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Rio Rancho Governing Body establishes new salary for elected officials starting in 2026
The Rio Rancho Governing Body approved an ordinance at its Aug. 22 meeting that establishes the salary for the mayor and city council members beginning in 2026. The Governing Body, which consists of six city councilors and Mayor Gregg Hull, did not vote to give themselves raises but rather determined the annual compensation for whoever is voted into their positions in the future.
'We were expendable': Downwinders from world's 1st atomic test are on a mission to tell their story
Not many people know the world's first detonation of an atomic bomb was on U.S. soil. It would be weeks later that humanity would witness the power of atomic weapons when bombs were dropped on Japan
Los Alamos JJAB To Host 20th Anniversary Community Celebration Sept. 14 At Ashley Pond Park
Los Alamos JJAB has announced its 20th Anniversary Community Celebration, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sept. 14 at Ashley Pond Park. The event will celebrate the organization’s successes and community involvement. It will include free activities such as a bounce house and obstacle course, laser tag, inflatable axe throwing and 3-ball, lawn games, a DJ and prizes.
‘In The Summers’ Trailer: Sundance’s Grand Prize Winning Fathers & Daughters Drama Hits In September
The winner of the much-sought-after Sundance Grand Jury Prize and Sundance Director Award earlier this year, the poignant father and daughters drama “In The Summers” is finally coming out this fall. Music Box Films has set a release in September. The directorial debut of Alessandra Lacorazza, known for...
Santa Fe Animal Shelter hosting block party with discounted adoption fees
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Santa Fe Animal Shelter is hosting a block party adoption event from 12 – 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 24. With an influx of animals, the shelter say its goal is to reach 150 adoptions by the end of the month. During the adoption event, fees will be discounted to […]
Pallet homes program aiding the homeless population in Arizona
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KOAT) — “I’m not just existing anymore and that’s basically what it was…just a really lonely, sad existence being homeless,” Pauline Romero said. She’s lived on the streets dealing with things like PTSD and domestic violence. However, having a pallet...
'We were expendable': Downwinders from world's 1st atomic test are on a mission to tell their story
Not many people know the world's first detonation of an atomic bomb was on U.S. soil. It would be weeks later that humanity would witness the power of atomic weapons when bombs were dropped on Japan
Deb Haaland brings the Turquoise Clan to the DNC stage
CHICAGO — Deb Haaland brought Indigeneity front and center at the Democratic National Convention on its final night in a speech that presented an argument for environmental protections. “Gu’wha’tzi,” Haaland said in the Keres language spoken by tribes in New Mexico, including Laguna Pueblo where she is from. After the traditional introduction that asked the […]
What’s happening around New Mexico August 23-29
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from August 23-29. Albuquerque New Mexico Albuquerque Notices 🔶 New scholarship available for Indigenous students studying film at UNM – The Department of Film and Digital Arts announced the scholarship is specifically for Indigenous students. It’s to support those students and a new course called […]
NMSU defeats Oregon, 2-1 for first win against power conference opponent
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico - NM State beat Oregon 2-1 in their second-ever matchup and first in Las Cruces on Aug. 22 at the NM State Soccer Complex. Goals from Ariana Leamons and Brooke Schultz propelled the Aggies to their first-ever win over a Power-four conference opponent. “They're a high...
Harris, Heinrich hold wide leads in New Mexico: Poll
Vice President Harris and New Mexico Sen. Martin Heinrich (D) hold significant leads over their Republican opponents in the blue-leaning state that the GOP had expressed some optimism about when President Biden was still in the race, according to a new poll. The survey from Emerson College Polling/The Hill released Friday showed Harris leading former…
In this tiny New Mexico town, the air quality is worse than in downtown L.A.
A group of air quality scientists with decades of experience have found some of the worst air pollution they’ve encountered in years in the tiny town of Loving, New Mexico, where the ozone level is often worse than it is in downtown Los Angeles. Despite the elevated readings, the Environmental Protection Agency — the primary […]
Live updates: Las Cruces area Week 1 high school football scoreboard
Here are live updates from Week 1 of Las Cruces area high school football games. At the top of this page, you will find updates from the Las Cruces vs. Mayfield game. At the bottom of this page, you will find updates from Las Cruces area schools. Be sure to follow along...
Scientist: plutonium contamination still present in NM's Acid Canyon
A scientist who said he found extreme plutonium contamination in Los Alamos' Acid Canyon believes concerned residents should invest in monitoring equipment for greater peace of mind. Over a 20-year period ending in 1963, liquid and often radioactive waste was dumped down the canyon. Michael Ketterer, professor emeritus of chemistry...
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