Federally sanctioned marijuana grow operation to open in New Mexico
1,244 Views GRANTS, N.M. – Marijuana use is becoming more widely accepted – but for decades there’s been one powerful opponent: the federal government. It is still classified as a Schedule 1 drug, meaning the feds view it like they view cocaine, heroin and meth.
Undersecretary of the Air Force visits Task Force-Holloman
1,472 Views HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. — The Honorable Gina Ortiz Jones, undersecretary of the Air Force, visited Task Force-Holloman Sept. 30, 2021, to receive a first-hand look at TF-H operations, which includes in-processing, quality of life support, and out-processing Afghan evacuees in support of Operation Allies Welcome. TF-H is the first Afghan evacuee processing installation […]
Early voting kicks off for local elections in New Mexico
854 Views Election day is Nov. 2, but the early voting period kicks off Tuesday, Oct. 5, for the 2021 local elections across New Mexico. Regular Local Elections in the state now occur in November in odd-numbered years, like 2021, for municipalities that opted to hold them. The ballot can include local officials like mayor, city […]
New Mexico man with Alzheimer’s drives 552 miles from home, gets plane ride back
873 Views ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KRQE) – An 80-year-old man from Alamogordo ended up 552 miles from home in a small town in Texas. That town was able to safely get him back home. The man, who wishes not to be named, has Alzheimer’s disease, and left home for a cigar however, a quick drive turned into […]
Don’t feed coyotes
1,315 Views Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — The old saying of “Don’t bite the hand that feeds you”, could be applicable in northeast Albuquerque. Sara Brant, who lives near El Oso Grande Park, says she spotted a woman leaving rotisserie chicken and water for a coyote at least two nights this week.
Father-son duo pilot special shape balloons at the Balloon Fiesta
826 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Father and son balloon pilots, Art and Johnny Hodges, had a very special day Tuesday – not just because they were flying special shapes – but because they got to fly together for the first time.
Husband charged in death of woman found in Gila National Forest
828 Views SILVER CITY, N.M. — Police have arrested the husband of a missing woman found dead in the Gila National Forest earlier this month. According to New Mexico State Police Erica Zamora, 39, was reported missing on Oct. 1 by her family. They said they had not seen or heard from Erica since Sept. 26.
LCPS Board of Education Approves American Rescue Plan Act Grant Application
1,480 Views The Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education unanimously approved an American Rescue Plan Act grant application totaling over $64 million. Of that $64 million, 20% will be allocated to address learning loss—a New Mexico Public Education Department requirement.
New Mexico Governor thanks oil & gas, cheers hydrogen plans
1,774 Views SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is thanking attendees of the New Mexico Oil And Gas Association’s annual meeting for their contributions to the economy. Fossil fuel mining is the largest government revenue source and directly funds education. Lujan Grisham also pledges to continue stricter regulation of methane […]
Police searching for escaped Chaves County jail inmate
896 Views ROSWELL, N.M. – Police are looking for a man who on Sunday escaped from the Chaves County Detention Center. According to the Chaves County Sheriff’s Office, Daniel Cobos, 37, escaped from jail late Sunday. Cobos is described as having tattoos all over his neck and face. If seen, deputies are encouraging people to call […]
