Early risers were able to see the Earth's shadow partially cover the full moon on Tuesday morning as it set over south Roswell.

Feds dismiss case after officer's credibility questioned

$4.5 million gift will fund 10 full-tuition scholarships 'in perpetuity'

Anthony and Elizabeth Osborne, known for traveling across the country to help people experiencing homelessness, now find themselves without a home.

National Science Foundation cites years of reduced operations and 'recent safety concerns' tied to mercury leak

A year after Brion Teel-Scott was killed by fellow airmen, his father says Kirtland’s silence and lack of answers have shattered his faith in the Air Force

Policy will grade prospective corporations on how much they give back to the community

Angela Watkins described the public library as a “second responder.” Like rural libraries throughout New Mexico, Aztec Public Library provides services far beyond books to the town’s 6,000 residents, said Watkins, the library director. It serves as a central access point for reliable internet, free classes and resources ranging from

New Mexicans exposed to radiation from the 1945 nuclear Trinity test and uranium mining can now seek help from various state agencies to apply for newly-available federal benefits. New Mexico chaptered Senate Memorial 27 on Feb. 25, just days after the measure unanimously passed the chamber in the recent legislative

EDGEWOOD, N.M. —Edgewood police have released body camera footage showing officers responding to a call abouta young girl found running barefoot down the street in the cold, which led to the arrest of her mother, Chelsea Kent.A witness described the encounter, saying, "I had just pulled over, I got out,

SANTA FE – Prosecutors began presenting never-before-seen video depositions of Meta executives at a trial in New Mexico on Tuesday to bolster accusations that the social media conglomerate failed to disclose what it knows about harmful effects to children on its platforms, including Instagram. New Mexico prosecutors are billing depositions

State still ranks among the bottom nationwide despite gains

Diminished snow pack in New Mexico, as well as ongoing drought and above-normal temperatures, could mean an active wildfire season across the state through June, according to a new long-term forecast and the National Weather Service. Fire season has already begun in New Mexico: Much of northeast New Mexico is

Unseasonably warm, dry weather breaks decades-old highs across New Mexico and brings fire danger warnings even as a brief cool-down looms later in the week.

US Attorney's Office for South Carolina files notice against Jaremy Smith in death of EMS worker

Jonathan Strickland sued the city, officers for 'reckless' lethal force

Ruling means gubernatorial candidate remains on track to appear on June primary election ballot

A group of former Peace Corps volunteers met March 1 at Three Rivers Pizzeria to kick off Peace Corps Week in America. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed a proclamation establishing the week of March 1-7 as a time to recognize the Peace Corps and the many volunteers who have served

Española Mayor John Ramon Vigil lost his reelection bid Tuesday night; according to preliminary results, former city councilor Dennis Tim Sala…

AeroVironment will expand manufacturing at three sites in the Sandia Science & Technology Park

News comes days after US Fish and Wildlife OKs shooting of wolf in Catron County

Former Interior secretary would raise minimum wage, ban rent fixing and invest in renewable energy if elected

Voters in Rio Rancho will head back to the polls for a runoff to decide the next mayor between Paul Wymer and Alexandria Piland.

In a new interactive series, community members pressed DA and gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman on juvenile crime, gun violence and how New Mexico can deliver justice for victims

has many athletes to recognize for their accomplishments in 4A District 5.Promise Garcia was named All-District First team for the GHS Girls’ Basketball Team.…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Three of the five finalist candidates for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president will be on campus this week, and their visits will include opportunities for them to meet with the public. Public meet-and-greets will be from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has launched a telehealth family planning program to help New Mexicans access affordabl…

Grants, N.M. - Celebrating the rich legacy of the Mother Road, America’s Main Street, the Route 66 Centennial Traveling Exhibit will be on view in Grants, NM…

US-Israel attacks on Iran trigger deadly counterstrikes, rising death tolls and grounded flights across the Middle East.

The San Juan College Four Corners Tax Help program saw an increase in its financial impact across the region, submitting 1,893 tax returns in 2025, up from the 1,515 returns completed in 2024, the college reported in a news release. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance grant-funded program generated $1.475 million

Mescalero Apache consider deal for land west of Las Cruces

One of the five finalists for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president is no longer in the running. A Tuesday afternoon press release from WNMU said Cameron Wesson, provost and vice president for academic affairs at La Salle University, has withdrawn from consideration. He had been scheduled to make a

Some New Mexico voters headed to the polls Tuesday for a series of municipal elections across the state, delivering decisive victories in some cities, razor-thin margins in others, and at least one high-profile mayoral upset. In Española, incumbent first-term Mayor John Ramon Vigil was defeated by former City Councilor Dennis

Sponsor Nichole Rogers said legislation gives local Black community 'a seat at the table'

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent A Gila National Forest spokesperson confirmed that Pinos Altos Exploration/Ivanhoe Electric withdrew their plan of operations to explore 642 mining claims staked around Pinos Altos, covering 13,264 acres from Signal Peak in the east to Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery on the west. Ivanhoe

ALBUQUERQUE — Nearly 3,000 New Mexicans have been trained for infrastructure and climate-ready careers — far surpassing the statewide target of 2,000 by the end of the year.

Albuquerque - Just before 7:05 PM, officers with the Albuquerque Police Department responded to a report of a shooting near Coors Blvd NW and Fortuna Rd NW. Albuquerque Fire Rescue crews were also dispatched. Two people with gunshot wounds were transported to a local area hospital. One woman is in

Jurors in New Mexico's trial against Meta are set to hear testimony Wednesday from Facebook founder and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

15 states say the CDC's new childhood vax requirements unlawful

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Two new town advisory committees will be looking at solutions for economic development and recycling after the Silver City Town Council approved their creation at the council meeting Tuesday night. Resolutions forming the Economic Development Research Committee and the Reuse and Recycle Committee were

An Aztec woman has been charged with second‑degree murder in the death of Lana Justice, also of Aztec. Bonita Lynn Schultze, 66, was arrested March 3 after a nearly two‑month investigation into the disappearance and killing of Justice, who last made contact with her family on Jan. 14. Justice was

Troy Weisler will step down March 13 as the state prepares to name his successor

For the first time in its history, the Western New Mexico University (WNMU) men's basketball team has been ranked in the NCAA Division II South Central Regional Rankings.

The Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation (RCCEDC) joins communities across the nation in celebrating National Agriculture Week, March 15-21, recogniz…

AAA issues parking lot driving recommendations that include being more attentive to drivers and pedestrians

Hospital expects nearly 3,000 babies to be born in 2026, Presbyterian spokesperson says

Venezuelan national was arrested by federal agents a year ago in Las Cruces

Albuquerque Fire Rescue leadership and council agree, though union still faces alleged labor board violations

Two people were wounded in a shooting Tuesday night near Coors and Fortuna in northwest Albuquerque.

Albuquerque - On March 4th, 2026, 26-year-old career felon Andrew Zuni had a brazen idea of lighting a stolen car on fire near the intersection of Copper Ave. NE and Cagua Dr. NE. According to a criminal complaint, Zuni was driving a stolen Chevy Aveo around Albuquerque and was catching

Notes and tidbits from Monday's meeting

Pair allegedly fired on New Mexico State Police sergeant, carjacked motorists and hid for two days before arrest near Fort Sumner

SANTA ROSA — Procedural error accounts for why charges against an Albuquerque man facing 11 counts, four of them felonies, were not filed for …

Diagnosis is New Mexico's first confirmed case of 2026

New Mexico’s push to curb litter gained momentum in Farmington over the weekend as 36 volunteers joined Young Ambassador Sosonia Nezwood for a cleanup along the Animas River Walk. Nezwood hosted the event Sat., Feb. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. as part of the New Mexico Department of

A new fire named the Helen Fire has rapidly spread to 1,000 acres near Mora.

Wednesday in New Mexico started between two to 20 degrees cooler than Tuesday with some areas seeing some breezy winds.

Spokeswoman: Heinrich never met with Epstein or approved the lunch invitation

Orlando RomeroOrlando Romero, a cherished member of the community, passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on May 24, 1941, in Cubero, New…

‘We’re kind of dependent on hope,’ UNM fire ecologist says

World-renowned French composer's emails detail close ties with disgraced financier

For the past several weeks, many residents who rely on Roswell Transit’s north-south route have been walking more to visit the Walmart Supercenter.

Governor will choose replacement for embattled prosecutor to rebuild DA's office

Across New Mexico, students are being recognized for their efforts and achievements through the Ultimate Backpack Giveaway, an initiative organized by the New Mexico Oil & Gas Association (NMOGA).

Law enforcement and loved ones on what would have been Sgt. Michael Schlattman’s 53rd birthday gather to remember his life after he was killed during an I-40 traffic stop

President touts a booming economy and new health care plans, as NM lawmakers boycott his address

Zachary Clay, 41, accused of holding up bank with a hatchet

A Farmington man is being held without bond in the San Juan County Detention Center after three February criminal incidents, including a weekend machete incident that led to a lockdown at the Animas Valley Mall and nearby schools. Eric Lacy, 42, has a lengthy criminal record that includes charges of

Roundabout would address traffic flow and safety concerns at N.M. 333 and N.M. 217 intersection, according to NMDOT

From crime bills to child care and road funding, here’s what lawmakers passed — and what got left on the Roundhouse cutting-room floor

Albuquerque - Around 12:50 AM, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 5300 block of Menaul Blvd. NE, near the intersection of Menaul Blvd. and San Mateo Blvd. NE. Upon arrival, they located an adult male victim in a white SUV near

Police in Santa Fe arrested four men during an online child predator sting operation – and more arrests could be coming.

Gonzales sisters return to reclaim podium, upholding family tradition in homegrown winter sports event

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Cibola County residents considering a run for local office now have a major deadline on the calendar. Filing Day is Tuesday, March 10,…

A federal court has, for the third time, ordered the U.S. Department of Education to continue mental health grants to schools, but the superintendent of Silver Consolidated Schools isn’t ready to declare a total victory. A three-judge panel in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday denied the Education

Police say argument preceded killing in the Northeast Heights

'We are coordinating closely with local authorities,' according to Kirtland Air Force Base

Diego Lopez, EditorCIBOLA COUNTY, shows a sharp setback in mountain snowpack and continued slow decline at Bluewater Lake, while the Rio San Jose registered…

A vehicle crash displaced a large concrete divider at a bus stop on southbound Coors between Paseo and Irving, blocking the sidewalk.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Police are responding to a shooting in northwest Albuquerque.An Albuquerque Police Department spokesperson confirmed a shooting happened in the area of Coors Boulevard and Fortuna Road NW. The shooting injuries are not believed to be deadly.AdvertisementIt is unknown how many people were injured.Police detectives are beginning to investigate

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff A good yard sale attracts a crowd, and that’s just what Silver Consolidated Schools found when it opened up the basement of Sixth Street Elementary School on Saturday, offering items from the school’s past for free. Superintendent William Hawkins said there were so many

SANTA FE, N.M. —Police arrested four suspects amid a multiday operation to combat online child sexual predators in Santa Fe.Detectives used undercover accounts across several websites and chatting apps to communicate directly with alleged offenders.AdvertisementThe suspects arrested are Eduardo Ramirez, 59, Harold Adams, 55, of Lubbock, Texas, Tomas Cacjo, 29,

Defense manufacturer AeroVironment, Inc. plans to expand its Albuquerque campus and more than double its workforce in the next decade, the company announced alongside New Mexico Economic Development Department officials Tuesday morning. Company officials said they would expand the footprint of their Albuquerque hub near Kirtland Air Force Base with

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff A civil rights lawsuit filed Feb. 13 alleges that a former Bayard police officer sexually abused, coerced and inflicted violence on a 16-year-old girl while in his professional capacity. The lawsuit, filed by Singleton Schreiber LLP and co-counsel Daniel Marquez for a plaintiff referred

Roughly 50% of New Mexico’s state revenue comes from taxing oil and gas sales in the Permian Basin

Delisting lifts special federal rules to avoid disruptions to the birds' habitat, which includes New Mexico

FAA responds by closing more airspace near El Paso

Agency disputes misspending allegation, but says it's implementing new internal controls

Projection for FY26 marks second-consecutive year in the red as one-term mayor seeks reelection

WAGON MOUND, N.M. —A significant grass fire response underway near Wagon Mound in Mora County.The fire has been named the Helen Fire and has burned about 300 acres on private land, according to the Mora County Sheriff's Office.AdvertisementThe New Mexico Forestry Division said no structures are threatened on Tuesday afternoon,

Councilor Paul WymerRio Rancho, the state's third largest city, chose GOP City Councilor Paul Wymer as their favorite mayoral candidate last night, sending him to an April 14 run-off election with Democrat Alex Piland.Wymer goes into that second election a heavy favorite after claiming 45 percent of the vote in

Critical fire weather conditions are expected Tuesday afternoon across eastern New Mexico due to dry conditions and gusty winds.

New Mexico State Police Chief Troy Weisler has announced his retirement effective March 13, 2026.Weisler served with New Mexico State Police for 23 years.AdvertisementWeisler was appointed as the chief of state police in 2023.Weisler began his career with State Police as a patrol officer in Deming and Moriarty in 2002.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —AeroVironment, Inc. announced a $30 million expansion of its Albuquerque defense manufacturing campus on Tuesday, a move expected to create more than 450 jobs and generate over $670 million in economic impact over the next decade.The project is supported by $5 million from the State of New Mexico

SANTA FE, N.M. —The reverberations of warfare in the Middle East are being felt around the world, and in cities across the United States, extra measures are being taken to protect synagogues, mosques, community centers, and any other buildings that might be seen as supporting one side or the other.The

SANTA FE, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Health has launched a telehealth family planning program to help New Mexicans access affordable reproductive care…

Towman still faces charges after 55-mile chase, gunfire

They were arrested in Fort Sumner, authorities said

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - As February turned into March, fishing in Cibola County took another step toward spring.Bluewater Lake is OPEN and ICE-FREE, which is the…

Quick decision finds Nathan Rivas, 18, guilty of first-degree murder in 2025 Las Cruces shooting

Carmen C. GonzalesCarmen C. Gonzales, 88, of Milan, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026. She was born on June 18, 1937, in Terrero, New…

KEWA PUEBLO, N.M. —A letter by the Santo Domingo Pueblo Administration to the community explains how members can obtain a free ID.The Census will issue free Tribal IDs to enrolled tribal members from Tuesday, March 3, to the end of May. This comes as the 2026 administration states it is

The new cases at southern New Mexico detention centers raise state’s total to five in 2026

Residents of the neighborhoods around Juniper Street pleaded with the New Mexico Department of Transportation to further consider the traffic and safety ramifications of proposed changes to U.S. 180 that would cut off direct access to their homes during a public meeting on the project Thursday night at the Grant

City also elects four city councilors and a municipal judge in one of the remaining holdouts from statewide local election

A walking tour of the Pinos Altos Creek trail on Monday afternoon brought attention to some needed improvements to bridges — both the literal and figurative kind. Members of the town’s Trails and Open Space Committee walked the trail, which has been improved in some places, and viewed the bridges

Longtime administrator and educator will help advance high school financial literacy goals, manage budget

The service will feature a 30-seat jet and one round-trip flight per day

FARMINGTON – The Farmington High baseball team opened its home schedule Tuesday with a dominant doubleheader sweep of Kirtland Central at Ricketts Park. The Scorpions claimed Game 1, 11-0, then rolled to a 20-0 victory in Game 2, using explosive finishing innings to seal both wins. In the opener, Farmington

Former AG Balderas: Cooperation between state and federal investigators was 'one-way'

2-year-old Weimaraner suffers from behavior disorder

The Hurley Town Council hired Aaron Ordoñez for an open patrolman position during a special meeting Wednesday, but tabled consideration of Marcus Salas for a second open patrol position until their regular meeting on March 10. Police Chief Kevin Vigil said that he was the only officer in the department

Neil McCasland was reported missing on Friday morning

ALBUQUERQUE — A former federal wildlife disease expert is now leading New Mexico’s Veterinary Diagnostic Services (VDS) Division, bringing spe…

Heinrich says attack broke Trump campaign promise ‘to end wars, not start them’

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent In December 2024, the Daily Press reported that Dollar General was exploring plans to open a store near Hanover, and now, more than a year later, after some patient waiting by residents, the company’s newest store in Grant County opened March 1 at 2700

Sgt. Michael Schlattman was killed during traffic stop on Interstate 40 on Monday

New Mexico Republican Steve Pearce, a former congressman for the state, is one step closer to leading the federal Bureau of Land Management following a Wednesday party-line vote in a U.S. Senate committee. Senators on the Energy and Natural Resources Committee voted 11-9 to advance Pearce’s confirmation to the full

Outpost Ice Arenas sees ‘massive’ increase in first-time adult skaters

Incumbent mayor John Ramon Vigil lost the mayor's seat to Dennis Tim Salazar in Tuesday's election

Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, which has 11 Republicans and nine Democrats, to vote on Pearce’s nomination Wednesday

Santa Fe County is taking steps toward establishing a "one-stop shop" for youth behavioral health treatment in the city.

Some lawmakers questioned the state's placements of children, expressing concerns they may still be in subpar settings.

There are some 3,500 cougars across the state, according to the Wildlife Department, with many in Northern New Mexico.

The defense attorney accused prosecutors of violating rules of evidence by disclosing a key witness shortly before trial.

The water association is finalizing designs to transport water from Santa Fe County's system to the Cañada de los Alamos tank.

Unofficial election results showed Dennis Tim Salaz with almost 49% of the vote compared to 32% for John Ramon Vigil and 19% for write-in cand…

The Justice Department files show Epstein and his employees discussing multiple times moving petroglyphs at the ranch.

Karla Haas Moskowitz is out at The MASTERS Program amid conflicting accounts over whether she resigned or was pushed out.

New Mexico State Police Chief W. Troy Weisler announced his retirement effective March 13 after over 23 years of service.

Marcy Britton used the state public records law and citizen grand juries to improve shelters and natural habitats.

LOS ALAMOS, N.M. —The Trump administration wants to speed up the modernization of the country's nuclear arsenal. To do that, more plutonium is needed, and Los Alamos is the only place where it's made.Los Alamos is where the first nuclear weapon was made, and the Los Alamos National Laboratory is

WASHINGTON —Tax time is not a good time for seniors to find out that their Social Security benefits are being taxed after all, says Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM), who represents the state's 3rd congressional district.Vasquez fired off a letter Tuesday to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Social Security Administration Commissioner

LAS CRUCES, N.M. —A revised land swap between the state and the Mescalero Apache Tribe met some resistance at a recent meeting, where some local residents said they thought the swap violated state trust rules.The update proposal would swap about 320 acres of state land near the Dona Ana County

The second cool front made its way through New Mexico early Tuesday morning and left behind another breezy, warm day.

GRANT COUNTY, N.M. —After 83 pieces of evidence were presented during a jury trial, Sarah Deshera on Wednesday, Feb. 25 opted to plead guilty in Grant County District Court to aggravated burglary and 12 other charges related to a brazen theft of a family's possessions just as they were moving

Cornyn and Paxton were the top finishers in a three-way contest Tuesday with Rep. Wesley Hunt, who conceded.

Defense company AeroVironment, Inc. (AV) says it plans to invest over $30 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Albuquerque, creating more than 450 new jobs.

Students from across New Mexico are gathering in Albuquerque for the 72nd annual DECA conference and championship.

ROSWELL, N.M. —A Roswell woman was arrested on charges stemming from a fatal crash in 2024.The Roswell Police Department said its investigation found the driver was traveling more than 30 mph over the speed limit when the pedestrian was hit. The driver was also found to have used marijuana before

A local salon is helping people feel good about themselves by offering more than just a fresh, new look.

Teens and seniors are bridging generational gaps through manicures at a local senior center, fostering connections across ages.

Rio Rancho voters are set to elect a new mayor and decide several key measures Tuesday in one of New Mexico's fastest growing cities.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between February 24 and March 2, 2026: Loriann Garcia, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. David Salazar, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Jennifer J. Cruz, Breaking an Entering, Criminal Damage to Property, Criminal Trespass (Unposted). Richard R. Tafoya, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP, Shoplifting (Over

The Albuquerque City Council unanimously passed a proposal to create an African American Advisory Board aimed at addressing minority issues.

At the hearing, Noem blamed “violent protesters” for contributing to the chaos officers encountered.

The S&P 500 finished with a loss of 0.9% after dropping as much as 2.5% on worries about how much damage the war will do to the economy.

Gray is one of several parents prosecuted after their children were accused in fatal shootings.

A story on Page A-7 published Tuesday, March 3, 2026, about the opening of Sky Cinemas Midtown incorrectly described film director and produce…

Meet Albuquerque dogs Oso, Kona and Storm here in this Love 4 Pets as they look to make your home their home!

Diminished snow pack in New Mexico, as well as ongoing drought and above-normal temperatures, could mean an active wildfire season across the state through June, according to a new long-term forecast and the National Weather Service. Fire season has already begun in New Mexico: Much of northeast New Mexico is

Bernalillo County deputies are seeking help to find a missing retired major general from Kirtland Air Force Base.

A New Mexico Highlands basketball player, Jaelyn Bates, was arrested for allegedly driving drunk after deputies found her car damaged on I-25.

About 100 people attended the Daddy/Daughter Dance on Valentine’s Day on the McCurdy campus. The event was sponsored by several area businesses and offered dads and their daughters a chance to spend an evening together. Sixto Aguirre and his daughter Mia take a spin on the dance floor. Aguir…

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) announced that Bernadine Martin has resigned from her position as District Attorney for the 11th Judicial Distr…

The total lunar eclipse is set for late Monday night and Tuesday morning in New Mexico so here's when exactly you can see it.

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Bayard City Council approved a resolution supporting an application to the state’s Colonias Infrastructure Fund for the survey and design of several streets during their regular meeting Wednesday. City Clerk-Treasurer Martha Salas highlighted why particular streets were chosen for this application cycle, saying

Property on East Second Street, slated to be the location of a Community Solar Project, is being considered for an industrial revenue bond of up to $4.8 million to ass…

During the “Taking Out the Trash” event in March, city residents can get rid of their spring-cleaning large-item trash free of charge.

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Friday that the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) has officially ended the practice of placing childre…

About $1.3 billion could flow to infrastructure projects across New Mexico, including Chaves County, under a bill approved by lawmakers in the final days of this year’…

Speaking to reporters Monday, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said the U.S. war in Iran is set to continue with no plans set on a timeline or exit strategy.

There is an old adage that if March comes in like a lamb, it will go out like a lion.

But it may be worse than that

Deb Haaland Is the debate over debates over? It seems so.After weeks of chiding from Sam Bregman for not agreeing to debates, Deb Haaland's camp has clarified that there is one debate scheduled and she will take part:The announcement comes after Haaland agreed to the debate in September 2025. The

SANTA FE — Four federal inmates held in southern New Mexico detention facilities have tested positive for measles, bringing the number of 2026 measles cases in the sta…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Serving a community means getting out to meet with people to understand them and help them understand the mechanisms available to meet their needs, the second candidate for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president said during his campus visit last week. Carlos Rey Romero,

The senator's announcement comes days before a committee is expected to vote on Pearce's nomination by President Donald Trump.

Information is updated throughout the week

Pact lays out updated and new requirements, including refreshed recruitment goals and enhanced foster family supports.

Friday's dismissal of a second lawsuit challenging Duke Rodriguez's right to be on the June 2 primary ballot sets the stage for the next big moment--Saturday's GOP preprimary at Ruidoso where delegates from across the state will vote on placing candidates on the ballot. Insiders don't expect Rodriguez, nicknamed the

The game can't replace formal training, but developers said it can be a good starting point for food safety lessons.

The state claims the company's social media platforms violate the state's Unfair Trade Practices Act by exposing underage users to sexual predators.

A significant climate shock could contribute to a global recession, affecting savings, pensions and national economies.

According to WalletHub’s 2026 “Best States to Live In” study, New Mexico ranks dead last in the nation — a sobering distinction that underscores years of troubling trends in education, health, and public safety. The annual analysis compares all 50 states across 51 separate indicators, including affordability, economic performance, education

U.S. first lady Melania Trump is presiding over a U.N. Security Council meeting that will focus on children in conflict, one of her signature issues.

Iran hit the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia’s capital with a drone strike as it kept striking targets around the region.

The venue is designed to be a community gathering place in addition to serving as a movie theater, owner Bill Banowsky says.

Despite their lack of retail experience, Rachel Manera and Jeff Schoen have taken like fish to water to running their shop.

Tehran and its allies hit back against Israel, neighboring Gulf states and targets critical to the world’s energy production.

The Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. has been honored in South Carolina by lying in state at the Capitol in Columbia.

Israel closed all crossings into the territory of over 2 million people in the wake of its new strikes on Tehran.

City officials held a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday at the Prince-Carter Ranch for a new water well and well house.

The collision killed Landon Crossley and driver Jordan Dwyer, both 26 years old, and injured two others riding with them.

Meg Whitman, former U.S. Ambassador and business executive, joins "Conversations Different" to talk about what investments she sees as New Mex…

Candidates will try to secure at least 20% of the vote from party delegates to earn a spot on the June primary ballot.

Nearly 3,000 women nationwide were named to the list of best women wealth advisers, according to a news release.

Moderate Democrats are pushing back on the party’s progressive energy. They say winning elections means “winning the middle.”

A San Miguel County rancher is accusing the Livestock Board of pushing wrongful charges against him after a 2023 incident.

The New Mexican recently submitted several questions to the new board chair for the group that organizes Indian Market.

Co-owner Malek Belghiti Alaoui is hopeful Yalla Shawarma will reopen its doors in Santa Fe within three to six months.

Above-average, late-winter temperatures are set to continue this week in New Mexico, accompanied by wind that will create critical fire weathe…

“Today” show host Savannah Guthrie and her sister returned to their mother’s home outside Tucson in their first sighting at the house since Na…

An op-ed penned by Javier Martínez, Reena Szczepanski, Day Hochman-Vigil and Raymundo Lara and published in the Albuquerque Journal and the Los Alamos Reporter paints a glowing picture of the 2026 Legislative Session. But New Mexicans say the self-congratulatory tone ignores a glaring reality: meaningful crime reform once again died

The fossil is called Trey, and it has a preauction estimate of $4.5 to $5.5 million. It sat on loan at the Wyoming Dinosaur Center from 1995 u…

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

Epstein purchased thousands of acres from the family of former Gov. Bruce King to build Zorro Ranch in Santa Fe County in 1993.

Oil prices have jumped as U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and retaliatory strikes against Israel and U.S. military installations around the G…

Michael B. Jordan won best male actor, upsetting the category favorite, Timothée Chalamet, and handing the 39-year-old Jordan the most signifi…

Jeffrey Epstein purchased the ranch in 1993 from the family of former New Mexico Gov. Bruce King and built a 26,700-square-foot mansion.

The vast majority of organ donations once came from people who were brain-dead. But last year about half of the deceased organ donations came …

Santa Fe Restaurant Week, which begins Monday and continues through March 11, has more participants in 2026 than it has in years.

The U.S. and Israel are pounding targets across Iran, dropping massive bombs on its ballistic missile sites and wiping out warships.

She served in the state House of Representatives for 26 years before a rare challenger returned her to private life.

The fire did not threaten any buildings or result in any injuries.

Every Lunar New Year for the past 14 years, a Southern California Buddhist temple has displayed what it calls the “10,000 Buddha Relics.” Acco…

One of the first recipes I ever wrote for a cooking column, including for this series, was my oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.

LAS CRUCES — A researcher at New Mexico State University known for his saffron research projects in Northern New Mexico is exploring how the crop fares in central and southern parts of the state, as well as how well the crop will grow alongside other New Mexico crops such as

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.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico released its weekly immigration and border crime enforcement statistics Friday, outlining a significant number of federal charges filed over the past week as part of ongoing border security operations in the state. According to the report, in the one-week period

Albuquerque - We are recapping the top five stories from the week to make it easy for you to catch up on Albuquerque news. We covered a sergeant with the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department was hit by a semi-truck during a traffic stop, a Russian man driving a semi-truck blows

Michelle Morrison, left, and her husband David Brown are set to perform and share their knowledge of belly dancing and world music at the Plaza Hotel on March 14. Michelle Morrison, left, and her husband David Brown are set to perform and share their knowledge of belly dancing and world

Pacquiao is a 4-year-old black-and-white heartthrob with a champion’s comeback story. He got his name the day he arrived, front paws wrapped up from injuries, looking exactly like he was wearing the tiniest pair of boxing gloves. Life had clearly gone a few rough rounds, but thanks to the sh…

On Presidents Day, scouts from The Conquistador Council Troops 2, 7 and 72 participated in a flag raising at Trinity United Methodist Church to replace an old worn-out…

Love‑uary. Friendship month. Kindness month. Self‑care February. The month of love.

A plan to provide much-needed behavioral health resources for Roswell continues moving forward this past week after being recommended by members of the city’s Legal Co…

CHICAGO, Feb. 27 (Reuters) — Bird flu has wiped out 7.4 million chickens in Pennsylvania in the past month, a swift and devastating loss that veterinarians and industr…

SANTA FE — According to a news release from the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, the Mexican Wolf Interagency Field Team has completed the annual population count an…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The first of four candidates for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president spoke of his own academic journey and how the values of the institution mirror his own during a public meet-and-greet Wednesday afternoon. Jose Coll, a first-generation college graduate and military veteran, told

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent Grant County Sheriff Raul Villanueva used his report at Thursday’s County Commission meeting to bring attention to recent online and phone scams that have bilked residents out of thousands of dollars. He encouraged the public to educate themselves and the elders in their lives,

State Police will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, including registration, insurance and driver's license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties…

Albuquerque - Benjamin Chase of Albuquerque is accused of fatally shooting his brother during an argument at a Northeast Albuquerque apartment, according to police. Albuquerque Police Department officers were dispatched around 6:55 PM on Feb. 26 to 2800 Palo Verde Drive NE after a caller reported a shooting. The caller

Front page of the Feb. 23, 1889 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Feb. 23, 1889 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The East side Elks’ soliciting committee, composed of H.G. Murphey, Dr. C.S. Losey and M.M. Padgett, was out today disposing of tickets to those

Chama Valley Superintendent Anthony Casados is on paid administrative leave following a Feb. 17 vote by the Chama Valley School Board to investigate him and itself.

Reports first surfaced in October and work began in December, but a January test revealed two problem areas

ALBUQUERQUE — A Carlsbad man is facing federal charges after allegedly firing a rifle at an Eddy County Sheriff’s Office deputy responding to a call last fall.

Earlier in the month, the Conquistador Council Scouts, city of Roswell team members and everyday citizens came together to raise the flags for the Roswell 250 Field of…

LAS CRUCES — The New Mexico Department of Agriculture’s (NMDA) Standards & Consumer Services (SCS) Division and State Metrology Lab recognize Weights and Measures …

A Santa Fe district judge on Friday dismissed a legal challenge seeking to remove Republican gubernatorial candidate Duke Rodriguez from the 2026 primary ballot, marking the second court ruling this week rejecting claims about his eligibility. State District Judge Matthew Wilson determined that the most recent complaint, filed by fellow

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has chosen Roswell as one of the cities taking part in research about the physical well-being of the nation’s…

SANTA FE — Members of the public will have opportunities to provide input as the New Mexico Department of Wildlife shapes its proposals for potential changes to severa…

SANTA FE — The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals sided with New Mexico and 15 other states on Tuesday in the latest court victory against the U.S. Department of Education…

ALBUQUERQUE — The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is $2.80 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch. That pri…

The photograph, provided by Bonita Estates resident David Pascale, shows dust being dispersed at a construction site near his residence. Several residents of Bonita Estates near Storrie Lake raised concerns about the site. The photograph, provided by Bonita Estates resident David Pascale, shows dust being dispersed at a construction site

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The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is now accepting applications from residents for the latest flood-related financial assistance …

'All-clear' issued for Taos Plaza Officials issued an "all clear" for the Taos County Plaza area at 8:40 p.m. Wednesday (Feb. 18), after public safety departments and law enforcement personnel responded to a shooting and bomb threat Wednesday...

Far-left New Mexico Democrat Teresa Leger Fernandez is drawing sharp criticism after making what many are calling an insane claim about voter ID laws, asserting that Republicans support voter identification requirements because “they don’t want women to vote… they don’t want working families to vote.” New Mexico Democrat Rep. Teresa

The 10 teams that competed in Sunday’s Knowledge Bowl showed off their trivia skills by answering questions across several categories.

Students at Roswell High School (RHS) eagerly took advantage of the opportunity to sample what career paths are available in Roswell, Chaves County and around the stat…

The first Council Connection, a series of public forums organized by the city of Roswell, drew a sizable number of residents early Monday evening. And quite a few of t…

Romero and Stansbury in DCWhen ABQ Dem Rep. Melanie Stansbury invited Santa Fe state Rep. Andrea Romero to be her guest at the State of the Union Tuesday night the Alligators started splashing. Like many other Dems, the pair boycotted the actual speech and instead joined Epstein survivors to mark

In the past year, plans for two gargantuan data centers have been announced in New Mexico, and electric utilities have come to see data center development as a driving force behind growth and need for increased generation. With several data...

The New Mexico Environment Department’s Emerging Contaminants Program launched an interactive dashboard Feb. 20 that allows residents to view PFAS testing results for their local public water system. The dashboard, which may be viewed at...

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Feb. 18, 2026 – Feb. 22, 2026. Feb. 18 1:23 a.m. Disturbing the Peace, Weimer Road — Caller said someone kept knocking on their door, then...

Designed to be a “one‑stop shop,” the BRIC is poised to strengthen small businesses, nurture start‑ups, and streamline access to essential services, according to a press release from Taos MainStreet. Located at 115 Civic Plaza Dr., the BRIC...

As 2024-2025 NM Vistas data shines a spotlight on student outcomes across New Mexico, charter school leaders from across the Enchanted Circle have formed a coalition designed to strengthen public education for students in rural areas. The...

A pilot program that places naloxone rescue kits in public locations across Rio Arriba County has coincided with fewer overdose-related 911 calls and fewer overdose deaths, according to a press release from Rio Arriba County Health and Human...

Kevin Whitefeather (Cordova) of Taos Pueblo — former Tribal official, founder of Whitefeather Native Cultural Tours and cofounder of Recovery Works! — has died, leaving behind a legacy of bringing people together at the Pueblo, in the Taos Valley...

Holy Cross Medical Center will assume management of Taos Orthopaedic Institute beginning Saturday (March 1), according to a press release. The hospital said the move will keep existing orthopedic care in place while expanding specialty services...

Henry Lewis remembers winters in the 1990s where it would snow as much as 225 inches. When he started Bobcat Pass Wilderness Adventures with his wife Sue in Red River in 1991, they had a fleet of 10 snowmobiles. Today they have 35 snowmobiles, but...

A drug trafficking arrest executed by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration in the parking lot of Walmart in Taos Wednesday morning (Feb. 18) drew an anxious crowd who mistook the arrest for a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement...

The Town of Taos increased funding for winter air service routes due to lack of snow in their regular meeting Tuesday (Feb. 24). The town provides a minimum revenue guarantee for Contour Airlines and JSX Air to operate our of the Taos Regional...

A Colfax County jury returned a verdict Tuesday (Feb. 17) in favor of the New Mexico State Ethics Commission in a civil case, "State Ethics Commission ex rel. Village of Angel Fire v. Lindsey, et al.", finding that Angel Fire Mayor Barry "B.J."...

A man who claimed to have stabbed someone and planted two pipe bombs in Taos County Plaza Wednesday night (Feb. 18) — forcing the closure of the historic square until officials issued an “all clear” at about 8:40 p.m. — is still at large,...

After high winds swept through the Village of Taos Ski Valley last week, downing a tree and causing lift holds and closures, the VSTV councilors revisited the urgency of undergrounding electrical lines, a project that started 13 years ago. Downed...

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Feb. 16 –Feb. 22, 2026. Animals currently in care: No report Total intakes this week: 12 Transfers this week: 1 Animals in foster: 15 Pounds of food: 425 Number of...

From left, Adelita Michelle Medina, Susan Seymour and David Montoya tour what is known at the United World College castle Monday morning. Medina, Seymour and Montoya helped establish Escuela Antonio Jose Martinez at the site in the 1970s. From left, Adelita Michelle Medina, Susan Seymour and David Montoya tour what

SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management on Feb. 20 opened a 30-day scoping period to receive public input on 32 oil and gas parcels totaling 21,181.2 acres that may b…

In April of 2025, voters approved a General Obligation (G.O) Bond in the amount of $7.3 million. The Mora Independent School District (MISD) Board of Education along with our staff, students, and administration are very grateful to the community and will never tire of expressing our gratitude. In September 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Feb. 20, the U.S. Forest Service released that it is issuing $182 million in retroactive Secure Rural Schools (SRS) payments for 2024, delivering…

The Lovington Leader hosted a retirement party for John and Jeanine Graham on Feb. 13. Friends, family and community members turned out for the event. The Grahams owne…

SANTA FE — Senate Bill 104 (SB 104) was unanimously accepted. It creates a new removal process for commissioners on the New Mexico State Wildlife Commission, an indepe…

A crane operator placed two columbarium structures at South Park Cemetery on Monday.

Duke Rodriguez successfully jumped over one legal hurdle Tuesday. Now he has one to go before he is free and clear to make his run for the '26 GOP gubernatorial nomination. . ..A state judge dismissed a court challenge filed against the Republican gubernatorial candidate. But the question of whether

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New Vistas provides developmental evaluations and therapy for babies and toddlers who have a developmental delay. New Vistas provides developmental evaluations and therapy for babies and toddlers who have a developmental delay. New Vistas has spent nearly five decades supporting families and individuals with disabilities across northern New Mexico, with

CatarinoHernandezCatarino Hernandez, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on February 23, 2026, in Milan, New Mexico. Born on…

Cindy De Champs’ third grade national award-winning readers at Los Niños Elementary School. Cindy De Champs’ third grade national award-winning readers at Los Niños Elementary School. Students at Los Niños Elementary School are proving that winter break is the perfect time to get lost in a good book. Principal Melissa

This February, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is conducting prescribed fire operations in Chaves County. Specifically, the operations are planned to take place on…

Nancy Casper, right, is the new interim director of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire Claims Office. The longtime FEMA official is pictured in 2022 receiving a certificate from former FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell recognizing her for achieving the agency’s highest level of emergency management expertise. Nancy Casper, right, is the

Members of the Memorial Middle School BPA chapter recently participated in the 2026 New Mexico BPA State Leadership Conference in Albuquerque, held February 19–21, 2026. Students competed in a variety of business and leadership events, demonstrating excellence in workplace skills, professionalism, and industry knowledge. There were over 620 student members

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The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between Feb. 17 and 23, 2026: Amity Francine Maes, Shoplifting ($250 or Less), Criminal Trespass (Unposted), Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Dominick Quintana, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), APO Arrest Order, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply.

For some, ice hockey draws to mind high-speed collisions, yelling and knocked-out teeth.

The New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) commemorates the 135th anniversary of its founding, marking more than a century of leadership, discipline and service to the S…

“American Heart Month, which is February, is a critical public health initiative designed to combat the leading cause of death globally,” said Dr. Eric Cohen, Eastern …

Marijuana magnate and GOP gubernatorial hopeful Duke Rodriguez didn’t just want legal weed in New Mexico—he was willing to pay for it. A decade of campaign finance records reveals an unabashed pattern of financial support for the very Democrats who made legalization a reality.Records from the past ten years show

Lawmakers tackled several big public education issues in the 30-day session, and approved legislation changing how math and literacy are taught in public schools, along with standards for teacher preparation. Lawmakers also passed a bill to codify the Office of Special Education under the Public Education Department. Two bills also

SANTA FE — The 2026 legislative session delivered the fiscal year 2027 (FY27) budget, which totals $33.4 billion — including more than $11 billion from the general fun…

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.

The 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session concluded with a sharp partisan divide over public safety, taxes, healthcare, immigration policy, and government expansion. While lawmakers advanced several significant measures, dozens of high-profile proposals were defeated, leaving both sides claiming victories and frustrations. Among the most notable bipartisan wins was HB80, which

Sen. Lujan Can the GOP take advantage of an obscure state election law to reverse their historic failure to field a candidate against Dem US Senator Ben Ray Luajn in the November general election? That's the question now that the GOP's only candidate--Rio Rancho's Christopher Vanden Heuvel--failed to submit enough

A tragic Monday unfolded across New Mexico as two separate law enforcement incidents shook communities from Albuquerque to Fort Sumner — including the heartbreaking line-of-duty death of a veteran sergeant with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office confirmed late Monday evening that one of its sergeants

Margot is 25 pounds of beagle brilliance. She’s a true “nose-forward” dog who lives for a good sniff and would likely excel in scent work or nose games. When she’s not busy exploring the world one smell at a time, she’s happiest being close to her people and occupying laps,

A 19-year-old Ohkay Owingeh man, originally charged with two felonies for a drunk driving car crash into a tree with his underage girlfriend, pleaded down to a single charge of drunk driving.

A student's perspective on the meaning of Black history and culture

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse and rape that some readers may find deeply upsetting. Discretion is advised. Editor's Note: An earlier version of this story stated John David Lee Jr. had been released from custody on house arrest. This is incorrect. The San Miguel County

Prosecutors dropped felony domestic violence charges against a Hernandez man after his ex-wife “made it clear she will not cooperate with the prosecution of this case.”

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The Chaves County Federated Republican Women (CCFRW) held their February meeting on Wednesday with a full house. The event began with an opening prayer and the Pledge …

SANTA FE — On Thursday, the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) announced its formal support for a motion before the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC)…

A relatively short agenda for the Chaves County Commissioners meeting this week allowed time for a presentation about an array of ongoing construction and repair projects.

A Colfax County jury returned a verdict Tuesday (Feb. 17) in favor of the New Mexico State Ethics Commission in a civil case, "State Ethics Commission ex rel. Village of Angel Fire v. Lindsey, et al.", finding that Angel Fire Mayor Barry "B.J…

SANTA FE — A bill that would ensure New Mexico students receive high-quality, research-based literacy instruction aligned with the science of reading has cleared both …

Upon reviewing information recently released by the U.S. Department of Justice, Attorney General Raúl Torrez has ordered that the criminal investigation into allegatio…

Front page of the Feb. 18, 1963 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Feb. 18, 1963 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. St. Michael’s College will provide the opposition for the Highlands Cowboys tonight when the two quints square off at 8 o’clock in Stu Clark

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate passed a bill to protect affordable health care coverage for tens of thousands of residents facing the loss of federal support, sendin…

SANTA FE — On Sunday, the House of Representatives passed two critical pieces of legislation to grow the state’s public safety workforce and expand support for victims…

Shortly before the New Mexico Legislature ended its 2026 proceedings at noon on Thursday, some members of the Chaves County Commission talked about this 30-day session…

ALAMOGORDO — With help from the Forest Service’s National Stream and Aquatic Ecology Center (NSAEC) and partners, the National Forest Foundation and Rio Grande Return,…

Seven New Mexico Democratic state senators on Wednesday sided with their Republican colleagues and voted down legislation that would have codified emissions reduction goals into state law. In a 19-23 vote following just over an hour of debate,...

Taos County said in a press release last week that Phase I of construction at the Taos County Detox Facility is complete, and announced the county has entered into a lease agreement with facility operator Rio Grande ATP, a local nonprofit...

Income-eligible seniors can now apply for farmers’ market benefits that provide $30-50 in fresh produce benefits this summer, part of a state program that connected nearly 28,000 New Mexicans with local farmers last year. A Feb. 11 New Mexico...

Municipalities of Taos County will continue to receive GRT distributions from the county for EMS and Fire Services after a controversial two month pause. The commissioners voted to reinstate the distribution in their regular meeting Tuesday (Feb....

A man who claimed to have stabbed someone and planted two pipe bombs in Taos County Plaza Wednesday night (Feb. 18) — forcing the closure of the historic square until officials issued an “all clear” at about 8:40 p.m. — is still at large, acc…

New Mexico Supreme Court upheld a Taos County woman’s convictions of accessory to first-degree murder and other crimes connected to the killing of a man on Thanksgiving Day in 2020, the state Administrative Office of the Courts said. In a...

Almost a year after the towering grandstand was leveled from view, dozens of construction flags flutter on a flattened expanse of dirt — evidence the redevelopment of the old Downs at Santa Fe property is underway south of the city. Officials...

Healing trauma – at an individual as well as at the community level – is the focus of a free event that welcomes mental health professionals and locals who are open to learning more about their wellbeing. Transforming Trauma: Healing Our Community Together will take place March 13 from 9

Speaker Javier Martinez"The House ran circles around the Senate." So declared a weary Senior Alligator traversing the Roundhouse halls on the last night of the 30 day legislative session. Their analysis was not fatigue-induced but an apt summary of the continued shift in the balance of power toward the 70

In the final stretch of New Mexico’s legislative session, two sweeping gun control measures championed by progressive Democrats have effectively collapsed — a major victory for New Mexicans’ Second Amendment rights. Senate Bill 17, the so-called “Stop Illegal Gun Trade and Extremely Dangerous Weapons Act,” was rolled indefinitely in the

Earthquakes spike by as much as 700 percent in Permian Levi Hill/News-Sun The ground …

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

An often bitter battle over medical malpractice reform ended late Wednesday with the Senate approving a House bill that for the first time caps punitive damages in malpractice cases.The victory was especially sweet for reformers, including House sponsor Rep. Christine Chandler, coming as it did after attempts by Senate Judiciary

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland listened to concerns about New Mexico Highlands University’s claim with FEMA during a campus tour on Feb. 12. Haaland is one of two declared candidates in the race for governor; the other candidate is Sam Bregman, who is currently district attorney for Bernalillo County. Haaland’s

Construction will begin Summer 2026 on a new water treatment plant that will nearly double the City of Las Vegas’ water capacity and ensure safe drinking water for generations to come. The City of Las Vegas’ new water treatment plant, designed in partnership with the New Mexico Environment Department, will

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

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between February 10 and February 16, 2026: Taran Dragon Franklyn-Atman, Kidnapping (Second Degree) - Attempt, Aggravated Burglary (Deadly Weapon), Armed Robbery - Attempt, Aggravated Battery, Child Abuse, Unlawful Taking of a Motor Vehicle (First Offense) - Attempt, Battery,

Instead of death by a thousand cuts, its more like a dozen when it comes to the hotly contested medical malpractice bill. The measure is now limping into the final hours of the 30 day legislative session after being whipped like a rented mule Monday by Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman

Senator Ben Ray Lujan is assuring New Mexicans that his head isn't too big for his britches in light of the historic turn of events that has left him virtually unopposed for re-election this year. He says in a message to constituents: I will never take the trust of New

The state Supreme Court today reversed a Pecos man’s convictions for first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder during a shooting after a night of drinking. The justices ordered Mark Valencia’s case back to the San Miguel County District Court for a new trial on the murder and attempted murder charges.

Air Commandos with the 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron and Clovis firefighters conduct a simulated aircraft fire exercise on Aug. 14, 2015, at Cannon Air Force Base. Proposed legislation at the 2026 New Mexico Legislature “reflects the reality that firefighters are regularly exposed to carcinogens while working to keep

Ideas on what a new animal shelter in Las Vegas may have – such as twice the dog kennel capacity, a community cat room and a retail shop – were discussed during a public meeting at the City Council Chambers on Feb. 6. Speaking to a group of about 20

Front page of the Feb. 12, 1892 issue of the Las Vegas Optic Front page of the Feb. 12, 1892 issue of the Las Vegas Optic Now for prompt official action on the construction of Las Vegas’ modern sewer system. Tomorrow night the city council will receive the complete report

Nearly four years after the federally caused Hermits Peak–Calf Canyon Fire devastated northern New Mexico, a new independent economic analysis confirms that New Mexico Highlands University sustained between $209 million and $277 million in damages as a direct result of the disaster—losses the University continues to carry while awaiting full

Two of the most hotly debated bills of the session — one targeting emissions policy and the other unconstitutional sweeping gun regulations — triggered marathon hearings, sharp partisan divides, and dueling victory statements this week at the Roundhouse. On Wednesday, the Senate rejected Senate Bill 18, the so-called “Clear Horizons

Jay Mitchell, director of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire Claims Office, is on administrative leave, according to an email Source New Mexico obtained Feb. 12, 2026. Jay Mitchell, director of the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire Claims Office, is on administrative leave, according to an email Source New Mexico obtained Feb.

Body camera video footage provided by the Mora County Sheriff’s Office confirms that a teacher with the Mora Independent School District was hurt during a physical altercation between students. The incident, which took place Dec. 11 at Mora High School, resulted in the teacher having to be airlifted to a

A Las Cruces woman is behind bars after police say she gave birth to a baby girl inside a portable toilet and left the newborn in the holding tank, resulting in the child’s death. According to authorities, 38-year-old Sonia Jimenez was arrested following an investigation that began late Saturday night.

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A long-running effort to overhaul how New Mexico oversees its public schools came to an abrupt halt this week, leaving the governor with even greater control over an education system that continues to rank last in the nation — behind all 50 states and the District of Columbia — according

A sweeping gun control proposal that critics say represents one of the most extreme assaults on the Second Amendment in New Mexico history is now headed to the Senate floor. Senate Bill 17, which would ban the sale of a broad range of semi-automatic firearms and impose heavy new mandates

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

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

In a move critics are calling reckless, ideologically driven, and economically devastating, New Mexico Democrats have fast-tracked House Bill 9 (HB 9)—the so-called “Immigrant Safety Act”—through the Legislature and toward the governor’s desk, setting the stage for what opponents warn could be mass job losses, municipal insolvency, and a collapse

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

New Mexico lawmakers are poised to consider two sweeping and dangerous constitutional amendments that would permanently upend how the state Legislature operates — and critics warn the proposals would crush transparency, overwhelm citizen legislators, and ram through controversial policies with little public input. House Joint Resolutions 6 and 7, sponsored

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A sweeping and highly controversial piece of legislation that critics warn could devastate rural New Mexico communities is now headed to the New Mexico House floor, where it will be debated today beginning at noon, with a live webcast available on the Legislature’s website under the “Webcast” tab. House Bill

January 22, 2026 By Shaun Banther Eastern New Mexico University’s Department of Theatre and...Read More

Far-left Democrat Gabe Vasquez is once again drawing sharp criticism after publishing an incendiary op-ed that demonizes Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), echoes open-borders talking points, and casts federal law enforcement as rogue actors—while downplaying the real consequences of lax border policy on New Mexico communities. In the Albuquerque Journal

We are pleased to announce that Curry County has been awarded the 2026 Summer Internship Program!...Read More

On Thursday, January 22, at 1:30 p.m. (or 15 minutes after the House floor session, whichever is later), the New Mexico House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee will meet in Room 317 to hear House Bill 9 (HB 9)—a sweeping, far-left proposal that would effectively shut down Immigration and Customs

In her final State of the State address Tuesday, Michelle Lujan Grisham laid out an expansive agenda for the 30-day legislative session, pitching it as a call for bipartisanship while reviving some of the most divisive proposals of her two terms — including a renewed push to restrict firearms in

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

President Donald Trump sharply criticized New Mexico’s election system on Friday, calling the state’s elections “so corrupt it’s incredible” during a White House roundtable focused on rural health care. Trump made the remarks in response to a question from a woman who identified herself as a nurse practitioner and a

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EXCLUSIVE — The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is launching a new paid digital advertising campaign targeting far-left Democrat Gabe Vasquez, accusing him of voting against millions of dollars in federal funding for southern New Mexico communities—then attempting to take credit for the very projects he opposed. According to the

Long John Silvers demolished, but company promises return to Hobbs Levi Hill/News-Sun A decades-old staple at the corner of Turner and Bender is gone. The Long John Silver’s restaurant has been demolished. But the fish and chicken eatery isn’t giving up on Hobbs. If anything, it’s doubling down, rebuilding the

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

Tatum first grader rings bell after cancer battle Denise Marquez/News-Sun Forget Santa’s sleigh bells. For one Tatum first-grader, the most meaningful Christmas sound was a bell she rung signaling the end of her cancer battle. Adalee Torrez, age 7 of Lovington and a first grader at Tatum Elementary School, rang

I see stupid people And Their Anti-Science Fearmongering Could Cost This State Everything John R. Grizz Deal/CEO, IX Water I see stupid people. Not the harmless kind who get lost in the Walmart parking lot, but the ones who descend on public hearings like a flock of caffeinated pigeons, clutching

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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