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State launches campaign on gun locks, firearm protection

SANTA FE – New Mexico has launched a statewide multi-media campaign to raise awareness about two tools for reducing gun violence: free gun locks available

DACC Students Sweep State Competition

Seven students from Doña Ana Community College (DACC) are now headed to a national competition after winning first place at the recent SkillsUSA statewide event.

DACC and Local Union Partner To Upskill Workforce

A new partnership between DACC and a local union is offering a pathway for apprentices at the union to earn college credit while receiving on-the-job training. DACC

Employer Warning Leads to Arrest in Deadly Highway 550 Hit-and-Run Near Farmington

LAS CRUCES – A suspected impaired driver is facing multiple felony charges following a fatal hit-and-run crash Sunday morning in northern New Mexico, according to

Health officials warn against chicks and ducklings as Easter gifts

Chicks, ducklings linked to Salmonella risk SANTA FE – Seasonal cuteness aside, chicks and ducklings are a leading source of salmonella infections in young children. The

Albuquerque Adds Four More Speed Cameras as Enforcement Program Grows

LAS CRUCES – Motorists heading to Albuquerque should take note of new automated speed enforcement cameras that went live this week, adding four additional monitoring

Road Rage Shooting in Albuquerque Raises Safety Concerns Across Region

LAS CRUCES – A fatal road rage shooting in Albuquerque is drawing attention across southern New Mexico as law enforcement officials continue investigating the incident

Sobriety Checkpoints Planned in Doña Ana County During April Statewide Enforcement Effort

LAS CRUCES – Drivers in Las Cruces and throughout Doña Ana County can expect to see sobriety checkpoints and increased patrol activity during April as

State measles count rises to 15

SANTA FE – New Mexico’s measles case count has risen to 15, all linked to three county detention centers, the New Mexico Department of Health

DACC Offices Closed For Professional Development

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) campuses and centers will be closed for a college-wide professional development day. The closure will be on Friday, April 17th for professional development. This is an annual conference for all DACC

Oldest living U.S. veteran James C. Flowers honored at Las Cruces home

James Clayton Flowers, a 110-year-old Las Cruces resident, Tuskegee Airman and the oldest living veteran in the United States, was honored Friday at his home

Fire Restrictions Take Effect March 27 on BLM Lands in Socorro and Catron Counties

LAS CRUCES – The Bureau of Land Management will implement fire restrictions beginning Friday, March 27, on public lands managed by the Socorro Field Office,

New Mexico Agriculture Industry Surges Past $50 Billion in Economic Impact

 New Mexico’s food and agriculture industry continues to show strong momentum, generating more than $50 billion in economic impact in 2025, according to a newly

Veterans’ Services annual conference set for Las Cruces

New Mexico veterans and their families can get hands-on help filing benefits claims, connect with service providers and attend sessions on emerging treatments and mental

NM, KS host all-women Mexican beef genetics trade delegation

First trade mission of its kind underscores growing leadership of women LAS CRUCES, N.M. — In a first-of-its-kind effort emphasizing the growing role of women

Economic report: state’s agriculture industry shows growth

NM’s food and agriculture sector contributes $50B to state economy LAS CRUCES, N.M. — New Mexico’s food and agriculture industries generated $50.5 billion in economic

Shooting at Holloman AFB

One person is dead and another injured following a shooting Tuesday evening at Holloman Air Force Base near Alamogordo. Officials say the base was placed

Attempted Kidnapping Near NMSU Triggers Safety Alert, Increased Patrols

LAS CRUCES – University police are searching for a suspect after an attempted kidnapping near the New Mexico State University campus Tuesday night March 17th.

State measles count rises to 13

Increase in cases a reminder to check records and get vaccinated  SANTA FE – New Mexico’s measles case count has risen to 13, all linked

Rabid Bobcat Found in Sierra County Prompts Health Alert in Southern New Mexico

LAS CRUCES – A bobcat in Sierra County has tested positive for rabies, marking the first confirmed animal rabies case in New Mexico for 2026, according

Residents Invited to Speak Out on Arsenic Concerns in Sunland Park Drinking Water

LAS CRUCES – Residents in southern Doña Ana County are being invited to speak directly with state officials as concerns grow over arsenic contamination in

Classifications Recognize Student Success at DACC

Classifications designated by two organizations measure student success at Doña Ana Community College (DACC). The classifications have been compiled by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and The American Council on

DACC Program Enrollment Increases As Adult Ed Ranking Improves

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) has been seeing an increase in enrollment in its Adult Education Program, just as the state of New Mexico issued

DACC And UA Local 412 Enter Into Partnership

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) and UA Local 412 are entering into a partnership to help college students in their future careers. The two entities will sign a memorandum of

DACC Helps Develop Plant System For Farm & Ranch Museum

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) has partnered with New Mexico State University (NMSU) to develop a state-of-the-art system that will grow plants fast and more efficient. DACC’s lead faculty

First rabies case of 2026 reported in New Mexico

SANTA FE – A bobcat in Sierra County has tested positive for rabies – the first animal rabies case in the state in 2026.  The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)

Hantavirus confirmed in Santa Fe County resident

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health reported a Santa Fe County resident was hospitalized with hantavirus pulmonary syndrome – the first case

Dog diagnosed with plague in Santa Fe County

SANTA FE – A Santa Fe County dog has been diagnosed with plague – the first animal plague case in the state in 2026. The New

DACC Clinic Now Offering Dental Appointments

Dental care is available for the community at a low-cost at Doña Ana Community College (DACC)’s dental clinic. The facility is open for appointments for those seeking high-quality dental services with

DACC Volleyball Registration Open

Calling all volleyball players, Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is looking for competitors to participate in its upcoming volleyball tournament to support the college’s diaper bank. The college’s

New measles case reported in New Mexico detention center

SANTA FE – A federal inmate held in the Doña Ana County Detention Center has tested positive for measles – bringing the total number of 2026 measles

NMDA hires new director of Veterinary Diagnostic Services

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A former federal wildlife disease expert is now leading New Mexico’s Veterinary Diagnostic Services (VDS) Division, bringing specialized experience in animal disease

NMDA marketing specialist honored as Collaborator of the Year

WUSATA underlines NM leadership in international trade LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) is proud to announce that Marketing Specialist

Officer-Involved Shooting Under Investigation

Officer-Involved Shooting Under Investigation Las Cruces, NM — The Las Cruces Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Sunday, Feb. 8, with

Health Department expands school-based health centers

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health is celebrating National School-Based Health Center Awareness Month this February by highlighting significant growth in school-based health

New Federal SNAP Rules Prompt State-Funded Food Assistance

SANTA FE — New Mexico is launching a temporary, state-funded food assistance program in response to new federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program rules that will

Multi-Vehicle Crash Injures Seven, Two Critically

Las Cruces police are continuing to investigate a four-vehicle crash that resulted in critical injuries to two pedestrians and non-life-threatening injuries to five motorists. The

Police Seek to ID Commercial Burglary Suspect

Crime Stoppers of Las Cruces and Dona Ana County is asking for help identifying a man who is suspected of burglarizing a local business at

Parks & Recreation will offer a one-week Spring Break camp

2 camp locations! Jornada Elementary, 3400 Elks Drive. Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center, 304 W. Bell Avenue. Both consist of fun indoor/outdoor play, breakfast, lunch,

Health department warns against consuming raw dairy products

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health is warning New Mexicans to avoid raw dairy products following the death of a newborn from

Free Scholarship Event to be Held at DACC

Several Doña Ana Community College (DACC) students will begin their next college semester with extra funds, part of the annual DACC Scholarship Riches event. This is the third year of this event where nearly double the number of students can win

Doña Ana County/DACC Sign Water Technology MOU

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) and Doña Ana County have entered an agreement where DACC students will be hired as paid interns to work for the county. The county and DACC signed

DACC Students/Community Participate in Global Gaming Event

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is taking on the world of gaming. Several college students participated in a global gaming event this weekend, joining thousands around the world. Students and members of the public participated in

State promotes children’s dental health

SANTA FE — February is Children’s Dental Health Month and the New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMDOH) Office of Oral Health is raising awareness about

31st Annual Springfest 2026!

Does Your Business or Organization Want to Be Part of the Greatest Egg Hunt in the Southwest? Join the community tradition as Springfest celebrates its

Officer Alerts Resident to Fire; Firefighters Contain Blaze on Evans Drive 

A Las Cruces police officer helped prevent a potential tragedy after noticing smoke coming from a single-story residence while driving in the area of Evans

DACC Hosting Pickleball Passion for the Pantry Tournament

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is looking for those who like to play pickleball and make a difference in the community. The college is hosting the Pickleball

Doña Ana County To Hire DACC Students For Internship Program

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) and Doña Ana County have entered into a partnership for DACC students to be given internship opportunities in water technology that will

Housing New Mexico celebrates Turquoise Trail groundbreaking in Santa Fe Friday

SANTA FE, N.M. – Housing New Mexico celebrated its first multifamily development ceremony of 2026 at the Turquoise Trail groundbreaking today in Santa Fe, hosted by

Health Department urges vaccination as influenza cases rise statewide

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health is urging residents to get vaccinated as flu cases climb across the state and the nation.