January 29, 2026
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Immigrant detention bill advances in New Mexico
A bill to prevent state and local government entities in New Mexico from aiding federal immigrant detention moved closer to becoming law.
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Ruidoso Downs shut down
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Man linked to fatal shooting arrested in Artesia
Aaron Cane Vasquez, 27, was arrested by the Chavez County Metro Narcotics Task Force.
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GOP slams Democrat policies at start of legislative session in Santa Fe
New Mexico House Republicans insisted they, not the Democratic-controlled state government, have solutions for affordability, health care and public safety in the 30-day legislative session.
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Artesia welcomes new nail salon
Looking for a new place to get a pedicure and manicure, Artesia resident Laura Lujan was one of the first customers at the brand-new Lux Nails & Spa II on Tuesday.
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Keithley’s Korner: Roberts says snow doesn’t appear to be Ruidoso’s friend
Ron warned that recent dry conditions and a lack of snowpack also can mean the increase in wildfire danger when the winds typically strengthen around springtime.
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Southeast New Mexico lawmakers tapped for committees as legislative session gets underway
New Mexico Sen. Jim Townsend of Artesia was appointed to the powerful Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.
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Crime, healthcare key in State of State speech
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham delivered her eighth and last State of the State address Tuesday in Santa Fe, opening the 30-day legislative session.
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Man found shot to death at Artesia apartment complex
Ivan Ortiz, 32, was initially found suffering from a gunshot wound and later died.
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Artesia officials question state pollution law
Artesia city officials voiced support for Xcel Energy as the utility provider sought an exemption from a state law aimed at reducing carbon emissions from energy production.
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