CHICAGO (AP) — A 7-year-old girl was fatally stabbed while walking in front of businesses in a Chicago neighborhood, and people nearby detained the woman who attacked her, police said. Chicago police said the girl was walking in the Chatham neighborhood late Saturday morning when a woman carrying an unspecified

Albuquerque – Around 8:45 AM, firefighters from Albuquerque Fire Rescue were dispatched to Barstow St and Glendale Ave for reports of a hot air balloon that struck the power lines. A caller advised that the canopy was still draped over and dangling from the lines, and two occupants were inside

A balloon came into contact with power lines in northeast Albuquerque on Sunday morning.

A blue balloon hit power lines near La Cueva High School on Sunday. The post Balloon hits power lines on Day 2 of Balloon Fiesta appeared first on KOB 4 .

MIAMI (AP) — Nolo is no longer a hurricane. The powerful storm remains about as strong, but it changed names Sunday to a typhoon as it crossed the international dateline in the Pacific Ocean. Now Typhoon Nolo is located about 395 miles (640 kilometers) west-southwest of Lisianski Island and moving

Highway 60 has reopened to passenger vehicles and approved weighted trucks between Socorro and Magdalena. The post Highway 60 reopens to limited traffic between Socorro and Magdalena appeared first on KOB 4 .

This is Buttons. He’s small as a button, cute as one too. A perfect size of 18 lbs. and a perfect gentleman at 6 years old, with a smile that takes up approximately three-quarters of his face, Buttons is a little guy who’s impossible not to adore. Small package. Big

A look at fishing condiitons across NM. The post Trout fishing heats up as fall takes hold appeared first on Alamogordo News .

Sept. 24 at the regular Lea County Commission meeting, Nano Nuclear representatives approached the county asking for an extension on a land option near Xcel’s Cunningham Power Station west of Hobbs so it could push the project forward. The post Nano Nuclear Revives Plans for Lea County Nuclear Tails Facility

Whether it be from a painter, writer, or sculptor, the fact that the finished product is complete in their mind is numbing. The post Guitar & Pen: Conversations with other artists leave me speechless appeared first on Ruidoso News .

City of Durango Monday, Oct. 5 Business License Hearing for Blue Bear Kitchen, 3 p.m., Smith Council Chambers, 949 East Second Ave. Tuesday, Oct. 6 City Council Study Session, 2 p.m., Smith Council Chambers, 949 East Second Ave. City Council...

The recipe for a great chef is never the same for two people, dive into the culinary journey of Brendan Gochenour with this profile. The post Inn of the Mountain Gods chef named 2026 New Mexico Chef of the Year appeared first on Ruidoso News .

It's day 2 of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Follow and watch live coverage from Balloon Fiesta Park at the link in comments.

Items for Northern Briefs may be submitted by sending them to jgarcia@riograndesun.com Submissions must be received no later than noon Monday for publication that week. Library Events The Española Public Library and NDI New Mexico have teamed up to launch a new community education partnership with an afternoon of reading

CDOT responded with cleanup efforts, but not long-term fix

New Mexico’s unpaid Legislature may benefit those with flexible careers, professional connections, or institutional backing while limiting who can afford to serve. As voters consider Constitutional Amendment 4, the debate also highlights lawmakers’ conflicts of interest, weak recusal rules, and the need for broader reforms, including stronger ethics standards and

EDGEWOOD, N.M. — Every household within the Town of Edgewood will soon have out-of-pocket air ambulance expenses covered under a new municipal agreement approved by the town commission. Edgewood Town Manager Kelly Hamilton recently finalized a contract with PHI Air Medical, enrolling approximately 1,700 town households in the provider’s municipal

After moving 6,830 miles from Cameroon to Roswell, sophomore Debrice Ashung has become a standout four-sport varsity athlete. The soccer forward leads New Mexico with 29 goals during Roswell’s 11-1 season while also competing in basketball, track and football. His journey reflects resilience, gratitude and a commitment to encouraging teammates

Step into Cloudcroft’s past with The Sacramento Mountains Museum and the Haunted Village transformation that raises the dead--and funds--for the museum

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Air Force has brought home its bombers stationed at a U.S.-run military air base in England used to strike Iran following an investigation into a planned terror attack at the RAF Fairford base. The bombers were redeployed to their home bases in the United States,

President Donald Trump has tapped his director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton, to lead a new government task force on artificial intelligence. Trump is calling it the “Super Intelligence Force” because he's tried to rebrand AI as “super intelligence.” The announcement Sunday comes after Trump hosted top executives of AI

Piedra Vista's Kael Farley (0) turns the corner while receiving blocking from Brian Wager (64) during the first half of a football game against Santa Fe, Friday, Sept. 25, 2026 at Hutchison Stadium (Charles Cook/Special to The Tri-City Record)Charles Cook FARMINGTON – District campaigns are in full swing for a

A look at fishing condiitons across NM. The post Trout fishing heats up as fall takes hold appeared first on Ruidoso News .

I don’t know what the road ahead looks like for our mountain community, but I do know the One who will go with us every step of the way. The post Pastor’s Sermon: Lord, give us rest during these trying times appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Fort Lewis College fifth-year quarterback Sam Jones throws a pass against South Dakota Mines on Saturday at FLC. (Courtesy Kaitlyn Silva) DURANGO – Five turnovers sank the Fort Lewis College football team in a 30-16 loss to South Dakota Mines on Saturday at Ray Dennison Memorial Stadium. Despite outgaining the

After a successful first day of Albuquerque's International Balloon Fiesta, crowds and balloon pilots are ready to go back at it again with another green flag for Sunday. The post Green flag issued on Day 2 of Balloon Fiesta appeared first on KOB 4 .

NEW YORK (AP) — On the cusp of the studio’s merger with Paramount, Warner Bros.’ “Digger” flopped in its opening weekend, handing Tom Cruise one of the worst debuts of his career and serving as a bitter final note for Warner Bros. as a standalone studio. No. 1 in North

A search continued Sunday off the Massachusetts coast for an air ambulance carrying six people that disappeared during a flight from Bermuda to Boston as authorities planned to comb the seabed floor, the U.S. Coast Guard said. The Federal Aviation Administration contacted the Coast Guard at 2 a.m. Saturday that

Florida’s stint in the top 10 of the AP Top 25 rankings proved short-lived. The Gators fell in the rankings after losing in a rout to Missouri. The Tigers climbed 11 spots to No. 14 and jumped over the Gators in the process. Florida dropped eight spots to No. 16.

VIENNA, Georgia (AP) — Two people were shot to death in a hail of gunfire and nearly three dozen others were injured at a homecoming weekend block party early Sunday morning in southern Georgia, according to state law enforcement officials. More than 1,000 people were gathered at the site, and

Christa Pike has remained unconscious and on a ventilator at a hospital in the four days since her failed execution in Tennessee, and her prognosis might not be known for days more, one of her lawyers said Sunday. Little has been released about Pike’s condition since Wednesday night’s execution attempt.

TOKYO (AP) — Japanese police arrested a U.S. Marine in the alleged robbery and murder of a woman on Okinawa, officials said Sunday, the latest criminal case on the southern island where the heavy American troop presence has remained a sensitive issue. The Okinawa prefectural police said they arrested a

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Sunday tapped Jay Clayton, his director of national intelligence, to lead a new government task force on artificial intelligence. Trump is calling it the “Super Intelligence Force,” because he has tried to rebrand AI as “super intelligence.” The announcement comes after Trump hosted

BALTIMORE (AP) — A 12-year-old girl was killed when she was caught in the crossfire of gunshots between two men who apparently were arguing over a parking space in a Baltimore park where a youth football game was being played, police said. Officers responded to Leon Day Park at 6:15

WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s glitzier. And there’s way more gold. The People’s House museum exhibit has overhauled its replica Oval Office for visitors to experience President Donald Trump’s second-term design choices. Gleaming vases, golden-hued swirling onlays, two dozen portraits in heavy gilded frames and knickknacks crowding nearly every available surface:

Scenes from the Bulldogs 51-0 over Chaparral on Friday night.

In this week’s business roundup: The former Olde Tymer’s Cafe building gets a makeover in preparation for a new restaurant, while Durango-based Higher Purpose Homes is recognized as the Economic Development Council of Colorado’s Company of the Year for its...

UNM wide receiver Bailen George races to the end zone on his way to a second quarter touchdown in the second quarter of a college football game against UTEP, Saturday at University Stadium. (Courtesy of UNM Athletics) ALBUQUERQUE — Toa Fa’avae threw three touchdown passes and New Mexico scored in

Colorado State interim head coach Tyson Summers speaks to the officials during an NCAA college football game against Wyoming, Oct. 25, 2025, in Laramie, Wyo. (Milo Gladstein /The Wyoming Tribune Eagle via Associated Press file) Talk about getting run out of the building. Not long after the start of what

EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Frankie Llerandi, 21, has been unable to land a single internship in his three years at Michigan State University. He will graduate in the spring with an economics degree and an interest in data analytics, but true adulthood seems maddeningly far away. Most of his

SCOTLANDVILLE, La. (AP) — If you cross the Mississippi River on the Huey P. Long-O.K. Allen Bridge, pass the Exxon Refinery, then head north for a few minutes, you’ll find a pocket of Louisiana that’s unlike any other place in America’s never-ending battle over what it means to have equal

Brazilians voted Sunday in a pivotal presidential election dominated by incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and his ideological opposite, Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro. Preelection polls suggested both have a chance of winning outright, but if neither gets a majority of the vote, a runoff will be held on Oct. 25.

The public hasn’t viewed a single frame yet from director Greta Gerwig’s movie adaptation from the classic children’s book series, “The Chronicles of Narnia,” but a casting decision is already generating outrage from many conservative Christian commentators. They’re distressed by news that a female actor — the Oscar-winning Meryl Streep

The first balloon glow of the 2026 fiesta delighted attendees with its magical atmosphere, sparking awe and nostalgia among visitors.

HALDEN, Norway (AP) — Two people were killed and another seriously injured Sunday when a shooter opened fire on a hunting party in southern Norway, police said. The suspect was arrested at the scene and is not believed to be part of the hunting party, police said in a statement.

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Authorities in the United Arab Emirates shared with Israel a list of passengers and crew ahead of the FlyDubai flight on which a pilot attempted to seize control of the Israel-bound aircraft and crash it, regional officials said Sunday, raising new questions over how the

NEW YORK (AP) — It was one woman, then another, and another, until a trickle became a flood. Countless women, and some men, posting on social media that they were Jane Doe, in support of a young woman using that name to file a lawsuit against Cornell University and seven

Albuquerque firefighters helped an uninjured hiker out of a drainage after they became lost about three miles up the Embudo trail

Former UFC fighter Diego Sanchez faces a probation hearing after Socorro police arrested him on suspicion of drunken driving and released lapel video. The post New video shows former UFC fighter’s arrest in Socorro County appeared first on KOB 4 .

A field full of hot air balloons lit up the park during the Balloon Glow, and more Fiesta events are set for Saturday morning and night. The post Balloon Glow lights up Balloon Fiesta Park appeared first on KOB 4 .

More than 25 Tomasita's employees now have temporary work after a fire shut down the restaurant during Balloon Fiesta. The post Local restaurants offer temporary jobs to Tomasita’s workers after fire appeared first on KOB 4 .

YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Nearly 1,500 Myanmar nationals who were sent back from Malaysia arrived in the country’s largest city on Sunday, despite warnings from the United Nations refugee agency and rights groups that conditions for return remain unsafe. Myanmar has been in turmoil since the military seized power from

MANILA (AP) — It’s a day for wagging tails, happy faces and a special annual blessing at the Malate Church in Manila. Every Oct. 4, Catholics mark the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and ecology, remembered for his humility, compassion and deep love

PARIS (AP) — After a weekend lull, high schoolers in France are expected back at the barricades this coming week in their protest movement that is rattling the government of President Emmanuel Macron. A key question is whether violence on the margins of the demonstrations will worsen, blurring the lines

President says Cunningham is committed to “strong borders,” low taxes, and Second Amendment; Vasquez blasts his “extreme agenda” and Iran war support.

AKROPONG-AKUAPEM, Ghana (AP) — The Indigenous Akuapem people in eastern Ghana celebrated this week their military victory over the Ashanti Empire 200 years ago, a vast, sprawling and powerful 18th-century West African state. The battle helped reshape the area into what has become part of modern Ghana. The empire might

Yemen’s government has announced a major military operation against the Iran -backed Houthi rebels as they advance in the outskirts of a key city. Meanwhile, an Israeli strike has killed at least one person in Gaza as Palestinians report a recent surge in such strikes across the enclave. And Iran’s

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced a new aid package for Ukraine worth more than 1.3 billion euros ($1.5 billion) during a visit to Kyiv on Sunday, as Russia escalated its attacks on Ukrainian cities. The aerial war has intensified, with Moscow menacing cities across Ukraine with

Advocates warn rules could restrict access to veterans, rural residents and end-of-life care patients who seek medical psilocybin for a range of health problems.

Video surveillance showed the suspects stealing jewelry from a kiosk on Sunday.

Johnny Anaya has been charged with burglary, criminal damage to property and resisting, evading or obstructing a police officer.

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta pins celebrate Route 66’s centennial with designs inspired by neon signs, classic cars, and the nostalgia of the historic highway.

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is honoring Route 66's 100th anniversary with themed balloons, a drone show, and a classic car showcase.

Santa Fe police arrested a 37-year-old man after they said he burglarized a storage facility and tried to hide when officers found him with a drone. The post Burglary suspect arrested in Santa Fe after allegedly hiding from drone appeared first on KOB 4 .

SEPANG, Malaysia (AP) — Max Verstappen’s long wait for another Formula 1 race win is finally over. The title race might be over, too. Verstappen took his first victory of an often-frustrating year for the four-time champion at Formula 1’s Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia on Sunday. A retirement for

Rep. Marianna Anaya accused Republicans of leaking confidential information while a GOP member confirmed plans to depose Haaland and Stansbury…

New Mexico governors have served two consecutive terms since a 1990s constitutional amendment. Control has flipped between the parties reflect…

Former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull won a three-man primary with the least amount of money — a disadvantage haunting him again in his matchup a…

Haaland’s pitch centered on policies including early literacy for children, a public health insurance option and expanded tax credits for fami…

New Mexicans can start early voting Tuesday for a significant general election that includes selecting a new governor and other statewide offi…

Democrat Deb Haaland and Republican Gregg Hull offer their views in response to The New Mexican's questions.

Yup. Two years — and counting — since I joined The Santa Fe New Mexican.

The Carlsbad Cavemen fell 6-0 to Clovis on Saturday while playing short-handed because of injuries. The Cavemen, now 2-13-2 and 0-2 in District 5-4A, travel to Roswell Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Cavegirls battled Clovis to a 1-1 draw and return home Tuesday to host the Roswell Coyotes. The post Cavemen Fall

Families gathered at Vista Del Norte Park to chase and watch hot air balloons land

Tarik Skubal tossed six dominant innings in scorching heat and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 5-3 in Game 1 of their NL Division Series. The game-time temperature was 100 degrees, just shy of a Dodger Stadium record. Skubal allowed one run and two hits, striking out seven

September marks Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and Memorial Medical Center is shining a light on the most common cancer diagnosed in men, after skin cancer. It is also the second-leading cause of cancer-related death, after lung cancer. The...

The General Federation of Women’s Club Progress Club of Las Cruces is hosting its 12th annual fundraising golf tournament on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Red Hawk Golf Club, 7502 Red Hawk Golf Road on the East Mesa just north of U.S. Highway...

If you have ever opened an Explanation of Benefits after a medical visit and felt like you were trying to read a foreign language, you are not alone. Between deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and network restrictions, navigating healthcare can...

“We are the only hospice we know of who is able to arrange our own transportation,” Mesilla Valley Hospice Chief Operating Officer Mario Prieto said Sept. 24, after MVH’s first ever non-emergency transport vehicle received a blessing and became...

On Tuesday, Sept. 22 at the Los Alamos County Council meeting in White Rock, Los Alamos Fire Department had the honor of presenting the Phoenix Award to LAFD and Emergency Communications personnel whose lifesaving response helped a community member, Alexei Skurikhan, survive cardiac arrest and return home to his family.

Nearing its 20th year, Hestia Fund has given money to some Santa Fe nonprofits for more than a decade and is also focusing on helping new orga…

A rancher near Lamy will be paid $19,000 by Santa Fe County after the local government knocked down his fence and built a portion of a recreat…

Voters in November will be weighing in on a range of statewide and local candidates, bonds and ballot questions.

A flood warning remains in effect for the Rio Puerco near Bernardo after the river reached 19.7 feet and threatened homes near San Francisco. The post Flood warning in effect for Rio Puerco near Bernardo appeared first on KOB 4 .

State Police fatally shoot person in Albuquerque while filming 'COPS' Albuquerque Journal

Hurricane Rachel has been upgraded to a Category 3 storm off Mexico’s Pacific coast, according to the National Hurricane Center. The storm, lo…

Christopher Douglas Baca, 33, is accused of firing multiple rounds into a truck and striking Brian Charlie in the head early Friday morning.

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (KVIA) -- New Mexico football (3-1) is off to a solid start to it's first game of conference play, leading their old conference rival UTEP (1-3) by a score of 21 to 0 at halftime. The Lobos have controlled the game on both sides of the ball, using

President Donald Trump is promising more payments to voters just ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections. This time, the checks are going to more than 20 million seniors, giving them $90 each to help pay for Medicare premiums. It's the latest in a series of such promises ahead of

Gunner Stockton throws for 295 yards and three touchdowns as No. 2 Georgia defeats Vanderbilt 38-14. The Bulldogs improve to 5-0 with the win on Saturday. Georgia scores an opening drive touchdown for the fourth time this season. Vanderbilt, led by backup quarterback Blaze Berlowitz, ties the game at 7-all

Munetaka Murakami hit a two-run homer, five Chicago pitchers combined for a three-hitter and the White Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 in Game 1 of their AL Division Series. Colson Montgomery added an RBI double for the White Sox, who have won nine of their last 11 games dating

Albuquerque – On Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, around 12:20 PM, the New Mexico State Police were involved in an officer-involved shooting near California and Cochiti. The suspect was pronounced deceased. Authorities with the NMSP report that no officers were injured. While on scene we observed a New Mexico State Police

[caption id="attachment_108784" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)Republican state Rep. Luis Terrazas, left, and Democrat...

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Gila Regional Medical Center has been named a regional hub in a new state health initiative, one that could bring up ...

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The shooting occurred Saturday in the International District. No officers were injured.

Keelon Russell passed for 285 yards and three touchdowns to go with a rushing score, and No. 7 Alabama routed 16th-ranked Mississippi State 56-23 in a matchup of previously unbeaten teams. Trae’shawn Brown ran for two touchdowns, Rico Scott caught two scoring passes and Dijon Lee Jr. returned an interception

New Mexico State Police said an officer shot and killed a suspect in Albuquerque Saturday. There is no ongoing threat to the public. The post Albuquerque man fatally shot by NMSP after firing stolen gun during chase appeared first on KOB 4 .

Michele Sleighel has created a sanctuary for unwanted and retired horses at River Thunder Ranch. The two-acre property sits just outside El Paso in Anthony, New Mexico.

A federal judge dismissed much of Alec Baldwin’s lawsuit against prosecutors in his manslaughter case, saying prosecutorial immunity applies e…

Albuquerque police charged a 41-year-old woman under Bennie’s Law after her 14-year-old son accidentally shot his 14-year-old friend. The post Albuquerque woman charged under Bennie’s Law after teen shooting appeared first on KOB 4 .

Manuel Jim, right, of Farmington serves bacon to Betsy Anderson of Forest Lakes at the Bar D Chuckwagon breakfast as part of the Durango Cowboy Gathering on Saturday in Durango. (Josh Stephenson/Special to the Herald) From left, Paula Miller of...

Balloonists, residents and tourists alike embraced the romanticism and wonder of flight as the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta continues to provide…

President Donald Trump is urging people to call the personal cellphone number of Republican Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas after posting the numb…

The United Arab Emirates says the co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight that nearly crashed with 182 people on board attacked the captain with the coc…

He is also pledging greater transparency amid mounting outrage over the school’s handling of the case.

The 2-acre property sits just outside El Paso in Anthony, N.M. Michele Sleighel started the rescue after moving back to the El Paso area in 2022.

President Donald Trump is urging people to call the personal cellphone number of Republican Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas after posting the number online. Trump wants the Senate to help pass the Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving time permanent. The bill passed the House in July but some

Seven balloon incidents reported on Fiesta’s opening day Albuquerque Journal

A leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says an explosion in online prediction markets and sports betting is fostering gre…

Pancakes, pig roasts and airplanes were on the schedule at air park south of Durango

Timothy (Tim) Thomas Fife, PE, PMP, SCPM, 72, of White Rock, NM passed peacefully into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in his home, surrounded by loved ones on August 30, 2026. Tim faced the challenges of Lewy Body Dementia with grace and strength, never losing

UPDATED 9-30-2026 Today *Preschool storytime: “Owl Be Seeing You” — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library, 218 S. Ave. B, Portales. Information: 575-356-3940 *Teens and Tweens programming: Game On: Bring your favorite board games – 4:30 p.m., Portales Public Library, 218 S. Ave. B, Portales. Open to ages 11-18. Information: 575-356-3940

Despite several schools withdrawing, ENMU-Ruidoso runners delivered strong performances at the team’s invitational. The post Cross country meet not big, but successful for ENMU-Ruidoso appeared first on Ruidoso News .

COUNTY NEWS RELEASE Get ready to race, roll, and get creative! Los Alamos County Recreation Division is hosting its second year of the Bathtub Gravity Race, a free, soapbox-style gravity race taking place Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10am-12pm. Participants will race homemade, bathtub-inspired carts downhill along Central Avenue and

BY LYNETTE (LYNNE) MCLEANWhite Rock I was thrilled when my friend Steven Lynne decided to run for County Council. I can not think of anyone more qualified for that position. Steven and his family moved to Los Alamos 30 years ago when he was hired as Budget Officer for the

By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — President Donald Trump officially endorsed Republican Greg Cunningham’s bid for Congress in a social media post today where the president once again […]

President Donald Trump is promising more payments to voters just ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections.

The head of Tennessee’s prison system is resigning after the failed execution of Christa Pike. The announcement was made Saturday by Gov. Bill…

The following is a condensed list of reports made to Taos Central Dispatch within the Town of Taos from Aug. 26, 2026 – Aug. 30, 2026. Aug. 26 3:41 a.m. Information Report, Paseo del Pueblo Sur — Caller said his debit card was stolen the...

By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — President Donald Trump officially endorsed Republican Greg Cunningham’s bid for Congress in a social media post today where the president once again called on New Mexicans to rename the state “New America” and mispronounced the Hispanic pronunciation of current Democratic Congressman Gabe

Three days have passed since FlyDubai attack but the two uniformed crew members who stepped in to stabilize and land the lane are still not publicly identified. FlyDubai has described them only as crew members traveling on the plane. It’s not clear why the airline hasn't said more. But a

A balloon got caught in power lines while landing south of Balloon Fiesta Park on Saturday. The post Balloon crashes near Journal Center on Day 1 of Balloon Fiesta appeared first on KOB 4 .

Bayfield Belles talk Western heritage and remembrance of ranching lifestyle

BY MIKE HOLTZCLAWChancellorUNM-Los Alamos In 2026, earning a certificate or degree is an economic necessity for a lot of people. According to The Lumina Foundation, a community college education returns about $4.80 in future income for every dollar a student invests. General Obligation Bond 3 will help New Mexico students

EDGEWOOD, N.M. — Jackson Poole may consider himself an introvert at heart, but as the Town of Edgewood’s newly appointed recreational lead, he is making one thing clear to area residents: his door is wide open. A New Mexico native who grew up just down the road in Cedar Crest,

There are pumpkin cheesecakes—and then there is this one. Rich, silky pumpkin cheesecake gets a Southwest-inspired twist with a Mexican hot chocolate crust, a whisper of cayenne, and ribbons of buttery caramel. Finished with billowy whipped cream and a generous caramel drizzle, this is a dessert designed to make an

JJ Chavez serves as mayor pro tem for the city of Carlsbad and represents District 2 on the Carlsbad City Council. The post JJ Chavez: All roads lead to WIPP appeared first on Carlsbad Current Argus .

Carlsbad police arrest records from Sept. 22-29 list arrests involving aggravated DWI, controlled-substance possession, battery, domestic violence, shoplifting, warrants, probation violations and driving offenses. Several juveniles were arrested for battery, alcohol-related offenses or shoplifting. The records include allegations only; all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The post Carlsbad

Growing up in Cameroon presented challenges that extended beyond athletics. Ashung often walked several miles to school in intense heat and faced fierce competition on the soccer field. He said the experience helped shape him. The post From Cameroon to Roswell, Debrice Ashung becomes four-sport star at Roswell High appeared

A scenic cliff on the wave-swept coast of Hawaii’s Big Island has collapsed. That is according to the National Park Service. The Holei Sea Arch, located in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, was about 90 feet high before it collapsed sometime between Sept. 23 and Sept. 27, possibly when the

Doctors nationwide have warned for years that energy drinks contain high levels of caffeine that can seriously harm children. Effects can include abnormal heartbeats, increased heart rate, sleep disturbances, high blood pressure and seizures. A newly formed coalition of doctors is highlighting these risks in the wake of a sponsorship

Siah Correa Hemphill New Mexicans disagree about plenty of things politically. But one frustration that crosses party lines and reaches from Albuquerque and Santa Fe to Las Cruces, Farmington, Roswell and our rural communities is that Washington is not working as well as Americans expect it to. Congress moves from

Joseph Vazquez, 22, was arrested after a 1-year-old was sent to an El Paso hospital with a bite mark to his cheek and his face covered in bruises. The post Alamogordo man arrested for biting and beating toddler appeared first on Ruidoso News .

Juicy berries, tender homemade biscuits, and billowy whipped cream create a nostalgic, indulgent classic. The post CULINARY CONFIDENTIAL: Heavenly Strawberry Shortcake appeared first on Ruidoso News .

A recap of the season ending tournament for the NMBNK series. The post Hoffman reels in year-end victory with 19-fish haul appeared first on Ruidoso News .

America’s multibillion-dollar market for impairing hemp products faces potential elimination before the end of the year.

An Ohkay Owingeh man who crashed his car into another vehicle in Cordova, leaving two people with serious injuries, received the maximum sentence of three years under a plea deal. Christian Tapia, 25, previously pleaded guilty, May 1, to one count of DWI and two counts of great bodily injury

I learned only recently that lawyer and one-time Río Arriba County sheriff, Benny Naranjo, had died. I promptly thought of a chance conversation, an impactful visit that I had with Benny one night years ago as we sat over beers at Española’s appropriately named Saints & Sinners bar. It was

Colorado's Boulder County is one of dozens of governments around the United States suing oil and gas companies to help pay for damage caused by disasters linked to climate change. The county's case is part of a wave of climate change litigation across the United States and the world, with

It's Balloon time Albuquerque! The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has high hopes for a green flag to fly on day one of the fiesta. The post Green flag issued on first day of Balloon Fiesta appeared first on KOB 4 .

Water efficiency and drought management top of mind after dry summer

A new campaign advertisement for Democrat U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is leaning heavily into law enforcement — but its biggest claim does not survive a look at the federal spending records. The ad features Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen declaring, “Congressman Gabe Vasquez supports law enforcement. Period.” Then comes the

A Clovis district judge on Sept. 25 declined to issue a preliminary injunction to prevent Curry County officials from acting on an agreement with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Judge Fred Van Soelen wrote that he does not believe an injunction is warranted since Curry County commissioners and

An AP-NORC poll finds that voters are deeply dissatisfied with President Donald Trump and his Republican Party heading into the Nov. 3 elections.

A 13-year-old Highland Middle School student accused of shooting and stabbing special education teacher Kelly Matthews will remain in custody, following a Fifth Judicial District Court ruling. RT faces charges including attempted first-degree murder, aggravated assault, weapons violations, evidence tampering and resisting arrest. Matthews survived and continues recovering in a

A $10 million federal investment is funding repairs to U.S. Highway 285 near New Mexico’s Waste Isolation Pilot Plant. The New Mexico Department of Transportation and Department of Energy began work Oct. 1, with the state given one year to spend the funds. Officials say annual support is needed to

Southeast New Mexico College will host its annual Taste of Culture from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 15 at 1500 University Drive in Carlsbad. The free public event invites community members to sample foods from around the world, learn about cultural traditions, and celebrate Eddy County’s diversity. For information, call

MORIARTY, N.M. — Mateo Manley-Griego scored four touchdowns, Mario Romero added three more on the ground, and the Moriarty Pintos rolled to an emphatic 59-6 homecoming victory over the Socorro Warriors on Friday night. Moriarty (5-1) overwhelmed Socorro (0-6) from the opening whistle, hanging 34 points on the scoreboard in

Colorado's Boulder County is one of dozens of governments around the United States suing oil and gas companies to help pay for damage caused b…

Artesia mercy-rules Chaparral 51-0.

The Valley Vikings football team joined Devin J Martin in studio for New Mexico Gameday Friday night. The post NM Gameday: Oct. 2 appeared first on KOB 4 .

Pine River Commons nearly full with more units on the way

A dual U.K.-Iranian national arrested on suspicion of plotting a terror attack following a security incident at a U.S.-run military air base i…

Santa Rosa spoiled Loving’s homecoming Friday with a 33-13 victory at George Frederick Field. Lions standout Preston Muniz scored four touchdowns, while Marcos Velasquez added a 14-yard touchdown run. Rider Gonzalez and Arion Lopez scored for the Falcons, who fell to 3-3 and open District 2-4A play at Eunice on

Three things to watch for as New Mexico renews its decades-long rivalry with UTEP Albuquerque Journal

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Girls basketball standout Harper Dunn commits to Oklahoma Albuquerque Journal

Republican hopeful faces three-time incumbent Democrat in NM's bluest congressional district Albuquerque Journal

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Governor’s race deep dive

New Mexico Democrats allege Republicans’ use of A.I.-generated images constitutes a violation of a law against deepfakes in campaign ads.

Members of the task force sent a letter Thursday to two legislative committees, summarizing 11 changes they believe the state should consider.

The pandemic, which drove nationwide meat processing capacity problems, prompted New Mexico to launch the new program.

Customs and Border Protection and the Department of Homeland Security have not commented on the ruling.

The region's water authority has come under fire for distributing high arsenic drinking water to customers without telling them.

ABQ RAW’s Top Stories brings together the most important headlines across the metro area in one easy recap. From police investigations and emergency response updates to community-impacting events, this weekly roundup highlights the stories shaping Albuquerque right now. This week’s roundup is sponsored by Singleton Schreiber, a personal injury law

The event for Santa Fe-filmed Angel and the Badman comes as leaders hope for an end to the film industry’s several-year slump.

The heart of Southwestern College, which is headquartered off Airport Road, is its on-campus Tierra Nueva Counseling Center.

The free event invites residents to ask city and county leaders tough questions about the region’s behavioral health system.

A public records request regarding a July 27 meeting between Oracle and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham provided virtually no information on its content.

KRWG Public Media is covering the New Mexico State Representative race for district 33. Early voting opens October 6th. Democratic candidate Micaela Lara Cadena spoke to Noah Raess.

NMSU NEA rallied outside the board of regents meeting saying they have been bargaining over a contract for more than 600 days.

Albuquerque – On October 1st, 2026, Christina Bruno and John Bottegoni decided to spice up their love life by fleeing from an Albuquerque Police Officer attempting to do a traffic stop near Chico Rd and Pennsylvania St. According to the criminal complaint, the officer identified the first driver as smaller

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has approved more than $16 million for a state-run cemetery for veterans in Carlsbad.

A lawsuit alleges a deputy tackled a motorcyclist to the ground, grabbed him by the throat and slammed his head into the gravel.

Santa Fe police arrested 20-year-old Kevin Fonseca Rivera on a first-degree felony count of rape of a child under 13 years old.

New Mexico, in a coalition of 26 states, counties and cities, sued the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Friday over a rollback of fuel economy standards for passenger cars and trucks manufactured in the United States. The lawsuit argues the rollback will increase gasoline consumption by billions of gallons

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Local and federal authorities seized hundreds of grams of narcotics and made more than 200 arrests during a five-week-long operation targeting violent crime. The U.S. Marshals Service District of New Mexico said it happened in Las Cruces and the surrounding areas. Operation Triple Beam-Prolific started

LCPD, joined by federal law enforcement, announced the results of a five-week operation that resulted in firearm and drug seizures and multiple arrests.

The New Mexico Foundation for Open Government, a public records watchdog, sued a New Mexico Livestock Board official on Friday alleging that the board violated state public records law by illegally redacting investigative reports about former board employees.

Film Las Cruces and The Asylum will host a free Oct. 10 screening of Summerween at the Rio Grande Theatre, followed by a cast and crew Q&A.

Retired federal judge named hearing examiner for Project Jupiter permit Albuquerque Journal

A retired federal judge has been appointed to oversee the environmental permit proceeding for Project Jupiter following the recusal of the pre…

Artesia Bullldogs win 51-0 over the Chaparral Lobos.

When Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin declared in September that Immigration and Customs Enforcement could serve warrants on individuals at polling places this fall, officials in Denver, a liberal city where roughly 14% of residents are foreign-born, quickly sued. “Every day we find new things to be astonished about but

Absentee and early voting begins for Nov. 3 election in Curry, Roosevelt, and Quay Counties....

Tennessee is facing criticism after the failed execution of Christa Pike. The state carries out few executions but has had more errors than ot…

A new coalition concerned about money’s growing influence on New Mexico politics is urging state lawmakers to consider legislation this January that would ban corporations from political spending.

Josiah Ontiveros, the youngest defendant in the 2025 Young Park mass shooting case, was sentenced to 90 years in prison.

Western New Mexico University’s School of Business reached a record 348 declared majors this fall, with gains across several degree programs.

KC Counts talked with Hull, the Republican candidate for New Mexico governor, about some of the top issues facing the state.

Saturday is the 2nd Annual Southern New Mexico Book Festival, and two brothers, aged 9 and 11, will be reading and featuring their own work.

KC Counts talks with the Democratic candidate for governor about her plans for New Mexico if she is elected.

Freeport Provides Third-Quarter 2026 Operational Update To download a PDF of the release, please visit the following link: Freeport Provides Third-Quarter 2026 Operational Update Third-quarter 2026 consolidated copper and gold production approximated expectations Third-quarter 2026 consolidated copper sales expected to approximate July estimates; consolidated gold sales impacted by timing in

As midterm elections approach, some voters are worried about immigration enforcement officers at polling places.

WASHINGTON — This summer, arrests of immigrants in the United States soared to the highest levels since President Donald Trump returned to office. An unprecedented increase in cooperation between local and state law enforcement and federal immigration officers through collaborations known as 287(g) agreements helped drive numbers up. The agreements

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- Police asked for help finding a person involved in a hit-and-run in Las Cruces. The Las Cruces Police Department said it happened Friday at 6 a.m. LCPD said witnesses reported a vehicle driving east on Idaho Avenue hit a person crossing the intersection at Forster

Congratulations to Western New Mexico University international student Ricardo Mancinas who has been recognized for his academic achievements with a […]

Jobs across the United States rose by 29,000 in September, a disappointing result as recent growth was also revised down in Friday’s monthly jobs report, the last one before midterm elections. September growth was a large dip from a strong August number that was revised down from 162,000 to 133,000

Institutions near and far visited as part of small-town outreach program

The Group of Seven rich democracies say they've agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil and fuel products, starting with “substantial” am…

Scientists in Argentina are trying to find out why unusually high numbers of baby whales are washing up dead along the Patagonian coast.

Congo's Ebola outbreak has resulted in over 4,000 deaths, with authorities struggling to contain the virus.

(Photo by Derek Medina/House of Medina Images) Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland shakes hands with a constituent, as Rio Arriba County Commissioner Alex Naranjo (right) looks on, during the Democratic Party of Rio Arriba County matanza. The event was from 1-4 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Delancey Street Foundation. Lieutenant

An Alamogordo man faces a third-degree felony child abuse charge after allegedly repeatedly punching and terrorizing his 8-year-old step-son. According to court documents, the boy developed suicidal thoughts and self-harmed because of the alleged abuse. Billy Mayfield was released on his own recognizance, with a preliminary examination scheduled for Oct.

Registration for Holloman Air Force Base’s annual Ace of Races closes at noon October 9, ahead of the October 10 event. Participants can choose from a marathon, half-marathon, 5K or 1-mile kids’ dash. The race honors World War II fighter pilot Major Richard Bong, known as the “Ace of Aces.”

An Alamogordo woman is wanted on a warrant accusing her of embezzling $21,941 from the Allsup’s on U.S. Highway 70. Investigators allege Casandra Christopher took cash, unclaimed change and used Cash App fraud during 133 transactions between April and July 2025. Store video reportedly linked her to the transactions, and

Architect Henry C. Trost shaped the built environment of southern New Mexico, designing schools, homes, hotels and public buildings across Alamogordo, Cloudcroft and the Tularosa Basin. Influenced by Chicago modernism, Prairie architecture and Spanish colonial traditions, Trost developed “Arid America,” adapting buildings to desert climate. Though more than 600 structures

Nationwide warrants have been issued for Hope Olden of Alamogordo and Jeffrey Hyre of Albuquerque in connection with alleged vehicle-buying fraud. Investigators say both used the same fraudulent cashier’s check, with Hyre also accused of identity theft after purchasing a Cadillac using another man’s identity. Olden allegedly bought a Dodge

Police activity in the area of East Idaho Avenue, with portions of the area near Austin’s Jewelry and La Mission Plaza currently blocked off. ⚠️

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The attack on a pilot by his co-pilot on a Tel Aviv-bound flight this week has raised questions about the state of aviation security and furth…

A notable cross country performance highlights the recent events in the local sports world as Española Valley High School senior Elijah Martinez blistered through the Sal Gonzales Jamboree. Cross Country Sept. 19 Boys The Sundevils Elijah Martinez took fifth in the Jamboree at the former state championship course at Rio

One reason many balloonists fly in Albuquerque is because of the Albuquerque Box. Here's the science behind the famous wind pattern.

SANDIA PARK, N.M. — The East Mountains Protection Action Coalition (EMPAC) will host its second annual Community Gathering on Monday, October 19, from 6–8 p.m. at Lantern Ridge Market in Sandia Park, bringing residents, community leaders, and elected officials together for an evening focused on issues shaping the future of

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ESTANCIA, NM — It was a deeply meaningful Dig Pink night as the Estancia Lady Bears welcomed the East Mountain Lady Timberwolves. Together, players, families, and fans honored everyone touched by breast cancer. A silent auction was held to support the Juan Cuevas family, and in a touching tribute, athletes

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance both hit the campaign trail to boost Republican enthusiasm ahead of the midterm elections.

Tularosa’s four-game winning streak ended with a 14-7 loss to Tucumcari on Sept. 25, falling prey to penalties and turnovers. The post Tularosa drops narrow loss to Tucumcari appeared first on Alamogordo News .

The youth, identified only as RT in court documents, appeared for a detention hearing in front of Judge Michael Stone at the Lea County Judicial Center in Lovington. He’s been held in the Lea County Juvenile Detention facility in Lovington since he was taken into custody Friday following the shooting.

New Mexico’s Legislature is said to be the only “unpaid” legislative body in the nation, but that’s not quite true. Our legislators receive a “per diem” (daily pay when they are in Santa Fe or at committee hearings of $247) which does not include mileage reimbursement. The post Paul Gessing:

The Bible represents humanity attempting to understand God. Across the pages of the Bible, we find countless expressions of people attempting to make sense of the world as best they can given the limited knowledge they have in the moment. The post Rev. David Rogers: The truth shall set you

A court battle that began when conservative-led states sued to block protections for transgender people has ended in a rollback of protections for people with disabilities — a result disability advocates have feared for months. At the end of August, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services joined the

Durango-based rocket propulsion device manufacturer boasts rapid growth over four years

Joel Racheff, a member of the Bar-D Wranglers, performs at Animas Valley Elementary School on Thursday as part of the Durango Cowboy Gathering in all Durango School District schools. The gathering is underway with the parade in downtown Durango at...

Hi there! My name is May, and if you’ve got a spot on your couch—and maybe some trail mix in your pocket—I think we should talk. I’m a 2-year-old Catahoula mix, tipping the scales at a sleek, athletic 50 pounds of pure enthusiasm. The humans around here call me sweet

U.S. employers added a disappointing 29,000 jobs and the unemployment rate ticked up last month, according to new data.

The Northern Rio Arriba Electric Cooperative (NORA) has been a part of our Northern New Mexico community for nearly 80 years. Since 1948, we have been dedicated to providing courteous, reliable and affordable service to all of our customers while maintaining sound financial management. A lot has changed since 1948

The announcement followed an attempt by an autonomous, out-of-control AI model to access a restricted record from the school.

The Southern New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo is kicking off its first day and returns with rides, live music and entertainment and more. If you still haven't gotten your tickets, Good Morning El Paso's Nicole Ardila joins them live from the Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds for a sneak

Education of attorneys, judges, staff will better serve witnesses and defendants

What a change has come over the Pojoaque Valley High School girls soccer program. Just two seasons ago, the Elkettes were shut out for the season, not only losing every game, but getting mercy-ruled in 11 of the 18 losses and not scoring a goal all season. And now? Pojoaque

About 2,000 people attended Artesia’s 11th annual Red Dirt Black Gold Festival despite September temperatures in the 90s. The two-night downtown event featured live music, food, drinks and vendors, with Downshift Brewing serving more than 1,800 beers. Organizers called the festival a success after moving it to Quay Avenue to

This Heavenly Strawberry Shortcake layers golden homemade biscuits with strawberries macerated in sugar, vanilla, and lemon, plus billowy whipped cream. Bruce Lesman’s nostalgic summer dessert serves six and comes together with simple ingredients and careful technique. Assemble the shortcakes while warm so the fragrant berry syrup soaks into the biscuits,

Needed moisture was brought after a low-snow winter and dry summer

New Mexico WR Troy Omeire ruled out for season Albuquerque Journal

Truth or Consequences police chief has profane message for Socorro sheriff Albuquerque Journal

New Mexico seeks a judgment up to $40 billion from Meta Albuquerque Journal

NM lawmakers seek protections from data center power costs Albuquerque Journal

Texas lawmakers discuss the possibility of absorbing southeastern NM Albuquerque Journal

Rotarian Vincent Chiravalle presents a Distinguished Student of Service award to LAHS student Alea Kretz, on behalf of the Rotary Club of Los Alamos as her parents, Matthew and Jamie Kretz, share the moment with LAHS teacher Kyla Hooker, September 22, at the United Church of Los Alamos. Photo by

LAFD NEWS RELEASE The Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) invites the community to celebrate the achievements of the Fire Recruits of Academy #34 at a graduation ceremony. The ceremony will be held on October 9, 2026, at White Rock Baptist Church (80 NM-4, White Rock) from 10 am to noon.

BY ANDY FISCHER WRIGHT, PhDLos Alamos I enthusiastically support David Hampton for Los Alamos County Council, and encourage you to vote for him in the upcoming election. David’s service record speaks for itself. He has served board roles for several local nonprofit organizations, has been on many County boards, and

The penalty would be the largest in U.S. history, the state’s attorney told the judge presiding over Unfair Practices Act case.

On Thursday, attorneys representing the State of New Mexico asked a district court judge to fine Facebook between $35 to $40 billion after a Santa Fe jury found that the social media giant had violated state law regarding unfair and deceptive trade practices.

(KVIA) -- The New Mexico Department of Health on Thursday said some raw milk cheese has been recalled because they're linked to E. coli infections. NMDOH advised the public not to eat recalled Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Milk Cheese products. A nationwide recall started after the products were linked to

Scene from prior Winter Vendor Market. Courtesy photo YMCA NEWS RELEASE Local artists, makers, crafters, nonprofits and small businesses are invited to register beginning October 1 for The Family YMCA’s annual Winter Vendor Market, returning as part of Los Alamos WinterFest. This year’s event marks an exciting new partnership between

LANL FOUNDATION NEWS RELEASE Applications open today, October 1, for the LANL Foundation’s Four-Year Undergraduate Scholarship Program, offering high school seniors and current undergraduate students in Northern New Mexico the opportunity to receive up to $20,000 in scholarship support. Since 1998, the LANL Scholars Program has awarded $15 million in

Golden leaf aspen trees line the Aspen Vista Trail, where the Big Tesuque Trail Race takes place. Photo credit Santa Fe Striders SANTA FE COUNTY NEWS RELEASE “Each year, we get about 200 to 225 runners for this race. We’re permitted for up to 250, so there’s still room for

LWV NEWS RELEASE A representative democracy represents its citizens. In New Mexico, as in the US, our Constitution is written by a governing body elected by the people, and therefore all amendments to the Constitution require a majority vote from the people whom it serves. Early voting for New Mexico’s

New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and state Rep. Linda Serrato (D-Santa Fe) on Thursday announced that they will push a bill this legislative session that aims to rein in advanced artificial intelligence systems, an effort they describe as nation-leading and necessary amid federal inaction.

Kalshi, Polymarket and the Coalition for Prediction Markets have spent at least $3 million this year on lobbying and campaign contributions across the federal and state levels, according to a new report from the government watchdog group OpenSecrets. Prediction market platforms say they are like commodity markets that offer contracts

ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KVIA) -- An Alamogordo woman drove away from a routine gas pump in the Jeep she's wanted since childhood! Thursday, DK Fuel presented Jessica Salazar a new Jeep Wrangler after she won the company's summer Kick for the Keys Sweepstakes. Salazar uses her personal vehicle for work as

KRWG Public Media is covering the New Mexico State Representative race for district 32. Early voting opens October 6th. Republican candidate Jenifer Jones spoke to Noah Raess.

Ex-Intel CEO urges New Mexico to embrace tech revolution amid quantum push Albuquerque Journal

New Mexico’s Taco Cabana restaurants to rebrand as RojaVerde Albuquerque Journal

Editor’s note: This story is part of Gen Z at the Ballot Box, a collaboration between States Newsroom and The 19th. Brenna Vandergeest was a teenager when her grandmother told her about Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the Supreme Court case that ended the federal right to an abortion.

Nearly 100 community-based organizations have lost their federal HIV-prevention grants this week as the Trump administration redirects dollars to state and local health departments. The funding change represents a departure from the decades-old national HIV prevention strategy favored by most public health organizations. President Donald Trump launched the Ending the

KRWG Public Media is covering the New Mexico State Representative race for district 36. Early voting opens October 6th. Republican candidate Julia Ruiz spoke to Noah Raess.

H. L. “Hezzie” Gibson, born September 7, 1933, in Athens, Tennessee to Pearl and Lloyd Gibson. He passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026, in New Mexico, after a life well lived at the age of 93. Hezzie is survived by his son, Lee Gibson (Felicia); his grandson, John Gibson

Los Alamos JJAB Resource Specialist Nina Neil, right, and Lizzy Lyon sort winter clothing for local youth in 2025. Courtesy photo LOS ALAMOS JJAB NEWS RELEASE Los Alamos JJAB has kicked off its annual Winter Clothing Project to help ensure local youth have warm clothing as temperatures begin to drop.

By The Daily Press Staff With early voting in this year’s general election set to begin next week, the Daily Press will hold a forum for candidates...

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[caption id="attachment_108734" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)New Mexico State Police officers halt eastbound traffic...

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Sterile flies and trapping are two of the methods the state is using to control Grant County’s single reported case...

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) faces state Rep. Martin Zamora (R-Clovis), in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election for New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District.

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate voted to confirm Keith Sonderling as secretary of Labor on Wednesday, marking one of the few Trump administration picks to get through the upper chamber recently after a North Dakota senator put a hold on “any and all” nominees. But the Senate left town late

The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to hear a case challenging a Trump administration policy that threatens millions of immigrants with mandatory and indefinite detention while fighting their court cases. The policy, put into place in July 2025, requires people picked up by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to

County and local district attorneys oversaw higher state prison admissions during election years than in other years during the height of the nation’s “tough on crime” era, according to a new study from Northwestern University’s Pritzker School of Law. State prison admissions were about 3% higher in years when district

LOS ALAMOS SKI RACING CLUB NEWS RELEASE The Los Alamos Ski Racing Club will hold its Annual Ski Swap & Sale on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Los Alamos Middle School. The public can drop off used ski and snowboard equipment for resale from 8:00–11:00 a.m., and the public sale

To read the Voter Guide go to https://my.lwv.org/new-mexico/los-alamos/article/read-2026-general-election-voter-guide . The paper copy of the guide should be delivered to mailboxes throughout the county.

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- The third defendant in connection to the deadly Young Park mass shooting has been sentenced. Josiah Ontiveros will serve 90 years in prison. He will be eligible for parole in 25 years. Ontiveros is one of four defendants convicted of three counts of first-degree murder.

Another round of rain moved into Northern New Mexico Monday afternoon and is expected to stay until Wednesday. The return onset of moisture has resulted in an active flood advisory for the Española Valley, with the potential for flash flooding, according to the National Weather Service. The Española Fire Station

WASHINGTON — A D.C. Superior Court judge ruled Thursday that prosecutors cannot, for a second time, charge former Olympic canoeist David Hearn with damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Judge Todd E. Edelman wrote in his ruling that “the observed damage to the Reflecting Pool was due to a contractor’s

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, on Wednesday helped introduce the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act, which sponsors say will help bolster cheaper energy, and more jobs by reforming the federal government's regulatory process for energy projects.

WASHINGTON — U.S. senators departed Capitol Hill on Wednesday night for their campaign break, leaving numerous policy disputes unresolved. The chamber won’t return until Nov. 9 for the five-week lame-duck session, when party leaders will have to decide which bills they want to negotiate during what could be the final

The race for Senate District 33 is the only New Mexico Senate election in 2026. It’s a special election that resulted from state Sen. Nicholas Paul’s resignation due to health reasons last fall.

New Colorado law gives voters more time to vote by mail

New Mexico wildlife managers have killed 307 black bears this year, more than any full year on record, wildlife officials told state lawmakers on Wednesday. Bear encounters are on the rise, they said, because of hot temperatures and drought conditions forcing bears into human-populated areas in search of food.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury released new guidance Thursday for participating states, scholarship-granting organizations and taxpayers as the federal scholarship tax credit program prepares to take effect in January. Created through President Donald Trump’s massive tax and spending law in 2025, the Education Freedom Tax Credit program allows individuals

District 39 voters will have a chance to hear directly from the candidates at an upcoming forum tonight, October 1. […]

It was a rough week for the McCurdy football team, which was down to 13 players, causing Bobcats Athletic Director Robert Nevarez to forfeit their game Friday at Hot Springs. “We’re a small team anyway and we just had a number of injuries hit us all at the same time,”

The Alamogordo City Commission voted 4-2 against further reviewing a code-of-conduct complaint alleging District 5 Commissioner Al Hernandez called union representative Tamara Hansen “stupid” during a June airport meeting. Without the required five votes, no public hearing will be held. Hansen expressed disappointment, while supporters cited the city’s prohibition on

Alamogordo welcomed hundreds of visitors for the Otero County Fair and Rodeo, an annual tradition dating to 1936. The Sept. 24-27 event featured livestock competitions, rodeo performances, carnival rides, vendors, creative exhibits, baked goods, and hands-on STEM activities. Sisters Peyton and Emma Corvin showcased their sheep, while competitors faced off

Landscape photographer Stan Ford spent May 2026 as Valles Caldera’s Artist in Residence, capturing sunrise, wildlife and night scenes from an A-frame cabin. His photographic journey began with a childhood image of President John F. Kennedy, paused for 30 years, and resumed after retirement. Otero Arts will showcase his New

This inaugural podcast episode of “Searchlight New Mexico with Ed Williams” delves into the complexities of sexual assault in schools. Student advocates Sabrina Bernadel and Susan Moen offer their takes on the issue.

Locally-based author, screenwriter referenced business in Apple TV show

Rising costs strain farms, schools and county government.

There are still things Cally Williams wants to try. After 50 years working with clay, she keeps a bulletin board in her Las Cruces pottery studio filled with pictures of pieces that intrigue her — things she has made, things she might make and...

The laptop doesn’t come out until most of the day's work is already done. Tanishia Womack has put in her hours as a paralegal. Her sons, Michael and Gabriel, have made it through school and whatever else the day demanded. Mixed in somewhere is law...

October comes in on a cool breeze. Mornings feel crisp, evenings call for a jacket, and leaves crunch along the sidewalk. At the market, pumpkins sit beside bales of hay while scarecrows watch over the last of the harvest. Gold and rust fill the...

There are meals that satisfy hunger, and then there are meals that stitch themselves into your memory. The kind you talk about days later, the kind that become part of your family’s story. Chef Creates at the Las Cruces Convention Center was...

Former Chama Valley Independent Schools superintendent Anthony Casados, and his two children who also worked there, are suing the school district under the state’s whistleblower act. The three-count lawsuit filed Sept. 15 by Anthony and Carlos Casados and Cadie Carrillo, against the school district, seeks reinstatement for all three, as

Jemez Mountains salamander Photo © ARC:Nancy Karraker ARC NEWS RELEASE After years of documenting dramatic declines in the wild, conservation partners have collected seven Endangered Jemez Mountains salamanders from northern New Mexico, taking the first step toward establishing the first captive population of the species. The Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy

BY EMMA ABATA AND KELLY MYERS Every Saturday for three years, we’ve stood in the streets in front of Ashley Pond protesting against genocide and for the truth. When October 7 happened, many of us understood what we were watching through a history that did not begin that morning. We

PEEC NEWS RELEASE The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to the next Climate Café on Monday, October 5, 2026, from 6:30–8 PM at the Los Alamos Nature Center. This free, facilitator‐guided gathering offers a welcoming space for adults to reflect on their emotional responses to a changing

Ribbon is cut for new basketball court by Chris Daniels, YMCA CEO includes, chamber staff member, Veronika Magnelind, Linda Daly, Chris Sierk, Michael Patchett, George Marsden, Lahni Zollinger, Amelia Epperson, Theresa Cull, Randal Ryti and Sandy Jones. Courtesy photo First shot was taken by long time basketball player and member

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Leave your drone at home if you plan to capture the hundreds of hot air balloons painting the sky at this year’s Albuquerque International […]

A proposed pay increase for Española Police Department non-officer employees was removed from the City Council meeting agenda on Sept. 22, despite its recommendation for approval by the Finance Committee. The positions include detention employees, administrative records specialists and assistants. According to Police Chief Jack Jones’ memorandum included in the

President Donald Trump is scheduled to kick off a month-long blitz of campaign stops with a Thursday rally in deep-red Oklahoma before heading to other states with strong Republican leanings. The first events in the closing stretch of the midterm election campaign suggest his strength with swing voters is limited,

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Republicans did not gain any support Wednesday from Democrats as they attempted to advance a bill that mashed together two hot-button midterm issues: requiring voter ID in federal elections and limiting stock trading for members of Congress. The Republican-led bill, titled the Stop Insider Trading Act,

Voters in four states will decide housing-related ballot measures in November, providing testing grounds for different strategies to boost affordable homes. The six measures across California, Hawaii, Massachusetts and Rhode Island are the highest number in a single election year in at least two decades, according to Ballotpedia, a nonpartisan

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Leave your drone at home if you plan to capture the hundreds of hot air balloons painting the sky at this year’s Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Federal officials have established a temporary no-drone zone around Balloon Fiesta Park and warned that unauthorized operators could

BY JAN M. MCCRAY, J.DChief Executive OfficerEsperanza Shelter “I didn’t know this kind of help existed until I called.” We hear some version of that sentence often. A survivor picks up the phone, walks through our doors, or gets a name and number from a friend, a nurse, a judge—and

COUNTY NEWS RELEASE Buildings with three or more floors in the downtown area of Los Alamos will be experiencing lower water pressure on the upper-level floors today, October 1 beginning at noon. Department of Public Utilities crews are performing an emergency repair on a valve at the Twin Tanks water

SALA NEWS RELEASE October kicks off at SALA Los Alamos Event Center with a full lineup of movies, community gatherings, family programming, and special events from October 1–4. From a free Date Night screening of Ghostbusters to Spirited Away: Live on Stage, family-friendly PJs & Movies, new reels, and the

Jury convicts Albuquerque woman of ordering 2024 torture, killing Albuquerque Journal

Facing the two-time defending Class 4A state football champions was never going to be an easy task, but Española Valley High School came out of its home meeting Thursday with Bloomfield knowing where the Sundevils want to head. Sure the score wasn’t great at 63-16, but the game did go

A new television ad is targeting Constitutional Amendment 4, the November ballot measure sponsored by Democrats and opposed by most Republicans that would allow New Mexico legislators to receive annual salaries tied to the state’s median household income. Our Values PAC announced Thursday that it is opposing the amendment and

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Balloon Fiesta doesn’t officially launch until Saturday, but Rio Rancho kids get a head start Friday. Once the mass ascensions begin, Sandoval County hands locals and visitors an escape hatch from Balloon Fiesta Park traffic, with free sky-high views, art shows and farm-fresh breakfast burritos.

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Seeing a hot air balloon up close usually means a 4 a.m. alarm and a traffic jam. On Monday, Los Ranchos will line up 66 […]

Holy Cross Medical Center is working to rebuild its cardiology program following the departure of two providers this summer, with traveling cardiologists now staffing the clinic five days a week and an offer out to a candidate who could become its...

Taos countians will begin to cast ballots next week for the Nov. 3 general election, in which New Mexicans will choose a new governor, lieutenant governor, secretary of state, land commissioner, attorney general, state auditor and state...

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper Car lovers, polish that chrome and point your hood ornaments toward Bernalillo. Sandoval County’s 5th Annual Car Show celebrates 100 years of Historic Route 66 on Saturday. The show runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 3 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church,

By Rodd Cayton Family friendly is the way to go. That’s the lesson the Town of Bernalillo learned last year from replacing the adult-oriented Brew Fest of the past with the all-ages Mountain West Fall Fest, which returns for its second edition Saturday at Loretto Park, 237 S. Camino Del

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. October arrives in Sandoval County with Mickey Mouse on ice skates, hundreds of hot air balloons on the horizon and more going on in Bernalillo on a single Saturday than most towns manage in a month. Friday: Vibrant Souls, glass magic and a man from

SALA NEWS RELEASE October brings a full lineup of movies, special screenings, community events, and Halloween-themed programming to SALA Los Alamos Event Center. From new releases and classic films to Ghostbusters, Other Mommy, and a special Frankenstein screening, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the season at SALA. New

Surviving children travel to Las Vegas to attend the funeral of their estranged father, a little-known author. Arriving there, they discover that their old man’s posthumously published book has become an international best-seller. Soon they are embroiled in the legends and lore of the enchanted town. Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Enrollment in Las Cruces programs serving at-risk youth and those exiting foster care or incarceration topped 1,000 last year despite challenges with staffing and funding.

Legislators expressed concerns over CYFD’s slow progress toward reform, and said it must better professionalize its workforce.

TRAFFIC ALERT 10/01 8:10am: Due to an accident on Trinity Drive, westbound is closed from Oppenheimer to Diamond Drive. West Road and Diamond Drive are also restricted due to a second crash in the area. Motorists are advised to expect delays and are asked to slow down and avoid the

A public records request regarding a July 27 meeting between Oracle and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham provided virtually no information on its content.

Deb Haaland has taken some hard hits over Project Jupiter. She was especially scorched by anti-Jupiter activists for taking over $85,000 in campaign contributions from developers of the giant data center in Doña Ana County and then refusing to return those contributions.Now she is being flayed on social media for

The man accused of killing another man outside a laundromat in Ohkay Owingeh in 2025 has been charged in Taos County with two counts of first degree murder. The charges are related to two El Prado deaths, in which he had long been publicly identified as a suspect. For a

I served on the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission. I know its work can be complicated. But the basic idea behind the PRC is very simple. The PRC regulates public utilities for the public. That means New Mexicans must have a real voice in the decisions the PRC makes. Right

New Mexico Republican U.S. Senate candidate Larry Marker is urging voters in conservative southeastern counties to turn out in November, saying strong support in Chaves, Eddy and Lea counties could offset Democratic advantages in the north. Despite long odds, limited fundraising and Sen. Ben Ray Lujan’s strong position, Marker cites

Los Alamos National Laboratory sent 82 shipments of legacy transuranic waste to New Mexico’s Waste Isolation Pilot Plant in fiscal 2026, a 91% increase over the previous year. The shipments totaled 370 cubic meters. The increase comes as New Mexico seeks permit changes requiring WIPP to prioritize more in-state waste,

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UPDATE (5:01 p.m.): Sunland Park officials said County Club and Racetrack Road reopened. McNutt going into Paisano is still closed since there is still water in the area. Residents in the Anapra neighborhood said they live below the river's level. One told ABC-7 that even with the city distributing removal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 1, 2026 Colfax County Rescinds Burn Ban. Burn Permits Required for Fires Larger Than Recreational Size COLFAX COUNTY, NM – In consultation with the District/Municipal Fire Chiefs and pursuant to Colfax County Ordinance 2006-1, the Colfax County Fire Marshal is rescinding the County Burn Ban effective…

LASO NEWS RELEASE The Los Alamos Symphony Orchestra invites the community to its Fall Concert on Saturday, October 3 at 7:00 p.m. at Duane Smith Auditorium at Los Alamos High School. The one-hour concert will feature two contrasting and exciting works. The Symphony will open with Elena Kats-Chernin’s colorful Dance

Scene from Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026 Dances Of India production of ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes’ at Duane Smith Auditorium. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Scene from Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026 Dances Of India production of ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes’ at Duane Smith Auditorium. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Scene from Sunday, Sept.

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) - Las Cruces City Park Rangers and the Parks and Recreation Department say rising water levels at the Rio Grande caused the closure of La Llorona Park as a precaution. The storm brought enough rain water to cause rising levels in the river. This creates

La Llorona Park is closed because of rising Rio Grande water levels after recent rain and runoff created potentially dangerous conditions.

Doña Ana County has lifted the evacuation order for Rincon after officials determined the major flooding risk had subsided, though hazards remain in the area.

"The 35th Annual Dress the Child charity dinner gala exceeded all expectations," said Dress the Child Program Chairman Doug Boberg. The fundraising dinner was held Sept. 24 at the Las Cruces Convention Center with more than 250 people in...

When Marci Dickerson learned she had breast cancer in 2022, she knew at least one thing she wasn’t going to do. “I’m not going to start pink again,” she remembers saying. “I’m not going to be the face of breast cancer. I’m not doing it.” It took...

For hundreds of Doña Ana County students, a trip to the Southern New Mexico State Fair will come with more than a day away from the classroom.  About 1,500 students are expected to participate in three days of AgXplorer programs centered on...

After more than six decades in Las Cruces, a longtime arts organization finally has a gallery to call its own. The Las Cruces Arts Association will celebrate the grand opening of its new gallery Friday, Oct. 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. at 221 N....

Downtown Las Cruces will fill with color, music and crowds Saturday as Southern New Mexico Pride brings its annual celebration back to the heart of the city. Pride on the Plaza returns Oct. 3, beginning with the fourth annual Pride Parade...

Natalie Pappas begins working on Empty Bowls months before anyone walks through the door. By the end of March, the Las Cruces potter aims to have 50 bowls finished — each thrown, trimmed, decorated, glazed and fired from her home studio....

Friends of Los Alamos County Libraries honored bookstore volunteers and board members Sunday during a picnicat Urban Park Pavilion. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Scene from Sunday’s FLACL picnic at Urban Park. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Scene from Sunday’s FLACL picnic at Urban Park. Photo by Maire O’Neill/losalamosreporter.com Scene from Sunday’s

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer indicated Wednesday that should Democrats regain control of the chamber following the elections, they plan to block judicial nominees sent up by President Donald Trump, including for any possible vacancies on the Supreme Court. “Look, the bottom line is, one of the

Flooding across New Mexico prompted state officials Wednesday to release up to $3.75 million in emergency funds aimed at helping communities respond to and prevent damage.

SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) - The Acting Governor for New Mexico singed five executive orders that declare a state of emergency after the rainfall lead to serious flooding across the state. Howie Morales' signature makes $3.75 million available to assist with flooding response and recovery efforts by the Department

DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) - The Doña Ana County Office of Emergency Management is making an assessment portal available for all residents affected by the flooding. Residents will be able to report damage to their properties or businesses from the heavy rain and subsequent flooding. The information provided

DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico (KVIA) -- As floodwaters recede for most of the region from Monday's rain, the evacuation orders in place for some communities have now been lifted. Doña Ana County lifted the last evacuation order still in place Monday for Rincon this morning. County officials are still

Doña Ana County has opened an online portal for residents and business owners to report property damage caused by recent heavy rainfall and flooding.

Western New Mexico University regents heard campus housing is 98% full as first-time undergraduate enrollment rises, while nearly half of non-represented staff remain below salary-grade minimums.

A backpack sprayer, some dye and a clipboard are still enough to turn a field in Anthony into a 13-acre maze. La Union Maze does not use drones or GPS-guided tractors to map its paths. Longtime employee Martin Medrano walks the field, marks...

‘Breaking Bad,' named top TV show of the 21st century, continues to enchant Albuquerque Journal

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) on Sept. 30, 2026, shared four documents related to the U.S. Department of Justice’s reaction to whistleblower concerns about “fentanyl walking” in New Mexico.

HATCH, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Wednesday, the Doña Ana County Public Safety Facebook page warned drivers to avoid pumping gas from gas stations in the Hatch, New Mexico, area. The post said to avoid the gas until further notice. Hatch police said, "The main gasoline line has been breached by

The candidate forum between incumbent District 39 Rep. Luis Terrazas and his challenger Raul Turrieta will take place at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, October. 1, 2026 at the Western New Mexico University Global Resource Center auditorium . We invite everyone to come in person, but we plan, barring unforeseen technical complications,

The Bernalillo County Sherriff’s Office is on scene of a death investigation at an apartment located at 441 Coors Blvd. NW in Albuquerque. According to BCSO, at approximately 11:45 a.m. today, BCSO Civil Deputies were attempting to serve an eviction notice when the individual being served shot themselves in the

A lineman for Farmers Electric Cooperative was killed on Sept. 25, electrocuted while working on a utility pole after a record-setting rain storm. Ian Massey was 33. The News reached out to family and friends, who shared their memories and appreciation for the fallen public servant. "Ian, our hearts are

[caption id="attachment_108708" align="alignnone" width="640"] (Photo by Aaron Rogers for the Daily Press)Artist Deru works on a new literary mural on...

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff The Silver Consolidated School District will likely continue with its plans to move its athletic fields to the middle...

The Silver City Police Department is investigating a man found with a gun inside the Silver Scholars Academy early Tuesday morning. No arrest was mad...

BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and the attorneys general in Arkansas and Alabama filed a lawsuit Tuesday in the U.S. Supreme Court, suing California, Massachusetts and New York to invalidate the so-called “shield laws” that have allowed providers in those states to send abortion medication to

A federal grand jury indicted 10 noncitizens for unlawfully voting in Minnesota, U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said Wednesday, highlighting the administration’s effort to keep election security a top issue, in line with President Donald Trump’s longstanding unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud. The indictments, which include nine counts of unlawful

WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Members of the public will get the chance to visit the site of the start of the atomic age next month. White Sands Missile Range will be hosting the annual Trinity site open house on Saturday, October 17. Admission is free to

CHAMBERINO, New Mexico (KVIA) -- The rain may have moved out, but residents in Chamberino are still dealing with the aftermath of heavy storms and flooding across southern New Mexico today. Mud, standing water and damaged roads have created challenges for people trying to return to their normal routines. The

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Updated Sept. 30 at 8:30 p.m. Hours after this story was originally posted, rain turned to snow in the Kachina Basin nearly 2,000 feet below the Highline. The Bavarian Restaurant, fairly the landmark edifice in the Kachina Basin, is approxima…

Police entered a Las Vegas motel room with guns drawn last week and arrested a man and a woman on suspicion of drug trafficking. Prosecutors charged 55-year-old Michael T. Lovato and 42-year-old Abigail C. Aragon following a raid at a motel in the 1800 block of North Grand Avenue where

Curb-to-curb transportation will increase service time frames

HATCH, New Mexico (KVIA) - Members of the New Mexico National Guard assisted local first responders with flood related responses in Dona Ana County and other areas of southern New Mexico beginning Tuesday. According to a release, guardsmen helped rescue a woman who was trapped in her vehicle in an

The council voted to pay the next elected governing body, approved an off-site liquor license at the Grand Cloudcroft Hotel bar, amended the ice rink lease, and made a temporary Public Works hire

A poll that a New Mexico think tank commissioned as part of a new push for legislative ethics reform found that only 43 percent of New Mexico residents trust state lawmakers to do what is right all or most of the time. New Mexicans’ lack of trust...

New Mexico regulators told lawmakers at the interim Water and Natural Resources Committee, which met in Taos this week, that they have little power to stop — yet can shape — a new push by mining companies, spurred by rising demand and federal...

A jury trial for Chili Line Depot owner Gil Graves, 81, was delayed Monday (Sept. 28) after a lawsuit accusing an essential witness, Taos County Sheriff’s Deputy Nicholas Varela, of using excessive force during a traffic stop in Costilla County,...

The third time Luis Moncada went to prison, he had a lot of time to reflect. He would stand in front of the small mirror...

By Lynn Janes On September 24, 2026, the commission had a regular meeting at the city annex building. Jacqui Olea, interim town manager, called the meeting to order. The board approved the agenda for the meeting and minutes from August 20, 2026. New business Priscilla Lucero, Southwest New Mexico Council

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque’s legal bill for defending its treatment of unhoused residents is getting bigger. The city has already paid nearly $1.4 million in legal fees […]

Albuquerque – On September 30, 2026, at approximately 6 a.m., Albuquerque Fire Rescue was dispatched to 442 Alcazar St. NE for a reported structure fire at a boarded-up, single-story, single-family residence. Rescue 11 arrived and reported a working fire. Engine 5 stretched a hose line for fire control, while Ladder

Taos MainStreet and Town of Taos officials celebrated a large turnout at Main Street's final "Coffee on the Plaza" event this season. The Sept. 22 coffee klatch featured Taos Mayor Dan Barrone and Councilor Genevieve Oswald calling bingo numbers...

Chainsaw crews thinning New Mexico's forests to curb wildfire risk are cutting more small trees than anyone wants to buy. On Tuesday (Sept. 29), forest managers told state lawmakers in Taos that the fix is a business plan: build an industry t…

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

The following is a summary of activity at Stray Hearts Animal Shelter from Monday (April 13) through Sunday (April 19). Animals currently in care: 57 Total intakes this week: 8 Transfers this week: 12 Animals in foster: 11 Pounds of food:...

The Española Valley Fiesta Council removed its vice president over the weekend after he was charged with multiple criminal counts in connection with allegations of domestic abuse. New Mexico State Police arrested 20-year-old Adam Lee Enciñas on a...

Acting Governor Howie Morales today signed five executive orders declaring a state of emergency due to flooding across New Mexico, making up to $3.75 million available to the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) for response and recovery. “Communities across New Mexico need help staving off these torrential

Southwest Capital Bank, located at 608 Mountain View Drive, is one of the bank's three branches in Las Vegas. Southwest Capital Bank will be joining forces with WestStar Bank, based in El Paso, Texas. Southwest Capital Bank, which has maintained a presence in Las Vegas for more than 135 years,

Leveo V. Sanchez II Leveo V. Sanchez II, a New Mexico Highlands University alumnus whose work ethic continues to impact his alma mater – and the world – will be honored Saturday at a stadium that carries his family’s name. A moment of silence will be observed to honor Sanchez

By Kevin Hendricks New Mexico communities overwhelmed by floodwaters can now tap up to $3.75 million in state emergency money and call on the National Guard for backup. Lt. Gov. Howie Morales, filling in for Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, who is out of state, signed five executive orders Wednesday declaring

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — Albuquerque’s legal bill for defending its treatment of unhoused residents is getting bigger. The city has already paid nearly $1.4 million in legal fees and litigation expenses and has added another $1.6 million to its outside counsel contract, pushing the contract’s maximum value to

Hurley and Bayard are considering an arrangement that would allow Bayard to provide police services to Hurley. The proposal would […]

January 11, 1995 – March 31, 2026 It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we share the passing of our beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend, Trisha Lee Tilbury-Ferrero, who passed away on March 31, 2026, at the age of 31. Trish was an

By Kevin Hendricks, NM Political Report — New Mexico families watching their electric bills climb have a stake in a bipartisan energy bill that Sen. Martin Heinrich hopes to bring […]

A satellite built by students in the True Kids 1 Space Program launched aboard a NASA high-altitude balloon mission Monday (Sept. 28) from Fort Sumner, carrying cameras and sensors to an altitude of about 105,000 feet. The student-built CubeSat,...

The hospital has hired half the providers for its new clinic, but Board concedes malpractice costs and low insurance payments remain persistent headwinds to retaining providers.

Friends of Río Grande del Norte National Monument has received a nearly $200,000 grant to pilot virtual fencing on grazing allotments across the Río Grande del Norte National Monument. The nonprofit will work with the Bureau of Land Management,...

New Mexico's state forester has lifted statewide fire restrictions implemented in early April. State Forester Laura McCarthy said in a news release the recent late-season precipitation mitigated fire conditions, but the public "should continue to...

Kit Carson Electric Cooperative has been selected for a $50.8 million project to upgrade its main transmission line between Taos and Questa, an investment the cooperative said will improve reliability and wildfire preparedness across Northern New...

Inside Goat Trading Seco, a new consignment shop in Arroyo Seco, no two clothing racks are remotely alike. Vintage cowboy boots and old-school skate gear share space beside high fashion runway designs, kimonos, herbal tinctures and handcrafted...

In the face of worsening drought conditions, wildfire risk and rising temperatures, a new report advocates for leveraging traditional knowledge from New Mexico’s strong culture of land and water stewardship to scale up restoration projects across...

By Kevin Hendricks, NM Political Report — New Mexico families watching their electric bills climb have a stake in a bipartisan energy bill that Sen. Martin Heinrich hopes to bring to a Senate vote days after the November election. He says its odds are the best he’s seen. This story

New Mexico’s controversial seven-day waiting period for firearm purchases has suffered another major legal defeat, and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Attorney General Raúl Torrez are now appealing — extending a constitutional fight that has followed the law almost from the day it took effect. The important wrinkle: despite the

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — The long-promised Uptown Connect housing project at Albuquerque’s Uptown transit hub is finally moving toward construction, with $31.2 million in new financing approved this […]

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham posted updates between September 28-30, 2026 about universal healthcare access efforts in New Mexico as well as statewide flash flood risks and emergency service improvements including a new fire station for...

Proposed changes to the 2030 U.S. Census could affect how Native Americans are counted for political representation and federal funding decisions. Concerns include impacts on tribal sovereignty, voting rights enforcement, resource allocation planning—and opportunities remain open for public comment.

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — The long-promised Uptown Connect housing project at Albuquerque’s Uptown transit hub is finally moving toward construction, with $31.2 million in new financing approved this week. But the project looks different on paper than it did last year, with fewer apartments, a lower price tag

Haaland, a former U.S. interior secretary and U.S. representative for New Mexico, rejected the claim that she declined to debate Hull, former mayor of Rio Rancho. At a Sept. 18 campaign stop in Carlsbad, she said her team proposed eight dates for debates to Hull’s campaign, which rejected all of

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety’s Forensic Laboratory has requested $1.4 million for new scientific instruments as older models reach end-of-life or lose manufacturer support. Quality Assurance Manager Dr. William Watson says timely investment ensures reliable evidence for law enforcement while meeting accreditation standards.

The Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded $1 million in grants for suicide prevention efforts targeting New Mexico veterans as part of a nationwide initiative. The funding aims to connect more at-risk individuals with critical mental health resources through local organizations.

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Pirates Lose but Find Footing on Offense Jayden Chavez , Ghs Student Journalist Wed, 09/30/2026 - 05:29

The Artesia girls’ volleyball team lost to Roswell at the Coyote Den on Tuesday night.

A law firm suing Santa Fe Public Schools says the district improperly redacted its report on audio-recording school cameras.

Luis Moncada, also known for his appearances in “Better Call Saul” and “Dexter,” relayed his life story and fielded questions.

New Mexico’s Medicaid program in 2025 spent $38.7 million on the medication — up more than 34% since just the year before.

Opponents of a constitutional amendment that would provide some of the highest legislative salaries in the nation to New Mexico lawmakers are confident they can defeat it, but they could easily lose if they don't get a quick cash infusion to spread their message. National and local progressive groups have

Noah Hoffman won the New Mexico Bass Nation Kayak Anglers’ year-end tournament at Ute and Conchas Lakes, catching 19 fish measuring 164 inches. The Clovis angler’s fourth victory of the season also secured Angler of the Year honors. Robert Williams placed second, while challenging weather tested competitors during the season

Jason Sanchez won a $100,000 settlement from Eddy County after alleging officials suppressed comments criticizing the county sheriff’s office, violating his First Amendment rights. The settlement requires the comments to be read at an October commission meeting, though county officials denied wrongdoing and said the insurer settled to avoid escalating

New Mexico’s Amendment 4 would give legislators nearly $68,000 in annual pay, alongside existing per diem and generous pension benefits. The Rio Grande Foundation argues the proposal would reward career politicians without improving governance, calling instead for pension elimination, term limits, and restrictions on public employees serving in the Legislature.

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SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) - According to a Facebook post, the New Mexico National Guard positioned teams across the state in light of Tuesday's continued flooding conditions, and assisted with local flood response. Teams assisted local first responders with a vehicle recovery in Veguita. The New Mexico National Guard

Hurricane Polo's remnants bringing more rains to flood-struck US Southwest Albuquerque Journal

At least 20 Lobo basketball games set for TV, two game dates changed Albuquerque Journal

Doña Ana County has issued evacuation orders for Placitas, Hatch, Rincon, Salem and Garfield as flooding closes roads and officials urge residents to leave before conditions worsen.

Schools note progress districtwide last year By Billy Armendariz Headlight Staff Deming Public Schools is celebrating its recent report card issued by...

Candidates set to face questions at Oct. 6 Chamber forum By Dustin Armendariz Headlight Staff Voters will have a opportunity to hear directly from can...

HATCH, New Mexico (KVIA) - The Hatch Valley Public Schools has canceled classes for Wednesday, September 30. The cancelation of classes is due to the heavy rains that have hit the area. The storms impacted families in the Hatch Valley area and caused road closures due to flooding. "Due to

At a mural unveiling Thursday, Sept. 17, at Mesquite Art Gallery are, left to right, Carlos Melendres, curator of Murals With a Message; internationally acclaimed sculptor Cliff Fragua (1955- ) of Jemez Pueblo, creator of the Po’pay statue in...

Some Hatch Valley evacuations lifted after flooding Albuquerque Journal

LAS CRUCES – Doña Ana County issued evacuation notices for Salem and Garfield Tuesday, September 29, due to forecasts of worsening weather conditions. Residents in

Albuquerque’s $25M quantum lab opens Downtown Albuquerque Journal

New Mexico was being hammered Tuesday by a sprawling flood emergency that triggered mandatory evacuations, a threatened dam failure, submerged highways, school closures, National Guard rescues, and warnings of potentially catastrophic flooding from Doña Ana County to Santa Fe and Ruidoso. Some of the most alarming scenes unfolded in the

UPDATE: 10:46PM - Doña Ana County has lifted the evacuation order for Salem, Hatch, Garfield and Placitas. The evacuation order remains in effect for Rincon. The county is urging those returning to their home to use caution as flooding, debris, damaged roads and other hazards may remain. UPDATE: 7:47PM -

Heavy rain snarls some southern New Mexico roads Albuquerque Journal

Road closures and flooding risks: How the rains are affecting New Mexico Albuquerque Journal

Pete Quinones has been named permanent chief of the Artesia Police Department after serving as interim chief since July. He succeeds Kirk Roberts, who retired three months ago. Mayor Jeff Youtsey recommended Quinones following interviews with two applicants, and the City Council approved the decision during a closed session. Further

Cloudcroft’s popular public courts were vandalized with a ‘big rock’ on Sunday night. The local pickleball club is offering a $3,500 reward for information leading to an arrest.

After a variance denial in August, city sought broader change

By Lynn Janes The Cobre Consolidated School Board held a regular meeting on September 21, 2026, at the San Lorenzo Elementary School. Board members in attendance included Hector Carrillo, Gabriella Begay, Gilbert Guadiana and David Wilguess. Dr. Verenice Gutierrez, superintendent, also attended. Agelina Hardin did not attend. Sylvia Tabor, a

By Lynn Janes The Cobre Consolidated School Board held a special meeting on September 14, 2026. Board members in attendance included Hector Carrillo, Gilbert Guadiana, and David Wilguess. Dr. Verenice Gutierrez, superintendent, also attended. Gabriella Begay and Agelina Hardin did not attend. The board approved the agenda. Public input none

By Lynn Janes The town of Hurley had a regular meeting September 8, 2026. Reynaldo Maynes, Ester Gil, and Robert Candelaria attended. Jason Cox did not attend . Aron Phillips attended later in the meeting. Public input Archi Padilla said she knew they would be voting on the resolution for

EDGEWOOD — Trading saddles and stirrups for handlebars and two wheels, the Edgewood Lions Club will bring its signature youth event back to town next month for a milestone fifth anniversary. The 5th Annual Bicycle Rodeo is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — When the City of Albuquerque approves a development project, construction may still be a long way off. Residents and community groups can challenge approved […]

PORTALES — An Eastern New Mexico University alum and longtime supporter wants to bring a housing development to Portales. He says it would blend retail and residential space. But the deal remains in limbo, pending legal review. On Sept. 15, the Portales City Council postponed a resolution that would annex

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — When the City of Albuquerque approves a development project, construction may still be a long way off. Residents and community groups can challenge approved projects through city appeals and, in some cases, state court. Councilor Dan Lewis has proposed four companion measures that would

Funding will support two full-time clinicians and wellness programs

Congratulations to Silver City resident Terry Anderson for being recognized for decades of work in early childhood education. She recently […]

By Kevin Hendricks Alamogordo residents came to Tuesday’s town hall carrying their PNM bills. Some were double their usual amount, some triple, and one topped $1,900. They wanted state regulators […]

By Kevin Hendricks Alamogordo residents came to Tuesday’s town hall carrying their PNM bills. Some were double their usual amount, some triple, and one topped $1,900. They wanted state regulators to explain how the utility arrived at those numbers. The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission hosted the two-hour town hall

By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper. – Bernalillo County and the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta are once again asking local landowners to help hot air balloon pilots find safe places to […]

The National Weather Service’s flood watch remains in effect for Curry, Quay and Roosevelt counties through Tuesday night. NWS reports a half inch of rain is possible Tuesday afternoon and another one or two inches is possible Tuesday night. Chance of precipitation is 100%, according to NWS. Clovis Municipal Schools

By Rodd Cayton There are no trains stopping at The Station Corrales, but it’s still a destination. The long-vacant Corrales property, which includes some historic Santa Fe Railway buildings, recently hosted a grand opening celebrating its first tenants. Those business owners and one of the project founders spoke with the

Vacant position seeks someone focused on growing public-facing art resources

SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) -- Due to expected heavy rain and possible flooding, the City of Sunland Park offices will be operating on a two-hour delay. The city said they will be opening at 10 A.M. They ask to plan ahead and use caution when driving. The post Sunland Park

Heavy rain raises flash flood threat across New Mexico Albuquerque Journal

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. New Mexico’s quantum startups no longer have to ship hardware across the country to test a single part. They can now do it in Albuquerque, […]

Clovis City Manager Justin Howalt said the Sept. 24 storm that flooded Clovis streets for days will go down as "one for the ages." A National Weather Service meteorologist said it was a "1,000-year event." A woman whose family has lived near Dennis Chavez park and lake for 70 years

TEXICO - What was scheduled to be a top five Class 2A football clash of neighboring states, turned into a figment of everyone's imagination. Texico, ranked No. 2 in 2A and the reigning three-time 2A state champion, hosted Stratford the No. 5 ranked team in 2A Division II in Texas.

About two miles from Pleasure Lake Farms near Texico, farmers' wells have dried up and forced them to haul water to their properties. But after Pleasure Lake restored its 15-acre playa -- a natural, flat-bottomed depression in the land -- in 2021, water levels in its two wells have remained

Four-day festival celebrates music, poetry and traditions of the American West

TUCUMCARI – Tucumcari Public Schools showed a rise in graduation rates and student proficiency in the last school year, but it needs to improve attendance rates. Superintendent Deanne McKinney during the school board’s Sept. 21 meeting discussed the district’s NM Vistas accountability results released in September by the state’s Public

TUCUMCARI – The City Commission approved an application for a nearly half-million-dollar state grant to build a Route 66 Pump Track. City commissioners during their Sept. 22 meeting also approved the execution of memorandums of understanding with Tucumcari Public Schools and Quay County to support the project or supply in-kind

Clovis police on Sept. 22 arrested a man in connection with a shooting that occurred on Aug. 9. David Delhoyo, 34, is charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon. He was being held without bond in the Curry County jail on Wednesday. A police news release said they received

PORTALES – Five area schools participated in Portales High’s Peyton Chavez Tournament of Champions volleyball meet on Friday and Saturday. Because one of the original eight schools in the field dropped out, teams were each assigned three matches in the event and thus no tournament champion was named. Clovis, Portales

A police detective watching an inmate’s video calls from jail led to the arrest of two people and recovery of 17 firearms from residences in Clovis and Portales. According to a police news release, police on Sept. 16 executed a search warrant for firearms at a Clovis residence in the

Curry Booked The following were recently booked into the Curry County Adult Detention Center: - Christian Dickerson, 36, failure to obey traffic control devices and driving under the influence of liquor (impaired)(1st) - Fidel Lucio Retana, 40, resisting, evading or obstructing an officer - Rocky Fleming, 63, failure to comply

Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority is moving forward with plans to build a new administration and maintenance facility outside Clovis. The authority’s board voted at a Sept. 17 meeting to proceed with plans to advertise for bids. Staff said plans are to select a bidder at a Feb. 25

TUCUMCARI – A divided City Commission voted 3-2 to hire back its previous law firm after it fired its city attorney earlier this month. Commissioners during their Sept. 21 meeting rehired the Virtue & Najjar firm of Santa Fe for legal services. It had been the city’s legal representative for

TUCUMCARI – The Quay County Commission had planned Monday to act on a proposed construction services contract for a new Dr. Daniel C. Trigg Memorial Hospital, but the contractor pulled it and would replace it with a less expensive pact later. Weil Construction Management of Albuquerque had submitted a proposed

TULAROSA – The Rattlers scored the go-ahead touchdown late in the first half, then their defense took care of the rest in Tucumcari’s 14-7 non-district victory over Tularosa on Friday. Tucumcari coach Adrian Jones credited his defensive unit for the win, which improved the Rattlers to 4-2. “Our defense just

LUBBOCK — No. 11 Texas Tech rounded out nonconference play with a 49-14 victory over Sam Houston on Sept. 26 at Galaxy Stadium in Lubbock, avoiding a scare after a poor second-quarter performance. The Red Raiders struck first at the 5:11 mark in the first quarter after a 35-yard strike

San Juan County experts join conversation for child welfare

Madeline Daly sentenced on Capital Murder Charge Silver City, NM –District Attorney Norman R. Wheeler announced that on September 28, 2026, 36-year-old Madeline Veronique Daly was sentenced to life imprisonment in the New Mexico Department of Corrections, the maximum penalty in New Mexico for First-Degree Murder. The charge stems from

Heavy rain from what’s left of Hurricane Polo is causing problems beyond flooded streets and soggy yards in Bernalillo County. Waste Management has paused residential trash collection after severe weather […]

The Artesia Bulldogs defeated Alamogordo 54-19 Friday at Tiger Stadium, overcoming a competitive first half to pull away after halftime.

Thursday *Joint City/County Commissions meeting – 11:30 a.m., indoor pavilion, Curry County Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Brady Ave., Clovis. Followed by tour of Horizon Behavior Health Center. Information: 575-763-6106 *Clovis City Commission - 5:15 p.m., North Annex, Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-763-9654 Monday *City of Portales

On this date … 1920: Maude Smith, the vice chairman of Roosevelt County, reported the following in The Portales Valley News: “Owing to the fact that women will be permitted to vote in the coming election it will be necessary for them to be properly registered. All women over the

TUCUMCARI – The city commission voted unanimously on Sept. 22 to hire local businesswoman Tania Addison as interim city manager after the current interim manager announced the previous week that he was stepping down after less than a month. The commission hired Addison, who owns the Addison Strategies business consulting

ALBUQUERQUE — St. Pius X got a late rushing touchdown by Isaiah Carpenter that dashed Portales' hopes of pulling off an upset Sept. 26. The two-time 4A District 2 champions beat the Rams, 38-28. “It was a battle of two good teams,” Portales coach Jaime Ramirez said. “Whoever executed the

TUCUMCARI -- Police Department patrolman Marvin “Mel” Lolmaugh officially became interim chief during a swearing-in ceremony Sept. 24 in the magistrate courtroom. He replaced Lorenzo Emillio, who is retiring after about 18 months as chief and 30 years in law enforcement. After Magistrate Judge Noreen Hendrickson administered the oath of

Heavy rain from what’s left of Hurricane Polo is causing problems beyond flooded streets and soggy yards in Bernalillo County. Waste Management has paused residential trash collection after severe weather closed a landfill the company uses. Bernalillo County said Waste Management notified the county that the landfill is temporarily closed

PORTALES - It was a case of Déjà vu for the Eastern New Mexico University football team. The Greyhounds took a first-half lead, then the flood gates opened - for the opposing team. The University of Texas Permian Basin scored the final 28 points of the game in blowing out

Should you ever doubt the impact that one person can make in a lifetime — even a short one — you need look no further than Mark Clark. A lifelong resident of Roosevelt County, Mark was only 54 when that life came to an end on Sept. 15 following a

Ever since Pearl Harbor, our nation has been in a race against the bad guys, with the fate of all humanity hanging in the balance. It started just a few miles from Las Cruces at Trinity Site. The atomic bomb ended World War II, but initiated what would become the

The wish to feel safe is natural. My desire to feel safe is why you won’t find me wandering drunk down the middle of the highway on a moonless night. Or any other time. It’s smart to adapt your own behavior for the sake of your safety. What I won’t

In Ukraine, Juliia Mendel was once President Volodymir Zelensky’s press secretary. Her recent criticisms of Zelensky, including a Tucker Carlson interview, resulted in her being sanctioned for 10 years, and caused her to move to the U.S. Mendel has stated that Ukraine’s population, approximately 41 to 42 million people at

While it was presented as an option, Clovis Municipal Schools Board isn’t considering using a special short-term loan to replace a two-mill levy rejected by voters, according to Superintendent Renee Russ. An Education Technology Note (ETN) would enable the board to bypass voters by a simple majority vote. It was

Four New Mexico projects were among those Interior leaders said were “against the best interests of the American people.”

By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. New Mexicans wondering whether tomorrow’s jobs will need them — or a robot — can ask the employers directly Thursday in Bernalillo. State Rep. Alan Martinez will host the free New Mexico Future Jobs Summit from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 1 at the Sandoval