Public Safety

New Mexico State Police Responds To Federal Comments About English Language Proficiency And CDL’s

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Chief Troy Weisler

NMSP News:

SANTA FE—New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Chief Troy Weisler today said federal officials have mischaracterized New Mexico’s Commercial Driver’s License policy and compliance with federal law related to English Language Proficiency (ELP) testing.

The chief’s comments are in response to questions surrounding a July 3, 2025, traffic stop in which an NMSP officer cited commercial truck driver Harjinder Singh for a speeding violation. Singh was later involved in a high-profile crash in Florida that left three dead.

On June 25, 2025, new federal guidelines regarding Read More

FBI: Vanderwagen Man Gets 37 Months Behind Bars For Violent Knife Attack Leaving Victim With Serious Injuries

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE – A Newcomb man was sentenced to 37 months in prison for assaulting another man with a knife, leaving the victim with serious bodily injuries.

There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court documents, on Nov. 12, 2024, Josiah Bodie, 23, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, used a knife to assault a man outside Basha’s grocery store in Shiprock, New Mexico, following an argument.

Surveillance video showed Bodie approaching the victim with a knife as the victim attempted to walk away. Witnesses reported that Bodie threw the victim against a wall before stabbing Read More

ABC Community Suicide Prevention Course To Debut In Los Alamos Beginning Friday, Sept. 12 At Mesa Public Library

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SFCC News:

In response to New Mexico’s persistently high suicide rate, among the top five in the nation, Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) has developed a new suicide prevention course: ABC – Ask, Be Present, Connect.

The program debuts this August in Los Alamos and is free and open to the public.

“The ABC program goes beyond crisis intervention,” said curriculum creator, Marvel Harrison, PhD. “It includes upstream prevention by building a culture where it’s safe to ask someone if they’re thinking about suicide. Talking about suicide saves lives.”

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NMED Warns Public Of Algae Bloom In Eagle Nest Lake

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NMED News:

COLFAX COUNTY — Visitors to Eagle Nest Lake near Angel Fire are being urged to use caution as a potentially harmful algae bloom forms. 

Samples collected by the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) show harmful algae are present. NMED and the Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department are urging visitors to the lake to take the following precautions: 

  • As always, do not drink untreated surface water. 
  • Avoid swimming in algae blooms and keep pets out of the water. 
  • Supervise children and pets, as they are more likely to ingest water. 
  • If you suspect an algae-related illness,
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Tips To Prevent Human-Caused Wildfires Over Labor Day

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SFNF News:

SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) District Offices and the Supervisor’s Office in Santa Fe will be closed for the federal holiday Monday, Sept. 1, and will resume regular business hours Tuesday, Sept. 2.

As the nation gears up for the Labor Day holiday weekend, the Santa Fe National Forest encourages everyone to help prevent human-caused fires with a few helpful tips while visiting public lands.

Nationally, 9 out of 10 wildfires are caused by humans, including half of all wildfires on national forests.

Keep these tips in mind to help prevent human-caused wildfires:

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New Mexico State Police Uses License Plate Readers To Locate Missing Juvenile And Arrest Her Abductor

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NMSP News:

LUNA COUNTY — On Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, New Mexico State Police (NMSP) officers located a kidnapped teenager and arrested her suspected abductor.

At about 7:46 p.m., license plate readers (LPRs) alerted officers to a Volkswagen sedan traveling westbound on Interstate 10. The LPR hit indicated the vehicle was connected to the disappearance of a 15-year-old girl from Texas.

Officers located the Volkswagen near milepost 88 on I-10. When they activated their emergency lights and sirens, the driver crossed the center median and eastbound lanes before crashing into a water-filled Read More

Scenes From 2025 ‘Guns Vs. Hoses’ For Special Olympics

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Scene from the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) and Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) charitable softball game dubbed ‘Guns vs. Hoses’ played Friday at Overlook Park in White Rock. Following a fun and exciting match, the hoses doused the guns 38-7. The teams played to raise money for the Special Olympics. It has been a long-standing tradition for LAPD and LAFD to come together to support local Special Olympics athletes. Police and Fire members paid $25 per person to put on this game for the public; the game was free to watch, with any donations going to support Special Olympics. For more information Read More

New Mexico Public Health Offices To Close For Labor Day

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NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — State public health and administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of Labor Day. 

All New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) offices will reopen as scheduled Tuesday, Sept. 2. 

The NMDOH Helpline, 1-833-SWNURSE (1.833.796.8773), will be available during regular business hours through the holiday weekend:

  • 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday; and
  • 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday.

The Helpline is staffed by nurses available to speak in English and Spanish for health questions, health care connections and provider support.

The Helpline can also help Read More

Storm Halts Hilltoppers Football Season Opener In Española

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Sports News:

A torrential rain and lightning storm struck Española this evening, about 5 minutes before the scheduled kickoff time of Los Alamos High School Hilltopper’s season opening football game.

Heavy rains and, more importantly, steady lightning strikes within a couple of miles from the field on the campus of Española Valley High School led to the postponement, which was officially announced at 8:15 p.m.

The Hilltoppers and the Sundevils will now play the opening game at 11 a.m. Saturday in the valley. Read More

Safe Medication Disposal Helps Protect Your Family

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DEA News:

Did you know that keeping unused medications at home can increase the risk of misuse, theft, or accidental poisoning?

More than 100,000 Americans lose their lives each year to drug poisoning or overdose. Dropping off your unneeded medications helps prevent drug misuse and addiction.

Here is why safe disposal matters:

  • Unused medications left in medicine cabinets are vulnerable to misuse and theft
  • Proper disposal helps reduce accidental poisonings in homes and communities
  • This simple action can help save lives and protect those you care about

Make safe disposal part of your routine Read More