LCPS releases graduation schedule, entry rules for Class of 2026 ceremonies
Las Cruces Public Schools released graduation schedules and entry rules for the Class of 2026 ceremonies at the Pan American Center.
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NM State Ethics Commission sues secretive group behind pro-Project Jupiter ad campaign
The New Mexico State Ethics Commission is suing a group behind Project Jupiter ads, alleging it violated state transparency and disclosure laws.
County seeks answers on Project Jupiter after reports raise questions about water use
Doña Ana County commissioners are seeking clarification on Project Jupiter after reports raised concerns about water use and whether project plans have changed.
New Mexico AG releases blistering report, announces lawsuit against state child welfare agency
A state report found systemic failures in New Mexico’s child welfare agency, including child deaths and retaliation claims, prompting a lawsuit seeking accountability.
Border Patrol agent accused of strangling handcuffed detainee, hiding body camera footage
A U.S. Border Patrol agent is accused of strangling a handcuffed detainee and hiding body camera footage in Doña Ana County, according to a federal indictment.
Santa Fe jury awards New Mexico $375M in Meta child exploitation case
A Santa Fe jury ordered Meta to pay $375 million after finding the company misled users and enabled child exploitation on its platforms.
NMDOJ says Otero County broke the law when it met to extend immigrant detention contract
The New Mexico Department of Justice says Otero County violated the Open Meetings Act when it approved an extension of an ICE detention contract during an emergency meeting.
Organ Mountain News publishes its 1,000th story
Organ Mountain News reaches a milestone with its 1,000th published story, highlighting continued reporting on public safety, public health and local issues across southern New Mexico.
NM lawmakers make another push for lobbyist disclosure bill
New Mexico lawmakers have reintroduced a lobbyist disclosure bill in the 2026 legislative session that would require lobbyists to publicly report which bills they are working on and their positions, aiming to increase transparency in state government.
