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In this courtesy photo captured at the scene of pro-Democracy protests outside the parliament building in Seoul, citizens are seen rallying to defend their nation and right to live with Freedom. PHOTO – Courtesy

US Ally South Korea Declares Martial Law

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

On the morning of December 3, US treaty ally and strategic partner South Korea declared martial law, suspending legal rights for citizens, media, and elected officials. The parliament voted to end martial law after three hours.

Laguna Man Sentenced for Violent Assaults Against Intimate Partner

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

ALBUQUERQUE – A 32-year-old Laguna man has been sentenced to 27 additional months in federal prison following two violent assaults on his intimate partner, a member of the Acoma Pueblo, in 2019.

Zuni Man Pleads Guilty in Armed Standoff on Tribal Lands

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

ALBUQUERQUE – A 26-year-old Zuni man has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to an armed standoff with law enforcement officers on the Zuni Pueblo.According to the U.S.

Supreme Court Rules Arbitration Dispute Must be Considered by a Judge

Sconm Press Release

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

SANTA FE – The state Supreme Court today clarified what consumers must do to fight a requirement that their damage claims against a business be resolved by a third-party arbitrator outside the traditional court process.

Another Missile Test Scheduled from Fort Wingate Amid Global Tensions

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

For the third time in recent months, the U.S. Army has issued a temporary area closure in the Mount Taylor Ranger District for a missile test launch from Fort Wingate to White Sands Missile Range. This will mark the second such missile launches in three months as international tensions rise.

Community Events

News Staff

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

December 6 is National Miners Day Visit New Mexico Mining Museum at 100 Iron Ave, Grants, to Go Underground and experience a taste of Cibola’s mining heritage.Thank you, Miners!

Roger Siegmann Courtesy Photo

Preserving Mining History

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Mining shaped the economy, culture, and identity of communities across New Mexico, and nowhere is that more evident than right here in Cibola County, yet its human stories often remain untold.

Pet of the Week Meet Biggie Smalls

News Staff

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Biggie is our pet of the week. He is a 1 1/2-year-old neutered male. That loves to snuggle and give loves. If you have an empty lap, he's your guy! He is available for adoption at the Grants Animal care center.GrantsAnimal Care Center 722 Sakelares Boulevard

Eliseo “Lee” Alcon Courtesy Photo

Rep. Eliseo Alcon Retires from New Mexico House After 15 Years of Service

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Representative Eliseo “Lee” Alcon (D-Milan), a dedicated advocate for veterans, economic development, and environmental protection, announced his immediate retirement from the New Mexico House of Representatives on Saturday.

State Canvass Board Certifies 2024 General Election Results, Orders Automatic Recounts

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

SANTA FE – New Mexico’s State Canvass Board met today in Santa Fe and unanimously certified the results of the 2024 General Election.The State Canvass Board is composed of the Governor, Secretary of State, and Chief Justice of the New Mexico Supreme Court.