Driver sentenced to nearly 22 years after fatal crash during checkpoint flight
A man who fled a New Mexico Border Patrol checkpoint while transporting methamphetamine was sentenced to nearly 22 years after a high-speed crash killed a motorcyclist.
Discovery Scholars Program expands research opportunities for NMSU undergraduates
NMSU is expanding its Discovery Scholars Program to give more undergraduates hands-on research experience with faculty mentors and pathways to graduate study.
New Mexico Primary 2026: U.S. Senate
Matt Dodson is challenging U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján in New Mexico’s Democratic primary after being ousted from the state party.
Vasquez bill would allow SNAP to cover hot rotisserie chicken
A bill from Rep. Gabe Vasquez would allow SNAP recipients to buy hot rotisserie chicken, expanding food options for New Mexicans using assistance.
Police fatally shoot suspect during Las Cruces narcotics investigation
Police shot and killed a suspect during a narcotics investigation in Las Cruces Friday afternoon. The incident remains under investigation.
NM Supreme Court blocks El Paso Electric from recovering past losses through rates
The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled El Paso Electric cannot recover losses from 2021–2023 through future rates, protecting customers from retroactive charges.
Las Cruces tattoo artist indicted in sexual assault case
A Doña Ana County grand jury indicted Las Cruces tattoo artist Billy J. Porter on five charges. He remains jailed without bond pending trial.
White Sands National Park to host Navajo rug show April 25-26
White Sands National Park will host a free Navajo rug show April 25-26 with demonstrations, talks and handcrafted rugs from Hubbell Trading Post.
Independent candidate for NM governor Ken Miyagishima says he uses ‘policies from all parties’
Independent gubernatorial candidate Ken Miyagishima says he draws from policies across party lines, outlining positions on immigration, tourism and governance after leaving the Democratic primary.
