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Police ID Suspect and Officers involved in Hines Rd. Shooting
Upon arrival, officers observed a male and female walking who matched the provided descriptions. Officers gave commands for Leon Quintana (27) to place his hands on his head and walk backward toward them. During the encounter, Mr. Quintana hesitated and shifted his movements while officers continued giving commands. He then produced a firearm and fired a shot toward officers, striking an officer’s patrol car. A second shot was also fired.
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2 Year Old Reunited with Father, Mother Arrested
A complex investigation began, tracking Ms. Salazar across multiple states with cooperation from several law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Marshal’s Service, that concluded last week when Ms. Salazar was arrested on her warrant and the child was returned to New Mexico where he is now with Mr. West.
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Candidates File to Run in the NM June 2nd Primary
These candidates have filed to run in the New Mexico Primary on June 2, 2026. We are only listing candidates in CONTESTED races.
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Navajo Nation agrees (again) to help fund N-36/NM 371 Intersection Improvements
The agreement authorizes NDOT to transfer $2,790,647 to NMDOT to administer procurement and construction of the NM371/N36 Intersection Improvement Project. This long-needed project will include roadway widening and the installation of a traffic signal and lighting system designed to reduce accidents, improve traffic flow, and enhance overall public safety for residents, school buses, emergency responders, and travelers who rely on this heavily used corridor.
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Racing Commission Approves SunRay Move to Clovis
The move will not affect the 2026 racing season in San Juan County. Live racing is scheduled for April 17 – May 24, 2026. San Juan County has previously said that McGee Park and the San Juan County Fairgrounds would not be impacted by any changes at the casino and horse racing track.
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*Update* Arrest Made in Child's Death
The suspect, John Hannon, the child’s father, was arrested on 2/9/26 on unrelated charges. He was served with the following charges while at the San Juan County Adult Detention Center:
Elections
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Candidates File to Run in the NM June 2nd Primary
These candidates have filed to run in the New Mexico Primary on June 2, 2026. We are only listing candidates in CONTESTED races.
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Lanier Announces 2026 run for NM Governor
In 2020, Lanier was elected to the San Juan County Commission, and in 2024, he was elected State Senator for New Mexico's 2nd District.
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2024 Election: San Juan County Contested Races
These are the unofficial election results from voting on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 of the contested races in San Juan County, NM.
National/World News
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No Kings protests draw millions to rally against Donald Trump
One of the flagship No Kings rallies happened in Minnesota, where singer Bruce Springsteen performed to crowds.
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House Republicans reject Senate deal, prolonging partial US government shutdown
Airport security agents have not been paid in more than a month due to a congressional impasse, causing travel chaos across the US.
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Iran war splits older and younger conservatives - as pressure builds for Trump to find exit ramp
More than a thousand miles from Washington, the conflict was a dominant topic of conversation at CPAC.
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Bank of America to pay out $72.5m over Epstein lawsuit
The settlement comes after a lawsuit accused the bank of facilitating Epstein's sex trafficking operation
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Woods bailed after arrest following crash
Tiger Woods, the 15-time golf major champion, is released on bail following his arrest on charges of driving under the influence following a car crash in Florida.
On KSJE Now:
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Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival1:00pm - 2:00pm
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WFMT Orchestra Series2:00pm - 4:00pm
The WFMT Orchestra Series is a year-round series that combines LA Phil, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony, and more.
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Fiesta!4:00pm - 5:00pm
Today's Weather
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Farmington, NMSunny intervals
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