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Flipped by 334 votes: Democrats take the Sandoval County Commission

By Kevin Hendricks — A 334-vote margin just handed Democrats control of the Sandoval County Commission. Democrat Frank Smith Jr. edged out Republican Edwin Linson 7,983 to 7,649 for the District 3 seat Tuesday, according to unofficial results. Smith replaces term-limited Republican Commissioner Mike Meek, and his win flips the board to a Democratic majority.

Sandoval County, NM · 2d

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Albuquerque firefighter Lt. Mike Sedillo remembered as a ‘legend’

Albuquerque Fire Rescue announced the passing of Lt. Mike Sedillo after a battle with cancer, remembering him as a ‘legend’.

Albuquerque, NM · 3d

Vogue Magazine

Deb Haaland and Peggy Flanagan Mark Their Historic Wins in Intentional Earrings

Last night, the 2026 midterm election results delivered plenty of historic firsts. It was a particularly powerful night for Native American representation: Democrat Deb Haaland became the first Native American woman to be elected as Governor of New Mexico, while Peggy Flanagan—the current lieutenant governor of Minnesota—became the first Native woman to win the U.S. Senate seat in her state. (And there could even be a third victory for the Indigenous community today: at the time of publishing this story, Alaska’s Mary Peltola is currently leading the race for a Senate seat, too.)

Minnesota · 2d

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Residents near Zuni Road First Nations Clinic report rising safety concerns

Residents living near the First Nations Community Clinic on Zuni Road say ongoing problems in their neighborhood have made them fear for their safety.

Albuquerque, NM · 2d

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Free dental clinic held at Tingley Coliseum

A free dental clinic at Tingley Coliseum will offer cleanings, fillings, extractions and simple root canals to an expected 1,000 to 1,200 patients.

Albuquerque, NM · 17h

KRQE News 13

Great Southwest Coin Expo returns to Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Coin Club is holding its Great Southwest Coin Expo November 13 – 15 at the Marriott Pyramid North. The event brings currency dealers from around the region and gives guests a chance to view, purchase, sell and trade different types of currency. The event will feature over 75 tables […]

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Medicaid meetings begin to prepare for new rules

New Medicaid rules will affect more than 825,000 people in New Mexico, with work requirements and shorter renewals set to start Jan. 1.

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Program supports New Mexico students facing housing insecurity

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A program to help school kids facing housing insecurity in New Mexico is expanding to cover more school districts. The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions’ Office of Housing is investing nearly $8 million into its family stabilization program. The program was previously only available in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Santa […]

New Mexico · 18h

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Redbud Trees and Flower Gardens Frame This New Mexico Temple of Desert Rose Concrete

Some places look like just another building from the highway, and then the gate swings open and the whole afternoon changes. In the foothills of New Mexico, a pink-toned spire rises against the mountains, ringed by flower beds, a fountain, and a row of redbud trees that steal the show every spring.

Albuquerque, NM · 3d

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Albuquerque BioPark River of Lights returns with 50 new sculptures

River of Lights returns to the Albuquerque BioPark for its 29th holiday light show with 50 new light sculptures.

Albuquerque, NM · 2d

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Sawmill District apartment complex moving forward

Albuquerque city councilors gave Titan Development final approval for a 200-unit apartment building in the fast-growing Sawmill District.

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New Mexico officials push feds to move faster to clean up Los Alamos chromium plume

Despite recent mediation efforts, state officials say the U.S. Department of Energy is still delaying an agreement that would update the plans and timelines to clean up the hexavalent chromium plume that has lingered beneath Los Alamos National Laboratory for decades. No cleanup work has been underway since November 2025.

New Mexico · 17h

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New Mexico elects Democrat Deb Haaland as first Native American woman governor in US

On Nov. 3, 2026, former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland became the nation's first female Native American governor as New Mexico voters elected her over Republican Gregg Hull.

New Mexico · 3d

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Campaign cash keeps coming: $21.8 million and counting pours into Vasquez-Cunningham race

By Kevin Hendricks, The New Mexico News — If you live anywhere between Albuquerque’s South Valley and El Paso and own a TV, you already know somebody really wants your vote in the 2nd Congressional District. Actually, several somebodies – and each has several million dollars. Campaign...

Albuquerque, NM · 3d

City Desk ABQ

Fiery debate precedes approval of Albuquerque charter review

By Jesse Jones, The Paper. — A heated City Council debate over mayoral power and legislative control erupted into personal sparring Nov. 2 before councilors narrowly approved a permanent task force to review Albuquerque’s city charter. During its Nov. 2 meeting, the City Council narrowly approved Ordinance O-26-66 on a 5–4 vote, with Vice President […] The post Fiery debate precedes approval of Albuquerque charter review appeared first on City Desk ABQ .

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Sandia Area starts construction on new branches in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho

Sandia Area Federal Credit Union started construction on two new branches in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, slated to open in late 2027. The expansion will bring Sandia Area's total branch count to nine. The Albuquerque branch will be located at 1105 Snow Vista SW, and the Rio Rancho branch will be located at 4551 Safelite NE, near U.S. 550.

Albuquerque, NM · 2d

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UNM Students Unearth New Mexico Ruins That Rewrite Pueblo History

She almost missed it. The brush was moving on its usual rhythm — short strokes, careful angle, eyes down — when the soil gave up something that had no business surviving centuries of freeze and thaw and the slow crush of collapsing adobe: a rosary, intact, its beads still strung, resting inside a wall that hadn’t seen daylight since long before anyone alive could remember.

New Mexico · 3d

KRQE News 13

State Road 309 over Rio Grande in Belen closed due to sinkhole

Belen, NM · 1d

travelmag.com

This Massive New Mexico Used-Book Store Is A Dream Come True For Book Lovers

A bookstore with a dollar shelf and a free box sounds like a trap for anyone with weak willpower. I have a thing for places that make cheap books this easy to grab, and this New Mexico shop leans all the way in. The building is big, and the aisles...

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