New Mexico ranked seventh in the nation for election administration in a new MIT index, climbing from 25th in 2020 as officials point to improvements in security and voter access.
A man was sentenced to 18 months in prison after a Las Cruces gas station incident where prosecutors say he threatened a victim with a handgun.
New Mexico’s Secretary of State is asking the state Supreme Court to keep Rep. Rebecca Dow off the ballot, with oral arguments now scheduled for next week.
An Earth Day fair at Young Park will bring together environmental groups, community activities and a concert lineup featuring local and regional musicians.
A judge ordered a Las Cruces tattoo artist held without bond, citing danger to the community and strong evidence in a sexual assault case tied to allegations at Porter House Ink.
A Las Cruces man faces armed robbery and conspiracy charges after a reported Wednesday night robbery at a Walgreens on East Lohman Avenue.
Environmental groups are asking federal officials to deny a proposed pipeline connected to Project Jupiter, arguing the project raises unresolved environmental and permitting concerns.
President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Greg Cunningham in New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District race.
Las Cruces police are asking for help locating 85-year-old George Douglas Alexander, who was last seen Wednesday evening in the Las Alturas neighborhood.
Doña Ana County commissioners are seeking clarification on Project Jupiter after reports raised concerns about water use and whether project plans have changed.
Usher and Chris Brown will perform at Sun Bowl Stadium in El Paso on Oct. 3, with tickets going on sale April 21.
A student jazz ensemble from Organ Mountain High School will headline the Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Society’s April concert in Las Cruces.
A Las Cruces man faces two felony animal cruelty charges after police say he threw two dogs during a domestic incident that later involved gunfire and a barricade.
A leadership shift is driving growth at NMSU’s Food Safety Laboratory, with expanded programs and partnerships positioning it as a key player in Southwest food safety innovation.
Holloman Air Force Base will host the Legacy of Liberty Air Show on April 18–19, 2026, featuring aerial performances, aircraft displays and family-friendly activities.
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich met with White Sands Missile Range leadership in Las Cruces to discuss defense funding, military operations and the installation’s role in southern New Mexico.
An NMSU art history and history student received the J. Paul Taylor Social Justice Award, recognizing research and community work focused on preserving regional history and advancing social justice.
House Republican Leader Gail Armstrong urges the New Mexico Supreme Court to reinstate Rep. Rebecca Dow, arguing her removal over petition formatting threatens voter choice.
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