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Stay safe, Stay Cool

Nm Department Of Health

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

SANTA FE, NM- The New Mexico Department of Health (Health) urges New Mexicans to take precautions to avoid heatrelated illnesses.

New Mexico State Bar Foundation Immediate Past-President Hon. Carl J. Butkus

Press Release

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Elected to the National Conference of Bar Foundations’ Board of DirectorsAlbuquerque, N.M. The New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Immediate Past-President, Hon. Carl J. Butkus, was elected to the National Conference of Bar Foundations’ Board of Directors. Hon.

USPS proposes to slow down rural mail. Again.

National Newspaper Association

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

The U.S. Postal Service has again proposed to lower public expectations for mail delivery, having already proven it cannot reliably deliver mail on time in many areas. It has filed a petition for a review of proposed new service standards with the Postal Regulatory Commission.

Postal Service Recognizes Grants, NM, Letter Carrier David Rodriguez for 50 Years of Dedicated Service

Press Release

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

GRANTS, NM – As part of the United States Postal Service's 'For the Long Haul' initiative, the Grants Post Office is proud to celebrate David Rodriguez’ 50 years of service to the Postal Service and his community.

New Mexico State Police District 6 Statistics for July

Nmdps Press Release

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Cibola and McKinley County NM - New Mexico State Police officers in District 6 were very proactive during the month of July 2024.State Police officers stationed in Gallup and Grants showed their hard work by the impressive statistics they put up during the month of July.

Monaghan Fire in Mt. Taylor Ranger District Fully Contained

Diego Lopez, Reprter

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

ZUNI MOUNTAINS, N.M. – The Monaghan Fire, which was reported in the Mt. Taylor Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest, has been fully contained. The fire, caused by lightning, was first reported at 4:30 p.m. on August 20 and quickly grew to a size of 0.4 acres.

The New Mexico State Police are investigating an officer- involved shooting by the Laguna Police Department, where a distressed woman, Georgia Martinez Rubio, allegedly pointed a firearm at EMS and officers before being shot and injured. Pictured is the mile marker 2 on State Road 6, where the incident occurred. Courtesy Photo

NMSP Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting in Laguna Amid Rising Public Safety Concerns

Diego Lopez, Reprter

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

LAGUNA, NM – At the end of July, Laguna Police Department was involved in a shooting, while no one was seriously injured, police did incarcerate 43-year-old Georgia Martinez Rubio after she allegedly pulled a firearm on officers, leading to the incident.

U.S. Attorney's Office Secures Conviction in Unemployment Fraud Case

Usao New Mexico

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

ALBUQUERQUE – An Albuquerque man pleaded guilty in federal court to mail and wire fraud charges stemming from a scheme exploiting CARES Act provisions.

Supreme Court rejects challenges to Miranda warnings of defendants in two Counties

Nmdps Press Release

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

SANTA FE – Law enforcement Miranda warnings adequately informed two defendants of their constitutional right to have an attorney for police questioning although the notices did not explicitly state the right applies both before and during an interrogation, the state Supreme Court ruled today.

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Small Fire Near Ojo Redondo Extinguished

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

ZUNI MOUNTAINS, NM – A fire was burning in the Zuni Mountains just north of Ojo Redondo but was quickly put out.According to the state, the fire was discovered August 21 just after noon. As of August 22, at 12 a.m., the fire was an estimated two acres in size.