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Say ‘Boo to the Flu’ at no cost to you!

Drive-thru vaccinations for children and adults at local hospitals LAS CRUCES – Flu season is here – and so are two local hospitals back again to

Plague case reported in Bernalillo County 

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health reports a case of plague in a 77-year-old man from Bernalillo County, the second case of the

Falls main cause of injury-related deaths for Elderly

SANTA FE – Unintentional falls were the leading cause of injury-related deaths among older New Mexicans from 2019-2023, according to New Mexico Department of Health

Housing New Mexico presents awards to 14 affordable housing leaders at 2025 New Mexico Housing Summit

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Housing New Mexico representatives presented 14 awards to leaders in the state’s affordable housing industry at the 2025 New Mexico Housing Summit Friday,

Rise in overdose deaths and ER visits in three Northeast counties

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health reports an increase in overdose deaths and overdose-related emergency department visits during the first half of

DACC to Hold 5K For Suicide Prevention

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is doing its part to help prevent suicide through a run/walk. The college’s Student Government Association is hosting a Suicide

DACC to Host Halloween Costume Drive

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is asking the public for costumes so that children can experience a fun Halloween. DACC is hosting the 3rd annual

Touro College of Dental Medicine Announces the Grand Opening of its Dental Clinical Training Facility and Albuquerque Campus

New Mexico’s first pre-doctoral dental educational/clinical facility supports first class of 100 students and provides affordable dental care services to communities across the state Albuquerque,

Las Cruces Kids Get Creative with Their Emotions in New Inside Out-Inspired Art Workshop

Las Cruces, NM — September 2025 — This fall break, kids in Las Cruces will have the opportunity to explore their emotions through creativity at

Computer Skill Classes Offered to the Public

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is offering several classes to the public who are looking to enhance their computer skills. The classes are being offered

DACC Seeking Golfers for Annual Tournament

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) is calling golf enthusiasts for its 23rd Annual DACC Golf Tournament. The event will be held Friday, October 10th at

New Mexico removes barriers to COVID-19 vaccines

Statewide standing order makes vaccines available without prescriptions SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health has issued a standing order that expands access to updated

Amazon is cracking down on its free shipping benefits

Amazon customers who have relied on sharing Prime shipping benefits outside their households will soon see that perk come to an end. The company confirmed

New Mexico suicide deaths rise 9% in 2024

Prevention resources emphasized during Suicide Prevention Month  SANTA FE – Suicide deaths in New Mexico increased 9% in 2024 to 512 deaths, a jump of

NMDA, NM State Fair announce 2025 Farm and Ranch Families

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) and the New Mexico State Fair will recognize the 2025 New Mexico Farm and Ranch Families

Dental Services Offered At DACC

Looking for a low-cost dental clinic? Members of the public can receive dental services for a reduced-fee at Doña Ana Community College (DACC). DACC’s Dental

DACC Instructor Nominated For Chef of the Year

Doña Ana Community College (DACC)’s instructor for Culinary Arts has been nominated for Chef of the Year for New Mexico. DACC Culinary Arts Chef Tom

Nearly 900 DACC Students Receive Free iPads

Hundreds of students at Doña Ana Community College (DACC) received free iPads from the college to use for their educational journey. The free iPads were

Bravo Mic Communications at the 6th Annual JR Stewart 141 Foundation Golf Tournament!

Bravo Mic Communications and LasCrucesToday.com are proud to have supported the 6th Annual JR Stewart 141 Foundation Golf Tournament! This annual event brings our community

Las Cruces to Recieve $11 Million to Combat Homelessness

As reported by our neighboring news partner KVIA: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham says Las Cruces and Doña Ana County are getting $11 million

Fan-favorite food contests return to 2025 New Mexico State Fair

From salsas to cheeseburgers, fairgoers pick best bites in the state ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Some of the State Fair’s most mouthwatering competitions return with bold

NMDA announces new class of chef ambassadors

Chefs Windels and Griego to showcase New Mexico agriculture LAS CRUCES, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) has selected Chef Becky Windels of

Housing New Mexico announces new public comment process for environmental review projects

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M – Housing New Mexico has announced a new process for gathering public comment on environmental review projects related to federally funded housing and community

Shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota Leaving 2 Children Dead with 17 Injured

A tragic shooting occurred on the morning of August 27th at Annunciation Catholic School during morning mass in Miniopolis, Minnesota. Law enforcement stated the shooter

State Land Office to Host Four Public Meetings in Southern N.M. on Proposed Land Exchange with BLM

SANTA FE, N.M. – The New Mexico State Land Office (NMSLO) is hosting a series of four public meetings across Southern New Mexico September 22-25,

DACC Announces Partnership for Food Pantry

Doña Ana Community College (DACC) and FirstLight Federal Credit Union have entered a partnership to fund and sustain the college’s food pantry for years to

New Mexico reports first case of human plague

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health reports a case of plague in a 43-year-old man from Valencia County. The man was hospitalized

Youth-Adult Partnership to elevate youth voices in public health

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health is launching the Youth-Adult Partnership, a new initiative bringing together youth and adults from across the state

Expanded Country Store returns to 2025 New Mexico State Fair

Daily happy hours and local shopping including free samples ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Fairgoers can expect more local flavor than ever at the 2025 New Mexico State

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

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’ Play portable cribs to all parents and caregivers with children under

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

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

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