s 300-million-year lineage is getting a proper local spotlight as Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge (BLNWR) prepares for a m…

Uranium Ban Draws Sharp Divide in Cibola County Diego Lopez, Editor Wed, 09/09/2026 - 05:34

The Little Argus shares upcoming Carlsbad community events and public service announcements, including library story times, downtown markets, senior center computer help, bingo, film screenings, and special programs at local venues. The free service invites nonprofits and organizations to submit brief notices in advance for publication on a rotating basis.

A panel of federal judges is considering Louisiana's assertion that mifepristone, a key drug in the most common abortion method in the U.S., should not be dispensed anywhere but a medical facility. The case argued Wednesday before the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is one of three making its

A recent storyline on “South Park” depicted Trump as a villain-like character romantically involved with Satan.

35th Annual Multicultural Ribbon Relay Run Brings Awareness to Drug and Alcohol Abuse News Staff Wed, 09/09/2026 - 04:34

Oil prices have shot past $100 a barrel as fighting between the U.S. and Iran escalates, threatening to increase costs for consumers and businesses worldwide. Brent crude, the international standard, climbed into triple digits for the first time since July and settled at $101.21 a barrel on Wednesday. The tipping

A new AP-NORC/USA Facts poll finds that Americans are more skeptical of government information than they were a few years ago, with majorities now saying they have little or no trust in federal government information about elections, foreign affairs or the environment. Mistrust of government information has grown since 2024,

The crime log must be “open to public inspection during normal business hours.” But a few schools took days to produce theirs.

Grant County residents began organizing following a public notice in the Silver City newspaper of a proposed data center.

Make it three in a row. That appears to be the case with the five statewide executive offices on the November ballot which went to Democrats in 2018 and 2022 and are set for a three-peat.That expectation is grounded in ABQ Journal polling showing races for Attorney General, Secretary of

West of Silver City at Bill Evans Lake, fishing for bluegill and carp was good using inline method feeders. Fishing for catfish was fair to good using chicken liver, bluegill and inline method feeders.

For eight years, 2001 W. Bullock has been home to Micah and Kas Howard, who transformed the property by painting the red brick white, adding black eaves, a driveway, Bermuda grass and a front-porch sitting area. Rose bushes, zinnias and sunflowers—named for cherished loved ones—add color and personal meaning to

Early detection is key, prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death among American men, ranking right behind lung cancer. The post A message for men over 50 appeared first on Ruidoso News .

ENMU-Ruidoso Community College welcomes seven new employees with the start of the fall semester: three new faculty and four new staff members. The post ENMU-Ruidoso welcomes new faculty and staff appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Javier Rodriguez’s journey from purchasing champion Heartswideopen to building La Feliz Montana Ranch reflects a 20-year dream fulfilled. The post Keithley’s Korner: Horse owner Javier Rodriguez is living the dream appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Developer Accelergen seeks approval this fall for 125-megawatt solar and battery-storage facility east of Cortez, along U.S. 160

16-year-old passes EMT course but has to reach adulthood for certification

Event supports VOA Colorado, Durango Community Shelter and the Southwest Safehouse

Mescalero Apache remains winless at 0-8 after going 0-3 at the Gateway Christian Warrior Invitational and falling to Tularosa in a five-set thriller. The post Mescalero volleyball still without a win appeared first on Alamogordo News .

RRPD, Game and Fish issue advice for future sightings

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Fewer people know the history of the Land of Enchantment than Rob Martinez. In fact, it's his job to know more than most about it.Martinez holds the title of New Mexico state historian, a position he has held since 2019, and he holds his position

SANTA FE ─ In an e-mail, the Governor’s Press Offices said Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham arrived in Mexico City today as part of a trade mission to explore economic partnership opportunities between New Mexico and Mexico.The state is paying for their travel costs It goes on to say the governor

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Seeing with new eyes begins with empathy: understanding what others think, feel, and experience to build stronger connections and achieve shared goals. Southeast New Mexico College President Kevin Beardmore reflects on teaching, human behavior, and the transformative power of educators who introduce students to fresh perspectives, encouraging readers to remain

Events honoring Roswell's own Nancy Lopez, a Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Hall of Famer, came to a conclusion on Saturday with the Nancy Lopez Legacy Go…

The Roswell Police Department is investigating a shooting that resulted in two fatalities early Tuesday morning in the west part of the city.

Rep. Andrea Romero directed $50,000 for equipment and $50,000 for vehicles to the DA's Office from her capital outlay.

Andres Archuleta, who said he was fired over the now-rescinded rule, spoke ahead of the traditional Fiesta dance at the county building.

The crime log must be "open to public inspection during normal business hours." But a few schools took days to produce theirs.

The official said that these gifts are unrelated to the aides' official duties and comply with legal standards.

While a call from Sen. George Muñoz to a district engineer is memorialized in an email, he says he doesn't remember it.

Grant County residents began organizing following a public notice in the Silver City newspaper of a proposed data center.

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday announced that her office had sued the Federal Emergency Management Agency for failing to reimburse the New Mexico National Guard for at least $61 million in costs it incurred fighting a 2022 wildfire that the federal government inadvertently ignited.

War in Iran and high costs at groceries and gas pumps haven't deterred a certain politician from simple-minded diversionary tactics.

"When I see New Mexico Democrats manufacturing outrage over a social media post, I have to ask what they're really trying to accomplish," the …

The case accuses the platform of violating New Mexico's Unfair Practices Act by using and abusing members' personal data.

"We feel like we've protected against the policy ups and downs," said Dr. Miranda Durham, chief medical officer for the state Health Department.

The crash, which took place sometime before 6 a.m., snarled northbound traffic, leaving some stuck at a standstill for hours.

By Glenn Kay, For the Sun Rating: 2 out of 4 Running Time: 92 minutes This feature film from A24 is now in theaters. Genre film director Adam Wingard started making a name for himself among horror enthusiasts about 20 years ago, before really hitting the mark with the memorable

Staff Reports WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The Naabik’íyáti’ Committee advanced legislation approving the Navajo Nation Comprehensive Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 on a consent agenda during a special meeting held Sept. 4. Legislation No. 0192-26 appropriates almost $525 million for the Navajo Nation’s overall FY2027 operating budget. “The Comprehensive Budget

New Mexico Senate Minority Leader Bill Sharer (R-Farmington) on Tuesday accused a state lawmaker who recently resigned from her controversial job with a local prosecutor of engaging in a “pay to play” scheme by appropriating taxpayer dollars to the DA’s office before taking a job there.

National Park Service officials expect to restore a reliable water supply in the Grand Canyon within weeks. Officials announced the expected t…

Staff Reports WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The Law and Order Committee supported Legislation No. 0183-26, following an extensive discussion on school discipline, student rights, parental involvement, and the use of restorative justice practices for Navajo students, Aug. 31. The legislation proposes amendments to Title 10 of the Navajo Nation Code

Staff Reports SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Justice’s trial against Facebook concerning the Cambridge Analytica data breach began Sept. 8 in New Mexico’s First Judicial District Court. Following the Sept. 8 jury selection, the Court expects to begin Sept. 9 with opening statements, followed by witness testimony

Staff Reports SANTA FE — New Mexico State Parks will introduce its new mascot, Ranger Rio, at the New Mexico State Fair, which opens Sept. 10. Ranger Rio is inspired by one of New Mexico’s most iconic and adaptable wildlife species, the coyote. Found in every corner of the state,

The hotly contested U.S. Postal Service rule restricting mail-in voting usurps Congress’ authority, as well as states’ power to administer elections, more than 250 current and former members of Congress said in a filing to the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday. All 47 members of the U.S. Senate Democratic Caucus,

Man released by police as a trespasser after he protested Catholic doctrine

Aug. 23Michael Chmura, 64, of Rio Rancho, was summoned for disturbing the peace at St. Thomas Aquina ...

New Mexico lawmakers meeting in Las Cruces Tuesday morning said they’d like to replicate an agricultural program that offers jobs to at-risk youth to the communities that need it most across the state. The discussion came as legislators evaluate how to address the state's 32,000 young residents who neither work

One of the men told Santa Fe police he had been staying at the south-side house for two days after researching squatting online.

If a flurry of Friday filings are any indicator, litigation could keep the state from collecting for years.

Showers and thunderstorms are expected for much of the state in the coming days, while highs range from the mid-80s to low-100s.

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Police went Saturday to a residence near the intersection of Rufina Street and Atocha Road in response to a reported "accidental shooting."

It's the latest burst of back-and-forth strikes that have lurched the sides back toward open hostilities in a more than 6-month-old war.

The decisions Tuesday highlight the confusing nature of Missouri’s redistricting battle, which has spanned more than a year.

Next steps for district attorney unclear

Three New Mexico pueblos and one tribe on Friday wrapped up their closing arguments that a federal judge should step in to prohibit the online prediction market Kalshi from enabling what the plaintiffs allege amounts to illegal sports gambling on sovereign tribal land.

UPDATE (3:07 p.m.): The Doña Ana Board of County Commissioners moved Item 16, which would appoint 11 representatives to a Community Monitoring Committee for Project Jupiter to their next meeting on Sep. 22, 2026. SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) – The Doña Ana County Commission Chambers are packed Tuesday ahead

LAS CRUCES , New Mexico (KVIA) - U.S. Congressman Gabe Vasquez hosted a meeting with area veterans in Las Cruces today to discuss the issues faced by many veterans in Southern New Mexico. The group spoke about national issues and said funding and staffing should be added to the VA,

Socorro – On September 7th, 2026, Mixed martial arts legend and UFC Hall of Fame fighter Diego Sanchez was arrested by the Socorro Police Department on drunk driving charges. According to a criminal complaint, police were dispatched to a gas station in regards to Sanchez following a female inside and

The ban will take effect in three weeks and comes after Canada imposed retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in U.S. imports earlier Tuesday.

Senior defender Bailey King scored off a corner kick from Sebastian Castillo. Geovanni Mendoza scored from a Castillo assist and Abner Galindo scored off a corner kick from Lorenzo Munoz. The post Carlsbad Cavemen soccer finishes sixth at Roswell Coyote Classic Soccer Invitational appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

Police’s adaptation to technology threatens ‘more comprehensive profiles of people,’ advocates say

Albuquerque – Around 9AM, the Albuquerque Police Department was called to the westbound Frontage Road in reference to a two vehicle crash. When officers arrived, they found a semi-truck and a sedan had been involved in the crash. One vicitm died on scene and another was taken to UNMH with

EVANSTON, Illinios — The National Merit Scholarship Corporation has named two students in Sandoval C ...

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Public Schools is now accepting nominations for the 2027 RRPS Hallo of Honor ...

WASHINGTON — Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on American goods kicked in Tuesday, escalating a trade war with one of the largest U.S. trading partners that President Donald Trump continued to antagonize over the holiday weekend. Trump posted an AI-generated cartoon image of himself Sunday evening in which he is depicted as

The country’s two largest school districts — New York City and Los Angeles — banned most student use of artificial intelligence in classrooms for this school year as anxiety over AI’s effect on learning intensifies. The Los Angeles Unified School District announced last week that it is barring student use

Introductory class to be held Wednesday afternoon

This week, the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals will consider Louisiana’s arguments for tightening federal policy around a common abortion and miscarriage drug. The primary target of Louisiana v. Food and Drug Administration and similar lawsuits against mifepristone is to end a Biden-era policy allowing abortion pills to be

I can’t really remember the exact moment I began identifying as a feminist. I know it was early on – before I even knew what the word meant, before my first date, before someone told me I had to wear a bra, before the first time a man made me

WASHINGTON — Republicans are gathering in Dallas this week for an unprecedented midterm convention, where President Donald Trump and his GOP allies will look to sell their agenda, rake in campaign cash and galvanize voters amid a difficult political climate. The convention, a two-day affair at the American Airlines Center

Less than 10% of voters cast ballots in the Board of Trustees special election

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — With Monday’s Labor Day holiday pushing City Council’s meeting to Wednesday, councilors face an agenda heavy on technology alongside another fight with the mayor […]

Dora L. Garcia, 90, a long-time resident of Guachupangue and recently of Apple Valley in Española, NM, passed away with her loving dedicated caretaker daughter always by her side on August 19, 2026, briefly from an infection in which sepsis took hold of what her petite body could not overcome.

Ralph C. Martinez, 56, a life-long resident of Chimayó, NM, was called home by our Lord and Savior on August 22, 2026 after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Ralph was born on February 3, 1970 to Cornelio & Rosita Martinez. Ralph was a dedicated father, grandfather, son, brother,

Photos and story by Benjamin Koelkebeck Alamogordo News bkoelkebeck@elritomedia.com Ole’ Taco celebrates 50th anniversary Luz Elva and Benjamin Chavez established Ole’ Tacos in 1975, laying the groundwork for 50 years of family bonds and serving the community. The Mexican food restaurant at 319 Sudderth Drive celebrated its 50th anniversary on

J. Cameron Stewart Last Friday night, The Rock It, Rocket had the first “real” show in a long time down on New York Avenue. To say it was a success would be an understatement and a shout out to all that showed up to restore our faith in people having

Humane Society of Lincoln County Linkin’ Bark Linkin’ Bark, a 3‑year‑old lab mix, is on a heartfelt little quest to show the world that life really can get better when you’ve got the right dog cheering you on. He’s a lean, bright‑eyed, heart‑on‑his‑sleeve boy who has worked so hard to

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — With Monday’s Labor Day holiday pushing City Council’s meeting to Wednesday, councilors face an agenda heavy on technology alongside another fight with the mayor over who oversees the city attorney. Councilors will get another chance to take a crack at O-26-54, deciding whether to

Two week jury trial set, suspect will be tried as an adult

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen laid out, in detail Tuesday, how his office is expanding its Axon partnership to replace the Flock Safety camera network […]

By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – Dancemakers from around the world have the opportunity to bring their creative work to Albuquerque as applications open for Keshet’s 2027 Makers Space Experience. […]

By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – Albuquerque artist Alexa Wheeler is exploring the stories held by the ordinary objects we inherit. Her latest body of work, kept + carried, examines […]

A column published Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, on Page C-1 incorrectly listed the address for the Conversations Different live events with the gube…

SANTA FE — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced Thursday that the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) office has filed responses in support of two em…

PORTALES -- Two people have been displaced from their home but no one was injured in a Portales fire early Saturday morning, officials said. The Portales Fire Department was called to a residential structure fire near Ivy and South Avenue B, according to a city of Portales news release. “Crews

Buddy Jones was about 4 years old the only time he remembers meeting his uncle Melvin Jones. Buddy lived in Farmington. He'd gone with other family members to Portales to help Melvin's family dig a water well. Melvin was 18 or 19. "I really don't remember much about him other

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen laid out, in detail Tuesday, how his office is expanding its Axon partnership to replace the Flock Safety camera network it’s dismantling. Allen said in a press release the expanded partnership builds on Axon technology BCSO already uses through body-worn

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between September 1 and September 7, 2026: Alizandria Reed-Lopez, Disorderly Conduct, Public Nuisance, Battery Upon a Peace Officer, Resisting, Evading or Obstructing an Officer (Arrest), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Bobby Lucero, Negligent Use of a Deadly Weapon

It is hard to believe it has been 25 years this week since we experienced the horrible day now commemorated as Patriots Day. All my life people had talked about knowing exactly where they were when they heard about the attack on Pearl Harbor or the assassination of President John

TUCUMCARI - Author Cheryl Eichar Jett wanted to find women "whose stories deserved to be told" for their roles in the first century of Route 66. Her 10 years of research culminated in a book, "Aprons Away: Women's Work on Route 66." Eichar Jett stopped at the Tucumcari Railroad Museum

TUCUMCARI - The Quay County Health Council hosted a ceremonial ribbon-cutting on Aug. 31 for the recent opening of a Nurstead Mental Health drop-in center, therapy office and Sage House. The facility at 224 E. Center St., which opened in mid-August, helps clients deal with not only mental-health crises, but

Curry The following were recently booked into the Curry County Adult Detention Center: - Jose Daniel Vallejo-Gonzalez, 21, failure to appear (misdemeanor) - Domingo Miguel Ramos De Leon, 21, no driver’s license, failure to maintain traffic lane and aggravated DWI (.16 or above) - Sean Michael Omey, 31, probation violation

PORTALES -- Roosevelt County is making a bold claim, planting its flag as the green chile enchilada capital of the world. County commissioners on Sept. 1 voted unanimously to bestow the title on the county, a designation proposed by Commissioner Fabian Munoz, who made the case that the dish deserves

Clovis City Manager Justin Howalt said he plans to ask city commissioners for a moratorium on AI data centers. Howalt told commissioners at the close of their Sept. 3 meeting to expect a request for the moratorium at their next meeting Sept. 17. Howalt’s promise to address the controversial data

A Curry County sheriff’s deputy on Aug. 20 resigned his position in the midst of an investigation into his July 19 on-duty vehicle crash. A New Mexico Department of Public Safety misconduct report obtained by The News shows Deputy Clinton Cope was at fault for the crash with a civilian

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center has scheduled an open house for Sept. 16 “to discuss the Department of the Air Force’s per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, restoration efforts,” according to a Cannon Air Force Base news release. The open house is set for 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

AMARILLO – A Clovis man has pleaded guilty to his role in a major fentanyl bust. Wesley Flores, court records show, recently pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute fentanyl. Drug Enforcement agents executed a search warrant on Flores’ Chapparal street home in Clovis on April 11. They found

New Mexico’s richest horse races — and some of the state’s most prominent — are lined up to move to Texas next year. Ruidoso Downs Race Track owners Johnny and Jana Trotter, and Global Gaming Solutions have an agreement in place for the Quarter Horse Triple Crown Series to run

Most city vehicles will now be leased instead of purchased in a major change approved Sept. 3 by Clovis City Commission. City Manager Justin Howalt recommended the change as a better deal for the city. Howalt told commissioners that prior to the change the city budgeted $900,000 to purchase 16

TUCUMCARI — A wildfire last week burned about 2,700 acres northeast of the city, but firefighters brought it largely under control the same day it was reported. The fire first was reported about 3:45 p.m. on Sept. 3 off Quay Road AI west of U.S. 54, said the county’s emergency

GRADY – Senior quarterback Caden Croy threw for six touchdowns and ran for three more and Grady, the favorite to win the state 6-man title this fall, cruised to a 64-40 victory over 8-man Tatum in an 8-man matchup on Sept. 4. Croy had touchdown tosses of 18 and 40

TUCUMCARI - Don't always believe the MaxPreps.com prep football rankings, especially early in the season. That was the takeaway of No. 7-rated Eunice's commanding 41-6 non-district victory Sept. 4 over No. 2 Tucumcari at Rattler Stadium. The Cardinals (2-1), using a balanced attack, scored the first 20 points and stymied

From NMMI Sports Press, a recap of Friday's football game between the Loving Falcons and NMMI Colts. The post Loving drops New Mexico Military Institute in home opener appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

On a rural stretch of land in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, an open meadow filled with bright wildflowers, a memorial grove of trees and a giant boulder marks the spot where United Airlines Flight 93 crashed on Sept. 11, 2001. States Newsroom’s Pennsylvania Capital-Star Editor-in-Chief Tim Lambert recently revisited the national

Community opposition to data centers is rising fast, but big computing facilities still have at least one influential fan. “If I were the mayor of a town or the governor of a state and I had a chance to get a big … AI plant or data center, I would

A recently published scientific paper ties oil and gas operations in the Permian Basin to radioactive airborne plumes near the small New Mexico town of Loving.

Quantinuum has secured $100 million from the U.S. Department of Commerce's CHIPS office for research into scaling fault-tolerant trapped-ion quantum computers. The company will work with GlobalFoundries on ion trap fabrication and Monarch Quantum on laser components as part of strengthening domestic supply chains.

FORT SUMNER — After an absence of three years, the Melrose volleyball team returned to the winner’s circle by taking the championship of Fort Sumner’s Vixen Classic on Sept. 5. The unbeaten Lady Buffs swept Santa Rosa, 27-25, 25-8, 25-11, in the title clash after advancing with a 25-19, 20-25,

PORTALES - The city of Portales has turned its finances around, moving from nine audit findings to a clean opinion, and last week the state took notice. Mayor Mike Davidson revealed the honor to the council Sept. 1, having brought the award from the 69th Annual New Mexico Municipal League

Clovis and Portales both are hosting memorial ceremonies Friday marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks in New York and Washington, D.C. In Portales, the fire department has set a service to begin at 7 a.m. on the West Third Street side of Fire Station 1,

TUCUMCARI — By mutual agreement with the City Commission, Renee Hayoz agreed to end her employment as city manager effective immediately during a special meeting on Sept. 1. The commission then named Mike Cherry — a former mayor, city commissioner, county commissioner and fire chief — to be interim city

I think I just bumped into the next Woody Guthrie. Or a John Prine. Or maybe even Bruce Springsteen, if this young singer-songwriter’s brand of rock and folk and poetry and prose keeps rising in popular culture. His name is Jesse Welles, he’s 33 years old, and he’s a rising

I don’t know. What don’t I know? I don’t know exactly how you should live or every detail of your situation. I don’t know how to solve every possible random problem in the world. I don’t know what complications might arise. I don’t know solutions I can’t see or haven’t

College football started last week with games on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Most of the games consisted of teams such as the Briar Cliff Nuns playing The Slippery Rock Tadpoles, but it was college football and I vegged out on it. As much as I enjoy the game, there

A federal appeals court has reversed a ruling absolving Eastern New Mexico University of failing to protect three former members of the women’s basketball team from sexual abuse by their coach’s husband. The Sept. 1 decision by the 10th U.S. Circuit Court means the case is sent back to U.S.

Restriping was performed on Goeglein Gulch Road on Tuesday, causing slight traffic delays.Christian Burney

TEXICO — Junior quarterback Austin Haakma threw for 245 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions on 13-of-18 passing and senior Jahiem Moses had five catches for a game-high 125 yards receiving and three touchdowns as 2A No. 1 ranked Texico defeated visiting rival Farwell 41-13 on Sept. 4. Haakma connected

PORTALES -- Coming off a blowout win in their previous outing, it didn't take long to see that Portales High's game against Class 5A Santa Fe Capital on Friday night at Steve Loy Stadium would also be a mismatch. A running clock was in effect before halftime, and the Rams

PORTALES - It wasn't the finish to the Art Briles Legacy Reunion the veteran coach or the Eastern New Mexico University football team were hoping for. ENMU dropped its home-opener, 42-23, to visiting Colorado Mesa on Sept. 5 on a hot afternoon that got pushed back into the night because

TUCUMCARI - The 14th annual Fired Up festival on Saturday will have a couple of new twists. The main fire-inspired entertainment at the Tucumcari Historical Railroad Plaza near Second and Main streets will be by Inspyral Circus, based in a suburb of Tulsa, Okla. Odd-Lab, Fired Up's headline performer since

From a Press Release Moving Arts Española celebrated a culmination to a summer of arts classes with a sold out performance of El Agua es Vida, Aug. 9 at Santa Fe’s Lensic Performing Arts Center. After months of rehearsals, Moving Arts students and instructors took the stage. Under the visionary

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham posted several tweets between September 6-8, 2026 addressing New Mexico's historical identity and expressing concern over national economic conditions linked to ongoing conflict in Iran.

Western New Mexico University's volleyball team dropped its home opener against Adams State in three sets on Sept. 8. The Mustangs fought back several times but ultimately fell short in each frame. They next face Cameron University on Sept. 11.

Dolly Parton’s Family Banana Pudding is a nostalgic Southern-inspired dessert featuring homemade vanilla pudding, ripe but firm bananas and classic vanilla wafers.

U.S. Congressman Gabe Vasquez addressed both campaign criticisms and community advocacy on social media between September 7-8, 2026.

Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham is set to appear on the national stage this week as the GOP puts New Mexico’s closely watched 2nd Congressional District contest in the spotlight at its first-ever midterm convention in Dallas. Cunningham, the Republican nominee challenging Democratic U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez, is among a

President Donald Trump is headlining a first-ever “Midterm Convention” for the Republican Party this week in Dallas and at least one New Mexico candidate is on the announced agenda. This story was originally published at New Mexico Political Report, a nonprofit news service covering politics and policy in the Land

Rep. Andrea Romero Alright. Let's dive in to all the political news from New America. . . er. . . New Mexico. Talk about crashing and burning. State Rep. Andrea Romero has done both in grand style, leaving a promising political career in ruins. It is a story no one

The Artesia Bulldogs football team lost to the Centennial Hawks 37-14 on Thursday night at the Field of Dreams.

Inspired by the kind of Southern family cooking associated with Dolly Parton’s Tennessee roots, this version is rich, creamy and made for sharing. It is the perfect dessert for a Sunday supper, family gathering or anytime you want something wonderfully nostalgic. The post CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL: Dolly Parton’s Family Banana Pudding

This opinion column argues that politically motivated renaming has created confusion and cultural double standards. It examines changes involving Lake Ontario, Lee Highway, military bases, holidays, sports teams, and food brands such as Aunt Jemima and Uncle Ben’s, while questioning evolving terminology for parents, immigrants, and formerly incarcerated people. The

For fiscal 2027 the administration wants to cut NPS discretionary funding for park operations by 32% and reduce an already decimated staff level by 18%. The post Save our national parks appeared first on Ruidoso News .

The Community Foundation of Lincoln County is calling for grant applications from local nonprofits for its 2026 grant cycle. The application deadline is Oct. 1. The post Community Foundation of Lincoln County 2026 grant applications open for nonprofits appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Residents in either county affected by specific disasters in 2024 can receive assistance for their home ranging from minor repairs to reconstruction. The post NMDHSEM holds workshops for Home Recovery Program in Lincoln and Chaves Counties appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Pete Albo shares odds and ends of work with decedents and loved ones

By Wheeler CowperthwaiteSpecial to the SUN An Española man was bound over to district court on Aug. 24, on charges related to an alleged police pursuit where he backed into police cars that rammed his truck in an attempt to stop him. Manuel Quintana, 35, was bound over on charges

Cowboys Flying and jockey Nestor Duran surged in front early and dominated the field to win the All American Futurity by two lengths. The post Cowboys Flying remains undefeated in winning $3 million All American Futurity at Downs of Albuquerque appeared first on Ruidoso News .

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Nuclear waste shipments from Washington’s Hanford Site to the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant near Carlsbad will resume after a 15-year pause. Hanford cleanup workers are preparing about 11,000 containers of transuranic waste for certification and transport.

September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to strengthen awareness, encourage connection, and remind veterans and their families that support is available when they…

Several Guadalupe Street business owners say they are struggling to hang on financially since the downtown corridor's redesign.

After Tom Ward's death in May in the county jail, an internal investigation showed miscommunications during his intake.

Some have raised concerns that new rules follow a trend of the Public Regulation Commission stifling public participation.

Area 505 consists of 5,900 square feet, offering seating for nearly 300 patrons between its bar, dining rooms and patios.

Gas prices in the U.S. have hit a record high for Labor Day weekend, averaging $4.14 per gallon. This is nearly a dollar more than last year a…

Throughout his life, Kentucky writer Wendell Berry described death not as an end, but as a stage in a cycle of renewal. Those who die return in body to the earth and endure in the memory of those who loved them. In “Three Elegaic Poems,” dedicated to his dying grandfather,

Community Development and Engineering building faces demolition

Incumbent Democrat Joseph Maestas faces write-in Republican Joshua James Ryan Lawrence in the New Mexico State Auditor race.

New Mexico has landed in the crosshairs of President Donald Trump’s penchant for renaming. Trump took to Truth Social on Sunday to post a map of the state, crossing out the word “Mexico” and instead labeling it “New America.” It was one in a string of posts from the president,

Staff report The Otero County Magistrate Court has a new judge. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced September 1 that Joseph Cutts will serve as judge for Otero County Magistrate Court Division 2, filling a vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Albert R. Greene III. Greene stepped down from the

Richard “Black Skellington” Jennings, whose hometown is Alamogordo, will fight Quinten Culpepper, of Macon, Ga., for the 155-pound Professional Title in the main event. Jennings is fresh off a win at Albuquerque’s August 15 FightWorld MMA event against Josh “The Destroya” Montoya. The post Alamogordo MMA Event to Feature 15

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Sandoval County’s hypersonic missile campus is about to scale up fast. Castelion Corporation closed a $1 billion funding round in August and locked in a new Pentagon production contract — both aimed squarely at Project Ranger, the company’s manufacturing site west of Rio Rancho. The

Labor union membership continues to climb in the United States, though the increase remains sharply divided by the politics of individual states. Last year, the nation added more than 411,000 union members — the largest annual growth since 2008, according to a study published just ahead of the Labor Day

This story was originally reported by Chabeli Carrazana of The 19th. Meet Chabeli and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Congressional candidate JoAnna Mendoza can quickly rattle off prices from the grocery store in the small town of Eloy, Arizona, where she grew up. A couple

Cannabis businesses across the state say they’re frustrated with the transition to a new tracking system mandated by regulators because it’s causing them to lose money.

New Mexico Democratic elected officials quickly denounced a Sunday post on Truth Social by President Donald Trump that proposed, visually, changing New Mexico’s name to New America. Trump’s post followed a satirical post that inaccurately claimed he had signed an executive order to that effect, which the fact-checking site Snopes

By Wheeler CowperthwaiteSpecial to the SUN A Dulce man pleaded guilty to a single count of assault resulting in serious bodily injury on Aug. 10, leaving his sentence up to the judge. Dennison Billy Jr., 36, admitted in a plea deal to beating his girlfriend, causing “orbital and nasal bone

The Savannah River Site in South Carolina will begin shipping highly radioactive, remote-handled waste to New Mexico’s Waste Isolation Pilot Plant after testing confirmed containers posed no flammable-gas risk.

President Donald Trump spent Sunday doing what he has repeatedly proven capable of doing: posting an outrageous meme, sitting back, and watching Democrats rush to respond. This time, New Mexico’s entire Democratic political establishment practically lined up to take the bait. Trump shared an altered map of New Mexico on

Company wins small-business award, owner speaks to mindset of being ‘an unstoppable force for good’

New Mexico – On Labor Day weekend, President Donald Trump posted on his Truth Social the idea of renaming New Mexico to New America. It had the word Mexico crossed out with America above it. It caught the ire of many New Mexicans and New Mexican politicians. But, President Trump

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 offer watercolor classes Thursday (9/3), Sept. 10 and Sept. 17. Learn the basics of watercolor paining. All

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Using lessons from his sons’ rodeo careers, Steven V. McCutcheon argues that accountability—not excuses—is what the New Mexico Republican Party needs.

New Mexico Democratic elected officials pushed back at President Donald Trump's social media posts suggesting a name change for the state.

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)-- On Sunday, President Trump posted an image on his Truth Social account of the state of New Mexico. Although, Mexico in New Mexico was crossed out and America was put below it. The post is already generating buzz. Democratic congressman Gabe Vasquez sent out a

ABQ RAW’s Top Stories brings together the most important headlines across the metro area in one easy recap. From police investigations and emergency response updates to community-impacting events, this weekly roundup highlights the stories shaping Albuquerque right now. This week’s roundup is sponsored by Singleton Schreiber, a personal injury law

By Pat Davis, The Paper. & New Mexico Political Report — “Oh hell no!” “Pendejo.” Those were just some of the more polite reactions from New Mexicans on Sunday to […]

Albuquerque – Homicide detectives from the Albuquerque Police Department are investigating the death of a 17-year-old male who was dropped off at a local hospital overnight. Around 2 AM on Sunday, police say the victim was dropped off at Presbyterian Hospital with an apparent gunshot wound. APD did not say

City of Durango Monday, Sept. 7 Closed for Labor Day Tuesday, Sept. 8 Business Improvement District Board Meeting, 8:30 a.m., BID Office, 850½ Main Ave., Suite 2 La Plata County Wednesday, Sept. 9 Wildfire and Watershed Protection Fund Committee, Board...

Many Chaparral students rely on higher education benefits that are under threat from a U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit.

The state Justice Department made the request after the teen was left to cross the border alone to reunite with his mother.

As New Mexico’s population ages, nearly a quarter of the state’s nursing homes received one star out of a possible five.

By Wheeler CowperthwaiteSpecial to the SUN A year after pleading guilty in three cases to felony drug charges, a Medanales man was bound over on a charge of felon in possession of a firearm after being pulled over with three guns in his mother’s car. Alexander Lucero, 30, was bound

Plaintiffs’ attorneys say Genesis HealthCare’s sale is unlikely to make injured patients whole or improve quality issues.

The Trump administration has proposed repealing the 2001 Roadless Rule, potentially opening 1.6 million acres of New Mexico national forests to logging and road construction, including 158,000 acres in Lincoln National Forest. Supporters cite wildfire prevention and local forest management, while environmentalists and Democratic lawmakers warn of industrial development, threats

New concessionaire Sky Dine is finishing up Steamworks and Desert Sun shops

By Wheeler CowperthwaiteSpecial to the SUN A Canjilon woman is asking a judge to dismiss charges against her for aggravated battery and leaving the scene of an accident causing great bodily harm, stemming from a 2024 incident in which she allegedly hit a man with her truck. New Mexico State

The NMSU Aggies took on Mercyhurst looking to defend home turf at Aggie memorial stadium. New Mexico state came out of the gates firing against the lakers. The very first play from scrimmage, Nick Session jumps the route, picks it off, fights through traffic and leaps right into the end

New Mexico Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 8, 2026 More Stories New Mexico Lottery Pick 3 Day, Pick 3 Evening results for Sept. 6, 2026 New Mexico Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 5, 2026 Brad Weems lays out vision for Las Cruces International

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This opinion column examines politically motivated name changes, from Lake Ontario and the Gulf of Mexico to Virginia’s Lee Highway, military forts, sports teams and brands such as Aunt Jemima and Uncle Ben’s. It argues that revising language and symbols to address historical or cultural concerns can become inconsistent, confusing

Albuquerque – Officers from the Albuquerque Police Department’s Southwest Area Command arrested the suspect in Friday’s afternoons murder downtown after a city bus driver recognized him from an overnight police bulletin. Around 7:40 AM on September 5, APD officers took 36-year-old Juan Maestas into custody near the Central and Unser

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Family medicine residents will begin rotations at Gila Regional Medical Center this month in a new partnership with the University of New Mexico, hosp...

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State leaders are breathing a sigh of relief that the Trump administration’s threats to eliminate the Federal Emergency Management Agency have subsided. But experts say there’s still confusion about President Donald Trump’s decisions to approve or deny disaster declarations, leaving states with uncertainty about whether they can expect federal recovery

Additional pre-trial litigation leaves insufficient time for October hearing

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and Artesia Public Library is encouraging residents to discover its books, magazines, internet, digital resources, local history, programs and more.

Grants have dried up as community members crave economic development

From a Press Release New Mexico State Police will conduct sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols and registration, insurance and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during September. They are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising. The New Mexico

New Mexico Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 8, 2026 More Stories New Mexico Lottery Pick 3 Day, Pick 3 Evening results for Sept. 6, 2026 New Mexico Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 5, 2026 Brad Weems lays out vision for Las Cruces International

New Mexico Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 8, 2026 More Stories New Mexico Lottery Pick 3 Day, Pick 3 Evening results for Sept. 6, 2026 New Mexico Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 5, 2026 Brad Weems lays out vision for Las Cruces International

New Mexico Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 8, 2026 More Stories New Mexico Lottery Pick 3 Day, Pick 3 Evening results for Sept. 6, 2026 New Mexico Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 5, 2026 Brad Weems lays out vision for Las Cruces International

A Capitan woman pleaded no contest to six misdemeanor animal cruelty charges after officers found two dead pets and several emaciated animals inside her abandoned home. Shannah Coleman received three years of probation, while felony charges were dropped under a plea agreement. Three rescued dogs were reportedly adopted, and three

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

With the announcement Thursday that the Triple Crown of quarter horse racing will be moved 550 miles to the east, from Ruidoso Downs to Grand Prairie, Texas, in 2027, …

FLEX system allows for personalized way to produce RNA targeted at cancer treatment

Trustees will face another race in 2028

Taos’ shortage of primary care physicians and healthcare options generally will likely worsen in early October, when Taos Whole Health Integrative Care clinic will shut its doors for good.

Office remains two positions short as number of parcels continues to grow

'I shot him. I was scared for my life'

Time served concurrent with an Archuleta County drug charge

Friday (Sept. 4), according to Taos Municipal Schools District Superintendent Antonio Layton, Jr., was “just one of those days.”

Front page of the Aug. 30, 1919 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Mr. Hand’s fourth pupils’ recital at Tamme opera house on Saturday evening was in every way a great success. Hand’s orchestra, composed of violins, Miss Atkins and Mr. Brockmann; clarinet, Mr. Labadie; cornet, Mr. Meyers; double bass,

Guest Commentary by Dave Contarino – Governor Bill Richardson was always forward thinking and he pressed those of us closest to him to follow suit. Whether challenging staff to look skyward with Spaceport America or building on the transcontinental spirit of America’s railroads with the Railrunner, Richardson imparted on his

Alamogordo girls soccer fell 4-0 to Artesia on Sept. 3 at Riner Steinhoff Complex after conceding all four goals in the first half.

By Rodd Cayton Traffic is frequently on the minds of Corraleños, and the Village Council will put it in the spotlight once again at its Sept. 8 meeting. An ongoing review of the village’s uniform traffic code reaches an important stage, with councilors discussing the latest draft. The revision has

Surviving children travel to Las Vegas to attend the funeral of their estranged father, a little-known author. Arriving there, they discover that their old man’s posthumously published book has become an international best-seller. Soon they are embroiled in the legends and lore of the enchanted town. Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Vasquez argued for policy changes like his Careworker Visa Act, which would create a new visa for child- and eldercare workers.

At issue are permission for an emergency well for the data center and a pause in the process for obtaining an air quality permit.

Aug. 15 The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley. Española Police officers, Ohkay Owingeh Tribal Police, Rio

The controversy surrounding Democrat state Rep. Andrea Romero is widening after a taxpayer-funded public relations firm hired to assist New Mexico’s Jeffrey Epstein “truth commission” became entangled in Romero’s personal political crisis — and then abruptly parted ways with the commission. Romero, who chairs the Survivors Truth Commission examining Epstein’s

Enrique Orozco-Perez leaves at the end of September to continue immigration advocacy work on the East Coast

Artesia defeats Roswell 3-0 on Tuesday.

Splash Down Diving builds community and fosters growth

The rescue provides a lifelong home for equines that need it

By Eddie Campos We are all familiar with the process of roasting chiles using a cylindrical burner powered by propane. After the roasting process, we bring our Southern and Central New Mexico chiles home and shuck the thick outer skin, which is easily done in about an hour, depending on

New Mexico Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 8, 2026 More Stories New Mexico Lottery Pick 3 Day, Pick 3 Evening results for Sept. 6, 2026 New Mexico Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 5, 2026 Brad Weems lays out vision for Las Cruces International

New Mexico Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 8, 2026 More Stories New Mexico Lottery Pick 3 Day, Pick 3 Evening results for Sept. 6, 2026 New Mexico Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Day results for Sept. 5, 2026 Brad Weems lays out vision for Las Cruces International

National parks draw hundreds of millions of visitors and billions in economic activity, yet face a $24 billion maintenance backlog and severe staffing cuts. Sherry Robinson argues that diverting National Park Service recreation fees to presidential “beautification” projects, while reducing park operations funding, threatens safety, accessibility, conservation, and the rangers

This opinion column supports the Stop Insider Trading Act, which would require greater financial transparency from members of Congress, and questions Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez’s opposition to it. The writer also critiques her positions on student debt, college tuition and immigration, arguing that Republican candidate Martin Zamora would better represent

New Mexico communities will come together this month for more than 30 events across 20 counties, connecting people with recovery resources and support as part of Recov…

City administration offices and certain other city facilities will be closed on Monday, in observance of Labor Day. Some city services will have an adjusted schedule f…

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced the appointment of Joseph Cutts to serve as judge for the Otero County Magistrate Court, Division 2, filling a vacancy left b…

Nancy Lopez said she was “very humbled” as she spoke Wednesday morning to a crowd of around 200 people gathered at the southern end of the Roswell Relief Route for a r…

On Wednesday at around 7 p.m., members of the local Elks Lodge on North Montana Avenue alerted the fire department about a brushfire just south from them on a neighbor…

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has issued updated guidance and extended a standing order for the 2026-27 COVID-19 vaccines, which are expected to start ar…

Deming police are seeking witnesses and video evidence following a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run late Saturday night on Pear Street. The Deming Police ...

By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff A Deming man faces an attempted murder charge after police allege he fired a gun at a man’s face during a Wednesd...

By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff A Deming woman faces a third-degree felony charge alleging she attempted to kidnap a person Aug. 23, according to...

RUIDOSO DOWNS, N.M. (KVIA) -- Some of Ruidoso Downs Race Track's events will move to a track near Dallas, according to a news release. Ruidoso Downs Race Track & Casino said the following events will move to Grand Prairie, Texas: Quarter Horse Racing Triple Crown Series, the All-American Super Select

Battery occurred not far from Rio Rancho dispensary

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A now-former Silver High School teacher was arrested Wednesday morning on felony charges of possession and distribution of child sexual abuse material...

A Wyoming woman accused of shooting her 11-month-old son two days before Christmas will serve at least 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to a m...

Jevon Martinez was arrested Wednesday after allegedly showing up to the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday with a pickup full of dismantled Flock Safety cameras. Martinez reportedly claimed he was returning the devices days after Sheriff John Allen cancelled contracts with the controversial company.

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SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) -- A roadway project will start on NM 273 in Sunland Park on Sept. 10, the New Mexico Department of Transportation said. The $5.2 million investment will span five miles of NM 273. NMDOT said it will include milling and repaving of the existing road. Crews

TULAROSA, N.M. (KVIA) -- For the first time in her life, Hootie the owl is flying free. She was recently released to the wild at Floren Family Farms in Tularosa, New Mexico -- not far from where she was found as a helpless little owlette under a pine tree. Hootie

SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) -- Rock musician Rick Springfield will perform at Sunland Park Casino Sept. 18, the casino announced Wednesday. Fans of Springfield can see him play live starting at 8 p.m. He will headline a one-night-only outdoor show. The casino said the concert will take place outside the

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Mayor Tim Keller stood before Burqueños weeks ago and laid out his vision for Albuquerque’s future in his first State of the City address […]

By Miles Barth El Rito Media Hoof prints mark the decimated garden next to Genevieve Baca’s Ojo Caliente home. Baca, 53, spent the summer cultivating the garden but eight cows have been grazing, sleeping and watering in and around the trailer park in which she resides, since Aug 4. They

New Mexico Democrats have lost their effort to place replacement candidates on the November ballot in two state House districts after the New Mexico Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the party missed a clear statutory deadline. The divided decision, with Justice Michael Vigil dissenting, leaves Republican candidates unopposed in House

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Mayor Tim Keller stood before Burqueños weeks ago and laid out his vision for Albuquerque’s future in his first State of the City address of his third term. But one idea drafted in his speech never made it to the microphone: an “honest conversation”

SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) -- New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez announced Thursday that the state Department of Justice filed responses supporting two emergency petitions before the state Supreme Court. NMDOJ argued that state agencies cut corners on legally required processes to accommodate the Project Jupiter data center. Project Jupiter

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Albuquerque’s cracked, dry stretch of the Rio Grande got wet again Thursday, as a one-time water release made its way downriver — though the […]

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Ten Flock Safety cameras sat stacked in the bed of a Rio Rancho man’s pickup after he admittedly removed them and livestreamed the act […]

By Rodd Cayton, The Paper.– The main theme of the Sept. 3 burial service at Fairview Memorial Park was that everyone matters. Robert Noblin, speaking at the Bernalillo County annual […]

By Amanda MartinezSpecial to the SUN The Española City Council’s approval of more renovations at Ranchitos Park will please people who play baseball, basketball and pickleball. Those who play tennis may not love the project. The council unanimously approved the $875,000 Capital Outlay-funded renovation project at the Aug. 25 regular

By Glen RosalesSpecial to the SUN There is no time like the present for local high school football teams to get a little healthier, and perhaps squeeze in a few more wins in heading to the season’s third week. Española Valley at Bernalillo 7 p.m. Friday The honeymoon period for

By Glen RosalesSpecial to the SUN For most of the local high school football teams, it was a rough second week of the season, with all but one team losing. Portales 58, Española Valley 6 For just over a quarter, the host Sundevils (1-1) were giving the Rams quite a

By Glen RosalesSpecial to the SUN If ever a program needed a breath of fresh air, Pojoaque Valley High School boys soccer was it. The team went 1-38 combined over the last two seasons and coaching change was made, as 1994 Pojoaque alum David Mowry takes over the Elks, bringing

By Glen RosalesSpecial to the SUN Two wins may not seem like much, but when coming off a winless season in which the Pojoaque Valley High School girls soccer team did not even score, last season was a tremendous success. So going 2-16-1 while scoring nine goals and being more

By Miles Barth El Rito Media Jacob Torres is on a mission and hopes his 6,000 corms take Under the shade of a tree planted by his great-great-grandfather, Jacob Torres, of Española, strategized with a handful of volunteers on Aug. 14, to determine the best way to sow 6,000 saffron

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Ten Flock Safety cameras sat stacked in the bed of a Rio Rancho man’s pickup after he admittedly removed them and livestreamed the act online. Now, he faces felony charges and says the removal was a political statement. Deputies stopped Jevon Martinez, 44, yesterday,

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Albuquerque’s cracked, dry stretch of the Rio Grande got wet again Thursday, as a one-time water release made its way downriver — though the agencies behind it are clear this is a science project, not a fix. The Water Authority and a coalition of

Evening football games are hoped to become a luminary tradition

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — When Burqueños look at local and federal crime reports, they might be surprised to find that Washington and City Hall disagree on exactly how […]

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