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State Pays Law School Tuition to Bring Lawyers Where Rural New Mexico Needs Them Most

Across rural New Mexico, thousands navigate family court and civil disputes without legal representation. With nearly 88 percent of family court litigants representing themselves, the state is launching a program to place attorneys in underserved acequias, colonias and land grant communities where access to justice has long been out of reach.

Here is What You Need to Know Why “Sidewalk Ban” Faces Backlash

The sidewalk ban ordinance in Albuquerque has raised concerns over people facing homelessness. Here is what you need to know.

Police: 4 Men Plotted Deadly Ambush Near UNM

A fatal shooting near the University of New Mexico campus is being investigated as a possible planned ambush after four suspects were taken into custody in the killing of 23-year-old Eden Rock. Police say surveillance footage showed the men hiding behind a dumpster before attacking and shooting the victim in an alley south of Central Avenue.

Sip, Savor, Celebrate, and More —Cocktail Week Takes Over New Mexico

New Mexico Cocktail Week returns for its fourth year, highlighting the state’s growing craft cocktail scene with events, tastings, and a shift toward mocktails.

APS Superintendent Honors Graduates: ‘Make the World a Better Place’

In her weekly message, Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Gabriella Durán Blakey recognized Class of 2026 graduates and thanked those behind their success.

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Forget the Desert—This Mountain Village Is One of New Mexico’s Go-To Weekend Getaways

Families, as New Mexico sizzles,are escaping to Ruidoso's cool mountain pines, shaded lakes, and outdoor trails for the ideal weekend getaway.

Mother Bear and Cub Caught Roaming Albuquerque Neighborhood Before Dramatic Rescue

Two bears were safely captured by wildlife officials in Northwestern Albuquerque after being seen lurking around the neighborhood, searching for food and water.

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.

Monsoon Storms Bring Heavy Rain and Renewed Flash Flood Threats to Parts of New Mexico This Weekend

Monsoonal storms will bring heavy rain and flash-flood risks to New Mexico through Monday, targeting burn scars, urban areas, and low-lying areas.

Strong to Severe Storms Threaten Damaging Winds, Hail, Heavy Rain, and Flash Flooding in Northern New Mexico

A weather forecast warns that strong to severe storms may trigger damaging winds, hail, heavy rain, and flash flooding to northern and eastern New Mexico, with the greatest risk near Taos, Red River, Angel Fire, Las Vegas, and Raton.