The Democratic frontrunners for New Mexico’s 2026 governor race have raised millions in recent months, with Deb Haaland reporting over $4 million and Sam Bregman $2.4 million, though filings remain incomplete.
The New Mexico Court of Appeals has upheld Jeremy Sandoval’s convictions for sexually assaulting his 8-year-old relative, ruling that alleged jury-instruction errors and other objections raised by the defense did not affect the verdict.
The Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of a bomb threat near the Government Center in Las Cruces. The building has been closed as a precaution.
Centennial and Organ Mountain high schools will meet Friday night at the Field of Dreams for their annual football matchup. LCPS will also reveal winners of its Grill & Thrill BBQ competition during halftime.
Doña Ana County has appointed Denisse Carter as its new economic development director. She brings more than 17 years of experience in regional business growth, trade and community development.
An 18-year-old Las Cruces man faces five felony charges after investigators alleged he assaulted a 17-year-old relative following a night of drinking at a family home.
The Doña Ana County Road Department will begin chip sealing multiple roads in the Brazito area Oct. 15 through Nov. 20. Drivers can expect lane reductions and brief delays.
A 20-year-old from Santa Teresa is accused of shooting his mother 11 times inside their home early Monday morning. Prosecutors have filed a motion to keep him detained until trial.
NMSU’s Nelson-Boswell Reading Series will feature Arizona poet and fiction writer Oscar Mancinas at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 in Milton Hall 171. A free reception will follow the public reading.
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