Category: Government
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Department of Public Safety requests $274 million
The FY28 request includes funding for New Mexico State Police officer communication and data-sharing software, patrol vehicles and equipment. [more…]
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City of Las Cruces Invites Community Feedback on Draft Strategic Plan Goals and Priorities
“This process started by asking our community what matters most, and now we want to make sure we got it right.” [more…]
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Public Works Crews Pump Floodwater, Clear Debris Near Goat Hill Road
Crews were also working at the Doña Ana Road arroyo crossing north of Goat Hill Road, where approximately four feet of sand and debris had… [more…]
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NMDOT Crews Clear Sand, Debris from Roads Following Heavy Rains
With the heaviest rains now passed, according to NMDOT, crews are working through affected roads as conditions allow, clearing material left behind by the flooding. [more…]
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Las Cruces Presents Housing, Development Projects to Legislative Finance Committee
Among the projects highlighted was the Mesilla Valley Community of Hope campus, along with City investments in affordable housing. [more…]
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New Mexico Environment Department to hold meeting on Sunland Park drinking water concerns
“We heard clearly from this community that rebuilding trust requires more than a one-time meeting or a short-term solution.” [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Calls on Congress to Protect Americans from Unchecked AI Development
“Across the country, we’re seeing undeniable evidence that the newest generation of AI systems can behave unpredictably and operate outside the boundaries developers intended.” [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Opposes U.S. Forest Service Proposal to Weaken Longstanding Motorized Travel Protections in National Forests
“New Mexicans hunt, hike, fish, and camp in our National Forests because they’re some of the best places in the country to do it.” [more…]
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State Emergency Operations Center prepared for flash flooding
“Sudden, heavy rainfall can become dangerous – especially in burn scar areas – so we’re putting resources in place to respond to any flash flooding… [more…]
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Doña Ana County Prepares Drainage System Ahead of Heavy Rain
The period of greatest concern is expected from Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. [more…]
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Mayor’s Bike Ride Set for Sunday, September 27, 2026
“This will be the thirteenth Mayor’s Bike Ride, having started in May 2014.” [more…]
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Con Cariño: City Utilities Workers, Park Rangers Recognized for Roadside Assistance
The recognition followed a message received by the City describing the employees’ assistance and teamwork. [more…]
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New Mexico Governor, Attorney General Respond to Supreme Court Mail Voting Decision
“The right to vote is a fundamental right protected by our Constitution and central to our democracy.” [more…]
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Governor travels to Michigan for Disagree Better forum
Gov. Cox launched the Disagree Better campaign during his tenure as chairman of the National Governors Association in 2023-24. [more…]
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Late-Night Call Sends County Road Crew to Fallen Tree in Garfield
The late-night response offered a glimpse at one of the less-visible jobs handled by County road crews, which can be called out after regular working… [more…]
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Justice Department Clarifies Duty of States to Report Known Illegal Aliens Under Welfare-Reform Law
All fifty states, the District of Columbia, and several U.S. territories currently participate in TANF and SSI, and federal TANF funding grants exceed $16.4 billion… [more…]
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County Launches Route Ready Road Network Resilience Plan
Community invited to identify hazards and share how they affect roads across the County [more…]
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City Seeks Oversight Committee Members
The Oversight Committee is a management advisory committee and not a public board. [more…]
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New Mexico sues FEMA for $61 million in wildfire compensation
“Northern New Mexicans shouldn’t have to worry about their safety every time it rains.” [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Kicks Off Trial Against Facebook Over Data Breach and Alleged Misuse of User Information
“Facebook’s data breach didn’t just expose private information, it revealed a pattern of misrepresentation about how user data was collected, shared, and exploited.” [more…]
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Training: City Cashiering Program Closed to the Public from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on September 10, 2026
The City’s Cashiering Program will be closed on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 9:45 AM to 1:00 PM for a training session. [more…]
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Las Cruces Winter Quarter Average Wastewater Calculation for 2027
How Las Cruces Utilities Calculates Wastewater Service. [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Files Responses Backing Emergency Petitions Challenging Project Jupiter Permitting Decisions
“The same rules must apply to everyone.” [more…]
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Governor appoints Joseph Cutts to Otero County Magistrate Court
Cutts brings 11 years of combined military service, having served in the U.S. Navy. [more…]
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Labor Day 2026: Open and Closed Services in Our Broader Community
Labor Day will bring widespread government office closures across Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, Sunland Park and the state Monday, Sept. 7, with regular business… [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Opposes Trump Administration’s Rapid and Drastic Overhaul of Nuclear Energy Regulation
“The NRC’s sweeping proposed rule changes would raise allowable radiation exposure levels, weaken monitoring and reporting requirements, and roll back a long‑standing standard, which is… [more…]
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Resident Thanks Las Cruces Utilities Crew Following Roadway Repair
“Again, thanks so much. I have a very positive view of the City and of you and your department.” [more…]
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City of Las Cruces Seeks Oversight Committee Member with Professional Management/Business Background
The Oversight Committee shall consist of three members who are city residents and who are not employed by the City, or in a direct contractual… [more…]
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New Mexico general fund to hit record $14.8 billion
“New Mexico’s revenue outlook continues to show strength and stability, reflecting a resilient economy despite the challenges facing New Mexico consumers and global economic headwinds,” [more…]
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Marisol Richardson Named Director Of Office Of Performance And Budget Prompting Resignation As County Treasurer
The Board of County Commissioners is expected to discuss next steps in regard to the County Treasurers Office at its regular meeting on September 22. [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Secures Court Order Temporarily Blocking Postal Service’s Unlawful Mail Voting Rule
District Court Judge Issues Temporary Restraining Order to Block Rule from Taking Effect [more…]
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New Mexico’s Secretary of State Responds to Court Decision
“The Court’s disposition… does not mean that any measure taken by the Government to implement the Order will necessarily be lawful. On that score, time… [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Sues United States Postal Service Over Unlawful Attempt to Interfere with States’ Vote-By-Mail Procedures
Lawsuit Seeks to Block Unconstitutional USPS Rule that Directs States to Overhaul Vote-by-Mail Procedures on an Impossible Timeline and Risks Disenfranchising Eligible Voters [more…]
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New Mexico sues feds to halt illegal water use, well drilling
State seeks injunction, payback for illegally diverting water for border wall [more…]
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Free Tire Disposal and Pet Vaccines Coming to Chaparral Aug. 29
Animals must be healthy and at least 3 months old to receive a rabies vaccination. [more…]
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Brad Weems Appointed Airport Director for City of Las Cruces
Weems holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Houston and is dedicated in promoting airport development to foster economic growth for the… [more…]
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Additional $35 million available for brackish water projects
“New Mexico cannot wait for water scarcity to dictate our future.” [more…]
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FAQs Live: City of Las Cruces Announces Q&A Series Schedule
Join the conversation and discover the people, programs, and services that help keep Las Cruces moving forward. [more…]
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Gov. Lujan Grisham appoints two new district court judges
Under state law, their respoective terms run until the next general election following one year after appointment, at which point she may stand for election to… [more…]
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August 17 Recap: City Council Advances Amador Crossing, Approves Two Liquor Licenses
City Council also approved the City’s June 30, 2026, quarterly (fourth quarter) financial report for submission to the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration,… [more…]
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County Opens Interest Form For Community Monitoring Committee Related To Project Jupiter
The committee will consist of 11 members total: two representatives from each County Commission district, as well as one additional member from anywhere in the… [more…]
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New Mexico protects 11,000 acres of wildlife habitat in Mimbres Valley
“New Mexicans rely on and value our public lands, healthy wildlife populations and the economic benefits they bring to rural communities.” [more…]
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Transportation Safety Action Plan (TSAP) Meeting Tuesday
The City of Las Cruces will share preliminary findings on crash data, traffic safety trends, and transportation challenges—and we want to hear your priorities too. [more…]
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County Invites Residents To Help Shape Chaparral Community Center Expansion August 19
Doña Ana County invites Chaparral residents to attend a community presentation and feedback session to help shape the future expansion of the Delores Wright Community… [more…]
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Fire Station 9 Concrete Pour for August 15, 2026
The work will take place on Sonoma Ranch Boulevard between Central Avenue and Santa Minerva Avenue. [more…]
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Amador Crossing HAWK Signal ProjectPublic Input Meeting September 3
Planned improvements include a new High Intensity Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) signal crossing on W. Amador Avenue at the Armijo Lateral along with new raised medians,… [more…]
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Griggs and Walnut Water Plume Open House September 17
A superfund is a federal hazardous-substances remediation program created by the EPA in 1980. [more…]
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Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández and Attorney General Raúl Torrez Announce Key New Mexico Transparency Provisions Included in Epstein Transparency Act
“Survivors have waited long enough for the truth.” [more…]
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N. Alameda Blvd, Hoagland Road Intersection Traffic Signal Public Input Meeting August 20
A public meeting will take place to collect input from and provide information to Las Cruces residents about the N. Alameda and Hoagland Road Intersection… [more…]
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Scam Alert: Fraudulent QR Codes on ChargePoint EV Chargers
If you believe you scanned one of these fraudulent QR codes or entered payment information, contact ChargePoint Driver Support at 1-888-758-4389 as soon as possible… [more…]
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Court Orders Meta to Pay $942 Million and Overhaul Protections for Children on Facebook and Instagram in Landmark New Mexico Ruling
“Meta built products it knew would fuel addiction, deepen a youth mental health crisis, and expose children to sexual exploitation, then lied to parents and… [more…]
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City Launches Transportation Safety Action Plan (TSAP) and Invites Community Input
This plan is the basic building block in helping improve overall roadway safety for all users. [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Files Petition to Intervene in Crownpoint Licensing Matter to Protect New Mexico’s Groundwater
“Protecting the groundwater that we rely on for drinking, bathing, and household and agricultural use is a very real priority for every New Mexican.” [more…]
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Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center Activity Pool Closed Until August 14
The Activity Pool is scheduled to be reopened to the public on August 14. [more…]
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State Engineer Threatens Licenses over Unauthorized Wells
“Our permitting process exists to protect the groundwater New Mexico families and farmers depend on — and we enforce it rigorously.” [more…]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Urges Congress to Preserve Federal Hemp Reforms and Prevent the Return of Intoxicating Hemp Products
We urge Congress to stand by their decision and keep these reforms in effect as we work to protect New Mexican consumers and businesses that… [more…]
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Nearly one ton of trash removed, thanks to the power of our community
Every cleanup makes a difference. [more…]
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State Continues Environmental Oversight at Former Gallup Refinery
The inspection was part of the state’s continuing oversight to help ensure remediation efforts remain effective and protective of surrounding communities and the environment. [more…]
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New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez Challenges U.S. Department of Justice Denial of Records Request in DEA Fentanyl Investigation
“The federal government cannot hide behind procedural excuses when New Mexicans deserve answers.” [more…]
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Church Commends City Streets Crew for Drainage Project
“On behalf of The First Presbyterian Church of Las Cruces, I want to thank your Public Works/Streets Department for their outstanding work refurbishing the French… [more…]

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