Rio Rancho drivers face increased traffic enforcement and steeper fines as students return to school, with police promising “no warnings, no excuses” for violations. The Rio Rancho Police Department launched […]
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Rio Rancho youth choruses open doors to new singers ahead of 2025 season
Two Rio Rancho community choruses are casting a wide net for new members as they prepare to launch their 2025 season next month. The Rio Rancho Youth Chorus and Children’s […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Town of Bernalillo
Bernalillo police to host National Night Out at Rotary Park a week after deadly shooting
The Bernalillo Police Department will hold its National Night Out event Tuesday at Rotary Park, the same location where a deadly shooting occurred just one week ago. Police Chief Chris […]
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Jury awards Bernalillo family $1.8 million in school bullying, assault case
A Bernalillo High School student’s family received a $1.8 million jury verdict this week after proving school officials failed to prevent a violent assault despite receiving evidence of persistent bullying […]
Posted inEducation, Rio Rancho
RioTECH unveils $50M campus for trades education
Not your typical high school. RioTECH, Rio Rancho Public Schools’ newest campus, opens next week with a focus on career-oriented education. The school hosted a community night Wednesday to show […]
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Back-to-school guide 2025: What Sandoval County families need to know
Sandoval County families preparing for the 2025-26 school year will find significant changes awaiting them, with two major educational facilities opening their doors for the first time and staggered start […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Town of Bernalillo
Suspect still at large in deadly Bernalillo shooting
A suspect remains on the loose in Bernalillo following Monday night’s deadly shooting at Rotary Park, with police releasing a detailed description and urging residents to stay vigilant as the […]
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From controversy to candidacy: Former Belen police chief seeks Sandoval County’s top law enforcement job
A former police chief with a complex law enforcement background announced his candidacy for Sandoval County Sheriff, promising to expand drug enforcement and mental health crisis response for the county’s […]
Posted inLocal Gov., Town of Bernalillo
Bernalillo council approves firefighter incentive pay
Pay for firefighters in the Town of Bernalillo is going up. Town Councilors approved an incentive pay plan July 29 that calls for raises for several classes of employees. Those […]
Posted inMusic, Placitas
Placitas musicians to support community library through benefit concert
Three local singer-songwriters will perform original compositions in August to raise funds for the Placitas Community Library, which relies on community events to supplement its operations. The concert, featuring James […]