Vasquez wants to lock in rural broadband access — permanently
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez introduced a bill to permanently fund rural broadband, aiming to connect underserved areas with faster internet and better infrastructure.
Free outdoor movie series returns to downtown Las Cruces this summer
Las Cruces' free outdoor movie series returns June 14 with films scheduled through September. Screenings will take place Saturday evenings at 302 S. Main St.
What we’re hearing: Behind the scenes, we’re rethinking how stories travel
We’re rethinking how stories travel — from Bluesky outperforming X to our Sunday ICYMI push. Plus, a preview of our in-depth report on deadly dust storms on I-10.
New Mexico health officials warn of measles risk ahead of summer travel and events
Health officials are urging New Mexicans to get vaccinated against measles before summer travel and public events, as cases rise across the U.S. and in Chaves, Doña Ana, Eddy and Lea counties.
Free youth mental health first aid class offered May 14 in Las Cruces
A free mental health first aid class focused on youth will be held May 14 at the Doña Ana County Government Center. The 8-hour course helps adults support teens facing mental health or substance use challenges.
New Mexico voters to see major changes in primaries and marriage license fees
New Mexico will allow independent voters to participate in primaries starting in 2026. Meanwhile, marriage license fees will rise from $25 to $55 on June 20, 2025.
Las Cruces Public Schools to host final budget town hall meeting May 7
Las Cruces Public Schools will present its proposed 2025-26 budget and community survey results at a town hall meeting on May 7.
Organ Mountain High School sophomore wins congressional art competition
Troy Ainsworth, a 10th-grade student at Organ Mountain High School, won the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for New Mexico’s 2nd District. His painting will hang in the U.S. Capitol for a year.
Michael Ybarra guilty in Las Cruces child sex abuse case, jury finds
Michael Ybarra, 40, was convicted by a Doña Ana County jury on multiple child sexual abuse charges after being accused of assaulting a young relative. Sentencing is scheduled for later this year.
