Announcement wins praise from Republican lawmakers in Western states while drawing criticism from environmental groups

Jurors impose $375 million civil penalty against parent company of Facebook and Instagram

Suspect told police she did it in self-defense, but police called her timeline inconsistent

The Aztec City Commission on March 24 welcomed its new city manager and received an upbeat economic development report that officials said reflects long‑awaited progress for the community. Mayor Mike Padilla introduced Jay Ruybalid as the city’s next manager before turning the floor over to Four Corners Economic Development CEO

Law enforcement officer had been on leave since December

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office has launched a crackdown on motorists who fail to comply with the state's move over law, which requires drivers to move over for first responders, tow truck drivers, or anyone pulled over on the side of the road.The crackdown comes following the death

ACLU-backed lawsuit alleges state prison policies blocking mailed books and magazines are unconstitutional

National Weather Service: High wind gusts, returning aridity could squelch chance of precipitation on Wednesday

Police use forensic evidence to match bloody footprint, fingernail clipping to suspect

BLOOMFIELD – No matter their place in the standings, a sporting event featuring Bloomfield and Aztec High School comes with a little bit of drama. That was especially the case Tuesday on a chilly afternoon at John Gutierrez Field at Bloomfield High, where the Bobcats overcame a pair of multi-run

Former head of state FBI branch appointed to newly created role of public safety executive director

Doña Ana County vote on incentives will be reviewed by court

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent As 15 crews from across the county work around the clock containing the Mondrano wildfire in Mimbres, Grant County is inviting the public to share fire mitigation concerns in their own neighborhoods as part of the process to update its Community Wildfire Protection Plan.

In a work session prior to Monday’s regular meeting of the Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education, board members heard a presentation from Dekker, the architectural firm designing the new Cliff school, that included some preliminary designs for the new building. Ivan Lopez, project architect with Dekker, said that after

Jury found former driver not guilty of voluntary manslaughter

New Mexico's broadband office hails 'generational investment' in rural communities

Event fell one week after El Gallo Show in Hobbs

The Farmington Civic Center will celebrate 50 years as a regional arts and entertainment venue in the Four Corners region with two public anniversary events scheduled for April. The celebration will begin with a musical showcase early in the month, followed by a themed event reflecting the decade in which

No structures are currently threatened and state resources are assisting

About 1,000 bees were reported outside fast-food restaurant, according to the Moriarty Fire Department

Farmington police are investigating a report of shots fired at about 2 a.m. Wednesday at the Wells Fargo building at the corner of South Commercial Avenue and Broadway. Police found 9mm shell casings at the scene and interviewed witnesses, according to spokeswoman Shanice Gonzales. “We have no suspect information at

NM House speaker says he needs to 'get offline' and 'touch grass'

Republican gubernatorial candidate says he'd push back against President Trump when necessary

Police: Suspect came back to scene of homicide multiple times 'to look' at investigation

Donations will be given to those in need at Gateway shelters

Prosecutors: Killing occurred during sale of "small amount of marjijuana"

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – New Mexico United’s 2026 season is already showing signs of the resilience and determination that defined last year’s deep playoff run.…

The Bayard City Council postponed for a second time a vote to start the process to adopt amendments to the city’s emergency abatement ordinance during its regular meeting March 18, instead planning a second workshop. City Attorney M. Yvonne Gonzalez requested the council have the additional workshop on the proposed

Police say confrontation about sexual encounter led to the death of a man found in an SUV on Tuesday

The Bernalillo County Assessor developed a first-of-its-kind policy that will now be reclassifying short-term rentals.

Three members call for rebranding César Chávez Elementary

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez on Tuesday announced a lawsuit against Circle K and other major retailers that sell vapes and e-cigarettes for allegedly violating the state’s Unfair Practices Act and contributing to outsized rates of nicotine addiction in children. The lawsuit, filed in the state’s First Judicial District,

No other elephants escaped, no one was injured, according to the zoo

Cuba is preparing to receive a sanctioned Russian oil tanker as the island struggles under a U.S. oil blockade. Cuban authorities say the tank…

Jury convicted Dorian McCuller of second-degree murder in the killing of 44-year-old Richard Cabell outside a Northeast Albuquerque apartment complex

Rural Doña Ana County plant part of community solar program

State GOP official says party recruited write-in candidates for several statewide races

A Vancouver-based uranium company is seeking federal approval to conduct exploratory uranium drilling within the Carson National Forest in Northern New Mexico, according to U.S. Forest Service officials. Gamma Resources Ltd. issued a notice of...

Police say suspect opened fire during late-night incident in Northeast Albuquerque

Founding superintendent retired Friday

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. – Postal costs could soon increase under a proposed temporary fuel surcharge from the U.S. Postal Service, a move that could affect rural…

The New Mexico State Land Office has denied a request by a Texas energy company to build a segment of a 17-mile pipeline to fuel the Project Jupiter data center in Southern New Mexico. The $60-million project, dubbed the “Green Chile Project,” would pipe 400,000 dekatherms of gas from El

Tao Search and rescue: Sheriff isn't following new law An amended statute requiring local agencies like the Taos County Sheriff’s Office to promptly notify the New Mexico Search and Rescue agency during SAR emergencies took effect Jan. 1. Yet,...

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety Forensic Laboratory's Latent Prints Unit offers impartial fingerprint analysis statewide. Staff highlight their detailed processes and commitment while clarifying common misconceptions about forensic science.

Suspect is alleged to have been coordinating activity from Mexico City

Attorney general alleges convenience stores and distributors helped funnel flavored e-cigarettes to underage users across the state

By LISA JIMENEZ Daily Press Correspondent A large section of Swan Street will get a makeover this year from 32nd Street to Cain Drive, while construction on several south-side streets in the east Chihuahua Hill neighborhood has already begun. Streets in the original townsite area will receive the annual chip

Leaders in two dozen states, including New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, on Thursday sued the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for rescinding its longstanding position that greenhouse gases are harmful for public health. Although the...

Three-way GOP gubernatorial contest among races to be decided June 2

Amid partial government shutdown, air travel in Albuquerque is business as usual

A Santa Fe County jury has ordered Meta to pay $375 million after finding the social media company misled consumers and failed to protect children on its platforms. The verdict, delivered Tuesday (March 24), marks the first time a state has won a...

Initial operations have begun, marking ‘a proud moment’ for the company, official says

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Silver Consolidated Schools will potentially receive about six more months of funding from its mental health grant from the U.S. Department of Education, along with more strict requirements and reporting, the Board of Education heard during its regular meeting Monday night. Cindy Barris, associate

Every year on April 1, the world collectively sets aside its seriousness in favor of a bit of chaos. While we’ve all experienced the sudden panic of a “salt-in-the-sugar-shaker” moment or a well-timed office prank, the roots of April Fool’s Day are as elusive as the pranks themselves. From ancient

Fourth Street project to begin in June or July, according to the county

New Mexico health officials on Monday reported the state’s first case of rabies, the latest in a string of zoonotic diseases hitting the state for the first time this year. The rabies case, the New Mexico Department of Health said, involved a...

Varela is a ‘through and through’ New Mexican from Pecos

Complaint says weapon — a pistol designed to look like a credit card — was left unsecured

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Aldo Leopold Charter School announced Friday afternoon it had reached an agreement with the Silver Consolidated School District to purchase Jose Barrios Elementary School, and plans to conduct its classes there starting this fall. The announcement comes after months of talks between Aldo and

The James Beard Foundation on Tuesday announced that U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) has been named a 2026 James Beard Foundation Impact Award honoree in recognition for his work protecting the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and supporting other aspects of food production in the U.S. The James Beard

Project will renovate defunct public housing and build new units for 88 low-income families

ALBUQUERQUE – On Tuesday, Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced that the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) has filed a lawsuit against major convenience store …

Democratic candidate vows to protect Medicaid, expand rural care and lower drug costs in New Mexico

Career and technical education program links apprenticeships and associate degrees

Bluewater Lake is Low, but Fishing and Boating are Great BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – The final week of March brought some of the most encouraging fishing news…

A Republican state representative is urging New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to enter the state into a new federal tax credit program, one that rewards people who donate to organizations that provide scholarships to students in public, private or charter schools. Rep. Rebecca Dow (R-Elephant Butte) on Monday sent

Eastern New Mexico University's softball team lost both games of a doubleheader against Lubbock Christian on March 22. The defeats ended their five-game winning streak and affected their standing within the Lone Star Conference.

Your grass and plants still may be looking a little parched but keep in mind water restrictions start Wednesday in the Albuquerque metro.

Twice a month, primary care providers from around New Mexico sign in to a video tutorial on opioid and pain management hosted by a five-member…

Boy died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound

Crowds call out immigration enforcement and Iran war; champion democracy

Probe encompasses county management and sheriff's office

Former FBI official Raul Bujanda tapped to oversee APD, Fire Rescue and Community Safety

FARMINGTON – The body of work in the classroom and on the basketball court speaks volumes for Navajo Prep senior Dylan Lansing. It’s the legacy Lansing leaves behind that may well define his future and that of the program entrusted to those in carrying that vision forward. For all his

GRANTS, N.M. – The City of Grants, New Mexico, has been selected as one of 25 communities nationwide to receive support through T-Mobile’s Hometown Grants…

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff One man has been arrested in connection with a shooting in Silver City early Sunday morning that injured a Cobre High School student. According to a press release from Silver City Police Chief Freddie Portillo, officers were dispatched just after midnight Sunday near Market

A recent $1B pledge from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could help the agency chip away at a construction backlog

Monday’s launch was the first time in low-Earth orbit for the invention, which aims link spacecraft to Wi-Fi-style networks.

LOVINGTON — A $2.2 million roadway resurfacing project on U.S. 82 from milepost 160 to milepost 170 — west of Lovington — began March 30.

The New Mexico finalists will compete against eight others in their categories to win the top award in June

District paints over name before spring break, renaming process to include student engagement and education

Lawsuit alleges officers weren’t warned to protect themselves from toxic substances

The rain expected today is a welcome sight, particularly after the dry and warm winter, but major concerns persist about the lack of water in the Rio Grande as the spring runoff falls way short.The Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District says this is one of the worst snowpack seasons they

Three New Mexico Pueblos, Santa Ana, Zuni and Cochiti, recently received federal funding for tribal conservation programs and wildfire management that will be used to support efforts surrounding endangered birds, bald eagles and Bighorn sheep. The awards, close to $200,000 each for Santa Ana and Cochiti, and approximately $180,000 for

New Mexico acequia leaders ration water from record-low snowpack, hoping for relief from summer monsoons

National Weather Service: Record highs recorded throughout the state as heat dome hangs over New Mexico

NEW YORK — U.S. average gasoline prices rose above $4 a gallon on Monday for the first time in more than three years, capping the sharpest monthly rise in decades, dat…

Crews are in mop-up mode as the 282-acre Sago Fire is now 53% contained on the Mescalero Apache Reservation in New Mexico.

The New Mexico Public Education Department has asked the court overseeing the Yazzie/Martinez education equity lawsuit to overrule plaintiffs’ objections and approve its final remedial plan. In the latest update in the decade-long case, the state argued that its remedial action plan, filed with the First Judicial District Court in

In this Kenny's Got the Score, we're talking about the new UNM women's basketball coach, Amy Eagan.

The lab could add 705,000 square feet of new facilities by 2038

This week's Athlete of the Week is Tori Felipe of the Grants High School Lady Pirate track and field team. Felipe placed 1st in three events, the shot put,…

The $1.43 million gates will be finished in September

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Cobre Board of Education named six superintendent finalists during their regular meeting March 16 at Cobre High School. The board named Thomas Graves, Robert Sims Jr., Carla Spaniel, Jeff Gebhart, Verenice Gutierrez and Adam Amador as finalists. Board President Hector Carrillo said that

A Farmington man accused of a double homicide on Oct. 21, 2024, has sent letters to the 11th Judicial District Court demanding discovery and asking that his case be dismissed. Andrew Whittenberg, 36, was charged with two counts of first-degree murder, a second-degree felony count of aggravated burglary, a third-degree

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — March 27, 2026 — Tailwind Concessions and Laguna Development Corporation are pleased to announce the grand opening of the Laguna Burger…

No arrests made in shooting that occurred north of Old Town

The Bell 412 HP was deployed to secure high-profile events like presidential inaugurations and Super Bowls

He delivered four successful rides to edge top contenders

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s Early Childhood Education and Care Advisory Council released its 2025 annual report earlier this week, detailing its m…

Welcome to the first day of April where major news is being made in La Politica. Once again we have the scoop. . .--Republican Guv hopeful Duke Rodriguez proclaims that if elected he will advocate for a constitutional amendment that would allow anyone living within 1000 miles of the state's

Some GOP county leaders say issue not resolved despite state party's call for unity

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff It’s that time of year again — just earlier, Silver City Fire Chief Milo Lambert told the Town Council at their meeting Tuesday night, where he detailed the fire restrictions now in place for the town. “There is a present state of fire danger

If the incident happened while the zoo was open, 'it would have caused a lot of panic,' visitor says

More than 130 firms sounded off on the market in Dallas Fed survey

Tensions escalated after another passenger vomited in the car

A judge will hold a May bench trial to weigh the state's public nuisance claims

Program in renovated hotel will house 41 residents and teach life and job skills

The proposed $60 million pipeline would bring natural gas to two plants with gas-fired turbines that would power the massive Project Jupiter.

Sen. Ben Ray Luján, the top Democrat on the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition, is one of the foundation's 2026 honorees.

Widespread rain, mountain snow above 9,000 feet and wind gusts over 40 mph will make Wednesday the most active weather day of the week.

Residents of a neighborhood in the foothills north of Santa Fe off Tano Road are fighting a company's plan for a short-term rental that has fa…

New Mexico's attorney general sued major convenience stores, alleging they helped drive youth nicotine addiction.

Travelers flying into Albuquerque said airport lines have improved, but some still arrived two hours early to avoid delays.

Leaders say the loss feels painful, but it also reinforces Buddhism’s teaching on impermanence.

MSN picked Urban Hotdog Company and its green chile cheese fries as New Mexico’s choice in a national list of the best loaded fries in the U.S.

Albuquerque city leaders are asking for public input as they move to remove Cesar Chavez’s name from public places.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Albuquerque Animal Welfare is featuring two dogs for Love 4 Pets Tuesday: Brockton at the Eastside Shelter and Penelope at the Westside Shelter.Albuquerque Animal Welfare said Brockton is a black Labrador retriever mix who likes playtime, walks and other adventures.The agency said people can meet Brockton at

The high court majority sided Tuesday with a Christian counselor who argues the law banning talk therapy violates the First Amendment.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Minor league baseball returns to Albuquerque as the Isotopes play their home opener against Reno tonight at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park.There will be 75 home games this season, including 15 fireworks shows, six games where the team transforms into the Mariachis de Nuevo Mexico,

BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. —The Bernalillo County Clerk launched the 2026 "I Voted" Sticker Contest, inviting students from Albuquerque Public Schools to showcase their creativity while promoting civic engagement.The contest gives students six weeks to design original artwork inspired by this year's theme, "Voting Is Your Superpower."AdvertisementOpen to elementary, middle, and

The U.S. Supreme Court has set the stage to end prohibitions against talk therapists attempting to change the sexual orientation of juveniles.

SANTA FE, N.M. —La Fonda Hotel in Santa Fe is celebrating its 100th anniversary, highlighting its historical significance and ongoing influence on tourism in the region."Here's the original La Fonda, opened December 30th, 1922," said Edward Pulsifer, the hotel's historian.Advertisement"This is the corner of Old Santa Fe Trail and San

Turnout for the "No Kings Rally" held Saturday in downtown Roswell was pretty good for a community that leans Republican in its number of registered voters.

A political advertisement released by the political action committee Accountable New Mexico is escalating tensions in New Mexico’s governor’s race, as the campaigns of Democrat candidates Deb Haaland and Sam Bregman exchange sharp statements over allegations tied to Jeffrey Epstein–related records. The advertisement, which has begun circulating online and through

Albuquerque - Homicide detectives from the Albuquerque Police Department are investigating a stabbing death that occurred overnight at the Manzano Mesa apartments, located at 700 Eubank Blvd. SE. Officers responded to the apartment complex at 3 AM after reports that someone had been stabbed. When officers arrived, they located a

A Russian oil tanker has reached Cuba with a huge shipment, easing a dire fuel shortage after months without deliveries. The ship docked at th…

The lawsuit accuses hospital leaders of firing a longtime employee after she requested an accommodation following an injury.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is considering building a new Border Patrol station in Las Cruces as federal officials prepare for an increase in agents and operations in southern New Mexico, according to a letter sent to the City of Las Cruces and first reported by KFOX14. The proposed facility

By CHERYL THORNBURG Daily Press Correspondent The skies above Whitewater Mesa will be filled with colorful kites of all shapes and sizes as the annual Fun Kite Flying Picnic returns on Saturday, April 4. This family-friendly event attracts almost 200 people to the vast mesa off U.S. 180 north of

University of New Mexico athletics director Ryan Berryman named Amy Eagan, from Lindenwood University, as the program’s seventh women’s basketball coach.

The federal government will provide $2 million to improve Gateway West, New Mexico’s largest homeless shelter.

Heinrich and SanchezCould fallout from Sen. Heinrich's controversial vote supporting GOP US Sen. Marywayne Mullin's nomination as secretary for the Homeland Security Department impact the Democratic race for state land commissioner in which Heinrich is backing his former top political aide? It might. Longime Dem activist Jose Campos of Bosque

VP Vance to discuss his conversion to Catholicism in new memoir titled 'Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith'

SANTA FE, N.M. —For 100 years,Route 66has been known as America's "Mother Road," and for the road's first 11 years, travelers made their way north from Santa Rosa toward Las Vegas and then through Santa Fe."It's very hard to follow Route 66 because there are so many fragments, so many

A judge sentenced Forian McCuller to 20 years in prison after prosecutors said he killed a man in northeast Albuquerque during an argument over a woman.

Albuquerque city leaders will hold the first public session on a process to rename streets that mention Cesar Chavez after multiple women accused him of sexual abuse.

San Juan County is asking a judge to block moving SunRay Park’s racing license from Farmington to Clovis.

Rio Rancho voters can start early voting in the runoff for mayor on Tuesday.

Earlier Tuesday, Trump lashed out at U.S. allies for not doing more to support the American efforts in the Iran war.

Albuquerque - Unser Blvd NW has been temporarily closed due to tumbleweed chaos, but cleanup crews and a bulldozer are working tirelessly to reopen the area.

The order signed Tuesday directs the Department of Homeland Security to work with the Social Security Administration on state-by-state voter lists.

A Barking Chance says 17-year-old Maggie needs a home, and the rescue says the senior dog still has plenty of energy.

The ruling was the first major rebuke of Trump’s sweeping efforts to overhaul the White House, but it wasn’t immediately clear what it would m…

SANTA ROSA, N.M. —Evacuations have lifted for one side of State Road 91 in Guadalupe County due to the "Perch Fire."Those on the east side of State Road 91, from mile marker 1 to 6, were being evacuated. The "Go!' order was issued at 3:42 p.m. Monday, March 30, then

Albuquerque police are investigating a deadly stabbing at the Manzano Mesa Apartments in southeast Albuquerque.

TheNew Mexico Historic Women's Marker Programbrings the stories of women who have significantly contributed to the state's history to people across New Mexico."It's not only the women that one would know, like Georgia O'Keeffe, but it's other people who have made changes within their community," said Karen Abraham, a member

The Albuquerque Isotopes home opener starts at 6:35 p.m. against the Reno Aces, an affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks.

President Donald Trump is scheduled to attend a Supreme Court hearing in which judges will hear arguments on his executive order limiting birt…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Last Thursday, Deborah Valenciano received a call that changed her life when a family member saw her son's Nissan Sentra on the news on San Mateo, not far from her house."He put his head down and said, 'Sorry, ma'am, this can't be happening.' And I asked if he

A story on Page A-7 published Tuesday, March 31, 2026, incorrectly stated NewMexicoWomen.Org spun off from the Santa Fe Community Foundation. …

Planning commissioners approved the proposed Titan Hotel near Cerrillos Road and St. Francis Drive, a congested intersection.

SILVER CITY, N.M. —A 17-year-old was riding inside a vehicle when she was shot near an southwest New Mexico intersection.Your neighborhood:Local news from KOAT Action 7 NewsAdvertisementSilver City police said the teen was shot just after midnight in the area of East Market and Corbin Streets on Sunday, March 29.

Police are investigating a fatal stabbing that happened in southeast Albuquerque on Tuesday morning.According to police, officers were called to an apartment complex near Eubank Boulevard and Southern Boulevard for a report of a stabbing.AdvertisementPolice say when officers arrived, they found one person who had died. He has been identified

According to the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, the following data was released on March 26:

A federal judge has agreed to permanently block the Trump administration from implementing a presidential directive to end federal funding for…

Even people who know AI warning signs can still get fooled by fake, emotional videos online.

Taos Fire and Rescue officials have enacted a burn ban within the Taos Fire District, effective March 30.

New Mexico Senator Ben Ray Lujan has been honored with a James Beard Foundation Impact Award.The foundation announced Lujan received the award for his work as a ranking member of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition.AdvertisementAs part of the subcommittee, the foundation says Lujan's work was driven by the belief

LAS CRUCES, N.M. —A 13-year-old shooting suspect was arrested after another teen was shot at a home in Las Cruces.Police said the victim, a 13-year-old, was airlifted to a hospital in El Paso after he was shot in the back of the head. Officers later detained the teen suspect, who

Buckingham Palace said Tuesday that the king would travel to the U.S. in late April to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence.

The New Mexico Military Institute STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) club has announced that Cadet Sylvia Xu, left, is representing New Mexico at …

Today will bring elevated fire weather across eastern New Mexico, with west winds gusting 30 to 40 mph and low humidity fueling wildfire spread.

FBI Director Kash Patel has said the fired agents were responsible for weaponizing law enforcement, which they deny.

Critics say Tuesday's move could doom Gulf populations of endangered Rice's whales.

With tens of thousands expected along the roads to Chimayó for Good Friday, local officials urge preparation and safety.

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 24 and March 30, 2026: Jeannette Ramirez, APO Arrest Order, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Tampering With Evidence. Carlos Gallegos, APO Arrest Order, Trafficking Controlled Substances (Possession With Intent) - Conspiracy (First Offense), Resisting, Evading

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico has received a national award from one of the most well-known organizations in the culinary world, according to a report from KOAT 7. The James Beard Foundation announced that Luján was selected as a recipient of its Impact Award, which recognizes individuals

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent On Thursday, Grant County Emergency Manager Scot Fuller and consultant H2O Partners convened a public meeting to gather input on Grant County’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The fire plan ranks communities within the county by risk, and outlines desirable fire mitigation projects both by

The project will majorly expand the division's footprint, giving it more space for trainings, vehicle maintenance and more.

"A geologic groundwater divide between La Cienega and La Cieneguilla creates a distinct separation in hydraulic communication that, to date, a…

Attorney General Raúl Torrez said gas stations and convenience stores have been selling an illusion that vapes were safe.

The U.S. Agriculture Department, which oversees the Forest Service, has also shifted thousands of workers out of Washington.

SANTA FE — In a year of significant milestones, from the Route 66 centennial to America 250, the New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) has its own milestone to celebrat…

Speaker Javier Martínez said he would work with Deb Haaland and the Senate to "make New Mexico the national leader in health care."

Officials from the Santa Fe medical center did not respond to questions about when or why Christus St. Vincent halted vasectomy services.

As businesses face higher transportation costs, prices of things like groceries and other goods people buy each day could also rise.

The people who toiled night and day to put astronauts on the moon during Apollo are thrilled that NASA is finally going back. Now in their 80s…

Dirty Laundry Hot Yoga will take over a 3,400-square-foot space in the Aspect Driscoll building at 1025 Midtown Calle Central, the same buildi…

Film director Amanda Erickson joins the latest podcast episode of “Conversations Different,” to reflect on the making of her film She Cried That Day.

Questions are being raised about how New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is working with outside groups to conduct voter education ahead of the state’s new semi-open primary election — and which organizations are involved — all while she is on the Democrat ballot herself, vying for lieutenant

Air Canada says CEO Michael Rousseau plans to retire. Rousseau had faced criticism over an English-only condolence message after a deadly cras…

Trump leveled the threats Monday, saying the U.S. would strike if a deal to end the war is not reached “shortly.”

New York-based Touro University, a not-for-profit, Jewish-sponsored institution, opened to students in July 2025.

Plans for the RV park call for enhancing existing RV spots, renovating buildings, a dog park and family-friendly amenities.

The FBI says a man with an assault-style rifle who crashed his pickup truck into a Detroit-area synagogue earlier in March was carrying out an…

Florence Lamb, left, and Alix Bjorklund, attended the third No Kings march in Santa Fe, NM, at the state Capitol on March 28, 2026. Florence Lamb, left, and Alix Bjorklund, attended the third No Kings march in Santa Fe, NM, at the state Capitol on March 28, 2026. As a

Martinez and HaalandThere's still time for Sam Bregman to put a dent in Deb Haaland's campaign, but she continues to place bricks in a blue wall surrounding her candidacy, cementing her front-runner status in the June 2 primary.The latest brick was the endorsement of Haaland for the '26 Dem gubernatorial

Albuquerque’s latest “No Kings” protest over the weekend featured a mix of anti-Trump rhetoric, anti-ICE activism and partisan political organizing — headlined by former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, who delivered a speech warning of “authoritarianism” and urging activists to “disrupt,” “litigate,” and “elect” Democrats, including New Mexico gubernatorial candidate

Food will include burgers, sushi, pasta, fried chicken, tacos, pizza, sandwiches and Native American and Mediterranean cuisine.

Sarah Ghiorse, who nurtured the group's strong feminist ethic, died last week after a monthslong battle with cancer. She was 52.

The powerful board had not had a licensed architect since early 2025, frustrating some in the local architect community.

Meteorologists predict dry lightning and high fire weather conditions to then give way to precipitation and wind.

Authorities say a 15-year-old student shot a teacher at a Texas high school and then fatally shot himself. Comal County Sheriff Mark Reynolds …

Senior officials in Kyiv are taking a swipe at the head of German defense giant Rheinmetall, whose unflattering comments about Ukrainian drone…

SANTA FE — Seasonal cuteness aside, chicks and ducklings are a leading source of salmonella infections in young children.

The Supreme Court hears arguments over the order's fate Wednesday in a New Hampshire case.

Santa Fe Mayor Michael Garcia selected the city park after reviewing it along with a dozen other possible sites for the event.

The cross-commissioning will allow six tribal officers to take part in joint operations and make some arrests on tribal land.

China’s flag carrier has resumed direct flights between Beijing and North Korea’s capital of Pyongyang not long after the restoration of passe…

The settlement resolves one of multiple public records lawsuits which have been filed against the state agency.

Crescencio Castro Baldazo, 34, faces a charge of vehicular homicide and other counts in the Sunday crash on U.S. 550.

Katharine Clark, who is seeking the Democratic nomination for secretary of state, called the complaint politically motivated.

Albuquerque- According to the Albuquerque Police Department, APD detectives are investigating an overnight shooting that critically injured a victim in the area of Mountain Rd and 20th St., N.W. Officers responded to reports of the shooting shortly after 3 a.m. APD’s ShotSpotter system also indicated shots fired in the area

Albuquerque - According to the City of Albuquerque, at approximately 7:30 this morning, 52-year-old Asian elephant Alice was found by Zoo Security briefly outside of her primary habitat area. Animal care staff were notified and arrived on site within 10 minutes and initiated emergency response protocol. The staff were able

A proposal out of Texas to study whether some New Mexico counties could potentially join the state of Texas has triggered a surprisingly emotional response from New Mexico’s top Democratic leaders — and exposed a political nerve that Santa Fe clearly did not want touched. Earlier this week, Texas House

Albuquerque - On Friday, SWAT officers arrested 31-year-old Cecilio Sanchez Lopez after homicide detectives charged him in the road-rage murder of 19-year-old Roman Valenciano, which occurred Thursday, March 26. Lopez is accused of fatally shooting Valenciano, who was struck by gunfire while Valenciano was driving in a gray Nissan Sentra

Charlotte Taylor, left, who is with the Berrendo Volunteer Fire Department, explains some of the equipment used by first responders to cadets from the New Mexico Natio…

In 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) created a rule that required Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) and housing providers in HUD-assiste…

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent At Thursday’s Grant County Commission meeting, commissioners reappointed three re- members of their lodgers tax board, leaving two open seats. They also heard a report on the county’s audit, named the new access road to the Forgotten Veterans Memorial and authorized construction to begin

A planned solar and battery energy production facility was the topic of an open house for nearby property owners on Wednesday evening.

The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols — including registration, insurance and driver's license checkpoints …

RPD’s “Good Morning Call” program offers connection and safety

Federal prosecutors in New Mexico charged more than 130 individuals with immigration-related crimes over a two-week period ending March 27, according to new enforcement statistics released by the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico — a sign of what officials say is a significant increase in

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff While fiber artist Sandra Hopper lives in Truth or Consequences, she finds a fiber art community miles and a mountain range away in Silver City through the Southwest Women’s Fiber Arts Collective. Three of her pieces will be shown in the collective’s annual Tapestry

Front page of the March 21, 1904 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the March 21, 1904 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. One of the greatest needs of Las Vegas is more modern houses in desirable locations. Among the citizens who recognize this need and who

Through the federal Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA), new claims of miners with illnesses based on their work with uranium will be accepted through Dec. 31, 2027.

A new set of legislative priorities released by Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows is drawing attention in New Mexico after one directive instructed Texas lawmakers to study the possibility of annexing parts of New Mexico into Texas. According to a report by the Texas Tribune, Burrows directed a Texas House

New Mexico Attorney General (AG) Raúl Torrez on Monday joined a coalition of AGs across the nation in suing the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) over its allegedl…

Friday-Saturday, March 27-28 *Enormous All-Church Yard Sale – 7 a.m.-3 p.m. daily, Living...Read More

NEW YORK — Talk about regulating social media to make it safer for children often gravitates around the U.S. Capitol and the EU headquarters in Brussels. But following…

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s rural health care providers can now apply for a share of $50 million in health care funding as part of New Mexico’s three-year, $146 million in…

At Stray Hearts Animal Shelter, the air carries renewed purpose. Following a five-month closure that left a void in Taos’ animal welfare landscape, the facility at 1200 Saint Francis Lane has reopened and begun a new chapter.

ALBUQUERQUE — A Syrian national was extradited from Costa Rica to face federal human trafficking charges in New Mexico. First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison made…

Everyone deserves dignity, respect, love and — all too often — a helping hand.

A new New York Times analysis of fresh U.S. Census Bureau estimates shows that net international immigration fell in every metro area in America in 2025, and New Mexico was no exception. The national story was clear: after years of mass migration and border chaos, immigration numbers dropped sharply across

ALBUQUERQUE — A Texas man was sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to pay $154,744 in restitution for defrauding the government by obtaining COVID-19 pandemic-…

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission hosted a day-long hearing on March 26, 2026, to hear from electrical utilities on their recent wildfire prevention investments. The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission hosted a day-long hearing on March 26, 2026, to hear from electrical utilities on their recent wildfire prevention investments.

The New Mexico Senior Olympics State Winter Games were held in Santa Fe, New Mexico on Feb. 23–26, 2026. This competition offered 13 indoor and outdoor sporting events to seniors 50 years and older. They may register for up to five events and are offered to in and out-of-state athletes.

At 8 p.m. on April 21, 2002, voters learned the shock first-round results of France’s presidential election. For the first time in the Republic’s history, a far-right …

The Otero County Commission voted Wednesday night to once again extend its federal immigrant detention contract, setting up a growing legal battle with the State of New Mexico as a new law banning such agreements is set to take effect in May. The unanimous vote extends the county’s agreement with

Due to high fire danger, the Bureau of Land Management is implementing fire restrictions on public land at the Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area…

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A recent campaign stop by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland in Santa Fe is drawing attention online after video showed the former Interior secretary stumbling through prepared remarks while speaking to a group of educators near Paseo de Peralta. During the event, Haaland appeared to struggle while attempting to deliver

United World College dance students pose for a photograph. From left: Bella, Amani, Taja, Hope, Kiyora and Oona. The community is invited to a free dance show performed by United World College students this Saturday at 7 p.m. at Kluge Auditorium on the UWC campus. United World College dance students

Our sports section today will highlight the New Mexico Golden Gloves that occurred over the weekend at Roswell High School and the nail-biting softball game between Go…

Jose Abel “Abe” Garcia lived more than a century, but to those who knew him, it never felt like enough. A fixture behind the bar at Abe’s Cantina y Cocina and a steady presence in the village of Arroyo Seco for generations, Garcia died peacefully...

A ceremony recognizing Vietnam Veterans Day takes place at the American Legion Post No. 28, 1620 N. Montana Ave., on Sunday at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be Col. Th…

The National Championship Air Races (NCAR) announced on Wednesday that all seven of its accredited race classes will be part of this September’s event.

For more details on the blaze, pick up a copy of Saturday’s Silver City Daily Press.

Roswell Air Center’s Rubb Hangar was sold this month during an online auction at Public Surplus.

The New Mexico economy has has been a blog specialty the past two decades so a survey from the Harvard Kennedy School grabbed our attention. It's titled New Mexico's Economy Over Time and Space. The report offers interesting insights on the state's challenges, many of which have been explored here.

ALBUQUERQUE — On Tuesday, the Republican Party of New Mexico (RPNM) announced a full slate of candidates across federal and statewide races, including write-in candida…

A former Taos High student accused in federal lawsuits of sexually assaulting two female students on campus between 2017 and 2018 now faces charges stemming from a police chase near Kit Carson Road. Tranquelino Benito Romero, 24, was...

Charles Curtin first came to New Mexico in the mid-90s to research climate change interactions as a postdoctoral researcher. He worked with the Malapai Borderlands Group, a nearly one-million acre rancher-led, collaborative non-profit and...

Start with two cups of boiling water, milk, butter, cream or stock, then add hatch chiles and mac and cheese. Stir. That’s all it takes to make FishSki Provisions’ mac and cheese, one of several just-add-water meals sold on market shelves...

Due to unseasonably warm temperatures and changing conditions, Taos Ski Valley announced late Monday (March 23) that chairlifts will stop spinning one week ahead of schedule. The resort said in a an email update it now has a "planned closing day"...

Mayor Linda Calhoun briefly lost consciousness Tuesday evening (March 24) during the town’s annual “State of the Town” address, prompting a swift response from first responders and concern among attendees at the Red river Conference...

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from March 9 to March 15, 2026. Animals currently in care: 91 Total intakes this week: 17 Transfers this week: 0 Animals in foster: 24 Pounds of food: 550 Number of animal...

The Town of Taos Councilors will continue a public hearing over an ordinance that would establish vacant property standards on April 28. Seeing no community members present for the public hearing in their regular meeting Tuesday (March 25),...

Commission grants subdivision dissolution County responds to permitting frustrations The Riverbend Subdivision is a subdivision no more, after Taos County Commission voted in their regular meeting Tuesday (March 17) to approve a request by the...

Sam Bregman is running for governor “because I know that this state has never truly lived up to its potential. I know that we can do so much better, and I am so excited about the possibilities and the future of this state.” On Tuesday...

A new initiative aimed at expanding who benefits from tourism in Taos County launched last week, according to a press release. The Taos SEED (Sustainable Experience & Entrepreneur Development) Program kicked off with its first cohort dinner...

The Taos County Democratic Party will vote on a new party chair Monday (March 29) via absentee ballot. The party will take nominations for the Chair position at a County Central Convention meeting Sunday (March 28). As of Tuesday (March 24),...

Educators, tribal leaders and program coordinators gathered at UNM-Taos for an Indian Education Curriculum Fair held March 13 and 14. The fair was part of a growing push to reshape how Indigenous history, culture and language is taught in New...

Kit Carson Internet plans to expand service in 2026 with faster speeds and lower rates for customers across Taos and Colfax counties, according to a press release from the company. The cooperative will automatically double internet speeds for...

Mora County officials, local veterans and construction company staff moments before breaking ground for a veterans memorial in front of the Mora County Courthouse on March 18. Mora County officials, local veterans and construction company staff moments before breaking ground for a veterans memorial in front of the Mora County

Members of the West Las Vegas Middle School Student Council pose for a photograph during a statewide student council conference in February at the Albuquerque Convention Center. Members of the West Las Vegas Middle School Student Council pose for a photograph during a statewide student council conference in February at

A New Mexico jury on Tuesday found Meta Platforms violated state law in a lawsuit brought by the state attorney general, who accused the company of misleading users ab…

Sens. Mullin and HeinrichIf anyone still wonders why Sen. Martin Heinrich will not be the Democratic nominee for Governor this year look no further than his eyebrow raising decision to cross party lines and vote to confirm Sen. Markwayne Mullin as the new Secretary of the Homeland Security Department. Only

An application by the Chaves County Sheriff’s Office for $147,500 from the Law Enforcement Protection Fund (LEPF) was approved last week by the county commissioners.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in New Mexico of the April 22 d…

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez’s latest campaign email and a series of airport videos posted to social media are raising eyebrows across New Mexico after the northern New Mexico Democrat made several misleading claims about election law, federal funding, and the Jeffrey Epstein scandal — all while attempting to position

LINCOLN COUNTY — Ruidoso residents who rely on private wells for drinking water can get their water tested free of charge this Saturday, through a joint event hosted b…

A Democratic socialist from Farmington has officially qualified to appear on the Democrat primary ballot to challenge incumbent U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján in New Mexico’s 2026 Senate race. Matt Dodson, a longtime San Juan County Democrat and Air Force veteran, confirmed this week that he received official notice from

Jerry PryorJerry passed away on March 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by a contagious laugh, a permanent smile, and a deep devotion to his family and…

RESTON, Virginia — The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) plans low-level flights by airplane and helicopter over southern and central New Mexico to image geology using air…

BernadetteKastendieckBernadette Kastendieck, September 17, 1942 – March 10, 2026, a lifelong resident of Grants, New Mexico, went home to her Heavenly Father…

Eric JosephGonzalesEric Joseph Gonzales, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on March 16, 2026, in Grants, New Mexico, the very place where…

Mayor Linda Calhoun briefly lost consciousness Tuesday evening (March 24) during the town’s first-ever “State of the Town” address, prompting a swift response from first responders and concern among attendees at the Red River Conference Center.

LAS CRUCES — James C. Flowers, 110, of Las Cruces was awarded the New Mexico Medal of Merit at his home on March 20 in recognition of a lifetime of service, sacrifice …

Chaves County Commissioners approved an agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to improve Zu…

SANTA FE — On Monday, New Mexico’s Environmental Improvement Board approved landmark rules requiring manufacturers to label consumer products containing intentionally …

New Mexico is once again leading the nation in aggressive environmental regulation, this time approving a first-in-the-nation rule that will require warning labels on consumer products containing so-called “forever chemicals,” also known as PFAS. The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board voted Monday to approve a rule that will phase out

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 17 and March 23, 2026: Floyd Gonzales, Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Ruben Salazar, Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply. Dale Marvin Benavidez, APO Arrest Order. Elizabeth M.

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, a Democrat often aligned with the party’s progressive wing, is drawing national attention after casting what he described as a “surprise” vote in favor of confirming President Donald Trump’s nominee, U.S. Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma, to serve as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.

LAS CRUCES — New Mexico’s food and agriculture industries generated $50.5 billion in economic impact in 2025 — a 12% increase from the previous year — according to the…

Higher for longer is the catch phrase for the New Mexico economy and the politics that follow.State economists forecast the average oil price at $58 a barrel for the current budget year---July 2025-June 2026--but since the Iran war broke out nearly a month ago the average has been far above

WASHINGTON — Robert Mueller, the no-nonsense former FBI chief who documented Russia’s interference in the 2016 U.S. election and its contacts with Donald Trump’s campa…

SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on Friday announced an oil and gas lease sale scheduled for May 20 to offer 74 oil and gas parcels totaling 33,530 acres…

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ALAMOGORDO — The civilian who died following the shooting at Holloman Air Force Base on Tuesday has been identified as Ashanti Stewart. She took her own life after fir…

New Mexico is once again making national headlines after reports surfaced raising questions about the apparent lack of action by the state’s so-called “Truth Commission” tasked with investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s activities tied to Zorro Ranch. National media coverage this week highlighted renewed scrutiny surrounding Epstein’s New Mexico property and whether

Amy Barela If history is any guide, there appears to be little wiggle room for NMGOP Chair Amy Barela to hold on to her position. Republicans are being ripped apart by Barela's decision not to vacate the chairmanship when an opponent filed to challenge her in the GOP primary for

Following delays from federal officials, New Mexico’s agency to expand broadband is seeking the release of $293 million in promised funds to boost internet access. Leadership at the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion said that funding allotted for 31 projects across the state remains in limbo after

When: March 28, 2026 Where: Albuquerque Game and Fish Office Times: 8:00 am – 5: 00 pm This...Read More

Among concerns voiced by those who attended a meeting on Thursday to discuss "Propel Roswell," the city’s Comprehensive Master Plan update, were those about local crim…

Patients with skin cancer in New Mexico often wait months — sometimes years — to see a specialist due to a severe shortage of board-certified dermatologists. For those…

DeAnna Tarin, left, and her mom, Holly Kirkland, look over a tub filled with baby chickens at a local farm supply store earlier this week. Kirkland said they weren't p…

Chuck Norris, the former martial arts champion and 1980s action-film hero who fought the bad guys in “Code of Silence,” “Missing in Action” and “The Delta Force” and u…

Gardening with youth is one activity that looks simple on the surface, but the benefits grow far beyond the plants themselves. Youth plan to dig in the dirt and spray …

LAS CRUCES — One of the largest flags ever produced made its way to Spaceport America on March 13 for comprehensive cleaning.

After a vehicle pursuit on Wednesday evening by the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) and an officer-involved shooting, William James Roberts was hit and transported to a…

Gas prices continued to spike upward at a rapid pace for a third straight week in New Mexico and throughout the U.S., according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch…

The Hermit’s Peak–Calf Canyon Fire was the largest wildfire in New Mexico history, and many are still trapped in the claims process four years later. The Hermit’s Peak–Calf Canyon Fire was the largest wildfire in New Mexico history, and many are still trapped in the claims process four years later.

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s measles case count has risen to 13, all linked to three county detention centers, the state Department of Health reported on Thursday.

Front page of the Mach 16, 1939 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Mach 16, 1939 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. From Davenport (Iowa) Gazette Las Vegas is the natural gateway to the vast Territory of New Mexico. It is to this territory what Denver

RIO RANCHO — Ndidiamaka “Didi” Okpareke, a pharmacist, small business owner and mother of three, has officially secured the Republican nomination for New Mexico’s 1st …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — AT&T Mobility Orange workers, represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA), on Thursday overwhelmingly voted to give CWA President…

In an email to the Roswell Daily Record on Thursday, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that more than $21 million in grant awards wil…

As National Doctors’ Day approaches on March 30, a new report from personal finance website WalletHub ranks New Mexico among the worst states in the nation for physicians, highlighting ongoing challenges in attracting and retaining medical professionals in the state. WalletHub’s 2026 report on the Best and Worst States for

Songwriters, would-be songwriters and those who appreciate choral music are welcome to free workshops and to witness the world premiere of a choral piece, all set to take place this weekend at New Mexico Highlands University. NMHU music professor Gabriel Merrill-Steskal said this weekend’s events are like a“mini-residency,” as they

For Questa-based rancher Ezequiel Rael, grazing livestock on the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument is a way of life. Moving his cattle around the monument's South Chilfo grazing allotment requires a 90-minute commute each way. If the roa…

A woman who pleaded guilty to drug trafficking as part of a plea agreement learned last week that she will spend several years in prison. Fifty-two-year-old Edwina Montaño was sentenced to a total of nine years, but District Court Judge Abigail Aragon suspended five years of that sentence. Aragon also

During the ABQ mayoral campaign last year we noted how crime did not appear to have its usual impact and that voters were pivoting to the economy and especially the high cost of daily life. Flash forward and here come the '26 gubernatorial candidates.Democrat Sam Bregman is calling for a

For decades, leading New Mexico Democrats have openly celebrated and elevated Cesar Chavez as a civil rights icon—praising his legacy in speeches, social media posts, official resolutions, and public events. But as serious allegations about Chavez’s past, including being a pedophile and rapist, resurface and gain wider attention, those glowing

County sets regs for potential data centers Levi Hill/News-Sun Artificial Intelligence data centers are …

County sets regs for potential data centers Levi Hill/News-Sun Artificial Intelligence data centers are springing up across the world as the demand for computing power skyrockets. Lea County is poised to be a perfect home for data centers, but new industry breeds new problems and Lea County Commissioners are getting

A Roswell man and a Fort Worth, Texas, man who each hoped to be recognized as the rightful owner of a stolen truck instead both left a Santa Fe courtroom unhappy Tuesday (March 17) after a judge granted ownership to the New Mexico Department of...

The Wendy’s Company closed its Taos store this week as part of a plan to shutter 5 to 6 percent of its locations in the first half of 2026 — a response to dropping U.S. sales. Wendy’s confirmed the closure of the Taos store, located at 420 Paseo...

New Mexico State Fair officials announced the addition of Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Tanya Tucker to the 2026 New Mexico State Fair rodeo-concert lineup last week. Tucker will take the stage on Sept. 18 following the Chevron Professional...

An amended statute requiring local agencies like the Taos County Sheriff’s Office to promptly notify the New Mexico Search and Rescue system during SAR emergencies took effect Jan. 1. Yet, SAR members claim the issue it was designed to fix...

A shooting at Holloman Air Force Base on Tuesday has left one person dead and another injured, according to an official release from the 49th Wing Public Affairs Office. The incident occurred on March 17 near the base Shoppette, a commonly frequented area for service members and personnel. Authorities confirmed

An ofrenda was created during a candlelight vigil held on Sunday to remember Desiree Trujillo, Geno Gonzales and Austin Apodaca, who died at the house on March 7. An ofrenda was created during a candlelight vigil held on Sunday to remember Desiree Trujillo, Geno Gonzales and Austin Apodaca, who died

Joseph JD Weathers, candidate for Mora County Commission - District 1 and current vice chair for the New Mexico Democratic Party in Congressional District 3. Joseph JD Weathers, candidate for Mora County Commission - District 1 and current vice chair for the New Mexico Democratic Party in Congressional District 3.

Mustard Seed is a grant awarded by the First United Presbyterian Church, which funds special, new and innovative projects. The “seed” money, up to $1,500, helps organizations/projects with one-time expenses. We fund projects in the following focus areas: Youth participation; Mission within or beyond community; Community or church related projects

A well-known Albuquerque restaurant has become the center of a growing political flashpoint after a viral TikTok video sparked protests over claims that the establishment offers a discount to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The controversy centers on the Frontier Restaurant, a longtime staple located directly across from the

Mayor Keller Despite their robust election victories in November ABQ Mayor Tim Keller and his Santa Fe counterpart Michael Garcia are off to sluggish starts. Keller has gone mostly incognito after securing an unprecedented third term, with one TV reporter having to chase him down the street to get a

Kei, a student at the United World College in Montezuma, poses next to an oil painting she plans to include in an art exhibition this weekend at the school. Kei, a student at the United World College in Montezuma, poses next to an oil painting she plans to include in

A Solid Financial “Construction” Plan Dear Dave, My wife and I are in our mid-thirties, and the...Read More

Bregman and HaalandFor the first time, decline to state voters in New Mexico will have the chance to vote in the Democratic or Republican primaries June 2 but they will likely have little impact on the outcome of the gubernatorial or other contests.The chief reason is the very low number

A closely watched legislative contest is shaping up in southern New Mexico, where incumbent Democrat State Rep. Sarah Silva of Las Cruces is seeking re-election against Republican challenger Ben Luna of Chaparral in House District 53. The race is expected to be one of the more competitive contests in the

Staff members at the H&R Block Las Vegas office are available to provide tax preparation and small business support services, helping clients navigate changing tax laws and prepare for the upcoming filing deadline. Staff members at the H&R Block Las Vegas office are available to provide tax preparation and small

Thu, Mar 26 Multiple Locations Join EPCOG for a focused leadership training designed to strengthen...Read More

Saturday, March 14 *Baxter-Curren Senior Center yard sale – 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 908 Hickory St.,...Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I-40 eastbound will be closed overnight Feb. 13 Thursday, 13 February 2025 19:07 gallupsun New Mexico State Police in coordination with the New Mexico Department of Transportation will close Interstate 40 eastbound at Exit 16 in Gallup tarting at 9 pm Feb. 13. The closure is necessary to allow the

NTU radio station KCZY outfits new system to increase reliability Tuesday, 11 February 2025 13:53 gallupsun CROWNPOINT — Navajo Technical University radio station KCZY 107.3 FM received an upgrade to its transmission system to ensure its continuous 6000W broadcast covering a majority of the Eastern Navajo Nation Jan. 28. Broadcast

Scheduled water outage for Feb. 10 Sunday, 09 February 2025 11:42 gallupsun Dallago Corporation has been contracted by the City of Gallup to install a new waterline along Rico Street from Highway 66 south toward the new fire station at the corner of Rico Street and Bengal Road. The City

February is American Heart Month Saturday, 08 February 2025 21:05 gallupsun SANTA FE — Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women and most racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. and the leading cause of death of New Mexicans in 2022.This February we are encouraging New

Scheduled water outage for Feb. 8 Friday, 07 February 2025 20:07 gallupsun The city's Water Department will be repairing a water leak Feb. 8, and multiple areas around Gallup will be affected. The outage will affect City of Gallup water customers in the following areas: 2200—2400 Block of Boyd Avenue

Unscheduled water outage for Jan. 13 Monday, 13 January 2025 12:25 gallupsun An unscheduled water outage that is affecting parts of East Mesa Avenue started at 10 am Jan. 13 and is expected to last until 5 pm. The outage is affecting City of Gallup water customers in the following

Scheduled water outage for Jan. 8 Wednesday, 08 January 2025 10:19 gallupsun The Gallup Water Department will be working on valve assessment in the west side of town Dec. 8 and will need to shut off the water in order to do their work safely. City of Gallup water customers

Overdose deaths decline in New Mexico Tuesday, 07 January 2025 14:35 gallupsun SANTA FE — New Mexico mortality data show a decrease in drug overdose deaths statewide for the second consecutive year since 2021.Overdose deaths have declined 8% statewide since 2021 when the number of overdose deaths peaked at 1,029

Navajo Nation Council mourns the passing of Diné College President Dr. Charles M. Roessel Monday, 06 January 2025 14:53 gallupsun WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The 25th Navajo Nation Council is deeply saddened by the passing of Diné College President Dr. Charles M. Roessel, who passed away in the early morning