U.S. Attorney’s Office Announces Sentencing Of Albuquerque Man For Violent Carjacking And Robbery Spree
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE – An Albuquerque man has been sentenced to 120 months in prison for a series of violent crimes committed in 2021.
There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court documents, Dairon Romero, 28, engaged in a crime spree that included carjacking and multiple robberies. Specifically:
- July 17, 2021, Romero carjacked a vehicle at gunpoint from a pregnant woman exiting a Walmart with her three young children.
- Oct. 10, 2021, Romero entered a 7-Eleven convenience store, pointed a firearm at an employee, and stole approximately $200 in cash and several cartons
Lawmaker Looks To Proceed With Medicaid Forward Plan, Despite Federal Funding Uncertainty
The Roundhouse in Santa Fe. Post file photo
By Margaret O’Hara
The Santa Fe New Mexican
A new motto emerged among staff at BeWell, New Mexico’s health insurance marketplace, after the 2024 election: “Stay calm, enroll on.”
“When the presidential election happened, we really came together as a staff because there was a lot of what-if now, right?” said Alex Sanchez, BeWell’s chief experience officer. “Comments had been made. Things had been said.”
The health care marketplace is one result of the federal Affordable Care Act, which President Donald Read More
FBI Offers Reward For Los Lunas Bandit In Black Hoodie Responsible For A Bank Robbery
Los Lunas black hoodie bandit. Courtesy photo
FBI News:
The FBI and Los Lunas Police Department are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who robbed US Bank at approximately 5 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at 2421 Main St SE, Los Lunas.
Suspect description:
- Race: Hispanic
- Height: approximately 5’10”- 6’0”
- Build: Thin
- Clothing: Blue Jeans, Black Hoodie, Sunglasses, Face mask, black shoes
The suspect entered the bank and passed a demand note to the teller, then verbally demanded more money from a second teller. He was observed leaving northbound from the bank.
The FBI is offering a reward Read More
Two CYFD Reform Bills Unanimously Advance In House
NMDP News:
SANTA FE — Feb. 14, the House Government, Elections and Indian Affairs Committee (HGEIC) voted unanimously to advance two measures to bring greater transparency and independent oversight to New Mexico’s Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD).
House Bill 203 would require CYFD workers to retain and back up all electronic records. Maintaining these records is critical for transparency and oversight, particularly in cases where a child is harmed, so processes can be reviewed and potentially improved going forward.
House Bill 205 would strengthen plans of care for substance-exposed Read More
State Senators Antonio ‘Moe’ Maestas And Leo Jaramillo Drop The ‘Next Generation Act’ In Observance Of Love Day
Sen. Antonio “Moe” Maestas (District 26)
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day! The State Treasurer’s Office is filled with enthusiasm as State Senators Antonio “Moe” Maestas (District 26) and Leo Jaramillo (District 5) introduce the groundbreaking “Next Generation Act” (Senate Bill 397), marking a pivotal step in fulfilling our promise of Baby Bonds for the children of New Mexico.
This bill was crafted after nearly a year of thoughtful collaboration, statewide conversation, national outreach, and hard work among our coalition. SB 397 represents our unwavering Read More
U.S. Attorney’s Office Secures Guilty Plea From Shiprock Woman In Straw Purchase Case
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock woman pleaded guilty to federal charges related to the straw purchase of a firearm that was later used in a violent crime spree and murder.
According to court documents, April 24, 2024, Brittania Navaho, 29, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, purchased a revolver and ammunition from a pawn shop in Gallup, New Mexico, on behalf of Rydell Happy, a convicted felon prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition.
At sentencing, Navaho faces up to 15 years in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez, and Read More
State Police Officer Placed On Leave Amidst FBI’s DWI Enterprise Investigation
NMSP News:
After placing an officer on leave in connection with the DWI Enterprise Investigation, NMSP Chief Troy Weisler has issued the following statement:
“As a result of the ongoing investigation into allegations of DWI-related racketeering, I have placed New Mexico State Police Sergeant Toby Lafave on administrative leave pending both the FBI’s inquiry and our own internal investigation,” Chief Weisler of the New Mexico State Police said.
“Let me be clear—any misconduct or criminal behavior within our ranks will not be tolerated. The New Mexico State Police holds its officers to the Read More
Posts From The Road: Stepping Back In Time In Lowell, Ariz.
Strayhound: An old Greyhound Bus sits near the Bus Stop on Erie Street in Lowell, Ariz. However the bus has been renamed the Strayhound by those who have volunteered their time to save this business district in Lowell. A view up the street gives a glimpse of what the area was like decades ago. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Shell: A Shell gas station sits at the top end of Erie Street in Lowell. This was the first building restored and repainted to look as it did in the 1950s. The old Chevy sits out in front of the garage to add an additional nostalgia to the scene. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com Read More
Weekly Fishing Report: Feb. 16, 2025
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
The snowpack in Northern New Mexico is 39-percent of normal. Last week saw some snow in the mountains and the snowpack increased. Locally the snowpack at the Hopewell measuring station is 55-percent of normal with a snow depth of 24 inches.
The snowpack in Southern Colorado, including the headwaters of the Rio Grande, is also below normal. Northern and Central Colorado received heavy snow last week, but the storm bypassed Southern Colorado. That has been the weather pattern for most of the winter.
Temperatures can still plunge Read More
Legislative Roundup: 34 Days Remaining In Session
The Santa Fe New Mexican:
Menstrual products in prisons advances: A bill requiring correctional facilities to provide free menstrual products to prisoners advanced out of the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee on a party-line vote Saturday morning.
Sponsor Rep. Janelle Anyanonu, D-Albuquerque, said money was included in last year’s budget to pay for menstrual products for inmates and praised Corrections Department Cabinet Secretary Alisha Tafoya Lucero for ensuring they are available. The bill, she said, would make sure menstrual products are available in the future after Read More
