Rio Rancho’s Citizens’ Police Academy pulls back the curtain on police work
Eleven weeks. One night a week. And for many participants, a completely changed perspective on the people who patrol their streets. The Rio Rancho Police Department's... Read more.
Rio Rancho police, fire departments report mixed results in 2025
Rio Rancho's police and fire departments handled tens of thousands of calls in 2025, with new data showing faster fire response times but a notable rise in structure... Read more.
Some Sandoval County families must earn over $43 an hour to meet living costs, data shows
Even as wages inch upward across Sandoval County, many residents still earn far less than what experts say it takes to cover basic needs like rent, food and child... Read more.
Bernalillo Town Council to consider zoning changes, drainage projects
The Bernalillo Town Council will hold its regular meeting Monday at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall, with zoning changes, several drainage improvement contracts and personnel... Read more.
U.S. Eagle celebrates 90 years
U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union, the state's longest-running member-owned financial institution, is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year after nine decades... Read more.
Why is a mayoral candidate suing the City of Rio Rancho?
A federal lawsuit alleging that Rio Rancho has systematically ignored its own legislative rules has become a central pillar for one candidate in the city’s upcoming... Read more.
New Mexico Goatheads unveil mascot, Avalanche affiliation
The New Mexico Goatheads have announced a multi-year NHL affiliation agreement with the Colorado Avalanche, establishing a formal player development pipeline as... Read more.
Placitas residents trying to end unwarranted flood control agency payments
Some residents of Placitas are crying foul over a special district tax assessment they keep paying, though the debt they’re being taxed for has been paid off.... Read more.
High demand sparks growth: Broadmoor Senior Center’s Phase 2 nears completion
Construction on a major expansion of the Broadmoor Senior Center is expected to wrap up by the end of March, adding a new multipurpose room and a sprawling outdoor... Read more.
Legislators deliver wins for Gov, land punches against Trump in action-packed 30-day session
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s final regular legislative session started a little rocky but delivered her many of her biggest priorities and legislators introduced... Read more.