Man arrested after leading law enforcement on 85-mile chase
A convicted murderer out of prison on parole was arrested late Wednesday morning on numerous charges after kidnapping a woman and leading law enforcement on an 85-mile chase.
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APS announces intentions to join lawsuit regarding local school board authority
At its special August 23rd meeting, the Artesia Public Schools Board of Education voted 5-0 to join the current lawsuit initiated by the Gallup Schools, Gallup-McKinley County Schools.
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AGH: COVID prevention practices ‘critical’ for mitigating risk, regaining normalcy
Dr. Marshall Baca says COVID infection rates have spiked across Southeast New Mexico and West Texas, and Artesia General Hospital has been hit hard by the wave.
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AGH urges residents to ease strain on healthcare facilities by vaccinating against COVID-19
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Suspect arrested in connection with robbery at local bank
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Local News
Eddy County logs 163 new cases over weekend
Eddy County recorded 163 new cases of COVID-19 over the weekend and continues to be second only to Bernalillo County in terms of case counts.
Crime
Roswell boy and mother believed to be kidnapped in Amber Alert found safe
The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) have issued an Amber Alert following the kidnapping of a young Roswell boy and his mother.
Sports
Runnin' 'Dogs ready to vie for 4A state title
Success has led the Bulldogs one step away from the ultimate goal. On Saturday, they'll compete for the 4A state title at The Pit in Albuquerque, making their first appearance in the championship since 2009.
National
Search resumes for man whose girlfriend disappeared on trip
Updated: 4:23 pmMOOSE, Wyo. (AP) — Authorities say a body discovered Sunday in Wyoming is believed to be Gabrielle “Gabby” Petito.
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US may fly Haitian migrants home from Texas starting Sunday
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Business
France's Macron to talk to Biden amid crisis over submarines
Updated: 11:51 amPARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron will speak in the coming days with President Joe Biden in their first contact since a major diplomatic crisis erupted between France and the United States over a submarine deal with Australia, an official said Sunday.