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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Las Cruces approves $586.3 million budget amid warnings about long-term sustainability
Las Cruces approved a $586.3 million budget for fiscal year 2027 after trimming nearly $16 million in spending as city leaders warned about rising personnel and insurance costs.
Heinrich, Luján push to extend rural hospital program in New Mexico
U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján introduced legislation to extend a federal rural hospital program supporting facilities in Portales and Artesia.
Doña Ana County early voting triples as absentee ballots surge ahead of June primary
Early voting in Doña Ana County has climbed to nearly 6,000 ballots cast ahead of New Mexico’s June 2 primary election, driven by a sharp increase in absentee voting and expanded early voting locations.
Emma Bunch to begin NCAA Women’s Golf Championship on Friday
NM State golfer Emma Bunch begins competition Friday at the 2026 NCAA Women’s Golf Championship in Carlsbad, California after becoming the first Aggie to qualify for the national championship since 2002.
Peachtree Canyon Apartments opens first phase in Las Cruces
Las Cruces officials celebrated the first phase of Peachtree Canyon Apartments, a 144-unit affordable housing development on the city’s East Mesa.
Suspect in church shooting now faces additional charges tied to attempted gun store burglary
Las Cruces police say a man accused of firing at St. Genevieve’s Catholic Church now faces additional felony charges tied to an attempted gun store burglary and a suspicious device found at his home.
