Study Reveals Over 400K New Mexican Gamers Suffer from Sleep Deprivation Due to Online Gaming Grants Gamers Sleep Less Than Statewide Gamers

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – In a new study by Online-Solitaire.com, New Mexico has emerged as a state grappling with a side-effect of the digital age: sleep deprivation caused by prolonged online gaming sessions.

Grand Jury Indictment Charges David Belasquez-Gomez with Three Felony Counts for Fatal Accident

Arieanna Crowson, Reporter GRANTS, NM – On October 13, a grand jury handed down an indictment in the State of New Mexico vs. David Belasquez-Gomez case. The indictment follows an accident that allegedly occurred on August 17, that Belasquez- Gomez was involved in and resulted in one fatality.

Alleged DUI Driver Arrested After Collision with Motorcyclist on First Street

Diego Lopez, Reporter GRANTS, N.M. – In the late hours of October 6, 2023, a collision involving a motorcycle and an SUV near the Allsup’s on First Street (616 First Street) in Grants, New Mexico, resulted in the arrest of an alleged DUI driver and significant injuries to the motorcyclist.

Altercation at Grants Apartments Leads to Arrest of Resident

Diego Lopez, Reporter GRANTS, N.M. - A disturbance at Grants Apartments on Cordova Court resulted in the arrest of a resident, Amy Martinez, following a late-night altercation with the maintenance man, according to authorities.

A Bag of Fentanyl and a Medical Episode

Diego Lopez, Reporter GRANTS, N.M. – A routine police patrol in Grants, New Mexico, took a dramatic turn when officers encountered individuals with felony warrants, leading to an arrest and a subsequent medical episode.

High Speed Chase Leads to Discovery of Pills and Homemade Firearm

GRANTS, N.M. – A high-speed pursuit involving a stolen vehicle ended with the arrest of a felon in possession of a homemade firearm in Grants, New Mexico, on October 4, 2023. Grants Police Department officers were patrolling the area of E Sage and Balsam Ave when the incident unfolded.

Grants Police Detain Uncooperative Man Near Riverwalk

GRANTS, N.M. – In the late hours of October 6, 2023, a Grants Police Department officers responded to a call regarding a male, identified as Derek Antonio, who was found sleeping near the Riverwalk Park in downtown Grants.

Board of Trustees Regular Meeting September 21

MILAN, NM – The Board of Trustees held their regular meeting on October 12.

Traffic Report for October 16 – 27, 2023

NMDOT asks all motorists to obey all traffic signs, use caution, and watch for heavy equipment and construction personnel in all work zones. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones in effect.

Annular Solar Eclipse Dazzles Cibola on Oct. 14, 2023

Thousands across the Americas were treated to a spectacular annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023. This rare event occurs when the Moon, at its farthest point from Earth, passes in front of the Sun, leaving a blazing 'ring of fire' in the sky.