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Feeding the future of law enforcement: Cadets, recruits receive high-quality fresh food at the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy
“You can put a healthy meal out there, and if it doesn’t taste good, it doesn’t accomplish much because people won’t eat it.” [more]
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Funding forensic science is essential to keeping New Mexico’s justice system working
“You can run with the obsolete equipment right up until it no longer can maintain the quality level necessary to maintain accreditation.” [more]
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Centennial Student Wins Design Contest for LCPS’ First Student-Run Food Truck; Nutrition Services Warehouse Delivery Crew
“It feels really great that I’m going to be part of something really big for FCCLA.” [more]
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Fort Bliss Soldiers, Japanese Air Defenders Conduct Patriot Live-Fire in New Mexico
Shining Star is a recurring U.S.-Japan air-defense exercise built around Patriot surface-to-air missile live fires. [more]
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Volleyball: Aggies Rally Past Sam Houston for Five Set Victory
“We were more prepared to play today than yesterday and we managed to win but that doesn’t mean we were successful.” [more]
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NMSU College of Business honors 2026 Hall of Fame recipients, community partners
“The Business College back in the mid-1980s had several terrific professors who provided us with an education and a foundation that allowed us to compete with anyone in the world.” [more]
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NMSU Foundation announces President’s Roundtable
“The idea anchoring the roundtable reflects both the momentum of New Mexico State University and the opportunity of leveraging expertise and innovative ideas in fields internal and external to the academy.” [more]
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NMSU Learning Games Lab Researcher Brings Inclusive Design to TEDx Stage
“The content is in small bites.” [more]
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National Night Out is Tuesday, October 6
Many of the participants will have free giveaways and resource brochures available. [more]
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City Communications Team Earns National and Regional Recognitions
Recognition in these competitive categories highlights the City’s commitment to creativity, education, and community connection. [more]
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Carver Road Reopens After Sinkhole Exposes Gas Line
Doña Ana County Roads crews responded to the area Wednesday, Sept. 30, after the sinkhole exposed the gas line. [more]
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Spooky Spikes: Adult Indoor Volleyball Tournament
Registration opens at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 (or until online capacity is met). [more]
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Five-Week Las Cruces Operation Results in 237 Arrests, 17 Firearms Seized
“Criminals in Las Cruces should be on notice that the federal system is different.” [more]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez, AG Bonta and Coalition Challenge Trump Administration’s Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards
This final rule significantly weakens fuel economy standards and will adversely affect consumers and our planet. [more]
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Las Cruces Police Seeks Information in Friday Morning Hit-and-Run
Anyone who knows who may have been involved, witnessed the crash, or has information that could help investigators identify the suspect is asked to come forward. [more]
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New Mexico Weekly Immigration and Border Crimes Report: Turning Away Potential Trespassers at Southern Border
“I saw a man dressed in all black with sunglasses on top of the barrier,” said Stewart. “We drove over towards him, and he jumped down to the Mexico side of the wall.” [more]
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Las Cruces Utilities Workers Recognized for Service On and Off the Job
During the September 21, 2026 Las Cruces City Council meeting, Lockett recognized coworkers who helped keep operations moving while he was away. [more]
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Early Voting Begins Tuesday as Doña Ana County Enters General Election Season
Early voting begins Tuesday at the Doña Ana County Government Center, 845 N. Motel Blvd. in Las Cruces. [more]
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NMSU artists debut collaborative installations at El Paso Museum of Art
“Thematically, we look at these as suspended gardens, and simultaneously, they’re a type of wall and we’re looking at them as both sense of ascension and collapse simultaneously.” [more]
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NMSU physics professor receives 5-year NSF CAREER award
“My research explores what happens when we bring two different materials together.” [more]
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Las Cruces Public Schools Thrive Champions Celebrated Through Partnership with NMSU
September’s recognition focused on productivity, defined as the ability to use time, energy and resources effectively to reach goals while staying focused, collaborating with others, making progress and persisting through challenges. [more]
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New Mexico National Guard Swift-Water Team Rescues two in San Miguel County
“The swift-water rescue training our personnel receive is critical because these missions leave little room for error.” [more]
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Volleyball: Aggies Swept by Sam Houston in First Conference Road Match
Ashley Herman and Kate Sinclair led NM State with six kills apiece, while Maggie Lightheart finished with five. [more]
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The Moon map that made history
Visible on the center-right section of the map is Mare Tranquillitatis (Sea of Tranquility), the area where the Apollo 11 crew landed safely in 1969. [more]
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NMSU celebrates Latiné Heritage Month with special campus events
NMSU’s Latin American Programs, or LAP, and Zuhl Library hosted its latest “Conchas y Co-Work” event. [more]
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Mesilla Marshals Host Crime Scene Investigation Training
The basic and advanced training covered crime scene protocols, photography, evidence searches, evidence collection and crime scene sketching. [more]
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Football: Aggies Shine in All Three Phases to Defeat Western Kentucky in CUSA Opener
As a team, the Aggies rushed for 206 yards to mark the second time this season that the Aggies eclipsed 200 yards. [more]
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Attorney General Raúl Torrez and Representative Linda Serrato Unveil Legislation to Rein in Frontier AI Ahead of 2027 Legislative Session
“Today’s announcement reflects the work we’ve done to bring experts, community leaders, and policymakers together to understand both the promise and the risks of artificial intelligence.” [more]
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Soccer: NM State Falters On Road in Kennesaw
Reigning Conference USA goalkeeper Karolanne Lafortune anchored the Aggie defense with four saves while helping keep NM State within striking distance throughout the match [more]
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White Sands Missile Range Commander Lays Out Plans for WSMR’s Future
“Right now, we are prioritizing the scheduling system.” [more]
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Recall of raw milk cheese tied to E.coli
“It’s important for New Mexicans to be aware of recalls like this to avoid unnecessary illness.” [more]
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Hector Terrazas Named Deputy Director for Engineering
He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering in 2011 and started full-time with the City that same year as a Civil Engineer Associate. [more]
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NMSU to host grand opening ceremony for Alumni Pond
“Completing the Alumni Pond project has been a collaborative effort, and we’re excited to welcome the NMSU community back to this space.” [more]
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County Opens Damage Assessment Portal For Residents Affected By Flooding
Residents who wish to report damage to property or businesses as a result of recent heavy rainfall and flooding may do so by visiting donaana.gov/DamageAssessment. [more]
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Falling is a leading cause of injury in older New Mexicans
“Most fall-related injuries can be prevented with training and exercise.” [more]
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New Mexico Adds 11,300 Jobs as Unemployment Rate Dips
Overall employment in New Mexico grew 1.3 percent between August 2025 and August 2026. [more]
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Icelandic director Anton Sigurdsson returns to Las Cruces for ‘Pandemonium’
” I liked the crew. I liked the people. I liked everything around it. I liked the structure. It’s just a film town.” [more]
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‘Boo to the Flu’ is back and at no cost to you!
Flu vaccine is supplied by the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) and will be dispensed free for adults and children at both Las Cruces hospitals. [more]
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Fire Station 3 Celebration of Service and MIH Building Groundbreaking
Featured speakers will include Mayor Eric Enriquez, District 4 City Councilor Johana Bencomo, Fire Chief Michael Daniels, and other key partners in the project. [more]
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Meerscheidt Recreation Center Closed October 3 Due to Whole Enchilada Softball Tournament
Meerscheidt Recreation Center, 1600 E. Hadley Avenue will be closed on Saturday, Oct. 3, due to the 2026 Whole Enchilada Softball Tournament being held at Hadley Sports Complex. [more]
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Natatorium Closure for Swim Competition
The Regional Aquatic Center will be open during its normal hours during this event. [more]
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Acting Gov. Morales signs executive orders for flood response
“Communities across New Mexico need help staving off these torrential floodwaters, and they need it now.” [more]
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Rio Grande Flooding Closes Riverside Parks in Las Cruces and Sunland Park
The incidents place two riverside recreation areas — La Llorona Park in Las Cruces and River Levee Park and Trail in Sunland Park — under restrictions because of high water along the Rio Grande. [more]
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New Mexico National Guard Conducts High-Water Rescue Near Radium Springs
Within five minutes, the woman was safely removed from the roof of her vehicle and brought aboard the LMTV. [more]
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BREAKING: Rincon Evacuation Lifted as Flood Hazards Continue Across Southern New Mexico
Evacuation orders for Salem, Garfield, Hatch and Placitas were lifted Tuesday night. [more]
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NMSU researcher: Do not eat mushrooms growing on campus, around Las Cruces
“These mushrooms are harmful to people when consumed.” [more]
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From READY to GO: How Flooding Forced Evacuations Across the Hatch Valley
As of late Tuesday night, evacuation orders had been lifted for Salem, Garfield, Hatch and Placitas. [more]
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Flooding Cancels Hatch Valley Schools, Delays Gadsden ISD Again
The district said canceling classes Wednesday, Sept. 30, will keep students off the roads while allowing flooded and muddy roads additional time to dry. [more]
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NMED confirms boil water advisory for Waterfall Community WUA near Cloudcroft
At elevations above 6,500 feet, water should be boiled for three minutes. [more]
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Karolanne Lafortune Earns CUSA Goalkeeper of the Week
Against the Panthers, Lafortune tallied five saves while facing 13 shots, her fifth game with at least five rejections on the season. [more]
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Aggies Open Conference USA Play Thursday Against Western Kentucky
Thursday begins an unusual portion of NM State’s schedule. All four of the Aggies’ next Conference USA games will be played during the week, including two at Aggie Memorial Stadium. [more]
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New Mexico National Guard Rescues Stranded Motorist Near Hatch, Assists With Flood Response Across State
In Hatch, a New Mexico National Guard high-water vehicle responded alongside local emergency medical and fire personnel after a woman became trapped in her vehicle in an arroyo. [more]
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UPDATE: County Lifts Evacuation Orders For Salem, Hatch, Garfield And Placitas; Rincon Remains Evacuated
Residents in Rincon should remain evacuated until officials determine it is safe to return. The Radium Springs Community Center remains open. [more]
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Going over the edge for Gila Trout: Hanging by a Rope for Science
To prepare for the expedition and complete the fieldwork as safely as possible, Trujillo traveled to southeastern Utah, where he completed a three-day canyoneering and rappelling safety course. [more]
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Fishing Report: Why YY?
Young Pond: The most recent report was received Sept. 3. At that time, fishing for bass was fair to good when using micro 1/16-ounce jigs with micro soft plastics. [more]
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New Mexico Reads: State Library Expands Digital Access Through Hoopla
Readers can then visit Hoopla, select NM Reads (NMSL) as their library and enter the card number to begin using the collection. [more]
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Investigation uncovers illegal cannabis operation in Torrance County
“This investigation should serve as a warning to individuals entering New Mexico with plans to establish illegal cannabis farms.” [more]
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Water Facts for New Mexicans Earns Emmy Nomination
“As this historic drought continues, and as we face hotter and drier conditions, it is important for information about water and how it is managed to be accessible and available to every New Mexican,” [more]
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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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New Mexico backs $1.4 billion medical isotope project
“This is a win for New Mexico’s economy and for American healthcare.” [more]
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