Taylor launches bid for Chaves County Sheriff
Roswell Deputy Police Chief Michael Taylor, 56, announced his bid for Chaves County Sheriff in 2026. He will face Undersheriff Charles Yslas in the June Republican primary to succeed Sheriff Mike Herrington, who cannot seek reelection. No Democrat has filed to run. Taylor cited his 25 years with the Roswell Police Department and his experience leading finances and divisions.
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Judge rules police acted reasonably in NM shooting
A federal judge dismissed part of a civil suit over the Farmington shooting of Robert Dotson 52 after police arrived at the wrong address responding to a domestic violence call. Prosecutors found no criminal charges. Dotson, in a robe, retrieved a handgun and was shot as officers shined a light.
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SNAP reforms could cost New Mexico $300 million annually
New Mexico faces a $300 million annual burden under proposed federal SNAP reforms in a massive congressional spending bill. State budget chief Charles Sallee told the Roswell Daily Record the plan would require states to fund benefits and most administrative costs, a sharp shift from current law.
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