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New Mexico's overdose crisis just got a new villain, according to the governor: the federal agency that's supposed to be fighting it.

Courts, Justice & Safety, New Mexico Statewide News

Governor, AG accuse DEA of letting fentanyl flood NM streets, demand investigation

by Kevin Hendricks June 30, 2026

Sandoval County is rolling out a new weapon in its war on mosquitoes this summer — a specialized truck that shoots a bacteria-laced mist 100 feet into the air to kill larvae before they ever become adults.

Environment, Conservation & Climate, Sandoval County

Sandoval County deploys mist truck to zap mosquitoes before they hatch

by Kevin Hendricks June 29, 2026

The Maverik store, which is located at the intersection of NM 528 and Obregon Road NE, was approved by Rio Rancho’s Planning and Zoning Commission during a meeting on June 9. Eleven members of the community were present to speak out against the new business, which will occupy approximately 2.06 acres and includes a 4,499 sq. ft. convenience store and six dual-sided fuel pumps. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho pumps the brakes on Maverik gas station

by Kevin Hendricks June 26, 2026June 26, 2026

The first Brew Lab 101 location is on Southern Blvd in Rio Rancho. (Kevin Hendricks)

Features, Rio Rancho

The science of suds: How an environmental engineer built a brewery empire

by Tristen Critchfield June 25, 2026June 29, 2026

The Maverik store, which is located at the intersection of NM 528 and Obregon Road NE, was approved by Rio Rancho’s Planning and Zoning Commission during a meeting on June 9. Eleven members of the community were present to speak out against the new business, which will occupy approximately 2.06 acres and includes a 4,499 sq. ft. convenience store and six dual-sided fuel pumps. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Showdown at City Hall: Residents prepare for June 25 vote on gas station

by Guest Commentary June 24, 2026

The New Mexico Goatheads answered the question fans have been asking since day one: Zack Stortini will be the first head coach in franchise history, the team announced Saturday at a packed reveal party at The Block in Rio Rancho. (Julian Paras)

Events, Rio Rancho

From NHL ice to New Mexico: Zack Stortini named Goatheads’ first head coach

by Kevin Hendricks June 22, 2026

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is stepping back from her campaign for Lieutenant Governor, citing recent changes to her health.

Elections & Politics, New Mexico State Gov.

Toulouse Oliver steps back from Lt. Governor race, citing health and family

by Kevin Hendricks June 18, 2026June 18, 2026

Rio Rancho City Hall. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho set for major upgrades: $18 Million authorized for roads, safety and community projects

by Kevin Hendricks June 16, 2026

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.

Rio Rancho activates 3 new speed cameras on deadly N.M. 528

by Kevin Hendricks June 15, 2026

Sandoval County Assessor Linda Gallegos speaks during public comment at the June 10 commission meeting, where a resolution was passed that requests Gallegos step down from the position. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Sandoval County

Sandoval County commissioners vote to demand assessor resign, she says she’ll step down on her terms

by Kevin Hendricks June 11, 2026June 11, 2026