Las Cruces man sentenced to more than four years after probation revoked
Jesus Moreno was sentenced to four years and 171 days in prison after probation violations stemming from a July kidnapping arrest and police chase in Las Cruces.
New Mexico Supreme Court upholds Doña Ana County man's child sex crime convictions
New Mexico's Supreme Court upheld Rafael Arias' six child sex crime convictions, rejecting his challenge based on recanted testimony and alleged trial errors.
House passes bill to expand benefits for combat-injured veterans
The House passed the Major Richard Star Act 392-18, advancing expanded retirement benefits for combat-injured veterans. The bill now awaits Senate action.
Why does Las Cruces need $1.1 million to repair Amador Live?
Why does seven-year-old Amador Live need $1.1 million in repairs? City records reveal deterioration, unfinished construction and oversight failures.
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Project Jupiter monitoring committee to discuss water meeting plans Nov. 21
Project Jupiter's Community Monitoring Committee will meet Nov. 21 in Sunland Park to discuss water usage, bylaws and future public information meetings.
NMSU releases free screwworm guide as New Mexico cases climb to 41
NMSU has published a free New World screwworm guide as confirmed cases reach 41 across eight New Mexico counties, including Doña Ana.
Loud booms, Santa Teresa Country Club fire under investigation
Fire investigators are examining a Santa Teresa Country Club blaze and reports of loud booms hours earlier. The FBI is assisting the investigation.
WNMU social work student turns nursing experience into a new career
WNMU student Desiree Woodard will earn her social work master’s degree in December, building on years in nursing and family caregiving.
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Why does Las Cruces need $1.1 million to repair Amador Live?
Why does seven-year-old Amador Live need $1.1 million in repairs? City records reveal deterioration, unfinished construction and oversight failures.
Doña Ana County clerk details why Sunland Park's $8.25M bond questions missed ballot
Doña Ana County Clerk Amanda López Askin explains why Sunland Park's $8.25 million bond questions were omitted from the Nov. 3 ballot.
Public Safety
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Las Cruces man sentenced to more than four years after probation revoked
Jesus Moreno was sentenced to four years and 171 days in prison after probation violations stemming from a July kidnapping arrest and police chase in Las Cruces.
New Mexico Supreme Court upholds Doña Ana County man's child sex crime convictions
New Mexico's Supreme Court upheld Rafael Arias' six child sex crime convictions, rejecting his challenge based on recanted testimony and alleged trial errors.
Project Jupiter
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Project Jupiter monitoring committee to discuss water meeting plans Nov. 21
Project Jupiter's Community Monitoring Committee will meet Nov. 21 in Sunland Park to discuss water usage, bylaws and future public information meetings.
Data centers raise Southwest power costs, study finds as Heinrich seeks ratepayer protections
Research estimates data centers raised Southwest wholesale power prices 8.6%. Sen. Martin Heinrich backs legislation to protect utility customers from grid costs.
Education
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NMSU Physical Science Laboratory marks 80 years of aerospace, defense research
NMSU's Physical Science Laboratory celebrates 80 years, tracing its evolution from White Sands rocket testing to modern aerospace and defense research.
DACC to celebrate first-generation college students Nov. 12 in Las Cruces
Doña Ana Community College will host a free, public celebration of first-generation college students Nov. 12 at its Espina Campus in Las Cruces.
Community
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Las Cruces seeks public input on homelessness, substance abuse and mental health Nov. 17
Las Cruces will host a Nov. 17 community listening session on homelessness, substance abuse and mental health at Central Elementary. Recording consent is required.
DACC seeks student artwork for spring 2027 exhibits at two campuses
Doña Ana Community College is accepting student artwork for spring 2027 exhibits at its East Mesa and Espina campuses. Submissions are due Dec. 11.
