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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
For information regarding closures, you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.
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.
To read the Spaceport news and newsletter, please visit this link: https://mailchi.mp/18d8df0fe48b/spaceport-america-monthly-newsletter-april-10146485?e=990f20fa5c
Bear Canyon Lake: Ayden Jasso caught eight catfish using PowerBait on March 29.
Las Cruces, NM – 04/02/2025 – District Attorney Fernando R. Macias announces that today, after thorough deliberation, a grand jury has returned indictments for all four defendants accused in the Young Park shooting.
Following grand jury deliberations, the defendants have been formally indicted on charges of first-degree murder, including conspiracy to commit murder.
"These indictments represent an important step in the pursuit of justice for the victims involved and underscores our commitment to upholding the law," said Macias. "The grand jury's decision to indict all defendants reflects the thorough investigation carried out by detectives of the Las Cruces Police Department and our office."
Colfax County, NM—In April 2024, the New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau began investigating the murder of 79-year-old David Adams at the Tinaja rest area. Through the investigation, agents learned that Dorien Ray, of Georgia, attacked Adams, stabbing him and taking his and his wife's vehicle.
Ray was also a suspect in another incident in Colorado where he brandished a knife and stole a vehicle in Aurora.
NMSP officers located the stolen vehicle, and after pursuit, Ray was taken into custody and charged with an open count of Murder, Armed Robbery, Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, and Unlawful Taking of a Motor Vehicle.
On February 6, 2025, Dorien Ray pled guilty to one count of Murder in the second degree and one count of Armed Robbery, a second-degree felony. As part of the plea agreement,
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