High voter turnout in Bernalillo County sparks long lines and delays at polling places
Bernalillo County experienced significantly higher voter turnout than previous midterms, leading to delays in race results and long lines at polling places.
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Cornell rape investigation will be led by former prosecutor in Sean 'Diddy' Combs case
A reopened criminal investigation into gang rape allegations at Cornell University will be led by a former federal prosecutor who oversaw the sex crimes case against Sean “Diddy” Combs.
Ex-Prince Andrew called to testify in civil case, 1st royal in 156 years to get witness summons
The former Prince Andrew has been called to testify as a witness in a civil fraud trial, marking what is believed to be the first time in more than 150 years that a member of the royal family has received a witness summons, British media reported on Wednesday.
House Speaker Mike Johnson won't seek reelection as Republican leader: AP source
House Speaker Mike Johnson will not seek election as House Republican leader following the Democrats' wins in Congress, sources tell the Associated Press.
Dow jumps by 1,000 points as Democrats take control of Congress
Most of the U.S. stock market is rallying as Wall Street tries to sort the winners from the losers following stunning losses for Trump’s party in the midterm elections.
A 3,200-pound NASA observatory is careening back toward Earth. Here’s what to know
NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is expected to meet a fiery end as it careens back toward Earth. Here's what to know.
Hawk rescued after being found grounded in a driveway. The 'mystery diagnosis' now solved
A hawk found grounded in a Virginia driveway was evaluated by wildlife experts, who said they've recently solved the mystery behind why it was unwilling to fly.
CVS to split into two companies in major breakup of its $117 billion healthcare empire
CVS Health announced Wednesday it is splitting into two companies, marking one of the largest shakeups in the healthcare industry.
Debris from Florida jet crash falls through woman's roof and into her kitchen
Exclusive pictures show suspected aircraft wreckage inside a West Palm Beach woman's kitchen as investigators confirm critical pieces of the jet broke off before the crash that killed nine people
Sister June Carpenter, one of the few remaining Shakers, dies in Maine. She was 88
Sister June Carpenter, one of the last members of the only remaining community of the Shaker religious movement, has died.
Collins Dictionary has chosen its 2026 word of the year: How it 'outshines' the others
Collins Dictionary has named "mogging” — a slang word meaning to outshine someone or something — as its word of the year.
'A little bit homeless': Nicolas Cage says a sinkhole swallowed his Malibu home
The Academy Award winner opened up about his current living situation while on a Los Angeles Comic Con panel over Halloween weekend.
How Trump and Republicans lost the 2026 midterm elections, according to The AP Voter Poll
President Trump's failure to deliver on key promises and his endorsement of flawed candidates weakened Republican support, according to findings from The AP Voter Poll.
Iranian officials say midterm results show US voters have rejected Trump's war
Iranian officials on Wednesday celebrated U.S. voters’ rebuke of the Republican Party and President Donald Trump in the midterm elections, as the region waited to see how the results could affect the Iran war.
Watching for a little rain and high-terrain snow along the New Mexico and Colorado state line
Temperatures trend a little milder this afternoon as southwest and westerly breezes kick up
Janeese Lewis George is Washington's next mayor. Now come the challenges, starting with Trump
It’s official — Janeese Lewis George will be the new mayor of Washington, D.C. She practically ran unopposed in Tuesday’s general election after winning the Democratic primary earlier this year.
Democrats gain control of the House and Senate — What happens now?
Democrats gained control of both the House and Senate in a historic midterm election, marking a significant shift in power for the Trump administration.
US cruise ship that suspended global voyage over fuel costs no passengers
A U.S. cruise ship that forced all its passengers to disembark in Cambodia after suspending its operations last week has departed the Southeast Asian nation with only crew aboard, Cambodian officials said Wednesday.
Midterms launch wave of historic firsts for some states — and for the nation
Most of these firsts are Democrats, but the GOP has also broken some new ground.
Israel’s president accepts certified election results, will start consultations for new government
Israeli President Isaac Herzog accepted on Wednesday the certified results from last week’s vote, and said he would begin consultations with party representatives regarding the formation of a new government.
Nevada Democrat Aaron Ford defeats Republican Joe Lombardo to become state’s first Black governor
Nevada’s Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford has won the race for governor, ousting Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo and becoming the state’s first Black governor.
Paul Pelosi prohibited from driving after pleading no contest to hit-and-run charge
Paul Pelosi, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was prohibited from driving for six months and ordered to complete a work program after pleading no contest Tuesday to a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge.
Officials: 2 missing Colorado college students died after 'catastrophic failure' during hike
Officials said two college students who were found dead following a hike in Colorado died after a "catastrophic failure" of their equipment.
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate race, will become first Muslim senator
Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Republican Mike Rogers in a bitter campaign for Michigan’s open Senate seat, giving the Democratic Party’s left wing a breakthrough victory in one of the nation’s most important swing states.
Hakeem Jeffries poised to make history as the first Black speaker of the House
Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is on the cusp of making history as the nation’s first Black speaker of the House, a generational shift in U.S. politics after Democrats trounced Republicans to win majority control of the chamber in the midterm elections.
Maine Sen. Susan Collins concedes to Democrat Troy Jackson
Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins has conceded to Democrat Troy Jackson, ending her race for a sixth term.
Democrats just took back control of Congress. What’s next?
Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, creating opportunities to challenge President Donald Trump’s agenda while facing internal divisions and legislative hurdles.
White House official: 'Buckle up' after midterm results
After Democrats scored midterm wins, a White House official blamed Republican candidates, saying voters will regret picking Democrats.
Democrats clinch control of US Senate as party notches several major wins
Democrats have secured control of the U.S. Senate after flipping several key battleground seats.
Pastor Adam Hamilton ousts GOP Sen. Roger Marshall, Democrats' 1st Senate win in Kansas in 94 years
Democrat Adam Hamilton's victory was historic, snapping a 94-year losing streak for Kansas Democrats in Senate races — the nation's longest.
James Talarico notches historic U.S. Senate win, a first for Texas since 1988
James Talarico has won the U.S. Senate election in Texas, the Associated Press projects, securing Democrats their first Senate win in the Lone Star State since 1988.
Sherrod Brown flips Senate seat in Ohio for Democrats by ousting Sen. Jon Husted
Former Sen. Sherrod Brown defeated Republican Sen. Jon Husted in Ohio on Tuesday, flipping a seat that was crucial to Democrats' strategy to retake the chamber.
Democrat Gina Hinojosa defeats incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott in Texas race
Democrat Gina Hinojosa has won Texas' gubernatorial election, defeating longtime incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott.
Flooding in southwest Colorado destroys homes and displaces residents
Two major floods in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, have caused significant destruction, displacing dozens of residents and animals while recovery efforts are underway.
Democrats poised to control US House after winning key battleground races
The Democratic Party is poised to control the U.S. House of Representatives after winning key battleground races
Amy Acton wins historic Ohio governor’s race following campaign shaken by controversial ad
Democrat Amy Acton has won the Ohio gubernatorial election, defeating Republican Vivek Ramaswamy.
Annie Andrews defeats Sen. Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, in South Carolina Senate race
Democrat Annie Andrews has won the U.S. Senate election in South Carolina, defeating Sen. Darline Graham in a major upset.
Democrat Roy Cooper wins North Carolina Senate seat, flipping a key GOP-held seat
Former Gov. Roy Cooper’s win against Republican Michael Whatley gives Democrats a key victory as they try to gain at least four seats now held by Republicans.
Byron Donalds wins Florida governor’s race, becoming state’s first Black governor
Byron Donalds has been elected Florida’s first Black governor, defeating David Jolly in a race that tightened down the stretch.
Keisha Lance Bottoms makes history as the first Black woman elected governor in the US
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms was elected governor of Georgia on Tuesday, making history as the first Black woman to be elected governor in the United States
New Mexico shifts to regional screwworm zones as cases increase
New Mexico expands screwworm zones as cases spread across southern counties
North Korea launches unidentified projectile toward the sea
North Korea launched an unidentified projectile toward the sea on Wednesday, South Korea's military said.
NM governor seeks disaster aid from Trump after devastating floods
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is seeking disaster aid from President Trump after devastating flooding in northern New Mexico.
Tracking competitive 2026 midterm election races
The Get the Facts Data Team is tracking the results for competitive Senate, House of Representatives and gubernatorial races.
Chris Pappas to become first openly gay male US senator with win in New Hampshire
Democrat Chris Pappas has won the U.S. Senate election in New Hampshire, becoming the first openly gay male senator.
24-year-old runner Rachel Apa dies after collapsing during New York City Marathon
A young woman running the NYC Marathon for the first time to raise money for charity collapsed, just over two miles from the finish line, and later died.
Midterm election 2026: Tracking the results of redistricting efforts
More than 34 million people were assigned new congressional districts before the 2026 midterms, as redistricting battles reshape the House map.
Roommate of 4 students killed in Idaho says harassment forced her to move repeatedly
A roommate of the slain University of Idaho students wants her face blurred in an upcoming release of investigative video recordings, court documents say.
Trump says he'll be 'Mr. Veto' if Democrats win both chambers
Control of Congress is on the line in the midterms, and it could shape the final two years of Trump's term.
Tony Butala, co-founder of The Lettermen group known for 'The Way You Look Tonight,' dies at 87
Tony Butala, co-founder of the Grammy-nominated trio The Lettermen, whose lush vocal harmonies helped make the group one of the most popular vocal acts of the ’60s, died Sunday.
New Mexico Election Results 2026: Results for all statewide offices
There are several statewide offices that are being contested in this year's election.
Quiet weather continues for most
Quiet & dry conditions continue for most
DOJ has sent target letters in Alaska Senate criminal probe. Here's what that means
The Department of Justice has sent target letters in the Alaska Senate criminal probe. Here's a breakdown of what that means
Federal judge temporarily blocks President Trump's plan to deport detained Afghans to Afghanistan
A federal judge in New York has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's plans to deport Afghans detained in the U.S. to Afghanistan or Pakistan.
Former NMDOJ paralegal facing federal drug charges, firearm offenses
A former Albuquerque NMDOJ paralegal is facing federal drug trafficking and firearm offenses.
Fire flares up again at Edith Boulevard structure
A fire that broke out at a structure on Edith Boulevard NE has reportedly been rekindled, according to fire officials.
Country singer Nicole Taylor dead at 35 following breast cancer battle
Nicole Taylor, a member of the country music trio Taylor Red, has died following a battle with breast cancer.
Mom accused of Great Wolf Lodge resort murders appears in court
Metallica Harrison, who faces two homicide charges after her husband and 3-year-old son were found stabbed at Great Wolf Lodge in the Pocono Mountains, appeared in a Pennsylvania court on Tuesday.
Spain's transport minister steps down six days after deadly high-speed train crash
Spain’s transport minister announced Tuesday that he is stepping down, six days after a high-speed train collision killed more than 65 people.
What's at stake for Congress this midterm?
The balance of power in either chamber could be decided by a handful of votes.
SCOTUS prepared to rule publicly funded religious schools can reject children of same-sex couples
A majority of the Supreme Court signaled on Tuesday that it would allow Catholic preschools receiving taxpayer money to deny enrollment to children of same-sex couples.
FBI charges man with mailing hundreds of letters containing powder to officials ahead of election
FBI charges Oklahoma man accused of sending hundreds of election threat letters
Authorities release 911 call from the man who killed a shooter inside an Oregon school last month
A 911 call from the man who fatally shot a 16-year-old shooter who killed a teacher and three students at an Oregon elementary school was released Tuesday.
Lea County ballot measure proposes tax increase for defense fund against firearm-related state laws
Lea County voters will decide on a proposed gross receipts tax increase to fund challenges against state legislation perceived as infringing on 2nd amendment rights, raising questions about its legality and purpose.
'Very important' evidence found miles from Learjet crash site in Florida, investigator says
National Transportation Safety Board member Tom Chapman said most of the left elevator — part of the tail that controls the plane's pitch — was found in three pieces between 1.3 miles and 3.8 miles from Greenacres, near West Palm Beach, Fla.
Scientists say decades-old theory on the origin of life might be wrong
The popular theory that comets were crucial in kick-starting life on Earth billions of years ago may not hold up, according to new computer simulations that counter decades of scientific thinking.
Little-known Medicare program could help about 63 million caregivers
A Medicare benefit that began in 2024 helps cover training family caregivers on medical needs and practical skills. But many aren't aware of it.
Spanish police investigating after soccer player dies following on-field collision
Spanish police have opened an investigation into possible involuntary manslaughter after a soccer player died following an on-field collision with the opposing team's goalkeeper.
Authorities capture escaped Tennessee inmate near Kansas City, Missouri, after weeklong manhunt
A man who escaped from a Tennessee prison over a week ago has been caught just outside of the Kansas City metro.
Millions of dollars from the worst US gas leak are now available to help residents electrify homes
The worst methane leak in U.S. history sickened thousands. Now, settlement money is helping affected homeowners electrify their houses.
Greenland approves security deal with Denmark and US following months of pressure
Greenland approved a security deal with Denmark and the U.S. after months of Trump pressure over the Arctic island.
Trooper relieved of duty after being found sleeping inside woman's apartment on Halloween
A trooper was arrested after a woman told officers that she found him in her bed early Sunday morning in Boston, according to a police report.
Helicopters collide below Mount Everest base camp, killing 1 person and injuring 2
Two helicopters collided Tuesday while trying to land just below Mount Everest's base camp, killing at least one person and injuring two others, officials said.
Voting continues in suburban county outside New York City, despite machine issue
New York’s suburban Westchester County reported issues Tuesday morning with voting machines that aren’t accepting paper ballots.
New Mexico election results: Full results for governor, state and local offices
Here's a recap of election results from Tuesday's primary election.
Deb Haaland to become New Mexico governor in historic first
Deb Haaland to become New Mexico’s first female Native American governor.
New Mexico Election Results 2026: The race for U.S. House and U.S. Senate
New Mexico's seats in congress are in the spotlight as the battle for control of the U.S. House and Senate heat up.
New Mexico voters weigh school bonds, regents reform and salaries for state lawmakers
Voters will consider four constitutional amendments that would change gubernatorial veto procedures, school bond elections, appointments to university boards of regents and compensation for state lawmakers
Trump says US will halt $4B in aid to Israel as country shifts to buying military hardware instead
President Trump says the U.S. will stop providing $4 billion in aid each year to Israel in 2027.
Longtime TV producer who worked on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' dies at 52
An executive producer behind the scenes of "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" has died at the age of 52, according to a GoFundMe page created by his family.
Trump’s agenda meets the ballot box as states vote on abortion, redistricting and voter ID mandates
Voters are deciding key ballot measures on abortion rights, congressional redistricting and voter ID laws. Here's what to know.
New Mexico voters to decide on legislator salary amendment
A proposed amendment on the New Mexico ballot could allow state lawmakers to earn a salary equal to the state's median household income
Strong voter turnout in New Mexico for midterm election
Voter turnout in New Mexico's gubernatorial elections has steadily increased since 2014, with over 712,000 people voting in 2022
It's Election Day: Here's what you need to know before polls close
The polls have opened as voters decide who will control the 120th Congress. All 435 House seats are up for grabs, and 35 out of the 100 Senate seats are open.
Indian navy rescues 20 crew from Iranian fishing boat hijacked off Somalia
Indian naval forces freed an Iranian fishing boat and its crew of 20 hijacked off Somalia after an operation lasting more than 48 hours, India’s Defense Ministry said Tuesday.
Flood Warnings continue on area rivers and waterways, water levels should start to come down today and tomorrow.
Dry skies and cool fall temperatures filling up the forecast right on through the upcoming weekend.
'We are deeply saddened': New York reports first measles death in more than 30 years
New York officials have confirmed its first known measles-related death, the first in more than 30 years.
Death toll hits 31 after Russian strike on Ukrainian aid site, with dozens still missing
The death toll from a Russian attack in southern Ukraine on a site where people had gathered to receive humanitarian aid rose to 31 on Tuesday, with dozens of people still missing, as a wave of overnight strikes targeted power plants across the country, damaged hospitals and wounded scores of people.
2026 election results: The 36 governor's races across the U.S.
Thirty-six states have gubernatorial contests on the ballot this year. Here are the full election results for the Nov. 3, 2026 midterm.
U.S. House election results 2026: Democrats poised to take control
Which party will control the U.S. House? Here are full election results from all 435 congressional districts.
US Senate election results 2026: Democrats clinch control of upper chamber
Control of the U.S. Senate was up for grabs. Here are the full election results for the Nov. 3, 2026, midterm.
2026 midterm election results: All U.S. Senate, House and governor races
Who will control the U.S. House and Senate? Here are the full results for the Nov. 3, 2026, midterm election.
US strikes Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz, official says
The United States launched strikes on Iranian targets, a U.S. official said, in what appeared to be a limited operation on the eve of Tuesday’s crucial midterm elections.
FDA recalls thousands of blood pressure bottles, says pills failed quality tests
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is asking consumers to check their medicine cabinets after thousands of blood pressure medication bottles were recalled nationwide.
Democrats win big, taking full control of Congress
Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, creating opportunities to challenge President Donald Trump’s agenda while facing internal divisions and legislative hurdles.
Asian Football Confederation postpones the 2027 Asian Cup
The Asian Football Confederation has postponed the 2027 Asian Cup by almost a year because of the conflict in the Middle East and security concerns in Saudi Arabia.
'We've also been drinking since Wednesday': Brewers make SNL cameo
Captain Christian Yelich, second baseman Brice Turang and manager Pat Murphy appeared on "Weekend Update."
Second fire in less than a year at an abandoned Albuquerque apartment complex
No injuries cause remains under investigation by AFR
Pagosa Springs family struggles to recover after historic flooding
Two rounds of historic flooding in Pagosa Springs have left a family’s homes and business severely damaged, with recovery expected to be long and difficult.
Woman travels from Georgia to Kansas to vote after her absentee ballot never arrives
After her absentee ballot failed to arrive, Jesse Alexander traveled from Atlanta, Georgia, to Overland Park, Kansas, to vote in the 2026 midterm election.