The Latest Breaking News from Santa Fe County

A Woman Dies of Plague in New Mexico as Summer Brings Higher Risk of the Ancient Disease Across the American Southwest

The New Mexico Department of Health confirmed the death of a Santa Fe County woman from plague on June 11, 2026 — the state's first human plague fatality this year. Three dogs have tested positive in 2026. About half of all US plague cases occur in New Mexico. Here is…

Medical Daily · Jun 15

Inside Gene Hackman’s ‘rodent-infested home’ — where loose items and food created a breeding ground for hantavirus

Investigators found dead rats and rat droppings throughout the Santa Fe estate

The Independent UK · Apr 16, 2025

Gene Hackman's dogs safely removed from property after death of actor and wife

The two dogs found alive at the home of Gene Hackman have been safely removed from the property by the Santa Fe County Animal Control Division.

BANG Premier · Mar 1, 2025

Corporal Hancock Testifies In Court Regarding Rust Movie Shooting Case

Corporal Alexandria Hancock's testimony in a recent court case sheds light on the meticulous investigation by the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office.

Top News · Jul 11, 2024

‘The gun was never meant to be fired’ Alec Baldwin told husband of slain ‘Rust’ cinematographer, records reveal

Newly released Santa Fe County sheriff’s investigative reports on “Rust” highlight a flurry of messages Alec Baldwin sent in the days after the accidental fatal shooting of a cinematographer as the actor grappled to make sense of what happened that day — and if he would face charges.

Los Angeles Times · Nov 18, 2022

‘Too early’ to rule out criminal charges for anyone in ‘Rust’ shooting, sheriff says

It’s “too early” to rule out criminal charges for anyone involved in the tragic “Rust” shooting that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in New Mexico last October, the Santa Fe County sheriff said Tuesday.

Tribune News Service · Apr 26, 2022

Alec Baldwin: Police release footage from set of Rust shooting

Alec Baldwin is seen practising drawing his revolver on the set of the Rust movie in new footage released by the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s office.

Evening Standard · Apr 26, 2022

Alec Baldwin: Video footage released by police shows actor rehearsing with gun before Rust shooting

Footage is part of trove of evidence released by Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office on Monday (25 April)

The Independent UK · Apr 26, 2022