New Mexico will kick off 2026 with polar plunges and more
New Mexico state parks will kick off 2026 with polar plunges and other winter events, inviting visitors to start the new year outdoors at parks across the state.
New Mexico joins $9M multistate settlement with Hyundai, Kia over vehicle theft vulnerabilities
New Mexico will receive a share of a $9 million settlement with Hyundai and Kia that mandates free anti-theft hardware and restitution for eligible vehicle owners.
Anthony police chief Vanessa Ordoñez to depart at end of year
Anthony Police Chief Vanessa Ordoñez will leave her position at the end of the year, Mayor Diana Murillo announced, with the city planning a transition as a successor is selected.
NMSU students bring Pistol Pete to life
New Mexico State University students share what it’s like to portray the beloved mascot Pistol Pete, highlighting the role’s traditions, appearances and impact on student life.
Meerscheidt Recreation Center announces alternate public entrance during construction
Meerscheidt Recreation Center will shift public access and parking starting Dec. 29 as construction closes the front lobby, restrooms and water fountains.
NM health sticks by hepatitis B vaccine schedule, bucks CDC committee guidance
The New Mexico Department of Health says it will continue to strongly recommend hepatitis B vaccination for all newborns under the current schedule, even after a federal vaccine advisory panel voted to change its longstanding birth-dose recommendation.
Multi-Institutional NIH program at NMSU supports cancer researchers in the Southwest
A multi-institutional NIH program based at New Mexico State University is supporting cancer researchers across the Southwest through training, collaboration and shared resources.
Las Cruces man charged after social media post threatened school shooting
A Las Cruces man has been charged in federal court after authorities investigated a social media threat to shoot up a school and seized a loaded firearm and ammunition, according to court records.
Gas prices in Las Cruces drop below $2.25 at some stations ahead of Christmas Eve travel
Several Las Cruces gas stations are reporting prices as low as $2.19 per gallon ahead of Christmas Eve travel, undercutting county and statewide averages, according to AAA and GasBuddy.
