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High speed collision in Quemado

Family shares heartbreaking update after August dog attack

By Ungelbah Dávila El Defensor Chieftain Staff Reporter

Sheriff warns residents about aggressive phone scam

By Regina Barnett El Defensor Chieftain Staff Reporter

Rep. Vasquez visits Bosque del Apache

Police Blotter

Judge rules Alvarado will remain in custody

Local fire officials urge winter safety

Magdalena Public Library receive grant monies

Suspect in Socorro shooting apprehended at Magdalena residence

Socorro Police Blotter

Socorro Police Blotter

Federal shutdown impacts Bosque del Apache refuge

The Bosque del Apache faces challenges after a historic festival cancellation due to federal furloughs.

Hit and run victim known for her bright spirit

Magdalena to take control of addressing system with state collaboration

Emergency response challenges brought to forefront

Rumpf steps down as mayor

Animal Shelter receives a boost

Chieftain brings home 24 awards from press conference

Perez pleads no contest in shooting

Socorro Police Blotter

Socorro honors veterans

Socorro Electric Co-op say they will pay members back for non-compliance rates

County manager responds to termination

Festival of the Cranes canceled amid shutdown

Film production brings economic boost

Rural addressing discrepancy Magdalena raises emergency response concerns

Magdalena board approves key infrastructure and library funding

Unofficial Election Results November 2025

Food resources for Socorro & Catron County

Senior centers pilot four-day work week

Community wellness center proposed

Socorro Schools hold town hall to discuss student outcomes, cell phones, GO bond

Pumpkin giveaway continues after fire

Local astronomers organize 32nd annual Enchanted Skies Star Party

Socorro Police Blotter

The Great ShakeOut

Discussion continues on how SEC will repay fines to members

Socorro County attempts to get over the humps of road maintenance

Under construction: Village road work underway

School Board Candidate Forum

Socorro balloonist takes flight at Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta

Family seeks help after dog attack

Ortiz appointed as interim superintendent at Magdalena Schools

Municipal court will keep doors open, concerns over future budget remain

Government shutdown prompts local event relocations and cancellations

Socorro Police Blotter

Que Linda! grant brings recycling, clean-up to Socorro

Police Blotter

Downwinder claim forms at city hall

Magdalena superintendent Dr. B resigns

Sharayah crowned as Miss Alamo

Cowboy Clinic plans to expand

Budget cuts threaten the lifeline of public broadcasting

Elevate the spectrum Hero Bags bring comfort to emergency situations

43rd annual Alamo Indian Day celebrates harmony

Charles Blaylock named new fire chief in Magdalena

Civil Air Patrol showcase Socorro Airport

Tyler Bullock sentenced to 24 years on crimes against a child

Should the city continue supporting the municipal court?

Socorro Mental Health moves to new location

Magdalena fly-in brings pilots and community together