In decisive victory, Haaland pitches ‘a better New Mexico’ as Dem nominee for governor
Deb Haaland won the Democratic primary for New Mexico governor and will face Republican Gregg Hull in November’s general election.
Lara wins Democratic primary for NM House District 34
Raymundo "Ray" Lara won the Democratic primary for New Mexico House District 34, where no Republican candidate filed for the November election.
Lori Martinez wins Democratic House District 37 primary
Lori Martinez won the Democratic primary for New Mexico House District 37 and is set to face Republican Isabella Solis in November.
Lara Cadena wins Democratic primary for NM House District 33
Lara Cadena won the Democratic primary for New Mexico House District 33 and is set to face Republican Enrique “Kiki” Vigil in November.
Cunningham to face Vasquez after withdrawn GOP rival remains on NM-02 ballot
Republican Greg Cunningham is set to face U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez in New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District race after the June 2 primary.
Reopening of Alumni Pond postponed as evaluation continues
NMSU postponed the reopening of Alumni Pond after the reconstructed pond used more water than anticipated during final evaluation.
Las Cruces firefighters extinguish greenhouse fire on Nevada Avenue
Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a greenhouse fire on Nevada Avenue within about five minutes Monday afternoon. No injuries were reported.
U.S. Supreme Court approves Texas v. New Mexico settlement to end Rio Grande water dispute
New rules for the Lower Rio Grande will require New Mexico to reduce groundwater pumping while preserving a larger share of irrigation water for farmers.
Aggies conclude season at NCAA West First Round
Four NM State athletes competed at the NCAA West First Round in Arkansas, with Alesha Lane, Kamryn Cadle, Marlee Cavitt and Nia Allison representing the Aggies.
Investigators say acetylene cylinder fueled fatal Fairway Drive explosion
Investigators say an acetylene cylinder stored in a vehicle trunk fueled the fatal May 28 explosion and fire on Fairway Drive in Las Cruces.
Pecos River landowner arrested after fishermen report firearm threats on public waters
New Mexico authorities arrested Erik Michael Briones after fishermen reported armed confrontations while using public waters on the Pecos River.
Primary Election Day in Doña Ana County: What voters need to know
Doña Ana County voters can cast ballots at 42 locations Tuesday, return absentee ballots in person and follow unofficial primary results after polls close.
NMDOH reports second measles exposure at Las Cruces federal courthouse this year
Anyone at the U.S. District Court building at 100 N. Church St. from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 27 may have encountered measles.
New Mexico Election 2026: trail notes
With the June 2 primary approaching, New Mexico campaigns trade complaints, endorsements and outside spending while nearly 140,000 voters cast ballots early.
Fugitive who used dead man’s identity for decades in Weed pleads guilty
Stephen Craig Campbell admitted using another man’s identity while hiding in rural Otero County from a Wyoming warrant dating to 1983.
Doña Ana County launches online ballot image, election record portal
Doña Ana County has launched Ballot Verifier, an online portal where residents can view ballot images and Cast Vote Records from the 2025 local election.
‘Pass the Sopapillas’ brings southern New Mexico solutions to the table in Las Cruces
At the first Las Cruces taping of “Pass the Sopapillas,” New Mexico leaders discussed jobs, family economic security and locally rooted solutions.
By the #s: Where New Mexico gas prices have risen the most since the Iran war began
Regular gas prices in New Mexico have risen nearly $1.50 per gallon since February, with Taos County seeing the largest increase and Harding County paying the most.
