Crimes & Investigations

A Slingshot-Style Ride at Western Playland is Closed After a Cable Failure Injured Two Teenagers

A ride in Western Playland has malfunctioned due to a snapped cable, and two guests sustained minor injuries from the incident. The park authorities have yet to release their statements regarding the incident.

A Dispute Over a Church Sign Ended With Pepper Spray and a Pulled Gun. Here’s Why Police Charged a Third Person.

A man faces two counts of aggravated assault after police said he allegedly pulled a gun during a confrontation between his girlfriend and a priest.

DEA Under Fire: Why 1.8M Seized Fentanyl Pills Prompted a Congressional Demand for Reform

Substance use is one of the main problems in the state. With the increased usage of powdered fentanyl in the community, lawmakers are troubled about the welfare of the people.

Godzilla vs. Kong star Kaylee Hottle Dies in Car Crash at 18

The 18-year-old actress died in a single-vehicle collision in Maryland.

Suspect Arrested More Than a Year After Fatal Albuquerque Sidewalk Shooting, Police Say

A murder suspect in 2025 was arrested by a police officer while passing out drug paraphernalia on Central Avenue.

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NWS Issues Flood Watch as Heavy Rain, Storms to Persist Across New Mexico Despite Brief Lull

Thunderstorms are expected to persist across New Mexico this week, bringing heavy rain, hail, strong winds and a continued risk of flash flooding.

Hundreds of Fish Found Dead in Monastery Lake as Heat Triggers Massive Fish Kill

Many fish are dying in Monastery Lake due to high temperatures. Residents worry about the foul odor coming from the lake, and authorities are planning to close it.

Heat Advisory: Albuquerque, Santa Fe May See Temperatures Up to 105 Degrees

Residents in Albuquerque and Santa Fe are urged to take heat safety precautions as temperatures may reach 105 degrees.

Dead Fish Wash Up From New Mexico to Minnesota as Extreme Heat Fuels Growing Freshwater Crisis

Extreme heat and low oxygen killed hundreds of fish in Monastery Lake, alarming residents and raising concerns over climate-driven stress on waterways.