The Bloomfield Police Department, 711 Ruth Ln., has dedicated a portion of its parking lot as a safe exchange area.
The Bloomfield Police Department, 711 Ruth Lane, has dedicated a portion of its parking lot as a safe exchange area. If you are needing to find a safe place to meet with others to conduct an exchange such as a purchased item or a child exchange, this area is available. The parking lot is lighted so it can be used at night and the area is under constant video surveillance.
Kirtland Man Charged with Woman's Killing
On Monday, 11/9/2026, San Juan County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a welfare check on Lovina Carpenter after a relative was worried she hadn’t heard from Ms. Carpenter since Saturday 11/7/2026. When deputies arrived on scene, they discovered Ms. Carpenter deceased in a shed on the property.
Floods Impact SW Colorado Highways
Recent flooding washed out roads and a bridge, causing full closures on common routes and significant repair delays along key corridors.
2026 Mid-term Election results
Results from the contested races in San Juan County, NM, in the 2026 midterm elections held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. These results are considered unofficial until certified by the San Juan County canvassing board.
Gov. to Visit Flood-Stricken San Juan County
The governor’s visit was carefully scheduled to give first responders, law enforcement and emergency vehicles ample time to complete rescues and other emergency work during the flooding. Now that the floodwaters are receding and initial damage assessments are underway, the Governor will survey the disaster zone and work to get families the help they need.
National Guard, State Police carry out rescues as historic flooding hits San Juan County
New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham preparing request for federal disaster declaration
Woman's Husband Arrested for Kirtland Killing
Through the course of the investigation, detectives discovered that Lauren Patterson’s husband, Jess Patterson, had previously resided in California and had been arrested at least 6 times for domestic violence in that state and had been arrested in July 2026 in New Mexico for battering Ms. Patterson. An autopsy revealed Ms. Patterson suffered multiple broken bones, bruising, and internal injuries.
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