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

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

New Mexico furniture retailer American Home Furniture and Mattress has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Newly seated Mayor pro tem Jason Cortez and several new funding awards on Tuesday shaped an Aztec City Commission meeting, where commissioners balanced routine business with community concerns. A few prompts from City Clerk Karla Sayler and commissioners helped Cortez manage the meeting. Mayor Mike Padilla attended remotely by phone.

David Quintana has worked for the department for over two decades, most recently as Programs and Infrastructure Division director

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

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The Office of New Americans could soon become permanent in the state's workforce solution department if the governor signs it into law. Officials at the office stated that one in eight workers in New Mexico is an immigrant, or "New American." The program started in 2024, and the director said

Notes and tidbits from Monday's meeting

Police are looking for a truck believed to be involved in a shooting that left a man and a woman wounded Tuesday on Coors in Albuquerque.

President Donald Trump said he’s replacing his embattled Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and will nominate in her place Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin.

City also elects four city councilors, municipal judge in one of 7 holdouts from Local Election Act

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

Farmington twins Pam Standifer and Kim Borum are facing some of the toughest challenges of their lives, but the outpouring of support from family, friends and neighbors reminds them they’re not fighting alone. When Standifer felt abdominal discomfort last fall, she thought it might be a bowel blockage. Instead, a

Prosecutors say Meta has failed to disclose what it knew about the harmful effects of its platforms

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

The New Mexico Department of Health on Wednesday reported an additional case of measles at the Doña Ana County jail, bringing the total number of cases this year to six, all federal inmates in state detention facilities. The most recent case involved a federal inmate, a news release said, and

Travelers heading north to Colorado through Raton Pass face a significant detour due to a closure on I-25.

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

Hello, I am Richard Connor, Editor and Publisher of El Rito Media’s five newspapers. Often, when residents see our paper or read our websites, they say, “Oh. Thank goodness we have a local newspaper again.” Many do not realize that we have revived, renovated, and built strong local newspaper…

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

Here comes cold front number three of this week in New Mexico as it makes its slow approach to parts of the Four Corners.

A spate of good economic news has arrived in New Mexico but it's largely due to bad news from around the globe. An ABQ defense firm says they are expanding their workforce to manufacture more drones which have become a weapon of choice in the Ukraine and Middle East wars.DC

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

The book, written by local author Alicia K. Anderson, takes “ a holistic approach ” to healing burnout. The book costs $21.95, but is available to read for free at both the Las Vegas Carnegie Public Library and the Thomas C. Donnelly Library on the New Mexico Highlands University campus.

New Mexico environment officials and national advocates say congressional Republican proposals to overhaul federal regulation of toxic chemicals would undercut state laws, including those currently under review by New Mexico. Drafts of the legislation, which has not been formally introduced in the U.S. Congress, indicates sweeping changes to the Toxic

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

Feds dismiss case after officer's credibility questioned

Keller: Police chief search down to seven candidates, hopes to have interview process 'wrapped up' in six weeks

Food trucks are coming together this weekend to help a fellow food truck owner recently diagnosed with cancer.

Next Monday, the Silver Consolidated Schools Board of Education will begin what is expected to be a series of public meetings discussing the fate of its two elementary school buildings that will close at the end of this school year. The special board meeting will be at 5 p.m. Monday

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

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

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

FAA responds by closing more airspace near El Paso

2-year-old Weimaraner suffers from behavior disorder

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

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

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The Albuquerque police Multi-Agency Task Force has started to investigate the death of a man who was in custody.Officers responded to a suspect running and entering traffic lanes on Interstate 40, between Coors and Unser Boulevards. A police spokesperson said the suspect, identified as Dyonte Lindsey, 40, was

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission on Wednesday approved its first construction permit for a commercial nuclear reactor in eight years, one that will allow a Bill Gates-backed company to build a sodium-cooled reactor in western Wyoming. TerraPower filed for the permit in 2024 and construction is now set to begin

Police say argument preceded killing in the Northeast Heights

The Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission is calling on leadership of Gallup-McKinley County Schools to develop an alternative, culturally appropriate disciplinary system following findings that the district imposes disproportionately harsh punishments, including expulsion, on Native American students. The commission last fall convened four public hearings at Navajo Nation chapter houses

'State of the county' address attributes GRT spike to Project Jupiter

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —The Albuquerque Police Department has identified a woman nearly 35 years after her disappearance.The woman, who has been known as "Becca Doe" for the last 35 years, was identified by APD as Becca Mallekoote through a collaborative effort involving forensic genealogy and extensive multi-agency cooperation.AdvertisementAccording to APD, Mallekoote

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

LAS CRUCES, N.M. —Police have arrested a 27-year-old woman in Las Cruces for child abuse charges at a daycare where she formerly worked.Jennifer Hernandez, 27, a former Pre-K teacher at a local childcare and development center, was arrested after being suspected of abusing a young boy who was in her

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

Nearly two weeks after Bernalillo County Sgt. Michael Schlattman was killed in a crash, more details about the investigation are emerging.

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

An Española city councilor was surprised when a political ad arrived in his mailbox and he was mysteriously absent from the featured photo.

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

An Albuquerque dance company is hosting a breakfast fundraiser this weekend with free classes for young dancers.

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff A public survey for Bayard residents is now available, seeking input on what the city will do with the 675-acre Foy property which it acquired last year. The survey will close March 16, and the city also plans to host a visioning workshop March

Mescalero Apache consider deal for land west of Las Cruces

New Mexico business incubators have until April 2 to apply for grants of up to $150,000 through the NM Incubator Certification Support (ICS) Grant program.

The New Mexico Department of Health has now reported a sixth measles case at a detention center in Doña Ana County.According to the DOH, a federal inmate has tested positive for measles, bringing the total number of measles cases in 2026 to six. All six cases have been confirmed to

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

Joseph Montoya, a suspected burglar, was shot after being caught in the act and is now facing numerous charges.

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

Dennis Tim Salazar is the next mayor of Española.

Diagnosis is New Mexico's first confirmed case of 2026

Meow Wolf is celebrating a special birthday this month, as the Santa Fe-based interactive psychedelic art experience turns 10 years old.

The order follows days of Israeli strikes in Beirut’s suburbs and a wider warning for parts of southern Lebanon. T

Meet Detroit and Chip! Detroit is from Lincoln County and Chip is from Bernalillo County and are looking for their fur-ever homes.

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

Gas prices are skyrocketing across the country, with a major sea passage for the Persian Gulf closed, impacting 20% of the world's oil and natural gas.

SANTA FE – Jurors in a bellwether trial about the impacts of social media on children watched a deposition of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday that explored what the architects of Facebook and Instagram knew from internal research about the negative experiences of young users and how the company

NM Department of Health confirms additional measles case in southern detention facilities, bringing statewide total to six this year

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

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

A Texas energy company has applied to build a 17-mile pipeline in Doña Ana County in order to help power a controversial data center in Southern New Mexico. Several southern New Mexico Democratic lawmakers and environmental groups plan to lodge objections to Houston-headquartered Energy Transfer’s proposal for the $60 million

First responders are crediting a drone with helping them save a man's life Wednesday in Santa Fe.

Rio Rancho police report outlines moments before fatal collision during I-40 traffic stop

Courts in New Mexico are warning the public about a new scam involving fraudulent text messages regarding toll violations.

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

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

State still ranks among the bottom nationwide despite gains

The Española Municipal election is scheduled for March 3. The roles of mayor, one councilor from each of the four districts and the municipal judge are up for grabs.

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

The plan for an outdoor play-and-learn area at the Roswell Public Library continues to move toward an eventual groundbreaking, with the select…

A yearlong dispute inside Albuquerque Fire and Rescue over how to handle a nationwide paramedic shortage has finally reached a resolution.

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

Ameena Ankliss, 16, is an 11th grader at the United World College in Montezuma. She will be traveling to Albuquerque on Sunday to compete in Poetry Out Loud, a nationwide poetry recitation competition. She will also be recognized for writing an original poem. Ameena Ankliss, 16, is an 11th grader

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

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

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

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

Crowd of challengers included five Republicans, two Democrats

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

A new report from the climate advocacy nonprofit Food and Water Watch says artificial intelligence data centers across the nation consume outsized amounts of energy, undermine progress toward adopting clean energy portfolios and threaten limited water supplies. The report, which was published Wednesday and is titled The Urgent Case Against

A Roswell woman was charged and arrested last week in connection with a vehicle vs. pedestrian collision nearly two years ago that resulted in…

Longtime KOB 4 sports anchor and Lobo Insider Lee Faria was honored at the Lobo vs. Colorado State game at The Pit.

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

SUNLAND PARK — A pair of New Mexico’s top thoroughbreds are heading back to the starting gate Sunday as Corrina Corrina and Mojina headlines a compact field in the 21’st running of the Albert and Henry Dominguez Memorial Stakes. The $80,000 guaranteed race, which will be run at 1 1/16

With just 90 days until primary election day, eight candidates for New Mexico governor took their message directly to voters in Albuquerque, highlighting their experience and vision for the state.More than a hundred people attended the event, hosted by the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce, to hear from the candidates

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

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

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

A multi-agency task force is investigating the death of a man who suffered a medical episode while in Albuquerque police custody.

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

Some two dozen states are challenging President Donald Trump’s new global tariffs in court. On Thursday, the states filed a lawsuit over import taxes he imposed after a stinging loss at the Supreme Court. Democratic attorneys general leading the suit argue that Trump is overstepping his power with planned 15%

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

Timing of the full Senate vote is now in the hands of Senate Majority Leader John Thune

After serving in multiple roles at the Roswell Police Department (RPD) for more than 19 years, Alberto Aldana has now stepped into the department’s top job, RPD chief, as of March 1.

Cooler air is settling in, but temperatures remain 5 to 12 degrees above normal for early March.

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

Towman still faces charges after 55-mile chase, gunfire

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

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

AZTEC – When you represent a high school sports program, athletes as well as coaches are held to several high standards. Those standards include success in a respective sport as well as inside the classroom, in addition to being a role model to those around those particular athletes and staff.

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

FARMINGTON – After months of games, long road trips, injuries and upsets, the time has come for the 2026 New Mexico Activities Association’s state basketball postseason tournament. The one-and-done nature of the tournament leaves little to no room for error this week and next as 16 boys and girls teams

On Wednesday, Sri Lanka's navy recovered 87 bodies and rescued 32 Iranian sailors from the IRIS Dena.

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

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

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

Neil McCasland was reported missing on Friday morning

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Mentors and opportunities for community involvement are keys to higher education success, according to Sharon Jones, the third candidate in the running for Western New Mexico University’s 16th president to visit the campus. During that visit Tuesday, she shared how those had applied in

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

Mark Zuckerberg reiterated his commitment to "free expression" on Meta's platforms while defending the company's investments in safety.

Pearce's nomination will now go to the full Senate.

During the event the candidates pledged to tackle issues important to voters — and business owners — if elected governor.

The University of New Mexico has named Ryan Berryman as the athletic director on Wednesday.

A key reform passed this year banks heavily on cementing math basics for lower grades — before the work gets harder.

This week on "Voices of Taos," editor Geoffrey Plant sits down with Audra Rogers, band leader, vocalist and rhythm guitarist for the band Big Violet. Rogers talks about her musical influences — everything from classic rock to Mozart — and the...

Since I began writing the Rescue Report column in 2018, I have covered many topics. I have shared stories about lost and found pets, different…

For the 8th year running, Taos News has honored eight Women of Impact from the greater Taos community in its Taos Woman publication, available in Thursday’s (March 5) edition of the newspaper.

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández will serve as the panel moderator during this weekend's Housing for All Fair in Santa Fe.

I want to start highlighting efforts to improve the environment here in New Mexico, in each of the state's 33 counties.

A story on page A-1 published Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, about St. John’s College’s presidential inauguration incorrectly stated a member of the…

All six confirmed cases this year have occurred in Southern New Mexico jails in Doña Ana, Hidalgo and Luna counties.

The Cerrillos Road shop sold the items without the proper license and in the wrong zoning area, according to city staff.

A new diner in Angel Fire is serving up gumbo, pulled pork sandwiches, catfish beignets and other Southern and Southwestern comfort foods. “It’s good food for everybody — Southwestern comfort food, basically,” John Sturdivant, owner and...

The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association will host its 2026 Northeast Regional Meeting Thursday, April 2, at Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, according to a news release. “Our agenda is packed with timely, practical information tailored to...

Taos County saw major shifts in crime patterns over the last three years, changes driven in part by drug trafficking trends, funding cuts to animal welfare groups and expansions in law enforcement. According to annual crime data from the Taos...

Taos County released limited and redacted information related to how they recovered from last June's sophisticated ransomware attack, which extracted a total of 2 terabytes of data, according to an incident report dated July 8, 2025. County...

The Rio Fernando de Taos Revitalization Collaborative gathered input on the next step of the Rio Fernando Revitalization Project in a meeting on Feb. 19: what to do aboutLos Pandos Rd. Los Pandos road, as it runs from Gusdorf Rd. to Paseo del...

Disappointing amounts of snow this season, and longer than normal lift lines at Taos Ski Valley Saturday (Feb. 21) may have impacted the athletic component of the Ben Myers Ridge-A-Thon fundraiser this year, but it could not dampen the event’s...

At the Feb. 25 meeting of the Holy Cross Medical Center board of directors, Chair Paul Sands reported that the hospital is proud to pay a “living wage” to all full-time staff who have successfully completed onboarding and training. Unlike a...

According to a report delivered to the Taos County Commission by Roberto Zaragoza, Taos Central Dispatch communications director, Taos County Fire & EMS responded to a majority of fire and medical related 911 calls across the county in January...

After his last service dog passed away in 2024, Elizardo Arellano, a combat veteran from Arroyo Hondo, brought home a puppy named Rusty. Rusty was supposed to help Arellano manage PTSD, but the puppy’s energy and size became too much for him and...

The North Central Regional Transit District Blue Bus has appointed Bryan Walck deputy executive director of operations, according to a news release. Walck brings nearly two decades of public transportation experience to the Blue Bus. He will...

Social media use has contributed to the prevalence and severity of mental health problems in New Mexico’s children, but their parents and grandparents are ill equipped to protect them, a University of New Mexico professor of child psychiatry...

A federal inmate held in the Doña Ana County Detention Center has tested positive for measles according to a March 4 news release from the New Mexico Department of Health. This case brings the total number of 2026 measles cases in New Mexico to...

The Mexican Wolf Interagency Field Team has completed its annual count of Mexican wolves living in the wild in the Southwest, showing the population had increased to “a minimum of 319” by the end of 2025. It’s an increase of 33 wolves over the...

Plaintiffs in the landmark education lawsuit known as Yazzie/Martinez argue in new court documents the New Mexico Public Education Department’s action plan to address the complaint’s concerns still falls short. It lacks a full cost analysis,...

Over the years at Zorro Ranch, Jeffrey Epstein instructed his staff multiple times to move petroglyphs estimated to be hundreds of years old for the purpose of decoration, U.S. Justice Department emails and photos released in January...

New Mexico made strong progress in its goals to reform its troubled foster care system last year and is ready to start work on another set of goals, the state and plaintiffs in a landmark child welfare lawsuit said Monday (March 2). The New...

The Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society is offering reduced prices for cat and dog vaccines on Friday at the Spay/Neuter Wellness Cli…

Judge Maya Guerra Gamble did order Camp Mystic’s owners not to alter or demolish the cabins where campers were housed during the floods and no…

Once I'd completed my training, I realized quickly that socializing cats and dogs was my true love.

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Feb. 25, 2026 – March 1, 2026 Feb. 25 6:09 p.m. Harassment, Lovato Place — A caller from the NEST shelter said a few men there were...

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Feb. 23 – March 1, 2026. Animals currently in care: 86 Total intakes this week: 25 Transfers this week: 1 Animals in foster: 26 Pounds of food: 600 Number of animal...

Police have charged a teen boy in the shooting death of 30-year-old Malik Isaiah Richards late last month. Prosecutors arrested 16-year-old Seth Gomez and booked him into a juvenile detention facility on multiple criminal charges, including second-degree murder. An investigation into Gomez began after New Mexico State Police officers responded

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

SANTA ROSA — Procedural error accounts for why charges against an Albuquerque man facing 11 counts, four of them felonies, were not filed for about 17 months after the…

A federal inmate at the Doña Ana County Detention Center tested positive for measles, bringing the total number of cases in 2026 to six.

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —Albuquerque police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened early Wednesday morning.According to Albuquerque police, officers responded to the area of Menaul Boulevard and San Mateo Boulevard for a report of a shooting. Officers found one person who had been shot in the area.AdvertisementPolice say that person was

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

Native American history, music, a jazz brunch, a women of art market and more activities in Santa Fe this weekend.

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

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

WASHINGTON —Tax time is not a good time for seniors to find out that their Social Security benefits are being taxed after all, says Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM), who represents the state's 2nd congressional district.Vasquez fired off a letter Tuesday to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Social Security Administration Commissioner

Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) has announced that Chancellor James Johnston will deliver the 2026 State of Eastern Address at the Portales campus.

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

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

Luna Community College (LCC) has received formal notification from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) confirming that its Institutional Actions Council (IAC) has concurred with the findings of a Focused Visit peer review team, the visiting team sent by HLC to evaluate LCC’s progress, and affirmed that the College has demonstrated

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —FBI Albuquerque has now joined BCSO in the search for locating 68-year-old William Neil McCasland.McCasland, a retired U.S. Air Force General, was last seen at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, in the area of Quail Run Court NE, according to Deputies.AdvertisementBCSO says that over the past several

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

Texas, along with North Carolina and Arkansas, on Tuesday kicked off midterm elections with control of Congress at stake.

Officials emphasized the company is not liquidating and said inflation, tariffs and Albuquerque roadwork have taken a toll.

A new report says Rhode Island Catholic clergy abused hundreds of children for decades, while church leaders minimized the scandal.

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has launched a telehealth family planning program to help New Mexicans access affordable reproductive care from home.

A longtime state Department of Transportation employee has been tapped to lead the agency following the abrupt departure of former Secretary R…

The last two names of the six U.S. soldiers killed in a Kuwait attack have been released by the Pentagon, and they are from California and Iowa.

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

Five Republicans joined Democrats on Wednesday support the subpoena proposed by GOP Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A new Whole Foods location is coming to Albuquerque's Westside.The new location will be at Cottonwood Corners near Alameda and Ellison in a building that previously housed a furniture store.AdvertisementIt will be the third location in Albuquerque and the fourth in the state of New Mexico.An exact date

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

A new lawsuit says Google’s Gemini chatbot fueled a man’s delusions and nearly pushed him to commit a violent event near Miami's airport befor…

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

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

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

A recent sketch of a foot, attributed to Michelangelo but disputed by some as a copy, recently fetched $27.2 million at auction.

VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M. —Fire crews were able to extinguish a significant fire in Valencia County.First responding firefighters arrived to a large structure heaving engulfed in flames. The flames were contained to the building of origin.AdvertisementThe Valencia County Fire Department also said the structure was built with railroad ties, telephone poles

The beloved Beaver Creek Trail at the base of Hermit’s Peak is a potential recovery site for an Eco-village. The beloved Beaver Creek Trail at the base of Hermit’s Peak is a potential recovery site for an Eco-village. The University of New Mexico’s School of Architecture and Planning is sponsoring

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

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

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

Correcting this suggests a 1-meter or 3-foot rise could inundate up to 37% more land and threaten as many as 132 million more people.

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

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

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

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

Rio Rancho police identified Miguel Orlando Perez as the semitruck driver who struck and killed the sheriff's sergeant.

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

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

A new online dashboard showsPFAS, or "forever chemicals," are turning up in some drinking water systems across New Mexico.While PFAS has often been linked to military bases and airports, officials say it's also being detected in urban and rural areas because the chemicals have been used in consumer products for

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

But it may be worse than that

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Items for Northern Briefs may be submitted by sending them to jgarcia@riograndesun.com Submissions must be received no later than noon Monday for publication that week.

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

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

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

Honoring area writers and historians of New Mexico

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Eastern New Mexico University–Roswell (ENMU-R) recognized two outstanding faculty members with the prestigious National Institute for Staff and Organizational Developm…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

New Mexico State Police officers charged an Albuquerque man with multiple counts of child rape after he allegedly admitted to meeting up with a 14-year-old girl in Chimayó.

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

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

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

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

The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily throughout the Española Valley.

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

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

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

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

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

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

With the 1981 anthem “Celebrate Good Times” by Kool & the Gang blaring in the hallways, members of the University High School (UHS) Student Council and advisor Deb…

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

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

SANTA FE — The New Mexico House voted Saturday to pass a bill that eliminates facility fees — extra charges separate from doctors’ bills — for routine outpatient servi…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sunday, Feb. 1 *Arno Bornkamp guest saxophone recital – 2 p.m., Buchanan Hall, ENMU Music...Read More

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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...

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...

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,...

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

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

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

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...

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 ...

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...