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APS installs vape detectors at high schools

Albuquerque Public Schools put 93 new vape detectors in 13 high schools as the district tries to curb vaping among teenagers.

Albuquerque Public Schools welcome students back with focus on safety, belonging

Thousands of Albuquerque Public Schools students returned to class as district leaders set goals for belonging, academics and school safety.

Meals on Wheels expands face-to-face deliveries in Sandoval County, needs volunteers

Meals on Wheels expanded in-person meal deliveries in Sandoval County and now needs more volunteers to help serve 330,000 meals this year.

Gabby Petito’s mother to bring hope, advocacy to Albuquerque families during crime conference

Five years after Gabby Petito's disappearance captivated the nation, her mother is bringing the lessons she's learned to Albuquerque.

New Mexico heat wave brings high temps, storm risk, and flash flood chances

Heat advisories continue around the Albuquerque metro area and parts of northwest New Mexico as temperatures reach around 100 degrees.

Teen accused in deadly hit-and-run will stay in custody for now

A 16-year-old boy charged in a deadly hit-and-run that killed Richard Candelaria will stay in custody for now.

CNM student arrested, accused of bringing gun to campus

Albuquerque police arrested a CNM student after a teacher and student said he threatened to shoot up the school and brought a gun onto campus.

New blood test may predict Alzheimer’s years before symptoms, UNM researchers say

A new test could help predict if you're at risk of developing Alzheimer's. That's great news for the more than 56,000 New Mexicans who currently…

Albuquerque Isotopes launch lowrider jerseys to support local students

The Albuquerque Isotopes unveiled limited-edition lowrider jerseys that will raise money for local students through an auction and jersey sales.

Serial shoplifter gets 17 years in prison after stealing thousands

A judge sentenced serial shoplifter Jason Hurd to 17 years in prison after prosecutors said he stole thousands of dollars in goods.

Suspect killed in shooting with NMSP and Raton police

Raton police warned the public to avoid near East Seventh Street and Third Avenue after officers responded to reports of shots fired.

Rio Rancho family recounts Fourth of July adoption story in new book

A Rio Rancho family is marking 25 years since adopting four children from Ukraine, a journey now told in Lori Rajunas' newly published book.

Cochiti Lake reopens after missing person recovery mission completed

Cochiti Lake has reopened after crews closed it Sunday during a search for a missing person.

Fire engulfs historic St. Catherine's Indian School in Santa Fe

A large fire is burning at the vacant historic St. Catherine's Indian School near downtown, and smoke is visible across Santa Fe.

Rodent in Santa Fe County tests positive for plague

A Santa Fe County rodent tested positive for plague, marking the county’s first confirmed wild animal plague case of 2026.

Stansbury: Bill Gates kept connection with Jeffrey Epstein after learning of his reputation

Rep. Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., said Bill Gates told House lawmakers he knew Jeffrey Epstein’s reputation and past sex crime conviction, but kep…

Ezee Fiber to begin construction in Santa Fe

Ezee Fiber says it will begin construction of new fiber lines in Santa Fe in late October or early November.

One year later, family remembers loved ones killed in hot air balloon crash

It’s been one year since a hot air balloon crash-landed in a median, killing five New Mexicans, and their families say they're still feeling the…