Artesia had no answers in loss to Roswell High School.

Sen. Martin Heinrich is calling for an independent investigation after a hoist at New Mexico’s Waste Isolation Pilot Plant fell 1,600 feet during a routine test. No one was injured, but the incident renewed concerns about WIPP’s aging hoist infrastructure. Heinrich urged federal officials to involve workers, address safety concerns and determine the root cause.

Artesia police are seeking Jamie Taylor, 23, on a nationwide warrant stemming from an Oct. 7 shooting outside an apartment complex. Taylor allegedly shot Jason Phillips after Phillips punched a woman during a domestic dispute. Phillips was treated and listed in stable condition. Taylor faces aggravated battery with a firearm and felon-in-possession charges.

Artesia girls soccer team defeated Goddard 6-0 on Thursday.

Republican nominee Gregg Hull says he would sign legislation limiting how long New Mexico governors can keep emergency orders in effect, while preserving rapid response powers for disasters. He supports legislative oversight and cites earlier proposals requiring lawmakers’ approval or special sessions for extensions. Democrat Deb Haaland’s campaign declined to comment.

3 keys to victory over Roswell.

Lady Dogs. come from two sets down to win.

Ruidoso’s 2026 monsoon season delivered 11.21 inches of rain—nearly twice the area’s average and the second-wettest in the Sierra Blanca Airport’s 21-year record. Despite rainfall totals matching 2025, storms were generally lighter and avoided burn scars, resulting in no flash flood emergency declarations. Meteorologists say timing, healing scars and luck limited flooding.

Sullivan Middaugh captured his first XTERRA World Championship in Ruidoso, winning the elite men’s triathlon by nearly six minutes and taking home $20,000. The 22-year-old was joined in the top 10 by his father, Josiah, and brother, Porter. France’s Alizee Paties won the women’s title, finishing six minutes ahead of Marta Menditto.

New Mexico’s medical malpractice reforms and healthcare compacts face renewed political threats, the author argues, as trial lawyers and their allies influence Democratic candidates and legislative committees. The piece highlights reform champions Rep. Marian Matthews and Rep. Nicole Chavez, criticizes Lisa Curtis and Deb Haaland, and urges voters to protect doctor access and keep public pressure on lawmakers.

The scoreboard didn't favor the Artesia Bulldogs Friday night as they fell 62-36 to Roswell. The start was especially painful. Artesia threw an interception...

Dr. Crit Caton talks about 30th anniversary of the Spirit Run.