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Fresh off a standout German pro stint and representing his country in FIBA Eurobasket, this versatile freshman is hitting Albuquerque ready to dominate — averaging 11+ points and 5+ rebounds in Germany, shooting, dishing, and crashing the boards with pro-level grit. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is...

Today’s weather brings calm winds and mostly dry skies, with high clouds and a touch of haze from wildfire smoke drifting in — visibility still good. Northern areas stay mild in the 30s to 60s, while southern zones warm into the 50s to 70s. The real heat is in eastern New Mexico and the Pecos Valley, hitting 80s to 100 degrees thanks to sinking air and a monsoon high. Isolated thunderstorms possib...

If you’re in Sandoval County ZIP codes 87025 or 87044 and lost SNAP food due to the McCauley Springs Fire, act fast—your deadline to claim replacement benefits is July 14th. The New Mexico Health Care Authority is helping up to 101 evacuated households recover the value of spoiled or inaccessible groceries purchased between June 24 and July 14, 2026. To qualify, you must have been evacuated, live...

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Steven Jimenez tried to outrun New Mexico State Police on I-25 near Santa Fe, sped away, crashed, and fled on foot—only to be caught hiding in bushes. Now facing charges for reckless driving and speeding, his arrest footage shows why fleeing cops rarely ends well. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is a...

The FIFA World Cup is turning local spots into electric hubs, with sports bars and breweries buzzing with fans of all ages. Managers are shouting over the roar, families and youth teams joining the hype, and the energy’s only heating up—quarterfinals are here, and the crowds are ready to roar. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:...

Albuquerque just dropped a jaw-dropping 13-foot-tall, 25-foot-long Route 66 sign at the heart of Central Avenue—thanks to a $328K tourism grant. It’s not just eye candy; it’s a warm welcome for travelers and locals alike, designed to make everyone feel seen and celebrated. City Councilor Dan Champine calls it a beacon of Albuquerque’s spirit, reinforcing the city’s deep ties to the Mother Road and...

Coach Amy Eagan is thrilled with the early momentum of the UNM women’s basketball team, calling it ahead of expectations in her first season. The infusion of experienced newcomers, including Dutch guard Quintilla Hidalgo — a three-time Netherlands youth national team player — is fueling a strong foundation. Fans get their first look on October 22 with an exhibition against Adams State, setting the...

Albuquerque’s city council just passed a bold new law requiring property owners to maintain every vacant floor in downtown buildings—not just the ground level—after a deadly wall collapse at Lindy’s Diner exposed the dangers of neglected properties. The ordinance mandates registration and upkeep of all empty spaces, with stronger enforcement to turn accountability into action. This proactive step...

A local plaza is at the center of a heated debate as officials push to shut down nearby streets from Memorial Day through Halloween—and possibly permanently close Lincoln and Palace Avenues. After the Finance Committee delayed a vote to review amendments, public outcry erupted, with residents voicing fears that the plan alienates longtime locals and caters only to tourists. The committee will reco...

An undercover DEA agent narrowly escaped death when a drug dealer, tipped off he was being surveilled, showed up instead of the intended buyer—forcing the agent to draw his weapon. The dealer, Rod White, was actually a confidential informant for a Bernalillo County detective, Kyle Linker, who leaked sensitive DEA intel to sabotage operations. Linker pleaded guilty and served time, while his former...

PNM is warning Northeast Heights residents to ease up on power usage as extreme heat and rising demand strain the grid—potentially sending official notices to 37,000 customers urging cuts between 4 PM and 9 PM, as infrastructure hasn’t kept pace with growth and a new substation remains stalled. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN...

A bank robbery in Clovis took a wild turn when Travis Finch, picked up on a separate warrant, became the prime suspect. Evidence and witness accounts linked him directly to the heist, turning an unrelated arrest into a major breakthrough. Now held at the Curry County Adult Detention Center, Finch faces mounting scrutiny as investigators dig deeper into the case — proving how one lead can unravel a...

A Bernalillo County Sheriff’s lieutenant is on administrative leave after being caught with an open alcohol container during a DWI checkpoint—and then tossing it into bushes, earning him a littering ticket too. The incident has sparked outrage, especially given his role enforcing the very laws he allegedly broke. The sheriff’s office is investigating, and the public is watching closely to see what...

A controversial data center project in Doña Ana County is sparking outrage as residents flood meetings with opposition — but the real scandal? Elected officials say their names were used without permission to submit pro-project comments. City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn and State Rep. Cristina Parajón both discovered fake comments under their names, with Parajón even contacting the New Mexico Attor...

New Mexico Republicans are pushing to scrap the state’s personal income tax, claiming it would return $2 billion to residents—permanent relief, not a one-time rebate—and argue it benefits everyone who earns a paycheck. But the governor opposes a special session to debate it, warning of major budget impacts and insisting such a sweeping change needs full legislative debate. Republicans call her sta...

A Albuquerque mother sentenced to ten years for her toddler’s accidental death after finding a loaded gun in her purse—she pleaded guilty, expressed profound remorse, and fought for leniency, but the judge sided with prosecutors, emphasizing the grave danger of unsecured firearms in homes with children. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Adverti...

Two Messianic Jewish inmates in Albuquerque’s Metropolitan Detention Center are suing over denied religious accommodations, claiming they were forced to fast during Ramadan despite being Black Israelites who observe Passover and other Jewish traditions. They say requests for kosher meals, prayer shawls, and religious texts were ignored or denied — even though neither was on suicide watch — and tha...

Storms linger in northern, western, and central New Mexico through Thursday, bringing much-needed rain—especially to the Rio Grande Valley—before temperatures soar back into triple digits. While some areas stay dry, especially northwest New Mexico, the south and east may still see showers. A ridge of high pressure builds through Friday and Saturday, pushing heat and limiting rain, though isolated...

After decades of silence and struggle, New Mexico’s “Downwinders” — victims of radiation from the Trinity nuclear test — are finally getting the recognition and $100,000 compensation they deserve. Fueled by personal loss and resilience, survivors like Tina Cordova, a fourth-generation cancer survivor, fought for decades until President Trump signed legislation expanding the Radiation Exposure Comp...

A dramatic rescue unfolded in the Sandia Mountains when a hiker suffered a medical emergency on the Embudo Trailhead. Teams from Albuquerque Fire Rescue, APD, Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office, and New Mexico Search and Rescue mobilized quickly. Facing rugged terrain, the Sheriff’s Office helicopter played a crucial role in extracting the hiker safely to the trailhead, where ambulances awaited to...

A 20-year-old man, Nathaniel Gutierrez, just received a 17-year sentence for orchestrating a deadly robbery that killed 18-year-old Michael Gallegos—planned for weeks and executed in a community center parking lot. Gutierrez and two others were stalking their victim before the fatal shooting. Gutierrez and his accomplice Jeffery Jojola accepted plea deals, receiving 17 and 15 years respectively; t...

In a shocking Santa Fe trial, Isaac Apodaca faces first-degree murder charges after prosecutors allege he manipulated his girlfriend, Kiara McCulley, into stabbing and killing Grace Jennings in October 2022 as part of a fabricated secret society. Text messages reportedly show Apodaca pushing McCulley to kill Jennings for “black market perks,” while the defense argues he was merely present and not...

Santa Fe, New Mexico just snagged the top spot as America’s best city by Travel + Leisure—thanks to fan votes, 300+ sunny days a year, killer art spots like Meow Wolf and the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, and a vibe that’s rich, vibrant, and unforgettable. It also cracked the global top 20 with an 88.85 score, proving it’s not just a U.S. gem but a world-class destination for travelers craving culture,...

New Mexico United is turning local talent into future stars, signing Winston Starr and Fabian Mata to their academy — giving them a direct path to first-team training, college scouts, and USL Championship games. Starr, who stunned fans with a crucial goal against Liga MX’s Atlante FC, now wears 61, while Mata dons 58. With sports director Itamar Keinan praising their dedication, this move signals...