Tribal leaders blast congressman opposed to Biden nomination
968 Views DULUTH, Minn. (AP) — A group of Native American tribes in a Minnesota congressman’s district is rebuking him for his attempts to derail President-elect Joe Biden’s pick for Interior secretary. If confirmed, Rep. Deb Haaland, a Democrat from New Mexico, would be the first Native American to lead the Department of the Interior.
Otero County Commissioner Couy Griffin remains in custody following arrest in D.C.
1,168 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A controversial New Mexico politician remains in federal custody Monday after he was arrested in Washington, D.C. over the weekend. Otero County Commissioner and Cowboys for Trump founder Couy Griffin faces federal charges for his role in the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
New Mexico Capitol on High Alert
2,158 Views In the wake of riots at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, the FBI warned all 50 states to anticipate armed protests at their state capitols. Protests are expected to take place in the days leading up to the January 20 presidential inauguration. Is New Mexico ready for potentially violent demonstrations? And who’s […]
New Mexico confirms second COVID-19 case with B.1.1.7 coronavirus variant
881 Views SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health on Tuesday announced the state’s second COVID-19 case with the B.1.1.7 coronavirus variant. This case is a close household contact of the first case, announced on Wednesday, January 13. The female in her 30’s has experienced mild symptoms and has not required hospitalization. No additional […]
Heavy snow and strong winds expected with a winter storm
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FBI: Cowboys for Trump founder taken into custody in connection to Capitol riots
1,567 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.—Cowboys for Trump founder and Otero County Commissioner Couy Griffin, 47, was detained in Washington, D.C. Sunday for his involvement in the Jan 6. Capitol riot.
New Mexico National Guard troops fly to Washington D.C. ahead of inauguration
1,248 Views The Pentagon opened the door to have up to 25,000 service members in D.C. for the presidential inauguration. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Security is getting beefed up at the nation’s capitol as the FBI warns of possible violence by extremists. New Mexico military is stepping up to help.
Gov. Lujan Grisham declares state of emergency due to threat of riots and insurrection
1,417 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued a state of emergency due to the ongoing and pervasive threat of riots and insurrection.
NMDOH investigate wound botulism case in Eddy County
924 Views NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Health is investigating a confirmed case and a suspected case of wound botulism in Eddy County. According to NMDOH, a 28-year-old man in Eddy County is hospitalized with wound botulism. They say the suspected source of infection was caused by black tar heroin.
S.F. Mayor Webber, Two Councilors Support New Tact On “CHART”
1,671 Views During his bi-weekly meeting with local reporters Monday, Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber indicated a new approach towards what was known as “CHART” — the Culture, History, Arts, Reconciliation and Truth Committee.
