FBI: 30 Year Prison Sentence For Convicted Killer
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Farmington man was sentenced to 30 years in prison for his role in the brutal killing of a man on the Navajo Nation in 2020.
There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court documents, between Feb. 6-Feb.15, 2020, Tyran Begay, 40, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, helped confine and torture John Doe alongside Camille Damon and Ronald Belone by binding and beating the victim, and leaving his body exposed to frigid weather in a remote area near Smith Lake, New Mexico.
Upon his release from prison, Begay will be subject to five years of supervised release.
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ENMU Runnels Gallery Presents Annual ‘K Through ENMU’ Juried Art Exhibition
ENMU Runnels Gallery W K-ENMU Artshow. Courtesy photo
ENMU News:
PORTALES — The Eastern New Mexico University Runnels Gallery proudly presents the 2025 K through ENMU Juried Art Exhibition, from March 31 through April 26 in the Golden Student Success Center (GSSC). This annual spring exhibition celebrates the creativity and achievements of young artists in kindergarten through 12th grade across the region.
This year’s exhibition features over 100 original artworks selected from over 300 submissions, representing students from the region’s public, private, and homeschool Read More
Ryan Ellison’s Appointment To U.S. Attorney For NM Is Win For Justice And Safety
Ryan Ellison, U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico
RPNM News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Republican Party of New Mexico Applauds Appointment of Ryan Ellison as U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico
In a major step forward for law and order in New Mexico, the Republican Party of New Mexico proudly congratulates Ryan Ellison on his appointment as U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi. The swearing-in ceremony, conducted by U.S. District Judge Margaret Strickland, marks the beginning of a new chapter of strong federal leadership in New Mexico’s fight Read More
Weekly Fishing Report: April 22, 2025
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
Winter-like weather made a brief appearance in New Mexico last week. The Jemez Mountains and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains were covered with a beautiful white blanket of snow at higher elevations. Good to see after such a dry winter but just a drop in the bucket of what we need.
Streamflow in the Rio Grande remains low. The streamflow at Cerro near the Colorado border was just 169 cubic-feet-per second.
There will be no big spring runoff from Colorado. Snowpack in the Rio Grande headwaters is just 43-percent of normal.
New Mexico’s Read More
New Mexico’s Graduation Rate Improves For Class Of 2024
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) announced today that 78.04% of students in Cohort 2024—those who began ninth grade in the 2020–2021 school year—graduated within the standard four-year period. This translates to 20,375 students earning diplomas and reflects a 1.34 percentage point increase over the previous year.
The graduation rate of Cohort 2024 is noteworthy because it is both the highest graduation rate and the highest total number of graduating students in the last 15 years. Additionally, one of the largest improvements was among English learners Read More
BLM Seeks Input For November 2025 Sale Of Oil And Gas Leases In New Mexico And Oklahoma
BLM News:
SANTA FE — The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office yesterday opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on plans to include 21 oil and gas leases, totaling 8843 acres. The comment period ends May 21, 2025.
The BLM completed scoping on these parcels in March 2025 and is now seeking public comment on the parcels and the related environmental analysis. The BLM will use input from the public to help complete its review of each parcel.
Leasing is the first step in the process to develop federal oil and gas resources. Before development operations can begin, an Read More
Get Help With Financial Aid Applications At New Mexico Educational Opportunity Center April 30
NNMC News:
ESPAÑOLA — Are you interested in attending trade school or college this year but are not sure where to start? Concerned you can’t afford it? NNMC can help! Drop by Northern New Mexico College from 2 – 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, and work with one of our skilled advisors to see if you qualify for financial aid. We will also help you fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Anyone over the age of 18 may qualify for student loans (which need to be paid back) or grants (which means you can attend school at no/lower cost)!
Join us in the Joseph Montoya Administrative Building Read More
FBI Honors Internship Program Open For Applications
FBI News:
College students who want to start a career of a lifetime can apply for the Summer 2026 FBI Honors Internship Program.
The application window opened April 14, and the deadline to apply is May 2, 2025.
The FBI Honors Internship is open for full-time undergraduate and graduate students. This paid internship gives students the opportunity to work across the country, including New Mexico.
Interns will spend ten weeks alongside FBI Special Agents and professional staff to support investigations, work on a wide variety of projects, and learn about the FBI’s mission. Students from all educational Read More
NM Museum Of Natural History & Science To Undergo Transformative Renovation
Aerial shot of the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science. Courtesy of NMMNHS
NMMNHS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science is embarking on its first major facility renovation in decades, including a redesigned museum entrance and box office, refreshed exhibition spaces, and infrastructure improvements.
“We’re looking forward to significant enhancements at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science. Our goal is to create a more engaging and easily navigable experience for all our visitors that ensures a strong future for the Read More
Historic Legislative Funding Will Help Provide Food And Support To Hunger-Relief Organizations In New Mexico
FOOD DEPOT News:
SANTA FE — The close of the New Mexico legislative session resulted in historic bipartisan support for New Mexico’s hunger-relief network. With the legislature’s approval and the signature by the Governor of House Bill 2, this $30 million investment in food and capacity building over the next three years will help New Mexicans experiencing hunger across the state.
Funds can be used by regional food banks to procure food to provide to hundreds of food distribution partners in New Mexico. In addition, the funding can assist partner locations to upgrade older facilities or obtain Read More
