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NTSB 'not here to speculate': Multiple factors led to fiery crash

A 13-year-old boy was behind the wheel of a Dodge truck traveling at a high rate of speed on a dark, two-lane highway in west Texas.


New Mexico dentist raising funds for Ukraine: It's an 'unthinkable ... tragedy'

Aleksey Kozlov immigrated to the United States from Ukraine when he was 10 years old.


Cowboys for Trump's Griffin: 'My faith in the political system is pretty much nonexistent right now'

Couy Griffin, the controversial co-founder of Cowboys for Trump, has decided not to seek re-election for southern New Mexico’s Otero County Commission.


Lujan Grisham: NM residents 'are feeling the pressure of rising costs'; newly signed bill will help

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham recently signed legislation that will help the state’s residents save money.


Investment advisor: Ukrainian war 'is just one more issue' affecting New Mexicans

An investment advisor in Albuquerque said recently that the war between Russia and Ukraine will continue to increase prices of goods and could cause supply chain issues throughout New Mexico.


City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, March 8.


City of Santa Fe Women's Commission met Tuesday, March 8.


Sky Railway opens springs season as 'unique entertainment experience'

Sky Railway, nicknamed Santa Fe's adventure train, launched its spring season with events for people of every age.


Roberts: Albuquerque neighborhood being vandalized by man 'in need of mental help'

An unknown assailant reportedly continues to vandalize property in an Albuquerque neighborhood, keeping concerned residents on edge, according to a March 11 KQRE report.


Mom of boy injured in hit-and-run: 'That’s my son'

Christine Shuman, 35, is behind bars, suspected of leaving the scene of a hit-and-run that left a 12-year-old New Mexico boy badly injured.


UNM president lifts mask mandate: 'Guided by expert advice'

The University of New Mexico lifted its mask mandate on Saturday, a day after the state’s public health order expired. Students get to choose on most campuses


Rail Runner spokesperson: Train is 'certainly less expensive'

The recent rise in gas prices has led to an increase in residents opting to utilize the Rail Runner for alternative transportation.


Restaurant owner: 'The local places' are struggling after missing funding

The Restaurant Revitalization Fund has fallen short of sustaining many of the state’s restaurants.


Lobos' head coach: 'We played a terrific game' against Fresno State

A three-pointer in the final minute broke the tie to give Fresno State a 71-68 win over the visiting New Mexico Lobos men's basketball team Monday night.


PED secretary hopes schools can 'continue safely learning and teaching in-person'

The New Mexico Public Education Department is allowing districts and charter schools to set their own face mask policies, eliminating most mandates created during the pandemic.


Lujan Grisham: 'We are delivering on streamlined professional licensing practices'

It is now easier for professionals to obtain credentials and work in the state, thanks to New Mexico legislators.


Valencia outlaws the chaining of dogs; help available for dogs to 'stay with their families'

Valencia County Commissioners approved an animal ordinance that outlaws the chaining of dogs, a move that instantly raised concerns and confusion among dog owners and residents, who prefer the animals on leashes.


Deputy DA: 'A vehicle is just as deadly as any other type of weapon'

Lawmakers are trying to decide if there’s a difference between killing someone while driving recklessly and killing someone while driving intoxicated.


City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Friday, Dec. 3.


City of Santa Fe Water Conservation Committee met Tuesday, March 8.