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Woman charged in deadly Vado crash granted release from jail after DWI crash
The 33-year-old woman from Mesilla Park, accused of driving drunk, crashing and killing two kids Sunday night, was granted release from jail. The story continues
Get Ready for Roswell to Take Flight!!!
We’re thrilled that the National Championship Air Races. The world’s fastest motorsport is soaring into Roswell, NM, from September 10–14, 2025!
No Drone Zone
White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico is designated as restricted airspace, prohibiting the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, commonly known as drones, throughout the
Safe Sleep campaign includes free Pack ‘n Play
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health is giving free Pack n’ Pay portable cribs to all parents and caregivers with children under
Dangerous heat wave to hit New Mexico this weekend
Temperatures may reach up to 107°F SANTA FE – Dangerously high temperatures are forecast across New Mexico this weekend, with many areas in northern and southern
DACC’S FOOD PANTRY UNVEILING EVENT
The public and members of the media are invited to an event to debut the unveiling of a new partnership for Doña Ana Community College
DACC RECEIVES NEARLY $80,000 JOURNALISM GRANT
Doña Ana Community College (DACC) has received a two-year grant to support and enhance journalism and journalistic skills in the community. The grant, Community News
New Mexico confirms first 2025 West Nile virus case
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health has confirmed a West Nile virus infection in a Valencia County resident who was hospitalized and has
Measles exposure reported in Santa Fe
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health reports that a child from another state visited New Mexico while infectious with measles. People may have
Astronaut Jim Lovell Dies at 97
Apollo 13 commander James Lovell, who helped turn a failed moon mission into a triumph of on-the-fly engineering, has died. He was 97 years old.
Students at DACC to Receive Free Access to Medical Services
Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is now offering free access to medical services for students. The college is offering free resources for mental and physical
DACC’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography Awarded Accreditation
Doña Ana Community College (DACC)’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program has been notified it has received ongoing accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health
Students And Families Welcomed Back To DACC
Doña Ana Community College (DACC) welcomes back its students and families with a bash. The college is holding three Welcome Back Bashes to celebrate the
DACC Food Pantry Receives Endowment
Doña Ana Community College (DACC)’s food pantry has received an endowment of more than $10,000 to help fight food insecurity on campus. The $10,500 donation
DACC Students Win National Awards At SKILLSUSA
A team of two Doña Ana Community College (DACC) students brought home silver medal awards from the national SkillsUSA championship last month in Atlanta, Georgia.
Holloman Airmen and 7th ASOS Respond with Aid After Flooding in Mescalero
Since the start of July, the communities of Mescalero and Ruidoso, New Mexico, have been affected by flooding due to a constant influx of thunderstorms
New Mexico syphilis rates drop 31% — first decrease in years
State’s targeted public health interventions reverse alarming trend SANTA FE – New Mexico achieved a significant public health victory with syphilis rates dropping for the
New Mexico green chile roast returns to D.C. for student scholarships
New Mexico State University alumni and chile enthusiasts in the Washington, D.C. area can pre-order authentic New Mexico green chile through July 31 for pickup
Call Center Establishe for Vado Flood Victims
To support residents impacted by the flooding in the Vado area, Doña Ana County has established a dedicated call center to answer questions and connect
Registration Open For Film Classes at DACC
Registration is still open for film classes at Doña Ana Community College (DACC)’s new Creative Media Technology building. Openings are open for the Film Crew
Stabbing Suspect Charged with Attempted Murder
The man believed to be responsible for a June 14 stabbing on Idaho Avenue has been identified and is charged with several felonies including two
Dog tests positive for rabies in Grant County
SANTA FE – A dog has tested positive for rabies in Grant County, the eleventh animal rabies case identified in the county since 2020. The diagnosis
Flooded Communities Seek State Help
Emergency warnings sounded twice during an interim legislative committee meeting Monday, as south-central New Mexico officials told lawmakers about ongoing dangerous flooding in their communities — and
NMDA to hold public hearings on proposed rule amendments
Meetings set for July 29 and 31 in Las Cruces and Albuquerque LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) will hold
BLM Albuquerque and Las Cruces districts rescind fire restrictions across public lands
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Due to increasing precipitation and higher humidity, which reduce fire danger, the Bureau of Land Management has terminated fire restrictions on public
Free Employer Roundtable With NM Workforce Secretary
New Mexico Workforce Solutions Secretary Sarita Nair will host an employer roundtable at Doña Ana Community College (DACC)’s Workforce Center on Wednesday, July 9th. The
NM Supreme Court May Have Changed Your Car Insurance
If you’re a New Mexico driver with car insurance — especially on multiple vehicles — a new Supreme Court ruling could change how you’re offered
Be careful with alcohol use this summer
SANTA FE – As temperatures and summer activities increase, so does the likelihood of binge drinking and the risk of alcohol-related accidents and injuries, which sometimes
New Mexicans can compare prescription costs online
Public portal now available in Spanish SANTA FE – New Mexicans can now use the public portal of the All Payer Claims Database (APCD) to
Measles detected in Luna County Detention Center
Five inmates test positive for virus SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health is investigating measles infections at the Luna County Detention Center
Luna County public health office provides back-to-school vaccinations
DEMING, NM – The New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMDOH) Luna County Public Health Office at 1510 S. Slate St. In Deming will be providing
DACC Wraparound Services Continue to Grow
Wraparound services continue to grow and are a priority at Doña Ana Community College (DACC). The college’s AVANZA program provides support and resources to students
Air quality may be unhealthy from Seven Springs fire
SANTA FE – The Seven Springs Fire, burning on Mescalero Apache Tribal land, is expected to bring heavy smoke that will create moderate to unhealthy
Air quality advisory remains effect for Trout Fire in Gila
Air quality zones expand from unhealthy to hazardous The New Mexico Departments of Health and Environment issue a continued smoke advisory for communities affected by
Applications open for NMDA Ag Workforce Program
Program paves way for agricultural careers LAS CRUCES, N.M. – New Mexico-based agricultural businesses may apply for internship funding through the New Mexico Department of Agriculture
State issues smoke advisory for southwestern New Mexico in wake of fires
The New Mexico Departments of Health and Environment today issued a smoke advisory for communities affected by the Trout Fire in the Silver City area
Wastewater testing reveals measles virus in Deming sample
SANTA FE – Wastewater in Deming has tested positive for measles, based on an analysis by the New Mexico Department of Health this month. The
Deaths in the New Mexico desert surge after Texas’ border crackdown reaches El Paso
Human remains discovered in New Mexico’s desert have surged since Texas launched Operation Lone Star, turning the El Paso sector into the deadliest stretch of
Possible measles exposure linked to travel in three counties
SANTA FE – Two travelers have been diagnosed with measles during their visit to New Mexico, leading to potential measles exposure in Bernalillo, Santa Fe
DACC Registration Open For New Students
Doña Ana Community College (DACC) has open enrollment and is now accepting applications from prospective and returning students for the upcoming semester. The college offers
DACC/El Paso Electric Commemorate Lineworker Partnership
Doña Ana Community College (DACC) and El Paso Electric Company (EPE) are celebrating a big milestone, 10 years of their electrical lineworker program partnership. A
Health Department helps children catch up on vaccines
SANTA FE – No cost back-to-school vaccinations are available from dozens of medical providers statewide. The annual Got Shots special immunization clinics will be held between June
NMSU-MÁS grant termination halts innovative STEM teaching program
A nationally recognized STEM teaching initiative at New Mexico State University has been terminated after federal policy changes targeting diversity, equity and inclusion forced the
DACC Food Pantry Summer Hours
Hours for Doña Ana Community College (DACC)’s food pantry, Comfort Casita, have changed for the summer. The pantry’s main location is at DACC’s Espina campus,
Thank You For Stuff The Bus 2025!!!
What an incredible day at Stuff the Bus 2025, brought to you by Nusenda Credit Union! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out
New measles cases in Sandoval County
SANTA FE- The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports four additional measles cases in Sandoval County, bringing the total there to six and raising
NMSU Loses $25 Million in Research Funding
New Mexico State University has lost nearly $25 million in research funding in the wake of recent federal executive orders aimed at reshaping how grant
Medicaid members have greater access to “quit smoking” services
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health and the New Mexico Health Care Authority have joined forces with BlueCross BlueShield of New Mexico,
New AI Traffic Signals Now In Las Cruces
Source: City of Las Cruces To smooth out the crawls and jams that choke the life out of our afternoon commutes, the City’s Traffic Management