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Search expands for vanished retired Air Force general in Albuquerque
us-news29 days ago

Search expands for vanished retired Air Force general in Albuquerque

Authorities are searching for retired Maj. Gen. Neil McCasland after he disappeared from his Albuquerque home on Feb. 27. A silver alert was issued; his phone, prescription glasses and wearables were left at the residence, while his hiking boots, wallet and a .38 revolver are missing. The FBI is assisting, and there have been no confirmed sightings or video confirming his departure. McCasland is described as 5'11", with white hair and blue eyes, and is known to hike in the Sandia foothills; investigators are asking the public to review any video from Feb. 27–28 in the Sandia mountains or nearby neighborhoods that could aid the search.

FBI joins search for missing retired U.S. general in New Mexico
crime1 month ago

FBI joins search for missing retired U.S. general in New Mexico

Retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. William Neil McCasland, 68, who previously led GPS and space-defense programs, has been missing since Feb. 27 after leaving his Albuquerque home on foot. A Silver Alert was issued and the FBI is assisting Bernalillo County investigators in a broad search of the area; authorities say his unspecified medical issue adds urgency and there is no evidence of foul play. Neighbors have been canvassed, searches conducted, and the public is asked to share any information with the sheriff’s office.

Retired Air Force Major General Missing in Albuquerque; Multi-Agency Search Continues
national1 month ago

Retired Air Force Major General Missing in Albuquerque; Multi-Agency Search Continues

Retired Air Force Maj. Gen. William 'Neal' McCasland, 68, has been missing since Feb. 27 in Albuquerque. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office issued a Silver Alert, says he left his home on foot, and investigators are canvassing the area with the help of multiple agencies including the FBI and Kirtland Air Force Base. No foul play is suspected; residents are asked to review security footage and report tips to text 847411 or call the Missing Persons Unit at (505) 468-7070.

Six New Mexico Spots Named 2026 James Beard Semifinalists
food2 months ago

Six New Mexico Spots Named 2026 James Beard Semifinalists

Six New Mexico eateries and chefs were named semifinalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards, including Albuquerque’s Bow & Arrow Brewing Co. (Outstanding Bar), Daydream Rum Bar (Best New Bar), and The Burque Bakehouse (Outstanding Bakery), plus chefs Steve Riley of Mesa Provisions, Graham Dodds of NOSA Restaurant & Inn, and Danny Calleros of Ardovino’s Desert Crossing in the Best Chef: Southwest category. Finalists will be announced March 31, with the awards ceremony June 15 in Chicago. Bow & Arrow is Indigenous- and female-owned; Calleros notes the family-run Ardovino’s history since 1949, and NM chefs see growing recognition beyond Santa Fe.

Timothy Busfield Loses Agency Support as Court Case Moves Forward
legal2 months ago

Timothy Busfield Loses Agency Support as Court Case Moves Forward

Emmy-winning actor-director Timothy Busfield was dropped by Innovative Artists the same day he appeared in Albuquerque court on two counts of criminal sexual contact with a minor and child abuse tied to alleged incidents with two young actors on The Cleaning Lady; prosecutors are seeking to keep him jailed ahead of trial, and a new allegation involving a 16-year-old girl was disclosed, adding to older, uncharged claims.

Former UFC Fighter Diego Sanchez Arrested on Gun Charges in Albuquerque
sports8 months ago

Former UFC Fighter Diego Sanchez Arrested on Gun Charges in Albuquerque

Former UFC fighter Diego Sanchez was arrested in Albuquerque for allegedly firing a gun from a moving vehicle, with charges including shooting at or from a motor vehicle and negligent use of a deadly weapon. Sanchez, 43, denied firing the weapon, and his bail has not been set. The incident occurred as the vehicle passed a traffic accident, and Sanchez was released after arrest. He was previously released by UFC in 2020 and has since competed in bare-knuckle boxing.