NMSU Vice President for Research Luis Cifuentes says nearly $25 million in research grants have been lost due to recent federal policy shifts. Officials are now working to realign staff, preserve outreach efforts and protect student programs.
Joseph Malley was killed in a February I-10 dust storm crash. His wife recalls their last call — and asks why no one is fixing this deadly highway.
Frequent dust storms have turned a remote stretch of I-10 into a hazard zone. As deadly crashes rise, scientists and transportation officials are exploring what can be done.
New Mexico State University has lost nearly $25 million in federal research funding due to policy changes tied to DEI rollbacks. One-third of that came from a major EPA grant focused on environmental justice and community outreach.
Las Cruces police released new details and video from a May 8 shooting involving an officer and 18-year-old Josiah Perrault. Officials say the case highlights rising teen gun violence in the area.
At a roundtable marking 45 years of its Joint Terrorism Task Force, the FBI and partner agencies highlighted border-related threats, southern New Mexico coordination, and oversight mechanisms to protect civil liberties.
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.
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.
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.
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