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FBI arrests two in New Mexico as part of nationwide child exploitation crackdown

FBI arrests two in New Mexico as part of nationwide child exploitation crackdown

Two men in New Mexico were arrested as part of Operation Restore Justice, a nationwide FBI-led crackdown on child sex abuse that resulted in 205 arrests and 115 child rescues.

Punk DIY series returns to Branigan Library with hands-on workshops for teens and adults
Community

Punk DIY series returns to Branigan Library with hands-on workshops for teens and adults

Branigan Library’s Punk DIY series returns this summer with creative workshops for teens and adults, featuring book cover bling, iron-ons, plush monsters and more.

NMSU professor produces horror film starring Al Pacino, set for national release June 6
Film

NMSU professor produces horror film starring Al Pacino, set for national release June 6

NMSU professor Ross Marks produced The Ritual, a horror film starring Al Pacino and directed by Las Cruces film festival alum David Midell. The film opens nationwide June 6, following a local premiere at Cineport 10.

NM Supreme Court narrows whistleblower protections, citing public interest
Public Safety

NM Supreme Court narrows whistleblower protections, citing public interest

The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled that public employees aren’t protected under the state’s whistleblower law unless their disclosures serve the public interest — a decision that could reshape how retaliation claims are handled statewide.

NMSU College of Engineering collaborates with international partners to enhance research
NMSU

NMSU College of Engineering collaborates with international partners to enhance research

NMSU’s College of Engineering has launched a new international research collaboration with partners in Mexico and Germany to support graduate programs and faculty exchanges.

MountainView launches yearlong nurse residency to support new grads, retain local talent
Health

MountainView launches yearlong nurse residency to support new grads, retain local talent

MountainView Regional Medical Center has launched a 12-month nurse residency program to support recent graduates, reduce turnover and strengthen the local health care workforce.

209 people face federal charges tied to new military zone in southern New Mexico
Crime

209 people face federal charges tied to new military zone in southern New Mexico

Federal prosecutors in New Mexico charged 209 people this week for unauthorized entry and violating security rules tied to a new National Defense Area designation near the border.

Santa Teresa airport awarded $240,000 in federal funds for upgrades
News

Santa Teresa airport awarded $240,000 in federal funds for upgrades

Santa Teresa’s airport is getting $240,000 in federal funding to support infrastructure improvements and design work for a major pavement project, Rep. Gabe Vasquez announced Thursday.

Teaching Academy Gala recognizes educators, donors at NMSU
NMSU

Teaching Academy Gala recognizes educators, donors at NMSU

New Mexico State University’s Teaching Academy Gala celebrated educators and supporters who advanced teaching, research and faculty development during the 2023–2024 academic year.

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