What is 'fire-based EMS,' and how will it change ambulance response?
Doña Ana County, Las Cruces, Sunland Park and Mesilla will nearly double ambulance coverage as they shift to a fire-based EMS model ahead of AMR’s exit this fall.
Las Cruces, Doña Ana County to end AMR contract and launch regional EMS system
Doña Ana County and Las Cruces are ending their contract with AMR and launching a regional fire-based EMS system. Local fire departments will handle ambulance transports by fall.
OPINION: Rooted in community, rising nationally: How southern New Mexico is leading the GBI conversation
Leaders behind southern New Mexico’s Family Prosperity GBI pilot reflect on national recognition at the 2025 BIG Conference and how local guaranteed income efforts are shaping federal policy conversations.
Heinrich says land sale language removed from Republican bill following public outcry
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich says GOP-backed public land sales were removed from the “Big, Beautiful Bill” after widespread public backlash.
NMSU Global Campus launches 'Lead with Your Story' microlearning course
NMSU Global Campus has launched a new microlearning course, “Lead with Your Story,” to help participants build compelling personal narratives for interviews, pitches and professional settings.
DOJ report: 38 people charged with trespassing in New Mexico’s border military zone
The U.S. Attorney’s Office in New Mexico filed 38 new charges this week against individuals accused of entering a restricted border military zone, alongside other immigration-related prosecutions.
16 new firefighters graduate from Las Cruces academy
The Las Cruces Fire Department has graduated 16 cadets from its 38th Fire Academy. Some will begin field work this week, while others complete EMT certification.
City updates on $9.8 million opioid settlement funds, unveils draft redevelopment plan for El Paseo-South Solano area
During a June 23 work session, the Las Cruces City Council reviewed how opioid settlement funds could be used to support prevention and recovery. Officials also discussed a draft redevelopment plan for the El Paseo and South Solano corridor.
Measles confirmed at Luna County jail; scope of exposure unclear
The New Mexico Department of Health has confirmed five measles cases at the Luna County Detention Center. County officials say 87 detainees remain under observation and the entire jail is under quarantine. Transfers and releases are continuing.
