New Mexico measles cases hit 100, health officials urge vaccination
State health officials report 100 measles cases in New Mexico, including three new infections in Santa Fe County. Vaccination remains the most effective protection.
DACC students to receive free access to medical services
Doña Ana Community College will offer free medical services to students this fall through TimelyCare, including counseling, doctor visits and prescription savings.
Fire damages home on Rio Arriza Loop in Las Cruces
Las Cruces firefighters contained a Wednesday afternoon blaze that damaged a home on Rio Arriza Loop. No injuries were reported.
NMSU welcomes students back with Crimson Kickoff events
New Mexico State University will welcome students back with Crimson Kickoff, a series of events from Aug. 15-30 including move-in, athletic matchups, concerts, block parties and the First-Year Walk.
Las Cruces police issue 37 citations during El Paseo Road traffic operation
Las Cruces police issued 37 citations in one hour along El Paseo Road on Aug. 14, including speeding, registration, insurance and cell phone violations. More operations are planned.
Activity pool at Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center closed for repairs
The Activity Pool at the Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center is closed until further notice, but other facilities remain open for swimming.
Failed GOP candidate gets 80-year sentence for arranging shootings at elected NM Democrats’ homes
Solomon Peña was sentenced to 80 years in prison for orchestrating a politically motivated shooting spree targeting New Mexico Democrats following his election loss.
City invites neighborhood, watch groups to August 14 meeting
Neighborhood and watch groups can register with the City of Las Cruces during an August 14 meeting aimed at boosting communication and collaboration.
State’s new broadband boss says satellite is ‘significant’ in getting New Mexico 100% connected
New Mexico has 90 percent high-speed broadband coverage, and the state’s new broadband director says low-Earth orbit satellite could help connect the remaining underserved areas by 2026 — with fiber remaining the backbone.
