Sheriff’s ‘Hits & Misses’ listening tour continues across Doña Ana County
Doña Ana County Sheriff Kim Stewart’s “Hits & Misses” listening tour is underway, with three remaining public meetings scheduled through Jan. 26.
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In final State of the State, NM Gov pitches collaboration (and universal child care)
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham used her final State of the State address to urge lawmakers toward bipartisan cooperation and push for universal child care as a top priority in the 30-day legislative session.
Legislative session opens today — here’s what matters first for southern New Mexico
New Mexico lawmakers open the 2026 legislative session today. Here’s what to watch first — and what could matter most for southern New Mexico.
NMDOT names District 1 snowplows ‘Chilly Changa’ and ‘DuckDuckOrangeTruck’
The New Mexico Department of Transportation announced winners of its 2026 Name a Snowplow contest, with District 1 — including Las Cruces and Doña Ana County — getting “Chilly Changa” and “DuckDuckOrangeTruck.”
House Democrats preview 2026 priorities as session nears
Days before New Mexico lawmakers return to Santa Fe, House Democrats are previewing what they want to prioritize in the 2026 session — and what those early signals could mean for southern New Mexico.
El Paso radio host faces multiple charges after court filings, released on bond
Court records show El Paso radio host Buzz Adams faces DWI, drug and weapon allegations from a Jan. 10 arrest. He was released Jan. 11 on a $6,500 bond.
Vasquez co-sponsors impeachment articles against DHS secretary amid scrutiny after Minneapolis ICE shooting
Rep. Gabe Vasquez has co-sponsored articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Kristi Noem as debate over ICE tactics and a fatal Minneapolis encounter continues.
Alamogordo man pleads guilty to $650,000 COVID loan fraud
An Alamogordo man pleaded guilty to defrauding federal COVID-19 loan programs of more than $650,000 using fake businesses and falsified records, according to court filings.
Council to vote on Las Cruces police pay raises tied to staffing agreement
Las Cruces City Council is set to vote Monday on a proposed pay increase for police officers under a labor agreement aimed at recruitment and retention.
