2 killed in Las Cruces shooting
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces police are investigating a shooting that killed a 28-year-old woman. The woman, whose identity will not…
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Judge orders Las Cruces murder suspect held without bond
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A judge has ordered that Kenneth Perez, who is charged with first-degree murder and aggravated battery with a deadly…
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Vado man sentenced to 33 years for kidnapping, sexual assault
VADO, New Mexico (KVIA) — Prosecutors say that Vado resident Javier Levario, 33, was sentenced by Judge Conrad F. Perea to a total of 33 years for…
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NMSU ROTC celebrates first cadet to commission with U.S. Space Force
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — NMSU Air Force ROTC cadet Ethan French just commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Space Force. He is the first…
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2026 Holloman Air Force Base Legacy of Liberty Air Show happening in April
ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico (KVIA) — The 2026 Holloman Air Force Base Legacy of Liberty Air Show is happening April 18 and 19, 2026. The free two-day…
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Former U.S. Rep. Yvette Herrell confirmed as Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Congressional Affairs
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVIA) — Former U.S. House Rep. Yvette Herrell was confirmed as Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Congressional Affairs last…
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Top baby names of 2025 in New Mexico
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — Olivia and Noah were the most popular baby names in New Mexico this year. That is according to the new data released…
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Family of fallen Las Cruces Police officer receive a mortgage-free home
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)- Tunnel to Towers Foundation is providing a mortgage-free home to the family of Jonah Hernandez, a Las Cruces Police…
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Anthony man sentenced to life in prison for child exploitation
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) — Anthony, New Mexico resident Othon Jorge Zamarripa, 35, was sentenced to life in prison for multiple child exploitation…
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NMSU Police charge El Paso man with stalking
Update (December 17, 2025): Officials have released the booking photo of Santiago Garcia. LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexico State…
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Dona Ana County Commissioner Shannon Reynolds resigns
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Dona Ana County Commissioner Shannon Reynolds has resigned. Reynolds tendered his resignation at the last County…
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Missing Las Cruces man found safe
Update (December 16, 2025): Las Cruces Police say that Arthur J. Crothers has been located and is in good condition. Update (December 15, 2025): Las…
Continue Reading Alamogordo man sentenced to 75 years in prison for child sex crimes
ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico (KVIA) — Prosecutors say that a judge sentenced Alamogordo resident John Nelson West, 58, to 75 years in prison for multiple…
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New Mexico lawmakers, law enforcement to discuss escalating juvenile crime
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)– Families affected by youth violence told state lawmakers this week they are frustrated by what they see as weak…
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Help name New Mexico DOT’s snowplows for 2026
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexicans are being asked once again to put their creativity to work, this time on the front of a snowplow. The New…
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Las Cruces woman arrested 95 times held without bond
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Judge Conrad Perea ordered Heather Croom, the woman who has been arrested in Las Cruces 95 times, held in jail…
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Sunland Park says steps have been taken to reduce noise coming from abandoned building
Update (December 12, 2025): The City of Sunland Park provided ABC-7 with the following statement addressing the noise. Read the full statement below:…
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Las Cruces Police make arrests in connection to alleged organized retail crime
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — This evening, Las Cruces Police say a woman was arrested in connection to an organized retail crime investigation…
Continue Reading Man who stashed meth in clothing hamper sentenced to 19+ years in prison
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) — Anthony, New Mexico resident David Amaya, 43, will spend the next 19+ years in prison for distributing meth and…
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Robber pleads guilty to stealing from Las Cruces bank
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Bank robber Daniel Guereca faces up to 20 years in federal prison for robbing the PNC Bank in Las Cruces and the…
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Las Cruces Diocese distributes grants to 15 recipients
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Board of Trustees of the Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Las Cruces gave out over $100,000 in grants. The…
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New Mexico health department helpline now accepting text messages
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexicans looking for help with medical questions or assistance finding health-care providers now have a new way…
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Threats against Santa Teresa High found to be unfounded, police say
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Sunland Park Police Department says that the alleged threats made toward Santa Teresa High School are…
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Good Vibes Only: Mentoring young women, one table at a time
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)—A group of girls has another tool to add to their toolbox thanks to Soroptimist International of Las Cruces, an…
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Rabid coyote bites hiker in Gila National Forest
SILVER CITY, New Mexico (KVIA) — A rabid coyote bit a hiker in the Gila National Forest, near Silver City. The hiker did not require…
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CRRUA’s new rate structure goes into effect January 1
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — Tonight Sunland Park City Council approved the new rate structure that will raise prices for customers. It will go…
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DWI arrest leads New Mexico State Police to sexual assault suspect in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — A DWI arrest in Socorro County led New Mexico State Police to uncover a separate alleged sexual assault in Las…
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Good Vibes Only: Chaparral cheerleaders travel to Florida for Thanksgiving performance
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico (KVIA)— Three Chaparral High School cheerleaders are feeling extra grateful this Thanksgiving week. Following a competitive…
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New Mexico to give $500 monthly to homeless high schoolers who meet attendance goals
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico Public Education Department will provide homeless high school students $500 a month for attending…
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