Las Alturas water project reaches council with $50,000 funding discrepancy
Las Cruces council will consider adding $2.14 million for the Las Alturas Del Sol water tank amid a $50,000 packet discrepancy.
Amendment 4 campaign kicks off Las Cruces canvass as new poll shows 39% support
Vote for Change launched its Amendment 4 canvassing effort in Las Cruces as an Albuquerque Journal poll showed 39% support, 21% opposition and 34% undecided.
New Mexico officials reject Trump post proposing state name change
New Mexico officials rejected President Donald Trump’s social media suggestion that the state be renamed “New America,” after a satirical post falsely claimed he had already done so.
Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site opens Farm and Ranch Museum Culture Series Sept. 10
The Friends of the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum will open its 2026-27 Culture Series Sept. 10 with a free talk on the Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site.
NMSU ROTC to host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Sept. 11
NMSU Army ROTC will host a free 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb from 6 to 9 a.m. Sept. 11 at Aggie Memorial Stadium in Las Cruces.
Golden Apple launches new pathway to help veterans become teachers in New Mexico
Golden Apple Foundation has launched Veterans into Teaching, a new pathway designed to help veterans transition into teaching careers, including through its New Mexico Scholars program.
Vasquez calls for DHS to cancel $16.7M ICE electric-glove contract
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez is calling on DHS to cancel a $16.7 million contract for electric shock gloves and ban their use in immigration enforcement and detention.
Aggies roll past Mercyhurst 51-14 behind dominant second half
NM State pulled away from Mercyhurst with a dominant second half Saturday night, earning a 51-14 victory in its 2026 home opener at Aggie Memorial Stadium.
Las Cruces seeks artists for 2027 Art Stop bus shelter exhibit
Las Cruces is accepting submissions for its 2027 Art Stop program, which will place 12 original artworks on bus shelters across the city. The deadline is Sept. 14.
New Mexico veterans outreach vehicle completes first tour of all 33 counties
New Mexico’s veterans outreach vehicle has completed its first tour of all 33 counties after visiting 55 communities and assisting more than 400 veterans and family members.
NMSU launches systemwide mentorship program for undergraduate students
NMSU will launch a systemwide mentorship program this fall, pairing undergraduate students with faculty, staff and administrators for yearlong guidance.
Op-Ed: Guns — Who needs them?
Las Cruces Mayor Pro Tem John Muñoz urges gun owners to secure their firearms, arguing that reducing gun theft could help prevent violence and youth access.
NM State football hosts Mercyhurst tonight: What fans need to know
NM State hosts Mercyhurst tonight at Aggie Memorial Stadium. Here’s what fans should know about kickoff, parking, tailgating, concessions and stadium policies.
Las Cruces educator joins statewide fellowship shaping New Mexico education policy
Las Cruces educator Jessica Castro-Buelna is the sole southern New Mexico fellow in a statewide Teach Plus cohort that will work with policymakers on major education issues.
Las Cruces invites teens to explore city careers during fall break
Las Cruces is accepting applications for its Developing Youth Leaders Academy, offering teens two fall break career tracks focused on city trades and office-professional jobs.
New Mexico officials say 89,000 residents may lose coverage under Medicaid work requirements
New Mexico officials estimate about 89,000 Medicaid recipients could lose coverage under new federal work requirements taking effect in January.
Las Cruces District 3 councilor plans Sept. 8 community meet and greet
Las Cruces District 3 Councilor Michael Harris will host a community meet and greet Sept. 8 at Conlee Elementary School with representatives from city departments.
Labor unions to host public art build Friday in downtown Las Cruces
Local labor unions will host a free public art build from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the Las Cruces Fine Arts Flea Market downtown.
