Supreme Court rejects appeal by former New Mexico county commissioner banned for Jan. 6 insurrection
19 Views  WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday rejected an appeal from a former New Mexico county commissioner who was kicked out of office over his participation in the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Lobos topple Boise State and continue run in Las Vegas
45 Views  When the final buzzer sounded, the Lobos stood tall and are keeping the pace in the Mountain West Tournament. LAS VEGAS — The New Mexico Lobos found themselves in a thrilling victory Thursday night against a team that beat them twice this season. When the final buzzer sounded, the Lobos stood tall next to […]
UNM Lobos fly past Air Force in Mountain West Tournament
35 Views  As the sunset scattered across Las Vegas, the UNM Lobos rose to the occasion with a win against Air Force. LAS VEGAS — The Lobos survive to see another day in the Mountain West Tournament as they get a big win against the Air Force Falcons.
Five hikers stranded on La Luz Trail
41 Views  BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. — Five hikers have called for rescue while working their way up La Luz Trail on Sandia Mountain. Bernalillo County Fire and Rescue says the men were visiting from out of state and started up the trail around 1:00 Tuesday afternoon. When they ran into heavy snow, they called for help. […]
Target 7 investigates where money for New Mexico United Stadium is coming from
54 Views  In the past, New Mexico United has stated the stadium will be funded privately, but multiple city officials have previously said funds will be used for the facility. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — In the past, New Mexico United has said their new stadium would be funded privately. “The stadium costs the city nothing,” United President Ron […]
Legislatures to receive hefty pension increase
50 Views  SANTA FE, N.M. — New Mexico lawmakers are going to see a 50% increase in retirement payouts. The governor has already signed that bill into law, but critics say that the increase was passed quietly.
Detention center rejects Albuquerque teens charged with gun crimes
51 Views  The Albuquerque Police Department arrested five juveniles in two separate incidents involving teenagers found to be in possession of firearms. According to APD, the juveniles were released to their parents at the scene of each incident due to overcrowding and understaffing at the Bernalillo County Youth Detention Center.
Inmate found dead at Cibola County Correctional Center
62 Views  An inmate at the Cibola County Correctional Center was found dead in his cell last week. In a statement, Core Civic Director of Public Affairs Ryan Gustin said the incident happened Tuesday night.
Officials report first child flu death during flu season
78 Views  The child died from influenza complications; the first reported death of the 2023-24 flu season ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The state health department announced the first pediatric flu death of the influenza season in late February.
Cimarron High School bans backpacks and jackets
88 Views  CIMARRON, N.M. — A high school in New Mexico announced it will prohibit backpacks and other clothing items. Cimarron Municipal Schools cited “current challenges” for the change in policy at Cimarron High School. Backpacks were officially prohibited at the school on Tuesday, Feb. 27.