Op-Ed: Pass the rest of the health care worker compacts this year
Fred Nathan of Think New Mexico urges lawmakers to pass remaining health care worker compacts to address provider shortages and expand access statewide.
Las Cruces business owner awarded NM Medal of Merit for saving soldier’s life
A Las Cruces business owner received the New Mexico Medal of Merit after performing CPR and helping save the life of a National Guard soldier.
NMSU public health professor to receive national health equity award
NMSU public health professor Elizabeth England-Kennedy will receive the 2026 Dorothy Nyswander Health Equity Award at a national conference in April.
Doña Ana County announces election official training schedule for 2026 primary
Doña Ana County will host training sessions for election officials and poll watchers ahead of the June 2, 2026 primary election.
LCIFF 2026 Outstanding Filmmaker Award goes to Shane Black
Filmmaker Shane Black will receive the Outstanding Filmmaker Award at the 2026 Las Cruces International Film Festival, hosted by New Mexico State University.
Las Cruces to begin spring, summer watering restrictions April 1
Las Cruces will begin spring and summer water restrictions April 1, limiting watering days and prohibiting irrigation between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Border Patrol agent accused of strangling handcuffed detainee, hiding body camera footage
A U.S. Border Patrol agent is accused of strangling a handcuffed detainee and hiding body camera footage in Doña Ana County, according to a federal indictment.
Vasquez demands answers from Trump administration over rising gas prices tied to Iran war
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is demanding answers from the Trump administration as New Mexico records the nation’s steepest gas price increase, which he links to the war with Iran.
NMSU Arrowhead Center ranked among New Mexico’s largest economic development agencies
NMSU’s Arrowhead Center has been ranked among New Mexico’s largest economic development agencies, highlighting its impact on startups, job creation and statewide economic growth.
Deming man charged with plotting sexual abuse of child through prison calls
A Deming man is charged with plotting sexual abuse of a child under 13, with investigators citing recorded jail calls outlining alleged plans.
State to auction properties in Doña Ana, Luna counties for unpaid taxes
New Mexico will auction properties with at least three years of unpaid taxes in Doña Ana and Luna counties, with in-person bidding scheduled March 30 and April 14–15.
NM environment officials will hold public hearing on Project Jupiter air permits, push back decision
New Mexico environment officials will hold a public hearing and delay a decision on Project Jupiter air permits as scrutiny grows over the proposed data center’s environmental impact.
Man charged in Anthony killing was already accused in earlier shooting, records show
A Doña Ana County man charged in a fatal Anthony shooting was already facing a prior gun case, according to court records and witness statements.
Las Cruces school board discusses renaming Cesar Chavez Elementary following abuse revelations
Las Cruces school board members are weighing whether to rename César Chávez Elementary following abuse allegations that have sparked calls to remove his name from public spaces.
Las Cruces man charged with sexual assault at Telshor apartment
A Las Cruces man faces a felony sexual assault charge after police say he assaulted a woman at a Telshor apartment and interfered with a 911 call.
Las Cruces man charged with extreme animal cruelty after dog killed on I-10
A Las Cruces man faces a felony charge after state police say he threw a dog into traffic on Interstate 10, causing the animal’s death.
El Paso man charged after stash house tied to human smuggling operation uncovered
An El Paso man is facing federal charges after agents uncovered a stash house with 16 people without legal immigration status tied to a failed smuggling attempt at a Las Cruces-area checkpoint.
New report: New Mexico agriculture industry generated $50.5B in economic impact in 2025
New Mexico’s food and agriculture sector generated $50.5 billion in economic impact in 2025, supporting more than 265,000 jobs, according to a new report.
