New Mexico Primary 2026: U.S. Senate
Matt Dodson is challenging U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján in New Mexico’s Democratic primary after being ousted from the state party.
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Vasquez bill would allow SNAP to cover hot rotisserie chicken
A bill from Rep. Gabe Vasquez would allow SNAP recipients to buy hot rotisserie chicken, expanding food options for New Mexicans using assistance.
Police fatally shoot suspect during Las Cruces narcotics investigation
Police shot and killed a suspect during a narcotics investigation in Las Cruces Friday afternoon. The incident remains under investigation.
NM Supreme Court blocks El Paso Electric from recovering past losses through rates
The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled El Paso Electric cannot recover losses from 2021–2023 through future rates, protecting customers from retroactive charges.
Las Cruces tattoo artist indicted in sexual assault case
A Doña Ana County grand jury indicted Las Cruces tattoo artist Billy J. Porter on five charges. He remains jailed without bond pending trial.
Independent candidate for NM governor Ken Miyagishima says he uses ‘policies from all parties’
Independent gubernatorial candidate Ken Miyagishima says he draws from policies across party lines, outlining positions on immigration, tourism and governance after leaving the Democratic primary.
Las Cruces man accused of firing gun during house party shooting incident
Las Cruces police say a 19-year-old man fired toward a vehicle during a late-night shooting outside a house party near Chinook and Mohican.
Person rescued after falling 60 feet into abandoned mine shaft in Organ Mountains
A person was rescued after falling more than 60 feet into an abandoned mine shaft in the Organ Mountains, with Las Cruces firefighters using a rope system to bring them to safety.
New Mexico Primary 2026: Democratic governor candidate Sam Bregman
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman is emphasizing his experience as a prosecutor and his focus on public safety, education and state oversight as he makes his case to voters ahead of New Mexico’s June primary.
