Non-Local News Releases

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Calvary Church with Skip Heitzig to host Shroud of Turin exhibit in Albuquerque during Holy Week.

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Calvary Church will unveil a free exhibit featuring a full-size, museum-quality replica of the Shroud of Turin, open to the public Saturday, April 12 through Monday, April 21, from 9 am to 4 pm (closing at 1 pm on Sundays) at their Osuna campus.

Presented in collaboration with Dr. Jeremiah J. Johnston and the Christian Thinkers Society, the exhibit includes elements that illuminate the historical context of Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. Visitors will explore the mystery and meaning of the shroud through scientific findings, historical insights, and theological reflection.

Sierra County, NM—New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau received a cyber tip, reporting several images of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) were uploaded to a Synchronoss Technologies cloud account.

 Through the investigation, agents learned that 44-year-old John Palmerin was the subscriber to the account, which was confirmed to have 17 images of child pornographic material.

 United States Department of Homeland Security (HSI) assisted in this investigation by obtaining federal subpoenas for Google LLC & Synchronoss Technologies. NMSP agents analyzed and reviewed the data provided in response to the federal subpoenas. John Palmerin was confirmed as the account owner for both the phone number and email address associated with the CSAM.

On April 2nd, 2025, a search warrant was executed at Palmerin's residence, where dozens more CSAM was located on various devices.

(Washington, D.C., April 4, 2025) — U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary (USDA) Brooke L. Rollins Thursday collaborated on their first Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) event during a visit to Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School in Alexandria, VA where they participated in a healthy snack time with students and met facility staff. The event was an opportunity to learn more about the impact that federally funded nutrition programs have on children and signaled their strong partnership to work together to effectuate their vision for a healthier America.

In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continue to be cautious of heavy equipment and construction personnel in the area. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect.

White Sands Missile Range Notification
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NM's Faith Community to Celebrate the Historical Resurrection of Jesus with Pastor Skip Heitzig and Musical Guest Mack Brock

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Calvary Church announces New Mexico's biggest Easter sunrise service is Sunday, April 20, at 7:30 am at UNM Stadium. This community-wide Easter tradition is open to everyone and is free to attend.

This year's creative theme reflects the love and life made possible by the resurrection. Attendees will enjoy a vibrant celebration of Jesus' Resurrection, with heartfelt worship led by singer-songwriter Mack Brock and Calvary MSC. Skip Heitzig, Senior Pastor at Calvary Church, will share a compelling message about the hope and joy we have because Jesus rose from the grave. Spanish translation and deaf interpretation will be available.

SANTA FE – The Department of Game and Fish is conducting checkpoints throughout the state this hunting season to collect biological data and to detect wildlife law violations. 

  As a result, the public may encounter minor delays. Department officers may be assisted by other law enforcement agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, New Mexico State Police or county sheriff's offices. 

   Please report any wildlife crime or suspected crime that you may observe while enjoying New Mexico's great outdoors. To report a wildlife crime, please call Operation Game Thief toll-free at 1-800-432-GAME (4263). Callers can remain anonymous and earn cash rewards for information leading to charges being filed. Violations can also be reported online at Operation Game Thief. 

(Washington, D.C., April 4, 2025) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins issued a Secretarial Memo to establish an "Emergency Situation Determination" on 112,646,000 acres of National Forestry System (NFS) land. This Memo comes on the heels of President Donald J. Trump's Executive Order to expand American timber production by 25%, and it will empower the U.S. Forest Service to expedite work on the ground and carry out authorized emergency actions to reduce wildfire risk and save American lives and communities.