Staff Reports A flood watch will take affect in major cities across New Mexico, including Gallup, starting around noon Sept. 28. It is expected to last until late Sept. 29. A near-record surge of moisture combined with two merging storm systems will bring a prolonged multi-day period of showers and

Editor Police executed an arrest warrant this week on a man accused of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl in Las Vegas on two occasions in 2022. Brandon Gourd-Gallegos, 31, faces two felony charges of criminal sexual contact of a minor 13 years old or younger. The arrest warrant was originally

Otero County Fair rodeo results highlight two nights of competition, with no qualified rides in saddle bronc. Berwyn Duffy and Mason Greenwood led ranch bronc, while Chancie Roberts posted the fastest barrel-racing times and won Friday’s breakaway roping. Bull riding winners included Travis Brisco, Perrico Enjady and David Sanchez, with

The New Mexico state forester is rescinding statewide fire restrictions in response to recent rains which have reduced the threat of wildfire across the state. “Late season precipitation has helped to alleviate wildfire spread,” said State Forester Laura McCarthy. “While fire restrictions are lifting, the public should continue to be

Information taken from Carlsbad Police Department arrest records. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty. The post Carlsbad Police Blotter: Sept. 17-22 Arrests appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

Hurricane Polo is expected to track toward New Mexico and remnants of the hurricane could move directly over the state. Heavy rain and flash flooding are expected in many parts of New Mexico.

Carlos Rodón of the New York Yankees says players are ready for a long lockout if MLB owners push for a salary cap. The current labor contract ends Dec. 1, and an expected lockout would halt trades and free-agent signings. MLB argues a cap is needed to reduce economic disparity,

Flood risk is rising near New Mexico burn scars this week. Be prepared to leave at a moment's notice and have a go-bag, sandbags and an evacuation plan ready.

A Turkish court has sentenced a comedian to more than 19 months imprisonment on charges of insulting religious values and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. He was released Monday pending appeal. Deniz Goktas, 32, had been held in prison since July 3 after clips of his routine were circulated online. He

Longtime resident captured full moons, mountain landscapes and views from Colorado’s 14ers

MORIARTY, N.M. — The Central Tri-County Soil and Water Conservation District will host an informational meeting for small-acreage agriculture producers on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m. to introduce a new regional assistance program. The session will be held at the district’s headquarters, located at 2506 W. U.S. Route 66

A former Ohio music pastor who once appeared on “American Idol” is on trial on charges that he killed his wife while having an affair more than a decade after gushing to TV viewers about how she encouraged him to chase his dreams on the singing competition. Caleb Flynn, 40,

The DreamTree Project is soliciting donations of tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, and tarps and other rain protection gear after recent heavy rains “soaked or ruined” the belongings of homeless people in the area.

Reservations communities devastated by floods

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

Monday's Top Stories Monday's Five Facts [1] More details released by police in investigation into school shooting in Hobbs - Around noon on Friday, Hobbs Police received multiple calls about a shooting at Highland Middle School in Hobbs. Hobbs Police found teacher Kelly Matthews outside the school by the back

Landy Carrejo, 37, indicted on two counts of human trafficking. Both children are alleged to have been under 13 at the time they were abused. The post Chaparral woman indicted for trafficking her daughters appeared first on Ruidoso News .

One person dead, three injured in single-vehicle accident

ENMU-Ruidoso’s cross country and rodeo teams are building momentum during their fall seasons and are preparing to host some home events. The post ENMU-Ruidoso teams ready for home stands appeared first on Alamogordo News .

The $19 million facility will be located on a 4-acre property at the intersection of National Parks Highway and Hamilton Street. Construction is expected to begin in November and continue for up to 18 months. The post South Carlsbad’s $19 Million ER Set to Begin Construction in November appeared first

The newly expanded PWHL launches its fourth season with all 12 teams competing during the first weekend of December, and will include women’s hockey replacing the NHL on CBC’s iconic “Hockey Night in Canada” broadcast. The season will begin with three games on Dec. 5, starting with the Seattle Torrent

The University of New Mexico Lobo women's soccer team continued an impressive season with a 5-2 win over the Nevada Wolf Pack. The post UNM Lobo women’s soccer team goes 2-0 in conference with 5-2 win appeared first on KOB 4 .

ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE (AP) — Pope Leo XIV said Monday that concerns about artificial intelligence going rogue are not “fake news” and should be taken seriously, insisting that safety issues raised by AI experts should be discussed and acted on. Leo, who dedicated his first encyclical to AI and

People in Clovis are rallying to help the family of a New Mexico lineman killed while trying to restore power after last week's storms. The post Community rallies around family of New Mexico lineman killed while restoring power appeared first on KOB 4 .

Albuquerque Isotopes outfielder Zac Veen was named the Pacific Coast League's Most Valuable Player this season. The post Albuquerque Isotopes’ Zac Veen named Pacific Coast League MVP appeared first on KOB 4 .

A multi-million dollar reconstruction project on Western Hills Drive in Rio Rancho is beginning Monday and will go through April. The post Rio Rancho road project to detour Western Hills traffic appeared first on KOB 4 .

Students at School of Rock in Albuquerque performed Sunday at Tumbleroot Brewery in Santa Fe as a part of their Power Up event. The post School of Rock Albuquerque students perform at Santa Fe brewery appeared first on KOB 4 .

Nvidia says a security platform for artificial intelligence that it announced on Monday can help stop autonomous AI agents from misbehaving. The chipmaker unveiled its Open Agent Safety Platform amid an intensifying debate about AI safety, fueled a string of alarming recent incidents involving AI systems acting on their own

The New Mexico legislature is the only one in the country that does not receive an annual salary. Instead, it receives a daily per diem based on the IRS travel reimbursement rates for Santa Fe. Through September 2026, the amount is $247. The post Charles Sullivan: Gluttony, thy name is

WE BUY HOUSES. CASH 4 HOMES. FA$T CA$H. The signs, text messages and mailers promise cash, quick sales and a seamless means of unloading unwanted homes. But advocates say the business of buying homes for cash can confuse vulnerable homeowners and rob them of home equity. And now, many states

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico State Police said a man who was drunk and high on marijuana crashed and caused another car to rollover on I-40 near Unser, leaving an 11-year-old dead. Officers said 18-year-old Malachi Velasquez-McCormick was with three others in a car and speeding on eastbound I-40.

Officials tell The Associated Press that mediators are working with Iran and the United States on a deal to end fighting and open the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media reported reported that Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will meet with Qatari mediators Monday about the latest discussions. President Donald Trump

AI should be taken seriously, but we probably need not panic as with so many other doomsday predictions. The post Will AI cause Doomsday? appeared first on Ruidoso News .

District Judge Stephen Ochoa sentenced Manuel Marquez, 37, to the maximum for the charge, six years, after Marquez beat another inmate to death. The post Inmate sentenced for manslaughter following plea deal appeared first on Ruidoso News .

ENMU-Ruidoso’s young cross country and rodeo teams are building momentum and looking forward to their home events. The post ENMU-Ruidoso teams ready for home stands appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Holloman Air Force Base honors missing and imprisoned military members with a 24-hour flag relay and stories that date back to World War II. The post Holloman AFB holds service for missing and imprisoned troops appeared first on Ruidoso News .

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Christa Pike was 18 when she killed a classmate in a jealous rage and became one of the youngest women to be sent to death row. Now 50, she is scheduled to be put to death Wednesday in what would be Tennessee’s first execution of a

WOODBURY, Minn. (AP) — “Forecast: God reigns and the Son shines.” In mid-September, the large electronic sign of a Lutheran church flashed this message by a throughfare between growing subdivisions and cornfields in a Twin Cities suburb. The messages on Resurrection Lutheran Church’s sign range from witty to practical to

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 […]

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 […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued another flood watch that’s scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. on Monday evening and continue through 6 a.m. on Wednesday morning.

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) - Spotty to locally isolated morning rain is approaching northwestern areas mostly with a couple storms possibly present as well. Slightly more-humid conditions are gradually building back in across western, eastern, & northern areas as most are starting off at least a few degrees milder than average.

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

Rick Clemente died on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the age of 79. He passed peacefully in Albuquerque with his wife Debbie by his side. Debbie says, “Rick lived life to the fullest and there wasn’t a thing he wanted to do that he didn’t end up doing.” His career

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

The abandoned courthouse in downtown Las Cruces offers filmmakers almost everything they need to turn it back into a prison. It has old jail cells, worn walls and the institutional feel needed for “Solitary,” an independent feature film about five...

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

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

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The owners of Camp Mystic have proposed selling off the riverfront property as part of a bankruptcy plan, with hopes that a buyer will preserve the camp’s “historic mission” following the death of 27 campers and counselors swept away by a 2025 flood. The century-old private

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Monday to let it enforce, for now, restrictions on gender-affirming care in federal prison. The emergency appeal comes after lower courts blocked officials from immediately carrying out the policy adopted after an executive order from President Donald Trump. U.S.

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is announcing a new $15 billion steel plant in Iowa being built with backing from an Indian conglomerate, creating what the White House says will become the largest steel plant in U.S. history. The White House said Trump will announce the project Monday afternoon

NEW YORK (AP) — The NFL has asked the Department of Homeland Security to take down a video on social media showing highlights of Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins in reference to a purported caravan of immigrants approaching the U.S. border. The video posted on Sunday shows Dawkins’ pregame

Rains reduce wildfire threat

Defense attorney requests medical records

BOSTON (AP) — A maritime expert planned to visit a Nantucket beach Monday to inspect weathered wooden beams exposed by the weekend’s powerful nor’easter, possibly the remnants of a 19th-century shipwreck buried beneath the island’s southern shore. The Egan Maritime Institute said its exhibits and collections manager would survey the

Corrales packed its hay wagons, pet parade and pastures this past weekend for the Corrales Harvest Festival, and the village had plenty to celebrate. Chief among the news: Poptart, a pony, is the new Corrales Pet Mayor. She was announced Saturday, Sept. 26, ahead of Sunday’s Pet Parade, and she

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

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi judge set a $5 million bond Monday for a third man charged in the death of a Black woman whose body was found hanging from a tree in August. Police disclosed Friday that Tasia Fortune, 29, was killed in a drug dispute before her

Significant price hikes – and perhaps even shortages – may be on the way

WASHINGTON (AP) — Andrew Bailey, one of the FBI’s two deputy directors, announced Monday that he was leaving the position after just over a year on the job and would be returning to Missouri to spend time with his family. Bailey was named co-deputy director in August 2025 to serve

Gasoline prices averaging $4.47 a gallon on Monday

The New York Giants acquired quarterback J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings for a 2027 fifth-round pick, adding another young player at the most important position in football less than a week after learning Jaxson Dart would be out for at least the rest of the regular season. The Vikings

SpaceX's mega rocket Starship makes a test flight from Starbase, Texas, Monday, Sept. 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) U.S. and China release $60 billion nonsensitive product lists for tariff cuts after Trump-Xi meeting HONG KONG – The United States and China have released lists of products worth about $30 billion

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix looks to pass against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) DENVER — Bo Nix didn’t flinch from his slow start and Talanoa Hufanga didn’t lose faith after dropping two

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate is poised to pass a sweeping bipartisan bill on Monday that would regulate college sports, an attempt to end “chaos” in an industry that has been upended by skyrocketing athlete payments and near-unrestricted transfers between schools. Passage of the legislation would be the strongest effort

By Kevin Hendricks If your PNM bill lately looks more like an educated guess than a meter reading, state regulators want to hear about it, in person, in Alamogordo. The […]

The Legislature’s status as the last unsalaried one in the nation, Think New Mexico asserts, has been the main justification for lax ethics laws.

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A New York prosecutor has reopened an investigation into gang rape allegations at a Cornell University fraternity in response to a lawsuit filed by a woman who says she was sexually assaulted in 2024 by seven students after being plied with alcohol and drugs. Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van

MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Hanna formed Monday in the Atlantic Ocean and isn’t threatening land, forecasters said. The storm was located about 870 miles (1,400 kilometers) east-northeast of Bermuda and was moving east, according to an advisory from the Miami-based National Hurricane Center. Maximum sustained winds were around 45

LONDON (AP) — British authorities are examining suspected explosives found near an air base in England used by the U.S. Air Force and whether five men arrested on terrorism suspicions — but later released on bail — are linked to Iran. The suspects were detained shortly after midnight on Sunday

WASHINGTON (AP) — Long before he was the top official at the U.S. Postal Service, David Steiner was a corporate executive surfing mid-oughts television when he came across Donald Trump on “The Apprentice.” He was unimpressed. “If that is leadership, if that’s what we’re telling people that our culture and

Los Alamos Community Foundation staff present the Los Alamos Public Schools Foundation with a check for $19,250 for their Resilience Initiative at the LAPS Foundation Emerald Anniversary Celebration. The grant was funded by the Anchorum Community Health Fund, a donor-advised fund of the Los Alamos Community Foundation. LACF supports Los

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 […]

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

Fall is upon us and many of the accompanying smells and fragrances make it so memorable. Nothing smells like the clean, freshly-washed, ozone-tinged fresh air after a brisk rain shower. The rain cleanses the air of dust, smoke, pollen and many other airborne particles to reboot it as nature intended.

Carlsbad Medical Center will begin construction in November on a $19 million freestanding emergency room in south Carlsbad. The 24/7 facility will offer six to eight treatment rooms, CT scans, X-rays, ultrasound and a helipad, improving access for residents of growing areas including Carlston Ranch. The hospital is also renovating

A Pecos, Texas, woman faces felony charges after police say she became intoxicated and violent at the Artesia Aquatic Center. Veronica Sue Barron, 39, allegedly argued with lifeguards, struck her husband and scratched two officers during her Aug. 8 arrest. Her case was bound over to district court, where she

The police blotter for Sept. 12–17 lists arrests involving weapons, stalking, probation violations, arson, DWI and assault on healthcare personnel. Officers also responded to numerous motor vehicle accidents, suspicious activity, welfare checks, larceny reports, domestic disturbances, wanted and unwanted subjects, harassment, fraud, battery, threats, fireworks, shots fired and an overdose.

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,

The Trump administration on Monday released new fuel economy standards that relax regulatory requirements for automakers to control pollution from gasoline-powered cars and light trucks. The new rules were released shortly after President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz, sending oil prices soaring. Also,

SpaceX launched its enormous Starship into orbit for the first time Monday and successfully delivered the most advanced Starlinks yet, but cut the flight short to ensure safety. The spacecraft reentered over the Pacific and splashed down north of Hawaii three hours after blasting off from Texas. The company had

CAIRO (AP) — Mediators are still working with Iran and the United States on brokering a deal to end the fighting and open the Strait of Hormuz — even after U.S. President Donald Trump publicly rejected Iran’s latest proposal, three regional officials and a senior U.S. official told The Associated

Footloose The Musical: Youth Edition will be performed this Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 1-3, at the Farmington Civic Center. See details below. Courtesy City of Farmington Farmington Monday, Sept. 28 Museum To-Go Bags, Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Take the museum experience home with hands-on activities to create your

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –New Mexico United found itself in a hole Saturday night at The Lab — and spent the final minutes trying to dig its way out. Sacramento Republic built a two-goal advantage in the second half before United finally found its breakthrough in the 73rd minute. Greg Hurst

Determination separate from ongoing discourse over civic campus

In her recent op-ed, (Herald, Sept. 11) Rep. Katie Stewart blames the war in Iran, federal tariffs and wildfires for shrinking family paychecks. Those issues affect our economy, but she ignores the higher costs approved by Stewart and her fellow...

CORRALES, N.M. (KRQE) – A group of historic buildings in Corrales left unused for more than a decade have been transformed into something new. "This was a absolute mess when we inherited it, when we bought it. Dirt everywhere. Mice everywhere. I mean, it was in really, really, really, really

HOBBS, N.M. (KRQE) – Around noon on Friday, Hobbs Police received multiple calls about a shooting at Highland Middle School in Hobbs. Police day officers responded in approximately 40 seconds. Within minutes, Hobbs Police found teacher Kelly Matthews outside the school by the back doors suffering from gunshot wounds. "The

El Paso, Texas (KVIA) - Doña Ana County Fire Rescue crews responded to a crash involving a large fuel truck and pickup truck on interstate 25 near Hatch, just before 6 p.m. Sunday. Following the crash, the fuel truck caught on fire. Four people were transported to local hospitals with

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Staff Reports HOBBS, N.M. — Hobbs Police Chief James Jones briefed the public on Sept. 27, addressing the shooting of a teacher at Highland Middle School on Sept. 25. At 11:39 am, officers responded to Highland Middle School after an initial report of a stabbing was updated to a possible

Staff Reports ALBUQUERQUE — A 15-year-old girl died and three others were criticially injured following a two-vehicle crash at an intersection during the late hours of Sept. 26 near Coors and Bridge boulevards in southwest Albuquerque, according to police. The crash occured shortly before midnight. Investigators said an orange Ford

Staff Reports ALBUQUERQUE — An 18-year-old driver was arrested Sept. 26 following a two-vehicle rollover crash that killed an 11-year-old child Sept. 25 on Interstate 40 near Unser Boulevard. New Mexico State Police officers responded around 9:54 pm to the crash in the eastbound lanes near milepost 154. Officers learned

New Mexico State Forester Laura McCarthy announced Monday that she is rescinding fire restrictions on state lands after recent rainfall statewide alleviated risk of wildfire ignition and spread.

Democratic and Republican governors say they will more aggressively push back on federal overreach regardless of which party controls Washington. Earlier this month, the bipartisan National Governors Association for the first time in over a decade updated its internal principles on federalism — the system of power sharing between Washington,

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has, once again, infuriated lawmakers from both political parties by using a controversial maneuver to cancel funding previously approved by Congress. The $810 million in the “pocket rescission” would have gone to refugee assistance programs at the Department of Health and Human Services, a Treasury

Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard, a Democrat, and Republican state Sen. David Gallegos are running on their parties' tickets with gubernatorial nominees Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull, respectively.

After last week’s devastating floods across New Mexico, residents and officials are bracing for another round of heavy rainfall on already saturated ground.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque man, with a child rape conviction already on his record, is headed back to prison. Joseph Lacour-Benavidez pleaded guilty to four counts of criminal sexual penetration of a minor, three counts of child abuse, and two counts of criminal sexual communication with a child.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – According to Albuquerque Metro Crime Stoppers, a group of five people shoplifted an extensive amount of designer sunglasses from the Sunglass Hut in ABQ Uptown on April 4, 2026 and August 2, 2026. The suspects stole over $25,000 worth of item. When confronted by security, the

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — Fall is officially underway. With it comes harvest festivals, Halloween celebrations, and more. If you're fleshing out your schedule for October, you have plenty of options here in New Mexico. Scroll to find what’s waiting for the Land of Enchantment next month. Northern Navajo Fair (Oct.

A team of mules traveled from the Shasta-Trinity National Forest to provide food and supplies to firefighters battling the Dome Fire in Yosemite.

A South Texas congressman says $330,000 in federal funds have been approved to provide drinking water for several colonias low-income housing developments on the border in Webb County, near Laredo, Texas.

FARMINGTON, N.M. (KRQE) – A Farmington man has been federally charged in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of two minor victims, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Mexico announced Monday. On Sept. 19, 2026, and on previous occasions, Raleigh Jackson, 34, an enrolled member of the

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) — As the cold starts to settle in, the City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department is asking for your help in keeping some canines cozy. The department is collecting new or gently-used, medium to large doghouses during its "Doghouse Drive." They're also accepting custom-built doghouses. Donations can

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It's a retelling of a famous Mexican cultural legend in the form of ballet and with a personal twist. "La Llorona" by Ballet 5:8 takes the stage at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque on Oct. 18. While the ballet will follow the classic ghost

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Supreme Court achieved success this fiscal year, clearing more cases than it had coming into the court. Known as the disposition rate, the measurement is used across the country to quantify a courts efficiency. Another measure is the days taken to complete a

BERNALILLO, N.M. (KRQE) – The Town of Bernalillo on Monday broke ground on its newest fire station. One of the biggest advocates behind the project is Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham who helped secure funding and was at Monday's event. The governor spoke about the need to provide for the state's

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — New Mexicans can now access almost 1,000 digital books for free. The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs is opening access to the state library's collection of audio and eBooks via Hoopla. Residents can get a digital library card on the state library website, and then

Showers began to develop across the northwest corner of the region overnight. These showers and storms will continue to move into the region, becoming more scattered to widespread throughout the rest of the day. Large amounts of moisture will stream into the region through the first half of the week.

Rod Stewart canceled a few shows earlier this year because of health issues.

FBI Deputy Director Andrew Bailey said Monday he is departing the bureau roughly a year after joining the Trump administration.

President Donald Trump is set to announce Monday that a Minnesota company plans to build a $15 billion steel mill in Iowa.

The anonymous student filed a lawsuit regarding the 2024 incident earlier this month.

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Portales Police Department is searching for a suspect in an armed robbery at Pizza Hut that took place on the night of September 27th. Police said officers were dispatched to the Pizza Hut around 9 p.m. to reports of an armed robbery that had just

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — The New Mexico State Forester announced Monday that statewide fire restrictions are now lifted. “Late season precipitation has helped to alleviate wildfire spread,” said State Forester Laura McCarthy. “While fire restrictions are lifting, the public should continue to be vigilant about preventing human-caused wildfires, especially when

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — As more rain and possible flash flooding threatens the state this week, New Mexico officials are urging residents to be prepared. Particularly, by offering free sandbags across the state. Supplies are limited, and residents are asked to check with their local fire rescue: Officials are reminding

Pope Leo XIV says concerns about artificial intelligence going rogue are not “fake news” and should be taken seriously. He is insisting that safety issues raised by AI experts should be discussed and acted on.Leo dedicated his first encyclical to AI and protecting humanity in its wake. He was asked

Open enrollment begins Thursday, Oct. 15, and goes through Dec. 7, so here's what to know in New Mexico as the window is about to open. The post What to know in New Mexico: Open Medicare enrollment begins Oct. 15 appeared first on KOB 4 .

A new study finds that metal mixtures found in smoke, ash and debris after the 2023 Maui wildfires affected human lung health. Researchers from the University of Hawaii, Honolulu studied 1,400 adults and found higher internal metal levels associated with respiratory harm up to a year and a half after

The teenager killed in a Saturday night car crash on Coors Boulevard in Albuquerque has been identified by her family. The post Teen killed in car crash identified as Atrisco Heritage Academy student appeared first on KOB 4 .

North Korea has used its yearly U.N. platform to warn other world leaders of “a harsh reality rampant with unprecedented mutual distrust and confrontation.” But it said it would endure and in a multilateral world “surely attain all that we plan to, relying entirely on our own efforts.” It was

One of the youngest women sent to death row is set to be executed in Tennessee. Christa Pike was 18 when she killed classmate Colleen Slemmer in 1995. The case drew attention due to its brutality and the ages involved. Pike admits her guilt, but her attorneys argue her death

Animal Welfare Department Hosts Doghouse Drive Now accepting new or gently used, medium to large doghouses ALBUQUERQUE — Animal Welfare Department (AWD) is hosting the Doghouse Drive to provide relief to pets and owners as cooler weather approaches. AWD is now accepting new or gently used, medium to large dog

With New Mexico seeing 236% of the average rainfall for the month of September, the state forester lifted statewide fire restrictions Monday. The post Statewide fire restrictions lifted in New Mexico after nearly 6 months appeared first on KOB 4 .

A judge sentenced a New Mexico caregiver to 30 years in prison for the April 2023 death of a woman with developmental disabilities. The post Caregiver gets 30 years in prison for death of New Mexico woman with disabilities appeared first on KOB 4 .

The Trump administration is revoking the visas of 27 Latin American officials and their families, including Bolivia’s attorney general, over accusations of corruption. The officials and their families come from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru — all nations with right-leaning leaders friendly with President Donald Trump. Secretary of State Marco

The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to allow restrictions on gender-affirming care in prisons for now. The emergency appeal comes after lower courts blocked the policy, which was adopted after an executive order from President Donald Trump. U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth ordered the government to continue providing

President Donald Trump is announcing a new $15 billion steel plant in Iowa being built with backing from an Indian conglomerate. The White House says the project will create the largest steel plant in U.S. history. The White House said Trump will announce the project on Monday alongside steel industry

At one point, Carlos Gonzales didn't care if he lived or died but his decision to turn his life around and help others is now getting national honors. The post Heart of New Mexico: A 25-year road to recovery recognized appeared first on KOB 4 .

Kyle Larson has won two of the last three NASCAR Cup Series races, including a dominant victory at Kansas Speedway. He broke his own track record by leading 235 laps and passed Chase Briscoe for the lead with seven laps remaining. Larson now holds a 26-point lead over Denny Hamlin

The Senate is poised to pass a sweeping bipartisan bill that would regulate college sports. It's an attempt to end “chaos” in an industry that has been upended by skyrocketing athlete payments and near-unrestricted transfers between schools. Passage of the legislation Monday would be the strongest effort yet by Congress

LAS CRUCES – One person was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries following a crash involving three cars and a semi-truck on Interstate The post One Taken to Hospital After Three-Car and Semi-Truck Crash on I-10 Near Anthony appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

LAS CRUCES – A flood watch is in effect for Las Cruces and all of Doña Ana County through early Wednesday morning as forecasters warn The post Flood Watch in Effect for Las Cruces and Doña Ana County as Heavy Rain Approaches appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

KRWG Public Media is covering the New Mexico State Representative race for district 53. Early voting opens October 6th. Republican candidate Ben Luna spoke to Noah Raess.

The Grant County Commission has approved a new solid waste ordinance that updates how trash collection and disposal are handled […]

Man linked to 2023 homicide found dead at North Valley park Albuquerque Journal

A study found air pollution from the oil and gas industry across the Permian Basin in Eastern New Mexico and West Texas.

The state is expected to see another "multiday flooding event" Monday through Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.

Democrat Lisa Curtis, founder of a law firm specializing in malpractice cases, faces an incumbent Republican in November.

All Kids Bike, a nonprofit, has introduced a learn-to-ride curriculum in nearly 2,000 U.S. elementary schools.

The Trump administration has shifted the approach to civil rights enforcement in American schools. Previously, both Republican and Democratic …

A Highland Middle School student faces multiple charges after allegedly shooting teacher Kelly Matthews, prompting lockdowns and a heightened police presence in Hobbs.

An 18-year-old accused of driving 85 mph after apparently drinking alcohol was arrested following an I-40 rollover crash that killed an 11-year-old.

BY GEORGIA STRICKFADENLos Alamos For those in the community who have quit attending speaking events at Fuller Lodge due to not being able to hear, the hearing loop there is now functioning magnificently. The County Public Works Department is to be commended for hearing the cry from those of us

The beach in this small Southern California community has been shrinking due to rising ocean waters. San Clemente's North Beach is now split a…

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

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.

Photos by Mary Alice Murphy The annual Grant County Fair this year , 2026, was dedicated to NM District 39 Representative Luis Terrazas, County Manager Charlene Webb and Grant County Public Works Director Jason Lockett for their legislative funding and county work at the Cliff-Gila Fairgrounds. Saturday was the final

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – An 18-year-old driver was arrested Saturday following a two-vehicle rollover crash that killed an 11-year-old child Friday, Sept. 25, on Interstate 40 near Unser Boulevard. New Mexico State Police and Albuquerque Police officers responded around 9:54 p.m. to the crash in the eastbound lanes near milepost 154.

The Santa Fe weather and landscape are changing with the arrival of fall and we’re seeing some special bird visitors. Among them are warblers.…

Nearly 100 patients claim popular GLP-1 drugs caused permanent vision loss, but experts say proving a direct link may be difficult without the FDA on their side.

New Mexico improves from 50th to 48th in national child poverty rankings Albuquerque Journal

Suspected DWI driver accused of crashing into SUV on I-40, killing 11-year-old boy Albuquerque Journal

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A man sitting on a Interstate 10 bridge in Las Cruces impacted traffic temporarily on Sunday, Sept. 27 while emergency crews responded, a Las Cruces Police spokesman said. The incident happened at about 10:20 a.m. A man was sitting on the I-10 bridge near Union

By Lynn Janes The Silver City Town Council held a meeting September 8, 2026. Attendance to the meeting included Mayor Simon Wheaton-Smith, Nicholas Prince, Stan Snider, Victor Nanez and Angela Salaiz. The council approved the agenda with the exception of removing the executive session. Ceremonies Jackie Harnandez Davis had been

By Lynn Janes The Bayard Town Council held a regular meeting August 19, 2026. Attendance included Mayor John L. Ojinaga, Mayor Pro Tem Eloy Gonzales, Councilors Eloy Medina, Gilbert Ortiz and Charles Gray. Martha Salas, city clerk, also attended. The council started with a public hearing concerning the change of

The U.S. Geological Survey reported a 2.6 earthquake on Sunday morning about 9 miles east of Socorro.

Albuquerque – APD’s Fatal Crash Unit is investigating a deadly overnight crash that resulted in the death of a 15-year-old girl and critical injuries to three others. The two-vehicle crash occurred on Saturday just before midnight in the area of Coors Blvd. and Bridge Blvd., S.W. Four people – three

New Mexico State Police issued a Turquoise Alert for 18-year-old Charisma Phillips, who was last seen walking toward Farmington early Friday.

Teen killed in South Valley crash; three critically hurt Albuquerque Journal

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

The cost of diesel fuel in Colorado hit a record high this week

TIJERAS, N.M. — Local outdoor enthusiasts and mountain residents gathered at the Sandia Ranger Station Saturday morning to mark National Public Lands Day with “Celebrating the Sandias!” Hosted in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the Public Lands Interpretive Association (PLIA), the event ran from 9 a.m. to 1

A powerful nor’easter is pummeling the shoreline in the eastern U.S. for a second day.

A lack of money for a loan repayment program, a bird survey, millions in federal funds for UNM's Los Alamos campus and more.

During National Recovery Month, Katie Silva shares how nearly three years of sobriety transformed isolation into belonging, purpose, and service. As 100% Otero’s county coordinator, she organizes Day of Hope outreach and leads the Point-in-Time Count, connecting neighbors experiencing homelessness with resources while reminding others that recovery, healing, and meaningful

A speeding Mustang ran a red light and struck a pickup at an intersection on Coors, killing a teen passenger and critically injuring 3 others, police said.

‘This is not a cosmetic change,’ police department says

French survivors of clergy sexual abuse have met with Pope Leo XIV.

The Palestinian death toll from the Israel-Hamas war has surpassed 74,000, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry.

The Metropolitan Police said the men were initially detained under the Explosives Act after a report of three suspicious vehicles near the base.

A new report from Think New Mexico proposes nearly a dozen reforms for state legislators, lobbyists and advocacy groups as elements of "modernizing" the state Legislature.

Dive into the scientific answers to the microwave mystery of how your food comes out hot and why it can be dangerous to microwave metal. The post Learn Science with Dr. V: The microwave mystery appeared first on Ruidoso News .

In Carlsbad and Ruidoso, food banks are seeing rising demand amid SNAP cuts and other canceled federal food assistance programs rippling through the state.

Los Alamos National Laboratory scientists mapped the Arctic soundscape, creating a baseline of acoustic data in a rapidly changing environment. Credit to: Adobe Stock LANL NEWS RELEASE As Arctic sea ice retreats, new shipping routes, expanding resource development and growing geopolitical competition are transforming one of the world’s least-monitored regions.

‘It’s a mad panic’: New Mexicans scramble for green chile amid crop losses Albuquerque Journal

A look at fishing conditions across NM. The post Fall transition creates ideal fishing conditions appeared first on Alamogordo News .

Here, lightly sweetened shortcakes are baked until golden, then layered with strawberries macerated in sugar, vanilla, and lemon. As the berries rest, they release a luscious syrup that soaks into the warm biscuits—the heavenly combination that gives this dessert its name. The post Heavenly Strawberry Shortcake with Homemade Biscuits appeared

Call U-Haul Moving & Storage of Carlsbad at (575) 725-2094 or stop by during standard business hours 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday and Saturday; 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. The post U-Haul of Carlsbad Now Offers Propane Refills and Tank Services appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus

Learn the couple of basic tricks to successfully growing cherry tomato plants that I’ve learned over time. The post Keithley’s Korner: Without racing, I turned to tomatoes appeared first on Ruidoso News .

As I continue to grow in Christ, just like Moses, simply being in the presence of God is enough to sustain me for whatever life throws at me. The post Pastor’s Sermon: Getting to know God takes time appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Officer Neil Zeck arrested Wesley Kazhe on Sept. 21 after the vehicle chase and then a foot chase that ended after the officer shot the suspect with a stun gun. The post Mescalero man arrested following police chase appeared first on Ruidoso News .

A look at fishing conditions across NM. The post Fall transition creates ideal fishing conditions appeared first on Ruidoso News .

As Maine Republican Susan Collins seeks a sixth Senate term, some voters are bringing up her 2018 vote to confirm Brett Kavanaugh as a Supreme…

Tensions have been running high in Northern Ireland after a contentious parade was blocked from making its way through the town of Portadown b…

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged strikes, resulting in the deaths of at least eight people in Ukraine and one in Russia.

While undergraduate numbers dropped, concurrent and graduate students increased

City of Durango Monday, Sept. 28 Community Development Commission, 5 p.m., Smith Council Chambers, City Hall, 949 East Second Ave. Thursday, Oct. 1 Financial Advisory Board, 5:30 p.m., Smith Council Chambers, City Hall, 949 East Second Ave. La Plata County...

Some childcare providers have expressed dissatisfaction with the finalized rules, and argue state law needs more revision.

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

Medical experts are discussing whether one dose of the HPV vaccine may be enough to protect preteens instead of the current two. This potentia…

New Mexico should consider joining states seeking an Article V convention to propose congressional term limits, argues this opinion. Congressional dysfunction and decades-long incumbency have concentrated power, while limits could encourage turnover and accountability. Though concerns about lost experience and greater lobbyist influence remain, the process would require a proposed

Shay Louis Perez, accused of fatally shooting Nicholas Lucero during a fight at “The Chutes” near Carlsbad, is appealing his detention without bail. Perez argues the court failed to properly consider self-defense and provocation, while prosecutors cite his criminal history and contend no release conditions could protect the community. He

Celebrating town’s history helps to keep culture alive with population growth

Eck: QB Toa Fa'avae is 'our guy' moving forward Albuquerque Journal

LAS CRUCES – Crime Stoppers of Las Cruces and Doña Ana County is asking the public to help identify a suspect in an incident The post Intruder Illegally Breaks into West Amador Building Before Dawn; Crime Stoppers Seeks Information appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

The Legislature's status as the last unsalaried one in the nation, Think New Mexico asserts, has been the main justification for lax ethics laws.

A record 2,000 participants biked, ran, walked and climbed stairs to support cancer research, patient care and survivors at the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center.

A teacher at Highland Middle School in Hobbs was shot multiple times, leaving the community stunned and reflecting on his lessons of respect.

LAS CRUCES – Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story released additional details and video at an April 29 news conference about an officer-involved shooting that The post Las Cruces Police Release Details of April Officer-Involved Shooting appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

The Lobos beat the Aggies Saturday 42-18. NMSU has collected 35 wins in the series. They last beat the Lobos in Las Cruces in 2022 under first-year coach Jerry Kill.

County commissioners name committee members as protests continue during regular meeting.

New Mexico rides big third quarter to rivalry win over New Mexico State Albuquerque Journal

Republicans have set their sights on the seat after it became one of 13 Democrat-held districts Trump won in 2024. Polling shows it's a close race.

Republicans have held New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District seat for the majority of its 57 years.

Democrat Gabe Vasquez and Republican Greg Cunningham respond to questions on Trump's immigration enforcement efforts, affordability concerns and more.

Edgar Chacon-Miranda, the face of the ICE crackdown in Santa Fe, had U visa protections. He says agents fabricated reports in an effort to deport him.

Carlsbad defeated Clovis 48-8 in the rescheduled homecoming game, earning its fourth win of the season and first District 6-2A victory. The Cavemen built a 21-8 first-quarter lead behind touchdowns from Ian Wilson, Marley Munoz and Brock Wright, then added scores from Wilson, Jaxson Duarte and Wright to pull away.

LVWLA NEWS RELEASE Please join the League of Women Voters of Los Alamos as we host the 2026 nonpartisan Candidate Forum on Thursday, October 1, at 7:00 p.m. in the UNM-LA Student Center (Lobo Center) in Building 2. Come at 6:30 p.m. for refreshments and the opportunity to chat with

District attorney weighing charges against second driver in viral Albuquerque road rage incident Albuquerque Journal

Look for more election coverage in coming weeks as we roll out stories previewing statewide and local races and ballot measures.

In Northern New Mexico and Oregon, snowpack runoff becomes a telltale concern for the year ahead. Both states have struggled in recent years. …

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Las Cruces Public Schools is recognizing its community school coordinators. The district said these employees turn schools into "hubs of support, connection and opportunity for students and families." These employees were recognized during a special Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week, which was observed Sept. 13-19.

LAS CRUCES – The Las Cruces Police Department has introduced an online portal showing how it uses Flock Safety license plate reader cameras, along with The post Las Cruces Police Launch Transparency Portal for Flock Cameras appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

Los Alamos 2026 Living Treasure John Ruminer. Photo by Kim O’Donnell Editor’s note: John Rumineris one of three 2026 Los Alamos Living Treasures, along with Linda Daly and Kyle Wheeler BY CRAIG MARTINLos Alamos Living Treasures “Los Alamos was a closed town when I was a child. I knew we

Los Alamos 2026 Living Treasure Linda Daly. Photo by Kim O’Donnell Editor’s note: Linda Daly is one of three 2026 Los Alamos Living Treasures, along with John Ruminer and Kyle Wheeler BY CRAIG MARTINLos Alamos Living TreasuresLinda Daly’s commitment to Los Alamos provides the cornerstone for everything she does. In

Despite controversy in the lead-up, anglers said they relished the chance to fish in the normally off-limits reservoir.

Students in seventh- and eighth-grade ENLACE classes at Zia Middle School in Las Cruces explored various Hispanic traditions through art projects and participation in the Diez y Seis de Septiembre Parade to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

Kyle Wheeler/Photo by Jim O’Donnell Editor’s note: Kyle Wheeler is one of three 2026 Los Alamos Living Treasures, along with John Ruminer and Linda Daly BY CRAIG MARTINLos Alamos Living Treasures Kyle Wheeler has been volunteering in Los Alamos almost since the day she arrived in town in 1953. “When

Hurricane Polo remnants could bring rain to New Mexico Albuquerque Journal

The outage, mostly affected the area around St. Francis Drive generally south of Siringo and south to take in part of Rodeo Road.

The Senate, in addition to its roll call votes this week, also passed these measures: the Critical Infrastructure Manufacturing Feasibility Ac…

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By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent On Thursday, the Grant County Commission approved a revised solid waste ordinance after a public hearing, and i...

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Councilor Bruhn said Mayor Gillespie failed to carry out actions, inappropriately appointed people to leadership positions, and violated meeting codes.

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 father, who sadly died when George was 10 years old.

Pope Leo XIV draws hundreds of thousands of people to Paris’ Champs-Élysées for a massive outdoor Mass.

A powerful storm is creeping along the U.S. Northeast coast, causing high winds and knocking out electricity for thousands.

Some childcare providers have expressed dissatisfaction with the finalized rules, and argue state law needs more revision.

Plenty planned for Oct. 2-5, including hands-on events, lectures

Draft allocates $126 million in expenditures as revenue expected to remain flat

Tens of thousands of people have marched in Madrid to protest against Spain’s housing crisis and ask for protective measures for tenants, anti…

Police apprehend 13-year-old after Hobbs middle school shooting Albuquerque Journal

U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump spoke to reporters Saturday outside the White H…

CNN says it has been left off Air Force One for President Donald Trump’s Saturday trip to a college football game. It is the latest media rest…

Manuel Marquez, 37, was sentenced to six years for voluntary manslaughter after pleading guilty to beating Emeri Montoya to death at Otero County Prison Facility. Prosecutors reduced the charge from second-degree murder and dropped conspiracy and evidence-tampering counts. Co-defendant Benito Fernandez-Duran was later convicted of manslaughter and also received a

A Mescalero man faces felony aggravated fleeing and DWI charges after allegedly speeding, striking a curb and nearly hitting two people during a police pursuit in Alamogordo. Wesley Kazhe reportedly fled on foot after stopping at a motel, but officers detained him after using a stun gun. Blood test results

High Rolls Volunteer Fire Department members train regularly to protect their community, practicing equipment use, rescue knots, protective gear, hose deployment and wildland firefighting skills. The department responds to medical calls, traffic accidents and trail rescues, but faces a nationwide shortage of volunteers. Residents can help through the auxiliary, station

A Las Cruces woman was sentenced to eight years in federal prison after pleading guilty to trafficking fentanyl while armed with a stolen handgun.

ESTANCIA, N.M. — Devon Chavez rushed for three second-half touchdowns and Estancia weathered passing rainstorms to pull away for a 34-12 victory over Santa Rosa on Friday night. Santa Rosa struck first in the wet conditions when Preston Muniz broke free for a 15-yard touchdown run early in the opening

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

Preview of the NMBNK season ending tournament. The post Conchas Lake brings Chavez back for another title run appeared first on Alamogordo News .

In between stalls selling orange chicken and tacos, a glowing white sign invites shoppers to learn about a piece of cloth that bears the image of a man that some believe to be Jesus Christ. The post Can you find Jesus at White Sands Mall in Alamogordo? appeared first on

Veronica Sue Barron, 39, was arrested Aug. 8 at the Artesia Aquatic Center after lifeguards reported she was intoxicated and became violent when asked to leave the pool. The post Pecos Woman Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Assault at Artesia Pool appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

These women gathered Friday at 11th Street Station, as well as others across the nation, to celebrate the unofficial Dolly Parton Day. “On 9/25, let’s celebrate Dolly the way she lived,” said Portland City Council President, Jamie Dunphy. “Play music....

Rescuers have recovered six bodies from the rubble of a collapsed building in Athens' Plaka district, near the Acropolis.

Prosecutors are seeking to have an Española man held without bail pending trial on a charge of unlawful taking of vehicle. He’s accused of crashing head-on into a tribal police officer’s cruiser and leading police on a foot chase in which they shot him twice with a stun gun. Rio

The 2027 National Merit Semifinalists from Los Alamos High School include (back, left to right) Gavin Bent, Tate Plohr, Adis Bock, Hudson Bathrick-Price and Aditya Viswanathan; front (left to right) Liv Niklasson, Aislinn Marshall, Lydia Davis and Nguyen Phan. Photo Courtesy LAPS LAPS NEWS RELEASE Los Alamos Public Schools is

A Rio Arriba grand jury indicted a Zuni woman on six charges after a stop to check on a couple turned into a warrant arrest and then into an alleged fight. The grand jury indicted Kristi Waatsa, 27, on four counts of battery on an officer and one count each

Los Alamos JJAB Executive Director Dianna Reichelt and Youth Peer Support Specialist Hanna Levings provide the NMJJAC members with information regarding local JJAB programs and services. Courtesy photo Los Alamos JJAB Resource Specialists Karla Corriz and Ali Hansell greet participants as they arrive for the day. Courtesy photo Los Alamos

A police detective says Tasia Fortune was apparently killed in a drug dispute before her body was hung in a tree in a “staged” lynching behind…

Democrats see hope for political gains in the Deep South this year despite disappointments in previous elections. Democrats say voters are mot…

Early voting for New Mexico’s Nov. 3 General Election begins Oct. 6 in Eddy County. Residents can vote at the Carlsbad Clerk’s Office or Artesia Sub Office, with expanded hours Oct. 17–31. Absentee ballots may be requested through Oct. 20. The guide also lists Election Day polling locations and local,

Eddy County commissioners approved $5 million toward a $9.1 million replacement terminal at Carlsbad’s Cavern City Air Terminal. The new facility is expected to open in September 2027, enabling Contour Airlines’ larger jets to resume flights to Dallas-Fort Worth. Officials say the project could support additional destinations, attract business and

Albuquerque – Homicide detectives with the Albuquerque Police Department are investigating a deadly shooting at the Duranes Community Center park. Around 7 PM, APD officers responded to reports of a shooting around at the park, located at 2920 Leopoldo Rd. NW, which is west of Rio Grande Blvd. in the

Three new plant beds and stage fixture will serve as event area

Albuquerque – A multi-vehicle crash involving multiple victims was reported on Interstate 40 between Coors and Unser Blvd. Officers with the Albuquerque Police Department responded shortly after 9:30 PM and found at least two vehicles with multiple patients at the scene. One of the vehicles was located in the center

LAS CRUCES – One person was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries after a crash involving a semi-truck and three cars on Interstate The post One Taken to Hospital After Semi Rollover Crash on Interstate 10 appeared first on Las Cruces Today .

Three things to watch for as UNM takes on NM State in the Rio Grande Rivalry Albuquerque Journal

Judge to rule on Busfield indictment motion by Oct. 16 Albuquerque Journal

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

23 years in, UNM’s Red Rally still fans the flames of the Rio Grande Rivalry Albuquerque Journal

New Mexico State Parks will waive day-use and parking fees at all 35 state parks today and Sunday in recognition of National Public Lands Day …

September is Copper Theft Awareness Month, and PNM is alerting residential and business customers about how to identify copper theft, what the…

More rain expected to return next week

The brothers Neil Roe and Adam Roe said there is a little bit of irony in the family and Peppers Grill and Bar being honored on Tuesday at the Historical Society for S…

Alamogordo’s football team faces its toughest challenge of the season when it hosts Artesia at 7 p.m. tonight at Tiger Stadium. The post Artesia Bulldogs defeat Alamogordo appeared first on Alamogordo News .

Republican Gregg Hull's campaign criticized Haaland, saying she "is afraid to face the cameras and defend her record."

The normally routine process of filling the District 4 vacancy has become more drawn-out and controversial than usual.

The verdict could, "in theory," result in an award of about $219 billion in civil penalties, Attorney General Raul Torrez said in a news confe…

Some of the state's most populous counties have received tens of thousands of backlogged applications.

Santa Fe Public Schools' chief financial officer admitted it was the district's fault and said employees would see backpay.

Utah Valley said the review was done independently by outside consultants.

ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Severe storms and heavy rains that hit the border area this week caused several damage across the region, including at the Anthony Community Cemetery and the Anthony Catholic Cemetery. Both cemeteries operate separately under different management: The Community Cemetery operates under a board of directors

Abigail Salas speaks with NMSU Economics Professor Dr. Chris Erickson about the state of Oracle's $18 billion loan.

Scene over Los Alamos Friday evening as clouds dip below skyline and blue skies shine through. Photo by Sobia Sayeda

BY JAMES WERNICKERotary Club of Los Alamos Join the Rotary Club of Los Alamos for an afternoon of beer, brats, music, and community building on Sunday, October 4 from 2-5 PM at Bathtub Row Brewing Co-Op. https://rotarylosalamos.org/oktoberfest . Rotary will provide bratwurst plates for a suggested donation of $20. If

BY JOYCE RICHINS, RN, BS, CICLos Alamos County Health Council Member As a Infection Preventionist, I would like to help prepare you for the 2026-2027 Respiratory Virus Season. Influenza, RSV and COVID are just around the corner. Respiratory virus season is typically October to April. This all depends on several

LOS ALAMOS MAKERS NEWS RELEASE What happens when a fiber line is cut and Los Alamos suddenly loses its connection to the internet? Los Alamos residents already know that isn’t a hypothetical question. Los Alamos Makers invites the community to find out how people can stay connected with a Meshtastic

New Mexico agents seize 6,300 cannabis plants in Torrance County raid Albuquerque Journal

A recent study found the number of orphaned wells is growing faster than the state can remediate them as costs skyrocket.

As the Rio Grande Rivalry looms in Las Cruces, the Lobos should be closing in on a conclusive QB1.

Lorie Johnson alleges she was passed over for job opportunities at Santa Fe High because of her age and because she is white.

The Sunday event will feature drums, intertribal dances and a healing and wellness village, among other activities.

“Across the country, we’re seeing undeniable evidence that the newest generation of AI systems can behave unpredictably," Torrez said.

Staff Reports SANTA FE — A New Mexico jury found Facebook liable for deceiving users about privacy protections on the platform Sept. 25. The jury found over 43 million violations of state consumer protection law and it is now up to a judge to determine how much the company would

Deerek Ruiz had a night.

The New Mexico School for the Deaf hosted a ribbon cutting alongside Expert Hearing Care for a new facility to test hearing in Las Cruces.

Teacher shot at Hobbs middle school; one person in custody Albuquerque Journal

The Democratic candidate for an Albuquerque state House seat has dropped the lawsuit alleging her Republican opponent does not live in the district she hopes to represent.

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Some weeks ago, ABC-7's Andrew J. Polk spoke with the new national chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, Pete Vasquez in a very unique location: between the two border walls under construction near the Santa Teresa port of entry. In the one-on-one interview only with

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

Representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency held their third public meeting in Taos County this year to provide updates and answer questions from community members regarding the Questa Chevron Mine Superfund Site. Prior to a meeting...

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

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

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

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

Artesia’s 11th annual Red Dirt Black Gold Festival opened Friday downtown with a break in the weather, live music from Fuzion Nortena, food, and beverages for adults 21 and over. Crowds gathered early to enjoy the festivities, which continue Saturday with country music night.

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

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

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

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

New Mexico jury finds Meta violated consumer law Albuquerque Journal

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

Alamogordo’s football team faces its toughest challenge of the season when it hosts Artesia at 7 p.m. tonight at Tiger Stadium.

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

UNM graduate faces Senate questions on vaccine safety Albuquerque Journal

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

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

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

Haaland ends debate talks with Hull before election Albuquerque Journal

Deb Haaland posted several updates on September 25, 2026 regarding campaign activities with @SGR4NM in New Mexico as well as warnings about severe weather.

New Mexico United hosts Sacramento Republic on Meow Wolf Night with special kit releases planned. Key players Cristian Nava and Greg Hurst are expected contributors as Cal Jennings returns for Sacramento.

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

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

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. […]

The New Mexico State Library will host several workshops at this year's state library association conference in Las Cruces from October 21-23. Sessions will cover topics including digital inclusion efforts, AI safety practices in libraries, legal information resources, summer reading program planning, data-driven advocacy strategies, subject classification methods, and more.

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety has requested a $273 million budget for fiscal year 2028. The proposal aims to fund personnel needs as well as critical technology upgrades supporting law enforcement operations statewide.

Democrat and former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, left, will face Republican and former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull, right, in the Nov. 3 general election contest to be New Mexico’s next governor. New Mexicans will elect a new governor on Nov. 3 for the first time in eight years.

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

Strategic plan calls for nearly 1.2 million square feet of commercial and industrial space over 21 years

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

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

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

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

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

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

BY MAIRE O’NEILLmaire@losalamosreporter.com Two charges were filed Sept. 15 in Los Alamos Municipal Court against Ernest Dominic Abeyta, 39, of Manassa, Colorado, the driver of the vehicle involved in the March 15 incident that resulted in the death of pedestrian Brian Easton. The new charges are Careless Driving (Accident) and

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Front page of the Sept. 24, 1919 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. That the sports which are to form a part of the program at the county fair next month are to be an exceptional character is evidenced by the personnel of the committee named by the board of

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

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

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

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

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

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

Items for Northern Briefs may be submitted by sending them to jgarcia@riograndesun.com Submissions must be received no later than noon Monday for publication that week. Española Public Library The Española Public Library will host a Dungeons and Dragons Experience from 3-7 p.m. Friday (9/25). Whether you’re brand new or curious

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Highland rolls past Los Alamos as Eldorado stuns Las Cruces Albuquerque Journal

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

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

DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Doña Ana County Sheriff's Office have arrested a man after allegedly causing a bus crash on I-10 east near Mesquite, New Mexico. According to the Sheriff's Office, 24-year-old Aroni Diaz caused a disturbance with the bus driver while traveling east on the

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

Practice report: Notes, quotes as Lobos prepare for rival New Mexico State Albuquerque Journal

Former lawmaker charged in tribal housing funds case Albuquerque Journal

When Bella Yazzie walked across the stage to graduate from Farmington High School this spring, she already had two associates degrees from San Juan College and a full-…

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

Voters will be presented with four state constitutional amendments and three general obligation bonds, as well as state and federal office runoff races, on the 2026 Ge…

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

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

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

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

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

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

Santa Fe Olive Oil & Balsamic Co. to expand into Albuquerque Albuquerque Journal

Former Lobo coach Steve Alford to retire after season Albuquerque Journal

Republican state Sen. David Gallegos of Eunice used New Mexico’s first lieutenant governor debate Thursday to draw sharp contrasts with Democrat State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard on crime, government dependency, abortion, education, data centers, and the direction of state government. The hourlong debate, hosted at the Albuquerque Journal and

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

[caption id="attachment_108576" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)Eloy Vasquez, left, fire marshal for the Silver City Fi...

[caption id="attachment_108577" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)Sandbags sit outside the Grant County Administration Bu...

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

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

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

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

UNM is first known public target of rogue OpenAI hacking attempt Albuquerque Journal

Oracle invokes ‘force majeure’ on Project Jupiter, but says data center still on track Albuquerque Journal

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

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

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

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

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

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 […]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Twelve businesses red-tagged in city’s latest inspection report Albuquerque Journal

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

East Mountain families hunting for a weekend plan that amounts to more than a hill of beans can head to Moriarty, where the annual Pinto Bean Fiesta opens Friday evening with a balloon glow and rolls into a parade, marketplace and street dance Saturday. The City of Moriarty opens the

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

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

Democrat gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland used a national NewsNation interview Wednesday to pitch herself as an experienced manager, promise a day-one pause on new large-scale data centers, and blame President Donald Trump for a host of New Mexicans’ economic problems. But several of the interview’s most notable moments came from

New Mexico public school students made significant gains in reading and literacy over the last year, while math showed modest gains and science remained largely stagnant since 2022, according to recently released data presented to state lawmakers on Wednesday. The New Mexico Public Education Department’s 2025-2026 school accreditation data evaluates

The Haaland campaign ended debate discussions with the Hull campaign late Thursday after both sides failed to reach an agreeable date. There will be no debate between the two governor candidates before the Nov. 3 election.Here are the emails each sent regarding their final clash over debating: Haaland’s campaign: “Deb

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

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

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

Artesia girls volleyball defeats Carlsbad in straight sets.

3 Keys to a win over Alamogordo.

Court victory led to Colorado Library Association award on intellectual freedom

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

UNM Lobos embrace lofty expectations for 2026-27 Albuquerque Journal

New Mexico legislative task force recommends K-2 screen time ban Albuquerque Journal

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rescue dog attended bill signings and news conferences

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Free events aim to break down regional barriers for rural entrepreneurs

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