Non-Local News Releases

State prepared to provide food benefits to New Mexicans, as the Trump administration attempts to block federal SNAP funding

Santa Fe, N.M. – Today, New Mexico state lawmakers returned to the Roundhouse for another special session to protect critical services for New Mexico families, as the federal government continues to fight their obligation to provide funding for critical food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). 

In an efficient three-hour session, the legislature allocated $162 million from the New Mexico Health Care Authority to allow the state to provide emergency food benefits to New Mexicans in need, if the federal government continues to withhold funding for SNAP.

Smoke will continue to be visible

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – November 10, 2025 – The Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands (NF & NGs) fire crews successfully completed ignitions over the weekend on 1343 acres of the Espinosa Prescribed Fire on the Mountainair Ranger District and 191 acres of the Durfee Bolander Prescribed Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District. Fire managers on both burns report very favorable outcomes from both prescribed burns. 

Chaves County, NM-On November 9, 2025, at approximately 11:30 a.m., New Mexico State Police officers proactively responded to a violent domestic incident after scanning neighboring agency radio traffic. Officers learned through the Pecos Valley Regional Communications Center (PVRCC) of a woman calling 911, stating her ex-boyfriend was attempting to kill her and had pulled a knife. During the open 911 call, the suspect could be heard threatening to kill the victim and yelling at her for calling law enforcement. PVRCC tracked the phone via rapid SOS and relayed information, that the vehicle was traveling north on U.S. 70.

NMSP officers quickly located the vehicle off a dirt road near U.S. 70 and conducted a high-risk stop. The suspect, 59-year-old Odis Ray Cloud, was taken into custody without further incident. The female victim was located in the vehicle, and brought to safety by NMSP officers.

Initially, the victim reported that another male had been involved and had fled the scene before officers arrived. However, while the 911 call remained open, PVRCC dispatchers heard Cloud instructing the victim to make up a story because he did not want to go back to prison. Through thorough investigative efforts and rapport built by NMSP officers, the victim later admitted the story was false and confirmed that Cloud was the perpetrator.

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LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Seven projects aimed at strengthening New Mexico's specialty crop industry will launch this fall with $611,032 in federal funding running through 2028.

The projects, facilitated by the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA), will run through Sept. 29, 2028, through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP).

Specialty crops are fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture and nursery crops. The grant program supports projects that enhance the competitiveness of these crops through research, marketing, education and supply chain improvements.

SANTA FE — Male Mexican wolf 3065 was captured on Friday, Nov. 7, north of Interstate 40, north of Gallina, N.M.

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish captured the wolf by helicopter. Afterward, he was returned to the wild in the Mexican Wolf Experimental Population Area (MWEPA) in the Gila National Forest in Grant County, N.M.

SANTA FE—Senator Crystal Brantley (R-Elephant Butte) and Lieutenant Governor Howie Morales issued statements today following the passing of longtime educator, coach, and community leader Noel Nunez, 53, of Deming. In addition to the City Of Deming ordering all city flags to fly at half staff November 7-8, a New Mexico state flag was flown in his honor at the State Capitol and will be presented to his family on behalf of the State of New Mexico.

Senator Brantley stated:

"Noel Nunez was the kind of New Mexican every classroom and every community wishes they had. His devotion to his students, his absolute belief in the potential of our kids, and the joy he brought to Deming were unmatched. New Mexico is better because Noel lived here, taught here, and served here. My heart is with his entire family as they navigate this difficult loss."

In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continuing to be cautious of heavy equipment and construction personnel in the area. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect.

White Sands Missile Range Notification

For information regarding closures, you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.

Interstates: 

I-10 Bridge Repairs, Mile Marker 24, Lordsburg

Hasse Construction Co. (Construction) will begin reconstruction of the I-10 bridge at exit 24, winter 2025. Eastbound traffic must utilize exits 20 (Lordsburg West) or 22 (Lordsburg Main Street) for access to business. 

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