Doña Ana County offering free sandbags ahead of forecasted storms
With heavy rainfall and flash flooding in the forecast, Doña Ana County is distributing free empty sandbags at nine fire stations to help residents protect their homes and property.
State hearings on Southern New Mexico water utility fines postponed
State regulators and Camino Real utility agree to postpone hearings on $250K arsenic‑fines affecting 19,000+ NM residents until this fall
New Mexico leaders reaffirm immigrant protections, as legal groups notice ‘uptick’ in ICE arrests
Legal groups are seeing more ICE arrests in New Mexico, but state leaders say immigrant protections still stand. Advocates urge affected residents to know their rights and seek legal help.
Tommy Black launches City Council campaign with focus on youth, veterans and community trust
Tommy Black, a former radio personality and longtime community figure, is running for Las Cruces City Council District 6. His platform includes expanding youth services, supporting veterans and restoring trust in local government.
Doña Ana County begins enforcement of short-term rental rules and new lodgers’ tax
Doña Ana County is requiring short-term rental owners to comply with local regulations and begin collecting a new 5% lodgers’ tax by July 16 or risk penalties.
Measles virus detected in Deming wastewater sample, health officials warn
New Mexico health officials detected the measles virus in a Deming wastewater sample from June 10. The state warns residents to check their MMR vaccination status as more cases may surface.
Story #500
Organ Mountain News marks its 500th story with a reflection on community impact, investigative wins and the road ahead for local, independent journalism in southern New Mexico.
In the Running: Who’s in, who’s out for the 2026 NM governor race
Six candidates — three Democrats, three Republicans — have filed for New Mexico’s 2026 governor race. Haaland and Bregman lead a crowded field.
DACC opens registration for new students ahead of fall semester
Doña Ana Community College is now enrolling new and returning students for fall, with programs in welding, IT, construction and more. Median salaries in these fields top $50K.
