The Democratic frontrunners for New Mexico’s 2026 governor race have raised millions in recent months, with Deb Haaland reporting over $4 million and Sam Bregman $2.4 million, though filings remain incomplete.
The New Mexico Court of Appeals has upheld Jeremy Sandoval’s convictions for sexually assaulting his 8-year-old relative, ruling that alleged jury-instruction errors and other objections raised by the defense did not affect the verdict.
The Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of a bomb threat near the Government Center in Las Cruces. The building has been closed as a precaution.
Centennial and Organ Mountain high schools will meet Friday night at the Field of Dreams for their annual football matchup. LCPS will also reveal winners of its Grill & Thrill BBQ competition during halftime.
Doña Ana County has appointed Denisse Carter as its new economic development director. She brings more than 17 years of experience in regional business growth, trade and community development.
An 18-year-old Las Cruces man faces five felony charges after investigators alleged he assaulted a 17-year-old relative following a night of drinking at a family home.
The Doña Ana County Road Department will begin chip sealing multiple roads in the Brazito area Oct. 15 through Nov. 20. Drivers can expect lane reductions and brief delays.
A 20-year-old from Santa Teresa is accused of shooting his mother 11 times inside their home early Monday morning. Prosecutors have filed a motion to keep him detained until trial.
NMSU’s Nelson-Boswell Reading Series will feature Arizona poet and fiction writer Oscar Mancinas at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 in Milton Hall 171. A free reception will follow the public reading.
Police say a Sunland Park man accused of fatally shooting Jesus Alba De La Cruz on Oct. 13 has been charged with first-degree murder. Prosecutors are seeking to keep him jailed without bond.
The Doña Ana County Humane Society will host its annual Howl-O-Ween Yappy Hour fundraiser Oct. 28 at The Blue Door Venue in Las Cruces, with proceeds benefiting pet relief and spay-neuter programs.
The New Mexico Human Services Department is alerting about 32,000 households that upcoming federal changes will alter how energy assistance affects their SNAP benefits beginning Nov. 1.
An 18-year-old Las Cruces man is accused of shooting another teen during a planned burglary, then hiding evidence, according to a criminal complaint filed Tuesday in Doña Ana County Magistrate Court.
At a Tuesday briefing, LCPD released body-camera video from the Oct. 9 shooting outside Chili’s on South Telshor. Police say a man identified as Philip Mullen advanced with a hammer despite commands; he died at the scene.
The NMSU STEM Outreach Center continues programs to help children grow and thrive through hands-on experiences, outreach in local schools and community STEM events.
New Mexico lobbyists have spent about $1.25 million so far in 2025, fueling a record year as interest groups amplify influence amid an active legislative session.
The Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery will feature oil painter Linda Hagen and woodturner Richard Spellenberg throughout November, alongside an O’Keeffe-themed event and film screening at the Fountain Theatre.
The Rio Grande Theatre will host a free October 26 screening of The Devil’s Mistress (1965), the first feature film made in Las Cruces, presented by filmmaker Julia Smith and Film Las Cruces.
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