Tyler Bullock, a 33-year-old Magdalena resident, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison. The sentencing, handed down by 7th Judicial District Court Judge Roscoe Woods, followed Bullock’s guilty plea to two counts of criminal sexual contact …

All Silver Consolidated Schools campuses were on remote learning Thursday after a possible threat of violence at La Plata Middle School. Police traced one member involved in a social media group where the threat was posted to Dallas, Texas. Superintendent William Hawkins told the Daily Press in a text message

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Public broadcasting stations across New Mexico, especially in rural and tribal communities like Alamo, are facing existential threats following federal budget cuts that slashed millions in funding.

The crowning of Miss Alamo is more than a pageant title. For the community, it’s the opening ceremony to Alamo Indian Days and a tradition that builds leadership, confidence and cultural pride among young women.

Plastic recycling will soon become available to the City of Socorro with the ¡Que Linda! Beautification grant awarded to the city from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT).

Lost Canyon Bike and Skate Park in Dolores teemed with energy Friday evening. Wheels were in motion for bikers and skaters of all ages and skill sets on freshly turned dirt and new tracks as some spectators mingled over food, fire and music. The new park drew around 250 people

It was standing room only with over 70 in attendance at the informational presentation on Downwinder’s compensation at Socorro City Hall chambers.

SOLAR LIGHT STOLEN

Each year, the quiet skies over Magdalena buzz with activity as pilots from across New Mexico—and even neighboring states—make their way to the village’s airstrip for the annual Fly-In Breakfast.

Superintendent Joyce Gormley made a public apology for an Open Meetings Act violation at the Socorro school board meeting on September 8.

In a 5-1 vote the City of Socorro council agreed to keep the municipal court.

Michael Thompson has entered the race for mayor of the Village of Magdalena as a write-in candidate. He had previously been running for village trustee but has since withdrawn his candidacy for that position. Prior to Thompson's filing, there…

FARMINGTON – The Navajo Prep football team kept its postseason hopes very much in play Friday night, earning a 34-28 win at home thanks to a touchdown in the final seconds of a win against McCurdy at Eagle Stadium. With the game tied at 28-28 with just 1:27 left to

For more than 50 years, La Pasadita has been a staple of authentic Mexican cuisine in Socorro, and under the leadership of Mauro Portillo Jr., the family-run rest… Read moreLa Pasadita Cafe continues family tradition in Socorro

Democrats are leading early voting turnout ahead of Albuquerque’s Nov. 4 municipal election, with 7.3% of registered Democrats casting ballots compared with 6.6% of Republicans, according to Bernalillo County Clerk data. As of Oct. 23, 21,456 Burqueño voters have cast early or absentee ballots since voting began Oct. 7. That

The Socorro Electric Co-op (SEC), the City of Socorro and New Mexico Tech are scheduled to attend a status conference in the matter of non-compliance fees for the… Read moreDiscussion continues on how SEC will repay fines to members

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff Grant County native Javier Marrufo is set to receive one of this year’s Young Alumni Achievement awards from Western New Mexico University during this weekend’s homecoming festivities. Marrufo graduated with his bachelor’s degree in history in 2016 and his master’s in history in 2024,

When emergency responders arrive on the scene, the chaos can be overwhelming, especially for individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities. A grassroots initiative in New Mexico is working to change that.

The Daily Press forum for candidates for mayor of the town of Hurley set for Sunday has been canceled. Daily Press Publisher Nickolas Seibel said Friday that incumbent Mayor Ed Stevens was unable to attend due to health issues, and candidate Sondra Berry had indicated that she would be unable

Presbyterian Medical Services (PMS) announced the permanent closure of the Socorro Mental Health location on Highway 60 effective October 1.

When Presbyterian Medical Services (PMS) announced its departure from Catron County earlier this year, many residents feared a gap in local health care. But nurse practitioner Jenifer Deziel, owner of the newly established Catron County Cowbo…

The Cobre Schools Board of Education made an amendment to their forensic procedures contract for their special audit during a special meeting held Oct. 13. The amendment was made after a 42-minute closed session. Despite the agenda talking about amendment four, the board approved amendment three. “I’d like to make

MIAMI (AP) — As a new NBA season opened this week, coach Rick Carlisle and the Indiana Pacers received their annual league-mandated briefing on the do's and don'ts of gambling. Betting in casinos is generally allowed. Betting on other sports, provided it is legal, is also allowed. Betting on NBA

In a Legislative Finance Committee meeting on Oct. 15, Kari Armijo, secretary of the Health Care Authority, reported that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits for November will not be issued, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, if the federal shutdown continues. According to the report, New Mexico distributes an

This fall, the Red Canyon Reserve outside Magdalena will once again come alive with the sounds of shared meals, canyon hikes and hands-on restoration work as the Quivira Coalition hosts its Red Canyon Gathering from September 26–28. For organ…

After two months at the helm as superintendent of Magdalena Schools, Dr. George Bickert has resigned.

After a decade-long absence, Greyhound rolled back into Farmington Oct. 17 to cheers and applause from leaders and transit advocates. Dave Harris, executive director of modal programs for the New Mexico Department of Transportation, said the new bus service was made possible through collaboration among local, state and regional partners

MAN FIRES SHOT AT DOG

Representatives from the City of Socorro, Socorro County, New Mexico Tech, Socorro Schools, Magdalena and Socorro General Hospital came together for an Earthquake… Read moreThe Great ShakeOut

Silver Consolidated Schools students returned to their classrooms Friday after concerns of a possible social media threat had them learning remotely Thursday. Superintendent William Hawkins said the Silver City Police Department was able to determine that the threats were being made by someone out of state in Snapchat messages that

The Magdalena Municipal Schools Board unanimously appointed Kim Ortiz as interim Superintendent to serve until June 30, 2026, at a salary of $150,000 beginning Oct. 20.

A third Republican has joined the field of contenders vying to take on Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM-02) next year in a key congressional swing district. Records from the Federal Election Commission show that on Oct. 16, Jose Orozco of Albuquerque filed a statement of candidacy to run for the Republican

A quiet visit between friends turned tragic for 68-year-old Eva Kempton of Socorro after a brutal dog attack. Kempton has been in various hospitals since the September 2 attack, and is currently at the Casa de Oro Center in Las Cruces, surrou…

The 43rd annual Alamo Indian Day Celebration, themed “Understanding the need for harmonious relationships,” is set to be a vibrant testament to community spirit and tradition.

WASHINGTON (AP) — A 2018 Supreme Court decision opened the floodgates to legalized sports-betting industry, now worth billions of dollars a year, even as it recognized that the decision was controversial. That high-court ruling is back in the spotlight after the arrests on Thursday of more than 30 people, including

THREAT MADE TO STUDENT

A 26-year-old Socorro man suffered severe injuries in an attack with a machete at the Shady Nook Trailer Park on Chaparral.

Officials in Louisiana, Vermont and Virginia pledged Thursday to keep food aid flowing to recipients in their states, even if the federal program is stalled next month because of the government shutdown. The fate of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, which helps about 1 in 8 Americans buy

The annual Wildlife Zone family event, hosted by the Friends of Bosque del Apache, will go on as planned this Saturday—but at a new location. Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, facilities at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Re…

Socorro County Commissioners approved the purchase of a wheel loader, two motor graders and rotary cutter at their Oct. 14 regular meeting. Read moreSocorro County attempts to get over the humps of road maintenance

On Wednesday, Oct. 8, the New Mexico Public Schools Facility Authority began distributing more than $50 million to public schools under House Bill 450, with $35 million designated for enhanced security. Bernalillo County Sen. Michael Padilla helped craft the bill, aiming to address safety incidents in schools. “We watch the

On Saturday, Sept. 20, the Civil Air Patrol hosted an open house at Socorro Municipal Airport, to highlight both the airport’s value to the community and the wide-ranging work of Civil Air Patrol (CAP).

A lightning strike hit a Village of Magdalena well pipe, causing the loss of 200,000 gallons of water, according to Mayor Richard Rumpf.

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Bayard City Council voted against nonemergency air travel for city employees and councilors during their regular meeting Wednesday. Mayor John Ojinaga described emergency travel as that where the traveler is required to go and come back on the same day, such as for

As the 2025 general election cycle heads into its final days, the Silver City Daily Press continues its efforts to bring the candidates together to take questions from the public. Two of the forums scheduled for next week might have to be canceled, however. Sunday’s forum scheduled for 4 p.m.

For James Allison, the skies over Albuquerque are more than just a scenic backdrop, they’re a family legacy. The 31-year-old balloonist from Socorro returned to t… Read moreSocorro balloonist takes flight at Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta

The village of Magdalena secured a $2.6 million grant for sewer line relining and infrastructure upgrades. Read moreUnder construction: Village road work underway

A public hearing will be held at 6 p.m. on September 16th at the City of Socorro Council meeting to discuss the possible abolishment of the Socorro Municipal Court.

Though fall colors cover much of Southwest Colorado, winter weather has arrived in the San Juan Mountains – something a father and son from Florida learned the hard way Thursday evening. Hinsdale County Search and Rescue member Patrick Tubbs said the two attempted to drive over 12,800-foot Engineer Pass northwest

With growing energy demands in New Mexico for developments ranging from housing to data centers, a new advocacy group posits nuclear power as a solution. The New Mexico Nuclear Alliance, a registered trade industry group promoting nuclear power, will make its official debut Friday afternoon before lawmakers at an interim

At just 18 years old, Journey Fullinim is running the restaurant she grew up in that her momma Shirley opened about 20 years ago. When Journey was 11, they rebranded the cozy spot as Journey’s Place and Journey has been the face of the busine…

By SISCO AGUILAR Daily Press Correspondent Santa Clara village officials held a town hall meeting Tuesday to discuss raising property taxes in the village to fund a bond to improve infrastructure. The bond promises to improve existing road quality by fixing potholes, as well as paving entirely new roads in

Charles Blaylock has been appointed the new Fire Chief of the Magdalena Volunteer Fire Department.

From left, candidates Steven Edmondson, Ronnita Montoya, Cynthia Canner, Illiana Perez (Moderator), David Koshkin (Moderator), Jane Anderson, Selfie Anaya and Mar… Read moreSchool Board Candidate Forum

A new program at the Socorro County Detention Center is giving incarcerated parents—both mothers and fathers—a chance to strengthen their parenting skills and, in some cases, reconnect with their children.

A convicted felon with a warrant in Arizona barricaded himself in his vehicle for about three hours after a police chase down Ridge Road on Thursday morning, causing the Grant County Airport to close temporarily. He now faces 20 criminal charges here, after multiple guns and more than a pound

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By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff By all accounts, the first-ever pack burro race in Silver City was a hoof-clopping success. Race organizer Shane Weigand of New Mexico Pack Burros estimated a crowd of around 1,000 turned out to watch the 53 burro-human teams that made their way through downtown

During last week’s public hearing attendees raised questions regarding the municipal court caseload, the magistrate court’s ability to take on more cases and how the funding would be used if the municipal court was dissolved.

County road maintenance was under question at the Socorro County meeting last week.

Lt. Governor Howie Morales toured two City of Socorro remodel projects, the Finley Gym and former Zimmerly Elementary School, soon to be the Socorro Police department and judicial complex.

Albuquerque - Around noon, an officer from the Albuquerque Police Department reported that there was a rollover crash on Coors Blvd NW near Paseo Del Norte. Additional officers and Police Service Aides were dispatched to the location, and Albuquerque Fire Rescue and Albuquerque Ambulance were also called in. When AFR

A person has been shot inside a downtown library in Austin, Texas, prompting a shelter-in-place alert for a brief period.

Albuquerque - We are recapping the top five stories from the week to make it easy for you to catch up on Albuquerque news. On October 22, police activity on Old Coors led to the discovery of a stash house with several people stating they were kidnapped and forced to

The U.S. Department of Justice wants to end the life of a 39-year-old accused of killing an elderly man outside a Santa Fe electronics store and stealing his vehi… Read moreFederal prosecutors seek death penalty in Santa Fe homicide and carjacking

Fentanyl, said to be up to 100 times more powerful than heroin, has dominated news reports over the past several years. Read moreSites across NM will serve as drop-off locations for Drug Take Back Day on Saturday

EAGLE NEST — Pea-soup green pigment floated where the water met the shore on Eagle Nest Lake on Tuesday, while bright, turquoise pigment stained the south boat ra… Read moreNew Mexico Environment Department increases monitoring of blue-green algae

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — On Saturday, residents of Albuquerque came together to participate in the Central New Mexico Walk to End Alzheimer’s.The event, which took place at Mariposa Basin Park, had over 700 people in attendance. Advertisement Our KOAT Sports Anchor and Reporter, Ruby Arora, was there as the host of

Exxon Mobil Corporation is suing California over two climate disclosure laws from 2023.

Those seeking mayoral, city council positions invited to participate

The city on Thursday opened another round of grants for small businesses to replace broken windows caused by vandalism or break-ins. Read moreCity to reimburse broken window repair for some small businesses

Bernalillo County ended a contract with Wellness Equity Alliance for addiction treatment at the Metropolitan Detention Center, according to an August letter obtai… Read moreBernalillo County boots health contractor at jail and brings addiction care in-house

Every October, there's a week when Europe and the U.S. are out of sync with daylight saving time, potentially confusing people organizing international meetings. Most countries don't observe daylight saving time, but those that do, like Europ…

Next week, construction crews will break ground on a new fire station at Coronado Park, once the site of Albuquerque’s largest and most visible homeless encampment. Read moreCoronado Park one step closer to becoming a fire station

Leon Law, one of two teenagers accused of shooting a homeless woman to death in May, will be held without bail pending trial after waiving a dangerousness hearing on Oct. 15.

Prosecutors dropped charges of attempted murder against an Española man in exchange for him waiving a preliminary hearing. He’s accused of shooting at the people he was staying with.

Despite financial struggles and developments under current administration, Maxeon Solar Technologies remains steadfast in its commitment to build in New Mexico.

This tall ghost was spotted Tuesday in the Pinon Trails neighborhood of White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com This trio of small ghosts was spotted Tuesday in the Pinon Trails neighborhood of White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More

By LOUI JANECKY Los Alamos School of Gymnastics As my 44 years in the town of Los Alamos come to a close, I would like to thank all of the gymnasts (from 2 years old to 52 years old) and their families for all that they have given me. Thank

New Mexico Citizens’ Climate Lobby News: The New Mexico State chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) will host a virtual presentation open to the public featuring author and hunger eradication activist Sam Daley-Harris. According to Sam, “agonizing, protesting, and turning off the news” aren’t our only options for making a

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent Thursday’s regular meeting of the Grant County Commission had only one business item — a routine budget adjustment — with much of the 36-minute meeting focused on acknowledgements of veterans, longtime employees and the late former Commissioner Javier Salas, who passed away Oct. 19

By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Santa Clara Board of Trustees proclaimed Nov. 8 as the official day for the 2025 Tamal Fiesta y Más during their regular meeting Thursday. The ninth annual event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at historic Fort Bayard, and this

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More residential area cams, student escorts, guest registration and single entry points are among the new measures on campus.

COUNTY News: Animal Control has been receiving calls regarding the ducks and geese at Ashley Pond Park. The last four geese released at the pond have unfortunately been attacked and killed by natural predators. Sec. 6-21. – Ashley Pond Wildlife Protected Area Designation. The county declares Ashley Pond as a

Transit Operator 1 Jerry Dudley COUNTY News: Los Alamos County congratulates Transit Operator 1 Jerry Dudley for completing one year of service and all his exams for CDL Entry Level Driver and Bus and Route Training. Dudley is out driving on routes and ready to support the community with transit

The nonprofit Empowerment Congress of Doña Ana County alleges the County Commission approved $165 billion in industrial revenue bonds without sufficient information.

Demolition of the 60+-year-old Chamisa Elementary School is wrapping up, as shown here on Wednesday on Meadow Lane in White Rock. A portion of the new school can be seen at right. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen Another view of demolition wrapping up on the old Chamisa Elementary School, as shown

Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit, who supervised royal projects to help the rural poor, preserve traditional craft-making and protect the environment, has died. She was 93.

By JUNO OGLE Daily Press Staff Through their presence, potlucks and fundraising, residents of one Silver City neighborhood have taken a town park from what was once a site for drug deals to a hub for building community. Noble Park, located at Market and F streets, was once a site

Bernalillo County begins training election workers with mock election days to be ready for the real thing.

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Angela Aldrich, Pharm D Class of 1995, top right, Sylvester Jones ISU football receiver and running back 1989-1992, top left, and their daughter Amelia Jones, center, with friends, at the ISU Bengals game Sept. 6 at UNM in Albuquerque. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen ISU Class of 1991 graduate Bernadette Lauritzen

Daily Postcard: Sunrise Friday above the Rio Grande at Overlook in White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Sunrise Friday above the Rio Grande at Overlook in White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Sunrise Friday above the Rio Grande at Overlook in White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More

Handsome Harper may be in attendance today at the Santa Fe adoption event at Subaru of Santa Fe. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen Bluebell is deaf, but you’d never know it by her engaging personality. Harper is a young pup with a kind heart that loves to hug. Photo by Bernadette

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State prosectors are calling into question the legality of the release of New Mexico's so-called "second chancers."

Saffron, a luxurious spice mainly grown in Iran, is among several potential cash crops being investigated at NMSU.

Zachary Babitz is accused of fatally shooting 83-year-old Gordon Wilson during a carjacking outside a busy shopping center in 2024.

Both Assistant Fire Chief Sten Johnson and Santa Fe police Capt. Bryan Martinez are retiring from their positions this year.

According to the autopsy, Patrick Edward Walsh, 64, died from “toxic effects of cocaine and ethanol in the setting of physical restraint.”

The small Dulce school district in the Jicarilla Apache Nation draws 13 board hopefuls, with 11 names on the ballot and two write-ins.

Newsong Bradley entertains crowds of costumed visitors Friday as the stars come out during the annual Spirits of New Mexico at El Rancho de Las Golondrinas.

The mural was created in June by 11 students involved with Santa Fe Public Schools' Wellness Ambassadors to Voice and Empower program.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he’s pulling the TV ad that caused President Donald Trump to say he was ending trade negotiations with Canada.

Meet Mayling Armijo, she is one of six candidates running for mayor in Albuquerque in the 2025 election.

Meet Louie Sanchez, he is one of six candidates running for mayor in Albuquerque in the 2025 election.

The Valencia County Sheriff's Office confirmed they identified a woman found dead in 2022 on a property south of Rio Communities.

Jurors on Friday acquitted two teenagers of first-degree murder in the 2024 shooting death of a 17-year-old boy at a Downtown parking structure.

VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M. — Using DNA testing and forensic investigative genetic genealogy, the Valencia County Sheriff's Office has identified human remains found in 2022 in the Tierra Grande area.Those found remains have been identified to belong to Lisa Marie Vernon, of Albuquerque. Advertisement Deputies were dispatched in July 2022 to

Meet the six candidates running for mayor in Albuquerque in the 2025 race, interviewed by KOB 4 ahead of the Nov. 4 election.

After some messy and cooler weather Friday in New Mexico, the state is going to see a beautiful weekend for all things fall.

Meet Alexander Uballez, he is one of six candidates running for mayor in Albuquerque in the 2025 election.

On Wednesday, the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs named Manuel González the 2025 New Mexico State Poet Laureate. According to a statement by the Department of Cultural Affairs, González was selected for the honor not only because of…

Meet Darren White, he is one of six candidates running for mayor in Albuquerque in the 2025 election.

One district official told The Taos News in 2023 the scheme may have cost the schools — and taxpayers — millions of dollars over a decade or more.

Meet Tim Keller, he is one of six candidates running for mayor in Albuquerque in the 2025 election.

Meet Eddie Varela, he is one of six candidates running for mayor in Albuquerque in the 2025 election.

Bernalillo County is set to host a meeting for you to learn more about upcoming road construction projects in Albuquerque.

TAOS, N.M. — Body camera footage has revealed the moments leading to the death of Patrick Walsh, an Albuquerque man who died as he was being restrained by a Taos County deputy in August.In an autopsy report conducted by the Office of the Medical Investigator, cocaine and ethanol were cited

Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, marks the first round of missed paychecks for federal workers amid the government shutdown. The federal government entered a shutdown at midnight on Monday, Oct. 1, 2025. However, New Mexico child care services will not experience its effects, according to the New Mexico Early Childhood Education

SANTA FE — New Mexico is moving ahead with a trailblazing universal child care initiative, but only after making changes to proposed rules in an attempt to address providers’ concerns.

The Crystal Palace has a new starring role: it’s up for sale.

As Election Day (Nov. 4) approaches, expanded early voting is underway, including on Saturday (Oct. 25) on Nov. 1 — the last Saturday on whic…

According to a recent report from the International Energy Agency, data centers accounted for 1.5% of the world’s electricity consumption, of which the U.S. makes up the largest share.

The U.S. military is sending an aircraft carrier to the waters off South America in the latest escalation of military firepower to a region.

Every five years, a strategy to bring jobs and economic growth to New Mexico is updated and leaders are seeking your input on it now.

The recent order temporarily stays the prosecution of 52-year-old Labar Tsethlikai in a string of kidnappings involving sexual abuse and at least two deaths.

The first snowfall of the season on Pueblo Peak has winter sports enthusiasts and businesses excited for more of the white stuff.

The Trump administration is pushing plans for an international security force in Gaza to support a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

The man accused of shooting an 83-year-old man at a Best Buy in Santa Fe and stealing his car is now facing the death penalty.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — This Saturday, New Mexicans have the opportunity to safely dispose of unused, expired or unwanted prescription medications at numerous locations statewide. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is part of the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, an initiative created by the U.S.

Santa Fe won't require the addition of fluoride to its drinking water after the mayor signed an ordinance into law ending the practice.

I-40 is back open east of Albuquerque after two major crashes sent multiple people to the hospital and slowed traffic Thursday.

LAS CRUCES — A geology professor who joined the New Mexico State University faculty this year is the lead author of a new paper addressing a long-standing question about the extinction of dinosaurs.

Front page of the Oct. 23, 1884 edition of the Las Vegas Optic. Front page of the Oct. 23, 1884 edition of the Las Vegas Optic. Geologists and oil operators in Northern New Mexico and in the vicinity of Las Vegas are considerably encouraged in their search for oil by

Cooler weather is filtering into New Mexico and could bring some snow to some places and severe weather to others as Friday goes on.

Some seniors say the Social Security Administration's cost-of-living adjustment won’t help much in their ability to pay for their daily expenses. The agency announced Friday the annual cost-of-living adjustment will go up by 2.8% in 2026, translating to an average increase of more than $56 for retirees every month. Eighty-year-old

Hosted by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, a Friday meeting of European leaders focused on stepping up pressure on Russia's economy.

The shift could spell trouble for Republicans looking to cement support with this group in future elections.

Slow-burning descent into paranoia, alienation

State officials hosted a public meeting Thursday in Clovis to share the results of a blood testing project involving about 630 people.

SANTA FE — After several years of record revenue growth, New Mexico state spending has surged to an all-time high.

After years of investigation and a lengthy review, a special forensic audit authorized by and in collaboration with the Office of the State Au…

The listing comes as the charter school eyes expansion.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — PNM is hosting a free community assistance fair this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Albuquerque High School to help low-income customers pay their electricity bills.Representatives from New Mexico Gas Company, the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority and Comcast/Xfinity will also be there to

CORRALES — The new gym in Corrales was packed with people as the debate about Corrales’ future began Oct. 21 between incumbent Mayor James Fahey and his oppositio… Read moreMayoral candidates debate the future of Corrales

The inspections took place Oct. 5-11.

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull said the office he has been elected to three times is the most rewarding job he’s ever had. Read moreHull talks 'pillars and beams' of gubernatorial platform

On Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, business owners in New Mexico aired concerns at the "Federal Funds Stabilization Subcommittee" meeting following steep tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump's administration in 2025. Some argue it has fueled inflation for goods imported into the U.S. MORE: Live updates on Tariffs Advertisement However, in

The topic of Albuquerque's sanctuary city status has sparked passionate debate among mayoral candidates, with clear lines drawn during a roundtable this week held by the Albuquerque Journal.In August, Albuquerque was put on the U.S. Department of Justice's sanctuary cities list for having policies, laws or regulations that aim to

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — One person has been arrested and charged after police responded to a reported kidnapping in southwest Albuquerque.According to court documents, Albuquerque police responded to the 700 block of Old Coors Drive for a reported kidnapping. Advertisement Documents say a female called 911 and told dispatchers she was

Weeks after taking a global plea deal for charges related to helping his 15-year-old girlfriend dodge police and felon in possession of a firearm, a 48-year-old Chimayó man is back in jail after picking up new charges for drunk driving.

Rebecca Dow, a House Representative from New Mexico, emphasized the importance of parents reading aloud with their children to enhance education and social skills.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY News: The Los Alamos Historical Society announces its November free lecture, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, in the Pajarito Room of historic Fuller Lodge. The evening will feature author Rachel Robbins, whose historical fiction book, The Sound of a Thousand Stars, is loosely based on the life of

Santa Fe Community College Campus in the fall. Courtesy/SFCC SFCC News: SANTA FE – Santa Fe Community College, 6401 Richards Ave., will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. No classes or activities will be held, and no other student services will be available. The college’s early

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that a court filing challenges Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's line-item vetoes of House Bill 1 as an overreach that altered legislative intent.

Michael Ham By MARLENE WILDEN Los Alamos Daily Post marlene@ladailypost.com Step into a conversation with Michael Ham, and within minutes you’re ping-ponging between the history of semiconductors, the future of warfare, and the chilling possibility that by 2030, the internet might be more bot than human. Ham, director of the

Jerry was born September 14, 1955, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Eduardo and Melba Sanchez.Jerry passed away suddenly in a tragic accident on October 11, 2025.Jerry worked in the Uranium Mines, Grants Corrections as a Correctional Officer & worked at Smiths & Milan Supermart as a meat…

By LISA HAMPTON Chair Los Alamos County Health Council As Chair of the Los Alamos County Health Council, I wanted to personally invite you to attend the Thursday, Nov. 6 Health Council Meeting at noon, in the Municipal Building, Room 330 (third floor). We will have our Council Member, Leah

Theresa Cull By THERESA CULL, Chair of the Los Alamos County Council and ANNE LAURENT, Los Alamos County Manager Shared Responsibility and Partnership In response to Director Thom Mason’s Oct. 23, 2025, letter, “Raising Gross Receipts Tax Could Hinder LANL’s Growth and the Region’s Prosperity,” we want to reaffirm our

State officials released the first numbers for early voting on Thursday, with several local races on the line.

COMMUNITY News: The Los Alamos CROP Hunger Walk & Turkey Trot will take place on Sunday, Nov. 23, this year to help neighbors facing hunger around the block and around the world. With recent cuts to federal nutrition, healthcare, and humanitarian aid programs, organizers say this year’s Walk is more

GRANTS, N.M. — The National Park Service plans to conduct a prescribed fire on the north side of El Malpais National Monument as early as Saturday, Oct. 25, with operations possible through Oct. 31 if weather and fuel conditions align.The Cerritos Gap Project will treat roughly 300 acres of NPS…

By JAMES WERNICKE Bike Park Working Group Member Outdoor, all-ages, all-abilities recreation that fosters physical health and social connection is as much a part of Los Alamos’s identity as its scientific legacy. We are a community that plans and deliberates carefully—perhaps to a fault—and consistently expresses that we value our

The City of Roswell has relocated its Community Development Department from the ground floor of the Sunwest Centre to another space a few blocks away from City Hall.

The National Nuclear Security Administration says150 federal employees across the Sandia and Los Alamos field offices were furloughed.

Keeping our heart healthy is something that requires making positive daily decisions and choices that put us along the track to reach our overall goal. What we eat eve…

New Mexico Democrat Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) is facing growing backlash after admitting during a Tuesday town hall that Democrats are using the federal government shutdown as “leverage” in Washington — a remark critics call tone-deaf amid mounting financial pain for American families and unpaid federal workers. Vasquez has previously stated

Creepy bunnies, scary monsters, and a variety of dubious creatures flowed through downtown Los Alamos this afternoon celebrating 2025 Trick-or-Treat on MainStreet. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Scene from 2025 Trick-or-Treat on MainStreet this afternoon in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Scene from 2025 Trick-or-Treat on MainStreet this afternoon

A group of New Mexicans volunteered on Thursday to get drunk - all in the name of public safety.

The request comes amid rising housing costs in the state and the specter of possible cuts to federal housing agencies.

New Mexico state agencies could be on the hook to pay millions more in premiums next year, amid an increase in settlements.

City officials said the restrictions on alcohol sales had unintended consequences, making it hard to attract businesses.

That's good for residents of Santa Fe. They need the city's leader to focus on delivering efficient services rather than maneuvering for something grander.

Albuquerque - On September 29, 2025, at approximately 7:39 AM, deputies from the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office responded to the Dollar Tree located at 1511 Goff Blvd SW regarding a deceased male. Upon arrival, they located the victim, Michael Chavez, who had apparent trauma to his head and face and

The federal government has told states the food benefits will run out in November if the federal shutdown persists.

The secretary of state has been mulling a run for lieutenant governor, and a recent survey of voters found she would have an advantage.

Newly available records in an altercation that left a suspected thief badly beaten say the firefighter's wife also was charged in the incident.

The Rodeo Road location of Champion Xpress Carwash will offer a haunted tunnel complete with fog machines, actors clad in costumes and a trunk-or-treat.

The new store will be the first New Mexico location for the Michigan-based company.

The death of Joseph Maestas, 33 marks second motorcyclist fatality in 6 days between Albright Street and Siler Road in Taos.

RIO RANCHO/BERNALILLO — Rio Rancho and Bernalillo public schools are asking voters for a combined $110 million in bond projects in the upcoming general election. Read moreRio Rancho, Bernalillo schools ask voters for $110 million in bond projects

ROSWELL, N.M. — A law enforcement response is underway after a possible hand grenade was found at a home in southeast New Mexico.The Chaves County Sheriff's Office said it responded to a home on North Atkinson Avenue after the possible explosive was found. The caller said it was found when

Scientists analyzed fossils from a rock formation in New Mexico, dating them to around 400,000 years before the asteroid strike.

An Albuquerque man was arrested Wednesday in an alleged kidnapping scheme in which migrants were told their bodies would be dissolved in acid if the ransom wasn’t paid.

A man who repeatedly called 911 to report a break-in was fatally shot by police after officers saw him hitting a woman with a hammer inside his apartment in Southwest Albuquerque.

Jashanpreet Singh was arrested and jailed after Tuesday’s eight-vehicle crash in Ontario, California, that also left four people injured.

Albuquerque - A 911 call to Albuquerque Police dispatch started an investigation in a high stakes kidnapping scheme that involved large cash payments for ransom. A woman let police know she was kidnapped and did not know where she was. The criminal complaint says APD used the phone she was

TORRANCE COUNTY, N.M. — A vehicle crash caused eastbound traffic on Interstate 40 to be closed in Torrance County. The lanes have since reopened.Follow: Interactive traffic map from Traffic Watch 7 Advertisement The closure was near mile marker 192, where both east traffic lanes are closed, according to Torrance County

The Roswell Literacy Council held an open house on Saturday to remember one of the group's founders. A mayoral proclamation also declared Oct. 18 as Clayton Stallings …

MORIARTY, N.M. — A multiple semitrailer and vehicle crash on Interstate 40 led to several people being hospitalized.Moriarty fire crews responded to westbound interstate for a semitrailer fire initially, where a crash involving three semitrailers and three vehicles was found. Advertisement Four people were transported to hospitals with varying levels

A pelican wades in the water at Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge Wednesday. Despite the current lapse in government funding, the park remains open during daylight …

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A couple was arrested on auto theft charges after a police chase in northwest Albuquerque.Albuquerque police auto theft detectives were able to locate two known suspects driving a stolen vehicle. The vehicle was found near Eighth Street and Lomas Boulevard NW. Advertisement Your neighborhood: Local news from

The Trump administration has finalized a plan to open the coastal plain of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil and gas drilling.

The former four-term Las Cruces mayor also shares his plans to bolster public safety in cities, to reduce housing costs and to address homelessness across the state.

European Union leaders are seeking a more active role in Gaza and the occupied West Bank after being sidelined from a U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Carlsbad church opens charitable pumpkin patch for fall

BERNALILLO — As of early Oct. 22, all Sandoval County 911 and non-911 calls are running through the new dispatch center. Going back to July 1, when the center ope… Read moreCounty dispatch fully operational

The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services says it will temporarily bring all its furloughed employees back to work starting Monday to manage health insurance open enrollment.

BERNALILLO — The Sandoval County Commissioners approved a $5 million grant agreement between the county and New Mexico Department of Transportation for Paseo Del … Read morePDV gets more extension money, provides access for possible Project Ranger

BERNALILLO — The interim University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center chief was announced as the permanent chief at the Oct. 22 Sandoval County Commi… Read moreSRMC announces new chief

An off-duty Questa police officer was killed in a motorcycle crash Friday afternoon (Oct. 17), at the corner of Albright Street and Paseo del …

Authorities are investigating a motorcycle crash on Paseo del Pueblo Sur just south of Siler Road Thursday morning (Oct. 23) that claimed the …

President Donald Trump has pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, who created the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange.

A "No Kings" protest Saturday (Oct. 18) drew large numbers of demonstrators in Taos, where an estimated 2,500 people gathered in Kit Carson Pa…

The two-story structure of drawing rooms and offices, including a walkway to the White House itself, has been turned into rubble.

The New Mexico Office of the Medical Investigator has classified the death of a man who died while handcuffed by a Taos County Sheriff’s deput…

SANTA FE — Maggie Toulouse Oliver jumped into New Mexico’s lieutenant governor race on Thursday, setting the stage for a possible encore to an already substantive political career.

Dozens of people with signs showed up at the anti-Trump "No Kings" protest Saturday outside the Chaves County Courthouse. There was also in attendance a smaller contin…

The Taos County Economic Development Corporation held their second annual apple pressing event Saturday (Oct. 18), allowing anyone to bring as…

Four candidates vying for two Town of Taos Council seats in the Nov. 4 local election addressed Taos’ most challenging issues during a forum h…

A forum for the four Taos mayoral candidates, moderated by Geoffrey Plant, Taos News editor, and Jacob Flores, True Kids 1 Youth Council membe…

Some city of Española residents got a big surprise when they opened their water, sewer and trash utility bill this month.

New monument pays tribute to POW, MIA military members

He is accused of shooting and killing Cypress Garcia at Lotaburger in 2022

The Española City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management that will allow the city to use its portion of emergency declaration funds.

Lauren Reichelt has a long list of plans for her first 100 days as city manager.

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

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

PLACITAS — Bernalillo Public Schools is partnering with a Texas-based company that provides customized backpacks to elementary school-age students that will help them boost their reading proficiency.

Prosecutors have charged a man with multiple felonies after investigators located several vacuum-sealed bags inside his vehicle that allegedly contained fentanyl powder, powdered cocaine, crack cocaine and methamphetamine. Thirty-year-old Adrian M. Sanchez of Santa Fe faces four drug-trafficking related charges following an Oct. 10 traffic stop in Las Vegas near

By JO LUTZ Daily Press Correspondent Around the same time as Grant County voters go to the polls this November — with all of them facing school funding questions on their ballots — those living in the Silver Consolidated School District will receive notice of a property tax increase of

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

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — On October 21, the curtain rose at Popejoy Hall for the opening of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, and for two glittering hours, the audience was transported into a world of splendor, romance, and sheer spectacle.From the very first confetti cannon blast, it was clear we were in

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

SANTA FE — Rio Rancho and Bernalillo public school elementary and middle school students made steady gains in reading and math statewide assessment scores over th… Read moreRR, Bernalillo students improve reading and math scores; mixed in science

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

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

Mayor Tim Keller and former BernCo Sheriff Darren White, the probable top two finishers in the ABQ mayoral race, clashed at the final media meeting of the candidates with White embracing a sarcastic nickname Keller has adopted for him as the rest of the field worked for a breakthrough that

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

The City of Española violated the New Mexico Open Meetings Act due to the failure of the City Clerk’s Office to document the time and location of a recessed meeting earlier this year.

From left: Marisa Archuleta, Suzi Leger, Antonio D. Romero and Amanda A. Bustamante rehearse as members of Mariachi Alma del Norte on Oct. 2 at the home of the group’s director, James Leger. From left: Marisa Archuleta, Suzi Leger, Antonio D. Romero and Amanda A. Bustamante rehearse as members of

LAS CRUCES – New Mexico singer-songwriter Randy Huston and farrier Jim Keith received the 2025 Rounders Award Oct. 15 at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum …

City officials say fluoridating the water to the lower CDC standards would be challenging and costly — possibly as much as $500,000.

Santa Fe County officials say the project still needs some work. A contractor left the job site with key work unfinished.

Nonprofits that serve the homeless, hungry and sick told lawmakers vulnerable New Mexicans are worried about the future will bring.

Actor Alec Baldwin has had lengthy settlement negotiations with prosecutors and law enforcement who were involved in the Rust prosecution.

The NNSA this week furloughed more than 150 workers at field offices in Los Alamos and Albuquerque, and 500 federal unemployment claims have been filed.

Albuquerque - There is a heavy police presence on Old Coors between Salvador Rd SW and Sunset Gardens Rd. Officers from the Albuquerque Police Department have detained several people but are working to apprehend others who are reportedly barricaded in the area. People living, working, and driving in the area

Nuclear news this week has been dominated by the furlough of the majority of the National Nuclear Security Administration workforce, including…

More than 250 people provided feedback to the Health Care Authority officials Wednesday, as the agency vies for federal rural health care funding.

Now the research team is preparing a more rigorous study of the potential connection, to see if mRNA vaccines should be deliberately paired with cancer drugs called checkpoint inhibitors.

American Ballet Theatre feted the trailblazing dancer Wednesday evening with a grand farewell gala.

Fostering a dog for shelters helps to make room for more dogs at the shelters that are surrendered for various reasons.

While the panel was largely inactive earlier this year, it has since become part of the conversation about what residents see as rising crime.

Dior is making great progress in foster care; he is showing us his fun-loving adventurous side and responds well to positive reinforcement.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has picked a new executive director of the New Mexico Office of African American Affairs.

After nearly a quarter century of service to the University of New Mexico-Taos, Dean of Instruction Dr. Randi Archuleta announced she will ste…

Immigration, President Donald Trump and the New Mexico State Fair were all topics that surfaced during a roundtable discussion among Albuquerque’s six mayoral candidates at an event hosted by the Journal on Wednesday.

What would it take to get New Mexico out of megadrought? The short answer: water. The longer answer: multiple years of heavy winter snows. The…

Unused, old, or expired prescription medication taking up space in your medicine cabinet? Mark your calendars for Saturday (Oct. 25). The 8th …

Centinel Bank of Taos is pitching in to help address critical housing needs in the region, the local Taos bank announced this month. A $250,00…

Smoky conditions caused by the Kiowa-San Cristóbal Prescribed Fire burning in the Carson National Forest near Arroyo Hondo and San Cristóbal m…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - On October 16, 2025, a traffic stop resulting in the the arrest of Kenneth Romero was conducted on NM 177 near the Exit 89 overpass by the Cibola County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Deputies.According to a post by the Cibola County Sheriff’s Department, this traffic stop…

BERNALILLO — The government officially shut down Oct. 1 at midnight and is still shut down as of Oct. 24.

GRANTS, N.M. - The Pirates had a tough loss in a close district game to Moriarty last Friday in Moriarty.“The loss really stings,” said Grants High School head…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — When the U.S. Drought Monitor added “Moderate Drought” back to Cibola County’s map this month, it marked a change — but not necessarily…

By AARON ROGERS Daily Press Correspondent When Matt Leef and Alexa Tubbs opened Open Space Brewing Company two years ago, they wanted to take some of the skills and entrepreneurial spirit that they honed on the Continental Divide Trail together and incorporate them into a part of the Mining District

As temperatures drop and fireplaces start getting used again, the Las Vegas Fire Department wants to make sure you are aware of the dangers and why cleaning your chimney before use is critical. Most chimney fires are caused by creosote buildup. Creosote is a byproduct of burning wood, especially when

Support for FamiliesCaringforalovedonewith substance use or mental health challenges is tough, but support is here. The Companion App from CHESS Health is free for CibolaCountyresidentsandoffers resources, education, and connection for families and caregivers. Learn more: signup.companion.health/?…

Young Spaniard attends Goddard as exchange student

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — Mid-October brought a small but significant change to the drought map of Cibola County.For the first time in months, the U.S. Drought…

RIO RANCHO — Following the review of community survey results during its Oct. 20 meeting, , the Rio Rancho Public Schools Board of Education agreed on the qualities they would like to see in the next superintendent and approved a promotional …

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One of the first Halloween events took place on Friday at sunset at the Chaves County JOY Center. Kids of all ages decided early on that Pioneer Bank's station had the…

Roswell City Manager Chad Cole said last week that recovery from the October 2024 storm and flood will take several years.

On Friday, Oct. 17 at approximately 6:30 p.m., deputies responded to an area south of Roswell in reference to the discovery of a corpse. The individual has now been id…

Is there a crack in the dam when it comes to ardent opposition to school vouchers for ABQ and New Mexico as a means of improving the long-ailing public education system? If there is, could that crack get larger after the election for four ABQ School Board seats on the

Woman mourns murder of younger brother

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. - Fishing picked up slightly this week with some mild activity on the shoreline.Anglers reported SLOW to FAIR catfishing using hot dogs,…

CIBOLA COUNTY, N.M. — Three uranium proposals in the Grants Mineral Belt remain in federal environmental review with target decision dates stretching into 2027 and 2028, according to the latest federal permitting postings, while a fourth, Roca Honda, is tracked separately as a transparency listing.…

The Chaves County Commission approved an agreement with the state for a $3 million grant to help with flood mitigation and dam repair projects during their meeting on …

Firefighters from the Bluewater Village Fire Department joined the fun at the Bluewater Elementary School Carnival, where students played games and met their local heroes up close.

Roswell Air Center announces new venture

The City of Roswell held it's annual Equipment Road'eo Saturday at the old airfield off of West College Boulevard, allowing city employees and other equipment operator…

At Tot and Me the theme was the color white. We listened to Say Boo! and The Ghosts' Trip to Loch Ness. Then we made our own ghosts.

GRANTS, N.M. “BINGO! BINGO! I have bingo”, echoed in the front showroom of Ed Corley Ford dealership in Grants this past October 11 as we celebrated our Second Annual Pink Ribbon Rally for a Cause, breast cancer awareness and fundraiser that would benefit the local Cibola General Hospital Mammo…

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By MARCELA JOHNSON Daily Press Staff The Cobre Board of Education talked about criteria for their upcoming superintendent search during their regular meeting Monday. The board discussed a work session for determining how the search for a new superintendent would go, as board member Gilbert Guadiana had a question about

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexico United extended its unbeaten streak to seven matches on Saturday night, playing to a second consecutive 3–3 draw, this time…

If you're looking for a loyal, spirited, and affectionate companion to brighten your days, Katie just might be your perfect match.

GRANTS, N.M. — The following candidates have been qualified by the filing officer for the November Regular Local Election. The ballot order is shown in…

LAS CRUCES — Work crews have begun preparing the ground in Santa Teresa for a campus of data centers, offices and a power generation facility to be occupied by Oracle Infrastructure and OpenAI, a project anticipated to invest $165 billion ove…

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between October 14 and October 20, 2025: Jordan P. Romero, APO Arrest Order. Stephanie A. Dominguez, Shoplifting ($250 or Less). Eduardo Gomez, Out of State Fugitive. Anna Lenidovna Hughes, Criminal Trespass (Unposted). Michael Urioste, Bench Warrant Failure to

There will be a run-off election predicts the ABQ mayoral candidate most likely to get the most votes November 4. Mayor Tim Keller was asked in a radio interview whether he believed there would be a run-off election which occurs if none of the six candidates achieve 50 percent of

Las Vegas youngster Madison Sanchez 3, proudly shows off the pumpkin she planted, watered, and grew herself this season. Las Vegas youngster Madison Sanchez 3, proudly shows off the pumpkin she planted, watered, and grew herself this season. Your comment has been submitted. Reported There was a problem reporting this.

Maria Montoya, sitting inside her vehicle, gives candy to Remington Sena, 9, during the Fun Squad Halloween trunk-or-treat event at the Old Town Mission Community Center on Sunday. From left: Gianna Trujillo, 7, and Boen Romero, 6, enjoy pizza during the Fun Squad Halloween trunk-or-treat event at the Old Town

On Wednesday, October 15, three school board candidates spoke at the monthly Chaves County Federated Republican Women. ENMU-R President Shawn Powell also spoke, advoca…

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham hosted Japan’s ambassador to the United States in her Capitol office Monday to tout what she called a “roadmap” for exporting Rocky Mountain natural gas to Asian markets — an ironic move from a governor whose own environmental policies have constrained New Mexico’s oil and gas

On Saturday, Scouting America and the Conquistador Council awarded National Outstanding Eagle Scout Awards (NOESA) to two local leaders, radio personality Mike “Winter…

Thousands of protesters converged in downtown Santa Fe mid-morning Oct. 18 and began a noisy, boisterous march to the New Mexico state Capitol building for one of about 30 No Kings protests planned across the state in rural and urban areas, along with hundreds more across the country that drew

Mayor Hull (Journal)You may have heard the phrase"burying the lead" (or lede) in which the most important point of a news story is placed at the very bottom. Today we have a classic case of that and how the neglected news impacts the '26 GOP gubernatorial primary. In finally making

Coming up this week in the Roswell Daily Record:

Calendar: (courtesy of The Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce) Sunday, Oct. 19 *52nd... Read More

Dozens of "No Kings" protestors showed up outside the Chaves County Courthouse to express their discontent with the Trump administration on Saturday afternoon. This co…

A posthumous memoir by one of Jeffrey Epstein's best-known accusers is set for release Tuesday. The book by Virginia Roberts Giuffre offers an expanded account of her …

Artwork that author and artist Amy Hufnal created to illustrate her latest book, “Code Word: Cotinga.” Artwork that author and artist Amy Hufnal created to illustrate her latest book, “Code Word: Cotinga.” Local educator and artist Amy Hufnal took the words of her high school English teacher to heart when

A burned work truck sits in front of a rainbow in July 2022 in Guadalupita, one of the towns hit hardest in the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire. The state’s Insurance Superintendent on Oct. 15, 2025 announced increased coverage for businesses struggling to get property insurance in high-fire-risk areas. A burned

This vintage cash register is a prop designed by Amy Hufnal for the musical, “Hello, Dolly!” which will be brought to a Las Vegas stage in the spring. This vintage cash register is a prop designed by Amy Hufnal for the musical, “Hello, Dolly!” which will be brought to a

CORRALES — Corrales will hold a debate forum for candidates vying for the mayor seat Oct. 21 in the Recreation Center New Gym on Jones Road.

RIO RANCHO — A man was detained for allegedly threatening women with a hatchet at Eye Associates of New Mexico on Wellspring Avenue.

Front page of the Oct. 12, 1914 edition of the Las Vegas Optic, featuring reports from World War I and the World Series. Front page of the Oct. 12, 1914 edition of the Las Vegas Optic, featuring reports from World War I and the World Series. “Future Standards of Living

RIO RANCHO — Vista Grande Elementary School students, staff and members of the Parent-Teacher Organization came together Thursday to celebrate the grand opening of the school’s renovated library and a book vending machine for students who dem…

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RIO RANCHO — The city of Rio Rancho and a contractor were recently recognized for landscaping of the second phase of Campus Park.

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Public Schools Board of Education will meet Monday to consider what qualities they would like to see in the next superintendent and possibly approve an advertisement for the position.

RIO RANCHO — Tree clearing is bringing a few teams together near the bosque.

Moving Arts Española Co-Founder and Creative Director Roger Montoya, a CNN Hero, has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Dance Teacher Award, one of the nation’s most prestigious honors recognizing outstanding contributions to dance education.

Some farmers in South Dakota are using farm tunnels to extend their growing season. The tunnels are similar to greenhouses in that they capture heat from the sun, but …

The public release of a Young Republican group chat that included racist language, jokes about rape and flippant commentary on gas chambers has prompted bipartisan cal…

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For the first time in more than a decade, the number of states with rates of obesity of 35% or more has dropped. That's being viewed as an encouraging sign that Americ…

Gov. Gavin Newsom says California will begin selling affordable insulin under its own label on Jan. 1, nearly three years after he first announced a partnership to sel…

October marks the beginning of a new year for 4-H programming across New Mexico, and with it comes the opportunity to enroll youth and volunteers in one of the most im…

SANDOVAL COUNTY — As the 2025 election draws near, voters may be wondering just whom they are voting for.

RIO RANCHO — A community informational meeting on the proposed Project Ranger facility is set for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the cafeteria of Cielo Azul Elementary School.

It’s a bird, it’s a plane ... nope, it’s Chica! This 1-year-old, 62-lb. firecracker is a whirlwind of sunshine wrapped in fur. Her grand entrance? Let’s just say her humans didn’t stick around — they dumped her in the shelter’s yard while they were open and scaled the fence like

The office will help facilitate trade between New Mexico and Mexico and foster new opportunities.

The 2025 gardening year is coming to an end with the longest growing season anyone has seen. As of this writing, it’s Oct. 13 and the first frost has not yet happened for many growers and orchardists.

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

Albuquerque Public Schools has agreed to pay more than $3 million after a student was injured in a sword-fighting incident at Volcano Vista High School in 2022.

Polar bears that have taken over an abandoned polar research station off Russia’s far eastern coast were intimately captured in drone footage by Vadim Makhorov. The ph…

Luna Community College has experienced an increase in its student enrollment for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic led to a shut down of educational institutions across the country. LCC President Dr. Carol Linder said Wednesday that the school has received support not only from new administration, but also

KOAT debateWhat will be the only televised debate in the ABQ race for mayor was held last night and may have served as group therapy of sorts for so many residents frustrated over crime and homelessness. Those top-of-the-mind subjects consumed well over half the time.But politically our experts said the

Michael Drumm Michael Drumm The Samaritan House’s new executive director said he plans to shift the direction of the nonprofit homeless shelter “180 degrees.” “We’re not going to manage the problems anymore,” said Michael Drumm, who took over the Samaritan House operations on Oct. 1. “We’re actually going to focus

ALAMOGORDO — Romel Gabac, an English Language Arts teacher at Alamogordo High School (AHS) for the past five years, takes a lot of pride in the after-school clubs he w…

Outgoing far-left Democrat New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard, known for her aggressive eco-left agenda and anti-industry policies, announced Thursday she is suspending her campaign for lieutenant governor — a move that comes as her political prospects appeared increasingly uncertain heading into the 2026 race. Garcia Richard, a Democrat

Two of New Mexico's largest utilities are offering payment arrangements to federal employee customers affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown.

Former Republican Congresswoman Yvette Herrell, the last Republican elected to federal office in New Mexico, has endorsed Greg Cunningham, a decorated Marine Corps combat veteran and retired Albuquerque police detective, for Congress in New Mexico’s Second Congressional District — setting up what could become one of the most closely watched

A Las Vegas man is facing two felony charges for allegedly stealing a New Mexico Highlands University truck and fleeing from police. New Mexico Highlands University Police arrested 39-year-old Joseph A. Montaño earlier this month for allegedly stealing the vehicle from the university’s campus and leading police on a short

PLACITAS — The Placitas Community Library announced it will hold a fall Star Party at 5 p.m. Nov. 15 at 5 p.m.

From political correctness to pragmatism. That's what's shaping the race for mayor of Santa as eight candidates compete for voter attention.After eight years of woke progressive leadership from Mayor Alan Webber the city of 90,000 is realizing that problems national in scale show signs of taking hold there and demand

SANDOVAL COUNTY — Sandoval County is offering lunch Oct. 16 and 17 at the Bernalillo and Corrales senior centers.

Cyndi and John Walker have donated their historic (former) Gordon’s Jewelers building to the Las Vegas NM Community Foundation effective August 2025. The donation provides a permanent new home and office for the 10 year old nonprofit organization. The couple maintains residences and business interests in Arkansas and New Mexico

RIO RANCHO — A man is dead after a single-car accident occurred early Oct. 14, Rio Rancho Police confirmed this week.

The balance of power between the two primary factions that make up the Albuquerque Public Schools board is on the ballot this November.

Both the state and its largest school district celebrated improvements in students’ reading scores, with lesser progress seen in math scores.

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Public Schools is accepting nominations for the 2026 School Board Hall of Honor Award.

RIO RANCHO — After months of putting off an announcement, Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull on Tuesday made it official: He is running to be governor of New Mexico.

BERNALILLO — A man was arraigned for the second time Oct. 14 after violating probation from his conviction of second-degree murder.

Sanchez TV adConservative Democrat Louie Sanchez and Republican Darren White are up with TV following Keller's first buy and neither wastes time in trying to chip away at the mayor's big polling lead. Sanchez counters Keller's first pollyannish ad that pointed to his eight year record and that said he

The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between October 7 and October 13, 2025: William Sedillo, Driving While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor (Impaired), Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (Revoked For DWI), Open Container on Person in Motor Vehicle Upon Road, No Driver’s

ALBUQUERQUE — A man has been arrested for driving while intoxicated, resulting in one person’s severe injury at the intersection of Coors Bypass and Ellison Drive, Albuquerque Police Department announced Oct. 12.

A Democrat school board candidate in Roswell has ignited outrage after being caught calling a voter—and by extension, conservative residents—“MAGA f*ggots” while canvassing for votes. The October 10 confrontation occurred when Sarah McArthur, a far-left candidate running for Roswell Municipal Schools Board District 1, visited the home of Tracy DeLaRosa,

ALBUQUERQUE — A judge criticized a Rio Rancho resident for not following civil procedure in her lawsuit alleging the city is enforcing its ordinances illegally but stopped short of ruling on the merits of the case.

Next time you visit the doctor, an algorithm might be taking notes for you. Hospitals and clinics in New Mexico and across the country have adopted artificial intelligence programs to record and document patient visits in the hopes of reducin…

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho residents can spread Christmas cheer this holiday season by dropping off a shoebox packed with gifts for needy children.

The state agency that administers New Mexico’s food stamps program says as many as 32,000 residents’ eligibility could be impacted next month by new federal rules. The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” President Donald Trump signed July 4 contains many changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP

RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho Public Schools and an executive search firm will host meetings this week to find out what qualities people would like to see in the school district's next superintendent.

New Mexico House Democrat leadership is trying to rewrite history after last week’s chaotic and wasteful special legislative session, portraying their actions as “heroic” while ignoring the fact that no major crises were addressed — from the state’s broken child welfare system to its collapsing healthcare network. In a weekend

SANTA FE — Since Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced New Mexico's universal child care initiative last month, glowing stories have appeared in media outlets from around the globe.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s multimillion-dollar plan to construct new abortion facilities in New Mexico is reportedly hitting major roadblocks, with contractors across the state refusing to take part in the taxpayer-funded projects. The Southwest Coalition for Life, a pro-life organization, says the governor’s controversial $10 million abortion and transgender “mega-center”

ALBUQUERQUE — “Where’s The Beef?”

Jon Clark began his role at the New Mexico State Investment Council last year as “employee No. 22.”

The latest example of political “cancel culture” in New Mexico has backfired spectacularly after a left-wing teachers union and social-media agitators tried to destroy one of the state’s most beloved family-run attractions — McCall’s Pumpkin Patch in Moriarty. The uproar began on Sept. 26, when Ellen Bernstein, president of the

SANTA FE — The recent special session at the Roundhouse brought some agreement among members of the Rio Rancho area’s delegation, but they particularly butted heads when it came to bills providing emergency funding for federally funded progra…

Front page of the Las Vegas Optic from Oct. 9, 1919. The World Series detailed on this front page became famous in the years to come because of the scandal surrounding the 1919 Chicago White Sox, who were later revealed to have intentionally lost games in exchange for payments from

New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU) invites the public to the 2025 Biennial Matanza, a time-honored gathering that bonds tradition, culture, and community in a day of celebration! On November 1, 2025, the Cultural Center at Melody Park will come alive with the sights, scents, and sounds of northern New Mexican

The heyday of formal brick and mortar corporate law firms characterized by Corinthian columns, lavish and intimidating interiors, towers of file storage boxes, and pro…

Vanessa Maciel/Optic photo Andrew Persante, a forestry student at New Mexico Highlands University, left, gets information about the New Mexico Forest and Watershed Restoration Institute from Raymundo Melendez, education and outreach assistant for the institute, Monday morning at the Student Union Building. Edward Martinez, deputy director for the NMFWRI, stands

RIO RANCHO — An Albuquerque man was summoned Oct. 9 for an alleged arson that took place in July.

Holtec International has abandoned plans to build a commercial nuclear waste storage facility in southeastern New Mexico, the company announced Wednesday.

RIO RANCHO — Professionals in skilled trades met Wednesday to tour Rio Rancho Public Schools’ new career-technical education high school and brainstorm ways they could partner together.

BERNALILLO — In contrast to the general election in 2024, when the turnout of voters was greater, this year’s general local election has been slow in Sandoval County.

RIO RANCHO — The Rio Rancho Governing Body is considering up to $25 million in bonds to fund improvements to the city’s water and wastewater utility system.

A Las Vegas man awaiting trial on felony counts of possession of a controlled substance and tampering with evidence now faces charges of trafficking fentanyl pills. Police arrested 62-year-old Alfred A. Ruiz on Oct. 1 after officers with the Las Vegas Police Department located 72 fentanyl pills on him during

RIO RANCHO — The city of Rio Rancho wants to make a variety of improvements to a segment of Sara Road and install a roundabout where the street intersects with Meadowlark Lane, but the start of construction is undetermined as officials look f…

BERNALILLO — Seventy-two years after graduating from Bernalillo High School, Ralph Martinez has not forgotten his Spartan roots.

SANTA FE — New Mexico lawmakers took bipartisan action during a special session last week to pass a bill aimed at shielding some state residents from hefty health insurance cost hikes.

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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed into law one of the most controversial measures from last week’s special legislative session — a bill giving the New Mexico Department of Health unilateral authority over the state’s vaccination requirements for schoolchildren. The measure, Senate Bill 3, was the final bill awaiting the

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

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Wednesday signed into law the last of five bills passed during the special session, allowing state health officials to set their own guidelines for vaccinations without input from the Centers for Disease Control…

The Las Vegas Demonstration and Training Farm, located on the outskirts of Las Vegas off of Cinder Road, recently. The Las Vegas Demonstration and Training Farm, located on the outskirts of Las Vegas off of Cinder Road, recently. Leadership of a successful and growing “training” farm on the outskirts of

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Elmo Baca, executive director of the Community Foundation, left, chats with Pat Taylor, adobe preservationist and director of Pat Taylor Inc. during the Viva Vegas ’25 New Mexico State Historic Preservation Conference at New Mexico Highlands University on Friday morning. Elmo Baca, executive director of the Community Foundation, left, chats

A group takes a tour of the St. Vrain mill on Sunday as part of the ’25 New Mexico State Historic Preservation Conference. A group takes a tour of the St. Vrain mill on Sunday as part of the ’25 New Mexico State Historic Preservation Conference. Jose Rivera, professor emeritus

New Mexico lawmakers clashed Tuesday over two controversial presentations at the Legislative Health and Human Services Committee, one claiming malpractice reforms have little effect on the state’s doctor shortage and another portraying private investment in healthcare as a threat. Both drew sharp rebukes from Republican legislators who said the data

Lawmakers moved quickly in the opening days of a special session convened in Santa Fe, passing a $162 million budget bill intended to overcome federal cuts backed by Republicans in Congress, and appropriating state funds to make up the difference should Congress allow the Affordable Care Act to expire at

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

An associate professor at the University of New Mexico says she fears being compelled to “lie” to her students by teaching that only two genders exist. Georgiann Davis, an associate professor of sociology at UNM, expressed her concerns in a Thursday op-ed for the Los Angeles Times titled “I’m an

President Donald Trump’s Department of Energy has halted more than $135 million in so-called “clean energy” projects across New Mexico—part of a larger $7.5 billion rollback of wasteful spending in 21 mostly Democrat-run states. The decision scrapped 10 projects in New Mexico alone, ranging from carbon-capture schemes to taxpayer-backed solar

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The “emergency” special session called by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham ended this week with all five Democrat-sponsored bills passed, some on party-line votes. However, the real headline was the deep partisan divide and the governor’s furious reaction to Republicans for opposing her vaccine legislation. The two-day session, which cost taxpayers

Pro-illegal immigrant activists staged a small demonstration outside the New Mexico Roundhouse on Wednesday, upset that Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Democrat leaders didn’t include their pet proposal—a ban on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facilities—on the agenda for the special session. For weeks, the far-left groups have

Antonio “Tony” Flores Padilla, age 82, passed away peacefully at home in San Rafael, New Mexico, on Sunday, September 21, 2025. He was surrounded by his loving…

Mill levies, GO bonds on November ballot Denise Marquez/News-Sun In addition to the candidates seeking a variety of offices across the county, some Lea County school districts are seeking voter approval to continue funding mill levies and general obligation bonds to support their work in the coming year. Hobbs voters

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

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

On day one of the Democrats’ government shutdown, the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) wasted no time targeting New Mexico Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-Las Cruces) for what they called a reckless and hypocritical decision to shut down the federal government. All members of New Mexico’s all-Democrat congressional delegation joined Vasquez

Two days before lawmakers gather for a special session on Medicaid, Republican senators in New Mexico are urging their colleagues to confront what they say is an even more urgent crisis: the state’s broken medical malpractice system. At a forum on Monday in Bernalillo, the Senate GOP’s five-member “Medical Malpractice

As New Mexico’s Oct. 1 special legislative session looms, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Democrat leadership are under fire for prioritizing a political agenda over pressing crises facing the state—namely, a crippling doctor shortage, an unraveling child welfare system, and rampant crime. Rather than confronting the root causes behind the

During Wednesday’s meeting of the Legislative Courts, Corrections, and Justice Committee (CCJ), state Rep. John Block (R-Alamogordo), founder and editor of the Piñon Post, condemned Democrats’ increasingly radical rhetoric, warning it is fueling violence against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. His comments came the same day a gunman

During a Tuesday meeting of the Legislative Courts, Corrections, and Justice Committee, state Sen. Joseph Cervantes (D-Las Cruces), chairman of the committee, compared federal immigration enforcement to the Ku Klux Klan. Cervantes chairs the Senate Judiciary Committee during the regular session. The Ku Klux Klan, founded after the Civil War,

Jose and Mirna Tafoya noticed they had out-grown their business at the 100 block of South Gold Avenue. Desert Land Express MVD LLC needed state-of-the...

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

Residents are prepared to showcase the best Luna County has to offer at the Southwestern New Mexico State Fair, Oct. 1-5, at 4300 Raymond Reed Blvd. i...

Coming off a 3-1 match loss in El Paso on Thursday, the Deming High Lady Wildcats will host a loaded Centennial High varsity at 6 p.m. today at Frank ...

The Las Cruces United States Bowling Congress (LCUSBC) is excited to host Youth Bowling and Scholarship Program for the 2025/2026 season. This program...

For the second time this year, the Deming Luna County Chamber of Commerce is on the hunt for an executive director. Rosela Nanez, local small business...

Far-left Democrat Congressman Gabe Vasquez of New Mexico once again proved he cannot be trusted to take a stand for his constituents, casting no vote on the Republican continuing resolution to keep the federal government open. By refusing to vote yes or no, Vasquez avoided accountability while effectively siding with

Far-left New Mexico House Speaker Javier Martínez (D-Albuquerque) unleashed an unhinged and profanity-laced Facebook post on the very day conservative leader Charlie Kirk was assassinated at a Utah college campus, raising outrage across the state. Rather than show restraint or call for calm, Martínez chose the moment to attack conservatives,

Entering La-Z-Boy Galleries of Albuquerque is like settling into a favorite recliner - and not just because of the store’s inviting chairs, sofas or mattresses. The co…

As the fall semester hits its swing, the students around Deming are beginning to settle in, and it’s no different for those at Cesar Chavez Charter Hi...

The Luna County Health Council is hosting its first community Narcan training of the fiscal year on Thursday morning in the basement training room of ...

Sandia Pueblo Gov. Esquipula Chavez and Lt. Gov. Edward Paisano cut a ribbon opening a giant white tent west of Interstate 25 and north of Roy Road, under an arched si…

Walk around the Parnall Law Firm and it’s very much a family affair. Photos from all 115+ employees’ families line the walls. Sitting throughout the office’s shelves a…