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Around New MexicoSan Juan County told people near the rivers to evacuate as flooding continued MondayIf you have family or plans in the Four Corners, here's where San Juan County stood Monday. Officials told people within a half mile of the Animas, La Plata and San Juan rivers to evacuate, and they said they “haven’t seen the crest yet” on the San Juan and Animas. The Animas breached its banks south of the Broadway Bridge.Tuesday’s editionRead

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From Santa Fe New Mexican, 96.3 KKOB and 11 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. Santa Fe New Mexican1 hour ago

    ‘Day of reckoning’: Vasquez poised to defeat Cunningham in New Mexico’s tightest congressional race

    The race was one of the hardest fought in New Mexico, and brought in millions of dollars from out-of-state political action committees.

  2. 96.3 KKOB2 hours ago

    Gregg Hull Concedes Race to Haaland

    Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) --The festive mood at Former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull's campaign party came to an en...

  3. KOB 42 hours ago

    Strong winds, patchy fog possible in parts of New Mexico

    New Mexico will stay dry for most areas Wednesday, but west to northwest wind gusts around 30 to 35 mph will become common.

  4. Albuquerque Journal2 hours ago

    Eric Olivas wins Bernalillo County District 5 race; Linda Stover elected assessor

    Eric Olivas won reelection to the Bernalillo County Commission District 5 seat, while former County Clerk Linda Stover won the county assessor race, according to unofficial results.

  5. KOB 43 hours ago

    Bernalillo County voting results delayed as lines run long and late at UNM

    Bernalillo County had not reported a single vote result by 9:45 p.m. as election workers waited for the last ballots to arrive and be cast.

  6. KRQE NEWS 133 hours ago

    New Mexico voters decide on constitutional amendments shaping state government

    NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – In addition to the major races in New Mexico’s 2026 Midterm Election, New Mexico voters have also weighed in on whether they want to pass a series of constitutional amendments, including an amendment to pay New Mexico state lawmakers a salary and eliminate the governor’s pocket vetoes. If approved, those two constitutional

  7. KRQE NEWS 133 hours ago

    UNM football is all about their business on the field as national buzz grows

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s back to the road for the 22nd-ranked University of New Mexico Lobos football team. The Lobos are in a short week, playing the Nevada Wolfpack in Reno on Friday. The Lobos head into the game with the top spot in the Mountain West, a defense that leads the FBS in

  8. Telemundo Nuevo México3 hours ago

    "No se den por vencidos": comenta Gregg Hull esperando a que todos los votos sean contados

    Luis Apodaca amplía desde la sede de campaña del republicano en Albuquerque.

  9. 96.3 KKOB3 hours ago

    Deb Haaland elected Governor defeating former Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull

    Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) – Former Secretary of Interior Deb Haaland has been elected as the next Governor of New Mexico by a 56% to 44% in the latest returns as of 9:30 p.m. Tuesday night. Haaland will be the first Native American female Governor in the U.S. and first Native American to be Governor in

    Also reported byTri City Record

  10. Telemundo Nuevo México3 hours ago

    Demócratas con ambiente de fiesta y celebración en Albuquerque

    Juan Gabriel Gordín amplía desde el Route 66 Casino Hotel.

  11. Albuquerque Journal3 hours ago

    Volcano Vista, La Cueva set for New Mexico girls soccer state final

    Volcano Vista and La Cueva won Class 5A semifinals to reach the New Mexico girls soccer state championship Friday at UNM. Hope Christian, St. Pius, Sandia Prep and Cottonwood Classical Prep also advance.

  12. Albuquerque Journal4 hours ago

    Albuquerque girls flag football playoff race tightens in Week 8

    Atrisco Heritage Blue and La Cueva Blue battle for the top seed as the 505 Flag Football League enters Week 8 at Universe Sports Park in Albuquerque.

  13. KRQE NEWS 134 hours ago

    Sandia National Laboratories publishes study on deflecting irregular asteroids

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Sandia National Laboratory is studying how nuclear X-ray blasts could help deflect an asteroid headed to Earth, nudging it off course and saving the planet. Researcher Nathan Moore said older simulations used a sphere to represent a possible asteroid, which made the math easier, but most asteroids are actually lumpy, irregular shapes.

  14. Rio Rancho Observer Home5 hours ago

    Sandoval County election results by the numbers

    Incomplete results as of 9:45 p.m. Secretary of State reports 1,127 precincts partially reporting, 3 ...

  15. Santa Fe New Mexican5 hours ago

    Election night live blog: AP calls governor’s race for Haaland; at least one GOP state House seat to flip

    With a couple hours until polls close, turnout is comparable to 2022 but with some interesting variations by region and party.

  16. KRQE NEWS 136 hours ago

    New Mexico Election Results 2026

  17. Noticias New Mexico7 hours ago

    COBERTURA ELECTORAL 2026 NOTICIAS NUEVO MÉXICO

  18. KUNM7 hours ago

    Live Blog: 2026 Election Results

    See the updated results for state races and ballot measures here.

  19. KOB 48 hours ago

    Bugarium reopens at Albuquerque BioPark

    The Albuquerque BioPark's Bugarium has reopened after a major renovation project funded by voters a decade ago.

  20. Albuquerque Journal8 hours ago

    Sandoval County declares flooding disaster in Navajo Nation

    Resolution calls for state and federal assistance

  21. Albuquerque Journal8 hours ago

    Fentanyl bust nets state DOJ paralegal

    An Albuquerque paralegal was charged with federal drug trafficking and firearms offenses after agents seized 44 kilograms of fentanyl powder, which officials called New Mexico's largest DEA powder fentanyl seizure.

    Also reported byKOAT

  22. KRQE NEWS 138 hours ago

    ‘I want to be here to support my community’: Voters turn out for NM general election

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Voters have been flocking to polls across the state, casting their ballots in the 2026 midterm election. KRQE News spoke with a few voters about what brought them out to the polls on Tuesday. "According to what's going on in the world right now, I think it's a crucial time for

  23. Albuquerque Journal9 hours ago

    New Mexico native Lillie Kolich advances to The Voice live shows

    New Mexico native Lillie Kolich advanced to The Voice live shows on Team Queen after performing “Friday I’m in Love” by The Cure during Cut Week.

  24. Noticias New Mexico9 hours ago

    Asistente legal del Departamento de Justicia de Nuevo México es arrestada tras decomiso de fentanilo y armas en Albuquerque

    Una mujer identificada como asistente legal del Departamento de Justicia del Estado de Nuevo México enfrenta cargos federales por narcotráfico y delitos de armas de fuego, luego de que autoridades federales desmantelaran un centro de distribución clandestino en su vivienda e incautaran el mayor cargamento de fentanilo en polvo en la historia de la DEA en la entidad.

  25. KOAT10 hours ago

    Fire flares up again at Edith Boulevard structure

    A fire that broke out at a structure on Edith Boulevard NE has reportedly been rekindled, according to fire officials.

  26. Telemundo Nuevo México10 hours ago

    Cobertura continua: Elecciones 2026 en Nuevo México

    Nuevo México acude a las urnas: todo lo que debes saber este 3 de noviembre.

  27. nm.news10 hours ago

    New Mexico midterm election turnout continues to surge

    By Kevin Hendricks, Jesse Jones, Rodd Cayton and Pat Davis, The Paper & The New Mexico News — 2026’s midterm elections may be among the biggest in recent memory, both nationally and here in New Mexico, if early voting and midday Election Day turnout trends continue until polls close at 7 p.m. tonight. Election Day […]

  28. KOB 410 hours ago

    Decision 2026: Congressional races

    Control of the U.S. House and Senate is at stake in the 2026 midterm elections.

  29. KOB 411 hours ago

    Decision 2026: Governor’s race

    Regardless of who wins, someone new will move into the governor's mansion next year.

  30. nm.news11 hours ago

    Campaign cash keeps coming: $21.8 million and counting pours into Vasquez-Cunningham race

    By Kevin Hendricks, The New Mexico News — If you live anywhere between Albuquerque’s South Valley and El Paso and own a TV, you already know somebody really wants your vote in the 2nd Congressional District. Actually, several somebodies – and each has several million dollars. Campaign donors and outside political action committees have spent […]

  31. KOB 411 hours ago

    Election Day NM voters: Crime, affordability and education among top issues

    Election Day voters told KOB that crime, affordability, education and the country's future are among the top issues that drove them to the polls.

  32. KRQE NEWS 1311 hours ago

    NMDOJ employee charged in Albuquerque federal drugs, guns bust

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – An Albuquerque woman who worked with the New Mexico Department of Justice is facing federal drug trafficking and gun charges in what the feds are calling a record drug bust, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico. According to court documents, law enforcement was investigating a drug

  33. KOB 411 hours ago

    Decision 2026: Midterms | Complete Coverage

    The New Mexico primaries will be held on June 2, 2026. This will mark the first time New Mexico holds an open primary, allowing registered independents to cast ballots in their choice of any of the state's major political parties.

  34. KRQE NEWS 1311 hours ago

    Tomasita’s Restaurant announces reopening date

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A popular New Mexican restaurant that was forced to close due to a fire will reopen soon. In September, a fire broke out at Tomasita’s Restaurant on Pan-American Freeway. The fire forced staff and guests to evacuate the building, and it was put out in about 20 minutes, with nobody injured.

  35. KRQE NEWS 1312 hours ago

    Election Results 2026: Sandoval County Races

  36. KRQE NEWS 1312 hours ago

    Roadwork to start on I-40 near Grants

    GRANTS, N.M. (KRQE) – Roadwork will begin Wednesday on a $3 million roadway rehabilitation project on I-40, near Grants. The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) District Six along with Albuquerque Asphalt, Inc., (Contractor) will be placing a 3-inch mill and inlay on the eastbound and westbound lanes between mile markers 80-98. All work is

  37. Sandoval Signpost13 hours ago

    Rio Rancho food pantry hauls food, water to flood-hit communities in northwest NM

    By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. — Some elderly residents in Counselor, Nageezi and Cuba are living without running water after heavy rain washed out roads and damaged waterlines. Now a Rio Rancho food pantry is going well beyond its usual service area to help. St. Felix Pantry is delivering food and emergency supplies to the […]

  38. Albuquerque Journal13 hours ago

    New Mexico Election Day starts smoothly

    New Mexico election officials reported a smooth start to Election Day 2026, with no major issues or federal interference reported. Polls close at 7 p.m.

  39. KOB 413 hours ago

    UNM Men’s Basketball Opens Season With 40 Point Victory Over Utah Tech

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — In their season opener Monday night, the UNM Lobos kicked off their 2026-27 campaign with a rip roaring start defeating Utah Tech 100-60 to improve to 1-0.The Lobos led from start to finish. It was a dominant second half from the Lobos scoring 62 points. Jake Hall led all scorers with 30 […]

    Also reported bySanta Fe New MexicanAlbuquerque Journal

  40. KOB 413 hours ago

    UNM Women’s Basketball Falls in Season Opener to Seattle 63-62

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The UNM Women’s Basketball team fell in their season opener 63-62 to Seattle.The Lobs led at one point in the fourth quarter 62-51, but Seattle closed the game on a 12-0 run to win.Laila Abdurraqib led the Lobos with 20 points. Gracie Kelsey, Mila Reynolds and Kate Wernli all finished with 10 […]

In brief

The short notes of Daily Rio Rancho’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • PlayoffsThe Rams and Spartans hit the road in the first round of the football playoffs this weekend.

    The Rams and Spartans hit the road in the first round of the football playoffs this weekend. Cleveland (10-0, 7-0 in 1-6A) has a bye as district champion and could face its crosstown rivals in the quarterfinals.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Rio Rancho Observer Home

  • SoccerCleveland boys soccer fell 2-1 to ninth-seeded Sandia in the state semifinal Monday at Cleveland High School.

    Cleveland boys soccer fell 2-1 to ninth-seeded Sandia in the state semifinal Monday at Cleveland High School. The fifth-seeded Storm finish 15-6-2.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Rio Rancho Observer Home

  • PantryIf you need groceries, St. Felix Pantry is adding Wednesday distributions from 9 a.m.

    If you need groceries, St. Felix Pantry is adding Wednesday distributions from 9 a.m. to noon through the end of December, starting Wed., Nov. 4. Regular Thursday, Friday and Saturday distributions run the same hours.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Sandoval Signpost

  • Dental clinicTingley Coliseum in Albuquerque becomes a free dental clinic on Friday and Saturday, with cleanings, fillings, extractions and simple root canals.

    Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque becomes a free dental clinic on Friday and Saturday, with cleanings, fillings, extractions and simple root canals. Doors open at 5:15 a.m. Friday, and drivers enter through Gate 3 at San Pedro and Copper. It's the 10th event for New Mexico Mission of Mercy, which has held one in Rio Rancho before.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: KOB 4, KRQE NEWS 13

  • New Mexico UnitedNew Mexico United beat Phoenix Rising 2-0 at home Sunday night after a weather delay, and Phoenix finished with two red cards.

    New Mexico United beat Phoenix Rising 2-0 at home Sunday night after a weather delay, and Phoenix finished with two red cards. Greg Hurst scored his 39th goal to become the club's all-time leading scorer, and Jake LaCava added his first USL Championship goal. United plays the Colorado Springs Switchbacks in the second round on Nov. 7, and it reached the conference semifinals for the fourth time in club history.

    Around New Mexico · Tuesday’s editionSources: KOB 4, 96.3 KKOB, KRQE NEWS 13

  • 5A soccerCapital outlasted Atrisco Heritage Academy in a shootout and advances to the 5A title match.

    Capital outlasted Atrisco Heritage Academy in a shootout and advances to the 5A title match.

    Around New Mexico · Tuesday’s editionSource: Santa Fe New Mexican

  • In-N-OutPresident and Owner Lynsi Snyder said, “New Mexico’s been waiting for us, and it will be soon.” Permit filings show the chain appears to be targeting summer 2027 for its Coors Boulevard location.

    President and Owner Lynsi Snyder said, “New Mexico’s been waiting for us, and it will be soon.” Permit filings show the chain appears to be targeting summer 2027 for its Coors Boulevard location.

    Around New Mexico · Tuesday’s editionSource: Albuquerque Journal