KBUY News, March 18, 2026
By Blake Ovard KBUY News – Ruidoso and New Mexico Several mountain bike trails in south-central New Mexico have been named as tops in the state; the first rabies case in New Mexico this year is confirmed;
Afghan man who worked with U.S. forces dies after one day in ICE custody
A 41-year-old Afghan refugee who once worked alongside U.S. forces has died less than a day after being detained by immigration authorities in North Texas, prompting calls from relatives and community leaders for an independent investigation. Mohammad
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reveals early breast cancer diagnosis
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, but plans to remain in her role while undergoing treatment, President Trump announced Monday. Trump shared the news in a post on Truth
Nate Diaz returns to MMA to face Mike Perry on Ronda Rousey–Gina Carano fight card
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NY Jets trade QB Justin Fields to Chiefs in exchange for sixth-round draft pick
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NBCUniversal cancels ‘Access Hollywood,’ ‘Karamo’ and ‘The Steve Wilkos Show’
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Sarah Michelle Gellar confirms ‘Buffy: New Sunnydale’ revival was cancelled by Hulu
A planned return to the world of Buffy the Vampire Slayer will not be happening after all. Sarah Michelle Gellar confirmed that the revival project, titled Buffy: New Sunnydale, is no longer moving forward at Hulu. The