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Community members participate in a Mamacítas Cibernéticas focus group in Chamberino, discussing digital literacy and internet access needs in southern Doña Ana County.

Mamacítas Cibernéticas highlight digital inclusion needs in southern Doña Ana County

A community group in southern Doña Ana County shared results of a digital literacy survey developed with support from Comcast.

Las Cruces police vehicles with flashing lights block the parking lot of Chili’s on Telshor Boulevard as investigators process the scene of a fatal shooting on Thursday night.

LCPD

Las Cruces police fatally shoot man outside Chili’s on Telshor

Las Cruces police say an officer shot and killed a man Thursday evening outside Chili’s on Telshor Boulevard after reports of threats toward patrons and staff.

A Las Cruces Police Department SUV blocks a road near Salopek Park as an LCPD officer and a fire engine from Las Cruces Fire Department are seen in the background at an active scene.

Crime

Third suspect arrested in fatal Salopek Park shooting

Las Cruces police arrested 19-year-old Esteban Muñoz, the third suspect in a Sept. 4 shooting at Salopek Park that killed Julia Clark and injured another man.

Economic Development

New Mexico ranks among top states in manufacturing growth

New Mexico ranks sixth in manufacturing job growth and fifth in wage gains, outpacing nearby states, according to new data from EDD.

The United States Courthouse for the District of New Mexico in Las Cruces, located at 100 North Church Street, is shown with its exterior stone wall and the federal court sign in front.

Federal Court

Former magistrate judge tied to case as Las Cruces man pleads guilty in gun, evidence probe

Ortega-Lopez pleaded guilty to illegal gun possession and conspiring to destroy evidence; former magistrate judge Joel Cano and Nancy Cano face tampering charges.

Close-up of a person typing on a tablet keyboard, illustrating safe technology and cybersecurity awareness.

LCPD

Las Cruces Police share cybersecurity tips during National Awareness Month

LCPD reminds residents that cybersecurity is a year-round responsibility, offering practical tips to protect personal data and avoid online scams.

A man in a suit and tie sits at a congressional hearing table speaking into a microphone, with a nameplate reading “Rep. Vasquez” in front of him.

Rep. Gabe Vasquez

Vasquez leads push to ensure troops are paid during federal shutdown

Reps. Gabe Vasquez and Derek Tran led a letter urging Congress to guarantee pay for service members during the federal government shutdown.

Film

'In Our Blood' to premiere Oct. 17 at Cineport 10 in Las Cruces

The feature film In Our Blood — shot entirely in Las Cruces — will premiere Oct. 17 with a Q&A featuring director Pedro Kos and cast members.

Drawing on a white handkerchief showing a man helping a child ride a tricycle, surrounded by pink geometric border designs.

Art

Museum of Art showcases Into the Hourglass: Paño Arte from the Rudy Padilla Collection

The Las Cruces Museum of Art is presenting Into the Hourglass: Paño Arte from the Rudy Padilla Collection, a traveling exhibition of Chicano prison art from the National Hispanic Cultural Center, on display through Jan. 3, 2026.