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Map shows proposed natural gas pipeline route in southern New Mexico, running from a contractor yard near Santa Teresa north to the Green Chile Meter Station west of Las Cruces.
Project Jupiter Featured

Federal regulatory staff protest proposed New Mexico pipeline for data center

Federal regulators have formally protested a proposed New Mexico pipeline to supply a data center, a move that could delay the project and trigger a more extensive review process.

Danielle Prokop
Portrait of Joselyne Salas, a Western New Mexico University student graduating with a degree in K-8 education.
Features Featured

WNMU student returns to college after a decade, prepares to graduate as bilingual educator

Western New Mexico University student Joselyne Salas is set to graduate after returning to school as an adult learner, becoming the first in her family to earn a degree.

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Illustrated map of southern New Mexico with counties labeled and a list of regions participating in Southern New Mexico Giving Day, encouraging donations to local nonprofits.
Philanthropy Featured

Southern NM invited to give generously in spring charitable campaign

Southern New Mexico Giving Day is underway, uniting two regional foundations to support 140 nonprofits across 12 counties through online donations, matching funds and community events leading up to April 24.

Elva K. Österreich
NM Republican candidate for governor Turner talks taxes, education, child welfare at town hall
Politics Featured

NM Republican candidate for governor Turner talks taxes, education, child welfare at town hall

Doug Turner used a town hall to expand on his policy views and draw contrasts with current state leadership, giving voters a fuller picture of his campaign platform ahead of the governor’s race.

Joshua Bowling
Trumpet player Jens Lindemann performs on stage during a live concert.
Las Cruces Events

Internationally known trumpet player Jens Lindemann to perform with NMSU students

Trumpet soloist Jens Lindemann will join NMSU for a free Brass Day event April 19 and perform with the Wind Symphony in a free April 21 concert in Las Cruces.

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Exterior of the New Mexico Supreme Court building in Santa Fe.
New Mexico Supreme Court

NM Supreme Court declines AG’s request to intervene in Otero County ICE detention contract

The New Mexico Supreme Court declined Attorney General Raúl Torrez’s request to intervene in a legal challenge over Otero County’s ICE detention contract.

Patrick Lohmann
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez stands outside the U.S. Capitol building wearing a suit and tie.
Energy

Vasquez releases report on rising energy costs for New Mexico families

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez released a report on rising energy costs in New Mexico, highlighting price increases and proposed legislation to address affordability.

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Logo of the New Mexico Secretary of State featuring a Zia symbol with a checkmark in the center.
Elections

New Mexico ranks seventh in nation for election administration, MIT index shows

New Mexico ranked seventh in the nation for election administration in a new MIT index, climbing from 25th in 2020 as officials point to improvements in security and voter access.

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Sign outside the United States District Court for the District of New Mexico in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Federal Court

Man sentenced after Las Cruces gas station incident involving handgun threat

A man was sentenced to 18 months in prison after a Las Cruces gas station incident where prosecutors say he threatened a victim with a handgun.

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New Mexico state Rep. Rebecca Dow speaks at a podium during a news conference at the Roundhouse
Elections

NM Secretary of State asks Supreme Court to keep incumbent state Rep. Rebecca Dow off the ballot

New Mexico’s Secretary of State is asking the state Supreme Court to keep Rep. Rebecca Dow off the ballot, with oral arguments now scheduled for next week.

Joshua Bowling
Graphic for Las Cruces Earth Day event on April 18, 2026, showing a stylized bee and plant with event time listed as 3 to 10 p.m.
Las Cruces Events

Earth Day fair and concert set for Saturday at Young Park

An Earth Day fair at Young Park will bring together environmental groups, community activities and a concert lineup featuring local and regional musicians.

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Exterior view of the Third Judicial District Court building in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Courts

Judge orders Porter held without bond in Las Cruces tattoo shop assault case

A judge ordered a Las Cruces tattoo artist held without bond, citing danger to the community and strong evidence in a sexual assault case tied to allegations at Porter House Ink.

Damien Willis
Red and blue emergency lights flash on top of a police vehicle at night.
Crime

Man charged in armed robbery at Las Cruces Walgreens Wednesday night

A Las Cruces man faces armed robbery and conspiracy charges after a reported Wednesday night robbery at a Walgreens on East Lohman Avenue.

Damien Willis
Map shows proposed pipeline route in southern Doña Ana County connecting meter stations near Santa Teresa and the El Paso area.
Project Jupiter

New Mexico environmental groups seek federal regulators to deny pipeline for Project Jupiter

Environmental groups are asking federal officials to deny a proposed pipeline connected to Project Jupiter, arguing the project raises unresolved environmental and permitting concerns.

Danielle Prokop
Greg Cunningham poses outdoors in a campaign-style portrait wearing a button-down shirt.
Politics

Trump endorses Greg Cunningham in NM-02 race

President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Greg Cunningham in New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District race.

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Photo of 85-year-old George Douglas Alexander, a missing Las Cruces man with short gray hair and a white beard, wearing a dark shirt against a blue background.
LCPD

UPDATE: Missing 85-year-old Las Cruces man located

Las Cruces police are asking for help locating 85-year-old George Douglas Alexander, who was last seen Wednesday evening in the Las Alturas neighborhood.

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Conceptual rendering of the Project Jupiter data center campus under construction in Santa Teresa.
Project Jupiter

County seeks answers on Project Jupiter after reports raise questions about water use

Doña Ana County commissioners are seeking clarification on Project Jupiter after reports raised concerns about water use and whether project plans have changed.

Damien Willis
Usher and Chris Brown sit in black suits in a promotional image for their Raymond & Brown Tour.
Entertainment

Usher, Chris Brown to perform at Sun Bowl in El Paso on Oct. 3

Usher and Chris Brown will perform at Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso on Oct. 3, with tickets going on sale April 21.

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