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Doña Ana County and Las Cruces are ending their contract with AMR and launching a regional fire-based EMS system. Local fire departments will handle ambulance transports by fall.
During a June 23 work session, the Las Cruces City Council reviewed how opioid settlement funds could be used to support prevention and recovery. Officials also discussed a draft redevelopment plan for the El Paseo and South Solano corridor.
Las Cruces City Council approved new zoning for the Sonoma Ranch North area and renewed contracts for employee uniforms and legislative lobbying during its June 16 meeting.
Cooling stations in Las Cruces will operate modified hours through Saturday, June 21, with limited availability Thursday due to the Juneteenth holiday.
Las Cruces was selected for a federal heat pump pilot project, but city officials say they’ve been ghosted by the U.S. Department of Energy — and the promised funding still hasn’t arrived.
City of Las Cruces cooling stations will remain open through Wednesday, June 18, as the National Weather Service forecasts highs above 100 degrees. Six locations will offer temporary relief from the heat.
Las Cruces Public Libraries’ 2025 Summer Reading Program begins June 1 with a “Color Our World” theme, prizes for readers of all ages, and a community kickoff party June 7.
Las Cruces police released new details and video from a May 8 shooting involving an officer and 18-year-old Josiah Perrault. Officials say the case highlights rising teen gun violence in the area.
Las Cruces City Council heard updates from Visit Las Cruces and city lobbyists on May 12, highlighting tourism growth, legislative wins and $13.8M in capital project funding.
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