Cimarron High School bans backpacks and jackets

127 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.

47 Dogs rescued from hoarding case in Placitas

166 Views   PLACITAS, N.M. — So far, 47 dogs and five horses have been found in what the sheriff calls a hoarded house in Sandoval County. Sheriff deputies say it was a three-bedroom home in Placitas.

New Mexico State Parks could be raising fees

144 Views   Study shows park fees aren’t sufficient SANTA FE, N.M. — New Mexico State Parks are looking to raise park fees after a recent study showed prices haven’t kept up with inflation.

Slain ‘Rust’ cinematographer’s family sue Alec Baldwin

97 Views   Alec Baldwin statements by his attorneys that the family has been, “distanced from Halyna” and, “for years before he shot and killed her are both shameful and wholly unsubstantiated,” Attorney Gloria Allred told KOAT SANTA FE, N.M. — Video : Attorney Gloria Allred spoke with KOAT following a California judge ruling in favor of a […]

Magnitude 4.0 earthquake rocks part of New Mexico

145 Views   EDDY COUNTY, N.M. — A magnitude 4.0 earthquake shook parts of southeast New Mexico early Friday morning. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake was registered between Artesia and Carlsbad at a depth of 6.1 km.

Jurors sworn in for trial of ‘Rust’ armorer in fatal 2021 shooting by Alec Baldwin

148 Views   Before Baldwin’s case progresses, the armorer on the set is being tried on charges of involuntary manslaughter and tampering with evidence SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Prosecutors in New Mexico are pursuing accountability for the 2021 death of a cinematographer who was fatally shot by actor Alec Baldwin during a rehearsal for the […]

Flight diverted back to Albuquerque after man tries to open door

118 Views   Americans Airlines wrote in a statement the flight returned to Albuquerque due to a disruptive customer ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — An airplane was able to safely land back at the Albuquerque International Sunport Tuesday afternoon. An incident caused the American Airlines plane to return back to the airport.

Dozens of bills still need signed by New Mexico’s governor

112 Views   SANTA FE, N.M. — It may have been a grueling 30-day legislative session, but the work still isn’t over. This year, the New Mexico lawmakers passed 72 bills out of 658 — all of which are now headed straight to the desk of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-New Mexico).

Bill to lower taxes for many waiting for Governor’s signature

134 Views   House bill offers incentives and tax deductions ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexicans could start seeing deductions in their taxes and incentives if Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signs House Bill 252. Rep. Derrick Lente, one of the sponsors for this bill, said it’ll help New Mexicans hold on to more of what they earn.

Concert canceled at Meow Wolf due to protest concerns

129 Views   SANTA FE, N.M. — Following employee safety concerns over planned protests, a concert at Meow Wolf was canceled about an hour before showtime. Musician Matisyahu was expected to perform in front of a sold-out crowd before the cancellation.