Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:45PM
Republican Greg Cunningham came out swinging in Friday night’s KRQE News 13 debate, repeatedly putting Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez on the defensive over police, immigration enforcement, New Mexico Downwinders, taxes, and his voting record. But at several points, Cunningham appeared to be debating more than just Vasquez. Moderator Dean
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:21PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:31PM
The final report by the Inspection of Public Records Act Task Force sheds more light on the 11 proposals summarized in a letter to legislative…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:45PM
Experts share tips to keep homes warm and energy bills low as temperatures drop, including sealing windows, using sunlight and inspecting heating systems.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:48PM
In this week’s Eye on New Mexico, we are talking about the controversial Project Jupiter project, demands to reform CYFD, and New Mexico's new professional hockey team. The post Eye on New Mexico: October 16, 2026 appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:06PM
APD arrests final suspect in 2024 homicide case
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:01PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:31PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A 41-year-old man received a 15-year prison sentence for second-degree criminal sexual contact of a child, Las Cruces District Attorney Fernando Macias announced Friday. Alfredo A. Salazar-Rios from Anthony, New Mexico, pleaded no contest to the charge on July 21. The court also ordered him
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:30PM
KRWG Public Media is covering the New Mexico Otero County Commission race for district 1. Election day is November 3rd. Republican candidate Chris Glidden spoke with Serena Johnson.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:31PM
How a driver, a dad and a teacher tried to stop the Oregon school shooter
BEND, Ore. (AP) — In the middle of an October day, a 16-year-old boy tossed a shotgun over a low chain-link fence. Then he climbed over it himself. There was a playground and a broad grass field leading to an elementary school he once attended. Inside were hundreds of children,
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:00PM
KRWG Public Media is covering the New Mexico Otero County Commission race for district 1. Election day is November 3rd. Democratic candidate Alan Gonzalez spoke with Serena Johnson.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:31PM
ABQ RAW’s Top Stories brings together the most important headlines across the metro area in one easy recap. From police investigations and emergency response updates to community-impacting events, this weekly roundup highlights the stories shaping Albuquerque right now. This week’s roundup is sponsored by Singleton Schreiber, a personal injury law
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:15PM
A look at sports scores and results throughout Lincoln County. The post Otero County Sports Roundup appeared first on Alamogordo News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:00PM
Early voting locations for the Nov. 3 general election will significantly expand across New Mexico starting Saturday and will remain operational through Oct. 31. A series of No Kings events across the state Saturday will educate voters on casting early ballots, registration and more.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:30PM
Albuquerque police arrested the final suspect in the 2024 killing of 22-year-old Javon Williams and charged 19-year-old Tarrance Williams II with an open count of murder The post APD arrests suspect in 2024 murder case appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:44PM
The classical music group Frisson Winds is set to perform at 3 p.m. Saturday at Duane Smith Auditorium. Photo Courtesy LACA LACA NEWS RELEASE The Los Alamos Concert Association (LACA) will present Frisson Winds at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Duane Smith Auditorium. The members of Frisson all have
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:57PM
After the U.S. Department of Justice sued California over its refusal to remove voters the federal government alleges are noncitizens, voting rights advocates fear the Trump administration is violating a court order blocking it from rooting out noncitizens with states’ voter data. U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan on Oct. 9
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:07PM
Three EV fast-charging stations available at Mesa Public Library. LAC photo COUNTY NEWS RELEASE The DC fast chargers at Mesa Public Library are now operational and available for public use! While the tap-to-pay feature is not yet available, drivers can access the chargers using the Monta Charge app. How to
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:51PM
Las Cruces' annual Great Pumpkin Candy Drop returns Oct. 25 to Maag Field, with free candy, games, music and goody bags for children ages 1 to 4.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:20PM
Bulldogs not able to contain Roswell’s offense.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:00PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:41PM
Sixth Judicial District Court Judicial Nominating Commission
Announcement of Vacancy A vacancy on the Sixth Judicial District Court will exist following the retirement of the Honorable Judge Jim Foy, effective December 1, 2026. The position will be based in Silver City, New Mexico. Inquiries regarding the details or assignment of this judicial vacancy should be directed to
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:49PM
New Mexico gardening experts recommend bringing tender plants indoors, covering cold-sensitive varieties and choosing hardy crops as freezing temperatures arrive
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:09PM
The Democratic incumbent for the 2nd Congressional District and his GOP opponent clashed over topics from immigration and the war in Iran to T…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:10PM
Popular Albuquerque skating rink used in 'Stranger Things' may be closing down
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:36PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:46PM
BY ALLAN SAENZLos Alamos How well is Los Alamos County government performing, and are we heading in the right direction? The 2026 Community Survey is our opportunity to give honest feedback about how the county is operating. This feedback is especially timely as the incoming County Council prepares to work
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:35PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:40PM
Earmarked for low- and middle-income residents, the subdivision homes are the first built on San Ildefonso Pueblo in years.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:00PM
Judge quashes grand jury indictment against Timothy Busfield
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:55PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:37PM
Bernalillo County reviews four potential models for the future of MDC healthcare services
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:38PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:55PM
A judge threw out the grand jury indictment against Timothy Busfield in a case accusing him of four counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor. The post Child sexual abuse charges dismissed against Timothy Busfield appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:41PM
"An occupied home and vehicle had been struck by gunfire," police said in a statement. "Fortunately no one was injured."
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:59PM
A federal immigration vehicle hit a Houston construction worker while pursuing a man who apparently died years ago. That's according to the al…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:30PM
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has a flurry of travel on deck in the final frantic weeks leading up to the end of the midterm elections, in which the GOP is vying to maintain its control of both the U.S. House and Senate. But that outlook looks increasingly less favorable
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:23PM
WASHINGTON — More than 100,000 Ukrainians and roughly 2,000 Sudanese immigrants are bracing for the possibility they’ll lose their humanitarian protections by Monday. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has not indicated if he will renew protections for Ukrainians, who first received Temporary Protected Status after Russia invaded their country in
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:17PM
The American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico on Friday announced it had filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency over outstanding public records request related to detention contracts in the state.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:17PM
A coalition of New Mexico residents who spent the summer pushing to save a remote solar observatory from demolition are celebrating a partial victory as the National Science Foundation hears out objections to its plans.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:09PM
New Mexico officials warn West Nile virus remains a threat in parts of the state
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:47PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:56PM
NMDOG plans a fall social fundraiser with carnival-style activities to support its work rescuing chained dogs across New Mexico. The post NMDOG to hold fundraiser on Saturday appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:18PM
KRWGs Abigail Salas spoke with Juan De Jesus Sanchez III on his campaign for New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:40PM
KRWGs Abigail Salas spoke with Michael Perry Republican candidate for New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:37PM
LAPS School Board student liaisons for the 2026-2027 school year include, from top left, Rebecca Champenios, Vahatau Funaki, and Hailey Apodaca. From bottom left, Eric Kozimor, Eliana Padilla and Silas Laskie.Courtesy LAPS LAPS NEWS RELEASE The Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) Board of Education introduced its student liaisons for the
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:42PM
The rotor seen above will travel to LANL this weekend. Courtesy LANL LANL NEWS RELEASE Over the weekend, a large piece of equipment will be transported to Los Alamos National Laboratory, potentially causing brief traffic delays. A 360-foot-long road train carrying a 63- foot-long, nearly 227-ton rotor will travel through
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:28PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:40PM
Readers of the Santa Fe New Mexican can look for stories in the days ahead about the work of a longtime advocate for the Rio Grande, an effort…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:15PM
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to support survivors and recognize that abuse includes threats, isolation, coercion and financial control—not only physical violence. In Otero and Lincoln counties, COPE offers a 24-hour crisis hotline, shelter, counseling, advocacy and legal services. Call 575-437-2673 or 1-866-350-2673; call 911 in immediate
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:00PM
Party control is up for grabs in 15 state legislative chambers across the country as Republicans are increasingly on the defensive this midterm election cycle, a new analysis found. The nonpartisan newsletter Sabato’s Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia’s Center for Politics released its final analysis of state legislative
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:42PM
Albuquerque Public Schools will test its new emergency communication system Saturday as it moves all district alerts to the Parent Square app. The post APS to test emergency communication system Saturday appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:47PM
Authorities arrested three men in a sting operation after investigators said they tried to meet who they believed were 15-year-olds for sex. The post Three men arrested in online predator sting operation appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:29PM
Brazil’s government announces that annual deforestation in the Amazon has fallen to its lowest level since 1988. Official data show the rainforest lost 3,335 square kilometers from August 2025 through July 2026. This marks a significant reversal from the surge under former President Jair Bolsonaro. During his presidency, deforestation increased
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:26PM
A look at sports scores and results throughout Lincoln County. The post Lincoln County Sports Roundup appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:00PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Sandoval County election workers found methamphetamine and fentanyl on multiple absentee ballots Friday morning. County officials say no one was exposed, and every affected vote will still count. Initial tests flagged the drugs in election mail at the county’s Bureau of Elections warehouse, County
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:32PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The New Mexico Department of Agriculture confirmed 2 new cases of the parasite in a horse and a calf in Grant County.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:23PM
Los Alamos Police Department officers wear their pink Breast Cancer Awareness patches. Photo Courtesy LAPD Los Alamos Police Department personnel pose for a photo in their Breast Cancer Awareness Shirts. Photo Courtesy LAPD LAPD Dispatch Center staff add a little pink to their day for Breast Cancer Awareness month. Photo
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:49PM
After delays from federal officials, New Mexico’s agency to expand broadband this week announced an agreement with an internet service provider to bring high-speed fiber internet to communities in five of the state’s northern counties through a federally funded grant.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:00PM
A 15-year-old faces multiple charges after gunfire struck a Santa Fe home and vehicle, followed by a hit-and-run crash; no injuries were reported
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:52PM
Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 04:22AM
Two people taken into custody following Valencia County narcotics investigation
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:56PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:29PM
Target 7 reviewed statements made by Rep. Melanie Stansbury and Dr. Didi Okpareke during their Congressional District 1 debate, revealing mixed accuracy in their claims.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:49PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:53PM
The New Mexico Department of Justice continues investigating thousands of potentially fraudulent public comments submitted for an air quality permit tied to Project Jupiter.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:45PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:48PM
New Mexico animal health officials confirmed two additional New World screwworm cases in Grant County and expanded surveillance and animal movement precautions.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:40PM
A humble oyster pail turned takeout icon: The American story of the Chinese food carton
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s an icon, that small white receptacle made from a single piece of cardboard folded into a trapezoid-shaped box. Sometimes there’s a wire handle, sometimes a bright red graphic of a Chinese-style pagoda on the side. And inside, deliciousness. The Chinese takeout container — at least,
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:58PM
Busfield was indicted in February on charges tied to alleged incidents on an Albuquerque set of the drama series The Cleaning Lady.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 04:45PM
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Destructive gusts blew through the Borderland Thursday evening and will continue through Friday, according to ABC-7's StormTrack Weather team. Friday morning, winds were estimated to peak at 65 miles per hour. In addition to a dramatic drop in temperatures, the wind gusts knocked down trees
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 04:22PM
Accompanied by three senior Republican members of the U.S. House of Representatives, Greg Cunningham, the Republican candidate for New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District seat, visited Electronic Caregiver in Las Cruces Oct. 15 to bolster his...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 04:50PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:51PM
Local News: Friday, October 16, 2026
The New Mexico Department of Agriculture has announced that New Mexico animal health officials have confirmed two additional New World […]
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 04:55PM
Tesla has unveiled its new Roadster sports car, which can thrust itself in the air, among other engineering bells and whistles. But drivers sh…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:53PM
Katie Zacharia is leaving her role as White House press secretary after a brief and challenging tenure.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:39PM
A fast-moving fire burned multiple homes in Southern California as hot, windy weather gripped the region Friday, prompting evacuations and pow…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:32PM
Donald Trump has flown to Georgia to campaign with Republican candidates for the Senate and governor. But the planned show of GOP unity was ac…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:12PM
It’s a light week as the area’s two eight-man squads take much needed and welcome breaks. Española Valley at Manzano (Wilson Stadium) 7 p.m. Friday For the third time this season, the Sundevils (5-2, 4-1 District 1-4A) face an Albuquerque Public Schools team. The first two meetings went well as
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:57AM
Artesia police are seeking Jamie Taylor, 23, on a nationwide warrant stemming from an Oct. 7 shooting outside an apartment complex. Taylor allegedly shot Jason Phillips after Phillips punched a woman during a domestic dispute. Phillips was treated and listed in stable condition. Taylor faces aggravated battery with a firearm
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:08PM
BOISE, Idaho — Former Cleveland standout and Boise State freshman Azlynn Tittmann was named the PAC-12 Offensive Player of the Week. Tittmann is the first freshman in Boise State history to win Conference Player of the Week. In their match against Utah State on October 8th, she had a career-high
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:53PM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The New Mexico United are set to hit the road for their final two games of the regular season. Their road trip starts on Saturday when they travel to face San Antonio FC. The last time these two two teams met was at The Lab and San
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:43PM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — When the Lobos take the field on Saturday against Hawaii, they will be without three key defensive players. Per the latest Mountain West player availability report, Linebacker Jaxton Eck and Cornerback Frankie Edwards III have been listed as out for the game. Eck was tied for first
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:29PM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Cibola Cougars pulled out a gritty win over the Highland Hornets winning 17-12. It was a defensive battle all game long. Trailing 10-6 in the third quarter, the Hornets took the lead thanks to a William Anchondo touchdown to go up 12-10. In the fourth quarter,
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:05PM
A Doña Ana County jury convicted Eddie Joe Valdez of attempted first-degree murder and evidence tampering in a 2024 shooting near Peter Hurd Road.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:55PM
SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau is conducting an independent investigation into a fatal officer-involved shooting in Hobbs early Thursday morning
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:42PM
District will install seven new routers, replacing aging equipment
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:10PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:14PM
DOJ reaches settlement with Mississippi police department it found routinely violated civil rights
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice announced Friday it reached a settlement forcing reforms in a Mississippi city and its police department, which the DOJ found discriminated against Black people, used excessive force and retaliated against critics. The settlement comes after a scathing 2024 DOJ report said
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:07PM
Brady admitted to second-degree murder in plea agreement
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:03PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:12PM
Democratic presidential hopefuls to attend New Mexico matanza as state's 2028 appeal grows Albuquerque Journal
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:00PM
The Albuquerque Journal Events - October Sunday Morning Pottery Wheel Albuquerque Journal
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:52PM
US is reviving shuttered nuclear plants to meet growing electricity demand and to power data centers
The United States is making an unprecedented attempt to revive three shuttered nuclear plants to meet growing demand, especially from data centers.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:15PM
The 2026 gardening season is coming to an end in October and it’s time to look back and assess the gardening successes that gardeners experienced and challenges they faced. The lack of irrigation water and extremely hot summer temperatures were the primary challenges. Still, many gardeners managed to reach some
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:53AM
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The La Cueva Bears earned a dominant victory last night over Farmington winning 42-14. All 42 points for the Bears came in the first half. Chris Lopez had two rushing touchdowns and a receiving touchdown. With the win, La Cueva improves to 5-3 on the year. Farmington
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:54PM
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been moved to a federal prison in Pennsylvania after reports that the hip-hop mogul was living the high life and was injured in a fight at his New Jersey lockup. That's according to a person familiar with the matter, who spoke to The Associated Press on
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:47PM
NMSU Global Campus and MVEDA are partnering on an online AI readiness course to help Southern New Mexico small businesses evaluate emerging technology.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:13PM
Bob Moore, El Paso Matters President and CEO, covers top stories each week.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:45PM
The animals weren't the only ones watching visitors at Alameda Park Zoo. Members of the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society's Nature Journal Club spent Oct. 10 observing animals from around the world, including common marmosets, small monkeys...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:03PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:04PM
Nobody wakes up one morning and decides to give up their independence. It happens quietly. You stop taking the longer walk because your knee bothers you. You skip a trail because your balance feels uncertain. You let someone else carry the...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:03PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:04PM
As we enter the final months of the year, to-do lists usually fill up with holiday planning and activities. But I’d like to encourage you to add one more essential item to that list: your health. Many families don’t realize that by mid-year, they...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:03PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:04PM
MORIARTY, N.M. — When the Moriarty High School volleyball team takes the court on Oct. 27, the match will represent much more than district standings. The Lady Pintos will host their annual “Dig Pink” night against Española Valley, turning the gymnasium into a sea of pink to raise breast cancer
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:19PM
Begay allegedly shot man inside of his truck
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:44PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:06PM
New Mexico judge tosses charges against actor Timothy Busfield, citing prosecutor misconduct
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico judge has dismissed an indictment against “West Wing” and “Field of Dreams” actor Timothy Busfield that accused him of criminal sexual contact with a child, citing prosecutorial misconduct and errors that undermined the grand jury process. State District Judge Joseph Montano granted a
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:38PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 04:06PM
Water deals, decades of drought and a booming oilfield reshape life along a legendary New Mexico river
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:21PM
Burly men in Gaza pull trucks and flip tires in competition of strength
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — No day in Gaza is normal, but Friday stood out for its shouts of delight as athletes pulled trucks, flipped massive tires and heaved weights in a strength competition that drew cheering crowds. Children and women perched on the rubble of war-destroyed buildings and
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:17PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:50PM
El Niño rains flood South America, sending residents fleeing and cattle swimming
Rivers swollen by El Niño rains have flooded parts of Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay, driving thousands of people from their homes.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:02PM
Investigators looking into whether alcohol was involved
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:28PM
Events calendar - Oct. 14
Today *Blood drive — 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bloodmobile, Clovis Community College, 417 Schepps Blvd., Clovis. Advance appointments recommended. Information or to make an appointment: visit https://www.vitalant.org/support-us/vitalelite or call 575-625-9743 *Tiny Tots storytime – 10 a.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-769-7840 *Preschool storytime: Firehouse Fun —...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:05PM
Investigators looking into whether alcohol was involved
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:28PM
Colorado Proposition NN asks voters to approve an increase in the amount of tax revenue the state is legally allowed to keep under the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights in order to direct those additional dollars to K-12 education and other...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:00PM
Investigators looking into whether alcohol was involved
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:28PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:38PM
Eight states are suing the artificial intelligence giant OpenAI, saying the company’s popular chatbot violated consumer protection laws by hur…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:46PM
Kenda Freeman told reporters on Friday that her son, Kaylub Giamanco, intervened in Thursday's attack at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:43PM
Sen. Martin Heinrich is calling for an independent investigation after a hoist at New Mexico’s Waste Isolation Pilot Plant fell 1,600 feet during a routine test. No one was injured, but the incident renewed concerns about WIPP’s aging hoist infrastructure. Heinrich urged federal officials to involve workers, address safety concerns
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:37PM
CNB Bank celebrated the opening of a 10,445-square-foot operations center at 5203 Buena Vista Drive in Carlsbad. The facility will house administrative staff and behind-the-scenes operations, freeing retail branches for customer services. The expansion follows CNB’s growth to $1 billion in assets and reflects increasing development and housing demand on
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00PM
Carlsbad’s annual Mayor’s Energy Summit will examine how Permian Basin oil and gas production affects the nation. Set for Oct. 22 at the Walter Gerrells Performing Arts Center, the event features energy and government leaders, discussions on economic impact and innovation, a workforce award, and former Heisman Trophy winner Mark
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00PM
Tweens often read less as schoolwork, activities, and screens compete for their attention, but this transition is normal. Letting them choose books—including graphic novels, series, e-books, and audiobooks—can sustain enjoyment and confidence. Family reading time, library visits, and conversations about stories further support lifelong literacy, empathy, creativity, and curiosity. The
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00PM
New Mexico state Rep. Andrea Reeb (R-Clovis) on Thursday announced her resignation from the state House of Representatives following a ruling by a federal judge that her role in the House represented a conflict with her work as a special prosecutor in the involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:13PM
Trinity site open house details. The post Trinity Site open this weekend appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00PM
After career path changes and three daughters, Hazen's dream is now at reality at Visions for Women and Men and Steppin Out at 2801 Sudderth Drive. The post Keithley’s Korner: Karyn Hazen has dream business at Visions-Steppin Out appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00PM
A collection of arrests and reports by the Ruidoso Police Department during the week of Oct. 4-10. The post Ruidoso police blotter: Oct. 4-10 appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00PM
Whether Guero’s leaning in for extra pets, soaking up attention, or simply hanging out by your side, he’s happiest when he’s with his people. The post Pet of the Week: Guero appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00PM
Capitan fell to Cobre 20-12 in a penalty-filled District 3-2A opener, with the teams combining for 30 accepted penalties. The post Penalties galore in Capitan football loss appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00PM
What does it mean to invest in public education? At Las Cruces Public Schools, we believe the answer goes far beyond textbooks, classrooms and traditional instruction. It means creating opportunities for students to discover their potential,...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:41PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:52PM
Community leaders say foiled Illinois mass shooting was result of surge in anti-Hindu hate online
A thwarted mass shooting targeting a large Hindu temple in suburban Chicago was fueled by years of hateful rhetoric on social media against Hindus and Indians, community leaders say. Authorities on Wednesday arrested Alexandros Paporakis, 19, who they said drove to the Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple in Aurora, Illinois,
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:36PM
ICE pursuit in Houston that broke a man’s leg targeted a suspect who died years ago, family says
HOUSTON (AP) — A federal officer slammed a vehicle into a Houston construction worker and broke his leg while pursuing a man who apparently died years ago, his family said Friday, further calling into question the account given by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The worker, 48-year-old Miguel Parra Hernandez
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:31PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:26PM
Pope Leo XIV has spoken on the phone from the hospital with Russian President Vladimir Putin. He expressed grave concern about attacks in Kherson.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:40AM
Illinois medical debt relief program surpasses $1B goal in two years
Illinois has erased over $1.4 billion in medical debt for nearly 700,000 residents through a relief program launched two years ago.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:37AM
Carson National Forest crews are set to ignite a prescribed burn in northern Taos County this weekend, according to a Forest Service news release Thursday (Oct. 15).
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:26AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:40PM
Otero County Sheriff David Black reported nearly $2.3 million in narcotics seized during September, including 22,815 grams of meth, fentanyl, cocaine and Suboxone. The department made 33 narcotics arrests, seized firearms and vehicles, and served eight search warrants. The monthly report also details patrol activity, courthouse security, staffing changes, training
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:00AM
New Mexico agriculture officials report two more New World screwworm cases on Oct. 15, 2026 in Grant County.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:43AM
The sheer size of investment in data centers is drawing concern as it surpasses all other historical booms and crowds out other more job-creating ventures. Until now, no industry had driven the U.S. economy with such force since the railroad expansion of the late 1800s, when titans battled one another
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:29AM
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U.S. District Court ruled working for the DA and being a representative was violation
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:50AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:42PM
Award money to be used for students with housing insecurities
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:25AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:14PM
Embattled White House press secretary Katie Zacharia is leaving the job after less than a week
WASHINGTON (AP) — Katie Zacharia is departing as White House press secretary, saying it “was an honor to work for” President Donald Trump after a short and rocky tenure that was defined by questions about her professional background and lack of polish in fielding questions from journalists. A person familiar
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:21AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:04PM
The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley. Española Police officers, Ohkay Owingeh Tribal Police, Rio Arriba County
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:07AM
Genesis facilities, including the company’s 21 nursing homes in New Mexico, will continue operating under new ownership.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:03AM
The massive Project Jupiter faces another delayed permitting proceeding. Meanwhile, Oracle exes flew in this week to provide an update on construction.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:00AM
Proposition 134 asks voters to approve a statewide requirement that student athletes in school or college sports must only participate on a men’s or women’s sports team that matches the athlete’s biological sex designated at birth. If passed, the proposition...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:00AM
New York Democrats want parking lot owners to ban ICE from their properties
NEW YORK (AP) — Mayor Zohran Mamdani and top New York Democrats are calling on the owners of private parking lots to block federal immigration officers from using their properties as staging areas, days after immigration officers shot a man in the city. In a Friday letter, Mamdani, Senate Democratic
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:51AM
The Latest: Teacher threw cellphone and tackled gunman who killed 4 at Oregon school, police say
A teacher threw her phone at the teenage gunman who killed four people at an Oregon elementary school Thursday, then tackled and fought with him — likely saving lives before he was shot by a man who followed him into the building, police said Friday. Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:51AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 04:16PM
A person places flowers at a makeshift memorial on the other side of Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Ore., on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, a day after a deadly shooting. (AP Photo/Haven Daley) BEND, Oregon — Oregon’s governor says a community member likely saved lives by chasing down a
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:47AM
A bike rider in shorts rolls past a couple walking at the town common in North Andover, Massachusetts, Feb. 23, 2022. Charles Krupa/AP File If you want more snow, look south WASHINGTON– Winter in the United States looks like it will generally be wetter and warmer, but not necessarily snowier,
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:35AM
Teen shooter who killed 4 at Oregon elementary school was a former student, police say
BEND, Ore. (AP) — A teacher threw her phone at the teenage gunman who killed four people at an Oregon elementary school, then tackled and fought with him — likely saving lives before he was shot by a father who followed him into the building, police said Friday. City of
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:10AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:28PM
The office of Ray Atchison Contractor, as seen in the Aztec High School yearbook “The Tiger’s Roar” in 1954. Dear Mr. Know-It-All, I’m a recent resident of Aztec, and I noticed the Aztec Schools administration building. Part of it appears to be an old Quonset Hut. Do you know the
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:03AM
The District 1 representative plans to use the resignation to travel. Board members will be charged with filling her vacancy.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:55AM
Ukraine's global leadership in military drone innovation has come with an unsettling vulnerability: electronics made by China.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:10AM
Artesia police are seeking Jamie Taylor, 23, on a nationwide warrant stemming from an Oct. 7 shooting outside an apartment complex. Taylor allegedly shot Jason Phillips after Phillips punched a woman during a domestic dispute. Phillips was treated and listed in stable condition. Taylor faces aggravated battery with a firearm
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:08AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:20AM
US Coast Guard rescues 16 people and searches for more after May Day call off Mexico’s Baja coast
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Sixteen people were rescued from the Pacific Ocean off Mexico’s Baja California coast on Friday after the U.S. Coast Guard responded to a May Day call reporting their boat was sinking. Another 11 people were believed missing. The people rescued were Mexican nationals, according to the
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:32AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:42PM
NCAA sues Ohio governor over his executive order allowing schools to ignore new eligibility rule
The NCAA sued the governor of Ohio on Friday, three days after he signed an executive order giving state universities the option of allowing athletes who graduated from high school in 2022 to play a fifth year in college in defiance of the NCAA’s new eligibility rule. NCAA President Charlie
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:12AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:26PM
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been moved to a federal prison in Pennsylvania after reports the hip-hop mogul was living the high life and was injured…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:47AM
Artesia girls soccer team defeated Goddard 6-0 on Thursday.
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The Spartan Construction worksite on Diamond Drive where the company is building the replacement fire station for the current LAFD Station 4. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com The Los Alamos Reporter reached out to Los Alamos County officials last week when residents began noticing the lack of activity
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:13AM
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs moved to a new prison after reports of a luxury lifestyle behind bars
NEW YORK (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs has been moved to a federal prison in Pennsylvania after reports that the hip-hop mogul was living the high life and was injured in a fight at his New Jersey lockup, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Friday.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 08:47AM
A large rotor being delivered to Los Alamos National Laboratory is anticipated to cause traffic delays between Santa Fe and the lab.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:00AM
Stosh Kozimor/Photo Courtesy LANL LANL NEWS RELEASE Stosh Kozimor, a Los Alamos National Laboratory fellow and scientist in the Inorganic, Isotope, and Actinide Chemistry group, has received the prestigious Glenn T. Seaborg Award for Nuclear Chemistry from the American Chemical Society. The honor recognizes Kozimor’s groundbreaking work in heavy element,
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:58AM
Tesla’s new Roadster car can thrust itself in the air. But don’t expect to drive it anytime soon
CHICAGO (AP) — Tesla has unveiled its new Roadster sports car, which can thrust itself in the air, among other engineering bells and whistles. But drivers shouldn’t expect to take it for a spin anytime soon. Elon Musk’s electric car company rolled out its second-generation Roadster at a Thursday event,
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:52AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:56PM
Georgia amusement park reopens as scheduled after roller coaster death
MABLETON, Ga. (AP) — Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates Friday evening for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park’s towering roller coasters. A steady trickle of vehicles drove into the park, some of which had lined up outside about
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:20AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 04:32PM
The Latest: Trump signals his embattled press secretary is on the way out
President Donald Trump suggested on Friday that his newly minted press secretary, Katie Zacharia, might not stay on the job much longer. Trump said he told Zacharia that she didn’t have to do this job and that if he were her, he would reconsider the position. Zacharia faced mounting questions
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 07:16AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:24PM
China plans to restrict or ban exports of 40 technologies, including AI, chips, and solar power, as its tech race with countries like the U.S.…
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:20AM
Española City Police are investigating the death of a 42-year-old found in a vehicle. Police arrested a woman at the scene on a misdemeanor charge of resisting arrest, after she allegedly refused to leave after talking to a detective about the man’s death, while another woman at the scene alleged
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:09AM
Republican nominee Gregg Hull says he would sign legislation limiting how long New Mexico governors can keep emergency orders in effect, while preserving rapid response powers for disasters. He supports legislative oversight and cites earlier proposals requiring lawmakers’ approval or special sessions for extensions. Democrat Deb Haaland’s campaign declined to
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:35PM
US is reviving shuttered nuclear plants to meet growing electricity demand and to power data centers
The United States is making an unprecedented attempt to revive three shuttered nuclear plants to meet rising energy demand, including from large-scale data centers. No commercial nuclear reactor is known to have resumed generating electricity after beginning the decommissioning process that takes one out of service, though some reactors have
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:59AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 02:18PM
China moves to curb tech exports, including AI, citing national security risks
HONG KONG (AP) — China on Friday said it plans to restrict or ban exports of 40 technologies that span artificial intelligence, chips and solar power as its technology race with countries including the United States intensifies. The Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Science and Technology jointly published a
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:20AM
Trump increased investments in drugmakers that benefited from Medicare exemptions, Democrats say
WASHINGTON (AP) — Investments in pharmaceutical companies made on behalf of President Donald Trump increased significantly after he returned to the White House last year, with his portfolio adding millions of dollars in stock in firms that benefited from a Republican-backed law that shields certain medications from Medicare price negotiations,
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 06:01AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:08AM
3 keys to victory over Roswell.
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Naomi Riess and Katie Stewart La Plata County voters in Colorado House District 59 will choose between Democratic incumbent Katie Stewart and Republican political newcomer Naomi Riess to represent them in the state Legislature. The Durango Herald sat down with...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:30AM
Highway expert Mick Souder traces the development of one of Colorado’s most scenic roads
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:00AM
Eight horses at TAILS of Transformation in Mancos work with area children daily
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 05:00AM
Sports scores and upcoming events from around Otero County. The post Otero County Sports Calendar: Scores and Upcoming Events appeared first on Alamogordo News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:34AM
Sports scores and upcoming events from around Lincoln County. The post Lincoln County Sports Calendar: Scores and Upcoming Events appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:38AM
Interview with flute professor Marta Plominska and trumpet professor Jacob Dalager
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 03:38AM
Body camera footage released after dog euthanasia claims Albuquerque Journal
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:55AM
Albuquerque Public Schools' new requirement for scratch-made meals has left cafeteria workers reporting heavy workloads skipped breaks, and alleged off-the-clock labor.
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:03AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:19PM
Thousands of New Mexicans face Medicare plan changes Albuquerque Journal
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:21AM
Two additional cases of New World screwworm have been confirmed in Grant County, the New Mexico Department of Agriculture announced late Thursday ...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:02AM
Carlsbad rolled past Organ Mountain 56-7 at Ralph Bowyer Cavemen Stadium, strengthening its 6A playoff push. The Cavemen’s defense intercepted four passes, with Lennon Ananins recording two, while Brock Wright and Jaxson Duarte helped spark a 21-point first quarter. Carlsbad improved to 5-3 overall and 2-3 in District 6-2A and
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 12:30AM
NM soil health campaign launches
Rural New Mexico residents will soon encounter billboards, radio spots and social media content inviting them to rethink a vital yet underappreciated ...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
November decisions
County voters to decide on state leadership, constitutional changes, millions in bond funding By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff New Mexico voters w...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Brantley backs call to review wolf policies
Sen. Crystal Brantley, R-Elephant Butte, welcomed a new push from U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins for states to review their wolf management...
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Officials secured a tainted box of mail-in ballots after federal agents determined the presence of fentanyl and methamphetamine
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Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 04:15AM
On this week’s episode of New Mexico Gameday, Devin J. Martin bring you high school highlights from across the metro. The post NM Gameday: Oct. 16 appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 04:42AM
New body camera video shows officers searching for a 13-year-old boy after police say he shot teacher Kelly Matthews at Highland Middle School. The post Hobbs police release bodycam video from middle school shooting appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 12:46AM
Skate-O-Mania could close as soon as November because its owner says he cannot secure insurance, putting the 47-year-old Albuquerque skating rink at risk. The post Albuquerque’s Skate-O-Mania may close in November over insurance costs appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 12:41AM
Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., joined KOB to discuss her time in congress and issues surrounding New Mexico's Epstein Truth Commission as she fights to keep her seat in Washington. The post Special Interview: Democrat Melanie Stansbury on her bid for re-election to congress appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 12:21AM
Santa Fe police are investigating a drive-by shooting at a home with people inside after gunfire damaged the house and a car. The post Santa Fe police arrests 15-year-old after drive-by shooting hits home, car appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 12:13AM
Big lines formed outside and inside the Breaking Bad Store in Old Town as Patrick Fabian greeted fans and signed autographs. The post Fans line up in Old Town Albuquerque to meet Patrick Fabian from ‘Better Call Saul’ appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:46PM
Mule Creek could lose its only post office, leaving some people to drive 18 miles for mail, medications and other key deliveries. The post New Mexico lawmakers urge postmaster general to reverse course on closing Mule Creek postal office appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:45PM
A freeze warning covers much of New Mexico Friday night as temperatures fall into the 30s and 20s across most of the state. The post Freeze warning issued Friday night for much of New Mexico appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:40PM
Tenderlove Community Center handed out donated hygiene items and housing vouchers at Robinson Park to help people living on the street. The post Tenderlove Community Center gives hygiene kits, housing help at Robinson Park appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
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The post American Cancer Society: Take action against breast cancer appeared first on KOB 4 .
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Expanded access to early voting will begin Saturday in New Mexico. The post Expanded access to early voting begins Saturday appeared first on KOB 4 .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:09PM
Moriarty dominated Ruidoso with its powerful misdirection run game in a 48-12 decision. The post Moriarty run game runs over Warriors appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 04:37AM
Moriarty’s punishing running game overwhelmed Ruidoso at W.D. Horton Stadium Friday night in a 48-12 decision. The post Moriarty run game punishes Ruidoso appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Friday, October 16, 2026 12:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 17, 2026 02:32AM
Doña Ana Community College's annual golf tournament funded 10 scholarships worth $1,000 each and provided additional support for the campus food pantry.
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Interview with musician James Blanchard
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Skate-O-Mania may close due to rising insurance costs Albuquerque Journal
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:00PM
A federal judge ruled Rep. Reeb could not simultaneously hold legislative and prosecutorial roles under separation of powers.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:50PM
The administration has made the hunt for noncitizen voters a priority, even though the problem is rare.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:44PM
Genesis facilities, including the company’s 21 nursing homes in New Mexico, will continue operating under new ownership.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:45PM
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez said Thursday the state “is one of the worst states in the nation when it comes to protecting victims.”
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:30PM
The massive Project Jupiter faces another delayed permitting proceeding. Meanwhile, Oracle exes flew in this week to provide an update on cons…
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:15PM
In addition to attracting a string of presidential hopefuls, New Mexico’s elections are drawing other national political figures.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:00PM
With a hearing still pending for an air quality permit for the Project Jupiter data center in southern New Mexico, Oracle Corporation on Thursday announced plans to cut emissions from the data center’s proposed power source by 35%, citing feedback it’s received from NMED and the public.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:02PM
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) - Eddie Joe Valdez was found guilty by a Doña Ana County jury today for the attempted first-degree murder of Derrick Whitehead. The shooting happened in February 26, 2024 after Valdez took Whitehead to a residential area under development south of Peter Hurd Rd. The
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:54PM
(KVIA) -- Thursday, New Mexico animal health officials confirmed two additional New World screwworm cases in Grant County, which is about an hour and a half drive north of Deming. NWS is a parasite whose larvae feed on the living tissue of warm-blooded animals. The New Mexico Department of Agriculture
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:19PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- U.S. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise visited Las Cruces Thursday. He joined Republican Congressional candidate Greg Cunningham. The event happened at the Electronic Caregiver on Main Street. ABC-7 spoke with Cunningham, who's running against incumbent Democratic Congressman Gabe Vasquez for New Mexico's second congressional district.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:12PM
Hatch Valley school board members approved a proposed food pantry lease with Casa de Peregrinos, but the arrangement still requires state authorization.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:46PM
Together with the Las Cruces Bulletin I am excited to introduce Restaurant Spotlight with Chef Armando, a new series discovering the people, stories and flavors behind our local restaurants and food trucks. As I drove through Las Cruces I was...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:27PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:49PM
The next meeting of Los Alamos JJAB will be held at 5:30 pm on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. The meeting will be held via video conferencing, and the agenda is available at http://www.losalamosjjab.com . The public is welcome, please contact JJAB at info@losalamosjjab.com or (505) 709-8125 for additional information
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:16PM
BY BROOKE DAVISKiwanic Club At the Kiwanis October 6 meeting, Los Alamos County Emergency Management Coordinator Lance Fresquez of the Los Alamos Community Preparedness Team (LACPT) gave a presentation on the program’s purpose, structure, training, and goals. The purpose of the program is to prepare local interested volunteer residents to
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:13PM
The heat rulemaking process by the state Environment Department has faced delays, with a hearing now scheduled for March 2027.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:45PM
John Shepler, president of the Santa Fe Association of Realtors, said there was “nothing earthshaking” in the report, noting that the local tr…
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:30PM
New Mexico voters will decide $351.6M in bonds for campus fixes and a new UNM medical school, with no tax rate hike.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:15PM
President Trump's inept secretary of war would have fit in with crowds that attended public hangings in the New Mexico Territory.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:00PM
A new lawsuit challenging the designation of the border as a national defense area argues it unlawfully restricts public access.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:00PM
Lady Dogs. come from two sets down to win.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:23PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:24PM
The Trump administration sought a federal court order Thursday to force California to purge 20,000 people from its voter rolls over claims they are not U.S. citizens, a major development less than three weeks before the midterm elections. The U.S. Department of Justice sued the state, asking a judge to
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:22PM
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and state Rep. Meredith Dixon (D-Albuquerque) stood alongside advocates for human trafficking survivors Thursday morning to announce a pair of legislative proposals they say will be a key step toward fixing the state’s outdated victim protections.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:00PM
New Mexico Sen. Ben Ray Luján joins demands for transparency and reimbursement over millions spent on Trump ads amid federal legal challenges.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:17PM
Commissioners appointed 11 members to committee meant to help answer community questions and provide oversight of Project Jupiter.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:46PM
David Crider of Southwest Expeditions and Sarah Sea the Cemetery Snoop join KC Counts for some of the area's most famous ghost stories.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:27PM
234 Rio Bravo Drive, White Rock. Half Price All Weekend Estate Sale – Friday, Saturday and Sunday Oct. 16, 17 and 18. 9am – 3pm – New and barely used women’s clothes sizes M-XL, cookware, collectibles, knitting yarn, fabric, tons of books about quilting and other books, foldable square sewing
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:59PM
Santa Fe police are searching for Marlena Clare Tenorio in connection to an alleged stabbing incident that left two people injured.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:30PM
Safe sleep guidelines emphasize placing infants on their backs on firm, uncluttered surfaces to reduce sleep-related fatalities.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:30PM
McLaughlin will lead University of New Mexico Hospital, the state's only Level I trauma center and only academic medical center.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:15PM
The Alamogordo Community Calendar features events Oct. 15-18 in Alamogordo, Tularosa, Cloudcroft, Mescalero and Holloman Air Force Base, including library programs, White Sands activities, markets, festivals, live performances, dances, haunted attractions, poetry and astronomy meetings. Submit upcoming community events for consideration to calendar@alamogordonews.com. The post Alamogordo community calendar; Weekend Activities!
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:00PM
Voters take on state’s $1.6 billion budget gap
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:08PM
The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos is very grateful to the community for their contributions to our annual bicycle collection in support of Free Bikes 4Kids New Mexico. Pictured are Kiwanis volunteers with one of the 80+Over 80 bikes that were collected, which will be cleaned, refurbished, and given away
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:44PM
Nylea Butler-Moore, Artistic Director, right, and Nelly Case, Coro rehearsal accompanist reviewing music score for upcoming concerts. Courtesy photo CORO DE CAMARA NEWS RELEASE Coro de Cámara returns this fall for its 38th season of delighting Northern New Mexico audiences with enchanting choral music. On October 24 and 25 at
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:36PM
LAAC NEWS RELEASE The heat has officially turned on in Fuller Lodge, which can mean only one thing: it’s time for Pumpkin Glow! Meet us at the Fuller Lodge for the Pumpkin Glow on October 24, 2026. Every year, thousands of people gaze in wonder at glowing visions of scary
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:23PM
MORIARTY, N.M. — The Moriarty Pintos have surged out of the gate in District 2-4A play, capturing a pristine 2-0 district start and reaching double-digit victories on the year with an impressive 10-5 overall record. Currently ranked No. 11 in New Mexico Class 4A by MaxPreps, the Pintos find themselves
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:23PM
They’re the state’s third and fourth cases since the sometimes-deadly pest made its return to the United States this summer.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:30PM
A district judge has asked the state to find out what the Taos County Sheriff’s Office has done to summon Deputy Nicholas Varela, a witness who allegedly told the state he wouldn’t appear at trial, violating a court-ordered subpoena.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:39PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 01:10PM
LAS CRUCES — Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham brought some of the most powerful Republicans in the U.S. House to southern New Mexico Thursday, using a Las Cruces campaign event to spotlight rural health care, technology, economic development, and his bid to unseat Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez in the
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:01PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:02PM
A high-profile state representative on the investigative committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein resigned from the New Mexico legislature today after a federal judge ruled she could not serve as both a legislator and contracted state prosecutor. In September, Republicans in the state called for Rep. Andrea Romero, a Democrat who also
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:41PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:49PM
Decades of oil and gas production have transformed communities along the Pecos River. Attitudes have changed, too.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:34PM
WASHINGTON —Suddenly there’s hope for cutting the reams of red tape that can make getting new energy projects a seemingly endless slog. Top Republican and Democratic senators have unveiled a 417-page bill to overhaul the approval process, a pathway for what’s known as “permitting reform.” A debate is likely when
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:17PM
Doña Ana County commissioners delayed action on three special audit corrective measures, calling for greater transparency and outside review before approval.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:45PM
BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com Above are numbers 6, 7 and 8 of the Los Alamos Reporter’s series of Issue Snapshots for County Council candidates, a total of 20 in all. Watch for more snapshots daily as the general election approaches. Please note that not all candidates opted to complete the questionaire,
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:58PM
Katie Zacharia, the new White House press secretary, is defending her legal background and short inaugural briefing.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:48PM
By The Daily Press Staff The Hurley Town Council voted unanimously for a short-term deal with the village of Santa Clara to provide additional police...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:00PM
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Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:00PM
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SANTA TERESA, N.M. (KVIA) -- Doña Ana Fire Rescue crews and County Animal Control rescued a cat that wandered into the undercarriage of its owner's car Wednesday. Just after 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, firefighters went to a home off of N Country Club Road. Kitty's owner tried to find the cat,
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:32PM
White Sands and other New Mexico national parks face delayed maintenance and canceled projects as the Interior Department downgrades nearly 1,500 projects nationwide.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:46PM
LAS CRUCES – The Doña Ana County Board of County Commissioners has announced the appointment of 11 community members to serve on a newly established
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:01PM
A Georgia amusement park where a man fell to his death from a roller coaster is set to reopen amid a growing safety probe of roller coasters m…
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:41PM
The Taos News' Voters Guide to the 2026 General Election is on newsstands in the Oct. 15 edition and online at taosnews.com. Expanded early voting begins Saturday (Oct. 17). Polls are open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Peñasco Community Center, 14136...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:16PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:23PM
An internet outage affecting 4,200 Kit Carson Electric Co-op customers was caused by a vehicle that struck and severed fiber-optic cables near the intersection of NM Road 230 and Hondo-Seco Road.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:13PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:37AM
LAS CRUCES – Doña Ana County Fire Rescue crews assisted county Animal Control officers Wednesday evening in the successful rescue of a cat named “Kitty,”
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:55PM
LAS CRUCES – Doña Ana County will hold its annual unclaimed burial ceremony Wednesday, October 21, honoring 39 individuals whose remains have not been claimed
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:01PM
Allegra Love discuss the impact of the uptick in ICE arrests during President Donald Trump’s second administration and the toll it is having o…
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:45PM
Federal authorities are investigating letters with “suspicious substances” that have been mailed to congressional and election offices nationwide.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:16PM
A Bend police spokesperson has confirmed the suspect is dead. It wasn’t clear if the suspect was included among the five.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:13PM
The charitable organization that puts on the annual Fiesta del Valle de Española receives governmental funds and in-kind support, but financial records of the organization are hard to come by. Fiesta del Valle de Española Corp. Board of Directors members have not returned multiple phone calls and voicemails seeking financial
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:01AM
WASHINGTON — Peter Daniell of Broomfield, Colorado, took home the grand prize Wednesday night after winning the National Civics Bee Championship in the nation’s capital. Daniell, a ninth-grader, was one of 52 students from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and American Samoa who put their civics knowledge to the test
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:28PM
Ruidoso’s girls soccer team fell 3-2 to Bosque on Oct. 14 despite two goals from eighth grader Lilly Bishop. The post Two goals not enough for Ruidoso girls in loss to Bosque appeared first on Ruidoso News .
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:38PM
New Mexico animal health officials have confirmed two additional New World screwworm cases in Grant County, one in a horse and one in a calf. State and federal officials are continuing to expand surveillance and fly-trapping around affected locations to identify any additional cases and determine whether the pest has
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:53PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Colorado Proposition 137 asks voters to allow the state to keep additional sales tax revenue collected from sporting goods sales and dedicate the money to wildfire prevention, conservation, water protection and outdoor recreation programs. If passed, the measure would exempt...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:00PM
Doña Ana County flood victims can meet with disaster case managers at community centers in Rincon and Mesquite. Find locations, hours and how to request help.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:53PM
WRBC NEWS RELEASE White Rock Baptist Church will host its 19th annual Trunk orTreat and Fall Festival on Halloween from 5 to 8 p.m. at 80 State Rd. 4. The free public event offers a compact, pedestrian-friendly alternative to traditional trick-or-treating. Church members will park in the lot, decorate their
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:46PM
BY WILLIAM MEADIndivisible Los Alamos From 1 to 3 p.m., this Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, Indivisible Los Alamos will host a non-partisan rally, “No Kings: Vote Early”, at Ashley Pond to celebrate our “voting power” and prepare to respond firmly if anyone uses unlawful government power to interfere with the
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:36PM
Joan was born in Las Vegas, New Mexico, to Juan de Dios “John” Apodaca and Rachel S. Apodaca Cunningham. Her parents later moved to Santa Fe, where Joan attended Loretto Academy before transferring to the public school system. She graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1957 and went on
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:00PM
U.S. Congressman Gabe Vasquez documented his campaign stops across New Mexico's second district through social media posts dated October 15, 2026.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:16PM
Ruidoso hosted the XTERRA World Championships for the first time, launching a three-year run across Grindstone Lake, Grindstone Mesa, and Wingfield Park. Athletes from every continent gathered in the Sacramento Mountains for elite off-road triathlon competition, transforming the village with international sports excitement throughout the weekend. The post XTERRA scenes
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:40PM
A coalition of New Mexico and western conservation groups this week filed a formal protest against the federal land agency over proposed drilling plans in the Carlsbad area. The plan, the groups contend, violates federal law and disregards the environmental impact it will have on the land, climate and surrounding
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:12PM
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump Thursday announced that the execution of a man convicted of the Fort Hood shooting will not be livestreamed, a reversal after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said last week that Nidal Hasan’s death by firing squad would be public. “I think streaming the execution for all
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:03PM
Space will foster regional partnerships to create a collaborative ecosystem
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:30PM
Joshua Villa Silver City, NM – On October 9, 2026 District Attorney Norman R. Wheeler announced that 37-year-old Joshua Villa has been held without bond after being charged with First-Degree Murder, Possession of a firearm by a felon, Agg. Assault and Possession of a Controlled substance, in connection with the
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:43PM
Melvin and Valerie Cordell released from detention prior to trial on Child Abuse case.
On Tuesday, October 13, at a special hearing, Sixth Judicial District Court Judge Jennifer Delaney ordered the release of Melvin and Valerie Cordell from the Luna County Detention Center, after their upcoming trial was vacated. The trial was vacated following a hearing on October 9 to determine whether the state
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:39PM
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Hidalgo Medical Services has earned a five-star rating from the National Rural Rating System, which evaluates rural healthcare facilities using […]
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:46PM
LANET NEWS RELEASE What is the future of the internet in Los Alamos? LANet invites community members to learn more during its Community and Customer Update on Thursday, October 22, at 5:30 p.m. In-person registration at SALA Event Center is full; registration remains open for participation by Zoom. (See below)
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:43PM
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Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 04:20PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper, — Bernalillo County is moving to cut red tape so it can get emergency medical care to the streets faster, overhaul jail detox programs and […]
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:36PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Albuquerque-area renters searching for an affordable place to live have a limited window to get in line for federal housing help, and the deadline […]
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:04PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The New Mexico Department of Public Safety Forensic Laboratory highlights its commitment to scientific accuracy through rigorous training and advanced technology across three regional sites. Staff emphasize objectivity while dispelling myths about their profession's portrayal in popular media.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:51PM
Two new cases of New World screwworm have been confirmed in Grant County livestock by state officials. Expanded surveillance measures are underway as authorities urge vigilance among animal owners. The Department of Agriculture continues its regulatory role throughout this response.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:38PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper, — Bernalillo County is moving to cut red tape so it can get emergency medical care to the streets faster, overhaul jail detox programs and crack down on fentanyl trafficking. Commissioners approved an emergency declaration Wednesday that grants emergency authority to the county manager and
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:36PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Albuquerque-area renters searching for an affordable place to live have a limited window to get in line for federal housing help, and the deadline for one program is already approaching. The Albuquerque Housing Authority opens pre-applications for its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:04PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Heavy rains in mid-September washed out a culvert
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:43PM
Five tornadoes have been reported across western Colorado and eastern Utah this year
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:32PM
Tim Wheeler, center, and Tom Campbell, right, stop to help a child with a bike chain that fell off at Buckley Park in Durango on Oct. 9. (Christian Burney/Durango Herald)Christian Burney
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:00PM
Hatch Valley school board members are exploring security options after police staffing shortages complicated efforts to provide a school resource officer.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:59PM
Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used her Twitter platform on October 13-14 to inform constituents about constituent services and voice strong opposition to ICE raids affecting Santa Fe workers while reaffirming her support for local farmers.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:00PM
Editor’s note: Democrat U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández is running for her fourth term representing New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District. Her opponent, Martin Zamora of Clovis, is finishing his fourth term as a state House representative. The News asked both candidates questions via email. Their answers were not edited. Q:
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:32PM
Editor’s Note: This story is part of Gen Z at the Ballot Box, a collaboration between States Newsroom and The 19th. Boise State University senior Cade Syvock opposes abortion. As president of the school’s chapter of the conservative group Turning Point USA, the organization founded by the late activist Charlie
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:43PM
Leaders of the New Mexico Office of Housing on Wednesday released the results of a new analysis showing how the state’s existing housing supply shortchanges most low- and medium-income residents, along with a breakdown of close to $100 million in funding it plans to request next year.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:40PM
New Mexico officials issued a voter rights advisory detailing restrictions on federal officers, poll watchers and firearms at voting locations for the 2026 election.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:30PM
Donna Popky has had art as a lifelong companion, beginning with childhood drawing lessons in New York City and continuing through a career that included teaching art to children and helping nursing home residents discover the joy of creating...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:30PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:31PM
A fall brought a man to Las Cruces for medical care. What his wife expected to be treatment for an injury became something neither had anticipated. The man had been transferred after the hospital treating him could not perform the imaging...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:29PM
SANDIA PARK, N.M. — The East Mountain High School volleyball program is rallying the local community for a benefit match this month to support two East Mountain families affected by cancer. The Timberwolves will host their annual “Dig Pink” game on Oct. 27, dedicating the evening’s fundraising efforts to Sailor
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:52PM
Christmas or Red and Green. How do you like it? More importantly, how do you say it? Many folks have grown accustomed to saying Christmas while others say it’s disrespectful to the reason for the season. More of our “traditional” (read older) folks still say “both” when asked if they
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:55AM
Initiative intends to increase legal penalties of participating in the child sex-trade
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 01:29PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — North Valley residents who challenged plans for a proposed mosque lost their appeal Wednesday evening when Bernalillo County commissioners denied the appeal and upheld […]
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:49PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 01:27PM
Ruidoso’s 2026 monsoon season delivered 11.21 inches of rain—nearly twice the area’s average and the second-wettest in the Sierra Blanca Airport’s 21-year record. Despite rainfall totals matching 2025, storms were generally lighter and avoided burn scars, resulting in no flash flood emergency declarations. Meteorologists say timing, healing scars and luck
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:51PM
New Mexico’s medical malpractice reforms and healthcare compacts face renewed political threats, the author argues, as trial lawyers and their allies influence Democratic candidates and legislative committees. The piece highlights reform champions Rep. Marian Matthews and Rep. Nicole Chavez, criticizes Lisa Curtis and Deb Haaland, and urges voters to protect
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00PM
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham condemned the EPA’s proposed rollback of federal methane regulations for oil and gas production, warning it would increase pollution and threaten public health. The proposal would eliminate requirements on flaring, emissions monitoring, super emitters and equipment upgrades. State officials and advocates vowed to preserve
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00PM
Carlsbad’s Cavemen host the winless Organ Mountain Knights Friday at 7 p.m., seeking to improve their 1-3 District 6-2A record. Carlsbad fell to El Dorado, 22-21, after surrendering a 21-point lead and missing a late field goal. Organ Mountain enters on a four-game losing streak, with quarterback Jaydon Kraft and
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00PM
Carlsbad’s weekly sports calendar features the Cavemen football team hosting Organ Mountain Friday at 7 p.m., along with volleyball, soccer and cross-country events involving Carlsbad and Loving through Oct. 20. Ongoing opportunities include New Mexico trout and bass challenges, Riverwalk Recreation Center activities, wrestling tryouts and Carlsbad Roadrunners meetings. The
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00PM
New Mexico’s medical malpractice reforms and healthcare compacts face renewed political threats, the author argues, as trial lawyers and their allies influence Democratic candidates and legislative committees. The piece highlights reform champions Rep. Marian Matthews and Rep. Nicole Chavez, criticizes Lisa Curtis and Deb Haaland, and urges voters to protect
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — North Valley residents who challenged plans for a proposed mosque lost their appeal Wednesday evening when Bernalillo County commissioners denied the appeal and upheld conditional-use approval for the Albuquerque Islamic Center on Second Street. Residents raised concerns about traffic and the area’s rural character.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:49PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 01:27PM
Doña Ana County announced 11 appointees to its Project Jupiter Community Monitoring Committee, including three members representing District 2.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:54PM
Journal Poll: Stansbury, Leger Fernandez lead House races Albuquerque Journal
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:00AM
This story was originally published by Source NM. It is republished here with permission. By Joshua Bowling, Source NM — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez in a Wednesday letter […]
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:16AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
This story was originally published by Source NM. It is republished here with permission. By Joshua Bowling, Source NM — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez in a Wednesday letter to New Mexico Environment Department Secretary James Kenney said that a “substantial share” of public comments on the pending air
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:16AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
New Mexico State Senator Rex Wilson was kicked in the chest by a heifer while working on his ranch near Carrizozo. After hospital evaluation, the 66-year-old Republican returned home and resumed his legislative duties days later, attending an interim committee meeting in Santa Fe. His office also scheduled a public
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Nearly 5,000 Sandoval County voters have already cast ballots for the Nov. 3 election. Starting Saturday, everyone else gets a lot more places to do the same. Early voting expands to 21 more sites across the county on Oct. 17, including five in Rio
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:53AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Professional hockey is back in New Mexico. That alone would make this a noteworthy weekend, but Rio Rancho and the surrounding region add an R&B arena show, a free Halloween movie night, an astrophotography workshop, a pet shot clinic and a comedian who got
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:18AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Seventeen years after the Scorpions skated off, pro hockey returns to Rio Rancho on Friday, and the Goatheads already have a packed house waiting. The New Mexico Goatheads host the Idaho Steelheads at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at the Rio Rancho Events Center
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:03AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Gerald Trujillo pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter for the shooting death of his friend, Elias Tiberi, in the Ohkay Casino parking lot in 2025. District Judge Anastasia Martin accepted his plea on Oct. 7. Trujillo, 22, of Española, pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter, negligent use of a deadly weapon and
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:43AM
Several amendments to the New Mexico Constitution will appear on the Nov. 3 general election ballot that, if approved, would require governors to explain their vetoes, eliminate the requirement to hold school elections on odd-numbered years and...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:08AM
Amid the jingling bells of his peers, David Gonzales raised his dance staff aloft in the moments the up-tempo drumming called for it and with expert footwork slowly circled the Soldiers’ Monument. Earlier, wearing a shirt that read “Comanche,...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:08AM
Taos’s iconic Old Blinking Light may soon become a brand-new, European-style roundabout. It's one of the options the New Mexico Department of Transportation showed the public Thursday (Oct. 8) at an open house at the Taos Civic Center’s El...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:10AM
Taos firefighters held out their boots to passing drivers Friday (Oct. 9) and came back with just over $46,000, Lt. Brian Levine said, celebrating the department's 93rd annual fire drive. The money pays for firefighter training, for volunteers...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:10AM
Taos may have a bowling alley again by next year after a judge approved a stipulated order for the sale of Gutters Bowling Alley on Plaza Cañon Drive on Monday (Oct. 5). Amos Cohn and his wife, Suzette Cohn, owners of AC Towing and...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:10AM
New York state legislators make $142,000 a year. New Hampshire state representatives and senators make $100. Legislators in 47 other states are paid a yearly salary in between those two amounts. In 2026, New Mexico stands as the only state that...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:10AM
The New Mexico Supreme Court questioned whether Cosme Ripol, a state prosecutor in 8th Judicial District Court in Taos, should be allowed to continue practicing law during oral argument on Tuesday (Oct. 13) in Santa Fe. Ripol could be disbarred...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 10:10AM
A man whose vehicle tumbled into the Rio Grande on Sunday evening (Oct. 11) dragged himself out of the river with a leg injury, a Taos Fire Department lieutenant said. The crash happened at around mile marker 5 or 6 on N.M. 570, Lt. Mario Romero...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 11:07AM
At the Tuesday (Oct. 13) Town of Taos Council regular meeting, Mayor Dan Barrone directed staff to move the town’s water restrictions from Phase 4 back to Phase 3. He did so at the recommendation of Interim Public Works Director Tim Corner,...
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:36PM
Chavez is facing an investigation into her ties to Project Jupiter — through both her role in the Legislature and her husband’s lobbying work.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:14AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:19AM
CYFD has not yet set a new timeline for the project’s rollout, prompting concerns from lawmakers over the seemingly endless delays.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:11AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Your state income tax is on the ballot this fall, at least in spirit. Republicans running for Rio Rancho-area House seats say New Mexico’s oil windfall can cover shrinking or scrapping it. Their Democratic opponents say that would blow a hole in schools, health
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:41AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Professor Cristopher Moore. Courtesy photo BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com Cristopher Moore is a professor at the Santa Fe Institute who among other things works on transparency, in AI “and its use in ‘consequential decisions’ that affect people’s lives and rights — such as risk assessment in the criminal justice system”. He
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:12AM
By Kevin Hendricks Moriarty shoppers will have to take their bargain hunting elsewhere for now after a vehicle crashed into the Dollar General on Route 66 Wednesday morning, closing the store until further notice. Moriarty Fire Department crews responded at about 10 a.m. to the store at 705 U.S. Route
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:44AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Several major health insurers in New Mexico will discontinue certain Medicare Advantage plans for 2027, including Presbyterian, Christus and Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:59AM
The analysis released by Climate Matters found New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District warmed by 4.8 degrees from 1970 to 2025.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:56AM
Staff with the state agency noted some pollutant concentration estimates doubled in recent modeling of emissions for the data’ center’s fuel cell plant.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 08:45AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:17AM
Mural memorializing Grace Gallegos to be unveiled Oct. 24
A mural that memorializes a local woman who lost her battle with opioid addiction is set to be unveiled, just as a resource center that carries her name gets the boost it needs to combat drug abuse. The mural in honor of Grace Gallegos will be unveiled to the community
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 07:00AM
Didi Okpareke set Republican hearts fluttering as she took on ABQ progressive icon and Dem US Rep. Melanie Stansbury in a thirty-minute TV debate that also saw the first-time candidate stun Republicans by splitting with President Trump on the war in Iran.There was more. Okpareke, 42, titillated the audience by
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:10AM
Sullivan Middaugh captured his first XTERRA World Championship in Ruidoso, winning the elite men’s triathlon by nearly six minutes and taking home $20,000. The 22-year-old was joined in the top 10 by his father, Josiah, and brother, Porter. France’s Alizee Paties won the women’s title, finishing six minutes ahead of
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 01:36PM
New Mexico’s medical malpractice reforms and healthcare compacts face renewed political threats, the author argues, as trial lawyers and their allies influence Democratic candidates and legislative committees. The piece highlights reform champions Rep. Marian Matthews and Rep. Nicole Chavez, criticizes Lisa Curtis and Deb Haaland, and urges voters to protect
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 06:00AM
Dr. Crit Caton talks about 30th anniversary of the Spirit Run.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:37PM
Residents given chance to share what they like or dislike
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 05:00AM
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 .
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 03:03AM
County denies appeal, clearing North Valley mosque project Albuquerque Journal
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 01:35AM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Voters will see a bond regarding renovations to the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. In July 2026, the Las Cruces City Council approved a resolution for the public to vote on the General Obligation (GO) bond to support the project. The bond is secured by property
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:47AM
Doña Ana County election officials reject viral claims about ballot markings and explain how ballots that cannot be read by machines may still be counted.
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:58AM
UNM Hospital names new CEO Albuquerque Journal
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 11:05PM
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez in a Wednesday letter to New Mexico Environment Department Secretary James Kenney said that a “substantial share” of public comments on the pending air quality permit application for the Project Jupiter data center were “not sent by members of the public acting on their
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 11:07PM
Doña Ana County approved $129,600 for Cruces Creatives to reinvent the Renaissance Faire as Mozaico in 2027 after the longtime Arts Council closed.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 11:27PM
Albuquerque – On Wednesday afternoon, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were dispatched to a vehicle vs motorcycle crash at Menaul and Mesilla. Upon arrival, officers located one individual with life-threatening injuries. The individual was transported to a local area hospital by Albuquerque Fire’s Rescue 9. Due to the severity
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:01PM
WASHINGTON — The No Kings movement that has brought millions to the streets across the United States three times since the start of President Donald Trump’s second term is staging its next event at the polls. Organizers across hundreds of advocacy groups will pull together thousands of events nationwide Saturday
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:26PM
A federal judge has issued a preliminary ruling blocking the Trump administration from moving the U.S. Forest Service’s headquarters from Washington, D.C., to Salt Lake City while the rest of the lawsuit over the relocation plays out in court. In the order signed Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria, in
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:05PM
With early voting already underway in New Mexico, voters are making their voices heard ahead of the November election. As part of ABC-7's Your Voice, Your Vote coverage, ABC-7 anchor Marcel Clarke sat down one-on-one with Democratic Congressman Gabe Vasquez, who is seeking re-election to represent New Mexico's 2nd Congressional
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:47PM
DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) -- Wednesday, the Board of County Commissioners for Doña Ana County has announced the members appointed to serve on the Community Monitoring Committee related to Project Jupiter. The board established the committee to provide a forum for community input and oversight related to the Project
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:43PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- The Doña Ana County Clerk’s Office warned about misinformation spreading online alleging that election workers wrote on voters' ballots, disqualifying ballots. "While the claim does not appear to have originated in Doña Ana County, it has spread throughout New Mexico, causing potential confusion among voters,"
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:35PM
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Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:17PM
A Curry County sheriff’s deputy found Jon Quezada walking east toward Clovis on U.S. 60/84 about 1 p.m. on Oct. 9. The deputy gave Quezada a ride into town, court records show. Three hours later, Quezada told police he’d found his wife, Anna Ulibarri, dead in a field about five
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:15PM
New Mexico Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland continued her fundraising dominance over Republican opponent Gregg Hull with fewer than three weeks until the Nov. 3 general election, new campaign reports show.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:30PM
WASHINGTON — Democrats are touting an ambitious legislative agenda centered on affordability and accountability if they take back the U.S. House or Senate — or both — in November. A slew of pressing policy debates are on tap for Democrats, including healthcare, immigration, voting rights, the war in Iran, oversight,
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:14PM
A day honoring Jody Mancillas, an $800k Wastewater Treatment Plant spend, critical board vacancies filled, and more from the Tuesday, October 13, Village of Cloudcroft Council meeting
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:58PM
Trustees voted unanimously to buy four new membrane cassettes and rebuild their basin, a stopgap to keep the plant running while the village chases funding for a multimillion-dollar replacement
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:53PM
[caption id="attachment_109029" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Photo by Aaron Rogers for the Daily Press)Driftwood founders Jesse Westenberger, Zeyah...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 07:00PM
[caption id="attachment_109030" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)Priscilla Lucero, executive director of the Southwest N...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 07:00PM
Incumbent U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) faced Republican pharmacist and political newcomer Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke in a televised debate Tuesday evening where, aside from ending the war in Iran and slowing data center growth in New Mexico, the two candidates found little room for agreements.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 07:12PM
Don Owen Coffin made his transition from this world peacefully Sept. 27, 2026, in Los Alamos, New Mexico, in his apartment at Los Alamos Assisted Living, just after visiting with his family. He was 97. Born June 27, 1929, Don lived a long and deeply rooted life marked by intellect,
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 07:28PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 07:32PM
One resident says objects were thrown 300 feet in the air
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:12PM
The U.S. Department of Justice is demanding California not count ballots from voters it says are suspected noncitizens, a move by the Trump administration to apply last-minute pressure as voting begins in the midterm elections. The Justice Department on Tuesday gave California election officials 48 hours to remove voters on
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:57PM
The executive director of Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting, and the Outdoors says proposed federal legislation will help New Mexico build on work done to protect the forests from wildfires.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:47PM
Amid rising inflation, the New Mexico organization that manages public employee retirement plans on Tuesday proposed a $250 million appropriation for ‘short term’ cost-of-living adjustment relief for retirees.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:28PM
Colorado Proposition 135 would prohibit healthcare professionals from providing people age 18 and younger with medical surgery to alter biological sex characteristics, as well as prohibit the use of state or federal funds, Medicaid reimbursements or insurance coverage to pay...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:29PM
One resident says objects were thrown 300 feet in the air
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:12PM
Since 2022, the OmniHum Gallery in Taos showcased artists whose work falls outside conventional Southwestern styles, particularly art depicting the visionary, mystical and spiritual.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 05:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:42AM
Not so long ago, a $4 million year-over-year increase in New Mexico film production spending would have been disappointing. That was then; this is now. Gone are the halcyon days of fiscal years 2022 and 2023, when the industry attracted...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 05:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:41AM
Melanie Kirby’s plan was to move to San Francisco to become a DJ. Then, a stint in the Peace Corps in Paraguay altered her life plan when she was randomly assigned to assist with a beekeeping extension program. “Here I was working with...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 05:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:43AM
Would drivers in Taos and across New Mexico accept a tax hike on gas in exchange for better roads as prices soar at the pump? That’s a question that State Sen. Roberto “Bobby” Gonzales posed when he sponsored a Senate bill that would increase the...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 05:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:46AM
SANDIA PARK, N.M. — The East Mountain High School volleyball team is closing in on school history in Claire Rose’s first year as head coach, riding an 11-6 overall record and an undefeated start in District 5-3A play into the season’s final three weeks. With a 2-0 league mark, the
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 05:27PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — About six people a week died from opioid-related causes in Bernalillo County last year. Now, county commissioners are considering an emergency declaration to help […]
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:03PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Monday (April 13) through Sunday (April 19). Animals currently in care: 57 Total intakes this week: 8 Transfers this week: 12 Animals in foster: 11 Pounds of food:...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:23AM
The U.S. Department of the Interior has canceled contracts to conduct routine maintenance and programming at numerous national parks and downgraded nearly 1,500 more projects across the country to “low priority” status, including several in New...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 09:23AM
Two months after six of Azlan White’s wolf-dog hybrids were discovered dead along N.M. 68, Embudo Valley residents concerned about the pack’s repeated escapes from their fenced enclosure are calling on the Rio Arriba County Commission to...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:15PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 10:30AM
From left: Denise Chavez, senior director for administration at the Samaritan House; Michael Drumm, executive director of the Samaritan House and volunteer Jose Trujillo sift through clothing donations from Walmart at the shelter on Wednesday. While a local group has expressed concern over the decision to sell the building in
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:02PM
Alamogordo commissioners approved dedicating $1 million in remaining LEDA funds to rehabilitate or demolish derelict properties along White Sands Boulevard, East First Street, and East Tenth Street, including the former Holiday Inn site. City Manager Robert Stockwell said the effort could improve the city’s appearance and attract investment, while commissioners
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:51PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — About six people a week died from opioid-related causes in Bernalillo County last year. Now, county commissioners are considering an emergency declaration to help fund a more robust response, including expanded street medicine and addiction treatment, real-time overdose tracking and a new sheriff’s operation
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:03PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Las Cruces, NM(KVIA-TV) — The much-anticipated Coats for Kids campaign kicked off its 32nd annual drive this week, aiming to ensure that every child in Las Cruces stays warm this winter. Organized by Las Cruces Coats in partnership with Las Cruces Public Schools, the initiative plans to distribute over 1,250
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:33PM
Local News: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
The Hidalgo Soil and Water Conservation District has developed its Natural Resource Improvement Cost Share Assistance Program to help farmers […]
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:08PM
MORIARTY, N.M. — A regional health initiative that grew from an elementary school outreach project into a major district-wide resource is set to return this month with expanded offerings. The Moriarty-Edgewood School District will host its second annual Community Health and Wellness Fair, alongside a community craft fair, on Saturday,
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:28PM
By Kevin Hendricks — New Mexico voters just got a cheat sheet — the legal kind. Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver and Attorney General Raúl Torrez released a joint […]
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:22PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:00PM
Robertson High School’s head football coach was arrested over the weekend and is facing criminal charges for allegedly forcing his way into a home and punching a man repeatedly. Police arrested 38-year-old Lucas Sanchez on Sunday following an altercation at a Las Vegas home the night before. Las Vegas Police
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:33PM
By Kevin Hendricks — New Mexico voters just got a cheat sheet — the legal kind. Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver and Attorney General Raúl Torrez released a joint advisory Tuesday spelling out election deadlines, who belongs at a polling place and what crosses the line into voter intimidation.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:22PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:00PM
By Rodd Cayton The permanent preservation of about six acres of farmland in Corrales is being hailed as a victory for nature. The Village of Corrales is among the entities that contributed to keeping the land in a near-natural state, having recently approved a conservation easement with more than $700,000.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:24PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks — New Mexico voters just got a cheat sheet — the legal kind. Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver and Attorney General Raúl Torrez released a joint advisory Tuesday spelling out election deadlines, who belongs at a polling place and what crosses the line into voter intimidation.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:22PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:00PM
By Jesse Jones, The Route 66 Independent — Following a three-month vacancy left by former Commissioner Mike Rariden, the town of Edgewood restored its full Town Commission after commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday night to appoint Doug West to the open District 5 seat. West, a retired Albuquerque Police Department commander
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 03:29PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Republican gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull pledged to prioritize child welfare and improve transparency at New Mexico’s Children, Youth and Families Department during an Artesia campaign stop. His proposals include rebuilding trust with foster parents, nonprofits and investigators, and ensuring stable placements for children. Democrat Deb Haaland has proposed replacing CYFD
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:14PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:15PM
Loving junior football wide receiver Rider Gonzalez and Carlsbad junior volleyball player Brinley Brantley won Athlete of the Week. Readers can vote for this week’s top high school athlete from Carlsbad and Loving at currentargus.com or by scanning the QR code. Nominees include football standout Jaden Harper and cross-country runners
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:00PM
LAS CRUCES – Oracle is reviewing a proposed electricity service agreement with El Paso Electric following discussions with Doña Ana County commissioners, as the company
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:53PM
The autumn season culminates in the widely anticipated Los Alamos Halloweekend, running from Friday, Oct. 30 through Sunday, Nov. 1. The flagship event, Trick-or-Treat on MainStreet, takes place on Friday, Oct. 30, from 4-6 p.m. Central Avenue in downtown Los Alamos will close to vehicle traffic, creating a safe, pedestrian-only
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:45PM
COUNTY NEWS RELEASE Power is out in the Pajarito Acres area of White Rock around Piedra Loop, La Senda Road, and Monte Rey Drive. Approximately 35 customers are affected. Electric linemen from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities have been dispatched. Restoration of power is expected in approximately three
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:40PM
By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – For 60 years, KUNM has been more than a radio station. It has been a place where New Mexicans discover new music, hear familiar […]
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
A top executive at Alta Vista Regional Hospital has confirmed: the hospital is not up for sale. Alta Vista CEO Helen Ballantyne said in an email statement to The Optic on Monday that the hospital is “not currently involved in a sale transaction.” The statement comes after speculation was raised
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 01:00PM
According to Greggory Hull, the Republican candidate for New Mexico governor, this could be the year his party wins the election for the state’s top office. The Daily Record spoke to Republicans at this event and reached out to local Democrats by telephone the same evening who didn’t attend. Hull
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
This article is co-published with ProPublica and The Texas Tribune as part of an initiative to report on local control of government. Last December, New Mexico officials celebrated publication of a plan to address climate change, designed to dramatically reduce the state’s greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. A few months
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 01:34PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 01:35PM
Republican gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull met with community members and government leaders during a 90-minute gathering at the Artesia Chamber of Commerce.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 12:04PM
This week, New Mexico anglers seeking trout should head north, where conditions range from good to particularly good at Hopewell Lake, Lake Maloya, the Pecos River, Rio Grande, Rio Chama and San Juan River. Catfish anglers should look west of Silver City or near Portales, where Bill Evans Lake and
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 12:00PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:23AM
A large crowd joined the Potter's Guild of Las Cruces at its annual Empty Bowls event to raise funs in support of El Caldito Soup Kitchen. The Oct. 10 gathering at St. Paul's United Methodist Church offered a locally-crafted bowl filled with soup...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 11:25AM
Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2026 02:35PM
Grants Water Main Break Prompts Extended Repairs, Street Closure News Staff Wed, 10/14/2026 - 05:52
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 10:52AM
Fernandez Leads Pirates Charge Over Taos Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent Wed, 10/14/2026 - 05:52
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 10:52AM
NM Junior College working to advance nursing skills John Leacock/News-Sun New Mexico’s nursing training has received recognition for its excellence, with New Mexico Junior College’s nursing program among the best LPN to RN efforts in the state. NMJC’s program was recently ranked third in the state by Practical Nursing, an
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:05AM
Farmers and ranchers spoke at a roundtable in Corrales on Tuesday about how higher fuel costs are impacting them.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:18AM
An ICE raid on a Santa Fe housing construction site Tuesday comes as part of an apparent surge in immigration enforcement targeting construction workers in the region.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 09:12AM
Haarmeyer movie gets early screening in Lea Levi Hill/News-Sun LOVINGTON — There is one thing you notice quickly when you sit down for an interview with independent filmmaker and author Mary Haarmeyer — she is a live wire, a runaway train of energy. And after an hour of listening to
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:55AM
Jeffrey Hughes appointed interim county manager
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:45AM
There are no early surprises in the first week of early voting for the 2026 election. About 30,000 votes were cast statewide through Monday, according to the Secretary of State. Democrats dominate the early turnout with 59% of the total, while Republicans sit at 27% and independents account for 14%.The
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:10AM
United Way of Eddy County announced that Executive Director Kyle Marksteiner will step down to join the City of Carlsbad. Serina Lyons will serve as interim executive director, bringing nonprofit experience and organizational knowledge to the role. The organization thanked Marksteiner for strengthening community partnerships and assured donors, volunteers, and
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:20AM
Hermosa Elementary School seeks to make goal.
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 05:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 08:31AM
Above normal temperatures are about to give way to a cold, windy weekend east of Albuquerque. The National Weather Service in Albuquerque issued freeze and cold weather warnings for most of New Mexico earlier this week as a low pressure system descends over New Mexico from the Nevada and Arizona
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:00AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 04:36PM
County commissioners push back on El Paso Electric connection for Project Jupiter Albuquerque Journal
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:03AM
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) -- For the first time, ABC-7 got a behind-the-scenes look at Project Jupiter, the massive data center under construction in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. ABC-7 evening anchor Mauricio Casillas toured the site with photojournalist Jesus Rodriguez. The project, led by tech giant Oracle, is expected
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:36AM
Boarding a bus for the short ride to the largely closed-off construction site just north of the U.S.-Mexico border near Santa Teresa, I wasn’t sure what awaited us at the drop-off point. We passed a line of cars — construction workers headed home...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:30AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:37AM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Raton City Commissioners heard a presentation about putting the Sugarite Coal Camp on the National Register, heard from Sharon Young about the Raton Adventure Center and deliberated on a zoning change request at their regular Tuesday October 13 meeting held in City Hall. Colonel Gilbert…
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:42AM
MORIARTY, N.M. — Coming off a tough loss that halted an eight-game home winning streak, the Moriarty Pintos take to the road Friday night with significant Class 3A state playoff seeding on the line. Moriarty (5-2, 2-2 District 2-3A) travels to Lincoln County to face the Ruidoso Warriors (2-5, 2-2)
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 02:49AM
Police: Stolen gun used in attempted murder
By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff A 28-year-old Deming man faces a first-degree charge of attempted murder after police say he admitted shooting an...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 12:00AM
County adds energy-saving solar projects By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff Luna County Commissioners celebrated a partnership with Schneider Electri...
Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 12:00AM
Albuquerque – On Monday, October 12, Dominique Harris, 35, was arrested after fleeing from police throughout Southeast Albuquerque at high speeds, running a stop sign and attempting to evade officers by switching seats with a passenger, according to a police report. According to the criminal complaint, an officer from the
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:17PM
LAS CRUCES – A 9-year-old Las Cruces girl died early Tuesday morning after being struck by a BNSF train near the intersection of South Main
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:51PM
Trick-or-Treat on MainStreet. Photo Courtesy MainStreet Fall in Los Alamos is filled with fun! Los Alamos MainStreet & Creative District is welcoming the season with a vibrant slate of events celebrating local arts, culture, agricultural traditions, and festive family activities. Month of Arts & Humanities Los Alamos County Council proclaimed
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:10PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:12PM
Artesia boys soccer defeats Goddard at home on Tuesday night.
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:24PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:26PM
The next Teen Movie Night is set for Saturday, Oct. 17 and it will feature a scary new release – Other Mommy!
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:28PM
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mark William Myatt, age 63, who passed away October 3, 2026 after a long battle with Multiple Systems Atrophy-Parkinson’s. He passed peacefully at his home in Los Alamos, New Mexico, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:12PM
Albuquerque – Detectives with the Albuquerque Police Department’s Auto Theft Unit assisted the Denton Police Department by recovering a vehicle connected to an ongoing murder and missing person investigation in Texas during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. As part of a targeted anti-crime operation focused on hotels during the Balloon
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 09:24PM
Republican congressional candidate Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke used a televised debate Monday to repeatedly challenge incumbent Democrat U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury over New Mexico’s affordability crisis, poor educational outcomes, and what Okpareke portrayed as a gap between federal spending announcements and results families can actually see. The debate, hosted by KOAT
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 09:19PM
ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KVIA) -- An Otero County jury convicted a man of first-degree kidnapping and conspiracy to commit first-degree kidnapping, the Twelfth Judicial District Attorney’s Office said Tuesday. On June 10, 2023, Ernesto Robles, Vanessa Renteria, Samantha Martinez and Luis Balderas abducted a woman from her home in Alamogordo, the
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 09:41PM
Cosme Ripol, a state prosecutor with the 8th Judicial District Court working in Taos and Raton, appeared before the state Supreme Court in Santa Fe Tuesday (Oct. 13).
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 08:24PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 09:47PM
With cool down comes respiratory illness and animal behavior changes
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 08:54PM
Gila Regional Medical Center will soon begin preparing for installation of its new MRI scanner, Associate Administrator Matthew Stevens told the count...
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 07:00PM
[caption id="attachment_108977" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Photo Courtesy of Mitchell Clinton)A group of riders wear smiles as they climb through...
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 07:00PM
[caption id="attachment_108979" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)Amos Paul Kennedy Jr. prints a poster commemorating the...
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 07:00PM
BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com Above are number 4 and 5 of the Los Alamos Reporter’s series of Issue Snapshots for County Council candidates, a total of 20 in all. Watch for more snapshots daily as the general election approaches. Please note that not all candidates opted to complete the questionaire, which
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 07:45PM
Santa Fe, NM — Attorney General Raúl Torrez issued a formal legal opinion, requested by members of the New Mexico Legislature, concluding that the state’s “outfitter set-aside” violates the anti-donation clause of the New Mexico Constitution. In the 2022-23 season, more than 90 percent of set-aside elk licenses went to
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 06:02PM
Representatives for Project Jupiter presented updates to Doña Ana County Commissioners regarding a $13 billion economic impact, a $1 million flood recovery fund, and a proposed energy agreement with El Paso Electric. The post Doña Ana Commissioners call Project Jupiter representatives disrespectful at meeting appeared first on KVIA .
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 06:07PM
Trish Harrison, left, of Bayfield, and Tami Joslin of Durango finish hole 18 Tuesday at Hillcrest Golf Club in Durango. They played nearly the entire round under rainy skies. The pink flags are in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month....
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 05:17PM
Jim Allen Salyers October 13, 2026 — Sixth Judicial District Attorney Norman R. Wheeler announces the arrest of Jim Allen Salyers (37) of Deming, New Mexico for Possession of Child Pornography. On October 8, 2026, Investigators of the 6th Judicial District Attorney's Office with the assistance of the Deming Police
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 05:26PM
'Breaking Bad' community, fans react to RJ Mitte’s death Albuquerque Journal
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 04:27PM
By Kevin Hendricks Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas is seeking a second term representing District 5, which covers much of east central Albuquerque, including Uptown and Four Hills, and all […]
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 04:05PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 04:30PM
UPDATE (5:55 p.m.): ABC-7 reached out to the New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department to ask about today's incident; they sent the following written statement: "CYFD extends our deepest condolences to the child’s family in the aftermath of this tragedy. CYFD is working closely with the family to provide
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 04:05PM
Local News: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
The Department of Homeland Security has waived certain New Mexico water laws for border-wall construction projects in southern New Mexico, […]
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 04:28PM
By Kevin Hendricks Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas is seeking a second term representing District 5, which covers much of east central Albuquerque, including Uptown and Four Hills, and all of the East Mountains. He faces Republican Thomas Riley on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Olivas, a Democrat, defeated radio station owner
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 04:05PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Albuquerque – The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office remains committed to pursuing justice, and starting October 13, 2026, three new jury trials will be taking place in Bernalillo County. Jose Rutilo Munoz Munoz Case Number: D-202-CR-2023-02881 Jose Rutilo Munoz Munoz is scheduled for jury trial on October 13 and 14,
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:41PM
A hiker crosses a bridge over the Pecos River, downstream from its source in the Sangre de Christo Mountains in northern New Mexico. It’s an early May afternoon, and Charlie Barrett has parked his pickup in a pullout along a county road a few hundred feet from the Black River
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:55PM
Marker challenges Lujan for Senate seat
Editor’s note: Democratic incumbent Ben Ray Lujan is running for re-election to the U.S. Senate against Larry Marker. The News asked both candidates the same questions via email. Their answers were not edited. Q: Rural and eastern New Mexicans often feel overshadowed by Albuquerque and Las Cruces. How would you
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:16PM
When my late uncle Jack Williamson wrote his autobiography, he called it, "Wonder's Child." If he was Wonder's Child, that would make me Wonder's Great-Niece, and there is no better time for claiming that title than during the annual migration of those fluttering orange and black miracles: monarch butterflies. If
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:06PM
Ohio resident suddenly became unresponsive, officials say
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:57PM
Nonprofit will serve Dolores, San Juan, Montezuma, Archuleta and La Plata County students
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:51PM
Smiley Building owner is suing over ballot language compliance
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:19PM
by Jesse Jones, The Paper. — With Bernalillo County averaging six opioid-related deaths a week in 2025, commissioners will consider declaring a state of emergency over the fentanyl crisis Wednesday. […]
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 02:23PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Republican gubernatorial nominee Gregg Hull says he would sign legislation limiting the duration of New Mexico governors’ emergency orders and requiring legislative oversight for extensions. The proposal follows pandemic-era restrictions and prior efforts by former Rep. Greg Nibert to impose 30- or 90-day limits. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s administration opposes
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 02:14PM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico hunters who keep striking out in the big game draw just got some fresh ammunition. Attorney General Raúl Torrez says the state law reserving 10% of draw licenses for hunters who hire outfitters violates the New Mexico Constitution. Torrez concluded in a formal opinion dated
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 02:21PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
by Jesse Jones, The Paper. — With Bernalillo County averaging six opioid-related deaths a week in 2025, commissioners will consider declaring a state of emergency over the fentanyl crisis Wednesday. They’ll also consider tax breaks for housing developments that would add hundreds of apartments in Albuquerque and discuss plans to
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 02:23PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Hermosa Elementary’s 30th annual Spirit Run is nearing its $40,000 fundraising goal, with nearly $32,000 collected by Oct. 16. Principal Kaci Whitmire has promised to dress as a princess and kiss a frog if students reach the target. Proceeds support school supplies, shirts, incentives, holiday activities, transportation and student rewards,
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:00PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:18AM
Jail Log 10/13/2026
The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between Oct. 6 and Oct. 12, 2026: Andrew Romero, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Joanie Etherton-Espinoza, APO Arrest Order. Brianna Romero, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP. Maria Ortiz, Bench Warrant FTA/FTP,
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:57PM
CCC plans to renovate Gentry Building
Clovis Community College will use a $3 million federal grant to help renovate the Gentry Building, according to college President Jonathan Fuentes. Fuentes detailed specifics of the grant at the Oct. 7 regular meeting of the college board. The board is also planning a special virtual or online only meeting
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:00PM
PORTALES - New firefighters will make almost 19% more than their predecessors, thanks to the Portales Fire Department's updated strategic staffing plan. It includes raising starting pay for firefighters from $14.29 to $17 an hour. The Portales City Council unanimously approved the plan during its Oct. 6 regular meeting. "It's
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:03PM
TUCUMCARI – Mesalands Community College sophomore Trace Fulwiler captured the bareback bronc riding title for a second straight year during the college's annual Grand Canyon Region rodeo on Oct. 10. Fulwiler, from Washington state, won the Oct. 9 program of the two-day rodeo, and his score of a 71 also
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:07PM
Efficient Buffs cruise past Warriors
MELROSE – Melrose was nothing if not efficient on Friday night. Senior Brayden Eldridge returned the opening kickoff 80 yards for a touchdown, and the Buffaloes scored on all eight possessions after that – needing just 23 plays to do so – en route to a 58-8 drubbing of Gateway
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:10PM
Clovis, ENMU suffer crushing defeats
LAS CRUCES — The Clovis Wildcats football team was able to avoid the New Mexico mercy rule. That was one of few highlights for Clovis, which fell to No. 4 ranked Las Cruces, 49-0, in a 6A District 2 game on Thursday night. Clovis, like Las Cruces, came into the
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:15PM
Retirement? Why, yes, highly recommended
As I sat there on the porch of the lodge in the cool autumn air, I decided this must be what retirement feels like. They held a retirement party for me way back in early 2004. It was a nice party and more folks than I dreamed came by to
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:16PM
On the shelves - Oct. 14
The books listed below are now available for checkout at the Clovis-Carver Public Library. The library is open to the public, but patrons can still visit the online catalog at cloviscarverpl.booksys.net/opac/ccpl or call 575-769-7840 to request a specific item for curbside pickup. “John of John” by Douglas Stuart. Out of
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:19PM
By Patrick Lohmann, Source New Mexico — U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) made his second New Mexico visit Monday evening in support of Republican Greg Cunningham, where he led a fundraiser in Las Cruces in the final stretch of the closely watched 2nd Congressional District race. Johnson last visited
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:11PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:30PM
ESTANCIA, N.M. — Coming off an emphatic statement victory over rival Legacy Academy, the Estancia Bears return home Friday night with a clear mission: maintain focus, handle business against Cobre High School, and solidify their postseason trajectory. The Bears (7-1, 2-0 District 3-2A) firmly took the wheel of the league
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 12:47PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Bernalillo County election workers kept a dead woman’s ballot from counting in 2024. Now her husband faces a federal charge for allegedly trying to cast […]
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:40AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 02:10PM
Locals earn Golden Chile awards
A Clovis preschool, five eastern New Mexico school districts and four producers have been named 2026 Golden Chile Award winners. Clovis, Elida, Floyd, Melrose and Portales school districts were selected for buying and serving locally grown food, providing tasting opportunities, supporting student-led gardens, and educating students about the importance of
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:00AM
Pages past, Oct. 14: Mini Mall to open in Clovis
On this date … 1930: P-F Grocery in Portales sold one-pound glasses of peanut butter for 25 cents. A 5-pound can of peanut butter was 89 cents. Mother's China Oats cost 33 cents and 4 pounds of raisins were 32 cents. 1936: The Federal Communications Commission denied Lawrence Martin a
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:01AM
Quay OKs construction manager for hospital
TUCUMCARI -- The Quay County Commission during its Oct. 12 meeting approved a construction management contract of almost $661,000 with Weil Construction Management of Albuquerque for the Dr. Daniel C. Trigg Memorial Hospital project. Company CEO Chris Weil submitted a revised contract after withdrawing a previous proposal of nearly $710,000
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:10AM
Tucumcari selects new city manager
TUCUMCARI – The City Commission on Oct. 9 offered the city manager position to Jonathan A. Kirksey of the Dallas suburb of Lancaster, Texas, which he accepted. The commission will convene a special meeting on Friday to decide on Kirksey’s proposed two-year contract that would pay him $95,000 annually. He
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:11AM
TUCUMCARI – The fire chief, interim police chief, district attorney and others voiced opposition to privatizing the city's ambulance service during an Oct. 6 town hall at the Odeon Theatre. Mayor Marcy Willis called for the town hall in early September after the City Commission voiced willingness to talk to
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:14AM
Opinion: New ethics laws needed to restore trust in government
A 2025 poll by Research & Polling, Inc. for the Albuquerque-based Garrity Group found that only 19% of New Mexico residents trust state government officials, a record low and down from 31% just five years earlier. The good news is that there are commonsense ethics reforms that can help restore
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:30AM
Opinion: Feel free to assume your liberty
Assume liberty. Most people have been trained to automatically ask what government allows; what the rules say. They assume they don’t have liberty; otherwise they wouldn’t wait to see what someone says they are allowed to do. They assume someone else owns them and controls their choices. This isn’t healthy
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:32AM
Opinion: East is east, and west is west
Egyptian diplomat Tahseen Bashir was both a confidant and spokesman for Egyptian presidents, including Gamal Nasser and Anwar Sadat. Bashir was appointed Egypt’s ambassador to the Arab League, and later he served as ambassador to Canada. Bashir is widely credited with expressing the somewhat jaundiced opinion that, “Egypt is the
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:33AM
Letter to the editor - Oct. 14
Green chile will always be part of New Mexico My New Mexico story stretches through Moriarty, Santa Fe, Vaughn, Encino, and Tapia, and today, I call Portales home. No matter which part of the state I have found myself connected to, one thing has remained constant: green chile is never
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:34AM
Meetings calendar - Oct. 14
Today *Clovis Community College Board of Trustees special meeting – 8 a.m., virtual format. Information: http://www.clovis.edu/about/administration.aspx or 575-769-4003 *Eastern Plains Council of Governments – 10 a.m., EPCOG office, 418 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-762-7714 *Friends of Clovis-Carver Public Library meeting – 11:30 a.m., Ingram Room, Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:58AM
Changes OK'd for Tucumcari street projects
TUCUMCARI – The City Commission during its Oct. 8 meeting approved two change orders for downtown street projects. The first change was to replace 21 meter cans on Main Street as part of a Tucumcari MainStreet project. The cans had been overlooked by Stantec, the engineer. The additional cost is
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:59AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Bernalillo County election workers kept a dead woman’s ballot from counting in 2024. Now her husband faces a federal charge for allegedly trying to cast it. A federal grand jury indicted a 62-year-old Tijeras man on one count of fraudulent voting, the U.S. Attorney’s Office
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 11:40AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 02:10PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — When raw sewage backed into kitchen sinks and bathtubs at the Mont44 apartment complex, residents organized a tenant union. Landing on Albuquerque’s landlord list […]
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:32AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
An Española man will be held without bail pending trial after he allegedly crashed head-on into a tribal police officer’s cruiser in the Ohkay Casino parking lot. The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office announced the judge’s decision to have Jose Eufemio Martinez Jr., 53, held without bail pending trial following
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 11:42AM
GRADY – The Bronchos, ranked No. 1 in New Mexico six-man football by MaxPreps.com, looked as good as advertised during a 63-8 throttling of No. 3-ranked and defending state champion Logan in a key District 1 matchup on Oct. 9. The game ended late in the third quarter by the
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:00AM
PORTALES - When the Portales Rams football team needed a spark, junior Joseph Keita got the team going. Keita returned a punt 60 yards for a touchdown and it fired up the Rams like a bottle rocket. "That's all we needed because after that we didn't look back," Portales coach
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:01AM
TUCUMCARI – After being closed for much of the year, the Art City sculpture park and campground north of the city recently reopened with new owners. The husband-and-wife team of Dennis Rendon and Mandi Newton, formerly of Leadville, Colo., closed on their purchase of the 40-acre property at 10134 Highway
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:47AM
PORTALES – Eastern New Mexico University's volleyball team last won three matches in a row in September 2024. After beating New Mexico Highlands and Sul Ross State earlier in the week, the Greyhounds were geared for it in Saturday's Lone Star Conference tilt against rival Western New Mexico. But they'll
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:50AM
Clovis junior Roselia Morales finished in second place and led the Ladycats to a second place finish at the Coach Mo & Marquise Weast Twilight Event on Oct. 9. Morales finished with a time of 18 minutes, 16 seconds and runner-up to Hobbs’ Emme Simon who finished in 18:04. Clovis
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:53AM
MELROSE - It didn't take long for the Melrose Lady Buffaloes volleyball team to take control against visiting Santa Rosa. The Lady Buffaloes built big leads early in all three sets and cruised to a straight set victory on Oct. 6. Braylan Morgan had a match high 13 kills with
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:56AM
MAGDALENA – Grady’s volleyball team was in control most of the way, and the Lady Bronchos claimed a 25-13, 25-18, 25-21 non-district triumph at Alamo Navajo on Saturday. Sophomore Olivia Romero combined 11 digs and five aces to help lift Grady (8-6) to victory over the Lady Cougars (7-8). Freshman
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:57AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — When raw sewage backed into kitchen sinks and bathtubs at the Mont44 apartment complex, residents organized a tenant union. Landing on Albuquerque’s landlord list in June brought no immediate relief. Maintenance crews only returned after a September city inspection of more than 60 units,
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:32AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Anyone running a license plate reader camera on Sandoval County roads or property without a permit could face criminal charges under an ordinance county commissioners vote on Wednesday night. The ordinance bans automated license plate readers, or ALPRs, on county rights-of-way and county-owned property unless
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:06AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
A 9-year-old Las Cruces girl died early Tuesday morning after being struck by a BNSF train near the intersecti...
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 10:01AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For people who have gone through recovery, that experience can become more than a part of their past. It can shape their future and […]
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 09:52AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For people who have gone through recovery, that experience can become more than a part of their past. It can shape their future and become a career helping others navigate mental health and substance-use challenges. Bernalillo County, in coordination with the Albuquerque Center for
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 09:52AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Urban Renewal Authority is studying a potential redevelopment
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 08:45AM
Vasquez & CunninghamA look through the sole ABQ Journal poll of New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District paints a grim picture for Republican challenger Greg Cunningham, virtually shutting down his pathways to victory.To stay competitive, the retired APD detective needed to hold off Democratic incumbent Rep. Gabe Vasquez in the populous
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 06:10AM
An opinion essay argues that prominent American critics of Israel, including Hasan Piker, Ilhan Omar, and Zohran Mamdani, apply charges of genocide, apartheid, colonialism, and war crimes selectively. It contrasts their rhetoric with the histories of Turkey, Somalia, and Uganda, urging them to acknowledge abuses associated with their homelands before
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 06:00AM
City staff members present two price estimates
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 05:00AM
The Lobos are island-bound. Everything you need to know about New Mexico's game at Hawaii Albuquerque Journal
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:16AM
More reaction to the UNM Lobos beating Oklahoma State on Sunday Albuquerque Journal
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:01AM
Media Release, Office of Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) Santa Fe, NM – The New...
Published: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 03:20AM
'It's about all of us': Former Dallas Cowboy appears at ABQ Indigenous Peoples Day celebration Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 11:00PM
Expansion planned for New Mexico Innovation Hub’s Santa Fe campus Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 10:30PM
One of the original sponsors of New Mexico’s proposed constitutional amendment to begin paying state lawmakers is facing fresh scrutiny over her own attendance record, as an opposition group argues voters should demand stronger accountability before approving annual legislative salaries. Our Values PAC released an analysis Sunday examining Democrat state
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 10:32PM
UPDATE (Oct. 13, 2026): Landy Victoria Carrejo, who's accused of trafficking children over several years in exchange for $400-500, is currently in ICE custody, detention records show. ICE detention records said Carrejo is being held at the El Paso Processing Center on Montana Avenue. CHAPARRAL, N.M. (KVIA) -- A Chaparral
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 10:19PM
Doctors and public health experts say now is the time to get vaccinated
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 08:21PM
New Mexico Chamber of Commerce CEO to step down Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 07:29PM
Ballot measure aims to prohibit approval of off-cycle maps drawn to favor one political party
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 06:18PM
Fatal train-vehicle crash closes highway in Valencia County Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 05:52PM
By Frost McGahey, Investigative Journalist From Haaland campaign website Back on July 30, 2026 the NM Senate Republican Caucus called on the NM Epstein Survivors' Truth Commission to issue subpoenas to gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland and Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury. The Republicans wanted them to testify, under oath, about their knowledge
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 05:48PM
Albuquerque – On October 10, 2026 around 1:35a.m., officers were dispatched to the area of northbound Unser Blvd NW and Ladera Dr NW in reference single vehicle fatal crash. APD’s Fatal Crash Unit responded to the scene to investigate. Through the investigation, it was discovered that a purple 2013 Infiniti
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 04:49PM
On July 16, 1945, people up early in Las Cruces witnessed a world-shattering event. At 5:29 a.m., they saw a bright flash in the northwest over the San Antonio Mountains. Those in the Tularosa Basin at the same time saw a bright cloud rise like...
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 04:47PM
Local News: Monday, October 12, 2026
The Village of Santa Clara may soon help provide temporary police coverage for the Town of Hurley as the community […]
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 04:22PM
By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – Paul Ingles has spent more than 50 years behind a microphone, but for the past two decades, much of his work has centered on […]
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — For most government workers and union members, Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day is the Monday cap to a three-day weekend. But […]
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 12:42PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — For most government workers and union members, Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples’ Day is the Monday cap to a three-day weekend. But that is not true for the U.S. Senate staff and local building trades members working to keep up with Sen.
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 12:42PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
A levee breach close to the outlet of the Rio Grande near Hatch caused catastrophic flooding that also devastated pecan orchards.
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 12:36PM
Journal Poll: Vasquez leads in tight New Mexico House race Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 11:00AM
Prosecutors are asking a judge to hold an Española man without bail after he allegedly attacked his girlfriend while he was on pre-trial release in another case, in which he is accused of breaking and entering. Officers arrested Charles Trujillo, 36, on charges of attempted aggravated battery by strangulation, false
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 11:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 11:44AM
Alex Carrillo entered his eternal home into the arms of his savior, Jesus Christ, on September 24, 2026, and to celebrate his son’s birthday. Born in Carrizo Springs, Texas, on February 17, 1954, to Uvaldo and Tiodora Carrillo, Alex grew up in Hobbs, New Mexico. Alex loved his family, football,
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 10:51AM
Lorence Martinez, age 92, of Petaca, NM, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026. She was born on May 17, 1934, to Eugenio and Fedelina Martinez. She lived and spent most of her life in Petaca, NM, where she built a beautiful life and home. She was preceded in death
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 10:49AM
George Fischer Morse July 30, 1947 – September 19, 2026 A very unique person was the first-born son of William Morse and Thedora Doris Pulone. They named him George Fischer, a name chosen from the paternal side of the family. He learned to love fishing and all sports from his
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 10:48AM
Dylan Ethan Romero 10 Year Anniversary Remembering you is easy We do it every day, but there’s an ache within our hearts that will never go away. We love you and miss you forver. Mom, Andy Donna Lee & Kathy Grandma & Grandpa Tia Amanda
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 10:46AM
The Albuquerque Journal Events - Halloween Pumpkins: Exploring Soft Pastels, Color, Light, and Composition Albuquerque Journal
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 07:00AM
More voters in the populous ABQ metro are withholding judgment on the gubernatorial race than most other regions, appearing to prevent Democrat Deb Haaland from reaching the key 50 percent mark in her race against Republican Gregg Hull.The second and final poll on the contest from the ABQ Journal—taken October
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 06:10AM
Yarn United brings Artesia-area crafters of all skill levels together at the Artesia Public Library on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. Members crochet afghans, blankets and worry worms, share skills and materials, and welcome knitters. The group fosters creativity, friendship and stress relief, while many participants donate
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 09:23AM
Check out the Artesia Daily Press’ best photos from the Bulldogs’ win over Goddard at Cielo Grande Sports Complex on Saturday night.
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 05:00AM
Updated: Sunday, October 11, 2026 03:50PM
Concept comes to life after many years of faculty and student work
Published: Monday, October 12, 2026 05:00AM
MVHAL held its annual Harvest Festival on Oct. 3, 2026 at the San Lorenzo Elementary School
Photos by Mary Alice Murphy Mimbres Valley Health Action League (MVHAL) held its annual Harvest Festival on Oct. 3, 2026 at the San Lorenzo Elementary School. Lots of booths offered information, wares to sell, and food to eat. Inside the gym of the school, enchiladas were for sale, and several
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 09:49PM
CHAPARRAL, N.M. (KVIA) -- In a post on Chaparral High School's social media Saturday, the Gadsden Independent School District (GISD) said a district employee was placed on administrative leave following allegations involving the employee and students. The statement below was posted regarding the status of the employee being placed on
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 08:58PM
Young athletes took center stage on the second day of XTERRA World Championship racing in Ruidoso.
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 06:32PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 01:30PM
How Cloudcroft's schools are writing — and testing — the rules for a technology Superintendent Jocelyne Gillespie says is moving "almost like a speeding bullet"
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 03:16PM
Santa Clara proclaims October clean up month
By Lynn Janes (Writers note: this article was written using the minutes provided by the Village of Santa Clara) The Village of Santa Clara held a regular meeting September 9, 2026. Mayor Arnold Lopez called the meeting to order Mayor Pro Tem Albert Esparza, trustees, Peter Erickson, Olga Amador and
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 03:47PM
Photo and article by Lynn Janes Public input questions for everyone to put their ideas on each poster. On October 7, 2026, the town of Silver City held a townhall at the City Hall Annex. They will hold another one on October 14, 2026, from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 03:34PM
ESTANCIA, N.M. — High-powered air cannons, medieval-style catapults, and airborne squash are set to take center stage in the Estancia Valley as the town marks a major milestone for one of New Mexico’s quirkiest autumn traditions. The 30th annual Estancia Punkin Chunkin festival is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 17, bringing
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 03:34PM
The release on bail of five terrorism suspects arrested near a British air base draws sharp criticism, amid concerns about security lapses, inadequate investigations and Britain’s handling of terror-linked individuals. The column cites past attacks in London and Manchester, questions whether authorities are taking threats seriously, and warns that releasing
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 12:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 03:57PM
Journal Poll: Haaland maintains lead over Hull as New Mexico's race for governor nears homestretch Albuquerque Journal
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 11:00AM
Poll shows Haaland ahead as Hull strategy faces scrutiny Albuquerque Journal
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 11:15AM
With the calendar flipping to October, playoffs are lurking on the horizon less than a month away for fall sports as teams sharpen their play in readiness. Volleyball Sept. 28 Dulce 3, Peñasco 0 Although the Lady Panthers had 24 kills, including seven from Emilia Trujillo, the visiting Lady Hawks
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 11:30AM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:07PM
City of Durango Monday, Oct. 12 Durango Renewal Partnership, 2 p.m., virtual meeting on Microsoft Teams. Buckley Park Master Plan Update, 4 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Tuesday, Oct. 13 Business Improvement District, 8:30 a.m., BID office,...
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 11:00AM
Mamba is a 72 lb. land manatee. She is 7 years old, built like a very large loaf and operates at precisely one-quarter speed. She doesn’t rush. She doesn’t fuss. She simply glides and floats through life with the slow, sweet, gentle determination of a manatee who has absolutely nowhere
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 09:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 11:45AM
Construction process could begin as early as mid-October
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 08:00AM
Bulldogs cross country teams do well in the Marquise Weast & Coach Mo Twilight Run.
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 05:00AM
Updated: Saturday, October 10, 2026 11:07PM
130 vendors lined Main Avenue on Saturday
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 05:00AM
BERNALILLO, N.M. — The Estancia Bears seized full control of the District 3-2A title race Saturday night, dominating the line of scrimmage in a physical 41-8 victory over the Legacy Academy Silverbacks at Bernalillo High School. With the win, Estancia improved to 7-1 overall and 2-0 in district play, putting
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 05:27AM
Lobos test themselves against Oklahoma State Albuquerque Journal
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 03:17AM
Albuquerque – Deputies from the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office are currently on scene of a fatal motor vehicle crash involving a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck on Interstate 40 near Route 66 Casino, at approximately mile marker 137. All six lanes of I-40, including both eastbound and westbound traffic, are
Published: Sunday, October 11, 2026 12:59AM
UNM abandons plan to acquire Las Vegas hospital Albuquerque Journal
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 09:26PM
Albuquerque – At approximately 1:00 PM, an explosion was reported at an apartment complex at 12899 Central Ave NE. The situation remains active and continues to develop as police evacuate residents from the complex. Preliminary reports suggest that a potentially armed individual was present at the complex following the explosion.
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 08:36PM
[caption id="attachment_108937" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Photo Courtesy of William Hawkins, Silver Consolidated Schools)Dean Thompson, managing...
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 07:00PM
Three dead in fiery West Side crash, police say Albuquerque Journal
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 06:42PM
Applications opened Oct. 1 for the LANL Foundation’s Four-Year Undergraduate Scholarship Program, offering high school seniors and current undergraduate students in Northern New Mexico the opportunity to receive up to $20,000 in scholarship support. Since 1998, the LANL Scholars Program has awarded $15 million in scholarships to nearly 3,000 students,
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 03:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:02PM
A warm spring ‘tricked’ fruit trees into blossoming early, The Good Food Collective director says
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 03:02PM
Low income Española water customers can save nearly $25 on their monthly bill by applying to have the service fees waived, but they only have three weeks to do so. Española residents have until Oct. 30 to submit a low-income application to waive monthly service fees on their water bill.
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 02:30PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:09PM
MORIARTY, N.M. — Costly self-inflicted mistakes, missed red-zone opportunities, and a night of contentious officiating derailed the Moriarty Pintos in a 26-7 loss to Hope Christian on Friday night. Despite forcing three turnovers, the Pintos (7-2) struggled to find an offensive rhythm and surrendered 19 unanswered second-half points to the
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 01:31PM
The football teams for the local big schools are battling for playoff positions as both face beatable opponents this week. Española Valley vs. Rio Grande 7 p.m. Friday Coming off a solid performance, the Sundevils (4-1, 3-1 in District 1-4A) get a break in facing the Ravens (0-7, 0-5). Rio
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 11:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:06PM
Items for Northern Briefs may be submitted by sending them to jgarcia@riograndesun.com Submissions must be received no later than noon Monday for publication that week. Library Events The Española Public Library will offer a Halloween-themed acrylic painting class at 4 p.m. Friday (10/9). Seating is limited, so sign up in
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 10:30AM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 11:46AM
At least two football players were rushed to the hospital by ambulance for treatment Sept. 25 following prolonged exposure to propane gas leaking from tanks at the Escalante High School football field during the Lobos home game against Menaul. Details remain unclear as Chama Valley Independent School District officials declined
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 09:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:03PM
Some New Mexican immigrants are losing jobs and protection from deportation, which advocates say appears to be the goal.
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 07:45AM
Updated: Monday, October 12, 2026 07:53AM
The agency apologized for the error on Friday, and said a printer malfunction was to blame for the mistake.
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 07:43AM
Updated: Monday, October 12, 2026 07:45AM
In an interview with Searchlight New Mexico, Republican Ramona Goolsby talks about her concerns about the state’s election system and her vision for change.
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 07:40AM
Updated: Monday, October 12, 2026 07:42AM
Lawsuit targets Albuquerque firm over Salvadoran flights Albuquerque Journal
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 03:34AM
ESPN College GameDay could come to Albuquerque for UNM Lobos game Albuquerque Journal
Published: Saturday, October 10, 2026 01:29AM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Raton hosted Congress Woman Theresa Ledger-Fernandez as she brought good new to Raton in the form of a $1 million check to begin the I-27 alignment study which is the first step in the design and preparations for the construction project that will require several…
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 08:02PM
The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley. Española Police officers, Ohkay Owingeh Tribal Police, Rio Arriba County
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 06:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:05PM
Republican gubernatorial nominee Gregg Hull walked onto a KOB 4 debate stage Thursday night, prepared for a face-to-face showdown with Democrat Deb Haaland. Instead, he found an empty podium. Haaland did not appear, citing a previously scheduled commitment with farmers, ranchers, and agricultural interests in southern New Mexico. That left
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 06:05PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Nathan Rivas, the last of the four Young Park shooters found guilty, received his sentencing Friday. Third Judicial District Attorney Fernando Macias announced Friday that Nathan Rivas was sentenced to 90 years in prison. A jury convicted him on three counts of first-degree murder in
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 06:41PM
New Mexico State Police officers arrested a Tres Piedras man for allegedly approaching a woman and demanding that she get in his car, while telling her he was a police officer and showing her a badge. Officers arrested Johnathon Mullally, 36, on charges aggravated drunk driving, impersonating an officer and
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 01:30PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 11:48AM
Tristen Viarreal and Briana Lujan, both of Española, were named to the summer 2026 president’s list at Southern New Hampshire University. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the president’s list.
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:00PM
Front page of the Oct. 7, 1959 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Regular Correspondence of the Optic Fort Union, Oct. 8 – Wednesday evening, October 17th the Fort Union comedy company are to give a show in this post. They have been very active in their preparations for it
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:00PM
Santa Clara’s newest park feature wasted little time drawing a crowd as children were trying to ride the new pump track before its grand opening had even begun. The Village officially opened the bike park June 26 after years of planning,...
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:39PM
Updated: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:42PM
The floodwaters have largely receded across Doña Ana County, but the cost of what they left behind is only beginning to come into focus. County officials put the preliminary damage estimate at about $17 million Tuesday as the Doña Ana County...
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:32PM
Updated: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:34PM
A choir begins with a single voice. One person breathes, opens a mouth and makes a sound. It’s an unusually vulnerable act, Diane Schutz believes, because singers have nowhere to hide. There is no clarinet or flute between them and the...
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:32PM
Updated: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:34PM
Across southern New Mexico, pieces of pottery or chipped stone scattered across the desert can hint at something much larger hidden beneath the surface. “Buried there, there may be an adobe pueblo,” said William Walker, a professor of...
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:32PM
Updated: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:37PM
New Mexico’s desert may look unforgiving, but for bees, it holds a remarkable amount of life. Across the state, particularly in the Chihuahuan Desert, native bees occupy ecological niches, and researchers are still working to understand....
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:30PM
Updated: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:31PM
Surviving children travel to Las Vegas to attend the funeral of their estranged father, a little-known author. Arriving there, they discover that their old man’s posthumously published book has become an international best-seller. Soon they are embroiled in the legends and lore of the enchanted town. Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 08:00AM
The agency attributed the rate increases to a higher than expected “claims experience” in 2025.
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 07:44AM
A coalition of Hispanic and health organizations is urging New Mexico to expand Medicaid coverage for weight loss drugs, citing potential to reduce obesity-related health disparities.
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 07:38AM
Oracle is exploring truck delivery of natural gas to fuel Project Jupiter’s data center in Santa Teresa due to pipeline delays, a strategy already used at their Salt Lake City site.
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 07:36AM
Updated: Friday, October 09, 2026 01:43PM
The district will audit the system across 34 properties after an investigation found it recorded staff audio without notice.
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 07:31AM
Drivers unexpectedly had to go water fording across the 7 Brew Drive-Thru Coffee parking lot in September just to get a drink. Heavy rain caused the parking lot to flood and a representative from the City of Española said it is the company’s responsibility to fix the drainage issues that
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 06:00AM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 11:28AM
Small audience hears candidates pitch platforms By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff All of the candidates attending Tuesday’s forum agreed that water ...
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:00AM
Power moves
County to consider wireless ordinance, energy projects, infrastructure funding By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Luna County Commissioners will con...
Published: Friday, October 09, 2026 12:00AM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Some Doña Ana Community College campuses will serve as polling places for early voting in the midterm election. From Oct. 17-31, early voting will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., except for Sunday and Monday. East Mesa campus, 2800 Sonoma Ranch Blvd. Sunland
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 11:06PM
DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) -- The Dona Ana County Sheriff's Office (DASO) is responding to a "threat" at a Las Cruces home, according to the county's public safety communications specialist. The sheriff's office reported that the "threat is confined to the residence." DASO went to a neighborhood on Dalrymple
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:29PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A 40-year-old woman was sentenced to nine years in prison for burglaries as part of a global plea, the Third Judicial District Attorney’s Office said. She pleaded guilty to stealing from several storage units. Victoria Cabrales pleaded guilty to two counts of burglary, two counts
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 05:44PM
A bipartisan permitting reform bill co-led by U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., is drawing broad support from labor unions, energy producers, environmental and policy nonprofits, business organizations, and state and […]
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 04:58PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 05:01PM
A bipartisan permitting reform bill co-led by U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., is drawing broad support from labor unions, energy producers, environmental and policy nonprofits, business organizations, and state and local government groups as it seeks to speed federal approval of energy and infrastructure projects while maintaining environmental safeguards. This
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 04:58PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 05:01PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A fire damaged a home on Picacho Avenue Wednesday night, according to the Las Cruces Fire Department. Firefighters went to the intersection of Quesenberry Street and W. Picacho Avenue for a report of fire. It happened at a mobile home. Las Cruces firefighters extinguish a
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 04:41PM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico college students chasing quantum computing careers may soon find internships and research jobs closer to home. Tokyo-based Fujitsu, one of the world’s largest tech companies, […]
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 03:10PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 04:01PM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico college students chasing quantum computing careers may soon find internships and research jobs closer to home. Tokyo-based Fujitsu, one of the world’s largest tech companies, will set up a quantum computing research center in the state, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Thursday. The center will
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 03:10PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 04:01PM
LAS CRUCES – A fire damaged a single-wide mobile home on West Picacho Avenue late Wednesday night, October 7. According to the Las Cruces Fire
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 03:55PM
I have had the pleasure of knowing Gregg Hull since his early years as mayor of Rio Rancho. From the beginning, what stood out to me was his approach to public service and, particularly, his willingness to work with people who did not always agree with him. That matters in
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 11:39AM
When most Las Cruces locals hear the name Emma Christiano, they associate it with the five-foot-three powerhouse that plays guard for NMSU women’s basketball. However, when you ask the Boys & Girls Club of Las Cruces staff, they remember a...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:05PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 07:01PM
When Three Crosses Regional Hospital was being planned in Las Cruces, Denten Park wanted no part of it. More precisely, he didn’t want it built. Park was CEO of MountainView Regional Medical Center at the time, and he believed the city’s health...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:03PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:05PM
The Organ Mountain girls soccer team has spent much of this season scoring goals. Lots of them. There have been games with 18, 10, nine and seven. Through its first 14 matches, Organ Mountain had scored 86 times while allowing just two...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:03PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:14PM
Early voting starts Tuesday. Oct. 6, for the 2026 general election. New Mexico voters will choose a new governor and lieutenant governor this year, along with a new land commissioner. There are also races for other statewide offices as well as...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:03PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:06PM
Spaceport America may be best known for human spaceflight, but much of the work taking place at the southern New Mexico facility happens outside the public spotlight. Flight testing, rocket engine testing and other operations take place at...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:02PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:03PM
For Marietta Patricia Leis, color can hold an entire place. The deep blue of Crater Lake, the endless green of northern Thailand and the darkness of an Icelandic winter have followed the New Mexico artist into a body of work spanning...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:02PM
Updated: Thursday, October 08, 2026 02:03PM
The order’s main goal is to curb the state’s high rate of congenital syphilis, which is passed from mother to baby during pregnancy.
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 11:06AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque checked off some goals this year, while others are still a work in progress. The City Council reviewed Mayor Tim Keller’s fiscal year […]
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:59AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico voters heard a campaign pitch from a familiar voice Wednesday. Former President Barack Obama wants them to elect Democrat Deb Haaland as their next governor. […]
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:11AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For nine days each October, hot air balloons fill Albuquerque’s morning sky as visitors pack hotels, restaurants and businesses across the city. The Albuquerque […]
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The Taos County electorate made a strong showing on the first day of early voting Tuesday (Oct. 6) at the Taos County Courthouse, 105 Albright St. Anna Martinez, Taos County chief deputy clerk, said 376 voters cast ballots in the general election...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:01AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico voters heard a campaign pitch from a familiar voice Wednesday. Former President Barack Obama wants them to elect Democrat Deb Haaland as their next governor. The endorsement comes with early voting underway in the race to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. In a
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:11AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque checked off some goals this year, while others are still a work in progress. The City Council reviewed Mayor Tim Keller’s fiscal year 2026 objectives Monday, Oct. 5, looking at everything from thousands of visits at the Gateway sobering center to ongoing problems
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:59AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For nine days each October, hot air balloons fill Albuquerque’s morning sky as visitors pack hotels, restaurants and businesses across the city. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta brings hundreds of thousands of visitors, boosting the local economy. As the 2026 event continues, its full
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. The Balloon Fiesta enters its final stretch this weekend as Rio Rancho and Sandoval County serve up a proper fall weekend — pumpkins, stained glass, fire extinguisher demos, a live turkey and a comedian who played Sabrina’s aunt for nine seasons. Friday: The Fiesta continues
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:42AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico voters heard a campaign pitch from a familiar voice Wednesday. Former President Barack Obama wants them to elect Democrat Deb Haaland as their next governor. The endorsement comes with early voting underway in the race to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. In a
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:11AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico voters heard a campaign pitch from a familiar voice Wednesday. Former President Barack Obama wants them to elect Democrat Deb Haaland as their next governor. The endorsement comes with early voting underway in the race to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. In a
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 10:11AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
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Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 09:51AM
By Rodd Cayton Those interested in the straight dope about big happenings in the East Mountains might want to be in Sandia Park on Oct. 19. The East Mountains Protection Action Coalition (EMPAC) will host its second Community Gathering, with residents, community leaders and elected officials joining to discuss issues
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 09:57AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Sen. StewartMimi's mess is getting messier.It's revealed in newly released police video from the Santa Fe PD that at her 2024 auto accident, Senate President Pro Tem Mimi Stewart phoned the Governor's office and asked them to send the state police to the scene to handle the investigation. The request
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 06:10AM
Community 1st Bank Las Vegas has served generations of residents, local businesses and agricultural operations across northeastern New Mexico for more than 75 years. For more than 75 years, Community 1st Bank Las Vegas has served the individuals, families, businesses and agricultural operations of northeastern New Mexico. The institution’s history
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 06:52AM
Tenor André García-Nuthmann, music instructor at New Mexico Highlands University, is set to perform Canciones Españolas, an hour of Spanish-language art songs Thursday, Oct. 15, at 6 p.m. He will perform at the First Presbyterian Church, 1000 Douglas Ave., with pianist Marina Bengoa Roldán, who teaches music at Eastern New
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 06:00AM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Congress Woman Teresa Ledger Fernandez was in Raton Wednesday afternoon October 10-2026, to present the City of Raton with a check to help cover the cost of the I-27 alignment study which is a first step in the estimated $3 billion project. Lauren Garduño, CEO…
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 01:42AM
The state agency tasked with investigating police misconduct has a staffing vacancy rate of about 50 percent. Even so, top officials from the New Mexico Department of Public Safety have recently blocked new hires at the state Law Enforcement...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:47AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
Hannah Riseley-White, director of the New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission, told lawmakers last week that the state must prepare for “25 to 30 percent less water in our streams and recharging our aquifers by 2070.” “That is really...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:47AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
Initial recommendations by the task force studying New Mexico’s public records law include creating a public portal for traffic accident reports and charging out-of-state requesters for police body camera footage. Members of the Inspection of...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:47AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
The candidates vying to be New Mexico’s next state land commissioner face a historic period in the trajectory of the state’s 9 million acres of trust land. As interest continues to spike from both the federal government and private sector in...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:47AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
Spay Taos has received more than $17,000 in grants to expand its surgical capacity and continue providing free veterinary care to pets across Northern New Mexico, according to Spay Taos Press releases.. The nonprofit clinic received a $10,000...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:47AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
The Taos County Cultural Treasures Project celebrates this week with music, blessings and green chile stew at the restored county courthouse. But the people behind it told county commissioners Tuesday at their Oct. 6 regular meeting that it was...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:47AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
Moo-ve over, federal meat inspectors. There’s a new inspection protocol open to New Mexico meat producers and processors. The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the New Mexico Livestock Board after years of preparation have finalized a plan for a...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:47AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 09:38AM
More than one in four homes in Taos County currently sits empty, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest five-year estimate released this year. The first such study drawn entirely from 2020 onwards, it estimates that over half of those 5,701...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:47AM
Updated: Monday, October 12, 2026 12:02PM
The Taos News marked its 26th Tradiciones event Wednesday evening (Oct. 7), celebrating nine unsung heroes in the Taos County community and naming Sonya Struck citizen of the year.
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:42AM
Updated: Monday, October 12, 2026 02:23PM
Waiver raises questions over state authority, border construction By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff A new Trump administration determination allowi...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:00AM
County to celebrate completion of landmark solar project here
For the Headlight Luna County officials and Schneider Electric will celebrate the completion of a county-wide solar and energy efficiency project that...
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:00AM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Las Cruces' minimum and tipped wages will increase starting Jan. 1, 2027, the city announced Wednesday. According to the Las Cruces Municipal Code (LCMC), minimum wage will increase to $13.47 per hour and the tipped wage will increase to $5.39 per hour. For 2026, Las
Published: Thursday, October 08, 2026 12:01AM
The Village of Angel Fire is preparing to take over responsibility for Angel Fire Airport from Colfax County after the Federal Aviation Administration approved the transfer of airport sponsorship, according to an Oct. 5 village press release. The...
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 10:01PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
A visit to the dental hygienist should mean more than getting one’s teeth cleaned. That’s at least the approach that Kendra Romero, a registered dental hygienist who opened Pure Hygiene Dental Clinic in Taos on Friday (Sept. 25), takes. At her...
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 10:01PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
Three rifle volleys broke the quiet outside San Albino Church in Mesilla on Sept. 25 as members of the El Perro Diablo Honor Guard carried out a ritual they have performed hundreds of times. Weeks earlier, that precision earned the Las...
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 10:14PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 11:11PM
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) -- A trial date has been set for a former Dona Ana County magistrate judge and his wife accused of tampering with evidence in relation to the arrest of a suspected gang member. Former judge Joel Cano and his wife, Nancy, are accused of illegally
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 09:26PM
Newly released police body-camera footage is shedding new light on a 2024 Santa Fe crash involving one of New Mexico’s most powerful lawmakers — including the revelation that Senate President Pro Tempore Mimi Stewart called the Governor’s Office after striking a pedestrian and told responding officers that New Mexico State
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 08:56PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 08:57PM
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Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 08:07PM
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health has renewed a statewide public health order expanding syphilis testing as the state continues efforts to
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 06:31PM
LAS CRUCES – La Llorona Park and its trail remain closed as City of Las Cruces crews continue cleanup efforts following rising water levels along
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 05:21PM
Alta Vista Regional Hospital provides convenient access to women’s health services and preventive care resources to support patients in the local community. October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month offers a timely reminder for women to make preventive health care a priority, including staying up to date on screening mammograms. At Alta
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 02:48PM
The New Mexico Alliance for Life has accused the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center of making plans to purchase Alta Vista Regional Hospital in Las Vegas, N.M., to provide abortions and other reproductive healthcare services. But that’s not quite true. UNM Health Sciences Center spokesperson Chris Ramirez said
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 02:45PM
Malie Satete, 16, a junior softball player at West Las Vegas High School, poses for a photograph promoting her recent verbal agreement to play for the University of Mississippi. The photo was taken during her Sept. 24 and 25 campus visit in Oxford, Mississippi. After a campus visit, 16-year-old West
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 02:35PM
A man convicted of trafficking narcotics and attempting to bribe a jail guard to help bring drugs into the facility is headed to prison for ten and a half years after accepting plea agreements in two cases. Thirty-year-old Richard D. Conway this week pleaded guilty to three felony charges as
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 02:00PM
A federal appeals court has reversed convictions linked to the death of a child at a remote compound in Amalia County, where the Taos County Sheriff’s Office arrested a group accused of kidnapping children and training to carry out acts of...
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 12:45PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
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Nadia and James are caught in the midst of a strict anti-immigration America that has brought devastation upon their little family as they seek their way through the struggle. Will their love surpass the pain that’s ripping their family...
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 11:54AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 11:56AM
Attendees filled Main Street in downtown Las Cruces during National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026. The annual community-building event brought residents together with first responders and service organizations throughout downtown, with...
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 11:23AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 11:27AM
By Kevin Hendricks Alamogordo residents asked state regulators last week to test PNM’s meters. Now the regulators’ own staff wants to do exactly that. The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission’s […]
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 09:44AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks Alamogordo residents asked state regulators last week to test PNM’s meters. Now the regulators’ own staff wants to do exactly that. The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission’s Public Interest Advocacy Staff filed a petition Tuesday asking commissioners to authorize a formal investigation into PNM’s estimated and delayed
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 09:44AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The Office of the State Engineer intends to fight the federal government’s purported waiver of New Mexico water laws.
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 07:26AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 01:10PM
The Doña Ana County Commission unanimously voted to terminate County Manager Scott Andrews — who had signed nondisclosure agreements with developers behind the massive and controversial Project Jupiter data center — without cause July 21.
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 07:20AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 01:11PM
A pair of abortion-related half-truths tied to Northern New Mexico circulated on social media and in anti-abortion publications in recent weeks.
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 07:15AM
Gregg Hull (Journal)Republican gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull faced off with the cost-of-living crisis and scored, but to win the argument his messaging may need to be sharpened.While Santa Fe is tied in knots over what to do with billions of oil revenue flowing into state coffers—and as voters suffer exceptionally
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 06:10AM
San Miguel Catholic Church, San Miguel, New Mexico (Source: Google) SAN MIGUEL, N.M. — Candidates for Doña Ana County Commission District 1 will participate in a public forum from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 at San Miguel Parish Hall, 19217 South N.M. Hwy. 28. Southwest Organizing Project and
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 05:00AM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media A prank call that came into Raton Dispatch about 6:30 p.m. Tuesday evening October 6, 2026, sent Raton PD, Colfax County deputies and New Mexico State Police to an address on Oliver Avenue. A call came into dispatch from a male caller indicating that he…
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 02:19AM
LAS CRUCES – A teenager has been arrested on a first-degree murder charge following a vehicle-pedestrian crash that resulted in the death of another juvenile
Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 01:12AM
(Stock image) LAS CRUCES — Early voting starts Tuesday, Oct. 6 at a single site, the Doña Ana County Government Center, 845 N. Motel Blvd., Las Cruces. It runs weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. More early-voting locations open up starting Oct. 17 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 10:20PM
New Mexico behavioral health committee meets goal of approving all 13 regional health plans
The committee overseeing New Mexico’s efforts to rebuild behavioral health infrastructure across the state hit an important milestone Tuesday by approving the two outstanding regional plans in the state’s 13 behavioral health regions. Outgoing Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed Senate Bill 3, known as the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 09:04PM
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A teenager is accused of a hit-and-run that killed another teen, Doña Ana County said. Authorities arrested the suspect teen on a murder charge. The Doña Ana County Sheriff's Office is now investigating the teen's death. The hit-and-run happened Monday around 5:30 p.m. at the
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 06:45PM
DOÑA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) — After severe flooding, Doña Ana County leaders unanimously approved a local emergency disaster declaration Tuesday. The declaration aims to fast-track relief, unlock emergency funding and streamline the recovery process for residents. Preliminary damage estimates across the county and surrounding jurisdictions have already topped $17
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 06:00PM
By Joshua Bowling, Source New Mexico — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is pushing back against the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s review of a proposed gas pipeline intended […]
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 05:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Joshua Bowling, Source New Mexico — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is pushing back against the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s review of a proposed gas pipeline intended to power the Project Jupiter data center, calling it “inadequate.” Texas-based Energy Transfer early this year asked federal regulatory officials
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 05:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Joshua Bowling, Source New Mexico — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is pushing back against the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s review of a proposed gas pipeline intended to power the Project Jupiter data center, calling it “inadequate.” Texas-based Energy Transfer early this year asked federal regulatory officials
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 05:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Joshua Bowling, Source New Mexico — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez is pushing back against the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s review of a proposed gas pipeline intended to power the Project Jupiter data center, calling it “inadequate.” Texas-based Energy Transfer early this year asked federal regulatory officials
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 05:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The PaperPhotos by Roberto E. Rosales Fourth Street got a lift Monday night. Los Ranchos de Albuquerque lined the original Route 66 with glowing Globitos to toast […]
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 04:28PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Who decides what gets built on your street? When a new apartment complex, business or other development is proposed nearby, Burqueños often look to […]
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 04:19PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 09:10AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque families could soon see $5.2 million in opioid settlement money go toward addiction treatment, recovery housing and school prevention programs. But the City […]
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 04:17PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Who decides what gets built on your street? When a new apartment complex, business or other development is proposed nearby, Burqueños often look to neighborhood coalitions to stay informed and track community developments. That role changed Monday after the City Council voted to strip
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 04:19PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 07, 2026 09:10AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque families could soon see $5.2 million in opioid settlement money go toward addiction treatment, recovery housing and school prevention programs. But the City Council voted not to extend Monday’s meeting, leaving no time for a final vote on the proposal and leaving the
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 04:17PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
State offers free portable cribs during Safe Sleep Awareness Month
October is Safe Sleep Awareness Month, and the New Mexico Department of Health is highlighting the importance of creating a safe-sleep environment for infants – including offering free portable cribs for families in need. Safe sleep practices reduce the risk of sudden unexpected infant death and other sleep-related infant fatalities.
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 03:40PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. The No Kings crowd brought arrows instead of anger Tuesday. Dozens of members of Sandoval County Indivisible lined Idalia Road at N.M. 528 from 10 a.m. to noon, waving “VOTE EARLY” and “VOTE HERE TODAY” signs as early voting opened at the Sandoval County clerk’s
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 01:58PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton The addresses in Corrales need addressing, and the Village Council will have an opportunity to help get things straightened out. Representatives of MCM Consulting Group Inc. appeared at a September council meeting to discuss the issue and possible solutions. Between 25 and 30 addresses in the village
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 12:05PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks Sen. Cindy Nava once spent her days in the Roundhouse hallways as an undocumented student volunteer, watching lawmakers she couldn’t vote for decide her future. Now she’ll […]
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 11:01AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks Sen. Cindy Nava once spent her days in the Roundhouse hallways as an undocumented student volunteer, watching lawmakers she couldn’t vote for decide her future. Now she’ll be the one counting their votes. New Mexico Senate Democrats elected Nava, a Democrat from Bernalillo, as Senate Majority Whip
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 11:01AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Sandoval County voters will choose a sheriff Nov. 3 from two candidates who agree the county needs more cops in more places. They disagree on whether anyone can pay for it. Democrat John Paul Trujillo, a former county sheriff, and Republican Victor Rodriguez, a lieutenant
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 10:08AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
She’s a political superstar on the national stage, but Deb Haaland has yet to close the deal with New Mexico voters in her race to become the next governor, despite raising over $17 million and holding a massive name ID advantage over Republican Gregg Hull.The SurveyUSA poll taken for KOB-TV
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 06:10AM
For at least one night, New Mexico State found a formula that worked. James Jones ran for 155 yards. The Aggie defense piled up six sacks. Adam Damante, making his first start of the season, directed the offense without turning the ball over, and...
Published: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 12:54AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 12:58AM
(KVIA) -- With Election Day less than a month away, ABC-7 is continuing to bring voters conversations with the candidates seeking to represent them. In the race for New Mexico governor, former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, the Democratic nominee, is facing former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull,
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 10:32PM
ELEPHANT BUTTE, N.M. (KVIA) – “I have to sacrifice something to stay alive," said Joseph Carey, owner of Lake Shore Boat Storage. He's one of many business owners in Elephant Butte, New Mexico, seeing fewer tourists visit every year. Elephant Butte Lake is at 3.9% capacity, according to state park
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 09:32PM
DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KVIA) -- A sick child was airlifted near the border in Santa Teresa, Doña Ana County Public Safety said Monday. Doña Ana Fire Rescue, Sunland Park Fire Department and Native Air received a call about the sick child. Crews worked together to assess and care for
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 09:42PM
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Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 07:49PM
Restaurant is part of push to bring more local brands to DRO
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 07:30PM
The GOP gubernatorial candidate’s team accepted 203 contributions above Colorado’s legal limit, according to Secretary of State’s Office
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 07:50PM
By Yi-Jin Yu More than 122,000 cases of Gatorade are being voluntarily recalled due to undeclared food dyes, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The recalled cases of Gatorade Lemon Lime, Gatorade Lemon Lime Zero, Gatorade Orange and Gatorade Orange Zero were distributed in more than two dozen
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 06:16PM
By Kevin Hendricks, Route 66 Independent & NM Political Report — District 5 Bernalillo County Commission candidate Thomas Riley says he wears a ring bearing the Confederate flag as an act of “open rebellion” against the federal government, and he wants the county’s Sheriff’s Office to cooperate with U.S. Immigration
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 03:48PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 09:55AM
By Kevin Hendricks, Route 66 Independent & NM Political Report — District 5 Bernalillo County Commission candidate Thomas Riley says he wears a ring bearing the Confederate flag as an act of “open rebellion” against the federal government, and he wants the county’s Sheriff’s Office to cooperate with U.S. Immigration
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 03:48PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 09:55AM
By Kevin Hendricks, Route 66 Independent & NM Political Report — District 5 Bernalillo County Commission candidate Thomas Riley says he wears a ring bearing the Confederate flag as an act of “open rebellion” against the federal government, and he wants the county’s Sheriff’s Office to cooperate with U.S. Immigration
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 03:48PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 09:55AM
Julia Brown, a former Doña Ana County manager and Democratic write-in candidate for the District 3 county commission seat, left, and Patricia “Susie” Kimble, an Independent candidate, speak at a candidate forum Sept. 14, 2026, in Chaparral. Brown and Kimble are two of three candidates running in the district. A
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 02:55PM
Hispano Chamber honors businesses, individuals at annual banquet Andy Brosig/News-Sun It was 45 years ago when two brothers with just lint in their pockets and a dream walked into the Moncor National Bank of Hobbs and convinced bank officials to lend them seed money for what would become The Model
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:43PM
Updated: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:44PM
A mother’s life changing moment Christina Holt/News-Sun It was an ordinary moment that changed Jessica Stout’s life and her family’s – a moment that led to a breast cancer diagnosis. In 2022, Jessica, who was 35 years old, was changing her clothes when she felt a lump in her right
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:38PM
CTECH shop teacher surprised with $75k award Christina Holt/News-Sun Erik Chavarria, construction and engineer teacher at Hobbs CTECH, walked onto the shop floor expecting another day of teaching. Instead, he found himself surrounded not only by his students but by Hobbs Municipal Schools staff, media and family who had been
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:33PM
By Kevin Hendricks, nm.news — New Mexico voters can start casting ballots Oct. 6 for the Nov. 3 general election. There’s no reason to wait in line on Election Day, or to walk into the booth guessing. Early voting opens Oct. 6 at county clerk offices. On Oct. 17 it
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, nm.news — New Mexico voters can start casting ballots Oct. 6 for the Nov. 3 general election. There’s no reason to wait in line on Election Day, or to walk into the booth guessing. Early voting opens Oct. 6 at county clerk offices. On Oct. 17 it
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, nm.news — New Mexico voters can start casting ballots Oct. 6 for the Nov. 3 general election. There’s no reason to wait in line on Election Day, or to walk into the booth guessing. Early voting opens Oct. 6 at county clerk offices. On Oct. 17 it
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Colorado rancher Kathryn Bedell talks about the impact of droughts on her business as activists gather at the Supreme Court for a case about whether oil and gas companies should help pay for damage caused by disasters linked to climate...
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:20PM
By Kevin Hendricks, nm.news — New Mexico voters can start casting ballots Oct. 6 for the Nov. 3 general election. There’s no reason to wait in line on Election Day, or to walk into the booth guessing. Early voting opens Oct. 6 at county clerk offices. On Oct. 17 it
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Bernalillo County residents now have new tools to find and access behavioral health and other social services more easily. Close the Loop, the county’s coordinated system for behavioral health and social service referrals, includes a public resource directory, an online assistance request form and
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 12:35PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Operation accounts for more than half of Teller County’s gross domestic product, says general manager
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 12:49PM
By Kevin Hendricks Major League Baseball won’t build its next field of dreams in Grand Teton National Park. But New Mexico’s senior senator says the league hasn’t ruled out other national parks, and he wants answers before anyone yells “play ball.” MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred told U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich,
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 11:39AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The 54th ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta opened its first weekend Saturday and Sunday at Balloon Fiesta Park. Ace photographer Roberto E. Rosales was there to capture the scenes. Share this story and start a conversation
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 11:08AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
by Jesse Jones, The Paper. — A battle over who gets a say in Burque’s development process hits City Hall on Monday. The City Council will consider four measures from Councilor Dan Lewis that could reshape zoning appeals, developer fees and the role neighborhood associations play in development decisions, drawing
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 10:34AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Sandoval County voters who cast early ballots Tuesday will get a welcome committee armed with arrows, not placards. Sandoval County Indivisible, the local chapter of the progressive group Indivisible, plans a “Vote Early” rally from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 6 outside the county offices
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 10:53AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Sandoval County voters will help pick New Mexico’s next governor on Nov. 3, and one of the two names at the top of the ballot belongs to a hometown guy. Former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull, the Republican nominee, faces Democrat Deb Haaland in a
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 10:45AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
A new KOB 4/SurveyUSA poll is showing what is increasingly difficult to dismiss in New Mexico’s race for governor: Democrat Deb Haaland is ahead, but Republican Gregg Hull remains within single digits with less than a month until Election Day. The survey of 567 likely voters found Haaland at 47%
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 09:50AM
The pandemic, which drove nationwide meat processing capacity problems, prompted New Mexico to launch the new program.
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 07:49AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 09:15AM
Members of the task force sent a letter Thursday to two legislative committees, summarizing 11 changes they believe the state should consider.
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 07:45AM
Updated: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 09:15AM
Nearing its 20th year, Hestia Fund has given money to some Santa Fe nonprofits for more than a decade and is also focusing on helping new organizations get off their feet.
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 07:40AM
President Pro Tem Mimi Stewart pushed back a challenge from Sen. Liz Stefanics at Sunday's caucus of Senate Democrats to keep the top leadership post in the Senate. Meanwhile, Sen. Linda Trujillo beat out two challengers to become the new Majority Leader; Sen. Cindy Nava took over as Majority Whip
Published: Monday, October 05, 2026 06:10AM
Step into Cloudcroft’s past with The Sacramento Mountains Museum and the Haunted Village transformation that raises the dead--and funds--for the museum
Published: Sunday, October 04, 2026 09:59PM
September marks Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and Memorial Medical Center is shining a light on the most common cancer diagnosed in men, after skin cancer. It is also the second-leading cause of cancer-related death, after lung cancer. The...
Published: Saturday, October 03, 2026 11:18PM
The General Federation of Women’s Club Progress Club of Las Cruces is hosting its 12th annual fundraising golf tournament on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Red Hawk Golf Club, 7502 Red Hawk Golf Road on the East Mesa just north of U.S. Highway...
Published: Saturday, October 03, 2026 11:18PM
Updated: Saturday, October 03, 2026 11:20PM
Decoding your plan
If you have ever opened an Explanation of Benefits after a medical visit and felt like you were trying to read a foreign language, you are not alone. Between deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and network restrictions, navigating healthcare can...
Published: Saturday, October 03, 2026 11:17PM
Updated: Saturday, October 03, 2026 11:21PM
“We are the only hospice we know of who is able to arrange our own transportation,” Mesilla Valley Hospice Chief Operating Officer Mario Prieto said Sept. 24, after MVH’s first ever non-emergency transport vehicle received a blessing and became...
Published: Saturday, October 03, 2026 11:17PM
Updated: Saturday, October 03, 2026 11:21PM
By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — President Donald Trump officially endorsed Republican Greg Cunningham’s bid for Congress in a social media post today where the president once again called on New Mexicans to rename the state “New America” and mispronounced the Hispanic pronunciation of current Democratic Congressman Gabe
Published: Saturday, October 03, 2026 02:48PM
Updated: Saturday, October 03, 2026 03:01PM
A new campaign advertisement for Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is leaning heavily into law enforcement — but its biggest claim does not survive a look at the federal spending records. The ad features Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen declaring, “Congressman Gabe Vasquez supports law enforcement. Period.” Then comes the
Published: Saturday, October 03, 2026 09:47AM
Teachers speak about classroom AI at confab By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff Reynaldo Belen Jr. and Jonathan Valdes have pulled the Deming Public S...
Published: Saturday, October 03, 2026 12:00AM
Absentee and early voting begins for Nov. 3 election in Curry, Roosevelt, and Quay Counties....
Published: Friday, October 02, 2026 06:29PM
One reason many balloonists fly in Albuquerque is because of the Albuquerque Box. Here's the science behind the famous wind pattern.
Published: Friday, October 02, 2026 01:23PM
Front page of the Sept. 28, 1907 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. The, so far, generally dull presidential campaign of 1884, is not without features of enlivenment. There are people who seem to consider the candidature of Benjamin F. Butler as a joke, but as it means the transfer
Published: Friday, October 02, 2026 12:00PM
There are still things Cally Williams wants to try. After 50 years working with clay, she keeps a bulletin board in her Las Cruces pottery studio filled with pictures of pieces that intrigue her — things she has made, things she might make and...
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 02:15PM
Updated: Thursday, October 01, 2026 02:22PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Leave your drone at home if you plan to capture the hundreds of hot air balloons painting the sky at this year’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Federal officials have established a temporary no-drone zone around Balloon Fiesta Park and warned that unauthorized operators could
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 12:51PM
Updated: Thursday, October 01, 2026 12:53PM
A new television ad is targeting Constitutional Amendment 4, the November ballot measure sponsored by Democrats and opposed by most Republicans that would allow New Mexico legislators to receive annual salaries tied to the state’s median household income. Our Values PAC announced Thursday that it is opposing the amendment and
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 10:50AM
Updated: Thursday, October 01, 2026 11:32AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Balloon Fiesta doesn’t officially launch until Saturday, but Rio Rancho kids get a head start Friday. Once the mass ascensions begin, Sandoval County hands locals and visitors an escape hatch from Balloon Fiesta Park traffic, with free sky-high views, art shows and farm-fresh breakfast burritos.
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 10:39AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Taos countians will begin to cast ballots next week for the Nov. 3 general election, in which New Mexicans will choose a new governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, land commissioner, attorney general, state auditor and state...
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
Holy Cross Medical Center is working to rebuild its cardiology program following the departure of two providers this summer, with traveling cardiologists now staffing the clinic five days a week and an offer out to a candidate who could become its...
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 09:45AM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper Car lovers, polish that chrome and point your hood ornaments toward Bernalillo. Sandoval County’s 5th Annual Car Show celebrates 100 years of Historic Route 66 on Saturday. The show runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 3 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church,
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 09:31AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton Family friendly is the way to go. That’s the lesson the Town of Bernalillo learned last year from replacing the adult-oriented Brew Fest of the past with the all-ages Mountain West Fall Fest, which returns for its second edition Saturday at Loretto Park, 237 S. Camino Del
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 09:26AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. October arrives in Sandoval County with Mickey Mouse on ice skates, hundreds of hot air balloons on the horizon and more going on in Bernalillo on a single Saturday than most towns manage in a month. Friday: Vibrant Souls, glass magic and a man from
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 09:21AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Deb Haaland has taken some hard hits over Project Jupiter. She was especially scorched by anti-Jupiter activists for taking over $85,000 in campaign contributions from developers of the giant data center in Doña Ana County and then refusing to return those contributions.Now she is being flayed on social media for
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 06:10AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 1, 2026 Colfax County Rescinds Burn Ban. Burn Permits Required for Fires Larger Than Recreational Size COLFAX COUNTY, NM – In consultation with the District/Municipal Fire Chiefs and pursuant to Colfax County Ordinance 2006-1, the Colfax County Fire Marshal is rescinding the County Burn Ban effective…
Published: Thursday, October 01, 2026 12:41AM
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Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 06:55PM
Updated Sept. 30 at 8:30 p.m. Hours after this story was originally posted, rain turned to snow in the Kachina Basin nearly 2,000 feet below the Highline. The Bavarian Restaurant, fairly the landmark edifice in the Kachina Basin, is approxima…
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 05:51PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
Police entered a Las Vegas motel room with guns drawn last week and arrested a man and a woman on suspicion of drug trafficking. Prosecutors charged 55-year-old Michael T. Lovato and 42-year-old Abigail C. Aragon following a raid at a motel in the 1800 block of North Grand Avenue where
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 05:00PM
The council voted to pay the next elected governing body, approved an off-site liquor license at the Grand Cloudcroft Hotel bar, amended the ice rink lease, and made a temporary Public Works hire
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 05:04PM
A poll that a New Mexico think tank commissioned as part of a new push for legislative ethics reform found that only 43 percent of New Mexico residents trust state lawmakers to do what is right all or most of the time. New Mexicans’ lack of trust...
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 04:46PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:01PM
New Mexico regulators told lawmakers at the interim Water and Natural Resources Committee, which met in Taos this week, that they have little power to stop — yet can shape — a new push by mining companies, spurred by rising demand and federal...
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 04:31PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:02PM
A jury trial for Chili Line Depot owner Gil Graves, 81, was delayed Monday (Sept. 28) after a lawsuit accusing an essential witness, Taos County Sheriff’s Deputy Nicholas Varela, of using excessive force during a traffic stop in Costilla County,...
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 04:16PM
Updated: Friday, October 16, 2026 11:02PM
Acting Gov. Morales signs executive orders for flood response
Acting Governor Howie Morales today signed five executive orders declaring a state of emergency due to flooding across New Mexico, making up to $3.75 million available to the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) for response and recovery. “Communities across New Mexico need help staving off these torrential
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 03:35PM
Southwest Capital Bank, located at 608 Mountain View Drive, is one of the bank's three branches in Las Vegas. Southwest Capital Bank will be joining forces with WestStar Bank, based in El Paso, Texas. Southwest Capital Bank, which has maintained a presence in Las Vegas for more than 135 years,
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 03:27PM
Leveo V. Sanchez II Leveo V. Sanchez II, a New Mexico Highlands University alumnus whose work ethic continues to impact his alma mater – and the world – will be honored Saturday at a stadium that carries his family’s name. A moment of silence will be observed to honor Sanchez
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 03:22PM
By Kevin Hendricks, New Mexico Political Report — New Mexico communities overwhelmed by floodwaters can now tap up to $3.75 million in state emergency money and call on the National Guard for backup. Lt. Gov. Howie Morales, filling in for Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, who is out of state, signed
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 03:06PM
Updated: Tuesday, October 06, 2026 06:38PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque’s legal bill for defending its treatment of unhoused residents is getting bigger. The city has already paid nearly $1.4 million in legal fees and litigation expenses and has added another $1.6 million to its outside counsel contract, pushing the contract’s maximum value to
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 03:20PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, NM Political Report — New Mexico families watching their electric bills climb have a stake in a bipartisan energy bill that Sen. Martin Heinrich hopes to bring to a Senate vote days after the November election. He says its odds are the best he’s seen. This story
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 02:27PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
New Mexico’s controversial seven-day waiting period for firearm purchases has suffered another major legal defeat, and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Attorney General Raúl Torrez are now appealing — extending a constitutional fight that has followed the law almost from the day it took effect. The important wrinkle: despite the
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 01:24PM
Cruikshank Realty is on the lookout for dedicated, hardworking associate brokers to join our team. Cruikshank Realty is ever-growing, and we are on the lookout for dedicated, hardworking Associate Brokers to join our team. If you have a deep appreciation for rural property and a strong background in farming, ranching
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 01:34PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — The long-promised Uptown Connect housing project at Albuquerque’s Uptown transit hub is finally moving toward construction, with $31.2 million in new financing approved this week. But the project looks different on paper than it did last year, with fewer apartments, a lower price tag
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 12:31PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Acoma Feast Day: A Vibrant Celebration of Faith, Culture, and Community News Staff Wed, 09/30/2026 - 05:29
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 10:29AM
Pirates Lose but Find Footing on Offense Jayden Chavez , Ghs Student Journalist Wed, 09/30/2026 - 05:29
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 10:29AM
Opponents of a constitutional amendment that would provide some of the highest legislative salaries in the nation to New Mexico lawmakers are confident they can defeat it, but they could easily lose if they don't get a quick cash infusion to spread their message. National and local progressive groups have
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 06:10AM
Thumbs up!
Schools note progress districtwide last year By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff Deming Public Schools is celebrating its recent report card issued by...
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 12:00AM
Grilling season
Candidates set to face questions at Oct. 6 Chamber forum By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Voters will have a opportunity to hear directly from can...
Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 12:00AM
New Mexico was being hammered Tuesday by a sprawling flood emergency that triggered mandatory evacuations, a threatened dam failure, submerged highways, school closures, National Guard rescues, and warnings of potentially catastrophic flooding from Doña Ana County to Santa Fe and Ruidoso. Some of the most alarming scenes unfolded in the
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 08:33PM
Cloudcroft’s popular public courts were vandalized with a ‘big rock’ on Sunday night. The local pickleball club is offering a $3,500 reward for information leading to an arrest.
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 06:14PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — When the City of Albuquerque approves a development project, construction may still be a long way off. Residents and community groups can challenge approved projects through city appeals and, in some cases, state court. Councilor Dan Lewis has proposed four companion measures that would
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 03:24PM
Updated: Wednesday, September 30, 2026 09:05AM
By Kevin Hendricks Alamogordo residents came to Tuesday’s town hall carrying their PNM bills. Some were double their usual amount, some triple, and one topped $1,900. They wanted state regulators to explain how the utility arrived at those numbers. The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission hosted the two-hour town hall
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 02:22PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton There are no trains stopping at The Station Corrales, but it’s still a destination. The long-vacant Corrales property, which includes some historic Santa Fe Railway buildings, recently hosted a grand opening celebrating its first tenants. Those business owners and one of the project founders spoke with the
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 01:31PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Heavy rain from what’s left of Hurricane Polo is causing problems beyond flooded streets and soggy yards in Bernalillo County. Waste Management has paused residential trash collection after severe weather closed a landfill the company uses. Bernalillo County said Waste Management notified the county that the landfill is temporarily closed
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 10:57AM
Updated: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 04:21PM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. New Mexicans wondering whether tomorrow’s jobs will need them — or a robot — can ask the employers directly Thursday in Bernalillo. State Rep. Alan Martinez will host the free New Mexico Future Jobs Summit from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 1 at the Sandoval
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 09:51AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
In a break with tradition, Senate Democrats will caucus this Sunday to choose their leaders for the next two years. Usually, the meeting is held following the November general election, but not this time. The date switch, which we learned of after first blogging that the meeting would be in
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 06:10AM
On Sept. 3, a federal judge heard roughly four hours of arguments over a lawsuit challenging the environmental review and federal financing of a proposed $95.6 million green hydrogen facility in Questa, then took the matter under advisement. U.S. District Judge David H. Urias did not issue a ruling at
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 06:01AM
Jail Log 9/30/2026
The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between September 22 and 28, 2026: Abigail C. Aragon, Trafficking Controlled Substances (Distribution) (Narcotic or Meth) (First Offense), Trafficking Controlled Substances (Possession With Intent) - Conspiracy (First Offense), Distribution of Controlled Substances (Non-Narcotic Sch. I-IV) (First Offense), Bench
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 05:56AM
Media Release, Cannon AFB Public Affairs CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. – The Cannon Air...
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 02:22AM
Project Jupiter’s troubles are no longer confined to permitting fights and political battles in New Mexico. They are now showing up on Wall Street. Oracle shares have continued sliding after the technology giant invoked a force majeure provision tied to Project Jupiter, the enormous artificial intelligence data-center complex under construction
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 09:12PM
Updated: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 07:49PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque’s first electric buses were supposed to be the start of a shift toward cleaner public transportation. Four years later, all five are still in the city’s fleet but have not carried passengers since December because of mechanical problems and difficulty getting parts. The
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Saturday, October 10, 2026 05:56PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For some Burqueños, trash day will soon mean one less bin to take to the curb each week. The city is starting a pilot program that will switch blue recycling bin pickup from weekly to every other week. Starting today, the city’s Solid Waste
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper A soggy September just bought New Mexicans a rain check. The state forester lifted restrictions on campfires, smoking, fireworks and open burning Monday morning after late-season storms knocked down the wildfire threat. State Forester Laura McCarthy’s order ends restrictions in place since April 6 on
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 11:43AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper New Mexicans who spent last week wringing out their socks should keep the towels handy. Moisture from Hurricane Polo is rolling north this week, and it’s bringing flash flood risk to nearly every corner of the state. Polo is forecast to hit Baja California Sur
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 11:31AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks Twenty-one greenhouses near Estancia went from green to gone Thursday after state agents seized an estimated 6,300 illegal cannabis plants, about 10.5 tons of weed, from a large-scale grow on Howell Road. The Regulation and Licensing Department’s Enforcement Bureau and the New Mexico Organized Crime Commission served
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 10:40AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Campaign '26 may have reached an inflection point with Deb Haaland’s decision to forego all debates with Republican opponent Gregg Hull. By stepping away from the "debate over debates"—a distraction her team characterized as a sideshow—she neutralized the issue.Haaland turned a potential vulnerability—her perceived hesitation around formal debates—into a display
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 06:10AM
Guest Commentary By Brian Colón, NM Managing Partner, Singleton Schreiber — FEMA has spent years arguing that the law Congress passed to compensate Hermit’s Peak-Calf Canyon (HPCC) Fire victims only covers losses with a price tag, for example a home, a fence, a business, or a medical bill. Everything else,
Published: Monday, September 28, 2026 06:47AM
Updated: Monday, September 28, 2026 06:48AM
A longtime political operative who managed Deb Haaland’s gubernatorial campaign at its launch is now listed as a lobbyist for a company powering Project Jupiter — adding another connection between the Democrat gubernatorial nominee’s political orbit and the massive artificial intelligence data-center industry she has recently vowed to rein in.
Published: Sunday, September 27, 2026 09:06PM
The cost of diesel fuel in Colorado hit a record high this week
Published: Sunday, September 27, 2026 03:00PM
In Carlsbad and Ruidoso, food banks are seeing rising demand amid SNAP cuts and other canceled federal food assistance programs rippling through the state.
Published: Sunday, September 27, 2026 01:16PM
New Mexico attorney Mike Seibel has secured a $200,000 settlement in a closely watched wrongful-death case involving the estate of a 26-week unborn child — a case Seibel says marks an unprecedented legal development in litigation against abortionists. The lawsuit, Wabbington v. Boyd, was brought against longtime late-term abortionist Curtis
Published: Friday, September 25, 2026 08:21PM
Updated: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 07:48PM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media The 2026 Raton High Homecoming Parade got started about 1:00 p.m. Friday September 25, 2026 under partly cloudy skies after a couple days of rainy weather that would have put a big damper on the festivities. This year’s parade was lead by Grand Marshall Linda…
Published: Friday, September 25, 2026 08:45PM
By Kevin Hendricks In 2010, Mark Zuckerberg told Facebook users, “We do not and never will sell any of your information to anyone.” A Santa Fe jury didn’t buy it. Jurors in state District Court found Friday that Meta Platforms Inc., formerly Facebook Inc., willfully violated New Mexico’s Unfair Practices
Published: Friday, September 25, 2026 03:06PM
Updated: Friday, September 25, 2026 04:27PM
By Marty Mayfield KRTN Multi-Media Raton High held their Homecoming rally a little differently this year, instead of on Friday morning the rally was held in Tiger Gym on Thursday evening where the fall teams were presented as well as the Homecoming Royalty. Each fall team presented their players to…
Published: Friday, September 25, 2026 03:01PM
PORTALES, NM – Roosevelt County District and Magistrate Courts closed today Friday 9 /25 due...
Published: Friday, September 25, 2026 03:49PM
CLOVIS, NM – Curry County District and Magistrate Courts are on 2-Hour Delay this morning...
Published: Friday, September 25, 2026 01:40PM
Commission cites LEA90 filings, alleged violations of conduct By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Instead of arguing amongst themselves, the Luna Cou...
Published: Friday, September 25, 2026 12:00AM
Republican state Sen. David Gallegos of Eunice used New Mexico’s first lieutenant governor debate Thursday to draw sharp contrasts with Democrat State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard on crime, government dependency, abortion, education, data centers, and the direction of state government. The hourlong debate, hosted at the Albuquerque Journal and
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 10:40PM
Special to KRTN The Raton Police Department is continuing its investigation into a suspicious death after a deceased female was located at a residence in Raton on Sunday, September 20. Earlier in the week, the Raton Police Department received a missing person report regarding a female believed to be in…
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 04:02PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández wants New Mexico to hit pause on new data centers, saying Thursday that companies should first prove they can protect the state’s water, keep electricity costs from passing onto families and bring jobs and benefits to local communities. In
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 02:09PM
Updated: Thursday, September 24, 2026 03:32PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Mayor Tim Keller sent two overdue quarterly litigation reports to the City Council last month, revealing $4.38 million in lawsuit settlements over six months, including a case in which a police SWAT operation burned down a family’s home and killed a teenage boy hiding
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 01:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
East Mountain families hunting for a weekend plan that amounts to more than a hill of beans can head to Moriarty, where the annual Pinto Bean Fiesta opens Friday evening with a balloon glow and rolls into a parade, marketplace and street dance Saturday. The City of Moriarty opens the
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 09:56AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Democrat gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland used a national NewsNation interview Wednesday to pitch herself as an experienced manager, promise a day-one pause on new large-scale data centers, and blame President Donald Trump for a host of New Mexicans’ economic problems. But several of the interview’s most notable moments came from
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 07:02AM
The Haaland campaign ended debate discussions with the Hull campaign late Thursday after both sides failed to reach an agreeable date. There will be no debate between the two governor candidates before the Nov. 3 election.Here are the emails each sent regarding their final clash over debating: Haaland’s campaign: “Deb
Published: Thursday, September 24, 2026 06:10AM
Rescue dog attended bill signings and news conferences
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 08:37PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Days after the City of Albuquerque’s Transit Department announced that its Christmas Eve Luminaria Bus Tour had been canceled this year, Mayor Tim Keller announced Wednesday that the popular holiday tradition is back on. In a news release, the administration said Keller directed the
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 04:30PM
Updated: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 05:13PM
As New Mexico continues to get hit hard with monsoon rains this week. A weather alert was issue for potential flooding throughout the region. Check out some photos of the weather in Edgewood and Albuquerque by our photographer, Roberto E. Rosales, and a local resident who shared photos from Cedar
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 04:08PM
Updated: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 04:10PM
By Pat Davis, nm.news — I’m tired of hearing and reading about how Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull won’t debate each other. Their campaigns will both say they have tried and this week they both pledged to show up – to different debates in different places and on different dates.
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 03:31PM
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Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 03:10PM
By Kevin Hendricks, New Mexico Political Report — New Mexico has poured $524 million into housing since 2022, but households with the lowest incomes get about a penny of every income-restricted dollar. The state also can’t consistently say what the rest bought, according to a Legislative Finance Committee report presented
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — For more than a year, City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn has pushed for stronger renter protections, one city ordinance at a time. In June, two of her measures became law: the Rental Unit Habitability Enforcement Ordinance and a resolution requiring the city to prioritize safety
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 02:00PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
The Artistic Journey of Joan Sheski Celebrating The Beauty Of New Mexico Through Art Wed, 09/23/2026 - 05:26
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 10:26AM
From Grants to Bemidji: Cardenio Chavez Begins College Football Journey Natasha Valles Wed, 09/23/2026 - 04:26
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 09:26AM
The Raton City Commission in a 3 – 2 vote, turned down a resolution that would have declared a temporary one year moratorium on the issuance of a business license and zoning approvals for any Data Centers that might want to come to Raton. The moratorium would have been put…
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 05:54AM
The city of Clovis will hold a hazard mitigation plan meeting on September 29, 2026...
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 03:15AM
Media Release, Clovis Police Department Clovis, NM – On September 16th, 2026, Detectives of the...
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 03:09AM
Sunshine Protection Act would have economic, safety impacts for ski areas and mountain towns, resorts say
Published: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 05:47PM
Staff report Bernalillo County residents in flood-prone areas have until Friday to get their sandbags in a row. Monsoon storms could drop up to 3 inches of rain on the East Mountains and up to 2 inches on the metro area by Sept. 25, county officials announced Tuesday. Wednesday should
Published: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 03:23PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Is the Deb Haaland camp terrified that permitting her to debate Republican gubernatorial opponent Gregg Hull could cost her the election or something close to it? Haaland has so far refused to debate Hull, making her only the second major-party candidate to skip a general election TV debate in the
Published: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 06:10AM
By Rodd Cayton It’s time for Bernalillo County’s East Mountains communities to gather and celebrate themselves, as well as check out a local gem’s new look. District 5 County Commissioner Eric Olivas is hosting the annual East Mountain Celebration Sunday at Los Vecinos Park, 478 State Route 333 in Tijeras.
Published: Monday, September 21, 2026 12:57PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Gregg Hull Struggling to recover from her first major campaign blunder, Deb Haaland insisted she can "chew gum and walk at the same time." But the line only prompted critics to pile on, demanding she prove her multitasking prowess by finally agreeing to a live TV debate with her Republican
Published: Monday, September 21, 2026 06:10AM
Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is accusing Republican challenger Greg Cunningham of avoiding southern New Mexico voters for not accepting a proposed Univision debate — even as Cunningham says he has already accepted three televised debate invitations and Vasquez has publicly confirmed only one of them. The dispute has become
Published: Sunday, September 20, 2026 10:50PM
Cloudcroft’s own Bryanna Bradshaw set out for Florida, where she’s about to enter her junior year at college. This summer, she rescued sea turtles as part of her education.
Published: Sunday, September 20, 2026 02:39PM
The Raton Tigers and the Estancia Bears matched up evenly on paper before their Friday night matchup, but on their home field Estancia took advantage of four Raton turnovers and of the legs of sophomore QB Devon Chavez’s to hang onto a 40 – 39 thrilling win in 2A football.…
Published: Saturday, September 19, 2026 06:44AM
By Kevin Hendricks Young riders ages 3 to 18 can trade reins for handlebars at the fifth annual Bicycle Rodeo, a free event that teaches bike safety in Edgewood on Saturday, Oct. 3. The Edgewood Lions Club, Edgewood Police Department and Boy Scout Troop 640 are hosting the event from
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 02:34PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks The Edgewood Lions Club and Sandia Mountain Lions Club stocked East Mountain Food Pantry’s shelves with 1,500 pounds of food and raised $860 for the pantry. The pantry thanked both clubs in a Facebook post this week, calling them “amazing partners and phenomenal leaders in our community.”
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 02:14PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Kevin Hendricks East Mountain and Estancia Valley families can scream, carve and craft their way through October at a haunted farm, library workshops and a town-wide monster hunt. Here’s what’s happening and what to book first. SCARE UP A PUMPKIN: McCALL’S, MORIARTY McCall’s Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Farm runs
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 01:47PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
by Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Edgewood has a new mayor, and Devon Taylor got the job in a way he never saw coming. The 33-year-old Army veteran and real estate developer said he was sitting in a commission meeting this summer when former Mayor Mike Rariden suddenly nominated him
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 01:37PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton Repairing Edgewood’s finances will be a time-consuming process, Town Manager Kelly Hamilton says, but the Town Commission and administrators are taking steps in that direction. Hamilton told the Route 66 Independent that town leaders want the public to know what they’re doing. He extended an invitation to
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 01:29PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
By Rodd Cayton Even if the Town of Edgewood is able to fix its financial oversight issues, Former Mayor John Abrams says, residents are still better off dissolving it and getting their local government services from Santa Fe County. “The town doesn’t have the money to support itself,” Abrams said.
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 12:28PM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Local man adapts cooling tech for athletes, LEOs Levi Hill/News-Sun Scott Evans is on a mission to cool off law enforcement officers, military and athletes and the vision for his mission came directly from on high. “This was a download from God,” the veteran military, EMT and security officer said
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 09:17AM
Attendance matters Hobbs Schools recognizes students, staff for efforts to keep kids in classrooms Andy Brosig/News-Sun September is national Attendance Awareness Month, a time when school districts across the country remind parents and students of the importance of being in school. And Hobbs Municipal Schools took a unique approach to
Published: Friday, September 18, 2026 09:11AM
Democrat gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland’s attempt to appear tough on New Mexico’s increasingly controversial data center boom ran headfirst into a glaring campaign cash problem Thursday after she was pressed on donations tied to Project Jupiter — and did not commit to giving the money back. At a press conference
Published: Thursday, September 17, 2026 08:09PM
Deb HaalandNew Mexican politics are not about to make a dramatic shift to the left if Democrat Deb Haaland wins the governorship November 3. The progressive wing of her party may be ignoring what she says—as they often have with Gov. Lujan Grisham—but facts speak for themselves. Haaland is planting
Published: Thursday, September 17, 2026 06:00PM
Democrat U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury of New Mexico is openly telling supporters that House Democrats are already preparing for “in-depth oversight and impeachments of administration officials” next year if voters hand the party control of the U.S. House in November. The comments came in a video circulating on X this
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 08:30PM
Updated: Thursday, September 17, 2026 08:59AM
Schools to Home program launched July 1 to provide assistance to public school employees
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 02:27PM
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Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 02:32PM
Pirates Sail Through Rio Grande, 47-6 Franklin Romero, Sports Correspondent Wed, 09/16/2026 - 05:35
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 10:35AM
Haaland and HullHow can the Republican candidate for governor run an effective campaign if the industry most critical to their fundraising is not going all-in? That’s the dilemma confronting GOP standard-bearer Gregg Hull.In his latest financial report covering June 28 through Sept. 7, we count about $300,000 in direct and
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 06:30AM
Fort Sill Apache donates laptops For the Headlight The Fort Sill Chiricahua-Warm Springs Apache Tribe has donated 90 laptops to Deming Cesar Chavez Ch...
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 12:00AM
City council set to sign off on 2022 audit
By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff The Deming City Council will finally vote on the city’s fiscal year 2022 audit during today’s meeting, set for 5:3...
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 12:00AM
Youth initiative overshadowed by ethics allegations By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Youth disengagement and a contentious exchange between Luna C...
Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 12:00AM
Democrat gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland outraised Republican Gregg Hull during New Mexico’s latest campaign-finance reporting period. But a line-by-line review of the candidates’ actual reports shows a much more complicated picture than the topline numbers alone: Haaland is operating a heavily nationalized, high-volume fundraising and campaign apparatus, while Hull’s donor
Published: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 10:00PM
Colorado among 24 states that sued to stop president’s executive order
Published: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 03:55PM
New Mexico state Rep. Joseph Hernandez’s latest campaign-finance report is in, and the spending pattern previously documented by the Piñon Post did not end with the earlier filings. The Shiprock lawmaker’s First General Report, filed Sept. 14 with the New Mexico Secretary of State, shows another $6,797.40 in campaign expenditures,
Published: Monday, September 14, 2026 09:09PM
Vasquez and CunninghamWhat’s with Greg Cunningham’s obsession with border security and crime? Doesn’t he know those issues have fallen down the list of voter concerns as an economic tidal wave heads towards the state in the form of inflation? Won’t the economy (and Trump) be the deciding factors in his
Published: Monday, September 14, 2026 08:54PM
Yearling female was from One Ear pack that state wildlife officials say has been preying on livestock in Grand and Jackson counties
Published: Monday, September 14, 2026 01:40PM
Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez and gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland welcomed Joe Biden’s former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to Las Cruces on Sunday, tying their campaigns to one of the Biden administration’s highest-profile former Cabinet officials — whose four years overseeing the nation’s transportation system were marked by a series
Published: Monday, September 14, 2026 10:32AM
Years of wash-out in the canyon below the village have triggered a larger push to protect the transmission line that powers the Sacramento Mountains from wildfire and outages
Published: Sunday, September 13, 2026 02:26PM
Democratic U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez went on the offensive against Republican challenger Greg Cunningham after Cunningham used a nationally televised GOP convention speech to hammer crime, border security and fentanyl in New Mexico — accusing his opponent of abandoning New Mexicans to “kiss the ring” of President Donald Trump. Cunningham,
Published: Saturday, September 12, 2026 08:04AM
Republican congressional candidate Greg Cunningham used a national stage in Dallas Thursday to put New Mexico’s crime, border and fentanyl problems at the center of his campaign against Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez, delivering a roughly four-minute address at the Republican Party’s first-ever midterm convention. Cunningham, a retired Albuquerque police
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026 09:36AM
Foliage roughly a week ahead of typical schedule in many places
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026 09:45AM
National Geographic photographer and filmmakers Pete McBride and New York Times bestselling author Kevin Fedarko named next Jack Maddox Distinguished Speaker Series speakers For the News-Sun National Geographic photographer and filmmaker Pete McBride and New York Times bestselling author Kevin Fedarko as the next Jack Maddox Distinguished Speaker Series speakers.
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026 08:53AM
Lea County Veterans Memorial is officially open Christina Holt/News-Sun LOVINGTON — Flags rose, the Lovington High School Band played and a multi-agency honor guard presented the colors Wednesday morning as about 100 people gathered to dedicate the Lea County Veterans Memorial in downtown Lovington. The dedication ceremony was held on
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026 08:48AM
Lea commissioners approve imposition of 2026 property tax rates Denise Marquez/News-Sun LOVINGTON — The Lea County Board of County Commissioners ordered the county assessor to impose the 2026 state property tax rates, most of which will hold steady from last year. During a special county commission meeting Tuesday morning, Ave
Published: Friday, September 11, 2026 08:44AM
Updated: Friday, September 11, 2026 08:54AM
Former Colorado Bureau of Investigation forensic analyst Yvonne "Missy" Woods cries as she watches a video during a her sentencing hearing at the Jefferson County Courthouse, Tuesday in Golden. (Stephen Swofford/The Gazette via Associated Press pool) GOLDEN – A judge...
Published: Thursday, September 10, 2026 02:33PM
Joey and Jackie welcome Doug Boberg, Program Chair for Dress The Child. Their upcoming Gala is coming up and w...
Published: Thursday, September 10, 2026 11:33AM
Newly elected president Kent Aikin provides updates on the society’s preservation projects, fall events
Published: Thursday, September 10, 2026 05:00AM
Police seek tips to assist homicide investigation
For the Headlight Deming Police are investigating a homicide that occurred Tuesday, Sept. 8. According to Police Chief Sergio Lara, it is an open and ...
Published: Thursday, September 10, 2026 12:00AM
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Published: Wednesday, September 09, 2026 03:47PM
The WWTP needs more funding than the village can afford. Plus: The FY 24-25 audit report, water restrictions, critical library funding at risk, and more at the September 8 council meeting
Published: Wednesday, September 09, 2026 12:45PM
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 to close for the rest of the week. Deputies responded around 12:11 p.m. to New Mexico Early Learning Academy in
Published: Wednesday, September 09, 2026 10:00AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
Make it three in a row. That appears to be the case with the five statewide executive offices on the November ballot which went to Democrats in 2018 and 2022 and are set for a three-peat.That expectation is grounded in ABQ Journal polling showing races for Attorney General, Secretary of
Published: Wednesday, September 09, 2026 06:05AM
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
Published: Tuesday, September 08, 2026 07:25AM
Updated: Tuesday, September 08, 2026 07:33AM
Rep. Andrea Romero Alright. Let's dive in to all the political news from New America. . . er. . . New Mexico. Talk about crashing and burning. State Rep. Andrea Romero has done both in grand style, leaving a promising political career in ruins. It is a story no one
Published: Tuesday, September 08, 2026 06:09AM
Media Release, Alzheimer’s Association of New Mexico Clovis, NM – Loved ones, caregivers and supporters...
Published: Tuesday, September 08, 2026 03:51AM
Wildfire, drought are pushing hungry bears into record human sightings and contacts, resulting in euthanasia
Published: Monday, September 07, 2026 03:32PM
Media Release, Cannon AFB Public Affairs CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. – The Air Force Civil Engineer...
Published: Friday, September 04, 2026 05:27PM
Mesilla Valley Better Together welcomes Trinity A. Miller from the U.S Department of The Interior Bureau Of La...
Published: Friday, September 04, 2026 10:14AM
Police seek witnesses in fatal hit-and-run
Deming police are seeking witnesses and video evidence following a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run late Saturday night on Pear Street. The Deming Police ...
Published: Friday, September 04, 2026 12:00AM
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...
Published: Friday, September 04, 2026 12:00AM
Witness offers details on attempted child kidnapping
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...
Published: Friday, September 04, 2026 12:00AM
Events kick off 2 p.m. Thursday, bringing lots of visitors to Durango
Published: Thursday, September 03, 2026 01:44PM
By Rodd Cayton For some, Labor Day Weekend is a chance to relax at home with burgers and hot dogs, honoring the progress of the American labor movement. For others, it’s an opportunity to turn the extra day off into a special end-of-summer adventure. Those in the Albuquerque area will
Published: Thursday, September 03, 2026 10:50AM
Updated: Friday, November 30, 1 12:00AM
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Published: Wednesday, September 02, 2026 09:28PM
Despite 18-month moratorium on new data centers on private land in Sierra County, Green Data is pushing for a new plant at Sacepoprt America with a few twist: atmospheric water generation units to produce water from the air.
Published: Wednesday, September 02, 2026 07:49PM
Mechanical engineer joins the Council days before the wastewater master plan lands
Published: Wednesday, September 02, 2026 06:34PM
Media Release, Office of Superintendent of Insurance Santa Fe, NM – The New Mexico Office of...
Published: Wednesday, September 02, 2026 11:32AM
‘My concern is for all 3,144 counties in America,’ prominent election denier says
Published: Tuesday, September 01, 2026 07:30PM
With a 20-year lease, the Hermans look to turn Zenith Park’s ice rink into a six months a year skating and hockey mecca for the desert Southwest
Published: Tuesday, September 01, 2026 02:18PM
Decision reverses racing license transfer
Published: Tuesday, September 01, 2026 12:31PM
By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — New Mexicans on Medicaid should keep an eye out for a turquoise envelope in the mail this week. It contains important information about changes to Medicaid rules coming because of President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” as well as resources to help New Mexicans comply
Published: Tuesday, September 01, 2026 04:00AM
Updated: Tuesday, September 01, 2026 05:04PM
‘The focus of this case was to protect our kids,’ state attorney general says
Published: Monday, August 31, 2026 07:41PM
Winter service expands travel options between Southwest Colorado and Texas
Published: Monday, August 31, 2026 04:30PM
Commentary by Pat Davis, nm.news — During last year’s state legislative session, legislators passed, and the governor signed, a sweeping package of medical licensure and malpractice reform bills to fill what hospital companies and think tanks called “a growing shortage of health care providers.” But new data from the state’s
Published: Monday, August 31, 2026 01:51PM
Updated: Monday, August 31, 2026 03:53PM
Hull and HaalandThe first major public poll of the '26 gubernatorial chase seems to rule out a blow-out win by Democrat Deb Haaland but nudges only slightly, if at all, that big boulder that lies on the path to victory for Republican Gregg Hull. The ABQ Journal survey conducted August
Published: Monday, August 31, 2026 06:30AM
A major legal challenge has been filed over the proposed green hydrogen facility and solar array in the Village of Questa. On August 7, 2026, two local ditch associations—the Cabresto Lake Irrigation Community Ditch Association and the Acequia Madre del Cerro de Guadalupe—filed a lawsuit in federal court in Albuquerque
Published: Monday, August 31, 2026 06:01AM
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas Lawmakers are being warned about a practice called surveillance pricing — when companies use personal data like location, income, or browsing history to charge
Published: Sunday, August 30, 2026 09:15PM
Leaves are turning, lumberjacks are competing, businesses are cropping up, and something haunts the village. Here's what's next on the mountain
Published: Sunday, August 30, 2026 02:03PM
MTD Radio Weekend Edition – New Mexico and West Texas Is a U.S. Senator pushing oil policy that could line his own pockets? This week on Weekend Edition, Larry Behrens of Power the Future joins Blake Ovard
Published: Sunday, August 30, 2026 05:02AM
Democrat, favored to win, vows to stand up to Trump
Published: Friday, August 28, 2026 08:39PM
Saturday, Aug. 29 *Echoes of the Earth: Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show – 9 a.m.-5 p.m.,...Read More
Published: Friday, August 28, 2026 12:00AM
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas The Department of Justice is suing New Mexico over a state law granting in-state tuition and financial aid to migrants regardless of immigration status;
Published: Friday, August 28, 2026 12:29AM
The peak will happen just after 10 p.m. with about 95% of the moon covered by Earth's shadow
Published: Thursday, August 27, 2026 12:37PM
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas State lawmakers got a mixed budget picture Wednesday — some volatility, but also good news, driven largely by oil prices; Roswell city officials have
Published: Thursday, August 27, 2026 03:53AM
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas An Eddy County man is facing charges in connection with a fatal shooting from earlier this year; A Lea County woman faces charges after
Published: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 03:30AM
Corner to Corner by Columnist Diane D. Denish — Farewell Dolly Parton. May you rest in peace and may your melodies ring in our hearts, at our weddings, at our funerals, and all our celebrations where an angel on earth is always welcome. Corner to Corner Diane Denish is a
Published: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 03:42PM
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas Newly obtained body camera video is giving the public its first look at the roadside encounter that led to a misdemeanor battery charge against
Published: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 03:17AM
By Rodd Cayton The Town of Edgewood is righting its fiscal ship, according to Town Manager Kelly Hamilton, with finance manager Amber Sanchez at the helm. She’s turning the Titanic away from the iceberg,” Hamilton told the Route 66 Independent. “She’s working diligently on getting us a clean set of
Published: Monday, August 24, 2026 02:28PM
By Rodd Cayton The Aug. 22 Route 66 Centennial celebration is an obvious reason for Tijeras to party, Mayor Jake Bruton said. “It’s always been in the village,” Bruton said. “It’s ingrained in us. It’s who we are.” Bruton said that while the Village of Tijeras was officially incorporated in
Published: Monday, August 24, 2026 02:24PM
Sen. Wirth and Sen. TrujilloThere will be a new power player in Santa Fe come November and their rise to prominence will have little to do with the election. Sen. Peter Wirth, who has served in the powerful position of Senate Majority Leader since 2017, is leaving leadership and indications
Published: Monday, August 24, 2026 06:30AM
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas The Bureau of Land Management leased 25 parcels totaling more than 20,000 acres across New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas, bringing in over $139 million
Published: Sunday, August 23, 2026 09:56PM
MTD Radio Weekend Edition – New Mexico and West Texas She lost her son to a preventable, distracted-driving crash — then discovered a legal system few families are prepared to navigate. This week on Weekend Edition, Blake
Published: Sunday, August 23, 2026 08:36PM
Show the culmination of a year of rehearsals at Limon Correctional Facility
Published: Sunday, August 23, 2026 12:00PM
Ben Waddell spent last fall in Guanajuato documenting grassroots efforts to find their disappeared relatives
Published: Saturday, August 22, 2026 05:00AM
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas Food insecurity is on the rise in New Mexico, and state lawmakers heard a presentation this week on the scope of the problem and
Published: Friday, August 21, 2026 02:24AM
Motorists drive on southbound Interstate 25 with the city skyline in the background April 30, 2026, in Denver. (David Zalubowski/Associated Press file) Democrats on Thursday narrowed the list of potential host cities for their 2028 presidential convention to Boston, Denver...
Published: Thursday, August 20, 2026 12:20PM
By Blake Ovard 107.1 The Blaze News — New Mexico and West Texas The New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department will pay $1.4 million to settle a lawsuit filed by two children abused by their adoptive
Published: Thursday, August 20, 2026 02:34AM
Federal judge ruled Benjamin Smith will serve maximum time per plea deal conditions
Published: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 12:30PM
A domestic violence call in Mora County left a woman dead, led to an officer-involved shooting and renewed calls to repair alternate routes.
Published: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 03:09AM
Updated: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 03:15AM
The alleged felony will be tried in court
Published: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 01:43PM
Suspect was allegedly intoxicated, friends of the victim are fundraising to pay medical bills
Published: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 10:45AM
Hull and HaalandThe sleepy '26 gubernatorial race is about to be jolted awake. Whether it returns to a coma-like condition may be dependent on the severity of the jolt. At the end of the month--August 30 to be precise--the ABQ Journal will release their first poll of the contest featuring
Published: Monday, August 17, 2026 06:30AM
4-H girls hard work earns Lea County Fair sweepstakes buckles Denise Marquez/News-Sun LOVINGTON — Eager youth and parents crowded around covered showcases Monday at the Lea County Fairgrounds, waiting to see who would take home this year’s sweepstakes titles. The Lea County Fair and Rodeo 4-H Sweepstakes is a multi-project
Published: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 08:16AM
New day Eagles eye new schedule that won’t include Lovington PETER STEIN NEWS-SUN Any team that falls short of a state title comes into the next season with unfinished business. That’s what the Hobbs football team has after earning a No. 3 seed in last year’s 6A playoffs and falling
Published: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 08:09AM
Updated: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 08:16AM
Tyler Boebert was released from jail on $10,000 bond on Sunday, the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office said
Published: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 06:52PM
Published: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 09:56AM
We could discuss endlessly why a state with the well-deserved nickname the "Land of Enchantment" has undergone one of the greatest periods of population stagnation in its over 400 year history. Instead let's focus on one aspect of that stagnation impacting our politics. That would be how folks here are
Published: Monday, August 10, 2026 06:30AM
Professionals ran through simulation scenarios and networked resources for less frequent but critical emergencies
Published: Monday, August 10, 2026 05:00AM
Advocates celebrate the addition of a sober living home alongside expanded treatment options and recovery groups
Published: Sunday, August 09, 2026 05:00AM
The course material wasn’t vetted by state evaluators and didn’t go through a public review process
Published: Saturday, August 08, 2026 05:00AM
They mapped out a strict spreadsheet beforehand, allowing them to perfectly time each stop
Published: Monday, August 03, 2026 08:21PM
CPW pushes back against concerns it lacks sufficient data on furbearers
Published: Monday, August 03, 2026 08:00PM
A high-speed pursuit and successful PIT maneuver on Friday resulted in the arrest of a man suspected of kidnap...
Published: Monday, August 03, 2026 04:00PM
Encore sets ’26-27 concert lineup Andy Brosig/News-Sun Another season of musical entertainment is just around the corner as Encore Entertainment and the Southwest Symphony Orchestra announce the lineup for the 2026-27 symphony season. The entertainment kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, in the Western Heritage Museum Theater, 1
Published: Monday, August 03, 2026 11:04AM
UPDATE: The ABQ City Council Monday evening said the panel has "dismissed" the proposed increase in the gross receipts tax. Affordability is the buzzword for the '26 campaign but that falls on deaf ears among some members of the ABQ City Council. Two councilors in particular, Council President Klarissa Peña,
Published: Monday, August 03, 2026 06:30AM
Memoirs of a former rodeo queen Levi Hill/News-Sun Two seconds. It doesn’t seem like a long time until you are on the back of a bucking steer and holding on for six more. For 75-year-old Meloy Hill of Jal, two seconds was all she needed to know bull riding, in
Published: Saturday, August 01, 2026 12:17PM
Second rider rushed to hospital with serious injuries
Published: Friday, July 31, 2026 04:09PM
Man driving flatbed truck arrested in connection with crash
Published: Friday, July 31, 2026 11:34AM
Friday, July 31 *Blood drive — 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bloodmobile, Roosevelt County Safety...Read More
Published: Friday, July 31, 2026 12:00AM
For two months, the people of Cerro have lived without one of life’s most basic necessities — reliable running water. Every day has become a routine of hauling bottled water, making difficult choices about cooking, bathing and cleaning, and wondering when normal life will return. On Friday evening (July 17),
Published: Thursday, July 30, 2026 06:01AM
Fast learner: Mile record setter trained with Hobbs grad PETER STEIN/NEWS-SUN Perhaps you’ve crossed paths with Josh Kerr and didn’t realize it. If you blinked, you may have missed him. Kerr – a native of Edinburgh, Scotland and former University of New Mexico track runner – became the world’s fastest
Published: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 03:04PM
Updated: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 03:05PM
A second minor was airlifted to a hospital with serious injuries, authorities say
Published: Monday, July 27, 2026 07:52PM
If they're going to move the New Mexico presidential primary to February 15, 2008 instead of holding it late in the nominating cycle in June, how about a favorite son candidate (or is it favorite daughter now)? As the fourth state to go up to bat under a Democratic National
Published: Monday, July 27, 2026 06:30AM
Death comes almost month after he and colleagues overcome by flames near Utah border
Published: Saturday, July 25, 2026 09:23AM
4 to 5 feet of debris covered U.S. Highway 550 north of Silverton
Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 07:06PM
It must be tough and expensive to go up against the City of Truth or Consequences with its team of lawyers supplied by the New Mexico Municipal League's self-insurers fund, the city's insurer. Barnes settled for $45,000 and the city admitted no wrongdoing.
Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 02:49PM
Las Cruces area students are returning to class for the fall semester, and the Las Cruces Police Department is...
Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 08:56AM
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Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 12:00AM
Calendar: Friday-Saturday, July 24-25 *Bureau of Land Management Wild Horse and...Read More
Published: Friday, July 24, 2026 12:00AM
Crash occurred along U.S. Highway 550 on Thursday
Published: Thursday, July 23, 2026 03:04PM
Driver allegedly admitted to drinking three beers an hour before crash
Published: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 07:19PM
Emergency workers responded to three-vehicle accident Saturday morning in Animas Valley
Published: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 06:46PM
Sierra County joins Santa Fe and Socorro counties with moratorium on new data centers before a record crowed at public hearing.
Published: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 04:43AM
Sen. PopeThe race for lieutenant governor is revealing a much more aggressive left wing in the state Democratic party with important implications for economic policy should Deb Haaland become the next governor. The race for the number two spot features two leading hopefuls--term-limited State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard and
Published: Monday, July 20, 2026 06:30AM
The GEO ICE detention facility is seen in Aurora on March 7, 2019. (Hart Van Denburg/CPR News) A woman was shot Thursday night after a protest outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in Aurora. An employee of GEO...
Published: Sunday, July 19, 2026 05:51PM
Construction between Ouray and Silverton scheduled to last through much of September
Published: Friday, July 17, 2026 04:16PM
JF Maddox Foundation unveils vision for downtown development Two-building campus in Hobbs will establish the Foundation’s new headquarters, create a community center and food hall, and serve as a catalyst for continued downtown revitalization For the News-Sun The JF Maddox Foundation today announced plans for a transformative downtown development that
Published: Friday, July 17, 2026 08:46AM
Mewbourne ranked #2 private producer in US Levi Hill/News-Sun Coming on the heels of the purchase of 22 acres of land to expand its operations in Hobbs, Tyler, Texas-based Mewbourne Oil Company was recently ranked the second most prolific private oil and gas producing company in the country by Enverus
Published: Friday, July 17, 2026 08:41AM
At Ballantine Communications, we are fortunate to serve a community as wide-ranging and diverse as ours in a landscape composed of high deserts and jetting mountains. I, myself, have been fortunate to grow up here, with a deep appreciation for...
Published: Thursday, July 16, 2026 04:06PM
Las Cruces police have apprehended and charged two teenagers suspected in an overnight crime spree that result...
Published: Thursday, July 16, 2026 02:26PM
The two-year-old rescue dog was lost on June 6
Published: Thursday, July 16, 2026 12:42PM
Next generation family member says he wants to listen, improve and innovate
Published: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 12:30PM
Las Cruces police are investigating a two-vehicle collision that critically injured a 67-year-old woman Tuesda...
Published: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 05:20PM
Gregg HullThe Gregg Hull ship has sprung another dangerous leak with DC pundits bailing out amid a developing financial crisis for the Republican gubernatorial nominee. The Cook Political Report has rerated his race with Democratic nominee Deb Haaland, taking it from "Likely Democratic" to "Solid Democratic." That is only going
Published: Monday, July 13, 2026 06:30AM
Amador Crossing, an affordable housing development under construction on the recently expanded Community of Hope campus, is seen Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in Las Cruces. The 50-unit apartment complex is expected to expand housing options for homeless residents. (Photo by Diana Alba Soular/ SNMJC) Rising rents, more first-time homelessness and
Published: Saturday, July 11, 2026 04:25PM
Friday-Sunday, July 10-12 Loretta Ann Rockabilly festival – noon to midnight, Tucumcari....Read More
Published: Friday, July 10, 2026 12:00AM
Statement of organization was updated after the candidate won her primary for attorney general
Published: Thursday, July 09, 2026 05:00PM
More than 183 million Americans went outside for recreation in 2025
Published: Thursday, July 09, 2026 03:57PM
Agency’s plan remains in place, despite being struck down by federal judge
Published: Tuesday, July 07, 2026 03:48PM
The Las Cruces Police Department is now accepting applications for its next training academy. The 22-week paid...
Published: Tuesday, July 07, 2026 09:53AM
Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a residential structure fire on Jasper Drive Saturday Morning. Just after...
Published: Monday, July 06, 2026 09:40AM
Hull & HaalandThere will be no early start for Gregg Hull. The '26 GOP gubernatorial nominee is stuck in neutral following the first month of the campaign, lacking the financial muscle to engage Democrat Deb Haaland whose well-oiled money machine has already churned out over $13 million with more to
Published: Monday, July 06, 2026 06:30AM
Fireworks, concerts, festivals and family games happening across region
Published: Wednesday, July 01, 2026 08:24PM
Romero had 55.2% of the vote to Kelloff’s 44.8% when The Associated Press called the race at 8:01 p.m.
Published: Wednesday, July 01, 2026 06:41PM
Communities to mark America’s 250th with festivals, family activities
Published: Wednesday, July 01, 2026 05:00AM
NMJC to remodel Mansur Hall Levi Hill/News-Sun New Mexico Junior College is committing $6.99 million to renovate Mansur Hall for modernized classroom space. The NMJC Board of Directors unanimously approved the spend for the project in a short meeting Thursday via Zoom. The 15,499-square-foot building was on the school’s list
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 01:11PM
City works to rebuild HPD Christina Holt/News-Sun As the Hobbs Police Department works through months of leadership upheaval, the City of Hobbs’ immediate focus is to restore stability and leadership within the department. City Manager Manny Gomez said his appointment of interim chief Jimmie Jones this week is intended to
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 01:06PM
Gas production climbs faster than oil in Permian Levi Hill/News-Sun WASHINGTON, D.C. — Natural gas production in the Permian Basin is growing faster than oil production and it is creating a bottleneck. Solutions are coming, but too slowly. According to a recent report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, marketed
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 12:56PM
Air Force vet turned airline pilot enjoys soaring for relaxation PETER STEIN/NEWS-SUN As an Air Force Academy graduate and a seasoned commercial airline pilot, Brad Peterson knows about being grounded. So when it happened on Thursday during the Standard Class Nationals soaring competition at the Hobbs Industrial Air Park, and
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 12:55PM
Updated: Wednesday, July 01, 2026 09:03AM
Haaland & Garcia RichardThere's little doubt that outgoing State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard is highly likely to become the Democratic party's lieutenant governor nominee after securing the endorsement of gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland but things could still get messy. (Haaland video here.)Notably, the state Democratic party will not conduct
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 06:30AM
Before the fireworks light up the night sky, northern New Mexico’s mountain communities offer a full slate of Independence Day celebrations, from small-town parades to lakeside festivities and live music. Red River kicks off the holiday with its annual Fourth of July Parade at 10 a.m. along Main Street, drawing
Published: Monday, June 29, 2026 06:01AM
Some locals want to see Sierra County moratorium on computer data centers. County commission chairman threatens to eject proponents for applauding at public comment period.
Published: Thursday, June 25, 2026 08:29PM
Winds carry smoke from 31,000-acre Cottonwood Fire across region
Published: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 07:23AM
Bradley Clark, 53, out on bail for unrelated charges, arrested in connection to spray-painted vehicle
Published: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 04:18PM
Park officials announce summer lineup to celebrate Indigenous history, including three free days
Published: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 01:34PM
(Stock Image) The City of Las Cruces will ask voters to approve $26 million in general obligation bonds to renovate Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. The library renovation has long been identified as a priority project by members of the community and city council. Members of the city council approved a
Published: Monday, June 22, 2026 02:02PM
Independent nonprofit formed following dissolution of Home Builders Association of Southwest Colorado
Published: Monday, June 22, 2026 05:00AM
NextEra commissions new electric transmission line Christina Holt/News-Sun LOVINGTON — Dozens of guests stood in the middle of rural Lea County Wednesday morning surrounded by grazing cattle, pump jacks and wind turbines, as NextEra Energy Transmission Southwest marked the commissioning of its Crossroads-Hobbs-Roadrunner electric transmission line. The location reflected the
Published: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 04:43PM
Updated: Friday, June 19, 2026 08:41AM
Eunice ‘ground zero’ for N.M. screwworm response Levi Hill/News-Sun EUNICE – Eunice is ground zero for New Mexico’s first active response to the resurgence of the New World screwworm after it was officially eradicated from the country nearly 60 years ago. A dog was found to be infected with the
Published: Tuesday, June 16, 2026 04:31PM
Lane closures and reduced speed limit could cause congested traffic
Published: Sunday, June 14, 2026 11:00AM
Former teacher, coach named to lead new middle school in Hobbs Andy Brosig/News-Sun Building something new comes with a whole host of challenges. What’s it going to look like? What’s the interior design going to be? What about furniture? And staffing? If building a business from the ground up is
Published: Tuesday, June 02, 2026 02:28PM
Updated: Tuesday, June 02, 2026 02:29PM
Federal oil lease sale nets record $4B in NM, Texas Levi Hill/News-Sun SANTA FE — A regular Bureau of Land Management oil and gas lease sale in May brought in more than $4 billion in total receipts from lease sales in New Mexico and Texas, in what is being called
Published: Tuesday, June 02, 2026 02:24PM
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO – Thanks to a new law, independent and most minor party voters can vote in today’s New Mexico primary election for the first time ever. So-called “decline to state” voters, often referred to as independents, and most minor party voters don’t have to change their party affiliation
Published: Tuesday, June 02, 2026 12:45PM
The closure of the Questa VFW Post 7688 feels like the loss of something far greater than a building.Officially shut down by the State VFW on May 1 due to compliance issues after years of declining membership and difficulty maintaining a quorum, the post represented generations of service, sacrifice, and
Published: Monday, June 01, 2026 06:01AM
A couple of days ago, the Supreme Court approved the Special Master’s Fourth Interim Report on the case known as “No. 141 Original Texas v. New Mexico and Colorado.”
Published: Sunday, May 31, 2026 09:16PM
Kingston had a nice rain. Maybe the monsoons are beginning: a hopeful weather report from the National Weather Service.
Published: Friday, May 29, 2026 08:20PM
Editor’s Note: Candidates answered a list of questions emailed by the Southern New Mexico Journalism Collaborative. Their responses have been edited for length and clarity. Some candidates in this Q & A reference House Bill 9 , passed by t he Legislature, that restricts local authorities from enforcing federal immigration
Published: Thursday, May 28, 2026 11:31PM
John Willard Smith 1927-2026 Graveside services were held Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Elida Cemetery, followed by a lunch/visiting at the Floyd Senior Center in Floyd, NM. The family will receive guests at the funeral home on Monday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. John’s family
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 08:06PM
NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Border Soil and Water Conservation District is issuing a Request For Proposals(RFP) for herbicide treatment activities primarily in southeastern New Mexico. Proposals may be received electronically to BorderSWCD@gmail.com, or by mail to Border Soil and Water Conservation District, PO Box 158, Elida, NM 88116
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:41PM
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ON AGENCY PLAN AND RESIDENT ADVISORY BOARD DATE: June 15, 2026 TIME: 2:00 P.M. PLACE: FORT SUMNER HOUSING AUTHORITY 165 E Main Avenue Fort Sumner, NM Phone: 575-355-2986 The Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 requires the Fort Sumner Housing Authority to prepare a
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:40PM
Notice of Public Hearing Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section 22-8-10 NMSA 1978, that the Board of Education of Fort Sumner Municipal School District 16, De Baca County, State of New Mexico, will meet on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. MDT, in the Testing Room located between
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:40PM
NOTICE FOR PRIMARY ELECTION – JUNE 2, 2026 AVISO PARA LA ELECCIÓN PRIMARIA – 2 DE JUNIO DE 2026 Pursuant to Section 1-11-1 and 1-11-2, New Mexico Statutes Annotated, 1978 Compilation, I, Jeffrey Hromas, County Clerk of De Baca County, by virtue of the authority in me vested, do hereby
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:39PM
STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF CURRY NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ADAM GRANT NUELKEN, DECEASED. No: D-905-PB-2026-00034 Judge: David P. Reeb, Jr. NOTICE TO CREDITORS BRUCE HARRY NUELKEN has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Adam Grant Nuelken, Deceased. All persons
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:38PM
IN THE NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF CURRY STATE OF NEW MEXICO In the Matter of the Estate of WILLIAM GARY ASHLEY, Deceased. No.: D-905-PB-2026-00027 Judge: Benjamin S. Cross NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO: TO: ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WILLIAM GARY ASHLEY, DECEASED, AND
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:38PM
NOTICE OF PUBLICATION FOR FILE NO. P-73 NOTICE is hereby given that on November 24th, 2025, Robert & Heidi Vander Dussen, husband and wife, dba Hideaway Dairy South, 2709 Wilhite Rd., Clovis, NM 88101 filed with the STATE ENGINEER Application No. P-73, Application for Permit to Change the Purpose and
Published: Friday, May 22, 2026 07:37PM
(Stock Image) KRWG Public Media's KC Counts discussed vaccine misinformation and disinformation with Dr. Karen Kopera-Frye and Dr. Jagdish Khubchandani, professors of public health at New Mexico State University, in this May 11 audio episode of Voice of the Public . Khubchandani and Kopera-Frye discuss COVID-19 and measles vaccinations and
Published: Thursday, May 21, 2026 10:52PM
From the Other Side was meant to provide views of news events at odds with the prevalent American media view. Today, I am adding another side. This is a posting on poetry, which, as the subject of this article has said, is what can’t be said in words.
Published: Friday, May 01, 2026 11:36PM
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ON AGENCY PLAN AND RESIDENT ADVISORY BOARD DATE: June 15, 2026 TIME: 2:00 P.M. PLACE: FORT SUMNER HOUSING AUTHORITY 165 E Main Avenue Fort Sumner, NM Phone: 575-355-2986 The Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 requires the Fort Sumner Housing Authority to prepare a
Published: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 04:19PM
STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF DE BACA TENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BERNADINE (GARCIA) CORDOVA, Deceased. No. D-1027-PB-2026-00003 AMENDED NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Victoria Huber has been appointed Administrator of this estate. All persons having claims against this estate
Published: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 04:18PM
By LORA ARCINIEGA AND MARLENE GOMEZ On May 10, Isabel Odilia Gomez will reach a milestone very few ever see: her 100th birthday. Born in 1926 to Agapita and Cristobal Gonzales, Gomez was raised on Cabresto Road as the second oldest of six children. Looking back on a century of
Published: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 06:01AM
Liz Marrufo is an advocate and volunteer who has received compensation under last year’s Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, or RECA. She spoke about her experience applying during a forum held Feb. 1, 2026, at Doña Ana Community College in Las Cruces. (Photo by Elva K. Österreich) SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO –
Published: Friday, April 17, 2026 09:58PM
For-profit and nonprofit business owners gather March 26, 2026, during a Las Cruces Green Chamber of Commerce Green Drinks event introducing Southern New Mexico Giving Day/Give Grandly events in Las Cruces and Silver City. (Photo by Elva K. Österreich/ SNMJC) Southern New Mexico Giving Day dates April 13 : Pr
Published: Friday, April 17, 2026 08:53PM
Spaceport leery of revealing reasons about road closures during tests of Quarterhorse drone == the first major defense contractor for the headquarters for civilian space exploration.
Published: Thursday, April 09, 2026 03:45AM
The proposed green hydrogen plant in Questa has moved from a conceptual clean-energy project to a focal point of intense local debate regarding water security and local government transparency. During a packed Village Council meeting on March 10, and a subsequent gathering of the Questa Watershed Protectors on March 15
Published: Sunday, March 29, 2026 06:01AM
I link to an article by Laura Paskus, “Climate change, overuse send the Middle Rio Grande into ‘dire’ situation,” published March 20th by Source New Mexico.
Published: Monday, March 23, 2026 12:30AM
Capital outlay money from state legislators or the governor comes with the least oversight and strings. Grants from U.S. legislators are nearly as hassle free. The city manager and more city commissioners participated in lobbying this year, receiving about one-third of what was requested from state legislators.
Published: Friday, March 06, 2026 06:17PM
Inmates in the the Doña Ana County Detention Center are among the first identified measles cases in New Mexico in 2026. (Photo by Diana Alba Soular/ SNMJC) Editor’s Note: This article is one in a series examining measles in Southern New Mexico. LAS CRUCES – For more than a quarter
Published: Friday, March 06, 2026 03:35PM
New Mexico health department officials work in partnership with local governments to sample and test wastewater for early detection of measles cases in communities across the state, including Southern New Mexico. (Photo by Diana Alba Soular/ SNMJC) How watching wastewater helps prevent disease spread SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO – In the
Published: Wednesday, March 04, 2026 04:27PM
T or C residents were clear, but city commissioners left it open whether the city will join the proposed private business/government alliance.
Published: Tuesday, March 03, 2026 08:46PM
Editor’s Note: This reporting was made possible thanks to a grant from the Puente News Collaborative , based in El Paso. Karen LeCompte of La Luz and her mother, Arlene Maclean of Alamogordo, both experienced measles in their childhoods before vaccinations for the disease were developed. (Photo by Elva K.
Published: Saturday, February 28, 2026 02:00AM
Shawna Bailey, director of health services for Las Cruces Public Schools, is seen at the LCPS administrative offices. Bailey said her office worked closely with state health officials to verify immunization records and prepare for potential measles exposures during the outbreak last year. (Photo by Jonny Coker/ SNMJC) Risks remain
Published: Saturday, February 28, 2026 01:00AM
Lucy Rael, the matriarch of the large and devoted Rael family remembered for her faith, resilience and quiet strength, died Jan. 31. She was 98. In her final years, Lucy was rarely alone. Children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren filled her days, a living testament to the life she and her late
Published: Thursday, February 26, 2026 07:01AM
The Sierra County Commission balked on approving a joint powers agreement to create an alliance between government and private industries to seek funding for new infrastructure. The proposal goes to the Truth or Consequences City Commission next.
Published: Sunday, February 22, 2026 09:40PM
It has been 46 years since one of the deadliest prison riots in U.S. history. It all happened here in New Mexico.
Published: Monday, February 02, 2026 03:39PM
Updated: Monday, February 02, 2026 03:40PM
As oil and gas production continues to generate vast amounts of wastewater in southeastern New Mexico, researchers say treated “produced water” could become a valuable resource for agriculture, industrial use and river restoration — if state laws, public perception and regulatory frameworks can catch up. Produced water is the byproduct
Published: Monday, February 02, 2026 07:01AM
(Stock Image) The Mesilla Valley Habitat for Humanity affiliate, in partnership with the City of Las Cruces, will construct five single-family homes within the new Arcadia 4 Subdivision as part of a pilot initiative to expand access to attainable homeownership. The City of Las Cruces is donating 25 fully serviced
Published: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 03:35AM
(Stock Image) LAS CRUCES — The minimum wage in the City of Las Cruces will increase on Jan. 1, 2026. According to Las Cruces Municipal Code, minimum wage for those employed in the city will increase from $12.65 to $13.01 an hour. The minimum hourly wage for tipped employees will
Published: Thursday, January 01, 2026 02:00AM
Roger Blanco has spent much of his life giving to others, often quietly and without expectation. On Saturday, Dec. 13, the community he has long served gave something back. Members of the Cerro Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, along with friends and neighbors, gathered to surprise Blanco with a birthday
Published: Tuesday, December 30, 2025 07:01AM
U.S. Congressman Gabe Vasquez of New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District expresses support for restoration of federal health care subsidies that are set to expire nationally Dec. 31; however, the New Mexico Legislature has opted to take over funding of these subsidies within the state’s borders. Vasquez discusses the issue Sept.
Published: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 02:40AM
(Stock image) LAS CRUCES — It’s a chance to get money that can help students afford transportation, pay their families’ bills and offset some of the negative impact of homelessness on the education of high school students. Educators believe it’s a real opportunity for teenagers to focus on schoolwork and
Published: Monday, December 15, 2025 05:33PM
Click here to watch the annual 2025 Twinkle Light Parade in Nob Hill.
Published: Sunday, December 07, 2025 02:53AM
Updated: Tuesday, December 09, 2025 06:37PM
Three newsrooms collaborated to host a sexual-assault panel discussion at Zuhl Library, seen here on the NMSU main campus. The Nov. 20 discussion featured an NMSU equity representative, a sexual assault recovery professional, and the editor of the Round Up student news site. LAS CRUCES — Three local newsrooms collaborated
Published: Wednesday, December 03, 2025 06:24PM
The community of Vado was severely inundated during a July 22, 2025 storm, as seen in this screen capture of a video presented to the Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners in an emergency meeting focused upon the disaster. Vado, located downstream of a series of arroyos that channel run-off
Published: Monday, October 27, 2025 05:51PM
The old New Mexico State Penitentiary, site of a deadly 1980 riot, remains a chilling reminder of past horrors, with eerie occurrences suggesting the spirits of those who perished may still linger.
Published: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 08:49PM
Updated: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 02:45PM
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Published: Monday, October 20, 2025 06:00AM
Updated: Monday, November 17, 2025 05:09PM
Zozobra has burned for nearly a century. It's a tradition that dates back to 1924 in Santa Fe. Here's a look at what Zozobra has looked like dating back to the 1940's.
Published: Wednesday, August 30, 2023 11:57PM
Zozobra has become ingrained into New Mexico's culture. For over 100 years, Zozobra has burned the glooms of years past. Here's a look at some of the burnings dating back to the 1930's.
Published: Wednesday, August 16, 2023 05:43PM
Updated: Friday, September 04, 2026 04:24PM
Hearst Television News Policy Statements
Hearst Television operates under the premise that first is desired, right is required in everything we do.Our purpose is one of service, providing quality news and information to the local television markets in which we operate.
Published: Wednesday, December 20, 2017 05:52PM
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Sky 7 has been providing unmatched coverage of New Mexico's top stories since 1980. Click through this slideshow to see photos of each version of New Mexico's helicopter.
Published: Tuesday, December 31, 2013 06:12PM
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