LCIFF 2026 Outstanding Filmmaker Award goes to Shane Black
Filmmaker Shane Black will receive the Outstanding Filmmaker Award at the 2026 Las Cruces International Film Festival, hosted by New Mexico State University.
Las Cruces to begin spring, summer watering restrictions April 1
Las Cruces will begin spring and summer water restrictions April 1, limiting watering days and prohibiting irrigation between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Border Patrol agent accused of strangling handcuffed detainee, hiding body camera footage
A U.S. Border Patrol agent is accused of strangling a handcuffed detainee and hiding body camera footage in Doña Ana County, according to a federal indictment.
Vasquez demands answers from Trump administration over rising gas prices tied to Iran war
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is demanding answers from the Trump administration as New Mexico records the nation’s steepest gas price increase, which he links to the war with Iran.
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NMSU Arrowhead Center ranked among New Mexico’s largest economic development agencies
NMSU’s Arrowhead Center has been ranked among New Mexico’s largest economic development agencies, highlighting its impact on startups, job creation and statewide economic growth.
Deming man charged with plotting sexual abuse of child through prison calls
A Deming man is charged with plotting sexual abuse of a child under 13, with investigators citing recorded jail calls outlining alleged plans.
State to auction properties in Doña Ana, Luna counties for unpaid taxes
New Mexico will auction properties with at least three years of unpaid taxes in Doña Ana and Luna counties, with in-person bidding scheduled March 30 and April 14–15.
NM environment officials will hold public hearing on Project Jupiter air permits, push back decision
New Mexico environment officials will hold a public hearing and delay a decision on Project Jupiter air permits as scrutiny grows over the proposed data center’s environmental impact.
Man charged in Anthony killing was already accused in earlier shooting, records show
A Doña Ana County man charged in a fatal Anthony shooting was already facing a prior gun case, according to court records and witness statements.
Las Cruces school board discusses renaming Cesar Chavez Elementary following abuse revelations
Las Cruces school board members are weighing whether to rename César Chávez Elementary following abuse allegations that have sparked calls to remove his name from public spaces.
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