Researchers map New Mexico’s news deserts
Researchers created the first statewide map of New Mexico’s news deserts, revealing large coverage gaps across rural and tribal communities.
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NM AG Torrez pushes back at judge in Las Cruces police manslaughter case
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez pushed back after a judge ordered a new trial in the police manslaughter case of former Las Cruces officer Brad Lunsford, arguing that juror-bias claims rely on publicly available record and should not undo a February conviction.
NMFOG lawsuits target UNM and NMSU over hidden athlete-pay records
The New Mexico Foundation for Open Government and student journalist Nick Núñez have filed lawsuits against UNM and NMSU, alleging both universities violated the state’s public-records law by hiding Name, Image and Likeness and revenue-sharing agreements with athletes.
Lawsuit accuses Doña Ana County jail of using inmates as ‘training props’ in violent overnight raids
Six former detainees have filed a civil rights lawsuit alleging that Doña Ana County Detention Center’s Special Operations and Response Team conducted more than 100 violent “training” raids since 2023, using flash bangs, Tasers and psychological warfare on people awaiting trial.
Las Cruces man charged with multiple sex crimes after reported assault
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.
By the #s: NM lobbyists have already spent $1.25M this year — building on new record
New Mexico lobbyists have spent about $1.25 million so far in 2025, fueling a record year as interest groups amplify influence amid an active legislative session.
DACC dental clinic now accepting Medicaid insurance
Doña Ana Community College’s dental clinic is now accepting Medicaid insurance, expanding access to low-cost dental services for patients of all ages.
Human eyes last: How OMN uses AI in our newsroom
Organ Mountain News explains its approach to AI in journalism: tools may help with efficiency but human judgment always comes last.
Judge releases woman accused in Vado crash that killed two children under strict monitoring
A Doña Ana County judge released Christina Escobedo Arriaga on personal recognizance with GPS and continuous alcohol monitoring after an Aug. 10 crash in the 8100 block of State Road 478 in Vado that killed two passengers, ages 15 and 12, according to court records.
