Measles: Southern New Mexicans recall the pains of the pre-vaccine era
Residents of Alamogordo and Las Cruces share firsthand memories of measles before vaccines, as new cases in detention centers renew concerns about vaccination gaps.
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Felipe Hernandez files appeal, seeks release pending review of manslaughter conviction
Felipe Hernandez has appealed his voluntary manslaughter conviction in the 2023 shooting death of Teresa Gomez and is seeking release pending appeal, court records state.
County to fog seal roads across Doña Ana County in March
Doña Ana County will begin fog sealing roads across multiple areas March 2 - 31, with temporary one-lane traffic and short delays expected.
Homicide under investigation after overnight shooting in Doña Ana County
A 37-year-old man died and a 41-year-old woman was airlifted with serious injuries after an overnight shooting on Ivory Wing Lane. Two suspects are in custody.
Film festival to honor Mesilla mayor with ‘Hometown Hero’ award
Mesilla Mayor and Salud! Restaurant co-owner Russell Hernandez will be honored with the Las Cruces International Film Festival “Hometown Hero” award April 11, recognizing his contributions to the community and region.
Four inmates in southern New Mexico detention centers test positive for measles
A federal inmate at the Doña Ana County Detention Center has tested positive for measles as four cases are confirmed in southern New Mexico facilities, bringing the statewide total to five.
14-year-old airlifted after suspected shooting in Vado
A 14-year-old was airlifted to a local hospital after a suspected shooting on Fuentes Lane in Vado. Two persons of interest have been identified.
LCPS to host budget town hall March 5
Las Cruces Public Schools will host a public budget town hall March 5 to review and discuss the proposed FY 2026–27 district budget.
Grand jury indicts Sonia Jimenez in newborn death case
A Doña Ana County grand jury has indicted Sonia Jimenez on a charge of intentional child abuse resulting in death. An arraignment is scheduled for March 2 in district court.
