FBI: Shiprock Man Pleads Guilty To Federal Firearms Charge For Opening Fire On Occupants Of Fleeing Vehicle
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock man pleaded guilty to a federal firearms offense after pointing a handgun at occupants of a vehicle and opening fire as they attempted to flee.
According to court documents, on Aug. 1, 2025, Bryson Chee, 43, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, arrived at a residence in Shiprock as a passenger in a vehicle with two others. After exiting the vehicle, Chee retrieved a handgun, pointed it at the occupants, and began shooting as they attempted to drive away.
Chee pleaded guilty to using, carrying and brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. Read More
Applicants Sought For Historic Preservation Board
Wildlife Department Seeks Public Comment Regarding Hybrid Striped Bass Stocking At Elephant Butte State Park
New Mexico Wildlife News:
SANTA FE — Members of the public will have an opportunity to provide input next month as the New Mexico Department of Wildlife is proposing to stock hybrid striped bass, also known as wipers, into Elephant Butte Reservoir.
The Department will hold a public meeting from 6-7 p.m., March 5, in the Boat Training Building at Elephant Butte Lake State Park (7 Ridge Road in Elephant Butte). Members of the public are invited to attend the meeting to learn about the proposal and provide comments.
Those unable to attend the meeting in person may also provide comments by email at DGF-Fisheries-Management@dgf.nm.gov Read More
A Free Little Pantry Opens In White Rock
Dragonfly Playhouse Owner Lauren Lippiatt stands by the new free pantry at Rover Boulevard and Meadow Lane in White Rock. The free little library is at right in the background. Courtesy photo
This free pantry at the Dragonfly Playhouse on the corner of Rover and Meadow in White Rock. Courtesy photo
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
C’YA
It only takes one person, okay, maybe two, to make a difference, and then it is our job to share the good news.
Lauren Lippiatt, owner of Dragonfly Playhouse, was having a simple conversation with Kate Hall, an employee of The First Born Program in Los Alamos, Read More
$92M State Fairgrounds Bond Goes To Governor
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Legislature sent Senate Bill 48 to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham late Tuesday after the House of Representatives voted to authorize $92 million in bonds to fund the next phase of redevelopment at the New Mexico State Fairgrounds.
The House approved the legislation, sponsored by Senate President Pro Tempore Mimi Stewart and Rep. Janelle Anyanonu, on a 43-6 vote. The bill commits bond funding for land acquisition, water and sewer improvements, new green space and pedestrian safety upgrades along Central Avenue and San Pedro Drive—among Read More
Los Alamos Historical Society Thanks Enterprise Bank & Trust For Contributions To Oppenheimer House Fundraiser
From left, Los Alamos Historical Society Executive Director Todd Nickols, President Liddie Martinez of the Los Alamos Region for Enterprise Bank & Trust, Los Alamos Historical Society Associate Director Kristin Hollis and Enterprise Bank & Trust Administrative Assistant Donavan Price hold up a check from Enterprise Bank & Trust that will go toward renovating the Oppenheimer House. Courtesy/Historical Society
From the Los Alamos Historical Society:
The Los Alamos Historical Society staff thanks Enterprise Bank & Trust for its commitment to the Los Alamos community Read More
Teach Plus New Mexico Applauds Passage Of Senate Bill 29 To Strengthen Math Education Statewide
TEACH PLUS News:
SANTA FE — Teach Plus New Mexico applauds the State Legislature for passing Senate Bill 29, a decisive step to strengthen math education across the state.
The bill bolsters teacher licensing requirements and updates how educators are trained in math—building on the same evidence-based approach that has already transformed literacy instruction across New Mexico.
“The passage of SB 29 shows what’s possible when legislators, teacher leaders, and partners work together to put students first,” said Teach Plus New Mexico Executive Director Hope Morales. “By strengthening Read More
Daily Postcard: Mountain Bluebirds At Overlook Park
Daily Postcard: Female Mountain Bluebirds perch on a branch as snow falls Friday at Overlook Park. Photo by Richard Skolnik Read More
Legislation To Eliminate Surprise Facility Fees For Routine Medical Care Heads To Governor’s Desk
NMHCA News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate passed a bill today to eliminate facility fees—extra charges separate from doctors’ bills—for routine outpatient services, sending the measure to the governor’s desk for signature.
House Bill 306, sponsored by House Majority Leader Reena Szczepanski, and Sen. Elizabeth “Liz” Stefanics, both Santa Fe Democrats, cleared the Senate on a bipartisan 39-0 vote.
Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, the bill would prohibit hospitals and health systems from charging facility fees directly to patients for preventative outpatient care, outpatient vaccination Read More
Rio De Chama Acequia Association To Host Community Listening Session Saturday At Chamita Community Center
Members of the Rio de Chama Acequia Association (RCAA) spent Thursday afternoon at Hernandez Elementary School teaching second graders about Acequias. Rick Martinez, center, and RCAA Youth Leader Javier Vigil. is our youth leader and is following a model shared by the New Mexico Acequia Association.
RCAA Youth Leader Javier Vigil on Thursday afternoon at Hernandez Elementary School, teaching second graders about Acequias following a model shared by the New Mexico Acequia Association. Courtesy/RCAA
RCAA News:
The Lower Rio Chama Watershed Project, led by the Rio de Chama Acequia Association Read More
SFCC To Close Feb. 28-March 1 For HVAC Upgrade
SFCC News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC), 6401 Richards Ave., will be closed Saturday, Feb. 28 and Sunday, March 1, due to ongoing HVAC upgrade work in the Main Building.
The college is scheduled to reopen and resume normal operations Monday, March 2, assuming work is completed as planned.
The Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road, will remain open and is not affected by this closure.
The weekend closure is necessary to complete critical infrastructure work. During this time, the Main Campus will not be accessible to regular traffic, and no classes, services, or campus Read More
Community Invited To Celebrate Rep. Christine Chandler On Her Successful Medical Malpractice Reform Bill This Sunday 3-4 At The Tub
Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler, D-Los Alamos, Sandoval & Santa Fe, on the House floor during the opening of the 30-Day session Jan. 20 at the Roundhouse in Santa Fe. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
From the Democratic Party of Los Alamos County:
Rep. Christine Chandler, D-Los Alamos, Sandoval and Santa Fe, deserves a celebration! After years of failed attempts, New Mexico finally has medical malpractice reform — and our own Los Alamos legislator led the charge.
HB 99 passed the House 66-3, survived a bruising committee process, and then passed the Senate 40-2. The bill is now Read More
McQuiston: Why Most People’s Headrests Are Set Wrong … And It Matters!
By ALLEN MCQUISTONJemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963
- Whiplash
LAnet To Host Second Virtual Community Broadband Update 6 PM Wednesday Feb. 25
By ALLAN SAENZ
Owner
LAnet – Los Alamos Network
As Los Alamos County’s broadband is scheduled to begin rolling out in April, and following our last broadband meeting and the strong interest from the community, we will be hosting a second virtual broadband update at 6 p.m. next Wednesday.
This session will provide important updates on what to expect as construction begins and answer detailed questions from residents and businesses.
This will be a virtual meeting open to the community. We encourage residents and business owners to attend, stay informed, and ask questions as these projects move Read More
LAPD: Search Warrant Yields Stolen Property, Explosive Devices Linked To Cases In Los Alamos County, Jemez Springs, Jemez Pueblo
LAPD News:
On Feb. 19, 2026, officers with the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) executed a court-authorized search warrant at a residence in Jemez Springs connected to the Feb. 17 arrests of three burglary suspects.
The warrant is part of an ongoing investigation into multiple burglaries across Los Alamos County, including storage unit break-ins.
Working alongside the Sandoval County Sheriff’s Office, U.S. Forest Service, and National Park Service Rangers, officers searched two vehicles, a recreational vehicle, and the residence. Investigators recovered approximately $10,000 Read More
Santa Fe National Forest Announces Seasonal Hiring For Upcoming Recreation Season
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is encouraging local residents to apply.
“Our seasonal employees are the backbone of summer operations—keeping our campgrounds, trails and recreation sites open, safe and welcoming for visitors,” Forest Supervisor Shaun Sanchez said. “These positions offer meaningful work, hands-on experience and the chance to support public lands close to home.
The Santa Fe National Forest is recruiting for a variety of roles, including:
- Series Grade: GS-0462-3
- Position: Forestry
Santa Fe Film Festival Goes Statewide
Santa Fe Film Festival Executive Director Frank O’Mahony
Santa Fe Film Festival News:
SANTA FE – At an event in the State Legislature, the Santa Fe Film Festival announced that its February 2027 season will show movies and produce events at over a dozen independent movie theaters across the state. It means that New Mexicans can see the most innovative, creative and powerful movies from around the world in their own town.
“We are so excited to create this festival anchored in Santa Fe but to be experienced across the state, from Santa Fe to Silver City, Tucumcari to Taos, Albuquerque to Artesia,” Read More
Tall Thin Woman Continues To Wait For Valentine
Tall thin woman continues to wait for someone to be her Valentine today on the corner of Grand Canyon Drive and Beryl Street in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Duplicate Bridge In Los Alamos: Feb. 11, 2026
BRIDGE News:
Alan Wadlinger and Randy Baker were Monday winners in both flights A and B. Jerry Fleming and Cliff Rudy were high in Flight A on Wednesday, while Neill Goltz and Bev Cooper won Flight B.
The following hand illustrates the power of a preemptive bid by opponents who have no chance to win the contract.
Look at the potential difference without the preempt! Challenge!
Board 1 from the February 11 game: North is the dealer and neither side is vulnerable.
North has an opening bid of 1♦. If East passes, which most will probably do, N/S should have no problem getting to 4♠ or perhaps even a space Read More
Rep. Gabe Vasquez Meets With New Mexico Farmers, Ranchers In Albuquerque To Set 2026 Farm Bill Priorities
Courtesy photo
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Feb. 17, 2026, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) convened his Agriculture Advisory Group at the Gutierrez-Hubbell House in the South Valley to hear directly from New Mexico farmers, ranchers, food banks, state officials, and agricultural advocates about their top priorities and challenges as Congress prepares to take up the 2026 Farm Bill next week.
The meeting brought together a broad cross-section of New Mexico’s agricultural community, including representatives from the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District, Agri-Cultura Cooperative Network, Read More