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Three new speed cameras are headed to N.M. 528 — the Rio Rancho corridor that has seen two fatal crashes in six weeks and claimed seven lives in 18 months — as state and city officials escalate automated enforcement on the highway.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho’s speed cameras are racking up tickets — and maybe too much cash

by Kevin Hendricks 3 days agoAugust 25, 2026

A vacant lot near Rio Rancho's City Center is one step closer to becoming La Esperanza Preschool, a 200-child facility, after the Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved its site plan on July 28.

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho child care access grows with two new facility approvals

by Kevin Hendricks 4 days ago

Rio Rancho voters turned out in record numbers Tuesday for the city's mayoral runoff, with nearly 20% of eligible voters casting ballots — the highest turnout ever recorded for a runoff election in the city's history.

Elections & Politics, Rio Rancho

City clerk calls for election overhaul after costs blow past budget

by Kevin Hendricks 1 week ago

Rio Rancho gets a taste of Ireland and Scotland this month when the Celtic Coyotes headline a benefit concert for Storehouse West, the city's food donation center that feeds more than 1,500 people every month.

Events, Rio Rancho

Highland sounds & good causes: Celtic Coyotes headline UUWC’s 30th anniversary

by Kevin Hendricks 1 week ago

THE BLOCK, a Rio Rancho food hall, is celebrating its one-year anniversary this weekend. (Kevin Hendricks)

Events, Rio Rancho

Route 66, Roger Rabbit and a Utah comedian walk into a Rio Rancho weekend

by Kevin Hendricks 1 week ago

Rio Rancho City Hall. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Narrow escape: Rio Rancho council upholds variance for 50-foot lots On Northern Blvd.

by Kevin Hendricks 1 week ago

Councilor Jeremy Lenentine announced Aug. 19 he's resigning for family considerations, with his last day in office set for Nov. 12 — handing Mayor Paul Wymer the job of finding a replacement under the same fast-track process that seated Councilor David Mann this summer.

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Vacancy ahead: Councilor Lenentine’s resignation triggers appointment search in District 2

by Kevin Hendricks 1 week agoAugust 19, 2026

Sandoval County seniors won't have to hunt down help on their own this week — lawmakers are bringing the help to them. Five state legislators are hosting a Senior Service Fair Thursday, Aug. 20, aimed at connecting seniors and caregivers with services in one stop.

Healthcare, Sandoval County

Senior Service Fair rolls into Bernalillo this week

by Kevin Hendricks 1 week ago

Castelion announced on Jan. 22 that it selected Sandoval County, New Mexico, as the site for Project Ranger, a 1000-acre solid rocket motor manufacturing campus dedicated to next-generation hypersonic systems. Pictured are dignitaries including Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, center, moving dirt during the groundbreaking ceremony. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales for New Mexico News

Local Government, Sandoval County

Sandoval County locks in cheaper bonds for landfill gear, Project Ranger land

by Kevin Hendricks 1 week ago

Democrat Elise Falanga Taylor is ending her campaign for New Mexico House District 23, saying she won't let what she calls "vile tactics" from Republicans overshadow the issues at stake. (Courtesy photo)

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

Rio Rancho Democrat drops out of HD23 race, cites ‘vile tactics’ from GOP

by Kevin Hendricks 2 weeks agoAugust 17, 2026