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Op-Ed: New Mexico’s anti-predatory lending law is working — but threats are looming
Opinion

Op-Ed: New Mexico’s anti-predatory lending law is working — but threats are looming

A Think New Mexico policy expert says the state’s 36% interest rate cap has saved borrowers millions, but warns new exemptions could weaken protections.

Katie Gutiérrez
An aerial view of the New Mexico State University campus in Las Cruces shows academic buildings and tree-lined walkways.
NMSU

NMSU earns national recognition in U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings

NMSU earned national rankings across multiple graduate programs in the latest U.S. News list, including business, public health and engineering.

Tatiana Favela
Andrew Yang speaks at a podium during a Forward Party event in New Mexico, with U.S. and state flags displayed behind him.
Politics

Former presidential candidate Andrew Yang launches NM Forward Party

Former presidential candidate Andrew Yang announced the New Mexico Forward Party in Santa Fe, with organizers aiming to recruit candidates and appeal to voters outside the two major parties.

Joshua Bowling
The exterior wall of Cesar Chavez Elementary School in Las Cruces displays the school’s name.
LCPS

LCPS continues to seek public input on Cesar Chavez Elementary name

Las Cruces Public Schools continues to seek public input on whether to rename Cesar Chavez Elementary amid recent scrutiny of Chavez’s legacy.

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Front-facing booking photo of Tomas Rivas, a young man with short dark hair, standing against a height chart background.
Courts

Judge denies new trial for Young Park shooter, sets hearing on alleged juror misconduct

A judge upheld Tomas Rivas’ Young Park murder convictions, rejecting claims of withheld evidence and insufficient proof while ordering a May 7 hearing on alleged juror misconduct.

Damien Willis
Construction equipment works near a “Blast Zone Ahead” sign along a section of the border wall at Mount Cristo Rey.
Immigration

Blasting begins for border wall on cherished New Mexico mountain

Blasting has begun on Mount Cristo Rey near Sunland Park, opening a new phase of border wall construction on one of southern New Mexico’s most revered landmarks.

Martha Pskowski
Firefighters working outside a two-story home during a structure fire response on Stagecoach Drive in Las Cruces
Local

Fire damages home on Stagecoach Drive in Las Cruces

Firefighters responded to a structure fire on Stagecoach Drive in Las Cruces, containing the blaze in about 20 minutes. No injuries were reported.

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Former Republican congressional candidate Jose Orozco stands outdoors near a river with mountains in the background.
Elections

Republican drops out of Congressional District 2 primary

Jose Orozco’s exit leaves Greg Cunningham as the lone contender in New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District primary.

Joshua Bowling
Las Cruces City Council members sit at the dais during a meeting as residents watch from the audience seating area.
City Council

Las Cruces City Council approves $25M in projects, advances $20M bond plan

Las Cruces City Council approved nearly $25 million in projects and advanced a $20 million bond plan funded by a voter-approved gross receipts tax increase.

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