NMSU’s ‘Big Bang Bash’ invites community to hands-on art and science experience April 2
NMSU will host its “Big Bang Bash” on April 2, featuring hands-on art and science activities, live music and a mobile planetarium for all ages.
New Mexico to invest $13.5M in trails, outdoor programs under FY27 budget
New Mexico will invest $13.5 million in trails, watershed projects and youth outdoor programs as part of the FY27 state budget.
Man accused of kicking officer at Las Cruces library faces pretrial detention request
A Las Cruces man is accused of kicking a police officer during an incident at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. Prosecutors have requested he be held in jail pending trial.
NMSU to host public reading by award-winning poet March 27
Award-winning poet Saúl Hernández will give a free public reading at NMSU on March 27, featuring work from his Lambda Literary Award-winning debut collection.
Mesquite woman accused of crowbar attack that left boyfriend hospitalized with head injuries, fractured hand
A Mesquite woman faces a felony charge after police say she struck her boyfriend with a crowbar in Anthony, leaving him hospitalized with head injuries and a fractured hand.
LCPS board to consider renaming Cesar Chavez Elementary amid national controversy
Las Cruces Public Schools will discuss a possible name change for Cesar Chavez Elementary following recent allegations tied to the labor leader’s legacy. The Board of Education will make the final decision.
Heinrich backs bill to cut federal taxes for New Mexico workers
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich is backing a bill that would cut federal income taxes for many New Mexico workers, including eliminating taxes for some lower-income earners.
Inmate accused of stabbing another inmate eight times at southern New Mexico prison
An inmate is accused of stabbing another inmate eight times with a makeshift knife at a southern New Mexico prison. Prosecutors are seeking pretrial detention.
Fire departments in Las Cruces, Mesilla, Sunland Park among recipients of $1.6M in state grants
Fire departments in Las Cruces, Mesilla and Sunland Park are among 30 agencies sharing $1.6 million in state grants for protective gear and equipment.
Las Cruces woman accused of fleeing police while driving drunk, nearly hitting pedestrians twice
A Las Cruces woman is accused of fleeing police while driving under the influence, nearly striking pedestrians twice during a pursuit that ended with a PIT maneuver. Prosecutors are seeking pretrial detention.
Heinrich among 2 Democrats to back advancing Mullin for DHS secretary
Sen. Martin Heinrich was one of only two Democrats to vote to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s nomination for DHS secretary, citing their working relationship.
Oldest living U.S. veteran James C. Flowers honored at Las Cruces home
James C. Flowers, a 110-year-old Tuskegee Airman and the oldest living U.S. veteran, was honored at his Las Cruces home with the New Mexico Medal of Merit.
NMDOJ says Otero County broke the law when it met to extend immigrant detention contract
The New Mexico Department of Justice says Otero County violated the Open Meetings Act when it approved an extension of an ICE detention contract during an emergency meeting.
Judge allows lawsuit over Project Jupiter incentives to move forward
A judge denied Doña Ana County’s motion to dismiss a lawsuit over Project Jupiter incentives, allowing the case to move forward and ordering review of the county’s decision.
Firefighters respond to early morning house fire in Las Alturas area
Fire crews responded to a house fire in the Las Alturas area early Friday morning. Firefighters evacuated occupants and contained the blaze. No injuries were reported.
Indivisible Las Cruces plans 'No Kings 3' rally at Albert Johnson Park on March 28
Indivisible Las Cruces plans a “No Kings 3” rally March 28 at Albert Johnson Park. Organizers say the event will highlight civic concerns and stress nonviolent participation.
NMSU Library launches Loanable Technology Program to support student creativity, academic success
New Mexico State University Library has launched a Loanable Technology Program allowing students to borrow cameras, audio equipment and other tools to support class projects and creative work.
Woman sentenced to 10 years in prison in New Mexico after seventh federal reentry conviction
Federal prosecutors say a 60-year-old Mexican national was sentenced to 10 years in prison in New Mexico after pleading guilty to reentry following removal.
