13-year-old sentenced to two years in CYFD custody in Chris Carnero shooting death
A 13-year-old was sentenced to two years in CYFD custody after pleading no contest in the shooting death of 13-year-old Chris Carnero in Las Cruces.
Las Cruces Fire Department names Justin Whitefield deputy chief of operations
The Las Cruces Fire Department has named 19-year department veteran Justin Whitefield deputy chief of operations after he served in the role on an interim basis.
NM State Athletics moves to digital ticketing for 2026-27 seasons
NM State Athletics is switching to Blocktickets for season and single-game tickets and will host three free in-person help sessions for fans.
Las Cruces seeks input on N. Alameda, Hoagland intersection improvements
Las Cruces will host an Aug. 20 public meeting on planned traffic signals, sidewalks, pavement and other improvements at N. Alameda Boulevard and Hoagland Road.
Heinrich leads Senate opposition to Interior wilderness policy review
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich is leading a Senate letter opposing an Interior Department review of wilderness management policies affecting nearly 200 million acres of public land.
Youth detention center art exhibit open through Aug. 14 in Las Cruces
Artwork created by youth at the Doña Ana County Juvenile Detention Center is on display through Aug. 14 at the county Government Center in Las Cruces.
Advocacy group asks NMED to toss Project Jupiter air permit application
An advocacy group is asking New Mexico regulators to dismiss Project Jupiter’s air permit application, arguing its proposed natural gas supply remains legally uncertain.
Assisted living grows more complex. Safeguards fall short.
A New Mexico In Depth investigation found weak oversight of assisted-living facilities statewide, including safety failures documented at Desert Peaks in Las Cruces.
Oracle scholarship fund awards 25 scholarships to Doña Ana County students
Twenty-five Doña Ana County students have received scholarships through an Oracle-funded program administered by the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico.
Former WNMU president asks judge to reinstate state auditor, lawmakers as lawsuit defendants
Former WNMU President Joseph Shepard is asking a judge to reinstate State Auditor Joseph Maestas and several lawmakers as defendants in his lawsuit.
Las Cruces pet food drive aims to double aid bags to 3,000 in 2026
The Schumacher Grant and Casa de Peregrinos hope to assemble 3,000 pet food aid bags this year and are seeking donations and volunteers in Las Cruces.
Housing New Mexico launches mortgage rate buydown for new homes
Housing New Mexico’s NewHome Rate Advantage pilot offers qualified buyers a permanent 1 percentage-point mortgage rate reduction on newly constructed homes.
Organ Mountains Jubilee to celebrate America 250 and BLM's 80th anniversary
The Bureau of Land Management will host the Organ Mountains Jubilee on Oct. 24 at Dripping Springs Natural Area, celebrating America's 250th anniversary and the agency's 80th birthday.
New Mexico seeks public input on future PFAS protections for consumer products
New Mexico will hold an Aug. 18 webinar and open a public comment portal as officials review the state’s PFAS Protection Act and its exemptions.
DACC instructor Bobbi Noland receives national teaching award
Doña Ana Community College instructor Bobbi Noland received a 2026 NISOD Teaching Excellence Award during a conference in Austin, Texas.
New Mexico environment department updates public comment portal following fraud reports
The New Mexico Environment Department updated its public comment portal after approximately 42 Project Jupiter comments were reported as potentially fraudulent.
NMSU internships connect students with New Mexico agriculture companies
NMSU’s CESFAS internship program placed 11 students with New Mexico agriculture companies for hands-on experience in production, logistics and business operations.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull to headline Las Cruces fundraiser
Republican gubernatorial candidate Gregg Hull will headline an Aug. 26 campaign fundraiser in Las Cruces with several statewide GOP candidates.
