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TechSource Chairman Safe Following Plane Incident

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Scene of the crashed plane TechSource Chairman Brian D’Andrea of Los Alamos was piloting this morning, Courtesy/NMSP

Staff Report

Earlier today, TechSource Chairman Brian D’Andrea of Los Alamos and a passenger walked away unharmed after the aircraft D’Andrea was piloting crashed near Ojo Santa Fe Resort.

Emergency systems on board the plane operated flawlessly, a spokesperson said. ensuring the safety of both individuals during the incident. As a precaution, D’Andrea and his passenger have undergone routine medical evaluations and have been released.

The incident highlights the effectiveness Read More

Los Alamos Police Chief Releases Q1 2026 Crime Statistics

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By DINO SGAMBELLONE
Chief of Police
Los Alamos County

Today, Chief Dino Sgambellone released crime statistics for the first quarter of 2026, which were compiled by the Records Section of the Los Alamos Police Department.

It’s encouraging to see that the downward trend from 2025 is carrying into 2026, with a solid 10  percent year-over-year decrease in overall crime.

While Crimes Against Persons and Property Crimes are both trending down, the jump in Crimes Against Society (from 1 to 5) serves as a reminder to stay vigilant. 

Since theft, fraud, and simple assault make up 75 percent of all reports, Read More

Los Alamos County Odyssey Of The Mind Wins Big At State And Heads To 2026 World Finals Competition May 27-30

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The Los Alamos County Odyssey of the Mind Los Alamos Middle School team shows off its first place trophy at the Colorado State Competition. Team members from left, Coach Vickie Daley, Jocelyne Dolejsi, Audrey Thornton, Cate Dallmann, Keiland Kolar, Coach Matt Allen, Maverick Hoffer and Kai Bain-ZInk. Courtesy photo

The Los Alamos County Odyssey of the Mind Aspen Elementary School team shows off its second place trophy at the Colorado State Competition. Team members, front row from left, Ally Mackey and Cora Brown. Back row, from left, Kenzie Bain, Idris Ortega, Lydia Condrey, Tehya Thornton, Read More

Topper Varsity Baseball Powers Past Moriarty Pintos 19-4

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Hilltopper Hayden Watkins steals 2nd base sliding in just under the tag in Wednesday’s game against the Moriarty Pintos at Bomber Field in White Rock. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Jackson Scharff throws a strike in the first inning. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos High School varsity baseball team put on an offensive showcase Wednesday afternoon at Bomber Field, powering past the Moriarty Pintos in dominant fashion.

After a slight delay to start the game, the Toppers wasted no time finding their rhythm, erupting for seven runs in the bottom of the Read More

PEEC Hosts Two Hands‐On Girl Scout Programs In May: Bug Bonanza! And Garden Explorers

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PEEC News:

The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is excited to offer two hands‐on Girl Scout programs this May, designed to connect scouts with the natural world through exploration, creativity, and outdoor learning.

Brownie Girl Scouts are invited to earn their Bug Badge on Saturday, May 2, and Junior Girl Scouts can earn their Gardener Badge on Saturday, May 9.

Brownie Girl Scouts: Bug Bonanza! Saturday, May 2

PEEC will welcome Brownie Girl Scouts for Bug Bonanza! from 1–2:30 p.m., Saturday, May 2 at the Los Alamos Nature Center. This interactive program invites scouts to explore Read More

Topper Softball Wins Against Moriarty Pintos 14-4

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Ezri Roybal slides in safely under the tag of Danika Davenport in the 4th inning of the conference game hosted by the Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers softball team against the Moriarty Pintos, played Wednesday at Hope Field in White Rock. The Toppers led the entire game and had a big 5th inning to run the score up to 14-4 for the win, which makes their record 4-0 for district play and 10-5 overall. The Toppers’ next game is today, April 17, in Taos. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Topper Catcher Aaliyah Chavez makes the catch for the 1st out in the 4th inning. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More

Traffic Alert: NM 4 Closed In Both Ways Due To Rollover

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LAPD Traffic Alert:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) reports that a stretch of N.M. 4 is closed in both directions due to a rollover accident on N.M. 4 at mile marker 49 – approximately one mile west of Bandelier National Monument.

Injuries in this accident are unknown, but Los Alamos Fire Department personnel are at the scene using the jaws of life to remove the driver.

Motorists should avoid the area and seek alternative routes. Read More

SFCC Announces 2026 Santa Fe Creative Coding Initiative Student Showcase April 30

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Participants at 2025 Santa Fe Creative Coding Initiative Student Showcase. Courtesy/SFCC

Audience members watch the 2025 Santa Fe Creative Coding Initiative Student Showcase. Courtesy/SFCC

SFCC News:

SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College announces the Santa Fe Creative Coding Initiative (SFCCI) will present its third SFCCI Student Showcase, 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 30, at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road. The event is free and open to the public.

SFCCI is a community partnership, providing challenge-based learning opportunities in digital creativity and coding Read More