Las Cruces man charged with extreme animal cruelty after dog killed on I-10
A Las Cruces man faces a felony charge after state police say he threw a dog into traffic on Interstate 10, causing the animal’s death.
El Paso man charged after stash house tied to human smuggling operation uncovered
An El Paso man is facing federal charges after agents uncovered a stash house with 16 people without legal immigration status tied to a failed smuggling attempt at a Las Cruces-area checkpoint.
New report: New Mexico agriculture industry generated $50.5B in economic impact in 2025
New Mexico’s food and agriculture sector generated $50.5 billion in economic impact in 2025, supporting more than 265,000 jobs, according to a new report.
Measles cases rise to 15 in southern New Mexico, all linked to detention centers
Measles cases in New Mexico have risen to 15, all linked to detention centers in southern New Mexico, including three in Doña Ana County.
Silver City man pleads guilty to federal firearms charge after prior felony conviction
A Silver City man pleaded guilty to a federal firearms charge after officers found weapons during a traffic stop and a later search of his home.
Las Cruces man accused of threatening woman with knife, stealing vehicle
A Las Cruces man is accused of threatening a woman with a knife, assaulting her and stealing her vehicle. Prosecutors are seeking pretrial detention.
Santa Fe jury awards New Mexico $375M in Meta child exploitation case
A Santa Fe jury ordered Meta to pay $375 million after finding the company misled users and enabled child exploitation on its platforms.
Anthony man accused of setting fire outside mother’s home while violating protective order
An Anthony man is accused of setting a fire outside his mother’s home while violating a protective order. He faces multiple charges, including aggravated stalking.
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.
