Bregman Announces Bold Transformation Plan For CYFD, Vows To End Decades Of Systemic Failure
Gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman
Sam Bregman Campaign News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman has unveiled a comprehensive policy platform to transform the Children, Youth & Families Department (CYFD). Citing a history of instability, staggering staff turnover, and tragic outcomes for New Mexico’s most vulnerable children, Bregman’s plan moves beyond incremental shifts to propose a complete structural overhaul of the agency.
“CYFD was created in 1992 with good intentions, but we are not living in 1992 anymore,” Bregman said. “Today, the agency is overextended Read More
Hilltopper Track & Field Teams Approach Home Meet With Fine Performances At Harper Memorial Meet
Carlo Baca jumped a season best 38’10-3/4″ in the triple jump. Photo by Blake Wood
Ciara Colgan and Julia Neale in the 100 m hurdles. Photo by Blake Wood
By BLAKE WOOD
Assistant Coach
LAHS Track and Field
The Hilltopper Track & Field teams put together solid performances at the Richard Harper Memorial Meet at Albuquerque Academy on Friday and Saturday, April 24-25, as they approach the Larry Baca Memorial Meet next Saturday at Sullivan Field, and the District and State Championships the two weekends after that.
Harper is a highly competitive meet, with many of the big 5A schools Read More
Wildfire Alert: Sparks Fire Quay County
NMFD News:
Update: The Sparks Fire was discovered at 3:20 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28 near HWY 156 in Quay County. Resources are on scene and attempting direct engagement using a full suppression strategy. The active fire is running, spotting and wind-driven, moving west to east through grass and piñon-juniper fuels. The area is remote and cell service is not readily available. Structures are threatened, and additional resources are arriving to engage. Currently, the fire is estimated at 1,500 acres.
Acres: 1,500 estimated.
Containment: 0% contained.
Start Date / Time: 3.20 p.m., Read More
Art On Display, Plus Live Art Demonstration And Hands-On Workshop At White Rock Branch Library
Sarah Blumenshein Roses. Courtesy photo
COUNTY News:
White Rock Branch Library is hosting the Pastel Society of New Mexico’s art exhibit for libraries from April 28 to May 26, 2026. As a special event during this show, the PSNM’s award-winning artist, Sarah Blumenschein, will be at the branch library from 1–2:30 p.m., Saturday, May 2, 2026, for a live art demonstration and hands-on workshop.
The Pastel Society of New Mexico brings their show to the White Rock Branch Library after a previous successful visit to Los Alamos’ Mesa Public Library in November of 2025. The artists are sharing a second Read More
Los Alamos Women’s Golf Association To Host Season-Opener June 7
LAWGA News:
The Los Alamos Women’s Golf Association (LAWGA) will host the Association’s season-opener at 1 p.m., Sunday, June 7 at the Los Alamos Golf Course.
This event is open to all LAWGA Members.
Format: 9-hole Scramble
Fee: Each player pays her own green and cart fee
Prizes: Provided by the LAWGA
How To Enter: Send an email to Donna Jones at crookjonesd@gmail.com indicating your interest to participate
How To Join The Association: Please contact Donna Jones at crookjonesd@gmail.com for more information Read More
FBI: Authorities Complete Largest Racketeering Prosecution In District History Against Syndicato De Nuevo Mexico
Cash, drugs and firearms seized on September 1, 2022. Courtesy/FBI
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico announced today the conclusion of the federal prosecution of the Syndicato de Nuevo Mexico (SNM) prison gang following the conclusion of recent sentencing hearings. Spanning over a decade, the investigation and subsequent litigation resulted in state and federal charges against 178 members and associates.
Originating in the New Mexico state prison system following the 1980 prison riot, SNM functioned as a violent racketeering Read More
Innovative Research At SHSU Leads To Two New Patents Advancing Agriculture And Forensic Science
SHSU News:
HUNTSVILLE, TX — Sam Houston State University continues to advance its reputation as a leader in applied research with two newly issued patents that merge cutting-edge technology, agricultural innovation and real-world problem solving. These achievements highlight the university’s commitment not only to scientific discovery, but also to developing tools that serve communities, industry partners and public agencies.
The first patent, led by Jorn (Chi-Chung) Yu in the Department of Forensic Science, introduces a groundbreaking method for determining whether a cannabis Read More
LAHS AP English Literature & Composition Students Visit Georgia O’Keeffe Museum To Study Tewa Art
Students from Catherine Puranananda’s AP English Literature and Composition class visited the Georgia O’Keeffe museum in Santa Fe, focusing on the current “Tewa Nangeh/Tewa Country” exhibition. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Students from Los Alamos High School’s AP English Literature and Composition class recently visited the Georgia O’Keeffe museum in Santa Fe where they had the opportunity to analyze contemporary Tewa art.
Following a comprehensive tour of the O’Keeffe galleries, which included a lecture about her life and the development of her artistic style, students focused on Read More
Sen. Luján Introduces Legislation To Boost Compensation For TSA Workers, Guarantee Pay During DHS Shutdown
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) introduced the Workforce Assurance for Transportation and Critical Homeland Personnel Act (WATCH Personnel Act), legislation that would boost compensation for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers and guarantee pay for TSA workers during the current Republican Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown. Congressional Republicans have needlessly kept DHS shutdown for over two months, refusing to pass a bipartisan bill that would fund the core agencies of DHS, while holding Read More
Last Chance To Register For Pinon Panthers Fun Run May 3
Higher Education Secretary Rodriguez Applauds Decision To Keep Tuition Steady At Four-Year Universities
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez issued the following statement regarding tuition and fees at four-year universities in New Mexico:
“New Mexico’s university regents from four-year universities are correct to not raise tuition. I applaud them for holding the line. Given that the State of New Mexico under Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham leadership made a historic investment into our statewide higher education system this past legislative session, with record funding dedicated to support college access and affordability, it is all the more important Read More
Native Plant Adaptations: Helping Them Thrive In Los Alamos With Marisa Thompson May 11
Photo by Marisa Thompson
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) invites the community to a free hybrid presentation, “Native Plant Adaptations: Helping Them Thrive in Los Alamos,” from 6 to 7 p.m., MT Monday, May 11, 2026, at the Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium. Attendees may join in person or virtually.
New Mexico’s hot, dry, and unpredictable climate challenges plants to survive in remarkable ways. To help them thrive in our landscapes, Marisa Thompson will explore how New Mexico’s native plants adapt through structural, physiological, and seasonal changes. Read More
County: Stay Ahead Of The Cone Zone
COUNTY News:
With an increase in construction projects and community events, Los Alamos County reminds residents and commuters to use the County’s online “Cone Zone” resource to stay informed of road construction, projects, and special events that may impact daily travel. Check out the Cone Zone at www.lacnm.com/conezone.
Year-round, construction is weather-permitting, and schedules may change without notice. The Cone Zone page is updated on an as-needed basis to reflect current conditions and changes for active projects. Not all construction or special events are County-managed, Read More
Shlok Is Top Predictor In Weekly Pace Race
Courtesy photo
Courtesy photo
ACRR News:
Paul Shlok was the best predictor in the weekly pace race held on the Canada del Buey Trail in White Rock. He was 1 second off his predicted time. Other accurate predictors were: Kathy Daly with a 9 second difference as well as the first finisher in the 2 mile distance with a time of 36:26; Kevin Holsapple recorded 18 seconds off his predicted and was the best male in the 2 mile race at 40:12; Lance Michel was 35 seconds off his predicted time; and Valerio Pinchetti had a 37 second difference.
In the 1 mile race 11 year old Levi Gartz was the top finisher recording a Read More
Rep. Vasquez Pushes Back On Proposed Changes At HUD That Would Worsen New Mexico Homelessness Crisis
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez
U.S. HOUSE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) sent a letter to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner demanding the agency reverse proposed changes to its longstanding Continuum of Care program, one of one of the largest federal grants that helps people experiencing homelessness find permanent housing and stay off the streets. The Congressman warned that the Administration’s “proposed changes risk pushing nearly 200,000 Americans into homelessness.”
The Administration’s proposed changes shift funding from permanent Read More
Topper Baseball Beats Taos Tigers 11-1 In Home Game
Omar Bojorquez, number 10, celebrates his home run with his teammates. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Ben Dattlebaum connects for a home run in the 2nd inning. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos Toppers hosted the Taos Tigers Monday afternoon in a game played on Bomber Field on North Nesa. The Toppers were in charge of the game and won 11-1 in 5 innings. The Toppers are one win away from winning the district title which will be played Friday in Moriarty.
Boaz Martinez goes beep in center field to make this catch for the 3rd out in the 2nd inning. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Pew: How New Mexico Is Funding No-Cost Childcare
FINANCE News:
In a new analysis, state budget experts from The Pew Charitable Trusts examine how New Mexico managed to become the first state to provide no-cost childcare for all families.
Find the analysis here: https://www.pew.org/en/research-and-analysis/articles/2026/04/28/are-state-trust-funds-an-answer-to-rising-child-care-costs
Instead of raising new revenue for this new program, New Mexico channels oil and gas windfalls into its Early Childhood Education and Care Fund (ECECF), created in 2020 by lawmakers. That has helped to build a dedicated funding stream that Read More
Daily Postcard: Deer Visit Little Forest Playschool
Daily Postcard: Deer congregate Sunday outside of Little Forest Playschool. Photo by Fr. Theophan Read More
Council Approves $350.2 Million Budget For Fiscal Year 2027
From left, Los Alamos County Manager Anne Laurent presents to council Tuesday the long range financial plan for FY 2027 while Chief Financial Officer Melissa Dadzie and Administrative Services Director Helen Perraglio listen. Council approved 6-1 with Councilor David Reagor opposed the $350,220,288 budget for FY 2027. Reagor explained he opposed the Department of Public Utilities’ budget and felt the capital improvement projects budgeted in FY 2027 warranted more discussion. Regarding the items that were placed in the ‘parking lot’ to be reviewed further, council Read More
Council Tentatively OKs FY2027 Interdepartmental Budget
Los Alamos County Council Chair Randall Ryti listens to the presentation on the FY 2027 interdepartmental budget this evening in Council Chambers. Council voted unanimously to tentatively approve the $8.1 million budget. Screenshot/LADP Read More