LIVE BLOG: New Mexico 2026 semi-open primary elections
UPDATE (June 3, 2026, 4:56 a.m.) — One hundred percent of precincts reported Todd J. Garrison is leading the Republican race for Doña Ana County…
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Flash flood warning issued for Ruidoso
RUIDOSO, N.M. (KVIA) — The National Weather Service in Albuquerque issued a “life-threatening” flash flood warning for the South Fork burn scar,…
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Free car seat fitting helps children stay safe in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Thursday, a free car seat fitting will take place at Sisbarro Buick-GMC in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Parents will get…
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Dog rescued after truck crashes into Sunland Park home
SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — A truck crashed into a home in Sunland Park, New Mexico, according to the city’s fire department. Firefighters rescued a…
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Haaland wins New Mexico Democratic primary, Hull wins GOP nomination for governor
(KVIA) — Tuesday, ABC-7 projected Deb Haaland won the Democratic nomination for New Mexico governor. Greg Hull is the projected winner for the GOP…
Continue Reading Cunningham to face US Rep. Vasquez for New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District
(KVIA) — In New Mexico’s Tuesday primary election, Greg Cunningham secured the Republican nomination for U.S. House District 2. He will run against…
Continue Reading US Sen. Luján secures Democratic primary win, Marker gets GOP nomination
(KVIA) — The incumbent U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in New Mexico’s first semi-open primary election…
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Man from Romania to be sentenced in Las Cruces for $1.8 million fraud scheme
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A 44-year-old man from Romania has been scheduled for a sentencing hearing for a fraud scheme that stole more than $1.8…
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Las Cruces City Council approves $586.3 million budget with cuts
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces City Council unanimously approved a fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. The budget, totaling $586.3 million for…
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Deadly explosion in Las Cruces duplex ruled accidental
UPDATE (June 1, 2026) — Investigation revealed the explosion and fire was an accident, according to the Las Cruces Fire Department. The explosion…
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Federal inmate in Deming tests positive for measles, health officials link possible exposure to Las Cruces
DEMING, N.M. (KVIA) — An inmate at the Luna County Detention Center in Deming, New Mexico, tested positive for measles, the state health department…
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What to know about New Mexico’s semi-open primary elections
(KVIA) — Tuesday, registered voters in New Mexico will vote in semi-open primary elections, meaning voters don’t have to register with a qualified…
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Seven Cabins Fire linked to deadly plane crash grows to over 29k acres, 51% containment
UPDATE (MAY 31, 2026 – 12:39 p.m.) –The Seven Cabin Fire now sits at at 29,167 acres and at 51% contained. Due to weather conditions and fire fuel,…
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Mobile home fire displaces Anthony resident
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA)– A resident was displaced and one person was treated for smoke inhalation after a mobile home caught fire Saturday…
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Smoking rates lower, nicotine use rises in New Mexico, according to health officials
SANTA FE (KVIA) — People in New Mexico are smoking less, but are also vaping more, the New Mexico Department of Health said Friday. Health data…
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18th Annual Taste of Las Cruces returns to benefit Casa de Peregrinos
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-Casa de Peregrinos is excited to announce that the popular event is coming back.The 18th Annual Taste of Las Cruces, presented…
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Man arrested, suspected of kidnapping 2 Missouri children found in Chaparral
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A man was arrested for being suspected of kidnapping two Missouri children found in Chaparral, New Mexico, the U.S.…
Continue Reading 3 inmates charged for allegedly attacking, tasing unconscious correction officer in Doña Ana County Detention Center
ALBUQUERQUE (KVIA) — Three inmates face federal charges after allegedly attacking a correction officer at the Doña Ana County Detention Center, the…
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City of Sunland Park to host State of the City Address
The City of Sunland Park will host its 2026 State of the City Address on May 27 at the Sunland Park Municipal Sports Complex. According to the city,…
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New Mexico police identify substance that killed 3, hospitalized first responders
UPDATE (May 22, 2026) — New Mexico Police said 25 people were exposed to fentanyl, methamphetamine and para-fluorofentanyl. During a press…
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Borderland racers react to Kyle Busch’s death
VADO, New Mexico (KVIA) — The death of Kyle Busch has made impacts throughout the country, even here in the Borderland. ABC-7 spoke with drivers and…
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LCPS celebrates three outstanding educators recognized by NEA-New Mexico
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Thursday, Las Cruces Public Schools celebrated three educators for being recognized by the National Education…
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Suspect in Las Cruces church shooting faces more charges
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A 40-year-old man suspected of damaging a Las Cruces Catholic church with a gun in early May now faces additional charges.…
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Spray parks, pool hours for Memorial Day Weekend in the Borderland
(KVIA) — Spray parks and pools are set to welcome Borderland residents for Memorial Day Weekend. The City of El Paso said the holiday weekend will…
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White Sands to showcase Santa Fe photographer’s ‘perspectives on the dunefield’
ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (KVIA) — A Santa Fe-based photographer will showcase his work featuring White Sands National Park later this month. Craig…
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Cesar Chavez Elementary in Las Cruces to be renamed ‘Desert Bloom Elementary’
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — Cesar Chavez Elementary School in Las Cruces will take a new name in July, Las Cruces Public Schools announced Wednesday.…
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New Mexico Governor calls for firework ban amid statewide drought, severe fire conditions
SANTA FE, N.M. (KVIA) — New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham declared statewide drought and severe fire conditions Wednesday. The governor…
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Summer shuttle takes travelers to Elephant Butte Lake, hot springs in New Mexico
SUNLAND PARK, N.M. (KVIA) — Just in time for summer holidays, the South Central Regional Transit District launched a new shuttle service to take…
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LCPD completes pledge to improve trust between officers, community
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Police Department pledged to improve trust between police and the community with the “Trust Building…
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Chase leads to discovery of illegal guns, youth arrests in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — The Las Cruces Police Department posted a Facebook video Tuesday showing officers arresting and taking illegal guns from…
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