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New(est) Math: Public Education Department approves re-envisioned high school mathematics pathways
The re-envisioned high school math pathways were developed by a working group after the 2024 Legislature passed House Bill 171 (HB 171).
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NMSU Aggie Fashion week, Annual Sustainable Fashion Show returns
As usual, students have recycled, repurposed and utilized different sustainable materials for this year’s show.
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Aggies’ Late Comeback Falls Short in Battle of I-25
Steady pressure at the plate kept NM State in the game, but the Lobos built an 11-6 advantage through five innings.
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View From the Other Side: Lobos Hold Off Aggies in Las Cruces to Secure Rivalry Series Win, 12-10
They’ll face NM State one more time next Tuesday at Santa Ana Star Field with an opportunity to sweep the four-game season series for the first time since 2022.
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Health officials warn against baby poultry as Easter gifts
Children who handle, snuggle, or keep poultry inside homes face increased exposure to Salmonella bacteria.
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NMSU earns multiple rankings in Best Graduate Schools list
NMSU is one of more than 800 institutions with graduate schools that’s surveyed by U.S. News on an annual basis.
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Border Security: Vehicle accident near Santa Teresa results in service member fatalities
Two of the service members were killed while one remains in serious condition at a local medical facility.
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NMSU students successfully complete side hustle course
The Construction Side Hustle course provided a structured, accessible entry point into entrepreneurship, particularly for those at the idea stage.
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Bunch Maintains Share of Lead to Highlight Round Two of CUSA Championships
Following 36 holes, the Aggie women’s golf team is slotted in fourth place on the heels of posting a score of 298 (+10) on Tuesday to bring their team total to 588 (+12) for the week.
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Breaking: Measles case diagnosed in Doña Ana County
The Doña Ana County case plus four additional cases among unvaccinated people in Lea County brings the total number of measles cases in New Mexico to 63.
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Albuquerque Man Charged in Connection with Arson Attacks on Tesla Dealership and Republican Party of New Mexico Office
According to court documents, in the early morning hours of February 9, 2025, the Tesla Albuquerque Showroom was targeted in an arson attack.
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Las Cruces Fire Department from 1915-2025
On Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, Jean and Wes Melo and the Melo Living Trust, of Roseburg, Oregon, gifted the 1915 Ford Model-T back to the Las Cruces Fire Department.
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Conference USA Tennis Championship Brackets Released
The Aggies have the opportunity to ride any momentum built during the season and take it right to courts without waiting.
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One Year On: Las Cruces Police Remember Marco Harrison Trujillo
Marco is no longer physically with us, but he remains in our hearts, thoughts and memories.
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Aggies in Third; Bunch and Garvin Tied in First After One Round at CUSA Championships
Individually, the Aggies finished the day with two of the three players at the top of the leaderboard after 18 holes.
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Governor Lujan Grisham signs budget bills with line-item vetoes
“These appropriations bills represent significant investments in New Mexico’s future, from education and healthcare to critical infrastructure.”
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Military Health Care Increases Force Lethality, Readiness
Ferrara said his priorities for the Military Health System are increasing the lethality of the warfighter, sustaining the skills of the medical force and ensuring accessible, high-quality and sustainable care.
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New Mexico Sounds Alarm Over Dismantling of Elections; Elected Officials at All Levels Issue Dire Warnings–Entire Bill Text Included
Voting should be accessible, secure, and fair—and changes to election law should never make it harder for citizens to participate.
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NM State Baseball Tips Hats on Jackie Robinson Day, Heralding Aggies Who Trod the Trail #42 Blazed
The New Mexico State University Baseball team recognized the anniversary of this day by sharing a few Aggies who have since traversed through Las Cruces to eventually ascend to the show that is Major League Baseball
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U.S. Attorneys for Southwestern Border Districts Charge More than 1,020 Illegal Aliens with Immigration-Related Crimes During the Second week in April as part of Operation Take Back America.
Last week, the U.S. Attorneys for Arizona, Central California, Southern California, New Mexico, Southern Texas, and Western Texas charged more than 1,020 defendants with criminal violations of U.S. immigration laws.
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Historic No. 9 chile is number one in Fort Selden’s chile garden
The New Mexico No. 9 was the first chile species that Fabián García (1871-1948) developed at New Mexico State University more than a hundred years ago.
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Governor doubles down on kids with historic $500M early childhood investment
The bill was sponsored by Rep. Doreen Gallegos.
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Governor Lujan Grisham signs 22 bills into law
A complete list of bills signed by the governor on April 10, 2025
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Feigin Earns Placement on CUSA All-Academic Team
Feigin is one of just six student-athletes across the conference to earn the prestigious honor.
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Enacting Law: New Mexico law lowering state employee health care costs signed by Governor, goes into effect July 1
Under SB 376, the state’s contribution to employee health insurance premiums will increase, significantly lowering costs for workers.
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Zhu earns CUSA All-Academic Team Honors
Zhu is one of just six student-athletes across the conference to receive the distinguished honor.
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Elam Powers Aggies to First Ranked Win Since 2020
Faith Aragon posted her sixth complete game of the season, holding the potent Lady Flames’ offense to just five hits and one run while also tallying six strikeouts.
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County Treasurer hosts offsite, convenient help Week of April 21
Residents will also be able to make payments, ask questions and take care of other tax-related property concerns.
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Governor Lujan Grisham signs 10 bills into law
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today signed 10 bills addressing a wide range of issues including worker protections, education, public safety, economic development, and community support.
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“Bridging the Badge” Highlights LCPD’s Traffic Unit April 15
The Bridging the Badge livestream begins at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, 2025, and can be viewed on the Las Cruces Police Department’s Facebook page and on the City of Las Cruces’ YouTube channel.
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NM State Finishes in Sixth to Conclude Regular Season
NM State ultimately finished sixth (+33) out of 12 in the event hosted by No. 19 Texas A&M (+3) which went on to win the event by nine strokes.
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The Psychology of Free: How a Price of Zero Influences Decisionmaking
“The best things in life are free.” –Coco Chanel
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Allen Theatres to Pay $250,000 in EEOC Class Age Discrimination Lawsuit Involving Health Benefit Plan
This alleged conduct violated the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), which prohibits discrimination in the hiring, firing, and compensation of employees 40 years old or older because of their age.
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Water Outage Planned for Brittany Estates and Estados Serenos April 15
Adjacent areas also may be affected by the outage. If water on your street is scheduled to be turned off, a door hanger notice will be posted a minimum of 24-hours in advance.
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Aggies Stymied in Sunday Defeat at FIU
The Panthers tacked on another run in the third before opening things up in the fifth.
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Governor approves $15.6 million for outdoor recreation and infrastructure
This $11.7 million investment will support outdoor recreation infrastructure projects that generate jobs, boost local economies, and enhance outdoor access across New Mexico.