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Kevin Hendricks, Editor and Co-Founder of The 528.

This is personal: Why The 528 matters to me (and you)

by Kevin Hendricks April 7, 2026April 8, 2026

A two-vehicle crash at NM Highway 528 and Corrales Road Saturday morning killed one person and left two others hospitalized, according to the Rio Rancho Police Department. (Photo courtesy of Curt Young.)

One dead, two injured in weekend crash on NM 528

by Kevin Hendricks April 7, 2026April 7, 2026

A woman who abused and neglected a disabled New Mexico resident to death will spend at least 20 years in prison after a plea agreement was accepted by a district court judge Monday, according to the New Mexico Department of Justice.

Caretaker gets 20 years minimum in abuse death of disabled Rio Rancho woman

by Kevin Hendricks April 7, 2026April 7, 2026

The Hub @ Enchanted Hills is one of five places Rio Rancho residents can vote in the runoff. (Kevin Hendricks)

Elections & Politics, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho runoff early voting pace outstrips March election

by Kevin Hendricks April 6, 2026

Alexandria Piland, left, and Paul Wymer will face off in the runoff election to be Rio Rancho's next mayor.

Elections & Politics, Rio Rancho

The 528 sits down with Rio Rancho’s next mayor — before you vote

by Kevin Hendricks April 2, 2026

The marquee event of the week takes place Thursday as the Harlem Globetrotters bring their "100 Years of Thrills" celebration to the Rio Rancho Events Center.

Events, Rio Rancho

High-flying thrills and stand-up laughs: Your Rio Rancho weekend preview

by Kevin Hendricks April 2, 2026April 2, 2026

Rio Rancho walks away from the 2026 New Mexico Legislature with nearly $4.8 million in state capital outlay funding, covering upgrades to parks, police equipment and city roads — and in several cases, more money than the city asked for. (Kevin Hendricks)

Rio Rancho wins millions in state funding for parks, police and roads

by Kevin Hendricks April 1, 2026April 1, 2026

Alexandria Piland out-raised Paul Wymer in the first campaign finance reporting period of the Rio Rancho mayoral runoff — and holds nearly double his cash on hand — as both candidates make their final financial push before the April 14 election.

Elections & Politics, Rio Rancho

Mayoral campaign cash race: Piland out-raises Wymer in first runoff report, but trails in total funds raised

by Kevin Hendricks April 1, 2026

Rio Rancho residents must follow outdoor watering restrictions starting April 1, through Oct. 31, under the city's annual water conservation program.

Environment, Conservation & Climate, Rio Rancho

No fooling: Rio Rancho outdoor watering restrictions take effect April 1

by Kevin Hendricks March 31, 2026

Rio Rancho Fire and Rescue will receive $26,112.50 in state equipment funding to outfit 11 new firefighter positions, part of a $1.6 million grant program the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration announced.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho firefighters get $26K state grant for new gear

by Kevin Hendricks March 31, 2026March 31, 2026