El Paso man convicted in migrant smuggling conspiracy tied to southern New Mexico
A federal jury convicted an El Paso man accused of coordinating a migrant smuggling operation that transported people through southern New Mexico and Texas.
Senate passes Heinrich, LujƔn-backed bill aimed at keeping rural New Mexico hospitals open
The U.S. Senate passed legislation cosponsored by Sens. Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray LujƔn to extend a federal program supporting rural community hospitals in New Mexico and across the country.
Nearly 95,000 New Mexicans vote early in primary election
Secretary of State data shows early voting activity continuing to climb across New Mexico ahead of the June 2 primary election.
One dead after explosion, fire damage duplex on Fairway Drive
One person died after an explosion and fire damaged a duplex on Fairway Drive in Las Cruces on Thursday morning. Investigators are working to determine the cause.
New leadership program at NMSU creates opportunities, networks for freshmen
NMSU has launched a new program designed to help freshmen build leadership skills, campus connections and professional networks from the start of college.
NMCA Showcase of Homes returns with 17 new homes across Las Cruces
The New Mexico Construction Alliance Showcase of Homes returns to Las Cruces with 17 homes open for tours across four price tiers.
Free screening of āShark Thrashā brings cult-film chaos to Las Cruces
A free screening of āShark Thrashā from cult film studio The Asylum will take place June 6 at the Rio Grande Theatre in Las Cruces, followed by a Q&A with cast and crew.
NM State football lands five national TV games in 2026 schedule release
Conference USA released kickoff times and TV assignments for the 2026 season, including five nationally televised NM State football games.
NM judge rules Republican Party of New Mexico Chair Barela must leave post
A New Mexico judge ruled that Republican Party of New Mexico Chair Amy Barela must step down from her leadership post amid an ongoing intra-party legal fight.
Las Cruces firefighters extinguish early morning structure fire on El Camino Real
Las Cruces firefighters responded Tuesday morning to a structure fire on El Camino Real that was contained to the room where it started.
Whoās running for DoƱa Ana County Sheriff on the Democratic ballot in the June 2026 primary election?
Voters in DoƱa Ana Countyās Democratic sheriff primary can compare candidatesā responses on public safety, mental health response, transparency and cooperation with federal agencies.
NMDOT to hold ribbon cutting for completed NM 101/University Avenue improvement project
State and local officials will mark completion of the NM 101/University Avenue improvement project during a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday in Las Cruces.
Three inmates accused of beating, tasing correction officer at DoƱa Ana County Detention Center face federal charges
Federal prosecutors charged three inmates accused of beating and tasing a correction officer at the DoƱa Ana County Detention Center earlier this month.
Whoās running for DoƱa Ana County Sheriff on the Republican ballot in the June 2026 primary election?
Republican candidates for DoƱa Ana County sheriff discuss recruitment, transparency, cooperation with federal agencies and public safety priorities ahead of the June 2026 primary election.
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 STEM Achievers program gives students hands-on lessons with technology
NMSUās free STEM Achievers summer camp will introduce Las Cruces middle school students to coding, robotics, AI, drones, 3D printing and other technologies.
Las Cruces forum to explore how AI is reshaping small business operations
An NMBorderplex forum in Las Cruces will focus on how artificial intelligence is changing operations, hiring and competitiveness for small businesses.
NM Stateās Sanchez, King and Davis to attend 2026 CUSA Football Kickoff
NM State football coach Tony Sanchez, wide receiver TK King and defensive lineman Henry Davis will represent the Aggies at the 2026 CUSA Football Kickoff in Arlington, Texas.
