Public Safety

SFNF & USDA Call Laguna Wildfire 100 Percent Contained

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SFNF News:

SANTA FE — A recent fixed wing flight with an infrared (IR) camera detected no heat within the Laguna Wildfire perimeter.

USDA Forest Service Fire Managers from the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) have called the Laguna Wildfire 100 percent contained.

This announcement means the wildfire poses no risk of spreading.

There are no closures, but the public is urged to exercise caution when traveling within this burned area.

Hazards exist, including:

  • Dead standing trees; and
  • Potential for flash flooding even in areas not directly affected by the wildfire.

Lightning ignited the Laguna Read More

FBI: Sanostee Man Sentenced For Violent Assault

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A Sanostee man was sentenced to 72 months in prison for a violent assault that left a woman seriously injured.

There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court documents, between Dec. 2 and Dec. 3, 2023, Nathan Mescale, 36, assaulted Jane Doe and the assault resulted in serious bodily injury.

Upon his release from prison, Mescale will be subject to three years of supervised release.

Acting U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and Justin A. Garris, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Albuquerque Field Office, made the announcement today. Read More

LAMC: Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Annual Physical … Screenings That Save Lives

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From Los Alamos Medical Center:

Many people put off their annual physical, if they feel fine, there’s no urgent need to visit the doctor. But skipping your yearly check-up can mean missing the early signs of serious conditions that are often treatable if caught early.

At Los Alamos Medical Center, we believe prevention is just as important as treatment. Your annual physical is a chance to check in on your overall health, catch issues early, and build a relationship with a provider who knows your unique health history.

What Happens During an Annual Physical?

A typical physical exam includes much Read More

DEA Targets CJNG Operations, Seizing A Million Counterfeit Pills And 77,000 Kilograms Of Their Drugs In Five Days

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DEA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Monday, the Drug Enforcement Administration announced the results of a week-long operational surge aimed at dismantling the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of the most violent and prolific drug trafficking organizations in the world.

Designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in February by the Trump Administration, CJNG is a significant threat to public safety, public health, and national security. CJNG is responsible for flooding the United States with deadly fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin to fuel addiction, overdoses, Read More

FBI: Two Zuni Men Sentenced For Armed Assault

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Two Zuni men were sentenced to 33 months in prison each for a violent armed assault involving four victims.

There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court documents, April 8, 2023, Kamron Kallestewa, 25, and Kaden Panteah, 20, both enrolled members of the Zuni Pueblo, assaulted four individuals at a residence on the Pueblo using firearms. Kallestewa hit two victims in the head and face with his weapon and pointed it at two of the victims. Panteah, meanwhile, aimed and fired his weapon toward the victims.

Upon their release from prison, Kallestewa will Read More

FBI: Pinedale Man Sentenced For Violent Knife Attack

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A Pinedale man was sentenced to 37 months in prison for slashing a man’s throat during a confrontation. There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court documents, Feb. 17, 2025, Laberto Curley, 25, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, used a knife to slash John Doe’s throat during a physical altercation, resulting in serious bodily injury.

Fortunately, others nearby were able to intervene, disarming Curley and tending to John Doe’s injuries while Curley fled the scene.

Upon his release from prison, Curley will be subject to three years of supervised Read More

FBI: Shiprock Man Pleads Guilty To Leading Massive Illegal Marijuana Operation

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Dineh Benally pleaded guilty in federal court to leading a vast illegal marijuana cultivation and distribution ring that spanned several years, exploited workers, and polluted the San Juan River on tribal lands.

Benally pleaded guilty to 15 counts, including:

 

  • Two drug trafficking conspiracy charges for orchestrating the illegal operations.
  • Four charges of manufacturing and possessing with intent to distribute over 1,000 kilograms of marijuana and more than 1,000 marijuana plants.
  • Two charges of maintaining a drug-involved premises.
  • Two charges of illegally
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Scenes From LAMCs 2025 Free Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic

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Cars line up Saturday morning for the annual free Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic for ages 9+ provided for the community by Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC). Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

The Flu Shot Crew prepares for the high volume of traffic waiting for flu shots provided free to the community by LAMC at its annual Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic in the parking lot behind the medical center. Photo by John McHaleladailypost.com

Emergency Department Nurse Myrna Small administers flu shots at the annual Free Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic Saturday morning at LAMC. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More

Disaster Unemployment Assistance Deadline Extended For Lincoln And Doña Ana County Residents

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NMDWS News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Lincoln and Doña Ana county residents affected by the June 23, 2025, storms, flooding and landslides may now apply for federal disaster unemployment assistance after the application deadline was extended to Oct. 15, 2025.

Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is available to individuals whose employment or self-employment was lost or interrupted as a direct result of the declared disaster in Lincoln and Doña Ana counties.

Individuals who lost work or employment due to the designated disaster must file DUA applications by established deadlines.

DUA is available Read More

State Police Checkpoints And Saturation Patrols In Counties Across New Mexico In October 2025

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State Police will conduct sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during October 2025. Courtesy/NMSP

NMSP News:

New Mexico State Police (NMSP) will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance, and driver’s license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during October 2025.

We are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.

These checkpoints Read More