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New Mexico reports first case of human plague in 2026

SANTA FE – A Santa Fe County woman has died from plague—the first human case in New Mexico in 2026, the New Mexico Department of

Smoke plume from the Bear Fire rises above a forested area in the Gila National Forest as a firefighting vehicle sits in the foreground.

Bear Fire Burning in Gila National Forest

CATRON COUNTY – Firefighters are working to contain the Bear Fire burning in the Gila National Forest in Catron County. The wildfire is located about

Free back-to-school vaccine clinics open statewide through late August

More than 60 locations offer no-cost shots for children of all ages SANTA FE – New Mexico children can get free required back-to-school vaccinations at clinics

Public health offices closed for Juneteenth

NMDOH Helpline available during the holiday  SANTA FE – State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth, the holiday

State confirms first New World screwworm case in Lea County

Infested zone established to support safe animal movement EUNICE, N.M. – New Mexico animal health officials have confirmed the state’s first case of New World

New World screwworm fly shown with cattle and deer, illustrating risks to livestock, wildlife, pets, and rarely humans.

Screwworm Case Confirmed in New Mexico Dog as Officials Urge Pet Owners to Stay Alert

LAS CRUCES – A confirmed case of New World screwworm in a New Mexico dog is drawing attention from animal health officials and raising concerns

Booking photo of Sarai Ortiz, 31, who is facing charges after an alleged stabbing in Sunland Park.

Sunland Park Woman Facing Charges After Alleged Stabbing

SUNLAND PARK – A Sunland Park woman is facing charges after police say a confrontation ended with an elderly man being stabbed. According to court

Graphic showing 101-degree temperature with an exploding thermometer, announcing Las Cruces citywide cooling stations.

Las Cruces Activates Cooling Stations as Triple-Digit Heat Arrives

LAS CRUCES – With temperatures expected to climb into the triple digits this week, the City of Las Cruces has activated several cooling stations to

Water flowing from a kitchen faucet into a stainless-steel sink.

Long-Awaited Water Pipeline to Bring Reliable Drinking Water to To’Hajiilee

ALBUQUERQUE – A long-awaited water pipeline project is moving forward to connect the Navajo community of To’Hajiilee west of Albuquerque to the Albuquerque Bernalillo County

Illustration of the Albuquerque BioPark entrance highlighting ongoing improvements at the Zoo, Aquarium, Botanic Garden and Tingley Beach.

Albuquerque BioPark Continues Major Upgrades Across Zoo, Aquarium and Gardens

ALBUQUERQUE – Visitors to the Albuquerque BioPark are seeing major changes as a multi-year improvement plan continues to transform one of New Mexico’s most popular

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library in Las Cruces, host site for the Science Fair Summer student exhibit and science activities.

Science Fair Summer Coming to Branigan Library

LAS CRUCES – The City of Las Cruces Public Libraries is inviting students who participated in a school science fair during the 2025–2026 school year

Las Cruces City Hall, where city council members are considering repealing a controversial committee ordinance.

Las Cruces Council Moves to Repeal Controversial Committee Ordinance

LAS CRUCES – The Las Cruces City Council is expected to consider repealing an ordinance that critics say allowed certain city committee meetings to be

Suggestion box image encouraging public feedback on proposed Las Cruces Public Schools student dress policy changes.

Las Cruces Schools Seek Public Input on Proposed Student Dress Policy Changes

LAS CRUCES – Las Cruces Public Schools is asking parents, students, staff and community members to weigh in on proposed changes to the district’s student

Western New Mexico University Assistant Professor Caleb Loughran, Ph.D., whose rattlesnake research explores survival and social behavior.

Slithering Toward Survival: WNMU Professor’s Research Unlocks the Secrets of Rattlesnake Resilience

SILVER CITY – Western New Mexico University Assistant Professor of Ecology and Evolution Caleb Loughran, Ph.D., has published extensive findings decoding the survival and social

Danny Sanchez, 58, charged in connection with a fatal motorcycle crash on Interstate 25 near Comanche Road in Albuquerque on June 6, 2026.

Motorcyclist Killed in Interstate 25 Crash; Driver Charged with Homicide by Vehicle

ALBUQUERQUE – A 58-year-old Albuquerque man has been charged following a fatal motorcycle crash late Saturday night on Interstate 25 in Albuquerque. According to the

Entrance of Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City, New Mexico.

Jury Awards $13 Million in Death of ‘Star Trek’ Actress Nichelle Nichols

SILVER CITY – A Grant County jury has awarded $13 million to the estate of actress Nichelle Nichols in a wrongful death lawsuit involving Gila

Deming Police vehicle outside Popeyes restaurant for suspicious incident investigation

Deming Popeyes Employees Hospitalized Following Possible Exposure to Unknown Substance

LAS CRUCES – Authorities are investigating a suspicious incident at the Popeyes restaurant in Deming after two employees became ill following possible exposure to an

Jon Bon Jovi and Dorothea Bongiovi at JBJ Soul Kitchen, a nonprofit community restaurant focused on fighting hunger with dignity.

Beyond the Stage: Jon Bon Jovi and Wife Dorothea Use Rock Stardom to Fight Hunger and Homelessness

LAS CRUCES – When many wealthy celebrities spend their fortunes on luxury homes, yachts and extravagant lifestyles, rock star Jon Bon Jovi and his wife,

3 people in hospital after small plane crash at Doña Ana County International Jetport

According to our news partners at KVIA: Doña Ana Fire Rescue confirmed with ABC-7 a small plane crashed at the Doña Ana County International Jetport

Free Summer Produce Distributions Continue for LCPS Families

LAS CRUCES – Free fresh fruits and vegetables are available to the public this summer through Brighter Bites’ summer produce distributions at three Las Cruces

Ten First Responders Hospitalized After Possible Contaminant Exposure In Silver City

SILVER CITY – Ten first responders were hospitalized after responding to a possible overdose call in Silver City. According to the Grant County Sheriff’s Office,

State Restores Hotline To Report Abuse Of People With Disabilities

SANTA FE – New Mexicans will again have a direct hotline to report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Free Fishing Derby And Trail Volunteer Event Set For Saturday At Lake Roberts

GILA – Families are invited to Lake Roberts this Saturday for two free outdoor events hosted by the Gila National Forest. The Annual Aldo Leopold

Free car seat fitting station offered June 4 in Las Cruces

LAS CRUCES — A free car seat fitting station will be available to the public from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, June 4, at Sisbarro Buick-GMC,

Las Cruces City Council Approves Liquor License Request, Grants And Capital Project Updates

LAS CRUCES – The Las Cruces City Council approved a liquor license request, accepted two grants, amended the city’s capital improvements program and updated appraisal

LCPS Food Distribution Set For Thursday Morning

LAS CRUCES – Las Cruces Public Schools will host a drive-thru food distribution Thursday morning, June 4, for local families needing food assistance. The distribution

Primary Election Results Set Local And State November Matchups

LAS CRUCES – Unofficial primary election results from the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office show several Doña Ana County races are now set for

State Police Announce June Checkpoints Across New Mexico

SANTA FE – New Mexico State Police will conduct sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols, and registration, insurance and driver’s license checkpoints in counties across the state

Doña Ana County Awards Emergency Medical Services Contract for Detention Center

LAS CRUCES – Doña Ana County commissioners approved an emergency procurement contract Tuesday to continue medical and mental health services at the Doña Ana County

Investigators Rule Fairway Drive Explosion and Fire Accidental

LAS CRUCES – Investigators have determined that a May 28 explosion and residential structure fire on Fairway Drive in Las Cruces was accidental. According to

Doña Ana County Voters Cast Ballots In New Mexico Primary Election

LAS CRUCES – Polls are open today across Doña Ana County and throughout New Mexico as voters cast ballots in the 2026 Primary Election. Election

Smoking rates decline, but nicotine use is on the rise

SANTA FE –The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) calls attention to a shifting public health challenge in New Mexico: people may be smoking cigarettes

New measles case reported in New Mexico detention center

SANTA FE – A federal inmate held in the Luna County Detention Center has tested positive for measles — the sixteenth case in New Mexico

Remains Found in Carson National Forest Identified as Missing Taos Woman

TAOS – New Mexico State Police have identified human remains found in the Carson National Forest as missing Taos woman Melissa Casias. State Police said

Firefighters Extinguish Mobile Home Fire in Anthony

ANTHONY – Doña Ana County Fire Rescue crews responded to a residential structure fire in Anthony Saturday afternoon. Firefighters were dispatched shortly after 3:15 p.m.

Victim Found Dead After Explosion and Fire at Las Cruces Duplex

LAS CRUCES – One person was found deceased after an explosion and structure fire damaged a duplex in the 2600 block of Fairway Drive in

Missing Missouri Children Safely Rescued in Chaparral, NM

LAS CRUCES – Two children reportedly abducted from Missouri were safely rescued Tuesday in Chaparral, New Mexico, after a coordinated law enforcement operation involving the

Fast Response Keeps El Camino Real Fire From Spreading

LAS CRUCES – Las Cruces firefighters quickly contained a structure fire Tuesday morning on El Camino Real. Fire crews were called just after 6:15 a.m.

Doña Ana County Says Special Audit Will Help Strengthen Operations

LAS CRUCES – Doña Ana County says it is reviewing the findings and recommendations of a recently completed special audit, calling the process an opportunity

Southern New Mexico Traffic Report Includes I-25 Guardrail Work, University Avenue Repairs and Melendres Street Closure

LAS CRUCES – Motorists traveling through Las Cruces and other parts of southern New Mexico can expect several construction zones, lane closures and detours this

Youth Outdoor Soccer Registration Opening Soon in Las Cruces

LAS CRUCES – Registration opens soon for the City of Las Cruces Youth Outdoor Soccer League. The Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department will offer

Taos County Sergeant Killed in Crash During Reckless Driver Search

LAS CRUCES – New Mexico State Police are investigating a fatal crash involving the Taos County Sheriff’s Office that claimed the life of a sheriff’s

Suspect in Church Shooting Investigation Faces Additional Charges

LAS CRUCES – A 40-year-old man suspected of firing a handgun toward St. Genevieve’s Catholic Church earlier this month is now facing additional charges connected

New Affordable Housing Community Peachtree Canyon Opens First Phase in Las Cruces

LAS CRUCES – City leaders, housing partners and residents gathered today to celebrate the ribbon cutting for Phase 1 of Peachtree Canyon Apartments, a new

NASCAR Champ Kyle Busch Dead at 41

Kyle Busch, a generational talent who rose to become a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and one of the sport’s greatest drivers, died Thursday. He

Free Summer Meals Available for Children in Las Cruces

LAS CRUCES – Las Cruces Public Schools will provide free breakfast and lunch for children ages 1 to 18 at select school and community locations

Public health offices closed for Memorial Day

NMDOH Helpline available during the holiday weekend  SANTA FE – State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. 

DACC Celebrates EMS Week

This week is Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, and Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is proud to recognize its students and staff who are part of our EMS

Wolf’s Journey Through Southern New Mexico Highlights Wildlife Corridor Debate

LAS CRUCES – The movement of an endangered Mexican wolf from New Mexico into Chihuahua is drawing renewed attention to border wall construction and wildlife

Las Cruces Names Jimmy Moreno Assistant Director of Public Works

LAS CRUCES – The City of Las Cruces has named Jimmy Moreno as the new assistant director of Public Works. Moreno brings more than 20