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Mora County commissioner: 'I don’t think that any of us can really sleep in peace because it’s raining day and night'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 13, 2023
Residents of Mora County are on edge again, concerned about the potential for flooding as a result of the Hermit’s Peak Calf Canyon burn scar.
Volunteer on Elena Gallegos Open Space cleanup: 'We want to make sure that it stays nice for everybody'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 8, 2023
Dozens of volunteers gathered recently to clean the paths along Elena Gallegos Open Space in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Finding body of World War II veteran is 'the most rewarding mission imaginable'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 7, 2023
Thomas Vernon Long, a World War II soldier who died as a prisoner of war in the Philippines in 1942, will be buried Thursday, June 8, in Portales.
Santa Fe artist: “I love dogs and I love coffee and I love paintings'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 6, 2023
Tony Allegretti, an artist living in Santa Fe, paints portraits of dogs with coffee.
Corrales Fire Chief Anthony Martinez: 'This river is very dangerous...you could get caught up in debris, and you could die.'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 6, 2023
First responders from multiple agencies have been staging at the water's edge in case a water rescue is needed along dangerous spots in the Rio Grande River, fire officials told KOAT.
UFC heavyweight champion tells Albuquerque teen to turn mocking words into motivation: 'Focus on the good, my friend'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 5, 2023
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Champion Jon Jones helped turn a comment intended to mock a young man’s dreams into motivation to become a champion.
Bernalillo County's Arguelles warns of dangerous Rio Grande conditions: 'It may not be the best time to be on the water'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jun 3, 2023
Rescue crews responded to 29 rescue calls over the last three weeks along dangerous stretches of the Rio Grande near Corrales.
Fleck: 'Agreement has the potential to benefit all of the states that depend on the Colorado River'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 24, 2023
The U.S. Department of the Interior, Arizona, California and Nevada have reached a deal to address ongoing drought conditions along the Colorado River Basin.
Former Bernalillo County deputy on Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Cyclists 'need to practice' safety skills
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 22, 2023
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month is a good time to remind drivers of vehicles with four wheels to be cautious sharing the road with those driving on two.
Ojo Santa Fe features springs with 'rich minerals' and pure drinking water
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 17, 2023
Some of the most beautiful and ancient hot springs in the United States, if not the world, exist in New Mexico
Mayor Tim Keller: Rio Grande's higher water levels 'can be very dangerous'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 13, 2023
Corrales Fire Chief Anthony Martinez said his department has made six water rescues since May 5.
Owner of Los Rios River Runners: 'The snowpack is way above average and there’s a lot of it'
By New Mexico Sun Report | May 10, 2023
River rafters are headed to the Rio Grande River near Taos to go rafting in the high water resulting from an unusually heavy snowmelt this year.
'One in five people die every day from alcohol use': New Mexico leads nation in alcohol related deaths
By Sam Jackson | May 6, 2023
A recent study found New Mexico has the highest alcohol-related death rate in the United States and has for more than 25 years.
Pet of the Month: Tiger
By Submitted by Animal Humane New Mexico | May 2, 2023
Pet of the Month: Tiger
Baldwin lawyers on dropped shooting charges: 'We are pleased with the decision... and we encourage a proper investigation'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Apr 24, 2023
All criminal charges against actor Alec Baldwin for his role in the "Rust" shooting have been dropped.
Pet of the Month: Low
By Submitted by Animal Humane New Mexico | Apr 8, 2023
Pet of the Month: Low
'There are not too many bridges in the country that are 110 years old': County approves $600,000 to repair Cedar Hill Bridge
By New Mexico Sun Report | Mar 28, 2023
The San Juan County Commission has approved $600,000 to renovate the historic San Juan County Cedar Hill Bridge.
4 Corners K-9 Search and Rescue helps Native American families find lost loved ones: 'They just want an answer'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Mar 22, 2023
Statistics from the Bureau of Indian Affairs indicate Native Americans are at a disproportionate risk of going missing, prompting a group of all-female rescue volunteers to do something about it.
Taos' rapper enjoys sharing his love of music
By New Mexico Sun Report | Mar 13, 2023
A young rapper from Taos is committed to sharing his passion for music with those who care to listen.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park celebrates 'a century of discovery, preservation and protection' since 1923
By New Mexico Sun Report | Mar 12, 2023
Carlsbad Caverns National Park officials debuted 20 Story Walk exhibits along the Lake Carlsbad Recreation Area.