League of Women Voters schedules election forums in Las Cruces
The League of Women Voters of Southern New Mexico will host two nonpartisan candidate forums in September for contested school board and city council races ahead of the Nov. 4 election.
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Vasquez, border Democrats press DHS on $150B 'blank check'
Rep. Gabe Vasquez and other border-state Democrats are pressing DHS for accountability in how it will use $150 billion in new funding, calling for technology, training and safeguards against waste and abuse.
New Mexico teen charged with violent threats after Kirk assassination
A New Mexico teenager was charged after posting violent and racist threats on social media following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. FBI agents say the 19-year-old admitted making the posts and faces up to five years in prison.
Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery spotlights Patricia Black and John Glass in September
The Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery has named Patricia Black and John Glass as its featured artists for September. Black works with decorated gourds, while Glass is an award-winning watercolorist.
Roswell man admits to bomb threats against Doña Ana County court, other government offices
Jeffrey Ramon Diaz of Roswell pleaded guilty to making multiple bomb threats, including one targeting the Doña Ana County Magistrate Court. He faces up to 10 years in prison at sentencing.
Las Cruces police seek help finding missing 12-year-old girl
Las Cruces police are asking for help locating 12-year-old Jocelyn Morales, last seen about 5 a.m. Thursday on the 3200 block of Oak Street. Call 575-526-0795.
Short film ‘Followed’ wraps in Las Cruces, explores digital vulnerability
“Followed,” a short film about online safety and real-world threats, wrapped principal photography in Las Cruces and employed more than 20 New Mexico residents.
Las Cruces’ Know Your City program returns Sept. 3
Las Cruces residents are invited to take part in the city’s Know Your City program beginning Sept. 3, a free 12-week series that offers insight into local government operations.
Heinrich staff to host mobile office hours Aug. 29 in Hatch
Staff from U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich’s office will meet with Doña Ana County residents Aug. 29 at the Hatch Public Library to answer questions about Social Security, veterans’ benefits, immigration, and other federal programs.
