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New Mexico Judge Dismisses Alec Baldwin Shooting Case
The dramatic courtroom saga involving Alec Baldwin came to a shocking conclusion on Friday when a New Mexico judge dismissed the involuntary manslaughter charges against the actor. The case revolved around the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film "Rust." Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer ruled...
Special sessions show flaws in system
A recent town hall meeting in Las Cruces hosted by the Foundation for Open Government focused on the need for greater transparency at the Legislature during the budget-making process. There is, perhaps, no process at the Legislature that is more secretive and less transparent than the special session about to...
‘It is not a good use of taxpayer dollars’: Some New Mexico lawmakers still against special session
"We thought we had an agreement with the governor when she first indicated she wanted to call a special [session], that she wouldn't proceed unless there was consensus. The governor went ahead and called that session, called this session, before we had even started working on these bills."
Volunteers leave bottled water for migrants in deadly smuggling corridor
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (Border Report) – The rocks are jagged, and the sand is hot. The 12- to 24-inch wide paths often trail off 100 feet down. A fall from Mount Cristo Rey means broken bones and possibly death. But it is the sun, that burns the skin and leaves lips dry, that has […]
Las Cruces hospital accused of refusing treatment to cancer patients
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez announced Tuesday morning, July 16, that the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) will be launching an investigation into a Las Cruces hospital after it allegedly refused to treat cancer patients among other allegations, the NMDOJ announced in a press release. The NMDOJ says […]
Homicide detective investigate death in northwest Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Police are investigating after one person was found dead in northwest Albuquerque. Albuquerque police say they responded to the 400 block on 63rd street for a report of a dead person inside of a house in the area. Police say when rescue crews arrived to the...
Weaver returns to CHS cheer — this time as coach
The Cleveland High School cheer team has a new head coach, and it's one of their former cheerleaders, Maddison Weaver. “It means so much to me to be back at Cleveland. Being an alumni and past cheerleader, I couldn’t be more excited to give back to the school and program that shaped me,” Weaver said. “Another big push schoolwide this year is to bring back that ‘electric’ school spirit that Cleveland is known for.”
Former Aggie Keith Jones II selected by Texas Rangers in 9th round of MLB Draft
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – NMSU’s Keith Jones II will have a chance to play at the next level after being selected in the 9th round, at the 285th pick in the MLB Draft by the Texas Rangers. Jones had a standout season in his senior year for the Aggies, leading the program for the […]
THE BALL IS BACK! THE SOMOS UNIDOS FOUNDATION LAUNCHES YEAR THREE OF ANNUAL GALA!
New Mexico United and the Somos Unidos Foundation are excited to announce that their annual gala – “The Ball” – is back for year three! The Ball is the single largest annual fundraiser for the Somos Unidos Foundation each year. This year, The Ball will be held at Atlantic Aviation in Albuquerque, in a massive airplane hangar. Doors open at 6 PM on September 7th, and tickets are on-sale NOW! Get yours HERE!
Ex-security guard accused of attacking homeless man, shooting dog
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A now-former security guard, who caught a break after he pleaded guilty to beating a man, is in trouble once again. We are now seeing newly released video of that beating and learn what he is now accused of doing to a homeless man and the man’s dog. “Came up over here, […]
Expected water outage in Portales
If you are a resident of Portales living in the area of North Ave B, West Ivy, and the surrounding areas, do not be alarmed at an expected water outage tomorrow. On July 16th, from 8 AM to around 3 PM, the city will be updating the infrastructure around the area. Expect no water supply, and low water pressure after the job is completed, with some minor discoloration. If you have any questions, contact the City Hall water dept. at 575-356-6662.
City Councilor Dapson hosting Meet 'n' Greet event this weekend
The city of Rio Rancho will be hosting Councilor Meet ‘n’ Greet events throughout summer. Each city councilor will be hosting an event for their district with free ice cream, games, activities and demonstrations by city staff for all ages.
VIDEO: Black SUV nearly hits group with anti-Trump signs in Nob Hill
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A new video shows the tense moments between a driver and two protestors along a busy stretch of Central. You can see a driver rammed a truck and tried to hit two people. It took a gun to stop him. Police say it stemmed from anti-Trump signs. “We are working with some […]
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