NEWS Nine hours on call with the Behavioral Health Unit Meet the first responders called to the scene of mental health crises in Bernalillo County
ENERGY Clean energy finds a foothold in New Mexico despite federal pullback After a $15 million DOE grant was canceled, Kit Carson Electric Cooperative turned to state support to finish microgrid projects
NEWS Fire in Northeast Heights displaces almost 20 Cause of apartment fire remains under investigation, Fire Rescue says
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO Kit Carson Electric Co-op puts AI, drone tech to use to mitigate wildfire danger ahead of dicey spring season Utility CEO says microgrid project also a go as state fills funding gap left by Department of Energy cancellations
NEWS Could New Mexico United anchor state fairgrounds upgrade? Consultants recommend a sports stadium as part of fairground master plan
Federal distrust prompts some Democratic states to protect polling places, election records NM became the first state to bar armed agents from polling locations in response to Trump's immigration crackdown and similar steps are being considered in at least a half dozen other Dem-led states
CRIME APD investigating 'suspicious death' in NE ABQ Death appears to be 'the result of a medical episode,' spokesperson says
RETAIL Winrock to welcome Taiwanese chain 85°C Bakery Cafe — New Mexico's first The chain is known globally for its fresh pastries, breads, cakes and specialty drinks
NEWS Third teen arrested in auto-theft-turned homicide Police say a 19-year-old now faces murder and other related charges in a shooting death during an attempted truck theft
ENERGY How the chaos in the Middle East could affect New Mexico’s oil production War, reserve releases and refinery attacks are driving high prices that could extend the Permian boom and reshape New Mexico’s budget
NEWS Gubernatorial candidate helped shooting victim in Albuquerque Doug Turner says 'pretty shocking' incident underscores need for public safety changes
SMALL BUSINESS Putt’s happening? Fresh details surface about the return of Albuquerque’s Putts N Pints The Albuquerque entertainment staple is slated to make a comeback this summer
ECONOMY At SXSW, New Mexico brings its innovators into focus The New Mexico House will showcase startups, artists and officials at the Austin festival
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO A few more turns: New Mexico skiers, boarders make the most of final days of record-low snow season Resorts depend on snowmaking operations to keep lifts turning as unseasonably warm, dry winter draws to a close
EDUCATION New Mexico leaders push to create civics seal on high school diplomas Seal would recognize high school seniors who excel in civics coursework or community engagement
NEWS GOP gubernatorial candidate Jim Ellison drops out of race, plans to run for state treasurer Secretary of State's Office says former governor hopeful can run as write-in candidate for different office
NEWS Albuquerque defense attorney arrested, charged with trying to smuggle narcotics into prison Cibola County correctional officer reportedly found suboxone strips in eyeglass case
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO How social media influenced Las Cruces animal cruelty case Luis Javier Cobos Jr. to serve prison time for beating dogs
COURTS Judge halts trial involving woman's 2021 suicide Attorneys argued Albuquerque police weren't legally required to prevent woman's death
REAL ESTATE Santa Fe’s La Posada hotel slated to change hands in nearly $58 million deal The deal is expected to close this month
NEWS Santa Fe resident hospitalized in first 2026 hantavirus case State health officials urge residents to take precautions when cleaning areas with possible rodent droppings
NEWS A link to the past? Scientists discover ancestor of T. rex in New Mexico Reexamined dinosaur bone found near Navajo Nation
NEWS Bronze sculpture stolen from Albuquerque art site Police are investigating after a bronze figure from the La Jornada installation near the Albuquerque Museum was reported stolen
NEWS Retired general was not 'confused and disoriented' when he went missing, wife says Sheriff's Office: Gun reported missing from man's home after disappearance; 'currently' no foul play suspected
NEWS Police arrest suspect in Coors road rage shooting 22-year-old allegedly fired multiple rounds into a family’s vehicle, wounding a woman and teen
REAL ESTATE Titan Development, Onset Hospitality partner on Albuquerque food hall project Highlands Central Market near Presbyterian Hospital is expected to reach completion in the second quarter of 2027
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO Kirtland Air Force Base deploys helicopter to help rescue Taos County teen who fell in Rio Grande Gorge Sheriff: 'They were unprepared, and fortunately, Taos County had the resources available to be able to successfully save their lives'
ELECTION 2026 Bernalillo County sheriff's race features a rematch in Dem primary Former Quay County Sheriff Philip Snedeker to face incumbent John Allen
LEGISLATURE Former legislators seek return to Roundhouse, as state House races take shape Total of five incumbent House members not seeking reelection this year
ELECTION 2026 Bernalillo County races draw competition for incumbents Filing day brings the upcoming election into view
BUSINESS ‘The power of work’: Goodwill CEO sheds light on the nonprofit’s workforce development initiatives Organization helped 1,875 New Mexicans find jobs in 2025
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO Doña Ana County agrees to community meeting over Project Jupiter Move follows six months of protests over Santa Teresa data center
NEWS Record low snowpack reported in NM; temps could reach 80s across the state If drought continues, concern for fire season will be 'quite high,' NWS meteorologist says
NEWS Governor signs budget and tax package before deadline, but vetoes disaster response bill Lujan Grisham says annual spending bill marks ‘massive leap’ forward for state
NEWS ‘The blasts kept coming’: ABQ residents recall escaping war zone in Bahrain 'Not one person screamed or freaked out or anything,' traveler says
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO County partnership with Mescalero Apache questioned Proposed collaboration centered on amphitheatre near Las Cruces
HEALTH CARE New Mexico Medicaid now covers traditional Native American healing Navajo Nation to be program's first participant
COURTS Man sentenced to life in killing of Uber Eats driver Prosecutors say gunman did not know the driver
NEWS Gov. signs universal child care bill into law, vows program will be 'sea change' for families Funding to provide state-subsidized child care will come primarily from $11 billion trust fund
BUSINESS Bill extending tax breaks for blighted areas signed into law Supporters of Senate Bill 58 say it will give developers ‘more time to make projects succeed’
LEGISLATURE Governor signs bill requiring student drivers to take course on bicyclist and pedestrian safety Senate Bill 73 'is a good start to achieving safer roads,' Lujan Grisham says
NEWS Second teen arrested in fatal Southwest Albuquerque shooting APD says 17-year-old held for murder in January shooting during gun sale attempt
NORTHERN NEW MEXICO Rodeo community, families grieve loss of two bull riders and close friend killed in Las Vegas house fire Cause of fatal early morning blaze remains under investigation with State Fire Marshal's Office
NEWS Haaland scores big victory over Bregman in Democratic Party pre-primary convention Former U.S. Interior secretary gets 73.5% in bid for nomination in governor's race
COURTS APD actions in woman's suicide at issue in trial Testimony begins in lawsuit stemming from 2021 self-inflicted shooting death
SLIDESHOW SLIDESHOW: Stop and prune the roses Volunteers fan out each spring to work on the Albuquerque Rose Garden
NEWS New Mexico revenue collections dip amid economic slowdown Lower-than-projected revenue levels could force state to tap cash reserves to balance budget
EDUCATION In Albuquerque, lowrider culture finds its next generation Duke City Lowrider Bike Program teaches kids to build custom bikes
NEWS State investigators search Zorro Ranch as part of new probe into criminal activities during Epstein era New Mexico Department of Justice says search carried out after current ranch owner granted access
REAL ESTATE New Mexico’s first Aloft Hotel under construction near Sunport The tech-forward hotel, a Marriott brand, is expected to arrive summer 2027
EDUCATION Governor signs education package on reading, math, teacher benefits Bills target literacy and math instruction, create a state Office of Special Education, lower health insurance costs for teachers and increase teacher resident salaries
NEWS Survivors and allies gather near Zorro Ranch on International Women's Day Hundreds call for accountability and answers
NEWS Justice Amy Coney Barrett talks about the Supreme Court as dozens protest outside theater Barrett: 'You want a judge of strong character because I think you need to have a judge that can withstand pressure from the outside'
SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO Lawsuit holds Deming police, state accountable for ex-cop's sexual abuse Jesus Lopez Jr. pleaded guilty to a pornography charge last year
COURTS Meta CEO caps four weeks of state testimony Mark Zuckerberg contends Meta ended time goals for teenage users
NEWS 'A steward for the ABQ theater community': Actor, director and educator Paul Ford dies Former student: 'He impacted so many people through his teaching, through his directing, through his acting'
WHAT’S IN A NAME? Tracing New Mexico’s Route 66 place names From Glenrio to Manuelito, the centennial Mother Road reveals the stories behind New Mexico’s most distinctive town names
From discord to agreement, progress reported at CYFD Both sides in 6-year-old foster care case say state compliance with reforms should endure beyond Dec. 31
