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Las Cruces PD: Video leads to man being arrested for shoplifting
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A 32-year-old man was identified and arrested for shoplifting after video posted to social media showed a theft at a retail store, Las Cruces Police said. Las Cruces Police have arrested David Alan Leonard, 32, for shoplifting more than $500 from a shoe store in Las Cruces. With the assistance […]
Santa Fe Shelter Going Strong
The transfer operation began in Santa Fe, with staff workers and volunteers collaborating with the ASPCA. Santa Fe Humane Society and Shelter (SFHSS) The Santa Fe Humane Society and Shelter has spent most of its time this year—and other years—filled to near-capacity with animals. But when floods hit...
Celebrating a Century of Zozobra: Santa Fe’s Iconic Tradition Comes to the Big Screen
As Santa Fe prepares to bid farewell to its glooms for the 100th time, a new documentary captures one of the city’s most beloved traditions. Zozobra: 100 Years of Fire and Redemption, produced by Hutton Video Productions, offers an intimate look at the history, artistry, and community spirit behind the annual burning of Old Man Gloom. For more behind-the-scenes insights and additional content, check out their dedicated page.
Matches met, still got some totes left
With your support, we have met all of our matching grants for our Summer 2024 Pledge Drive! That’s $4,930 in matching grants doubled—and then some—to total over $10,000!. We are still in stock of our limited edition KURU tote bags with around 25 left, in addition to our regular turquoise on black shirts (except for Mediums)
Bronco Volleyball opens 2024 season in the win column
On Thursday night, No. 12 New Mexico Military Institute battled against No.7 Weatherford College in the 16th annual NMMI Classic to settle a 3-1 victory at the Cahoon Armory Gym. After weeks of seeing the same faces at practice, 19-year head coach Shelby Forchtner was relieved to see another team...
City of Belen moves forward with new standard operating procedure for baby box
BELEN, N.M. (KRQE) – Belen city councilors approved procedures for the baby box the city unveiled last year. Those rules are aimed at ensuring that whoever surrenders the baby, is left completely anonymous. “This is about providing a safe, anonymous surrender of a child,” said City of Belen Mayor, Robert Noblin. Back in October, the City […]
Rio Rancho City Council votes to convert land into open space
*Editor’s note: This article has been updated to reflect the correct ownership of Black Arroyo by SSCAFCA rather than the City of Rio Rancho. RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The Rio Rancho City Council voted unanimously to convert some land into open space. Black Arroyo, a property owned by the Southern Sandoval County Arroyo Flood Control Authority […]
Rams wreak havoc in season opener
ALBUQUERQUE — RRHS Rams football opened the season Aug. 22 with a decisive 54-15 victory over out-of-district, westside rivals Atrisco Heritage at Nusenda Community Stadium. The Atrisco Heritage Jaguars may have returned 10 of 11 starters from their defense, but it still proved too little for the high-flying offense of the Rams. Senior quarterback JJ Arellano aired it out for six touchdowns before sophomore quarterback Micah Takahashi relieved him at the start of the fourth quarter.
2024 Montezuma Ball Committee hosting Art Auction Friday
The Montezuma Ball committee is hosting an online art auction to raise money for its 2024 beneficiaries, R4Creating and Mandy’s Farm. Montezuma Ball, one of New Mexico’s oldest traditions and largest fundraisers to benefit area nonprofit organizations, will hold its annual fundraising ball Nov. 23 at Hotel Albuquerque in Old Town.
Five Things to Do This Weekend
Exciting events happening this weekend in New Mexico include the debut of a new Zozobra exhibition, a bear festival, an improv show, a car show fiesta, and a live concert featuring Dwight Yoakam & The Mavericks. 1 Burn him!. Just in time for the 100th burning of Zozobra—which happens next...
New Mexico awards two long-term leases for wind projects
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Two wind projects are coming to New Mexico and are expected to generate around 550 megawatts of power combined. The state announced two long-term leases for wind projects. The first lease was awarded to EDF Renewables to develop a nearly 24,000 acre project in Grant County. The second was awarded to Innegrex Renewable […]
Mike Johnson scrambles to endorse Republican candidate in tight New Mexico House race
With less than 80 days to the November general election, Democrats and Republicans are gearing up for more intense campaigning as they seek to dominate not only the White House, but also both chambers of Congress. All races are expected to be tight, and that's why House Speaker Mike Johnson...
Early childhood home visiting program challenged by some NM legislators during LFC meeting
Lawmakers questioned the effectiveness of an early childhood home visiting program Wednesday during a Legislative Finance Committee meeting in Mescalero. The program, run through the Early Childhood Education & Care Department, is meant to better outcomes for young children and families in New Mexico. Home visits can start prenatally, and eventually, providers assist with lactation, […]
NM Dems to choose replacement for Jon Hill, House District 53 candidate
Seven New Mexico Democratic party members will select a replacement candidate on Friday from a pool of three people running to replace Jon Hill on the ballot for House District 53. After winning the primary for the Southern New Mexico House seat with 58% of the vote, Hill stepped down in early August, saying he’d […]
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