Crimes & Investigations

“He Never Had a Chance”: A Correction Officer Was Beaten Unconscious and Tased in a 22-Second Jailhouse Attack

A correction officer assisting the U.S. Marshals Service at the Doña Ana County Detention Center was beaten unconscious and tased during a 22-second assault that federal prosecutors describe as a coordinated ambush. Three inmates now face federal charges that could send them to prison for up to 20 years if convicted.

“What do they want?” – Pizza Shop Hit Twice in 60 Days at New Location

A pizza shop in Albuquerque was hit twice by thieves in less than 60 days.

Frequent Car Crashes Overnight Prompts Albuquerque Police To Investigate

A 2-car crash overnight has prompted the police to investigate the situation involving pedestrians on Albuquerque roads.

Three Deaths in Mountainair Exposed the Terrifying Reach of Fentanyl — And the Unanswered Questions About America’s Synthetic Drug Era

A deadly overdose scene in Mountainair, New Mexico, left three people dead and 18 first responders hospitalized, exposing both the devastating reach of fentanyl and the growing fear surrounding accidental exposure. The tragedy reflects a broader crisis gripping rural America, where synthetic opioids, methamphetamine and collapsing behavioral health systems are colliding with deadly consequences.

What Is The Mysterious Substance In The Mountainair Incident?—The Substance Has Been Identified

Since Wednesday, a mysterious substance has been the cause of the deaths of three people in Mountainair Home. Today, it has been answered.

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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.

Final 8 P.M. Sunsets Alert: Albuquerque Has One Week Left Before Summer Evenings Fade

Albuquerque's final 8 p.m. sunsets of 2026 end this week. Starting Aug. 12, the sun sets before 8 p.m. as daylight continues to shrink.

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.