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'Reasonably necessary': New Mexico Supreme Court rules public can wade through water on private property

The New Mexico Supreme Court has ruled the public is allowed to wade through public water even if the water flows through private property.


Friends, family mourn death of beloved pizzeria owner: 'He didn't have to lose his life for a couple of dollars'

Friends and family of Rosario Zito are mourning the death of the restaurant owner, who was shot and killed in front of his business Tuesday night.


Monsoon season leads to more poisonous mushrooms

Monsoon rains have created plenty of moisture to grow wild mushrooms, some of which can be poisonous. New Mexico Poison and Drug Information Center report an increase in calls about poisonous mushrooms.


'Help is Here NM' assists residents in coping with New Mexico fires, flooding

If you’re among those suffering physically, financially and mentally from the trauma of the historic wildfire season, there is help available.


City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, April 27.


City of Albuquerque Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, Aug. 9.



New Mexico Business Coalition president on governor's no-show: 'The governor's decision indicated overconfidence at best and arrogance at worst'

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham did not attend a gubernatorial forum for business and community leaders hosted by the New Mexico Business Coalition, the NAIOP and other organizations.


Santa Fe to resume enforcing removal of homeless encampments

The City of Santa Fe is seeking ways to address its homeless situation after deciding to enforce existing ordinances that prohibit encampments.


Recent shooting leaves Ventana Ranch neighborhood on edge

A shootin​​​​​g in a quiet neighborhood near Ventana Ranch serves as a reminder that crime can happen anywhere these days.


Owners of cars damaged by senator seek restitution; 'He said we’ll be fully compensated a hundred percent'

Owners of vehicles that were damaged when crashed into by a car driven by a state senator are still seeking restitution that was promised.


City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, April 26.


City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, Aug. 8.



NM Republicans give 'condolences regarding the passing of former House Chief Clerk Steve Arias'

Arias saw his 32-year tenure end when Republicans took control of the House in 2014 and ousted him from his position.


Fire, monsoons could impact New Mexico's hunting season

The remnants of a historic fire season followed by devastating monsoons could have a major impact on the upcoming hunting season in New Mexico.


Farmers on lingering monsoons: 'Chile does not like water'

Heavy rain and flash flooding has im​pacted much of New Mexico and is making for an unusual Chile season.


LGBTQ advocacy group on repeated threats: 'They don’t want to understand'

An LGBTQ+ advocacy group is determined to share its message of love and inclusion despite receiving continual threats on social media.


City of Santa Fe Veterans Advisory Board met Thursday, April 21.


City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Thursday, Aug. 4.