LCPS grading proposal faces board pushback over homework deadlines, teacher autonomy
LCPS board members challenged proposed grading changes Oct. 20, prompting revisions and clarification of the district's existing 40% minimum grading rule.
NMSU researcher’s team finds supermassive black holes may help form massive planets
NMSU astronomer Wladimir Lyra and collaborators found that disks around supermassive black holes may create massive planets, stars and black holes through a newly modeled formation process.
LCPS secures $3.5 million in state grants for solar projects at four schools
Las Cruces Public Schools outlines solar parking canopy projects at four campuses, including a 393-panel system expected to offset Conlee Community Elementary School's electricity use.
Las Cruces fire stations to offer free glow sticks for Halloween safety
Las Cruces firefighters will distribute free glow sticks Oct. 31 as police and fire officials share safety tips for trick-or-treaters, families and motorists.
‘They are totally sacrificing us’: Proposed 6-12 school in Las Cruces draws community pushback
Parents and students challenge LCPS' proposed 6-12 academy as Searchlight New Mexico investigates state approval requirements, finances and school staffing.
WNMU haunted house returns Oct. 30 for Halloween festivities in Silver City
Western New Mexico University's annual haunted house returns to Silver City on Oct. 30, with admission ranging from $2 to $10 and ages 10 and older recommended.
Las Cruces police investigate murder-suicide; five children were inside home
Las Cruces police say Angelica Aguirre and Shane Perez died Saturday in an apparent murder-suicide on Calle Libertad. Five children were inside the home.
Las Cruces City Council to revisit Amador Live property after unsuccessful search for new operator
Las Cruces councilors will discuss new options for the former Amador Live property Oct. 26 after an unsuccessful search for a tenant or developer.
Aggies fall 2-1 at Western Kentucky after late goal breaks tie
NM State women's soccer fell 2-1 at Western Kentucky despite Sydnee Johnson's second-half equalizer. The Aggies host Jax State on Oct. 31.
County seeks applicants for Public Art Advisory Board vacancy
A resignation has opened a seat on Doña Ana County's seven-member Public Art Advisory Board, which meets quarterly and advises on public art installations.
Meta grant funds NMSU virtual reality training for K-12 educators
A Meta grant is funding new NMSU Global Campus virtual reality training courses designed to help K-12 educators integrate immersive technology into classrooms.
Sunland Park delays Valencia Park rezoning, narrower lot request until Nov. 17
Sunland Park postponed a Valencia Park subdivision rezoning and lot-width variance until Nov. 17 after planning officials disagreed on the two requests.
DACC wins gold, bronze awards for promotional video and student magazine
Doña Ana Community College earned two regional marketing awards for its Apple Distinguished School video and student-produced Vox magazine.
NMSU research centers celebrate fall with outreach events
NMSU agricultural science centers hosted fall learning events featuring farm demonstrations, pumpkin patches and hands-on activities for elementary students.
WNMU opens escape room to public to support student food security
Western New Mexico University will host a free public escape room Oct. 26 in Silver City, encouraging donations to support student food security.
LCPS superintendent to outline district priorities in Oct. 28 address
Las Cruces Public Schools will hold its 2026 State of the District address Oct. 28, with Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz outlining priorities and challenges.
Sunland Park's first permanent food pantry nears completion, aims to serve hundreds of families
A permanent food pantry nearing completion in Sunland Park could initially serve 500 to 600 families, expanding food access beyond existing mobile distributions.
NMSU Ph.D. student finds proof of rare wild cat in northern New Mexico
NMSU doctoral student William Grooms photographed a rare Canada lynx in northern New Mexico during a study of forest conditions and wildlife habitat.
