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Microplastics: FDA Shares Testing Results for PFAS in Bottled Water
Four of the PFAS detected were at levels below the EPA MCLs for PFAS in drinking water. Two of the PFAS detected do not have EPA MCLs established.
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Notice: Quality of Life Department Early Closure to Public
All Quality of Life Department locations in the City of Las Cruces will be closing at noon on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 for the Department’s annual Quality of Life Award Ceremony and Training.
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Cost of Business: Walgreens Agrees to Pay Up to $350M for Illegally Filling Unlawful Opioid Prescriptions and for Submitting False Claims to the Federal Government
Walgreens will owe the United States an additional $50 million if the company is sold, merged, or transferred prior to fiscal year 2032.
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Round Two: ‘Not in Vain’ 2025 Edition Begins April 28
For the 2025 operation, law enforcement personnel will concentrate on increasing uniformed presence in violent crime hot spots throughout the city with a focus on frequent offenders and those identified as drivers of violent crime in the community.
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3-Way Split: Aggies Track and Field Competes in Tucson, Baton Rouge and Albuquerque
The throws team led the way in the Duke City, with five top-three finishes among the group in a trio of events.
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Aggies’ Run-Rule Shutout Win Secures Series
Behind a combination of timely hitting and lights-out pitching, the Aggies (21-22, 9-8 CUSA) left no doubt while picking up their second straight win over the Blue Raiders (19-24, 4-13 CUSA).
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Football: WKU CB Upton Stout Selected by 49ers in Third Round of NFL Draft
Stout was one of the premier defensive backs in the league, earning First Team All-CUSA honors for his efforts.
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Softball: Home Runs From Nicholson, Watson Secure Series Victory On Seniors Day
The home side welcomed back 21st-year Associate Head Coach Cat Heifner for a walk-off series-opening win on Friday.
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Spreading the Word: NM flavors hit the global stage at 2025 National Restaurant Association Show
Thanks to support from the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA), Best in the West Brands, Bueno Foods, Southern Roots Pecan Company, Worthington Pecans and Zia Hatch Chile Company will introduce their bold, authentic flavors to buyers from across the U.S. and around the world.
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Making Hay: State officials remind horse owners to vaccinate against West Nile virus
Clinical signs may include fever, stumbling, muscle tremors and behavior changes.
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Governor signs legislation to support infrastructure near military bases
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed two bills strengthening New Mexico’s support for communities near military installations.
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Local Fishing Report and Trip Planner
The Fishing Conditions and Trip Planner page is filled with data that can help make your next fishing trip a success, including this graph showing when catfish are most active at Elephant Butte Lake.
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Morales Appointed Deputy Director of Economic Development
In her new position, Morales will oversee a broad range of initiatives designed to foster a vibrant and resilient local economy.
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Softball: Riley Carley Walks Off Blue Raiders in Crucial Comeback
After missing the first 11 weeks of the season while battling cancer, Heifner was reunited with her home dugout, sparking the Aggie bats in a thrilling come-from-behind win.
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Disease: Dog diagnosed with plague in Santa Fe County
Humans can also contract it through flea bites but also risk getting plague through direct contact with infected animals, including rodents, wildlife and pets.
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On the Farm: The Hearts Behind Heart of the Desert
Having grown up on a farm, George had no doubt he would become a farmer.
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Hitting Home, Again: Justice Department Announces Two Cases Involving Judicial Misconduct and Obstruction of Law Enforcement
Evidence uncovered by federal agents revealed the [a resident in Judge Cano’s guest house] had posted multiple photos and videos on social media showing [the resident] and other illegal aliens handling firearms at a shooting range in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
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NM State Opens Series with Dominant 6-1 Win Over Middle Tennessee
With the victory, NM State will look to clinch the series when it returns to Presley Askew Field on Saturday afternoon at 4 p.m.
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Sunland Park: Thursday Morning Residential Fire Responded to by Three Departments
Early Thursday morning, Sunland Park Fire personnel responded to a residential structure fire on the 200 block of Calle Diaz.
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Softball: Final Home Series Set Against Middle Tennessee
The Aggies are set to welcome Middle Tennessee for a crucial three-game set as both teams look to get back into Conference USA’s coveted top six down the stretch of the regular season.
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Your ultimate guide to healthy garden soil
Before planting, it’s crucial to test your soil to determine its nutrient levels and pH.
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Las Cruces City Council Approves Master Plan for Airport
Andy Hume, Director of the Las Cruces International Airport, said the airport followed a comprehensive three-year process for developing an ambitious Master Plan.
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Tax Exemption: NM Department of Veteran’s Services Provide Assistance
House Bill 47 (HB47) recently implemented provisions of the constitutional amendments increasing veteran’s property tax exemption from $4,000 to $10,000
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Breaking: Fire Damages Home on Lenox Avenue in Las Cruces
First-arriving crews observed smoke emitting from the rear of the house and began maneuvering hose lines through difficult terrain to the home that sits at a grade above the roadway.
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States move to outlaw popular ‘Glock switches’ that make some guns fully automatic
Communities across the country are saying no to dangerous devices like ‘Glock switches,’ which can turn everyday firearms into fully automatic weapons.
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Thomas Claims Individual Crown; Aggies Close Out CUSA Championship in Fifth
The title marks the program’s first CUSA crown in just its second year in the league while Thomas joins Garrison Smith (2023 WAC Individual Champion) as the second Aggie to bring home a title in the last three years.
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Patience: Benavidez Kitchen Renovation Project Extended
The Henry R. Benavidez Center, which is undergoing renovations to the kitchen floor, is now expected to open to the public on Monday, April 28, 2025.
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El Paso Man Pleads Guilty to Alien Smuggling and Money Laundering Conspiracies
In return, Avalos and Hardin received numerous money transfers into their bank accounts as proceeds from the smuggling operation and paid others for expenses related to the conspiracy.
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Removing Temptation: Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is Saturday
Residents are encouraged to drop off expired, unused or unwanted prescription drugs – in pills, tablets, patches and other solid forms – during the event.
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Preservation Celebration: 53rd annual Historic Preservation Awards May 16
“As part of that celebration, the Historic Preservation Awards recognize the standout people and projects in the preservation community each year.”
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Ag Industry: Protective Clothing for Wildland Firefighters
Firefighters rely on personal protective equipment (PPE) to keep them safe from these hazards, but many have expressed issues with improper fit, reduced mobility, low durability, chafing and overheating.
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Smokey Bear Days in Capitan – May 2 & May 3, 2025
Schools and families are encouraged to bring students of all ages to learn more about wildland prevention, firefighting, natural resource conservation, wildlife, watershed protection, reforestation, and to meet Smokey Bear.
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To Defeat an Emperor: No. 1 U.S. Tennis Star Served in the Navy During World War II
Upon graduation, he was assigned to the destroyer USS Rathburne, an antisubmarine warfare training ship homeported in San Diego.
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Women’s Golf: WKU, Three Individuals Head to NCAA Regionals–Including Emma Bunch
WKU will take on a talented field at Keene Trace Golf Club in Lexington, Kentucky.
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Walking the Walk: Employees recognized for Bataan Memorial Death March contributions
“This is a huge event for an installation this size and we wouldn’t be able to hold this event without all of you in this room.”
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Economic Times Reports New Mexico judge resigns after Tren de Aragua gang member arrested at his home
HSI initiated an inquiry into Cristhian Ortega-Lopez in January 2025, following an anonymous tip.