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ABQ Ride is ending its 59-year-old Luminaria Bus Tour after just 586 riders last year — costing the city $200K, or over $340 per person — with many ticket holders failing to show up. Though heartbreaking for longtime fans, the transit agency isn’t abandoning the tradition: they’re teaming up with the Huning Castle Neighborhood Association to reimagine the celebration for 2027. Listen in comfort: G...

A 14-year-old faces serious charges after allegedly firing a gun in Santa Fe, leaving a 15-year-old with non-life-threatening injuries — and no prior argument was reported. The teen’s blood alcohol level was over the legal limit, adding another layer to this shocking incident involving minors and firearms. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Adve...

Three lives were swept away in a devastating flash flood on the Navajo Nation — Elsie Begay, her friend Dora Franklin, and Lucy Allison Mike, a bright 7-year-old third grader days from her birthday. Both women were dedicated educators; Lucy had just been crowned Miss Sanostee Day School. The family is asking for prayers and support to cover funeral costs as the community rallies together, remindin...

The New Mexico State Fair is winding down with a bang—kick off Saturday night with a first-ever student film showcase featuring 15 short films from UNM and NMSU, plus rumored celebrity surprises. Rodeo action continues through Sunday with three PRCA events, while Tanya Tucker and The Warning bring live music to the mix. Organizers are optimistic about record-breaking crowds this weekend—and city w...

Albuquerque’s Uptown Connect project just landed over $30 million in fresh funding—$23.8 million in private activity bonds and another $7.4 million in loans—to build 176 rental units blending affordable and market-rate housing, all designed to boost transit access, reduce homelessness, and connect residents with jobs through a powerful public-private partnership. Listen in comfort: Get a discount...

A 24-year-old former corrections sergeant from New Mexico, Grace Vicente, is accused of stealing an unattended ambulance, crashing it while allegedly impaired, and passing out behind the wheel—leading to another driver’s injury. She resigned from her job just four days after the August 27th incident. Prosecutors are building charges, but details remain murky, sparking questions about judgment, res...

Sandia National Labs is eyeing a radical upgrade to the Z Machine—ten times its current size—to simulate even more extreme conditions, pushing beyond solar core densities and seismic tremors to ensure the nation’s nuclear arsenal remains safe, reliable, and ready for national security missions. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN...

The New Mexico Lobos are cashing in big time—earning $1.6 million for their showdown with No. 24 Oklahoma, part of a high-stakes “guarantee game” tradition where smaller programs take on Power Five foes for massive payouts. This year, they’ve already won two such games, raking in $530K total, but the window is closing fast. As major conferences like the Big Ten, Big 12, and SEC push toward nine co...

A damning federal audit exposes the Bureau of Indian Affairs’ Missing and Murdered Unit as buried under a crushing backlog—over 390 pending referrals, many dating back years—with agents drowning in paperwork, no deadlines, and critical victim services left uncontacted. The Department of the Interior is now demanding urgent reforms: updated policies, staff training, clear review timelines, and fast...

A deadly morning shootout in Southeast Albuquerque leaves one dead and another hospitalized after a bystander fired in defense — but was it self-defense or protecting someone else? Police and prosecutors are still untangling the chaos: two attackers with a knife and pole went after a victim, who was saved by a fourth man’s gun — only for that man to be shot and killed. The original attacker fled o...

The governor’s race is boiling over as one candidate demands a statewide pause on new data centers to protect water, energy, and local jobs—backed by eight accountability measures—while the other blasts the move as politically motivated, citing campaign cash ties and arguing for local control over state-wide bans. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/d...

Two Mora, New Mexico, Motor Vehicle Division employees were fired after security cameras caught one helping her son-in-law register a $32,000 truck for just $25 — saving the buyer over $1,000 in taxes. The investigation uncovered more than a dozen similar under-taxed deals in June, pointing to poor oversight by supervisors. The county attorney confirmed their terminations, while state officials de...

A former New Mexico correctional officer, Grace Vicente, sparked chaos in Phoenix when she allegedly stole an ambulance at a concert—keys not even in the ignition—and crashed it just miles later into a truck. Now facing DUI and vehicle theft charges (with stealing an ambulance adding serious legal heat), she’s already resigned from her job. This wild tale is a stark reminder that reckless choices...

Albuquerque’s buzzing this week with free fun—catch the Bands of Enchantment Music Festival downtown till Sept 19, dive into interactive art at Somos Albuquerque (Sat, 4 PM–midnight), savor cactus-themed delights at the New Mexico Prickly Pear Festival (two days at Gutierrez Hubbell House), and don’t miss your last chance for rides and fair food at the State Fair this weekend. Listen in comfort: G...

In Las Cruces, a woman and her mom are facing felony charges after cops found a runaway teen hidden in a closet during a search — the teen got a citation, but the adults could face serious consequences for letting the minor stay months without reporting it. The woman also faces child abuse charges, while her mom is charged with failing to report neglect. Complicating things further, the woman’s ad...

Hatch, New Mexico, got a much-needed soaking rain Wednesday night — a downpour that chile growers and local businesses have been praying for. After a dry spell, this intense rainfall is a game-changer for the chile capital, where the perfect balance of heat and moisture determines crop success. Growers like Adams Produce and shops like Gilly’s Chile are watching closely, hoping this is the start o...

New Mexico’s governor race is boiling over as candidates Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull clash over data centers—Haaland wants a statewide pause until companies meet renewable energy and job creation standards, while Hull pushes for local control. Both agree water conservation is non-negotiable, and polls show most voters oppose big data centers. A twist? Oracle maxed out Haaland’s campaign donations—H...

Former UFC fighter Diego Sanchez is caught in a wild August road rage incident where he was allegedly tossing Twisted Teas at another car while passenger in a Rolls-Royce driven by Omar Rabadi, who pulled a gun and rammed the vehicle — but Sanchez faces no charges for this, despite being locked up for unrelated probation violations. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipi...

New Mexico is demanding Meta pay over five million dollars for legal trial expenses—including expert witnesses, hotel stays, and meals—claiming the tech giant should cover costs since it won both cases. But Meta counters that the law firm, Motley Rice, hired by the state, actually paid those bills under their contract, shifting responsibility away from the state. This dispute comes on top of Meta’...

A groundbreaking new dermatology clinic is set to open at Presbyterian Hospital in New Mexico next year, tackling a critical shortage of skin specialists. Funded by a $2.5 million donation from Ellen King—a patient who’s battled skin cancer for decades—this clinic will offer medical and surgical dermatology, partnering with the hospital’s wound care team. King’s story, marked by early detection th...

Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller honored Archbishop John C. Wester by declaring Thursday “Archbishop John C. Wester Day” ahead of the annual Blue Mass, a tribute to first responders. Though Wester submitted retirement papers at age 75 and his successor remains unannounced, the Mayor praised his lasting impact on the community. Wester himself thanked the Mayor for the recognition, making it a heartfelt...

Bernalillo County’s brand new Station 36 is set to open by early November — a $20 million, state-of-the-art fire station replacing an aging facility plagued by foundation issues. Featuring four bays, a full kitchen, gym, community safety center, and 12 smart bunk rooms with LED alert systems, it’s designed for peak performance. Construction began in April 2025 after years of planning, funded by st...

Flash flood warnings are active in south central Lincoln County, New Mexico, with heavy thunderstorms dumping half an inch of rain already—more on the way—and triggering life-threatening flash floods across burn scars and canyons. Areas like Ruidoso, Alto, and Bonito Lake are at high risk as mud, rocks, and debris sweep through drainages, roads, and bridges. Stay alert and stay safe—this is seriou...

New Mexico’s under siege from torrential monsoon rains—up to two inches per hour in central and western regions, turning saturated ground into flash flood zones. From Gallup to Ruidoso and Cloudcroft, already-hit areas face renewed danger as arroyos, burned zones, and city streets buckle under the weight of water. The flood watch stays until early Friday, with steady overnight rain hitting Albuque...