24 Things That Happened for the First Time in 2024
5. An extreme marathoner runs the length of Africa.
Texas adds more border buoys to Rio Grande in attempt to stop illegal crossings
New buoys are being placed in the Rio Grande in an attempt to block illegal crossings at the Texas-Mexico border.
Royal Caribbean Releases New Cruises for 12 Ships
Royal Caribbean is opening bookings for 12 cruise ships across the Northeast and the Caribbean, including Icon class vessels.
How might Mexico’s peso react to the US elections?
Whether Trump or Harris becomes president, analysts see potential danger for the peso despite both candidates' very different trade rhetoric.
'Top Gun: Maverick' flight instructor's final moments caught on video before New Mexico air show crash
Maverick" flight instructor who crashed during an aerobatics performance in Las Cruces, New Mexico have been captured on video.
APD, Special Olympics New Mexico partner for benefit softball tournament
The Albuquerque Police Department is partnering with Special Olympics New Mexico for a benefit softball tournament.
New investment in industrial parks in Mexico spiked in 2024
Never in the 25 years of [our] existence have we experienced such enthusiasm," said the head of Mexico's Industrial Park Association Monday.
Governor declares emergency for Roswell flooding
An emergency declaration for Chaves County was signed due to the ongoing flooding impacts in Roswell. It unlocks $1 million in state funding to help in the relief efforts from the flooding within and outside the city. New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the declaration on Monday, Oct. 21.
Judge grants more time for new rules on Gulf of Mexico endangered species, a win for oil and gas
A federal judge has granted more time to rewrite rules governing endangered species in the Gulf of Mexico, granting a victory to oil and gas interests and officials who argued
Shutdown averted: Judge grants more time for new endangered species rules for US Gulf of Mexico drilling
A 19 August ruling from US District Judge Deborah Boardman nullified a 2020 biological opinion from the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) that outlined the endangered species protections. In her original order, Boardman gave the federal agency until 20 December to issue a new biological opinion.
Humanitarian needs surge in Mexico: new report highlights gaps in support for displaced populations
Mexico City, Mexico, October 22, 2024 — With the humanitarian crisis related to mixed migration in Mexico steadily worsening during 2024, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) published a situation report ...
A California pilot killed in a plane crash at a New Mexico air show was an instructor for ‘Top Gun’ actors
Charles Thomas “Chuck” Coleman was the only person on board the two-seat Extra Flugzeugbau EA300 monoplane when it went down around 2:30 p.m. Sunday during the Las Cruces Air and Space Expo.
2 dead after 'historic' deluge in New Mexico floods streets, homes
On Saturday, Roswell received 5.78 inches of rain, breaking the daily record from 1901, according to the National Weather Service.
Pilot Killed in Crash at New Mexico Air Show
A pilot was killed after a small plane crashed during an air show in New Mexico on Sunday afternoon. The incident took place around 2:30 p.m. local time on Sunday at the Las Cruces Air and Space Expo when a two-seat Extra Flugzeugbau EA300 monoplane ...
New Mexico Gov. unlocks $1M for Roswell flood relief following emergency declaration
Following flooding in and around Roswell, the Governor of New Mexico signed an emergency declaration on Monday unlocking $1 million in state funding
2 dead, hundreds rescued in 'dangerous' New Mexico flash flooding
At least two people have been killed due to overnight rainfall and flooding Saturday in Roswell, New Mexico, according to New Mexico State Police. Nearly 300 people have been rescued by the National Guard,
Deadly Flooding Leaves Trail of Destruction in New Mexico
Two people were killed after record-breaking rainfall triggered extensive flash flooding in parts of southeastern New Mexico overnight into Sunday.Speaking to the media, New Mexico State Police spokeswoman Amanda Richards said two people were killed in Roswell,
Caught on Camera: People stranded on rooftop during New Mexico flooding rescued
Video shows emergency crews rescuing several people off of a rooftop in Roswell, New Mexico, on Sunday following a major flood.
2 dead, hundreds rescued from flooding in New Mexico
Flooding in New Mexico caused by heavy rainfall over the weekend killed two people, according to officials and authorities, who said hundreds of rescues were performed over Sunday.
New Mexico leaders say legislative agencies ‘bursting at the seams,’ have outgrown the Roundhouse
New Mexico’s legislative leaders say they’re working on finding more space for a growing force of support staff, but a long-term fix won’t come anytime soon. By the time lawmakers come to Santa Fe in January for the next regular legislative session,
New Mexico authorities: 1 dead, 290 people rescued after severe flooding in Roswell, Chaves County
The New Mexico National Guard is continuing search and rescue operations after record rainfall resulted in severe flooding in and around the city of Roswell and Chaves County
New Mexico Flooding Results in Two Deaths and Over 300 Rescued in Roswell Area
Severe flooding in Roswell, New Mexico, led to two fatalities and 309 rescues. Record rainfall caused significant damage and ongoing rescue efforts.
2 dead, 309 people rescued after severe flooding in New Mexico
Record rainfall produced severe flooding in and around Roswell and Chaves County. Water levels had receded in many parts of the city but remained high in the downtown area.
A group of 2,000 migrants in southern Mexico depart for the U.S. weeks before election
A group of about 2,000 migrants has left Mexico’s southern border hoping to reach the country’s north and ultimately the United States
Colorado Mesa runs wild over New Mexico Highlands, improves win streak to four games
Colorado Mesa’s Aiden Taylor, left, sticks his hand out to stiff arm a New Mexico Highlands defender Saturday during the Mavs’ 21-10 victory at Stocker Stadium. Taylor ran for 216 yards and a touchdown and CMU ran for 324 yards in its fourth straight win.
Red Cross sets up shelter for people affected by Roswell floods
American Red Cross New Mexico has established an evacuation shelter at the Eastern New Mexico State Fairgrounds, located at 2500 SE Main Street. Anyone who needs a safe place to stay is welcome. Two people have died as a result of the flooding in Roswell.
New Mexico Flash Floods: At Least 1 Dead, 290 Rescued After Record-Breaking Rain
Officials in Roswell, New Mexico, were asking people to remain off the streets on Sunday after one person died as a result of extreme flooding.
2 Dead, Hundreds Rescued in ‘Historic’ New Mexico Floods
Roswell, N.M., received nearly a third of its annual rainfall total in just a few hours on Sunday. Rescue efforts were ongoing with more storms in the forecast.
WATCH: Texas officers apprehend smugglers, special interest aliens
Texas Department of Public Safety troopers and Texas National Guard soldiers continue to apprehend alleged human smugglers and “ special interest aliens ” (SIAs) at the border as part of Gov. Greg Abbott’s border security mission, Operation Lone Star.
West Texas A&M brings Wagon Wheel back to Canyon with win over Eastern New Mexico
PORTALES, New Mexico (KFDA) - The Wagon Wheel is headed back to Canyon for the first time since 2021 with the West Texas A&M Buffs defeating the Eastern New Mexico Greyhounds, 42-24.
‘I stopped going’: New England woman moved to New Mexico. She’s appalled at Dunkin’ out West. Here’s why they’re so different
Terra explained that she’s originally from New England, where she says Dunkin’ was always great. However, since moving to New Mexico, she says every visit has been frustrating. The woman explained she decided to visit the chain to get one of their Halloween munchkin buckets, thinking her kids would love it.
Under its new president, Mexico’s foreign policy heads down dangerous path
Newly inaugurated President Claudia Sheinbaum has restricted the diplomatic work of the U.S. ambassador, humiliated the King of Spain and appointed a new secretary of Foreign Affairs known for his
National Hurricane Center tracking Tropical Storm Nadine, "tiny" Hurricane Oscar. What to expect
Forecasters watched Invest 94L in the Caribbean on Saturday and now believe it could become stronger and more developed. Here's its track.
Craft Your Own Wine At This Luxury Resort In Mexico’s Valle De Guadalupe Wine Region
El Cielo Resort & Spa offers guests a unique experience to connect to the destination and to commemorate their stay with its Blend Your Own Wine package.
Let's talk about road construction
There seems to be never-ending road construction around our state. On the next Let’s Talk New Mexico, we’ll discuss road construction, from funding to planning, and how we can best deal with the associated traffic.
Juror in Menendez trial weighs in on new evidence
Decades after a judge sentenced Lyle and Erik Menendez to life in prison for killing their parents, their case is once again in the national spotlight.