Weather
Unseasonable Warmth Grips New Mexico
Dry, breezy conditions raise fire risks as temperatures stay above average
Firefighters Respond to Blaze at Abandoned Albuquerque Duplex
No injuries reported as crews extinguish fire within 20 minutes
Mild Weather Forecast Across New Mexico This Weekend
Temperatures expected to reach 5-20 degrees above normal with some rain chances.
Business
Bernalillo County Approves Stricter Rules for New Data Centers
New guidelines aim to address water, energy usage and workforce requirements for projects seeking county incentives.
Albuquerque Police Department Increases Officer Pay Under New Compensation Structure
City leaders aim to strengthen recruitment, retention, and career support within APD
Albuquerque to Host Youth Job and Volunteer Fair
Registration open for 14-25 year olds to explore employment and service opportunities.
Lifestyle
New Mexico Lawmakers Propose Statewide Cell Phone Ban in Schools
Bill would require all school districts to prohibit student cell phone use during school day
Albuquerque Launches 'Safety Sticks' Parking Cameras
New automated system to issue $30 tickets for parking violations over 90 seconds
Albuquerque Public Schools Seeks Input on 2027-2028 Calendar
District launches survey to gather community feedback on two proposed school year schedules.
Crime
Las Cruces woman charged after newborn discarded in portable toilet
Sonia Cristal Jimenez faces felony charge of intentional child abuse resulting in death
New Mexico Land Commissioner Calls for Probe of Epstein's Former Zorro Ranch
Allegations of buried bodies on the property prompt investigation request
Suspect dies in gunfight with Las Cruces police
Authorities investigating shooting after off-duty officer confronted alleged bicycle thief
Politics
New Mexico Lawmakers Propose Copays for Universal Childcare Program
Bill would allow state to require contributions from higher-income families to help sustain program
New Mexico Passes Immigrant Safety Act, Limiting ICE Contracts
Sen. Martin Heinrich backs the new law aimed at keeping local law enforcement focused on community safety rather than immigration enforcement.
New Mexico Lawmakers Push for Stricter Laws on Guns, Burglary, and Drones
With two weeks left in the legislative session, only a few public safety bills are progressing
