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Three new speed cameras are headed to N.M. 528 — the Rio Rancho corridor that has seen two fatal crashes in six weeks and claimed seven lives in 18 months — as state and city officials escalate automated enforcement on the highway.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho adding 3 speed cameras to N.M. 528, a road that has killed 7 in 18 months

by Kevin Hendricks June 8, 2026June 8, 2026

Gregg Hull talks with a voter during the primary election on June 2. (Kevin Hendricks)

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

Rio Rancho’s Hull wins Republican nomination for governor, sets up fall race against Haaland

by Kevin Hendricks June 3, 2026June 3, 2026

A Rio Rancho woman fired a gun at her partner during a domestic argument early April 18, police say — leaving bullet holes in two homes and her children inside.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Man arrested after SWAT standoff near Rio Rancho-Albuquerque border following alleged domestic assault

by Kevin Hendricks June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

Sandoval County voters head to the polls Tuesday for the June 2 primary — and more than 16,300 ballots are already in the books after early and absentee voting closed Saturday, May 30.

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

Election Day is Tuesday — here’s what Sandoval County voters need to know

by Kevin Hendricks June 1, 2026

Deb Haaland, left, and Gregg Hull talk before a forum for gubernatorial candidates on April 28 in Rio Rancho. (Kevin Hendricks)

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

Early voting ends tomorrow — here’s what you need to know before you cast your ballot

by Kevin Hendricks May 29, 2026May 29, 2026

Rio Rancho will host its first-ever Pride festival June 6 at Haynes Park — the result of a grassroots effort that took shape after the Sandoval Signpost reported last May that New Mexico's third-largest city had no Pride events, proclamations or celebrations of any kind. (Kevin Hendricks)

+Arts & Culture, Rio Rancho

Making history: Rio Rancho set to celebrate Sandoval County’s first-ever Pride festival

by Kevin Hendricks May 28, 2026June 4, 2026

Rio Rancho City Hall. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho governing body set to adopt $452 million budget, approve Sadie’s restaurant

by Kevin Hendricks May 27, 2026May 27, 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)

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Motorcyclist dies on NM 528 six weeks after fatal street racing crash

by Kevin Hendricks May 26, 2026May 26, 2026

Frank Rue, a Vietnam-era Marine and New Mexico commandant of the Marine Corps League, and Mayor Wymer present a ceremonial wreath during the Memorial Day service — a traditional tribute symbolizing remembrance and honor for the fallen. (Kevin Hendricks)

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho honors fallen military at Memorial Day ceremony

by Kevin Hendricks May 25, 2026May 25, 2026

Laci Steele founded Steele Got Your Six in December 2024 after years of funding officer support efforts entirely out of pocket — sometimes spending between $8,000 and $16,000 a year. A police chief's wife, former dispatcher and mother to two officers, Steele said the organization's name captures its mission: in law enforcement, "got your six" means someone has your back. (Courtesy photo)

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Beyond the badge: How ‘Steele Got Your Six’ is mobilizing the Rio Rancho community to support police families

by Kevin Hendricks May 20, 2026May 20, 2026