Veteran GOP lawmaker disqualified for failing to submit proper nominating petitions

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

Police arrested a Silver City man Wednesday in the shooting of a 17-year-old girl on March 29. Abran Travis Grijalva, 37, was arrested at about 12:30 p.m. Wednesday by the Silver City police and is being held in the Grant County Detention Center on charges of attempted murder, two counts

Veteran GOP lawmaker disqualified for failing to submit proper nominating petitions

Isabella's journey follows a harrowing year of cancer treatments

Funding floodgates for New Mexico’s health care system are officially open. During this year’s legislative session – which Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham dubbed a “health care session” – lawmakers concerned about a growing provider shortage directed hundreds of millions of dollars at the problem. This session brought especially massive spending

Grant County is hopping with a variety of egg hunts and religious services this Easter weekend. The town of Silver City Parks and Recreation Department and Scott Park Golf Links will host a free Easter Egg Open on Friday beginning at 4 p.m., with egg hunts beginning at 5:30. The

Incoming DA John Bernitz has spent last six months as chief deputy under unusual arrangement

City Council votes down proposal to enact instant runoff for municipal elections

Rep. Dow (Eddie Moore, Journal)Don't believe the optimists. It can always get worse. Case in point is the latest downer development for state Republicans. State Rep. Rebecca Dow, one of the leading lights left in the beleaguered minority party, flubbed the petition process for her re-election bid and has been

Video captured in Sam Bregman's official capacity as Bernalillo County district attorney was used in a campaign ad.

Shaped by a tragic backstory, a local patrols Central to aid those experiencing homelessness and advocate for civic engagement

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

City prepared to take the federal government to court if tested

Bans smoking, fireworks, campfires, open burning and gas fires on non-municipal, non-federal, non-tribal lands

SILVER CITY — They call her "the butterfly lady."

Suit alleges medical system fired disabled employee in violation of ADA

Questions about whether candidate meets eligibility requirement likely to persist despite ruling

Water tops opponents’ concerns

Nine-day trip marks Lujan Grisham's latest travels abroad as New Mexico governor

Albuquerque police arrested two men after detectives said they shot a 20-year-old man to death outside a home west of Old Town.

Spring in New Mexico is a season of renewal — longer days, warmer temperatures and, of course, wind — and a natural reminder to reset our health habits. This April, let spring be a perfect opportunity to refresh routines that support physical, mental and financial well-being.

New Mexico Renaissance Celtic Festival draws thousands to Edgewood

Prosecutors are seeking to detain a man accused of filming content with children and infants

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Theater lovers in Grant County have two shows to choose from running this Easter weekend. “Dog Gone,” written and directed by local playwright Brenda McFarlane, will open Friday and run through April 19 at El Sol Theatre, 404 N. Bullard St. “Dog Gone” is

Second death since landmark's sidewalks were closed to foot traffic, comes days after raised-railing designs released

SANTA FE — New Energy Economy (NEE) on Tuesday issued a forceful response to testimony filed by Blackstone and TXNM/PNM in Case No. 25-00060-UT, calling the arguments …

Six of the nation's top 10 most abnormally hot months have been in the last 10 years

Contract termination stems from legal dispute over payment, according to the fire department

Police say the 23-year-old turned himself in after alleged stabbing during fight in Southeast Albuquerque

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

Rising gas and food prices are forcing local food truck and landscaping owners to rethink business in Albuquerque.

Police did not release victim's identity, details are limited

Elk, cutthroat trout patterns are changing

Ufologist Nick Pope dies at 60

Notes and tidbits from Monday's meeting

At APS, teachers say immigration fears are keeping students out of school

Two federal agencies on Monday issued a notice to formally reverse efforts to ban mining in the Upper Pecos, potentially opening up nearly 165,000 acres for mineral extraction. The U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management under the Biden administration had supported an administrative mining ban on mining in

The state agency argues the $400 million stock sale should be considered null and void, while PNM seeks retroactive approval.

Tribal colleges, New Mexico’s flagship university and members of the state’s congressional delegation denounced the Trump administration’s recently proposed budget, which aims to cut millions from higher-education programs serving minority students and eliminate funding for the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe. The proposed budget, submitted to Congress

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

Below-average snowfall and unseasonably warm temperatures beget below-average trips to the emergency room: There’s fewer injured skiers and snowboarders and fewer opportunities for viruses and other germs to spread. Hospital officials discussed...

ALBUQUERQUE — April is nationally recognized as both Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPM). The New Mexico Coalition of Sexual …

Luis Sanchez, charged in the killing of a 4-year-old and the wounding of his family, is the fourth Metropolitan Detention Center inmate to die this year in an apparent suicide

Southern NM congressman says conditions 'beneath our American values'

Draft of upcoming budget zeroes out previous $13.5m appropriation for tribal college

Lawsuit filed to bar agency from using confidentiality laws to cover up failures, retaliate against foster parents

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The Grant County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman who was driving on a suspended license when she allegedly struck a man walking on U.S. 180 last month. According to a press release issued Tuesday by Sheriff Raul Villanueva, Caitlin Wilguess, 29, of Bayard,

Republican lawmaker urges governor to join more than 20 others states that have opted in

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez on Wednesday excoriated the state’s child welfare agency for prioritizing “family reunification” over the safety of the children in its care, and said his office will be suing the agency over allegations it misused state confidentiality laws to hide systemic failures. During a news

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Cobre Consolidated Schools Board of Education set a date for their final three superintendent candidate interviews during a special meeting Monday. The board will hold a special meeting on April 16 at 4:30 p.m. for the interviews with one hour and 15 minutes

Luna, who was most likely headed to a slaughterhouse, now gets a second chance at life

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez drew a standing-room-only crowd Monday during a midday meet-and-greet at the Democratic Party headquarters in Farmington. During a brief stop, the congresswoman outlined her legislative priorities – immigration policy, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement oversight, the conflict in Iran and health care – while emphasizing

Sen. Martin Heinrich sharply condemned President Donald Trump’s handling of the U.S. war in Iran on Tuesday, calling the president’s threat to “destroy a whole civilization” both “unhinged” and a potential admission of war crimes. Heinrich urged senior officials across the Pentagon, the administration and Congress to intervene as civilian

Governor's spokesman says pay raises necessary as some top appointees start leaving for new jobs

Joseph Bull will step into the role from Portland State University, ending years of interim leadership

State plans to build new 165,000-square foot executive office building on site

Española Humane will host a benefit dinner Sit, Stay and Support as a patio kickoff beginning at 4 p.m. April 23 at Cowgirl BBQ, 319 S. Guadal…

John D’Amato, a lawyer who spent more than 30 years defending Albuquerque officers and deputies, has died at 70 after a career devoted to law enforcement clients statewide

Plan anticipates a $35 million cut in operating funds

FARMINGTON – The Cleveland High softball team scored seven runs in the top of the fifth inning, breaking a 6-6 tie and preserving a 13-10 win Tuesday on the road over Piedra Vista at the Sports Complex. Sophomore Danika Jaime and senior Naia Thompson each collected four hits and scored

Burrows: Conversation is about 'culture,' 'opportunity' and 'shared values'

Prosecutors described woman's 2023 death as 'torture'

Neighbors who live along a stretch of Highway 528 in Rio Rancho say recent plans announced by NMDOT don’t go far enough.

No date is set for groundbreaking of the Questa Hydrogen Project, but Luis Reyes, CEO of Kit Carson Electric Co-op said as soon as KCEC gains control of the site from current owners Chevron, construction will begin. “I've ordered $12...

As a result, some federal criminal prosecutors have absorbed immigration cases

Police say the boy shot another 13-year-old in back of the head, injuring him

Cadets practice rigorously for the Zia Rising event

FY 2026 Silver City event sponsorships FY 2025 Silver City event sponsorships FY 2024 Silver City event sponsorships By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The first inklings of problems with the town’s longtime funding of event sponsorships may have come last fall, when the Chiricahua Apache Nation learned that the

Santa Fe County Clerk Katharine Clark one of two clerks vying for state's top elections job

City councilors hope to steer project to industrial area

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On May 1 at 6 p.m., the New Mexico Delegation brings together representatives from the U.S. military service academies for a virtual Q&A session…

Claims county has no authority to hold civil immigration detainees

FARMINGTON – The Volcano Vista High School baseball team leaned on timely hitting and sharp defense to secure its first District 1-5A win of the season Tuesday, defeating Farmington 8-1 at Ricketts Park. The Hawks improved to 10-9 overall and 1-2 in district play, while the Scorpions dropped to 7-12

Three requests to allow businesses to operate properties within residential areas were recommended by members of the Roswell Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday.

Containment at 53% amid mix of precipitation and high winds Wednesday and Thursday

A ceasefire deal to pause the war in Iran appears to be hanging by a thread after the Islamic Republic closed the Strait of Hormuz again in re…

New Mexico State Police say a woman who was drinking crashed into a patrol car during a traffic stop on Interstate 40.

Torrez joins sheriff to encourage use of ballistics database

Josiah Ontiveros, 16, was the youngest of the four men charged over the March 2025 shootout during an informal car meet in Las Cruces

The buses will display poems created by participants in The Voice Project, a series of workshops poet laureate Tommy Archuleta organized for h…

ELEPHANT BUTTE — On Wednesday, Attorney General Raúl Torrez released a 224-page investigative report finding that New Mexico's Children, Youth and Families Department …

New Mexico's snowpack is 17% of normal this year

30 passengers evacuated, a dozen injured

The Trump administration wants to remove Chaco Canyon protections and open more than 330,000 acres to new oil, gas and mining projects.

A Choreographer's Showcase at the Railyard Performance Center includes performances by La Emi, Elli Hindmarch and Mike Garcia, Myra Krien and …

April 8

A judge last month dismissed Aden Heyman's state district court lawsuit

More tenants revealed for the $150 million project as land sale crosses finish line

"To have a Route 66 book in the Little Golden Book line — it's like chocolate and peanut butter," said author Diane Muldrow, who lives in Las …

ALBUQUERQUE – There are faster ways to get from Chicago to Los Angeles, but none have the allure or cultural cachet of Route 66. To John Steinbeck, it was the Mother Road that led poor farmers from Dust Bowl desperation to sunny California. To Native Americans along the route, it

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Drought and bark beetles are causing tree death in the New Mexico Forestry Division’s Socorro District, which includes Grant County. Long-term drought was a predisposing factor for the mortality event in the greater Gila ecosystem, officials said, with acute winter drought as an inciting

Former Presbyterian Hospital employee is accused of trading and selling child sexual abuse videos on messaging app Kik

This was written on our last glorious day of rain, April 1.

New Mexico state Rep. Rebecca Dow (R-Elephant Butte) announced on Wednesday morning that she had lost a legal challenge to her re-election campaign’s legitimacy and won’t appear on the June 2 primary ballot. The Republican, who first won the seat in 2016 and unsuccessfully ran for governor in 2022, said

Here’s a news flash for you – relationships can be tricky at times. OK, so you already knew that, but understanding why relationships become difficult can help you keep them healthier and more enjoyable. Last time I wrote about Escalation, which is one of five “germs” that can infect and

Emails between the city manager and councilors on a developer's rejected payment of nearly $700,000 for affordable housing have not been released.

It is unclear if there was any damage

The Santa Fe animal shelter named the trio Akio, Kuma and Toshiro, who, were thought to be around 2 years old. They were adopted separately in March.

ALBUQUERQUE – If you've ever planned to motor west and take the highway that's the best, this might be the time: Route 66 turns 100 this year. The Mother Road, as author John Steinbeck dubbed it, has evolved over the years from an escape for poor farmers fleeing the devastating

The Cobre Board of Education named two finalists in their superintendent search during a special meeting Thursday. The board unanimously named Verenice Gutierrez and Carla Spaniel after holding closed-session interviews with all six semifinalists over two meetings Tuesday and Thursday — nine hours total. Board Secretary Angelina Hardin nominated Jeff

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau (NMF&LB) submitted earlier in April a public comment letter to the U.S. Enviro…

'Amount of water in the river is not sufficient to meet irrigation demand,' says Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District

Town is looking at all options, hasn't 'ruled out dealing with Santa Fe County,' mayor says

In what may be his final Holy Week visit before retirement, Archbishop John Wester marks Good Friday with inmates at the Penitentiary of New Mexico

Suspects face additional murder charge in incident that killed two, injured five

Event fell one week after El Gallo Show in Hobbs

Probe encompasses county management and sheriff's office

The Department of Justice has indicated that former Attorney General Pam Bondi won't appear for a scheduled deposition next week before a Hous…

New Mexico Reforestation Center set for April 27 groundbreaking in Las Vegas

New Mexico shifts from mild nights to a more active spring pattern, with storms, stronger winds and up to three-quarters of an inch of rain.

Dow said she plans to appeal the state District Court ruling on her nominating petitions to the New Mexico Supreme Court.

Local police and FBI are responding to an active scene at a school near Gallup Wednesday.

A sewage spill from a private prison in Santa Rosa flowed into the Pecos River for several months.

James Kurui is working on a project headed by Highlands Chemistry Chair Dr. Nabanita Saikia, an assistant professor of physical/computational chemistry. James Kurui is working on a project headed by Highlands Chemistry Chair Dr. Nabanita Saikia, an assistant professor of physical/computational chemistry. New Mexico Highlands University sophomore James Kurui has

Albuquerque, NM – The New Mexico Department of Justice today released a comprehensive investigative report detailing systemic failures within the Children, Youth and Families Department and filed a lawsuit seeking to end CYFD's misuse of state confidentiality laws to evade accountability and retaliate against the foster parents, caregivers, and investigators

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Attorney General Raul Torrez is planning to sue the Children, Youth, and Families Department following a year-long investigation by the New Mexico Department of Justice that uncovered severe child safety issues.The lawsuit is claiming that CYFD was abusing the state’s confidentiality laws in order to cover up their

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Lovelace Hospital's clinics and providers may soon be out of network for Blue Cross Blue Shield.If a deal is not reached soon, New Mexico customers can still use other in-network providers. Some patients may also qualify to keep their current care for a limited time.AdvertisementLovelace says it wants

The state Department of Justice alleges CYFD wields state law in retaliating against critical foster parents and skirting accountability.

Valdemar DeHerrera, a Bataan veteran who died in July is honored in the state's yearly commemoration.

The decision will cause the city to forfeit a $684,000 payment into the Affordable Housing Trust Fund the developer had attempted to pay the city.

Albuquerque - We are updating the public on what led to the heavy police response at the Econo Lodge near 57th Street and Iliff Rd NW yesterday, where officers from the Albuquerque Police Department arrested Robert Sedillo, 38, on a felony warrant because he failed to appear on a previous

UNM finalized an agreement to build "Lobo Crossing," a future retail center near "The Pit."

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The fatal shooting of a 20-year-old Gabriel Montano outside a residence west of Old Town Tuesday night led to the arrest of Xavier Torres, 22, and John Gonzales, 19, an Albuquerque Police Department news release said.APD officers went to 3216 Don Gabal Lp. Northwest just before 8 p.m.

March has been the hottest month on record for the continental United States in 132 years, according to federal weather data. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports that March’s average temperature was 50.85 degrees Fahrenheit, which is 9.35 degrees above the 20th-century norm. This surpasses the previous record set

Jose Orozco announced he is "formally supporting" fellow Republican Greg Cunningham as the GOP campaigns to unseat Gabe Vasquez.

LEMITAR, N.M. —Farmers along the Middle Rio Grande are bracing for a difficult growing season as low snowpack and shrinking river flows leave them scrambling for water.According to the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District, this year’s snowpack is among the worst on record. With the Rio Grande already looking more

The New Mexico Department of Justice is suing the state's Children, Youth & Families Department over their alleged "systemic failures" and misuse of state laws to allegedly retaliate against any possible whistleblowers.

The New Mexico Department of Wildlife is warning people to remain cautious after two incidents involving unusually aggressive wildlife in Catron County.

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture is offering up to $3 million in grants for local meat processors beginning April 13. The program targets waste management equipment and technology improvements at eligible facilities. Applications are open through May 15.

Over the objections of local and federal officials, two federal agencies on April 6, 2026, officially announced the reversal of a mining ban on nearly 165,000 federal acres in the Upper Pecos watershed. Over the objections of local and federal officials, two federal agencies on April 6, 2026, officially announced

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —More than a thousand student artists are being featured in one of the largest youth art shows in the state.The Albuquerque Public Schools Visual and Performing Arts Department is hosting its annual Metro Youth Art Exhibit, featuring about 1,200 works from middle and high school students across the

Athlete of the Week

GRANTS, N.M. – Three young athletes from Grants earned statewide recognition last month after strong performances at the Knights of Columbus New Mexico State…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Homicide detectives are investigating a shooting in Albuquerque.Police said an individual has been detained after shots were fired. The shooting happened near Mountain Road and Don Gabal Loop NW.AdvertisementDetails are limited. The shooting happened sometime Tuesday evening, April 7.This is a developing story and will be updated as

Ya’ gotta break a few eggs Stone Elementary students learn STEM theory, practice with egg drop event Andy Brosig/News-Sun To the accompaniment of many cheers, a few groans and a good number of kerplunks, thuds and splats, students at Stone Elementary in Hobbs got a first-hand lesson in Science, Technology,

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff With a goal of protecting the U.S. 180 highway bridge over the Gila River, the New Mexico Department of Transportation presented several concepts of plans to the Cliff and Gila communities at a meeting held Thursday evening. The NMDOT has secured about $10 million

SANTA FE — Alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico dropped 23% between 2021 and 2024, the New Mexico Department of Health announced Tuesday as the state marks Alcohol Awa…

Before this latest world crisis is over New Mexicans may have to be treated for a guilt complex. The rising cost of oil--trading at around $100 a barrel--is going to contribute untold millions in royalties to already bulging state coffers, if the price stays anywhere near that level. Add in

Now through April 30, Albuquerque Animal Welfare is hosting a virtual kitten and puppy shower to support hundreds of orphaned animals.

A $36 million improvement project on Interstate 25, spanning 13 miles in Santa Fe, is expected to last for just over a year.

Albuquerque - Around 8:15 PM, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were called out to a shooting in the area of Mountain Road and Don Gabal Loop NW. Police were advised of a person with a possible head injury that was not breathing. Albuquerque Fire Rescue was also dispatched. Upon

We want to clearly inform our readers and our community that the physical office of the Cibola Citizen will be closing. This is not an April Fools’ joke. It is…

Dwight JulianDwight, Nov 6, 1945 - Mar 21, 2026, found a deep sense of freedom in life away from the bustle of busy cities. He spent countless hours working on…

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The New Mexico Department of Transportation is inviting the public to an upcoming meeting focused on proposed safety and traffic improvements along Tramway Boulevard.The session will be held on Wednesday, April 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center.AdvertisementThe meeting will cover progress on

BLUEWATER LAKE, N.M. – The first week of April brought the kind of activity that signals the start of the warm-season fishing routine in Cibola County: campers…

Cecilia Thigpen MethvinCecilia Thigpen Methvin, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished member of the Grants community, passed away peacefully on March 29…

Lucy Salazar of northern New Mexico waited more than six years for a kidney transplant before receiving a life-changing gift from her friend, Natalie Vigil.Salazar was diagnosed in 2010 after a routine employer health screening showed she was diabetic and in kidney failure, even though she said she felt completely

A New Mexico judge has removed Republican state Rep. Rebecca Dow, the House Republicans’ caucus chair, from the June primary ballot following a legal challenge filed by her former Democrat opponent—an outcome critics say highlights growing concerns about partisan tactics being used to reshape the state’s political landscape. The ruling

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —UNM has finalized an agreement with a developer who has purchased 38 acres of land to go towards building a new shopping center on UNM's south campus.The land, which is near University and Gibson, will be named Lobo Crossing.AdvertisementSeveral retailers are expected to join the center, including Target,

GRANTS, N.M. “Fear the Gap” was the name of the most recent track meet the Pirates participated in. It was held at Piedra Vista High School last weekend.…

Alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico have dropped by 23% from 2021 to 2024, according to data the state's Department of Health shared Tuesday.

By CHERYL THORNBURG Daily Press Correspondent GLENWOOD—If you’re looking for something to do in the great outdoors, check out the annual Glenwood Dutch Oven Gathering this Saturday, April 11, at Glenwood Community Park. The event features teams cooking up delicious meals in Dutch ovens at campsites around the park. Visitors

ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico Gas Company (NMGC) reminds customers to call 811 before starting any digging projects. Accidentally striking a natural gas line creates a dang…

In the April 1 edition of the Cibola Citizen, the baseball statistics listed on the sports page for Estevan Barela against Kirtland were incorrect. Those stats…

Deb Haaland used social media on April 7-8, 2026 to discuss healthcare challenges in New Mexico; propose limits on ICE operations near sensitive sites; and urge caution as wildfire season begins.

Following a yearlong investigation, the New Mexico Department of Justice issued a 224-page report documenting the cases of at least 28 childre…

A Long Island architect has pleaded guilty to murdering seven women and admitted he killed an eighth in a string of long-unsolved crimes known…

A local family has more questions than answers after someone hit and killed their loved one in a hit-and-run crash on I-40 East.

Ya’ gotta break a few eggs Stone Elementary students learn STEM theory, practice with …

EDGEWOOD, N.M. —Santa Fe County has provided fire and rescue services to Edgewood since 2005, but after recent disagreements over costs, that agreement has ended, leaving residents concerned about what comes next.People in Edgewood say they are now the ones who will feel the impact. Many describe the situation as

Justice Julie J. Vargas, who was first appointed to the court in 2020, will serve in the role for the next two years.

Mae M. LynchMae M. Lynch passed away peacefully at home in Prewitt on March 31, with family and loved ones in her presence during her final days. She was 80…

Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun has arrived in China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, in what she's calling a “journey for pea…

Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller on Tuesday signed an ordinance limiting federal immigration enforcement operations in the city.

A public meeting is set for Wednesday night to consider changes to an 8.5-mile stretch of Tramway Boulevard in Albuquerque.

SANTA FE — Visitors to 12 of New Mexico's historic sites and museums will have free public Wi-Fi access after the state’s broadband office awarded the Department of Cu…

FARMINGTON, N.M. —New Mexico State Police assisted local law enforcement with a home standoff in Farmington.Officers with the state Department of Corrections attempted a knock-and-talk at a home, according to state police.AdvertisementThis led to officers entering and finding Christopher Velasquez, 36, on a bed and armed with what appeared to

Wednesday will turn dry and warmer after some places in New Mexico saw rain Tuesday but that rain could return very soon.

The Masters returns with talk of a wide-open field, while NBA playoff chatter centers on the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

ALBUQUERQUE — On Monday, Attorney General Raúl Torrez and the New Mexico Department of Justice’s (NMDOJ) Medicaid Fraud and Elder Abuse Bureau secured a minimum of 20 …

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent On Tuesday, Grant County government departments presented their annual budget requests to the Grant County Commission — and during his presentation, Grant County DWI Prevention Administrator Daniel Graves reported that his program would no longer be able to fund Corre Cantinas, the after-hours ride

Jon Sandoval, who offers free FlingGolf clinics, poses with a FlingStick used to play the game on Monday at the Gene Torres Golf Course. Jon Sandoval, who offers free FlingGolf clinics, poses with a FlingStick used to play the game on Monday at the Gene Torres Golf Course. A sport

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Albuquerque Public Schools is set to connect families with critical support services during its annual Transition Fair on Wednesday, April 8.The event is scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. at the APS City Center and focuses on helping students with disabilities prepare for adulthood and life beyond graduation.AdvertisementAttendees

SANTA FE — New Mexicans can access free vaccinations, reproductive health services, opioid use disorder treatment, nutrition support and children’s medical services at…

Albuquerque police detained one person for a deadly shooting that left one person dead Tuesday night in an area west of Old Town.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —I-25 in Albuquerque is back open after a rollover crash.The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office said the crash happened around 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 in the southbound lanes of I-25 at Broadway Boulevard.AdvertisementAll lanes of southbound I-25 were closed in the area and multiple people were being treated.BCSO

The death comes as the state has begun moving forward with plans to install higher railings at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge to prevent suicides.

Earlier Tuesday, Trump had threatened that Iran's “whole civilization" would be destroyed if it failed to meet his latest deadline to strike a deal.

A spokeperson for the state agency confirmed that Deputy Cabinet Secretary Danielle Gilliam, 41, resigned March 30.

A joint city and county resolution sponsored an annual parade on Airport Road in Chávez's honor, but it may have occurred only once.

A new water rights lease between the city government and Leprino Foods Co. is among the agenda items that Roswell City Councilors will consider during their meeting th…

Anyone driving by 3601 N. Main St., where Antigua Cocina Mexicana used to be, will be seeing new activity. A familiar restaurant is moving in, which used to be in the …

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between March 31 and April 6, 2026: Lorena Gallegos, Aggravated Battery (Deadly Weapon) - Attempt, Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor, APO Arrest Order (Three Counts). Richard Daniel Conway, Escape From a Community Custody Release Program -

Mayor Michael Garcia said panhandling at fast-food restaurants is part of a bigger issue Santa Fe needs to address.

U.S. Reps. Teresa Leger Fernández and Melanie Stansbury called for the president's removal over the threats.

Republican Clay Fuller has won Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former U.S. House seat in Georgia.

American journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad last week, has been released.

The Forward Party takes root in New Mexico this week. Can it make a bigger splash than the Prohibitionists, Greens and Libertarians?

A lean state investment of just $20 million has gone far, leading to growth of adult learners pursuing certificates and GED diplomas.

Meow Wolf has been without a permanent CEO since Jose Tolosa resigned last April.

New Mexico Republicans will have their hopes dashed if they expect independent voters to start bumping their numbers. Despite being allowed for the first time to vote in primary elections, a majority of the independents will likely choose to vote in the Democratic primary. That's the conclusion of our political

Prosecutors don't believe Isaac Apodaca wielded the sword in the killing, but said he encouraged it and offered to help clean up.

Caiyus Gish, right, and Roean McLellan, both sophomores at St. John's College, practice fencing Tuesday at the campus’ student activities center.

A joint resolution under consideration by the city and the county would terminate a 2008 agreement for the 1,075-acre parcel.

State lawmakers hoped to close down New Mexico immigration detention centers, but the contract offers a workaround.

RUIDOSO DOWNS — A $2.7 million sidewalk and lighting improvement project on U.S. 70 between milepost 260 to milepost 262 (from Ruidoso to Ruidoso Downs) began Wednesday.

As construction begins on a taxpayer-funded abortion facility in southern New Mexico, pro-life organizations across the state are mobilizing in what they describe as a historic show of unity. A newly formed coalition of pro-life leaders announced plans to gather on April 10 in Albuquerque, bringing together organizations from across

EDITORIAL - The Albuquerque Police Department has long operated under the rule that shifts are supposed to be at a 70% minimum staffing level. Now, likely due to the loss of U.S. federal funding, there are essentially no overtime funds remaining. APD has for many years depended heavily on federal

While one candidate has the advantage, the race remains wide open with nearly half of Democratic primary voters still undecided.

Real estate broker and investor Joshua Maes recently was named Realtor of the Year by the Santa Fe Association of Realtors. He is a Santa Fe n…

Albuquerque - The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) sent an e-mail release to report the death of an inmate following an apparent suicide attempt while in custody. The individual has been identified as Luis Sanchez, 41 (DOB: May 28, 1984), who was booked into MDC on February 17, 2026.

Sheriff's deputies said 64-year-old Lisa Bransford was ejected from her vehicle and succumbed to her injuries from the crash.

The city is seeking a new operator for the space for a use other than homeless services beginning in January 2028.

Storms could bring large hail and damaging wind gusts to some eastern parts of the New Mexico Friday and Saturday.

That competitive contest for the Democratic nomination for Secretary of State is getting front-paged as opponents of Santa Fe County Clerk Katharine Clark try to tie her in legal knots by claiming that she has violated the law by repeatedly posting early and absentee election results before the official closing

Some local store owners have noticed a growing preference for physical media among some Gen Z and millennial customers.

Many residents in the Roswell area felt the ground shaking at 2:01 p.m. Monday. The magnitude 4.3 earthquake occurred 59.5 miles south of Roswell, between Artesia and …

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is facing renewed scrutiny after traveling outside his district to attack a federal immigration detention facility in El Paso—a move critics say underscores his consistently open-borders posture and ongoing efforts to undermine immigration enforcement across the region. Vasquez conducted what he described as a “Congressional Oversight”

The president of the Santa Fe Association of Realtors described first-quarter single-family home sales as "lackluster."

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from March 25, 2026 – March 29, 2026. March 25 7:45 a.m. Suspicious Circumstance, North Plaza — Caller said a man with a knife was near a local...

George Padilla, 44, a district court employee since 2013, is facing counts of aggravated DWI, reckless driving and assault.

Residents of the southern Santa Fe County town plan to protest officials' move to end an agreement with the county for fire and EMS responses.

Defense spending is expected to see a major increase at the Department of Energy in fiscal year 2027, while science would see cuts.

New Mexico forestry officials banned prescribed burns, fireworks, campfires, smoking or burning excess gas produced in oil and gas extraction on state lands starting April 6, 2026, due to the state’s wildfire risk. New Mexico forestry officials banned prescribed burns, fireworks, campfires, smoking or burning excess gas produced in oil

While the data center's cooling system has taken much of the heat so far, the natural-gas-powered microgrids require the most water.

A 46-year-old man faces several felony charges after the incident at Evangelo's on West San Francisco Street early Sunday.

Updated April 6 at 6 p.m.

Much of the incident was captured on video posted on Facebook, where it quickly drew views and efforts to identify the suspect.

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico announced this week that federal prosecutors filed more than 170 immigration-related criminal charges in a one-week period, highlighting the scale of ongoing enforcement along the southern border and in newly designated federal security zones in the state. According to

New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) cadets recently gained a rare and valuable educational experience as they observed a human autopsy at the Office of the Medical In…

SANTA FE — On March 24, 2026, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced a new, voluntary label for meat, poultry and eggs. The “Product of USA” label is a voluntary USDA…

SANTA FE — New Mexico has launched a statewide multimedia campaign to raise awareness about two tools for reducing gun violence: free gun locks available through the N…

Sunday, April 5 *Easter *Easter in Rotary Park – 5 p.m., Rotary Park, West 18th...Read More

Today in sports, information about the baseball doubleheader between Dexter and New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) that took place on Thursday. Also, the state quali…

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Representatives from architecture and engineering firm Stantec updated the public on priorities and heard comments and questions during the third and final Fort Bayard Revitalization Plan community workshop, held Wednesday at the Grant County Veterans Memorial Business and Conference Center. The meeting consisted of

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent On Thursday morning, exactly one year to the day after Gila trout eggs arrived in the mail at G.W. Stout Elementary School, Keith Rogers’ sixth-grade science students released the fish they had raised from those eggs into Lake Roberts. “They are a very rare

Dave Says – Dear Dave, I have two cars. One is paid for, and I owe $23,000 on the other. These are...Read More

For years, the month of April was defined by "awareness," a national campaign to ensure the public could identify the signs of autism. In 2011, the Autistic Self Advoc…

Trans Aero MedEvac is now providing patients that need transport to a medical facility outside of Chaves County with free transport. This service joins the existing ba…

Note that updates are posted throughout the week

City government officials have been looking at potential relocation sites for the Roswell Police Department (RPD) headquarters, according to participants during a meet…

Front page of the April 2, 1900 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the April 2, 1900 issue of the Las Vegas Optic. Santa Fe, N.M., (AP) Unless residents of Springer change their present sentiments, it appeared today, the district highway shops are likely to remain in

PHOENIX — Sparklight, a leading high-speed internet provider, is now accepting applications for its Spring 2026 Charitable Giving Fund. Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizatio…

High school students interested in spending time with the FBI in Albuquerque or Las Cruces are encouraged to apply for the agency’s 2026 Teen Academy.

SANTA FE ─ The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) is alerting the public to fraudulent websites designed to look like the official MVD site to trick people into p…

ALTO — A $4.7 million gabion basket repair and stabilization work project on NM 532 (Ski Run Road) at milepost 2 began on Wednesday.

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) on Wednesday filed a petition for a writ of mandamus with the New Mexico Supreme Court, seeking to immediate…

If you’re wondering where Artemis II is right now, you can track its historic journey to the moon in real ​time.

The struggles of the Samaritan House, which recently closed due to lack of funding, has achieved international attention after a group of United World College students organized a fashion show to benefit the homeless shelter. The student-led fashion show –featuring items from the Samaritan House’s thrift store modeled by UWC

1926 - 100 years ago

The Chaves County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on Monday stated that for now it will not release any additional information about an operation Saturday against an illegal c…

Holy Cross Medical Center has been awarded a three year, $150,000 federal grant to expand its free Benefit Navigation program for residents of Taos County. The program, also referred to as Health Insurance Support, is designed to help individ…

Celebrating the regulars who made these restaurants icons

Supreme CourtThe suspense hanging over the contest for the '26 GOP gubernatorial nomination abruptly ended Wednesday as the State Supreme Court let stand a lower court ruling allowing Duke Rodriguez to remain on the June 2 primary ballot.Rodriguez took note of his victory in a celebratory news release detailing the

More voters will be able to participate in the June 2 Primary Election than in the past.

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is now publicly expressing support for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents who have faced delayed paychecks during the recent federal funding fight — despite criticism that he previously voted against funding measures for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes TSA. In a recent social media

SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Wednesday the appointment of John William Bernitz as the 11th Judicial District Attorney, Division II, serving …

Police have charged two men with murder following two separate homicides in San Miguel County within 24 hours of each other. Police in Colorado arrested 33-year-old Jaime Gilbert Martinez on Monday following a lengthy standoff at a home near Denver, according to authorities in Colorado. Martinez faces a charge of

Months before the city of Santa Fe initiated a competitive bidding process for services to address rising homelessness, an official was communicating with a California nonprofit about a potential contract. The leader of San Francisco-based Urban...

The New Mexico Department of Transportation is moving toward final design of a higher railing at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge that deter suicides without overloading the 1960s-era structure under the its weight. For decades, Taos County youth,...

On Wednesday (March 25), the Taos Municipal Schools Board of Education considered a 2026-27 district calendar that shifts spring break to Holy Week amid concerns from Taos High School students about dual-credit scheduling. The board’s regular...

Over 3,000 protesters rallied in Taos Saturday (March 28) for the third No Kings protest. People dressed in costumes and made signs adorned with illustrations or American flags with messages to the current administration. Some protesters drove,...

New Mexico will require manufacturers to label consumer products containing certain harmful chemicals, giving shoppers new information about items they use every day.

Robertson High School FFA officers pose for a photograph at the school on March 20. The program is celebrating 80 years of being chartered in Las Vegas. From left: RHS senior and FFA sentinel Lauren Conway, 18; RHS senior and FFA president Antonio D. Romero, 17; RHS senior and FFA

The Gene Torres Golf Course, owned by New Mexico Highlands University, will be the location of a new housing development aimed at addressing a local housing shortage. The Gene Torres Golf Course, owned by New Mexico Highlands University, will be the location of a new housing development aimed at addressing

The Taos County Farmers Market has secured a new site adjacent to its current location at the Taos County Administrative Complex, marking a step toward establishing a permanent home after decades of moving between locations. The market, in...

In Red River, a creative space known as the Lucky District is taking guests down a rabbit hole of crafting, tea time and photography. Inside The Makery, a dropped tea tray sends china, milk and tea across the checkered floor. But, rather than...

Multiple Taos educators earned their National Board Certification via the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards this year, one of the highest professional achievements for teachers in the U.S. To date, a total of 51 educators,...

Sigi Klein, a longtime Red River ski instructor, master builder and pioneer of the local ski industry, died peacefully at his home in Red River on Monday morning (March 30), surrounded by family. He was 90. In a message shared with Taos News, the...

As fire season poses risks to woodlands and homes in the Angel Fire area, preventative actions are underway. In a prescient and community-minded voluntary effort, several Colfax County property owners in the Black Lake area and nearby parts of...

As the early morning sun rises above Cañon de San Diego, the contrast in color of the incredible landscape along Red Rocks Trails is turned up to the max as red cliffs, blue sky and green vegetation captivate the eye. Accessed along N.M. 4 across...

Taos ranchers gathered on a warm September morning last fall to learn new ways to measure the health of their land. Ecdysis Foundation chose Taos as one of two pilot locations for a citizen science project researching whether regenerative...

On a combined red flag day and extreme fire risk day, the Taos Valley Watershed Coalition held their quarterly meeting in the Taos County Commission chambers. The TVWC formed in 2015 to collaborate on forest and watershed restoration, including...

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...

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...

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 team of experts led by D…

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

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

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

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver issued a sharply worded statement this week attacking President Donald Trump’s new executive order aimed at tightening election security, joining a growing list of Democrat officials nationwide threatening lawsuits over the move. The executive order, signed this week, seeks to create a

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…

The New Mexico Department of Justice has launched a new legal effort to block Otero County from continuing its partnership with federal immigration authorities, escalating a growing legal and political fight over immigrant detention in the state. According to reporting by the Santa Fe New Mexican, which broke the story,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Note that updates will be posted throughout the week.

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

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

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

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

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

MyKayla Lewis, who will play Mrs. Irene Molloy in an upcoming production of “Hello, Dolly!” poses in costume. MyKayla Lewis, who will play Mrs. Irene Molloy in an upcoming production of “Hello, Dolly!” poses in costume. A community-wide collaboration of musicians and actors will ‘put on their Sunday clothes’ to

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

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

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…

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

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

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

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

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 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.

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.

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

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

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

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...

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),...

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"...

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...

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

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of child sexual abuse that some readers may find upsetting. Discretion is advised. New Mexico State Police last week charged two men in two separate cases involving alleged sexual encounters with children. One man is charged with raping a 4-year-old girl several years ago

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

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

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

A Santa Fe jury on Tuesday found Meta willfully violated New Mexico’s consumer protection laws and ordered the social media giant to pay $375 million in damages to the state. The decision came just one day after the conclusion of the seven-week trial spurred by New Mexico Attorney General Raúl

MMS Student Council made leprechaun hats to acknowledge how “lucky” they are to have a great school staff. MMS Student Council made leprechaun hats to acknowledge how “lucky” they are to have a great school staff. The MMS/RHS Radiance Choir recently delivered an impressive performance at the Music Performance Assessment

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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 ...

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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...

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,...

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

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

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

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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

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