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A Las Cruces police traffic officer uses a radar device while monitoring vehicles along Lohman Avenue during a traffic enforcement operation.

LCPD traffic operation on Lohman Avenue results in 29 citations

Las Cruces police focused on speeding, registration and insurance violations in Thursday afternoon enforcement effort

Community members participate in a Mamacítas Cibernéticas focus group in Chamberino, discussing digital literacy and internet access needs in southern Doña Ana County.

Mamacítas Cibernéticas highlight digital inclusion needs in southern Doña Ana County

A community group in southern Doña Ana County shared results of a digital literacy survey developed with support from Comcast.

A Las Cruces Police Department SUV blocks a road near Salopek Park as an LCPD officer and a fire engine from Las Cruces Fire Department are seen in the background at an active scene.

Crime

Third suspect arrested in fatal Salopek Park shooting

Las Cruces police arrested 19-year-old Esteban Muñoz, the third suspect in a Sept. 4 shooting at Salopek Park that killed Julia Clark and injured another man.

The United States Courthouse for the District of New Mexico in Las Cruces, located at 100 North Church Street, is shown with its exterior stone wall and the federal court sign in front.

Federal Court

Former magistrate judge tied to case as Las Cruces man pleads guilty in gun, evidence probe

Ortega-Lopez pleaded guilty to illegal gun possession and conspiring to destroy evidence; former magistrate judge Joel Cano and Nancy Cano face tampering charges.

LCPD

Las Cruces police offering free window decals for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Las Cruces Police Department is distributing free Breast Cancer Awareness Month window decals at its Front Station Office while supplies last.

A voter places a sealed ballot envelope into a transparent ballot box, guided by another person’s hand, symbolizing participation and civic engagement.

Doña Ana County

GO bonds aim to modernize amenities, strengthen communities in Doña Ana County

Doña Ana County voters will decide Nov. 4 on two GO bond questions to fund recreation, cultural and infrastructure projects.

The Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Administration Complex, headquarters of Las Cruces Public Schools, is shown from the front entrance.

LCPS

LCPS reports steady progress on five-year strategic plan

LCPS leaders reported steady progress on student growth, safety upgrades and wellbeing goals under the district’s five-year strategic plan.

Two armored performers stage a combat scene at a Renaissance fair, with one holding a flaming shield while the other strikes it with a weapon.

Las Cruces Events

Doña Ana Arts Council sets Nov. 8–9 dates for Renaissance Arts Faire at Young Park

Renaissance Arts Faire moves to Nov. 8–9 at Young Park in Las Cruces, with tickets on sale and additional fall programs at the arts council.

A worker operates machinery at a manufacturing facility, adjusting multiple spools of copper wire as the equipment runs.

Economic Development

Three Santa Teresa employers awarded $800K in state job training funds

Three Santa Teresa companies will share more than $800K in state job training funds to expand local manufacturing and workforce skills.