County activates support line for CRRUA water concerns
Doña Ana County and the city of Sunland Park have launched a support line and online form for CRRUA customers to report water quality concerns. Bilingual help is available.
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Summer reading program returns to Las Cruces libraries with a splash of color
Las Cruces Public Libraries’ 2025 Summer Reading Program begins June 1 with a “Color Our World” theme, prizes for readers of all ages, and a community kickoff party June 7.
Governor declares drought emergency, orders state agencies to coordinate water, fire response
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has declared a statewide drought emergency, directing New Mexico agencies to coordinate water conservation and wildfire response amid record-low reservoir levels and escalating fire risk.
NMED sues Camino Real utility, seeks court-appointed manager to address arsenic violations
New Mexico sues Camino Real Regional Utility Authority, citing repeated arsenic violations and failures to notify residents. The state is seeking court intervention to ensure access to safe drinking water in Sunland Park and Santa Teresa.
Three Sisters Apartments open in Las Cruces, adding 70 units of affordable housing
The City of Las Cruces and housing partners have opened the Three Sisters Apartments, a 70-unit affordable housing development built on a reclaimed Superfund site. The $22 million project addresses a severe rental shortage and includes support services, community amenities and public art.
Doña Ana County terminates utility agreement with Sunland Park
Doña Ana County has voted to terminate its joint powers agreement with the City of Sunland Park, which created the Camino Real Regional Utility Authority. Officials say the utility will continue operating while a transition plan is developed.
City Council gets updates on tourism trends, legislative wins
Las Cruces City Council heard updates from Visit Las Cruces and city lobbyists on May 12, highlighting tourism growth, legislative wins and $13.8M in capital project funding.
Vasquez honors fallen New Mexico officers, praises LCPD Chief Jeremy Story during National Police Week
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez honored fallen New Mexico officers and praised Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story during National Police Week, highlighting local losses and calling for stronger federal support for law enforcement.
Temporary road closure begins Thursday near new Columbia Elementary site
Zertuche Road will be closed from May 16 to June 6 near the site of the new Columbia Elementary School. The closure will allow crews to complete paving and utility work ahead of the school’s planned opening in fall 2025.
