What southern New Mexicans say they need from local news
A new Organ Mountain News assessment finds southern New Mexicans want clearer civic reporting, broader community coverage and stronger follow-through.
$31.2 million state investment will expand NMSU energy research center
A $31.2 million state investment will expand NMSU’s IDEAL Center for electric-grid research, clean energy testing and workforce development.
Las Cruces police to host public safety town hall with mayor, councilors
Las Cruces police will host a July 29 town hall featuring Mayor Eric Enriquez, all six city councilors and small-group discussions on public safety.
Energy expert tells NM lawmakers Project Jupiter could roll back air quality progress by 20 years
Environmental advocates told New Mexico lawmakers that Project Jupiter’s proposed fuel cell microgrid could erase more than 20 years of progress in reducing electric-sector emissions.
Elephant Butte remains open as falling water exposes debris, limits boat access
Elephant Butte Lake State Park remains open as falling water levels expose debris, create shoreline hazards and affect boat ramp access.
NMSU’s Atomic Aggies launch first two-stage rocket at international competition
NMSU’s Atomic Aggies successfully launched the 18-foot Crimson Comet II, the team’s first two-stage rocket, at an international competition in Texas.
Doña Ana County commissioners terminate Manager Scott Andrews’ contract
Doña Ana County commissioners unanimously terminated County Manager Scott Andrews’ contract without cause Tuesday, effective immediately.
Review: Why AMC’s ‘Dark Winds’ stands apart
Jack Davis reviews AMC’s ‘Dark Winds’ and considers how its Navajo setting, Native cast and cultural perspective distinguish it from other police dramas.
County to host virtual meeting July 30 on Chaparral trail project
Doña Ana County will host a virtual public meeting July 30 on proposed multi-use trail improvements along McCombs and Amparo roads in Chaparral.
Five Aggies named to 2026 Conference USA preseason watch list
Five NMSU football players were named to the 2026 Conference USA preseason watch list, including four returners and one newcomer.
NMSU students help Santa Teresa manufacturers cut energy costs
NMSU engineering students are helping Santa Teresa manufacturers identify ways to reduce energy use and operating costs through a DOE-funded initiative.
Heinrich urges tighter limits on prediction markets to protect tribal gaming
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich and 11 colleagues urged Senate committees to protect tribal gaming rights and state authority from unregulated prediction markets.
New Mexico land commissioner blocks Project Jupiter-related pipeline from building on state land
New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard again denied a request to build part of a natural gas pipeline serving Project Jupiter on state land.
Doña Ana County offers free spay, neuter clinics in three rural communities
Doña Ana County Animal Control will offer free spay and neuter clinics in Organ, La Mesa and the Village of Doña Ana from July 20 through Aug. 5.
Where things stand in Democrats' search for a lieutenant governor nominee
New Mexico Democratic Party leaders will vote July 25-29 to select a new lieutenant governor nominee after Maggie Toulouse Oliver withdrew from the race.
Vasquez seeks answers from NTSB on deadly plane crash near Ruidoso
Rep. Gabe Vasquez met with NTSB officials seeking answers about a May medical transport plane crash near Ruidoso that killed four people and sparked the Seven Cabins Fire.
CYFD denies that it refused to produce records in NMDOJ’s investigation
CYFD denied allegations that it withheld records, misused confidentiality laws and retaliated against critics during a state Justice Department investigation.
Las Cruces Public Schools releases 2026 meet-and-greet, open house schedule
Las Cruces Public Schools has released meet-and-greet, schedule pickup and open house dates for every campus ahead of the 2026-27 school year.
