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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Proposes Rule to Stop Data Brokers from Selling Sensitive Personal Data to Scammers, Stalkers, and Spies
The proposal would make clear that when data brokers sell certain sensitive consumer information they are “consumer reporting agencies” under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), requiring them to comply with accuracy requirements, provide consumers access to their information, and maintain safeguards against misuse.
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Hilltoppers Exit Dance Round One Against Minnesota
The Hilltoppers end their season with a 28-7 record, a perfect 18-0 record in Conference USA play, as well as their ninth CUSA tournament title and 10th CUSA regular season championship.
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Keep Las Cruces Beautiful Organizes Neighborhood Dumpster Day December 7th
The Parks and Recreation Department’s Keep Las Cruces Beautiful Program (KLCB) will host a free Neighborhood Dumpster Day from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024.
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR OBTAINS JUDGMENT ORDERING ARIZONA CONTRACTOR TO PAY $1.7M AFTER DENYING DRYWALL WORKERS THEIR OWED WAGES
“Unfortunately, our investigations too often find construction employers engaged in illegal schemes to deny workers their hard-earned wages, obstruct enforcement agencies and gain an unfair advantage over their law-abiding competitors.”
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2024 Housing Innovation Awards Part Five: Total Package Award
The winner of more HIA awards than any builder in program history is Thrive Home Builders, who earned the 2024 Total Package award for their project that scored the highest across all the award categories listed above.
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Six Artists Share Their Visions over 2 Days: Public Invited to La Buena Vida Park Public Art Presentations December 10th and 11th
Each presentation is allocated 30 minutes per artist
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Safety Tips for Preventing Holiday Fires
More residential fires are reported during the holidays than at any other time during the year
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The Defined Monetary Assistance Victims Reserve
Please note that the Department of Justice does not order payment from the DMA Victims Reserve. A federal court must order that payment.
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City Council Approves Priorities for 2025 Legislative Session
The resolution for legislative priorities was approved unanimously. Councilor Bill Mattiace did not attend Monday’s meeting.
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Offensive Woes Down NM State Versus Abilene Christian
Despite a late surge, NM State ultimately fell 78-70 for its first loss in front of a home crowd this season.
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NMSU, NM State Police partnership streamlines job pipeline for students
The idea evolved when NMSP Chief Troy Weisler, an NMSU alumnus, and Dennis Giever, NMSU criminal justice professor and department head, came together to discuss police recruitment opportunities.
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Sanchez Introduces 2025 Early Signing Day Class
In total, NM State announced official commitments from 12 individuals with more to potentially be added in the coming days.
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There’s still time to get your flu vaccine before Christmas
December 2-6 is National Influenza Vaccination Week. New Mexicans are strongly encouraged to get their flu vaccines before their Christmas and New Year’s celebrations and help them and family and friends stay healthy for the holidays.
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Employment and Funding Opportunities as of December 4, 2024
Dozens of jobs, local and abroad. Funding and grant opportunities. Many windows closing soon.
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Parking Lot off Lohman to be Partially Closed for Groundwater Monitoring Well Installation
Portions of the parking lot behind Sally-Beauty Supply, Top Crop Cannabis, Nails – Elegant Nails, and Batteries Plus will be closed between Thursday, December 5, and Monday, December 23, 2024.
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Seven Nights of Lights and Luminarias: Where to Experience 2024 Illuminations
This holiday season is burning bright with opportunities to share in the spirit of the season. [Cover Photo: Courtesy Visit Las Cruces]
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Aggies Return Home to Face Abilene Christian
The Aggies aim to bounce back and return to the win column as they host Abilene Christian at the Pan American Center on Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 7:00 p.m.
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2024 Housing Innovation Awards Part Four: Off-the-Shelf Award
Awarded to the builder who best leverages readily available, off-the-shelf materials and systems to achieve advanced building science results. Source: U.S. Department of Energy Building Technologies Office The Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program kicked off in October by honoring some of the leading builder partners in the program at the Housing Innovation Awards (HIA),…
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Clove, A Mighty Spice in Chocolate Nuevo Mexicano (New Mexican Hot Chocolate)
The part of the plant utilized for spice is the unopened flower bud. Once dried and ground, clove is used the world over as an aromatic and warm spice employed in curries, marinades, teas, and baked goods.
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U.S. Attorney’s Office and HSI Collaborate to Charge Albuquerque Student Doctor in Child Exploitation Case
Homeland Security Investigations investigated this case with assistance from the Albuquerque Police Department and New Mexico State Police.
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Thomas Croshaw Earns CUSA All-Academic Team Distinction
The Albuquerque, N.M. native was one of seven cross country athletes named to the list.
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New Mexico State Police Participate in C.A.R.E. Operation over Thanksgiving Weekend
Due to the increased volume of traffic during the holiday, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) enhanced patrol presence on roadways across all twelve State Police districts.
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Youth Indoor Soccer League – Individual Participant Registration December 19 (Online)
Participants must have a current Parks & Recreation I.D. on file to register online.
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2024 Housing Innovation Awards Part Three: Decarbon Copy Award
The Material Carbon Index of this home was 23% lower than a standard home by this builder.
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Artesia’s Bulldog Bowl to Spotlight Seventeen Locals Selected for NMHSCA Red vs Green High School Football All-Star Games on December 7
For a handful of Artesia players, they will have one more opportunity to step onto field at the Bulldog Bowl. Joining them will be 17 local student athletes from five different schools.
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Cook up a career with the City of Las Cruces Pre-Apprenticeship Program
From the kitchen to your career, we’re here to help you gain the skills, mentorship, and opportunities to succeed.
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NMSU provost names dean to lead university’s artificial intelligence efforts
“I think it’s good that the university is recognizing the importance of doing this,” Pontelli said.
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Las Cruces Libraries Announce Winter Reading Lotería Starting December 4
Enjoy winter break with family as you play a Bingo game of LoterÍa to win prizes!
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Water Outage Announced in Violet Way Area
Once service is restored, residents may notice discolored water due to iron, manganese and calcium deposits.
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Fire Damages Mobile Home in Las Cruces Killing Cat
Just after 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, Las Cruces firefighters were dispatched to a structure fire on the 3600 block of Spitz Street.
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NMSU Extension launches ‘Learning Games Lab Toolkit’
The toolkit shares information on the approach, lessons and activities honed since the Learning Games Lab opened in 2005.
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2024 Housing Innovation Awards Part Two: Change Maker Award
Showing their commitment to innovation and market transformation, Addison teamed with manufacturers to pilot new products such as a compact duct system in their 2024 award-winning home.
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NM State Women Finish Tournament with 1-2 record
Though the Aggies were able to marginalize their opponent’s lead twice, it was not enough to capture the win, and they fell to Illinois State 82-66.
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VIRTUAL (December 4), SPANISH (December 5) OPTIONS ADDED TO REDISTRICTING MEETING SCHEDULE
The district launched its redistricting plan in August, a move to balance student populations for the next school year.
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NMSU to host welcome reception for incoming president
The New Mexico State University community, along with the greater Las Cruces community, will have a chance to welcome NMSU’s incoming president Valerio Ferme during a public reception next week.
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Romance Book Discussion Dec. 5 at Branigan
Las Cruces Public Libraries hosts a monthly Romance Discussion Group the first Thursday of each month at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library.