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Members of New Mexico's all-Democratic congressional delegation again are urging top U.S. Postal Service officials to lay out a clear timeline for the opening of a new post office in Chimayó after a fire destroyed the rural community's old facility. sfnm.co/49eGWYE
New Mexico congressional delegation wants Chimayó post office online in 2026
Members of New Mexico's congressional delegation want the postal service to commit to opening a new post office for the Chimayó community in 2026
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December 16, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Members of New Mexico's all-Democratic congressional delegation again are urging top U.S. Postal Service officials to lay out a clear timeline for the opening of a new post office in Chimayó after a fire destroyed the rural community's old facility. sfnm.co/49eGWYE
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced Monday the state will be receiving new technology used to track guns. sfnm.co/4iZgiGl
Attorney General announces gun-tracking machines for four cities
The National Integrated Ballistic Information Network technology for four agencies will be purchased using federal funds.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced Monday the state will be receiving new technology used to track guns. sfnm.co/4iZgiGl
OUR VIEW: The last governing body meeting of 2025 was worthy of popcorn. It couldn’t have ended any other way. sfnm.co/4qg6XwB
The end of an administration: And what a show it was
Could the administration of Mayor Alan Webber have ended any other way?
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December 15, 2025 at 8:00 PM
OUR VIEW: The last governing body meeting of 2025 was worthy of popcorn. It couldn’t have ended any other way. sfnm.co/4qg6XwB
RINGSIDE SEAT: Good organizations are stable and efficient. Bad ones operate like Santa Fe’s City Hall. Outgoing Mayor Alan Webber hired five city managers in less than eight years, not counting his interim appointees. sfnm.co/4rXZ7Jx
Poor hires explain Santa Fe's inept government
The job of city manager has been a revolving door. Most of Mayor Alan Webber's appointees weren't capable of doing the job.
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December 15, 2025 at 7:30 PM
RINGSIDE SEAT: Good organizations are stable and efficient. Bad ones operate like Santa Fe’s City Hall. Outgoing Mayor Alan Webber hired five city managers in less than eight years, not counting his interim appointees. sfnm.co/4rXZ7Jx
Check out the Santa Fe-area food service inspections for the week of Nov. 10-14. sfnm.co/4qdZRsr
Santa Fe-area food service inspections, Nov. 10-14
Violations of the New Mexico Food Code are often corrected on-site during an inspection. Some require a reinspection within three business days.
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December 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Check out the Santa Fe-area food service inspections for the week of Nov. 10-14. sfnm.co/4qdZRsr
A popular point for photographers, painters and travelers to capture the beauty of the striking landscape, this area also marks a significant geologic transition zone in the region. sfnm.co/4pEvN9v
'Two different geologic worlds': History of Abiquiú area's striking landscape emerges along Cañones Fault
Geologist Kirt Kempter tells the 300-million-year story of the Abiquiú area while exploring the boundary between the Rio Grande Rift and Colorado Plateau.
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December 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
A popular point for photographers, painters and travelers to capture the beauty of the striking landscape, this area also marks a significant geologic transition zone in the region. sfnm.co/4pEvN9v
Perhaps the biggest part of Salazar’s job in his first year is to fix the mental side of his team as it is to help it improve on the court. That’s right up his alley. He made it a point to tell the players he plans on coaching them for as long he can. sfnm.co/4pFgy03
Latest Capital girls coach dedicated to rebuilding team
Perhaps the biggest part of coach Salazar's job in his first year is to fix the mental side of his team as it is to help it improve on the
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December 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Perhaps the biggest part of Salazar’s job in his first year is to fix the mental side of his team as it is to help it improve on the court. That’s right up his alley. He made it a point to tell the players he plans on coaching them for as long he can. sfnm.co/4pFgy03
The final season of Mountain West Conference men’s basketball — as we know it — tips off Wednesday when everyone’s preseason favorite, San Diego State, hosts Air Force at Viejas Arena. From that point, it’s a 20-game sprint to March for the 12-team league. sfnm.co/3MDk9gr
Lobos beat Florida Gulf Coast 75-59 to end nonconference schedule
New Mexico put the finishing touches on its preconference schedule Sunday afternoon, beating Florida Gulf Coast 75-59 to extend its winning streak to 6.
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December 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The final season of Mountain West Conference men’s basketball — as we know it — tips off Wednesday when everyone’s preseason favorite, San Diego State, hosts Air Force at Viejas Arena. From that point, it’s a 20-game sprint to March for the 12-team league. sfnm.co/3MDk9gr
Gallery: Floats adorned with lights moved through Española during the 29th Annual Christmas Light Parade & Christmas on the Plaza on Saturday. sfnm.co/4j1aYCw
Gallery: Española aglow for light parade
Floats adorned with lights moved through Española during the 29th Annual Christmas Light Parade & Christmas on the Plaza on Saturday.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Gallery: Floats adorned with lights moved through Española during the 29th Annual Christmas Light Parade & Christmas on the Plaza on Saturday. sfnm.co/4j1aYCw
Education Standouts: Five New Mexico high school students will spend part of their summer abroad in 2026 after earning scholarships that fully fund international study programs across four continents. sfnm.co/3L3bJOO
Education standouts, Dec. 15, 2025
Students will choose from international exchange programs in countries including Colombia, Kenya, Germany, Spain, Egypt and Panama.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Education Standouts: Five New Mexico high school students will spend part of their summer abroad in 2026 after earning scholarships that fully fund international study programs across four continents. sfnm.co/3L3bJOO
Women have a 100-year-long history in New Mexico's top office, ranging from a 1920s pioneer to modern-day gubernatorial candidates. That pattern could continue as we head into the 2026 election cycle. sfnm.co/48EA0E3
A tale of several governors: Women at work in New Mexico's top office
Women have a 100-year-long history in New Mexico's top office, ranging from a 1920s pioneer to modern-day gubernatorial candidates.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Women have a 100-year-long history in New Mexico's top office, ranging from a 1920s pioneer to modern-day gubernatorial candidates. That pattern could continue as we head into the 2026 election cycle. sfnm.co/48EA0E3
The Genesis case, one of 11 large senior care bankruptcies this year, illustrates how health care companies can dodge public and financial accountability for alleged negligence through delays, confidentiality clauses and bankruptcy maneuvers. sfnm.co/4adK08t
Delays, bankruptcy let nursing home chain avoid paying settlements for injuries, deaths
The case, one of 11 large senior care bankruptcies this year, illustrates how health care companies can dodge accountability for alleged negligence.
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December 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The Genesis case, one of 11 large senior care bankruptcies this year, illustrates how health care companies can dodge public and financial accountability for alleged negligence through delays, confidentiality clauses and bankruptcy maneuvers. sfnm.co/4adK08t
History & Heritage: The 1892 murder of a prominent Santa Fe County political leader and ex-sheriff sent shockwaves across New Mexico Territory. sfnm.co/44WFoA0
1897 hanging provides window into New Mexico's violent territorial politics
The 1892 murder of a prominent Santa Fe County political leader and ex-sheriff sent shockwaves across New Mexico Territory.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
History & Heritage: The 1892 murder of a prominent Santa Fe County political leader and ex-sheriff sent shockwaves across New Mexico Territory. sfnm.co/44WFoA0
About 200 people marked the first night of Hanukkah at an annual event held on the Santa Fe Plaza and organized by the Santa Fe Jewish Center Chabad. sfnm.co/45bJ3dg
Hanukkah celebration in Santa Fe honors victims of Australia attack
"We hope it inspires people to bring light to the world," Rabbi Berel Levertov said of the annual celebration on the Plaza.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM
About 200 people marked the first night of Hanukkah at an annual event held on the Santa Fe Plaza and organized by the Santa Fe Jewish Center Chabad. sfnm.co/45bJ3dg
A statewide police misconduct board issued notices of disciplinary measures last week against law enforcement officers or public safety dispatchers accused of misconduct, but the details of the discipline remain secret. sfnm.co/3Yrqgqy
Police discipline moves further into the shadows as board withholds officers' names
The state Law Enforcement Certification Board previously disclosed the names of officers accused of misconduct.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:30 PM
A statewide police misconduct board issued notices of disciplinary measures last week against law enforcement officers or public safety dispatchers accused of misconduct, but the details of the discipline remain secret. sfnm.co/3Yrqgqy
Before the gun salutes sounded and taps and bagpipes were played, a select few stepped forward to place the first wreaths of remembrance as thousands gathered to look on. The Santa Fe event was one of more than 5,200 taking place nationwide for National Wreaths Across America Day.
Santa Feans come together to honor veterans for Wreaths Across America
Although wreath donations were down, thousands still came to the annual event honoring veterans at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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December 13, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Before the gun salutes sounded and taps and bagpipes were played, a select few stepped forward to place the first wreaths of remembrance as thousands gathered to look on. The Santa Fe event was one of more than 5,200 taking place nationwide for National Wreaths Across America Day.
A motorcyclist is in critical condition after a collision between the motorcyclist and an unlicensed teen driver at the intersection of St. Francis Drive and Cerrillos Road Friday night, according to Santa Fe police.
Santa Fe police: Motorcyclist in critical condition after crash between motorcycle, unlicensed driver
The motorcyclist was taken to a local hospital with severe head trauma and head injury and then airlifted to UNM Hospital in Albuquerque.
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December 13, 2025 at 6:25 PM
A motorcyclist is in critical condition after a collision between the motorcyclist and an unlicensed teen driver at the intersection of St. Francis Drive and Cerrillos Road Friday night, according to Santa Fe police.
The mural itself is vibrant, standing 7 feet 6 inches by 60 feet. It depicts Corn Maiden — the giver of life and the mural’s storyteller — and other imagery in red, white and black.
Three Sisters Collective mural restored after wall damaged by car wreck
Three Sisters Collective is looking for ways to protect the mural at Hickox and Baca streets — and improve the area's safety.
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December 13, 2025 at 6:09 PM
The mural itself is vibrant, standing 7 feet 6 inches by 60 feet. It depicts Corn Maiden — the giver of life and the mural’s storyteller — and other imagery in red, white and black.
Cory Christine Johnson had alcohol, painkillers and sedatives in her system when she veered into oncoming traffic in 2020, according to prosecutors.
On Dec. 1 of this year, she was sentenced to 30 years in prison in connection with the crash, which claimed the lives of two Rio Arriba County women.
On Dec. 1 of this year, she was sentenced to 30 years in prison in connection with the crash, which claimed the lives of two Rio Arriba County women.
Woman sentenced to 30 years in 2020 crash that killed two
The five years between the crash and Johnson's sentencing were difficult for Justice's grandparents, who raised her and are now raising her son.
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December 13, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Cory Christine Johnson had alcohol, painkillers and sedatives in her system when she veered into oncoming traffic in 2020, according to prosecutors.
On Dec. 1 of this year, she was sentenced to 30 years in prison in connection with the crash, which claimed the lives of two Rio Arriba County women.
On Dec. 1 of this year, she was sentenced to 30 years in prison in connection with the crash, which claimed the lives of two Rio Arriba County women.
Even as they move on, the Braves will not forget the Abeytas. Their white warmup shirts have a black ribbon on the front with the brothers’ names on them as a way to both honor the late coach and administrator as well as a reminder for what they are playing for.
Santa Fe Indian School, coming off tragedy, starts season strong
"It's been a lot, definitely been a lot for me emotionally," coach Byron Trujillo said. "I just do my best to move forward
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December 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Even as they move on, the Braves will not forget the Abeytas. Their white warmup shirts have a black ribbon on the front with the brothers’ names on them as a way to both honor the late coach and administrator as well as a reminder for what they are playing for.
Santa Fe city officials are open to considering the possibility of reopening libraries on Sundays but say the change would need to come with either an increase in the division’s budget or changes to operating hours during other times of the week to avoid overtaxing staff.
Santa Fe city officials open to considering reopening library branches on Sundays
One potential funding stream for the Library Division could come from requesting more money from Santa Fe County.
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December 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Santa Fe city officials are open to considering the possibility of reopening libraries on Sundays but say the change would need to come with either an increase in the division’s budget or changes to operating hours during other times of the week to avoid overtaxing staff.
Incumbent town of Taos Judge Richard "Dickie" Chavez won reelection by a literal coin flip Wednesday.
Taos Judge Dickie Chavez wins reelection in coin toss
The coin toss, which was conducted by 8th Judicial District Court Judge Emilio Chavez, followed an automatic recount of write-in ballots.
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December 13, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Incumbent town of Taos Judge Richard "Dickie" Chavez won reelection by a literal coin flip Wednesday.
State Rep. John Block, who is also the founder and editor of a conservative online news site that has referred to Lujan Grisham as a "scandal-ridden alleged serial groper" and "an ally of the fringe left-wing," is one of three nominees for a vacant Republican Senate seat.
Fierce critic among Lujan Grisham's options to fill Senate vacancy
Rep. John Block, who has tried to have the governor impeached and denied Communion, is one of three nominees for the Senate seat.
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December 13, 2025 at 2:35 AM
State Rep. John Block, who is also the founder and editor of a conservative online news site that has referred to Lujan Grisham as a "scandal-ridden alleged serial groper" and "an ally of the fringe left-wing," is one of three nominees for a vacant Republican Senate seat.
Recently, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich announced he secured a commitment from a top U.S. Forest Service official during a committee meeting to host a public forum meeting in the Pecos area on the mining issue. However, it is unclear when such a meeting could occur.
Heinrich presses top Forest Service officials for meeting on Pecos protections
Heinrich is pushing for a public meeting as concerns continue to simmer about mining potentially returning to the Pecos area.
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December 13, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Recently, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich announced he secured a commitment from a top U.S. Forest Service official during a committee meeting to host a public forum meeting in the Pecos area on the mining issue. However, it is unclear when such a meeting could occur.
On Thursday, Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced it had rereleased a gray wolf captured by the New Mexico Department Game and Fish. The wolf, a lone male, had crossed state lines and was relocated to a northern Colorado county.
Colorado wolf returned to home state after crossing into New Mexico
The wolf, a lone male, had crossed state lines into New Mexico and was relocated to a northern Colorado county.
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December 13, 2025 at 2:24 AM
On Thursday, Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced it had rereleased a gray wolf captured by the New Mexico Department Game and Fish. The wolf, a lone male, had crossed state lines and was relocated to a northern Colorado county.