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New Mexico United beat Colorado Springs 4-0 and will host the Western Conference Final

If you missed it, New Mexico United beat Colorado Springs 4-0 in the Western Conference semifinal. The team will host the Western Conference Final for the first time in its history.

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Greg Hurst's 15 goals top United's single-season list

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Greg Hurst, 202615
Devon Sandoval, 201914
Kevaughn Frater, 201914
Chris Wehan, 202114

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Getting AroundNMDOT expects the $260 million I-25 project to wrap up in spring 2027, with no holiday closuresIf you drive I-25 between Comanche Road and Montgomery Boulevard, crews installed more beams over the weekend for the new Montgomery bridge. NMDOT says the project is designed to improve traffic flow and safety. The work includes widening and paving roads, ramps, frontage road connections and drainage systems.Monday’s editionRead Prep SportsRio Rancho's Mariah Galbraith and Alejandro Casaus win the Class 5A cross country state titlesIf you cheered for the Rams, Saturday was a big one. Rio Rancho High's Mariah Galbraith won the Class 5A girls race at Albuquerque Academy in 17:05.31, nearly 34 seconds ahead of Eldorado's Isla Rahmer. Alejandro Casaus took the boys title in 15:12.74.Sunday’s editionRead Pro SoccerNew Mexico United routs Colorado Springs 4-0 and hosts Sacramento in the Western Conference finalNew Mexico United routed Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC 4-0 in Saturday's Western Conference semifinal. Greg Hurst scored twice in a 3-0 first half, and Charlie Dennis opened the scoring in the second minute.Sunday’s editionRead Prep FootballRio Rancho beats Las Cruces 21-20 in overtime to open the 6A playoffsIf you missed a wet, wild Friday night in Las Cruces, here's the short version: Rio Rancho beat Las Cruces 21-20 in overtime in the first round of the Nusenda Credit Union 6A Football Championships. Las Cruces had won 14-7 on Aug. 21 to open the season at Rio Rancho High School. Revenge, served wet.Saturday’s editionRead SchoolsA judge says the state's plan for at-risk students isn't complete yetIf you have a child in a New Mexico public school, this one touches you. Judge Matthew Wilson ruled Monday that the Public Education Department's plan for educating at-risk students isn't comprehensive. He found it doesn't fully address earlier court orders in the Yazzie/Martinez case.Friday’s editionRead Sandoval CountySandoval County declares a flood disaster in parts of the Navajo NationIf you live in Sandoval County, this one's close to home. The county commission declared a flood disaster at an emergency meeting Tuesday, Nov. 3. KRQE reports that roads have washed out and homes and businesses are threatened in the affected area.Thursday’s editionRead

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  • SchoolsRio Rancho Public Schools is holding community meetings to shape Horizon 2040, named for the graduation year of current preschool students.

    Rio Rancho Public Schools is holding community meetings to shape Horizon 2040, named for the graduation year of current preschool students. It's a proposed five-year plan covering 2027 to 2032, with a longer-term vision to 2040. The three goals are student success, school success and district success.

    News Notes · Monday’s editionSources: Albuquerque Journal, KOAT

  • Flood reliefSt. Felix Pantry in Rio Rancho is delivering food, water and essential supplies to Counselor, Nageezi and Cuba, which were damaged by severe rainstorms and flooding.

    St. Felix Pantry in Rio Rancho is delivering food, water and essential supplies to Counselor, Nageezi and Cuba, which were damaged by severe rainstorms and flooding.

    News Notes · Monday’s editionSource: Albuquerque Journal

  • VolleyballThe Class 3A state volleyball tournament begins Thursday at the Rio Rancho Events Center.

    The Class 3A state volleyball tournament begins Thursday at the Rio Rancho Events Center. St. Michael's is the top seed in Class 3A for the fifth straight year.

    News Notes · Monday’s editionSource: Santa Fe New Mexican

  • Socorro floodingTwo weeks after the flooding in north Socorro County, residents in the Bernardo area have begun returning home to evaluate damage.

    Two weeks after the flooding in north Socorro County, residents in the Bernardo area have begun returning home to evaluate damage. County Emergency Manager Fred Berger said the waters in the Rio Puerco and Rio Grande are starting to recede. In San Francisco, nine of twelve families were cleaning up their homes as of Nov. 1. KOB 4 reported at least one person was killed in the flooding.

    Around New Mexico · Monday’s editionSources: KRQE NEWS 13, KOAT, KOB 4

  • Eldorado footballNo. 6 seed Eldorado led 29-0 at halftime and beat 11th-seeded Albuquerque High 50-35 in the first round of the Class 6A playoffs.

    No. 6 seed Eldorado led 29-0 at halftime and beat 11th-seeded Albuquerque High 50-35 in the first round of the Class 6A playoffs. The Eagles face No. 3 La Cueva on Fri., Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. at Wilson Stadium.

    Around New Mexico · Monday’s editionSources: Albuquerque Journal, KOB 4

  • Lobo footballUNM beat Nevada 31-3 on the road Friday night to move to 8-1 overall and 5-0 in Mountain West play.

    UNM beat Nevada 31-3 on the road Friday night to move to 8-1 overall and 5-0 in Mountain West play. The Lobos host UNLV this coming Saturday.

    Around New Mexico · Monday’s editionSource: KOB 4

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    Ricardo Mendez appears in court as questions arise over travel and sentencing

    Ricardo Mendez, a defendant in the 2024 DWI enterprise case, returned to court for the first time since pleading guilty last year, with his attorney addressing questions about his international travel and upcoming sentencing.

    Also reported byKOB 4

  2. Santa Fe New Mexican4 hours ago

    McNiff headlines a banner cross-country day for Hilltoppers

    Elisabeth McNiff capped a magnificent season by winning the individual title with a time of 17 minutes, 55.39 seconds, 28.51 seconds faster than teammate Ensley Jorgenson, the runner-up.

  3. KOB 44 hours ago

    New Mexico singer leaves ‘The Voice’

    Native New Mexican Lillie Kolich left The Voice after the first live show when she got the fewest votes, though some viewers said voting had already closed when they tried to do so.

  4. KRQE NEWS 136 hours ago

    La Plata County urge residents to be cautious cleaning up sandbags after historic flood

    COLORADO (KRQE) - Now that floodwaters have receded in southern Colorado and areas across New Mexico, La Plata County officials are urging residents to be cautious when cleaning up, specifically when working with the sandbags placed to prevent water from getting in. Throughout the entirety of the historic flooding, KRQE reported on the sewage and

  5. KRQE NEWS 136 hours ago

    Rio Rancho police to host annual food drive this weekend, supporting local pantries

    RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The Rio Rancho Police Department is hosting its annual food drive this upcoming weekend. From 9 a.m. until noon Saturday, members of the department will be at different grocery stores, collecting non-perishable food items. All donations will go to the St. Felix Pantry and Storehouse West. Below is a list of

  6. KOB 47 hours ago

    Excess rain not necessarily good for tree roots after flooding

    Heavy rain after a long drought has left some Albuquerque trees at risk of drowning as saturated soil pushes out oxygen around their roots.

  7. KOB 47 hours ago

    Tomasita’s in Albuquerque reopens after fire

    Tomasita’s reopened after a six-week closure from a fire, bringing all 80 employees back to work at one of the restaurant’s busiest times.

    Also reported bySanta Fe New Mexican

  8. KOAT8 hours ago

    Quiet & dry much of week

    Quiet & dry through work week...showers return this weekend

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    Mujer acusada de asesinato tras la muerte de una adolescente de 16 años en Albuquerque

    Un detective declaró que el hijo de 10 años de Elaina Gomez-Villeda disparó contra la adolescente. La defensa cuestionó lo que se puede distinguir en el audio de la grabación.

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Daily Rio Ranchoto me · Mon., Nov. 96:00 a.m.

New Mexico United will host its first Western Conference Final

Plus, NMDOT says the I-25 project won't close lanes over the holidays.

The TLDR

  1. New Mexico United beat Colorado Springs 4-0 and hosts the Western Conference Final
  2. NMDOT: no I-25 work that impacts traffic during the holidays
  3. Rio Rancho schools want your input on Horizon 2040
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