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.
Deadly I-10 crash near Lordsburg linked to blowing dust
A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 in Hidalgo County Tuesday left one person dead and several others hospitalized. Officials say blowing dust likely contributed to the incident.
U.S. Attorney announces first convictions for trespassing in NM border zone
Two Mexican nationals pleaded guilty to trespassing in New Mexico’s newly created National Defense Area—a step that signals intensified militarized border control.
DACC launches mobile app to help students and community stay connected
Doña Ana Community College has released a new mobile app for iOS and Android, giving students, staff, and the public easy access to directories, deadlines, event calendars, and campus tools.
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.
