Current Mortgage Rate Landscape The average long-term mortgage rate in the United States has seen a slight decline, settling at 6.21% for the week ending December 18, 2025. This represents a minor drop from 6.22% the previous week and is considerably lower than the 6.72% rate recorded a year ago, according to data from Freddie…
Richardson Cleared to Practice After Injury In a significant development for the Indianapolis Colts, quarterback Anthony Richardson has been cleared to practice following an injury that sidelined him since mid-October. Richardson, who fractured an orbital bone near his right eye during a warmup mishap, has been designated to return from injured reserve. However, head coach…
Challenges in Securing Public Funding The Chicago Bears are contemplating a move to Northwest Indiana as efforts to secure public funding for a new stadium in Arlington Heights, Illinois, have stalled. Team president Kevin Warren indicated that the search for a new home has expanded beyond Illinois due to ongoing difficulties in negotiations with state…
Tragic Incident on U.S. Highway 70 A search is actively ongoing after a tragic hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of 24-year-old Rogelio Velasquez from Bovina, Texas. The fatal crash occurred on December 16, 2025, at approximately 6 a.m. at the intersection of Curry Road 4 and U.S. Highway 70, located south of Clovis, New…
Strengthening Water Resources Amidst Growing Scarcity In a significant move to combat water scarcity, New Mexico has announced the allocation of $25.9 million in grants to seven diverse projects aimed at harnessing brackish water. This initiative is part of the state’s Strategic Water Supply Program, established to reduce dependence on freshwater sources and promote sustainable…
High Wind Alerts in Northern and Central Regions Residents and travelers in northern and central New Mexico should prepare for hazardous travel conditions as strong wind gusts are expected to impact the area. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for gusts reaching between 45 to 65 mph, particularly affecting regions near and east of…
Leadership Transition Following a Legacy Rio Rancho Public Schools (RRPS) has announced Dr. Robert W. Dodd as the new superintendent, set to begin in the Spring of 2026. This appointment comes as the district prepares for the retirement of Dr. V. Sue Cleveland, who has dedicated over three decades to shaping the district since its…
Significant Changes Ahead for Albuquerque Police Department Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina has officially announced his retirement, set to take effect on December 31, 2025. Mayor Tim Keller has acknowledged this transition as a critical juncture for the city, emphasizing the need for a new leader who can continue the momentum of crime reduction initiatives…
Significant Developments in DWI Deception Case In a striking turn of events, retired Albuquerque Police Department (APD) officer Timothy McCarson has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to a widespread DWI deception scheme involving law enforcement officials across New Mexico. The plea, made on December 15, 2025, exposes a troubling chapter in the state’s efforts…
Incident Details In a bizarre turn of events on December 18, 2025, an Albuquerque resident, Marcos Colmenero, was apprehended for attempting to burglarize a fire engine parked outside the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNM Hospital). Surveillance footage revealed Colmenero trying to open vehicle doors shortly after being released from jail. His actions raised immediate…