Heinrich among 2 Democrats to back advancing Mullin for DHS secretary
Sen. Martin Heinrich was one of only two Democrats to vote to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin’s nomination for DHS secretary, citing their working relationship.
Oldest living U.S. veteran James C. Flowers honored at Las Cruces home
James C. Flowers, a 110-year-old Tuskegee Airman and the oldest living U.S. veteran, was honored at his Las Cruces home with the New Mexico Medal of Merit.
NMDOJ says Otero County broke the law when it met to extend immigrant detention contract
The New Mexico Department of Justice says Otero County violated the Open Meetings Act when it approved an extension of an ICE detention contract during an emergency meeting.
Judge allows lawsuit over Project Jupiter incentives to move forward
A judge denied Doña Ana County’s motion to dismiss a lawsuit over Project Jupiter incentives, allowing the case to move forward and ordering review of the county’s decision.
Firefighters respond to early morning house fire in Las Alturas area
Fire crews responded to a house fire in the Las Alturas area early Friday morning. Firefighters evacuated occupants and contained the blaze. No injuries were reported.
Indivisible Las Cruces plans 'No Kings 3' rally at Albert Johnson Park on March 28
Indivisible Las Cruces plans a “No Kings 3” rally March 28 at Albert Johnson Park. Organizers say the event will highlight civic concerns and stress nonviolent participation.
NMSU Library launches Loanable Technology Program to support student creativity, academic success
New Mexico State University Library has launched a Loanable Technology Program allowing students to borrow cameras, audio equipment and other tools to support class projects and creative work.
Woman sentenced to 10 years in prison in New Mexico after seventh federal reentry conviction
Federal prosecutors say a 60-year-old Mexican national was sentenced to 10 years in prison in New Mexico after pleading guilty to reentry following removal.
MountainView Regional Medical Center: Caring for you and the place we all call home
MountainView Regional Medical Center CEO Patrick Shannon details community impact, expanded services and healthcare investment in Doña Ana County.
DACC partners with NMSU to develop hydroponic plant system for Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
Doña Ana Community College and New Mexico State University developed a hydroponic plant system that will be used for research and educational demonstrations at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum.
Las Cruces man jailed without bond on felony strangulation charge
A 23-year-old Las Cruces man is being held without bond after police say he strangled a woman during an altercation at Hotel Encanto.
New Mexico reminds residents to file income tax returns by April 15
The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department reminds residents that state and federal income tax returns are due April 15 and highlights refundable credits available to eligible filers.
Texas man charged with strangulation, false imprisonment after alleged assault in Sunland Park
A 19-year-old Texas man faces multiple felony charges after Sunland Park police say he assaulted a woman and prevented her from calling for help during a domestic dispute.
Heinrich says New Mexico gas prices up 35% amid U.S. conflict with Iran
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich says New Mexico gas prices have risen 35% to an average of $3.67 per gallon and blames the increase on the Trump administration’s military actions in Iran.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens to speak at Boys & Girls Club Henson Breakfast in Las Cruces
Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens will headline the 18th Annual Lou & Mary Henson Community Breakfast on May 14 at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces.
Judge orders release without bond for former Mesilla Valley Behavioral Hospital nurse facing sex charges
A Doña Ana County magistrate judge ordered the release without bond of former Mesilla Valley Behavioral Hospital nurse Kayla Salcido while she faces multiple felony sex charges involving a juvenile patient.
Las Cruces man charged after stolen car crash leaves woman airlifted to El Paso hospital
A Las Cruces man faces felony charges after a Feb. 6 stolen car crash left a woman seriously injured and airlifted to an El Paso hospital. Prosecutors are seeking pretrial detention.
NMSU football player arrested on domestic battery charges tied to incidents in campus dorm
An NMSU football player was arrested March 13 on two counts of battery against a household member tied to alleged incidents inside Piñon Hall on the Las Cruces campus.
