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An 18-year-old Las Cruces man is accused of shooting another teen during a planned burglary, then hiding evidence, according to a criminal complaint filed Tuesday in Doña Ana County Magistrate Court.
At a Tuesday briefing, LCPD released body-camera video from the Oct. 9 shooting outside Chili’s on South Telshor. Police say a man identified as Philip Mullen advanced with a hammer despite commands; he died at the scene.
The NMSU STEM Outreach Center continues programs to help children grow and thrive through hands-on experiences, outreach in local schools and community STEM events.
The Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery will feature oil painter Linda Hagen and woodturner Richard Spellenberg throughout November, alongside an O’Keeffe-themed event and film screening at the Fountain Theatre.
Las Cruces begins updating its Downtown Master Plan, inviting public feedback Oct. 20–24 through meetings at Amador Live.
Ruiz to host community sessions on upcoming LCPS bond, mill levy election
‘Toys in the Attic’ at Branigan Cultural Center shows toys, books and games from 1900 to the 1970s. On view Oct. 18–Jan. 24, 2026.
Artists in Las Cruces, Doña Ana County and nearby areas can apply by Nov. 2, 2025, to have their work featured on bus-shelter panels citywide.
Las Cruces is taking public comment on a draft Metropolitan Redevelopment Area plan for West Picacho and Motel Boulevard through Oct. 29, 2025.
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