RATON, N.M. (AP) - Officials say at least seven outbuildings and cabins have been destroyed by a wildfire along the New Mexico-Colorado border that more than doubled in size in a matter of hours yesterday. The Track fire is threatening hundreds of structures near Raton and Raton's watershed has also been damaged. Fire officials reported zero containment last night. And fire crews along the New Mexico-Arizona line are working to stop the advance of a flare-up along the border toward the New Mexico town of Luna.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) - Officials are imposing tougher fire restrictions for Albuquerque's open spaces due to extreme fire danger. The restrictions prohibit camping, campfires or any open flame and the use of chainsaws or other equipment that could emit sparks. The restrictions apply to any city open space, including the area along the Rio Grande and major arroyos.
FARMINGTON, N.M. (AP) - The Farmington city manager's son has been charged with murder in the death of a local doctor. Authorities say Dr. James Nordstrom was found bludgeoned to death with a pool cue in his home on Friday. San Juan County sheriff's officials say 17-year-old John Mayes told them he was running away from home when he saw the man's secluded house and went in. He told police he struck the man with the thick end a pool cue about eight times. Mayes is the son of City Manager Rob Mayes.
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) - A loss of $1.2 million in federal funding has operators of the Rail Runner Express rethinking weekday train service to save money. The Santa Fe New Mexican says changes could force early risers to take the bus instead of a train between Albuquerque and Santa Fe.
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