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A researcher measures the temperature of melted beef tallow during a food science experiment at New Mexico State University.
NMSU Featured

NMSU research team aims to improve beef fat for restaurant use

An NMSU research team is studying ways to improve beef fat quality for restaurant use, focusing on how cattle diet and genetics affect cooking performance and flavor.

Carlos Carrillo López
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich speaks during a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing in Washington, D.C.
Sen. Martin Heinrich Featured

Heinrich presses federal officials as Rio Grande water pressures grow across New Mexico

Sen. Martin Heinrich pressed federal officials over Rio Grande water management, El Vado Dam delays and New Mexico water infrastructure during a Senate hearing this week.

Damien Willis
A virtual meeting screenshot shows students and mentors from New Mexico State University and UTEP participating in the 2026 FIRE Venture Fellows program through Arrowhead Center.
Arrowhead Center Featured

NMSU, UTEP students successfully complete 2026 FIRE Venture Fellows program

NMSU and UTEP students completed the 2026 FIRE Venture Fellows program through Arrowhead Center, gaining experience in startup evaluation, investment analysis and venture capital.

Alejandro Najera-Acosta
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez speaks at a podium during a congressional session in Washington, D.C.
Rep. Gabe Vasquez

Rep. Gabe Vasquez demands action on DACA renewal delays affecting New Mexicans

Rep. Gabe Vasquez is pressing USCIS to address major delays in DACA renewal processing that could leave thousands of New Mexico recipients at risk of losing protections.

Organ Mountain News
Group photo of NMSU Foundation leaders, donors and supporters celebrating the foundation surpassing $500 million in assets under management.
NMSU

NMSU Foundation assets under management surpass $500 million

The NMSU Foundation surpassed $500 million in assets under management for the first time, driven by donor support, investment growth and expanding endowment funding.

Nora Hahn
Las Cruces City Hall and surrounding desert landscaping are shown in this exterior file photo.
City Council

Las Cruces approves $210 million infrastructure plan as leaders weigh growth, maintenance costs

Las Cruces approved a $210 million capital improvements plan covering 311 projects as city leaders debated long-term infrastructure costs and future growth priorities.

Damien Willis
A composite image shows LCPS educators Josephine Lopez and Anita Martos holding award plaques alongside a portrait of educator Gail Wheeler.
Education

Las Cruces educators earn statewide honors from NEA-New Mexico

Three Las Cruces Public Schools educators received statewide honors from NEA-New Mexico for leadership, advocacy and service to students.

Organ Mountain News
Graphic promoting Organ Mountain News’ southern New Mexico listening initiative with Organ Mountains imagery, survey messaging and Listening Post Collective branding.
Organ Mountain News Featured

Organ Mountain News launches southern New Mexico listening initiative

Organ Mountain News has launched a new community listening survey focused on the issues, challenges and experiences shaping life across southern New Mexico.

Damien Willis
Kassandra Dominguez, one of the first students in the DACC-to-ACES Aggie Pathway program, poses for a portrait indoors at New Mexico State University.
NMSU

NMSU, DACC create pathways to four-year degrees in agriculture and beyond

NMSU and Doña Ana Community College launched a new Aggie Pathway program designed to help students transition into four-year agriculture and related degree programs without losing credits or time.

Carlos Carrillo López
Close-up photo of a crying young child with tears visible on their face.
New Mexico Supreme Court

ACLU, New Mexico lawmakers petition state Supreme Court to block infant-removal policy

The ACLU of New Mexico and several state lawmakers asked the New Mexico Supreme Court to block a CYFD policy allowing newborns to be removed from parents without a court order in some cases.

Danielle Prokop
A lifeguard instructor leads a swim lesson for a group of children gathered in an indoor swimming pool.
Community

Registration opens May 30 for Las Cruces summer swim lessons

Las Cruces Parks & Recreation will open registration May 30 for summer swim lessons at East Mesa Pool and Laabs Pool.

Organ Mountain News
Students present a prototype during the Innoventure Challenge Finals at New Mexico State University.
NMSU

New Mexico students tackle real-world challenges at NMSU Innoventure Challenge Finals

Student entrepreneurs from across New Mexico pitched business ideas focused on technology, sustainability and community challenges during the finals of NMSU’s Innoventure Challenge.

Carlos Cuesta
New Mexico Oil and Gas Association President Missi Currier speaks on a panel during the Williston Basin Petroleum Conference in North Dakota.
Elections

NM Oil and Gas Association president tells conference crowd to oppose Deb Haaland’s bid for governor

The head of New Mexico’s oil and gas industry association urged business leaders to oppose Deb Haaland’s gubernatorial bid, warning conference attendees about the political and economic stakes of the 2026 race.

Jacob Orledge
The Las Cruces City Council meets in council chambers during a public meeting at City Hall.
City Council

Las Cruces restores full funding for LCPS community schools program

Las Cruces city councilors voted to restore full funding for the LCPS community schools program after a proposed reduction drew concern during FY27 budget discussions.

Damien Willis
Children eat lunch and fruit at a school cafeteria table during a federally supported meal program.
Politics

Heinrich, Luján demand answers on USDA nutrition program reorganization

Sens. Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján are demanding answers from the USDA over a proposed reorganization they say could weaken administration of SNAP, WIC and school meal programs.

Organ Mountain News
Bernalillo County District Attorney and gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman speaks during an Albuquerque Journal town hall panel on May 19, 2026.
Elections

Bernalillo County DA Bregman says he’s running for NM governor because he’s ‘tired of mediocrity’

Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman says he entered New Mexico’s governor race to confront what he called a culture of “mediocrity” in state government and public safety.

Joshua Bowling
Promotional graphic showing new NM State men’s basketball signee Jermaine Washington in a San José State uniform taking a shot during a game.
Aggie Basketball

Aggies add Mountain West guard Jermaine Washington

NM State added former San José State guard Jermaine Washington, who averaged 11.5 points per game and led the Spartans in made three-pointers last season.

Lawrence Thomas
New Mexico Republican Party Chairwoman Amy Barela speaks with attendees during a party gathering in a room lined with American flags.
Politics

NM GOP rift over chairwoman spills into court with days before primary

Infighting inside the New Mexico Republican Party escalated this week as disputes over Chairwoman Amy Barela’s leadership moved into court just days before the June primary election.

Patrick Lohmann

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