Census: New Mexico leads nation in reducing child poverty
New U.S. Census Bureau data show New Mexico reduced child poverty by 3.2%, the biggest drop nationwide, driven by targeted state programs and tax reforms.
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Torrez hails $1.4B VOCA grant victory after Trump administration drops restrictions
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and 20 state counterparts won a key VOCA lawsuit after the Trump Administration dropped plans to withhold $1.4B in victim aid tied to immigration enforcement.
Doña Ana Arts Council sets Nov. 8–9 dates for Renaissance Arts Faire at Young Park
Renaissance Arts Faire moves to Nov. 8–9 at Young Park in Las Cruces, with tickets on sale and additional fall programs at the arts council.
Draft Martinez/Yazzie Action Plan open for public comment
The Public Education Department has submitted a draft Martinez/Yazzie Action Plan to the court and is seeking public feedback through Oct. 17.
Three Santa Teresa employers awarded $800K in state job training funds
Three Santa Teresa companies will share more than $800K in state job training funds to expand local manufacturing and workforce skills.
One-hour Lohman traffic blitz nets 64 citations, LCPD says
LCPD issued 64 citations in a one-hour operation on E Lohman between Walton and Solano, citing speed, no registration and no insurance.
Torrez applauds First Circuit ruling upholding birthright citizenship
Attorney General Raúl Torrez welcomed a First Circuit ruling striking down Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship, calling it unconstitutional.
DACC hosting Banned Books Week Carnival at two campuses
Doña Ana Community College will host a Banned Books Week Carnival Oct. 7 at the Espina campus and Oct. 9 at the Sunland Park center, featuring games, prizes and information on challenged books.
Las Cruces, MVEDA recognized with statewide economic development award
The City of Las Cruces and MVEDA received the Blueprint for Growth Award for their Pre-Speculative Industrial Development Program at the 2025 Governor’s Economic Development Conference.
