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New Mexico prepares for more cases, extended school closures

Officials at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Albuquerque identified several dozen inmates who meet federal health guidelines for medical risk…

March 27, 2020

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U.S. Space Force launches 1st mission with precautions

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket lifts off from launch complex 41 at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station…

March 27, 2020

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New Mexico reaches settlement with foster youth, advocates

The Human Services Department and officials with the state’s child welfare agency in a statement announced the agreement that resolves…

March 26, 2020

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Arizona sees eighth coronavirus death as cases surpass 500

The Arizona Department of Health Services confirmed that 508 cases have now been reported. More than half are in Maricopa…

March 26, 2020

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Fire danger level elevated in southwestern New Mexico

Gila National Forest officials on Thursday cited strong winds, low humidity and the recent discovery of an abandoned campfire for…

March 26, 2020

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Arizona National Guard work picks up as virus spreads

Members of the Arizona National Guard pack and sort food items at a food bank Thursday, March 26, 2020, in…

March 26, 2020

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Suspect moves closer to trial in Hobbs backyard shooting

The Hobbs News-Sun reports Bishop Henderson III is scheduled this week to face a judge for a preliminary hearing in…

March 26, 2020

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Sheriff: Colorado man shot near Carlsbad Caverns by ranger

The Carlsbad Current-Argus reports Eddy County Sheriff Mark Cage said Wednesday that Charles Gage Lorentz was shot by the ranger…

March 26, 2020

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Health officials say New Mexico has its first coronavirus death

Frank Tzontlimatzi holds the door open for patients while wearing gloves and a mask at La Clinica de Familia in…

March 25, 2020

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Stay-at-home orders issued for more than 2M in Denver area

The orders from health departments covering Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Douglas and Jefferson counties will go into effect Thursday and follow…

March 25, 2020

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Colorado Army medical unit headed to Washington State

More than 300 members of the 627th Hospital Center will head to Washington to provide supplemental routine and emergency medical…

March 25, 2020

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New Mexico representative faces heat for plugging Texas cafe amid virus

New Mexico Rep. Patricia Roybal Caballero, D-Albuquerque, who has been dogged by allegations that she doesn’t live in the state,…

March 25, 2020

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University of New Mexico postpones commencement due to virus

President Garnett Stokes will seek student input as he considers when to reschedule the commencement that had been scheduled for…

March 25, 2020

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New Veterans Memorial Park planned for Taos

The Albuquerque Journal reports the nonprofit group Not Forgotten Outreach Inc. is taking the lead in a coalition that plans…

March 25, 2020

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Lawsuit: Police bullet at New Mexico school harmed student

The family recently filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court against officer Francisco Estrada and the Las Cruces Police Department,…

March 25, 2020

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Dolores activates ‘Peace on Earth’ sign amid COVID-19 breakout

Message of peace is above town

March 24, 2020

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Stay-at-home order issued for Aspen, visitors told to leave

Under the order issued Monday night, Pitkin County residents can only leave home for essential tasks, such as grocery shopping,…

March 24, 2020

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Dead snowmobile rider was seeking treasure in Utah park

The pair set out from the Denver area March 17 to search for Forrest Fenn’s treasure, The Denver Post reported.…

March 24, 2020

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Yellowstone joins growing list of national park closures

Visitors watch the morning sun illuminate the Grand Tetons from within the Great Room at the Jackson Lake Lodge in…

March 24, 2020

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Arizona death prompts warning against self-medication

Parents of students at Encanto Elementary in Phoenix line up on Monday to get packets of exercises for children to…

March 24, 2020

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Police: Man bit off part of girlfriend’s finger

Court records show Isiah Thompson of Artesia was arrested earlier this month for aggravated battery against a household member, the…

March 24, 2020

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Denver issues stay-at-home order to fight virus spread

Under the order from Mayor Michael Hancock, businesses that are not considered “essential” must be closed starting at 5 p.m.…

March 23, 2020

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N.M. governor orders coronavirus testing in all 33 counties

State Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel said she received the order to expand testing facilities on Sunday to counties with as…

March 23, 2020

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New Mexico Junior College votes to raise tuition

The Hobbs News-Sun reports the governing board of the southeastern New Mexico school approved Thursday a plan to increase tuition…

March 23, 2020