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Man arrested in Texas after allegedly sharing child rape videos

A man is accused of uploading videos of men raping children and sharing them on social media for over a year. Read moreMan arrested in Texas after allegedly sharing child rape videos

New Mexico Chamber of Commerce hires new chief executive following Rob Blackâ€™s departure

Leslie Hielema starts in the role of president and CEO of the chamber next week.Â Read moreNew Mexico Chamber of Commerce hires new chief executive following Rob Blackâ€™s departure

Jury awards $17 million to woman for surgical tool left in her abdomen

A jury awarded nearly $17 million in damages to a woman who carried a 13-inch metal instrument in her abdomen for two months following a 2019 surgery at Presbyter… Read moreJury awards $17 million to woman for surgical tool left in her abdomen

Judge denies request to place WNMU's severance payment into a trust

A state judge ruled Monday against the state attorney generalâ€™s request to place Western New Mexico University President Joe Shepardâ€™s $1.9 million severance paym… Read moreJudge denies request to place WNMU's severance payment into a trust

House Republicans enter Legislature with a 4-step plan

House Republicans are coming into the 2025 Legislature with a four-step plan, prioritizing the economy, education, public safety and health care. Read moreHouse Republicans enter Legislature with a 4-step plan

Woman seeks $45 million for surgical tool left in her abdomen

Attorneys asked jurors Monday to award more than $45 million to a woman who underwent a 2019 surgery at Presbyterian Hospital that left a 13-inch metal instrument… Read moreWoman seeks $45 million for surgical tool left in her abdomen

Otero County deputy charged in fatal June shooting involving air gun

An Otero County Sheriffâ€™s Office deputy has been charged in the shooting death of a boy outside Mescalero in June. Read moreOtero County deputy charged in fatal June shooting involving air gun

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UNM football: Mercyhurst added to Lobos' 2026 football schedule

The Lobos are also scheduled to play at Oklahoma (Sept. 19) and rival New Mexico State (date TBA) in 2026. Read moreUNM football: Mercyhurst added to Lobos' 2026 football schedule

New Mexico Chamber of Commerce hires new chief executive following Rob Blackâ€™s departure

Leslie Hielema starts in the role of president and CEO of the chamber next week.Â Read moreNew Mexico Chamber of Commerce hires new chief executive following Rob Blackâ€™s departure

New Mexico high school basketball teams ranked (Jan. 13)

Here are the Jan. 13 coaches top 10 polls for high school boys and girls basketball teams in New Mexico. Read moreNew Mexico high school basketball teams ranked (Jan. 13)

This Angel Fire ranch with nearly 300 acres is on the market for $9 million

Located at 157 Mertz Pl. in Angel Fire, Los Cielos Ranch includes two lots within the Hidden Lake Subdivision on over 297 acres. Read moreThis Angel Fire ranch with nearly 300 acres is on the market for $9 million

Lindy's Diner owners holding off plans to sell

Lindy's Diner has been whipping up everything from chicken fried steak to huevos rancheros for more than 50 years from an iconic buildingÂ in Downtown Albuquerque on R… Read moreLindy's Diner owners holding off plans to sell

Leading from behind: 'Last One Walking' explores the life and impact of Cherokee community leader Charlie Soap

â€œLast One Walkingâ€ is a discerning, broad-based book that is part biography, part memoir, part history. It carries the subtitle â€œThe Life of Cherokee Community Leader … Read moreLeading from behind: 'Last One Walking' explores the life and impact of Cherokee community leader Charlie Soap

Pitino: Sorry, social media coaches, Mustapha Amzil is doing just fine

Lobo coach Richard Pitino says there are no pep talks needed for a veteran player who puts in the work every day. Read morePitino: Sorry, social media coaches, Mustapha Amzil is doing just fine

Around the Mountain: UNM's Dent, honored again with a weekly award, is making case for Player of the Year

There is still plenty of season left, but for now, UNM point guard Donovan Dent is laying groundwork for some big honors.Â Read moreAround the Mountain: UNM's Dent, honored again with a weekly award, is making case for Player of the Year

Holm parting ways with the UFC

Albuquerque combat-sports star Holly Holm has been granted a release from her UFC contract and will seek opportunities elsewhere, her longtime agent and local promoter… Read moreHolm parting ways with the UFC

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How can New Mexicans give back where you live? GivingTuesday

Between a highway and hope: A woman struggles for housing

If you ignore theÂ thousands of cars zoomingÂ past just yards away, Debra Griego has one of the best views in Albuquerque from her thin, shambly tent. The highway to one…

Leading from behind: 'Last One Walking' explores the life and impact of Cherokee community leader Charlie Soap

â€œLast One Walkingâ€ is a discerning, broad-based book that is part biography, part memoir, part history. It carries the subtitle â€œThe Life of Cherokee Community Leader …

Sandia Snowshoe Classic set for Jan. 18

Here they snow again. The 21st Sandia Snowshoe Classic will be taking on Sandia Crest on Saturday, Jan. 18.

Sports

UNM football: Mercyhurst added to Lobos' 2026 football schedule

The Lobos are also scheduled to play at Oklahoma (Sept. 19) and rival New Mexico State (date TBA) in 2026. Read moreUNM football: Mercyhurst added to Lobos' 2026 football schedule

New Mexico high school basketball teams ranked (Jan. 13)

Here are the Jan. 13 coaches top 10 polls for high school boys and girls basketball teams in New Mexico. Read moreNew Mexico high school basketball teams ranked (Jan. 13)

Pitino: Sorry, social media coaches, Mustapha Amzil is doing just fine

Lobo coach Richard Pitino says there are no pep talks needed for a veteran player who puts in the work every day. Read morePitino: Sorry, social media coaches, Mustapha Amzil is doing just fine

Around the Mountain: UNM's Dent, honored again with a weekly award, is making case for Player of the Year

Holm parting ways with the UFC

Reider's Block Episode 22: Offseason recap and transfer portal update

In episode 22 of Reider's Block, Journal staff writer Sean Reider gives his thoughts on New Mexico football's offseason to this point, some new transfers and more.Â Read moreReider's Block Episode 22: Offseason recap and transfer portal update

Multimedia

Take a look as engines roar during the Toughest Monster Truck Tour

The Toughest Monster Truck Tour vehicles battled for glory during a two-day pit stop at the Rio Rancho Events Center on Friday, Jan. 10 and Saturday, Jan. 11. It was a…

Moments from the girls Albuquerque Metro Championship game

Debra's journey in pictures: Help, Hope and Heartbreak

Moments from the boys Albuquerque Metro Championship game

Opinion

OPINION: Eliminating personal income taxes isn't a radical proposition at all

OPINION: Did you know that only around 15% of the state's income is derived from personal income taxes? Read moreOPINION: Eliminating personal income taxes isn't a radical proposition at all

OPINION: Ridding state of corporate income tax would undo years of progress

OPINION: Corporate tax cuts exacerbate income and racial inequality. Read moreOPINION: Ridding state of corporate income tax would undo years of progress

OPINION: Unaccountable college regents an open invitation for abuse

OPINION: In the case of Western, that while the president and regents were jet-setting around the world, WNMU, after 13 years under Joe Shepherd, was tied for last pla… Read moreOPINION: Unaccountable college regents an open invitation for abuse

Q&A with Journal Community Council member Dale R. Dekker

OPINION: Without sites that have sufficient infrastructure, water, sewer, roads and power, it will be difficult for our state to attract companies to locate their oper… Read moreQ&A with Journal Community Council member Dale R. Dekker

OPINION: Opening up primaries to more voters isnâ€™t a radical idea

OPINION:Â All eligible voters should be able to participate in our democracy without systematic burdens or unnecessary barriers. Read moreOPINION: Opening up primaries to more voters isnâ€™t a radical idea

TalkoftheTown: RFK jr.'s appointment would endanger the future of public health

OPINION:Â Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.Â has no administrative experience, let alone medical or public health training. Despite recent back-pedaling, his long-standing misinfor… Read moreTalkoftheTown: RFK jr.'s appointment would endanger the future of public health

(BPT) - If you live in a home or apartment with minimal kitchen space due to its wall and cabinet configurations, you probably know how challenging it is to replace ma… Read moreReclaim your kitchen space: New refrigerator design reduces clearance constraints

A Greener Home Starts Today: Save on ENERGY STAR Appliances with New Home Rebates

(BPT) - Energy efficiency isn't a trendy buzzword â€” it's quickly becoming the new normal for everyday Americans across the country. Beginning this fall and throughout … Read moreA Greener Home Starts Today: Save on ENERGY STAR Appliances with New Home Rebates

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