News

Laguna Man Sentenced for Assault

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Andres Nathaniel Harjo, a 25-year-old member of Laguna Pueblo, has been sentenced to 15 months and 11 days in prison for an assault with intent to commit a felony. United States Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez for the District of New Mexico made the official announcement.

Police Respond to Violent Altercation at Grants Apartments

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

GRANTS, NM – A violent altercation erupted at Grants Apartments on December 18 when officers were dispatched to Cordova Court in response to a fight in progress. The incident involved multiple parties and left several individuals injured.

Three Navajo Nation Members Indicted on First-Degree Murder and Kidnapping Charges

Diego Lopez, Reporter

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

THOREAU, NM – In a recent development, Camille Damon, Ronald Belone, and Tyran Begay, all enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, appeared in federal court on an indictment accusing them of first-degree murder and kidnapping resulting in death outside of Thoreau, New Mexico.

Supreme Court Rules That Warrantless Search of Car Parked at Owner’s Home is Unconstitutional

Press Release

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

SANTA FE – The state Supreme Court ruled today that constitutional protections were violated by a warrantless search of a car parked at the owner’s home after a traffic stop and arrest of the driver.

Mental Health Wednesday

Cibola Citizen Staff

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Strengthening Your Mental Resilience for a Fulfilling 2024 As we dive deeper into the new year, the resolve to prioritize mental well-being remains as crucial as ever.

It’s Okay to Grieve

Cibola Citizen Staff Report

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

The loss of a family member is one of the most difficult and challenging experiences a person can go through in their lifetime. Coping with the grief and emotional pain can be a long and difficult process, but there are steps you can take to help you through this difficult time.

Multi-Purpose Arena to Begin Construction in February

Arieanna Crowson, Reporter

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

GRANTS, NM – The City of Grants held a special city council meeting on January 11. The meeting had one discussion/action item on the agenda which was approval of recommendation of award for construction for City of Grants multi-purpose arena.

Officers Respond to Mt. Taylor Elementary Following a False Call of a Possible Active Shooter

Arieanna Crowson, Reporter

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

GRANTS, NM — On January 16, 2024, at approximately 2:54 p.m. Grants Police Department Officers were dispatched to Mt. Taylor Elementary following a single 911 call to Cibola Regional Communications Center of a possible active shooter. GPD officers responded to Mt.

Firefighters Respond to Blazing Truck

News Staff

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Fire departments were dispatched to mile marker 89 on January 9, crews responded to a semitruck fire. Crews arrived on scene and witnessed the driver’s cab completely engulfed by flames.

Community Announcement

News Staff

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

BeWellnm was notified that a scammer is calling customers requesting a high dollar payment over the phone for their health insurance. BeWellnm will not call you for payment. Enrolled consumers can make payments securely by logging into their beWellnm.com account or calling BeWellnm at 833-862-3935.