NMSU research targets water, biomedical research and nuclear safety
NMSU highlighted research programs addressing New Mexico challenges, including water management, biomedical training and nuclear safety monitoring.
Rural New Mexico film spending hits record $55.7M under state incentive
New Mexico film productions spent a record $55.74 million in rural Uplift Zone communities during fiscal year 2026, according to the New Mexico Film Office.
New Mexico public defenders, experts warn lawmakers of extreme caseloads, understaffing
New Mexico public defenders warned lawmakers that understaffing, low contract pay and excessive caseloads are straining the state’s criminal defense system.
Las Cruces names Josie Treviño assistant finance director
The City of Las Cruces has named Josie Treviño as assistant director of finance after more than 17 years of accounting experience.
Meeting to decide Democratic lieutenant governor candidate at least a month out
New Mexico Democrats will wait at least a month before choosing a replacement for Maggie Toulouse Oliver as the party’s lieutenant governor nominee.
Woman found naked in bathtub after Mesilla burglary report
Christi Marie Poston, 46, was charged after authorities said deputies found her naked in a bathtub while responding to a burglary report at a Mesilla home.
New Mexico offers ag businesses up to $15,000 to hire interns
New Mexico agricultural businesses can apply for reimbursement funding to hire paid interns through the state’s Agricultural Workforce Development Program.
NMSU research program helps computer science students picture a Ph.D. path
NMSU computer science students joined a national undergraduate research program that helps students explore research careers and prepare for graduate school.
NMSU Hunt Center helps Borderplex startups prepare for investors
NMSU’s Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship concluded its 2026 Borderplex Fundraising Sprint, a six-week accelerator program aimed at helping regional startups navigate fundraising and prepare for investors.
Vasquez introduces bill to fight New World screwworm threat
Rep. Gabe Vasquez introduced a bipartisan bill to help ranchers respond to New World screwworm after confirmed cases in New Mexico and Texas.
Judge orders detention for Las Cruces man accused in bomb-materials case
David Curtis remains held without bond after a judge granted prosecutors’ pretrial detention request. An eyewitness who says she was at the scene disputes parts of the police account.
New Mexico’s Epstein commission announces 9 more subpoenas to federal prosecutors, state agencies
The legislative subcommittee investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s activities in New Mexico announced nine additional subpoenas to federal prosecutors and state agencies.
New Mexico lawmakers propose splitting CYFD in two. Is that a good idea?
Searchlight New Mexico reports that some lawmakers and public officials want to split CYFD into two agencies, with one focused on child protective services and another overseeing juvenile justice.
City Hall-area parking lot to close June 22 for pothole repairs
A city parking lot near Las Cruces City Hall will close June 22 for pothole repairs and is expected to reopen June 23.
Former Mesilla Marshals intern graduates from State Police academy
Nevaeh Lopez, a former criminal scene investigator intern with the Mesilla Marshals Office, graduated June 17 from the New Mexico State Police Academy as part of the 107th Recruit Class.
PRC to hear public comment Monday in Las Cruces on EPE rate case
The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission will hold a public comment hearing Monday in Las Cruces on El Paso Electric’s proposed New Mexico rate changes. Residents can also submit written comments through the PRC’s online portal by referencing Docket No. 25-00082-UT.
Op-Ed: Reducing childhood adversity can help curb harmful social media use
Harmful social media use among young people is not only a technology issue. Ned Rubin writes that prevention should include stronger safeguards and support for families.
Nearly 50 students graduate from DACC adult education program
Doña Ana Community College recognized more than 40 adult education students who earned GED or HiSET diplomas during ceremonies in Sunland Park and Las Cruces.
