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Immigrant detention bill advances in New Mexico

A bill to prevent state and local government entities in New Mexico from aiding federal immigrant detention moved closer to becoming law.

Ruidoso Downs shut down

Todd Fuqua and Adrian Hedden Ruidoso News No horse racing at Ruidoso Downs this year – or maybe any year Horse racing at Ruidoso Downs may be...

Man linked to fatal shooting arrested in Artesia

Aaron Cane Vasquez, 27, was arrested by the Chavez County Metro Narcotics Task Force.

GOP slams Democrat policies at start of legislative session in Santa Fe

New Mexico House Republicans insisted they, not the Democratic-controlled state government, have solutions for affordability, health care and public safety in the 30-day legislative session.

Artesia welcomes new nail salon

Looking for a new place to get a pedicure and manicure, Artesia resident Laura Lujan was one of the first customers at the brand-new Lux Nails & Spa II on Tuesday.

Keithley’s Korner: Roberts says snow doesn’t appear to be Ruidoso’s friend

Ron warned that recent dry conditions and a lack of snowpack also can mean the increase in wildfire danger when the winds typically strengthen around springtime.

Southeast New Mexico lawmakers tapped for committees as legislative session gets underway

New Mexico Sen. Jim Townsend of Artesia was appointed to the powerful Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.

Crime, healthcare key in State of State speech

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham delivered her eighth and last State of the State address Tuesday in Santa Fe, opening the 30-day legislative session.

Man found shot to death at Artesia apartment complex

Ivan Ortiz, 32, was initially found suffering from a gunshot wound and later died.

Artesia officials question state pollution law

Artesia city officials voiced support for Xcel Energy as the utility provider sought an exemption from a state law aimed at reducing carbon emissions from energy production.

Gov. Lujan Grisham outlines priorities in State of the State speech

The governor urged lawmakers to not shy away from tackling longstanding challenges that face the state.

Child dies in Ski Apache accident

Officials with Ski Apache have confirmed the death of a child involving a ski lift at Ski Apache which occurred Jan. 6.

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