LCPS seeks community input on new grades 6–12 school
LCPS will hold Aug. 18–19 focus groups to gather community input on a new grades 6–12 school planned to open in fall 2027.
New Mexico Legislature needs to help local governments permit more housing, report recommends
A new Homewise and Mercatus Center report recommends state incentives for local zoning reform, improved permitting data and a stronger New Mexico housing agency.
Opinion: How many ‘shouldas’ should it take on Project Jupiter?
Lisa Silva argues Project Jupiter’s potential noise, emissions, heat-island effects and water demands should weigh heavily in New Mexico’s air-permit review.
Doña Ana County to spend up to $489K on outside fiscal oversight after scathing state audit
Doña Ana County will spend up to $489,000 from reserves on outside fiscal oversight after a state audit found systemic failures in financial controls, procurement and grant administration.
DACC students may qualify for $500 stipends for completing aerospace, AI courses
DACC students enrolled in select aerospace and artificial intelligence courses may qualify for $500 stipends after successfully completing their classes this fall.
Deming student on track to earn two WNMU trade certificates before high school graduation
A Deming High School student is on track to graduate with WNMU welding and electrical certificates through the university’s dual enrollment technical program.
New Mexico food banks describe significant increase in demand after federal food aid cuts
New Mexico food banks report sharply higher demand as SNAP changes and rising grocery costs strain families, with Roadrunner Food Bank up 79% year over year.
Las Cruces firefighters respond to two structure fires Friday
Las Cruces firefighters responded to two structure fires Friday, rescuing three pets from one home and quickly controlling a second fire at an abandoned mobile home.
GISD wants to hear from families. Here’s how their feedback could shape what comes next
GISD families and community members have until Aug. 23 to complete a survey that will help shape district priorities under Superintendent Nubia Tarazona’s 100-day plan.
Three Las Cruces men plead guilty to federal firearms charges after Young Park shooting
Three Las Cruces men pleaded guilty to federal firearms charges stemming from a September 2025 shooting investigation near Young Park and Hermosa Heights Elementary.
Former Las Cruces teacher indicted in second case involving another minor
Former Las Cruces teacher Wyatt Cornelius faces two additional felony sexual-contact charges involving a different minor while remaining jailed in an earlier case.
Republican Truth Commission members question removal of Haaland reference from interim report
Two New Mexico Truth Commission members say a reference to Deb Haaland was removed from an interim report without their approval. Commission Chair Andrea Romero disputes their characterization.
From phone pockets to TikTok: GISD revisits cellphone rules
GISD is revisiting student cellphone rules after officials described inconsistent classroom practices ranging from phone storage to TikTok and Snapchat use.
New Mexico State Ethics Commission announces settlement with group behind Project Jupiter mailers
The New Mexico State Ethics Commission reached a settlement with Elevate New Mexico, the group behind pro-Project Jupiter mailers and ads, requiring lobbying and campaign finance disclosures.
Chaparral residents invited to weigh in on community center expansion
Doña Ana County will hold an Aug. 19 community meeting in Chaparral to gather feedback on plans to expand the Delores Wright Community Center and Senior Center.
Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center activity pool reopens after repairs
The Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center activity pool reopened Aug. 13 and resumed normal operational hours after repairs were completed.
Domenici Public Policy Conference returns to Las Cruces after eight-year hiatus
NMSU is reviving the Domenici Public Policy Conference Sept. 8-9 in Las Cruces with national leaders, policy experts and candidates discussing major issues shaping the country.
New Mexico acquires nearly 11,000 acres for new Mimbres Valley wildlife area
New Mexico has acquired nearly 11,000 acres in the Mimbres Valley for a new wildlife management area bordering the Gila National Forest.
