Man accused of firing gun at Las Cruces home, threatening residents
Las Cruces police arrested a 20-year-old man accused of firing multiple shots at a Monte Vista Street home and nearby vehicles during a Feb. 28 incident.
Governor signs $11.1B New Mexico budget, capital outlay and tax package
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed New Mexico’s $11.1 billion fiscal year 2027 budget, along with capital outlay and tax legislation passed during the 2026 legislative session.
NMSU hires Adeniyi Amadou as new women’s basketball coach
New Mexico State has hired Rhode Island associate head coach Adeniyi Amadou as the new leader of its women’s basketball program.
Las Cruces man accused of breaking into home, stealing two firearms
A Las Cruces man faces felony charges after police say he broke into a home and stole two firearms from a residence on Calle de Paz.
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Vasquez backs bill to cap prescription drug costs for privately insured Americans
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez has co-sponsored a bill that would cap annual prescription drug costs at $2,000 for individuals and $4,000 for families with private insurance.
Las Cruces man accused of shooting woman during early-morning dispute near downtown
A 19-year-old Las Cruces man faces a felony charge after police say he shot a woman during an early-morning domestic dispute near downtown.
Anthony man charged after struggle with police, accused of trying to take officer’s Taser
An Anthony man faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after police say he struggled with officers responding to a domestic disturbance and tried to take an officer’s Taser.
Las Cruces man charged after falsely telling 911 he killed someone
A Las Cruces man is facing a misdemeanor charge after authorities say he called 911 and falsely claimed he had killed someone.
Public invited to Art Stop 2026 artist reception in downtown Las Cruces
The City of Las Cruces will host an Art Stop 2026 artist reception March 12 at Amador Live, celebrating new artworks installed at bus shelters across the city.
History buffs can make a 91-mile day trip to Camp Furlong Day in Columbus
Camp Furlong Day returns Saturday at Pancho Villa State Park in Columbus, offering Doña Ana County residents a 91-mile day trip with tours, historian talks and Cabalgata Fiesta de Amistad festivities.
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