DACC awarded $77,000 to boost local journalism education
Doña Ana Community College has been awarded a $77,000 grant to enhance journalism education, launch student-run news outlets and provide public workshops on media skills.
Dangerous heat wave expected in New Mexico through this weekend
The New Mexico Department of Health is warning residents to take precautions as dangerous heat is expected to bring temperatures up to 107 degrees across the state this weekend.
OPINION: Why responsible economic development deserves state investment
State Rep. Raymundo Lara argues that responsible economic development in southern New Mexico depends on transparency, collaboration and strategic investment in infrastructure — especially water systems.
Las Cruces police issue 86 citations during north Main Street enforcement
The Las Cruces Police Department issued 86 traffic citations during a short enforcement operation along north Main Street on Aug. 7, 2025. Most were for speeding, with additional tickets for registration, insurance and license violations.
Heinrich, Luján discuss impact of public broadcasting cuts on New Mexico communities
Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján hosted a roundtable with New Mexico’s public broadcasting leaders to address the effects of federal budget cuts. These cuts threaten emergency services, local news, and children’s programming in rural and Tribal communities.
Las Cruces man sentenced to 49 years in violent kidnapping case
Jacob Gonzales was sentenced to 49 years in prison after a retrial in a 2020 kidnapping case. Prosecutors say the victim’s testimony helped secure a harsher sentence than the original conviction.
Free back-to-school vaccinations offered at Las Cruces public health office
The Las Cruces Public Health Office will offer free back-to-school vaccinations for children July 17–29, regardless of insurance status. Appointments and walk-ins available.
Three dead, homes swept away as historic floods devastate Ruidoso
Three people died, homes were destroyed and the Ruidoso Downs racetrack was rendered inoperable after catastrophic flooding hit Ruidoso on July 8. Officials say the Rio Ruidoso may have reached record levels.
Deputy killed in I-10 crash near Avenida de Mesilla
Deputy Antonio Aleman died Tuesday after a collision with a semi-truck on Interstate 10. He is survived by his wife and two children.
