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Local News
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Man Dies Swimming at Lake Nighthorse
The water temperature at the time of the incident was recorded at approximately 57 degrees. Responders understood that entering the water too early, before narrowing the search area, could jeopardize rescuer safety and reduce the likelihood of successfully locating the victim. Rescue personnel strategically coordinated search efforts before entering the water.
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Remainder of Piñon Hills Blvd. Extension Fully Funded
Phase III of the $30 million project includes $27 million in state funds and $3 million in matching funds from San Juan County to fully fund and complete the project by 2029.
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Durango Begins Water Restrictions
Irrigation for lawns accounts for 70% of Durango’s water usage, so outdoor landscape will be limited to three days a week between the hours of 7 p.m. and 9 a.m. for both residential and commercial users. Odd-numbered addresses are restricted to watering on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Even-numbered addresses are restricted to watering on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Outdoor landscape irrigation is prohibited during all hours on Wednesdays.
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Candidates for San Juan County Sheriff Speak with KSJE
All four republican candidates for San Juan County Sheriff have sat down for an interview with KSJE General Manager Scott Michlin.
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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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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.
Elections
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Candidates for San Juan County Sheriff Speak with KSJE
All four republican candidates for San Juan County Sheriff have sat down for an interview with KSJE General Manager Scott Michlin.
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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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Iran condemns US strikes as 'gross violation' of ceasefire
The attacks took place while Iranian and Qatari negotiators were in Doha for peace talks.
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Protests escalate outside ICE facility over alleged inhumane conditions
The Department of Homeland security said in a statement that the detainees receive "medical, dental, and mental health services as available".
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Robert F Kennedy Jr grabs writhing snakes on a Florida patio
The US health secretary's serpent wrangling has gone viral, but wildlife officials warn people to avoid the reptiles.
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Watch: Texas police rescue baby from car stuck in floodwater
Texas police say a father tried to cross a flooded road after heavy rains inundated the area, urging motorists not to do the same. Neither the driver nor the baby was hurt.
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Jazz legend Sonny Rollins dies aged 95
Known as the "saxophone colossus", Rollins had a lauded career spanning decades.
On KSJE Now:
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Jazz Network2:05pm - 3:00pm
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BBC News3:00pm - 3:05pm
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Jazz Network3:05pm - 4:00pm
Today's Weather
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Farmington, NMSunny intervals
High: 73°F | Low: 48°F
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Durango, COThunder storm
High: 68°F | Low: 41°F
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Shiprock, NMThundery shower
High: 77°F | Low: 46°F
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Cortez, COThundery shower
High: 73°F | Low: 43°F
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Santa Fe, NMThunder storm
High: 68°F | Low: 48°F
