‘There’s hundreds of them’: UTV riders blamed for damaging Doña Ana mountains
DOÑA ANA COUNTY, New Mexico — It’s been half a year since northern Doña Ana County residents say they’ve had a good night’s sleep on the weekends.…
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New Mexico sees 448 new virus cases, with 68 in Doña Ana County
SANTA FE, New Mexico — Health officials in New Mexico on Sunday reported 448 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 and five additional…
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‘It’s incredibly important’: Chalk artist gives Las Cruces residents a sign to vote
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — If you’re looking for a sign to vote, this is it. “It’s always important but it seems incredibly important now,” said Bob…
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New Mexico has 577 new virus cases for 3rd highest day ever; Doña Ana County contributes 98 of those
SANTE FE, New Mexico — After successive days of record-setting daily increases in Covid-19 infections, New Mexico health officials on Saturday…
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Former Sunland Park militia leader gets nearly 2 years in prison for impersonating Border Patrol agent
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico — A former Sunland Park militia leader convicted of impersonating a U.S. Border Patrol agent has been sentenced to almost…
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‘Don’t judge people’: Homeless Las Cruces man astounds audiences with his art
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Las Cruces man has produced dozens of masterpieces on the streets. “Just because I’m sitting there dirty and scruffy…
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Las Cruces police warn of big cat visiting neighborhoods in High Range, dam areas
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – Las Cruces police are warning residents that a big cat may be on the prowl in residential neighborhoods. About noon…
Continue Reading Another record-breaking day: 146 new virus cases in Doña Ana County, 819 across New Mexico
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The state of New Mexico and Doña Ana County each set all-time record highs for new daily coronavirus cases on Friday,…
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Las Cruces hotels implementing new occupancy limits as virus cases rise
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — As New Mexico continues to shatter records for new daily virus cases, Las Cruces hotels must implement new occupancy…
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Las Cruces police need help in locating thief who stole three UTVs from dealership
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – Police are seeking the public’s help in locating the thieves who stole three utility terrain vehicles from a Las Cruces…
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Dona Ana County residents warned about Social Security scam calls
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – The Dona Ana County District Attorney’s Office is warning residents about potential scam calls or texts about their…
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‘Stay home’ says governor as New Mexico shatters daily virus record yet again
SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday cited “dangerous and unprecedented rates” of Covid-19…
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NMSU athletics department getting into wine business to make up for financial shortfall
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — New Mexico State University’s athletics department is looking for a big win off the field by getting into the wine…
Continue Reading New Mexico & Doña Ana County shatter daily records for virus cases; 9th death at Las Cruces nursing home
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — New Mexico and Doña Ana County both shattered previous records for confirmed Covid-19 cases amid fears the state is…
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Texas, New Mexico rules vary on use of mail-in ballots
El Paso, Texas — Election season is in full swing for both New Mexico and Texas. Many Borderland residents may not feel comfortable waiting in line…
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NM governor imposes new restrictions as virus surges in state, Doña Ana County
SANTA FE, New Mexico — As Covid-19 cases surge in her state, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday afternoon issued new restrictions aimed at…
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‘We’re hoping for a miracle’: Las Cruces teen fighting for her life after cardiac arrest
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Las Cruces teenager is spending her 19th birthday fighting for her life in the intensive care unit. “She’s my angel,”…
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Alamogordo cancels its annual ZooBoo event, will have drive-thru trick or treating instead
ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico – Alamogordo has canceled its annual ZooBoo, a Halloween event held at the Alameda Park Zoo, because of the pandemic. The…
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Reward offered in burglary of Las Cruces home that nets thief a shotgun
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – Las Cruces Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information that helps to identify a man wanted for…
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Doña Ana County averages 1,000 voters a day in 1st week of New Mexico early voting
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — By the fifth day of early voting in New Mexico, Doña Ana County residents had already cast more than 5,200 ballots,…
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Retired Las Cruces Army officer wins national literary award for his book on Vietnam combat
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A writer, author, educator and former warrior living in Las Cruces is getting some well deserved national recognition for…
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Activists in New Mexico join those in other states to mark Indigenous Peoples’ Day
SANTA FE, New Mexico — Protesters used a rope and chain to topple a monument in New Mexico’s capital city as activists faced off with authorities…
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Doña Ana County Sheriff’s deputies surprise 5-year-old girl with birthday celebration
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — For the past year, 5-year-old Savannah Benavidez has been obsessed with law enforcement. “Every time we go to Walmart or we…
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New hospital opens its doors in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – After several months of delays by the pandemic, the city of Las Cruces has welcomed the opening of a third hospital. “We…
Continue Reading Doña Ana County man in 60s among 4 latest New Mexico virus deaths
SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico officials reported another four coronavirus deaths Monday, bringing the statewide total to 915 since the pandemic…
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‘Let us play’: New Mexico high school athletes protest postponement of sports
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — High school athletes in Las Cruces on Sunday protested the state’s decision to delay competition until the spring semester.…
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Firefighters battle Chaparral landfill blaze
CHAPARRAL, New Mexico – Firefighters worked to contain a large blaze with heavy smoke at a Chaparral landfill on Sunday evening. The fire burned at…
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Former NMSU frat member gets suspended sentence for shooting, injuring student as hazing
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A former New Mexico State University fraternity member who shot another student during a hazing ritual last year has been…
Continue Reading Doña Ana County man in his 70s among 4 New Mexico virus deaths
SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico health officials on Sunday reported 269 new confirmed Covid-19 cases and four additional deaths. One of…
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New ROTC commander at NMSU has ties to Fort Bliss, Borderland
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – The Army ROTC Bataan Battalion at New Mexico State University has a new commander. Lt. Col. Mark McClellan, from Macon,…
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