Officers shoot, kill knife-wielding man in Alamogordo
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An officer-involved shooting happened last night in Alamogordo. The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Investigations Bureau is…
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New Mexico to accept state tax returns starting January 16
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department will accept state tax returns filed electronically starting on January…
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Alamogordo man pleads guilty to federal loan fraud
ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico (KVIA) — Alamogordo resident Scott A. Spiro, 63, pleaded guilty to defrauding the federal government of Covid-19 pandemic…
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Festivals signal las cruces momentum
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Main Street Las Cruces is spotlighting a busy year ahead, starting with the Mesilla Valley Hot Air Balloon Rally and a…
Continue Reading Shelter in place lifted for residents in Santa Fe after armed person shot from rooftop
Originally Published: 09 JAN 26 13:25 ET By Vincent Rodriguez Click here for updates on this story SANTA FE, New Mexico (KOAT) — Santa Fe…
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Breaking Bad Habits anti-littering campaign breaks records
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexico’s Breaking Bad-themed litter prevention ad campaign helped remove millions of pounds of trash, according to…
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Visit Las Cruces debuting balloon at 2026 Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally
MESILLA, New Mexico (KVIA) — Visit Las Cruces is debuting a new hot air balloon at the 2026 Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally. The rally is happening…
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Las Cruces International Film Festival to honor Michael Rooker with Outstanding Achievement award
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Las Cruces International Film Festival is awarding its Outstanding Achievement in Entertainment award to Michael…
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Las Cruces introducing new short-term rental ordinance
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of Las Cruces has adopted new regulations for short-term rentals. A city spokesperson says the new regulations…
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Las Cruces Police officers getting pay raises
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces City Council approved a pay raise for police officers. Thanks to a new memorandum of understanding…
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New Mexico Health Care Affordability Fund helping residents
SANTA FE, New Mexico (KVIA) — New Mexico’s Health Care Affordability Fund will be helping enrollees with increasing premiums. Governor Michelle…
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Las Cruces Police to hold town hall on juvenile crime
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Las Cruces Police will host a town hall meeting to talk about juvenile crime in the city. The meeting is scheduled…
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Heartbreak for Utah family after missionary son dies suddenly in New Mexico
Originally Published: 07 JAN 26 15:33 ET By Dan Rascon Click here for updates on this story SALT LAKE CITY (KSL) — A Utah County family is…
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Police use DNA to track down man accused of burglarizing jewelry store during Ruidoso wildfires
RUIDOSO, New Mexico (KVIA) — The New Mexico State Police Crime Suppression Bureau used DNA testing to track down the man accused of burglarizing…
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Project Jupiter donates $1.5 million to Boys and Girls Club of Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — The Boys and Girls Club of Las Cruces is now able to break ground on a new facility after a donation from Project…
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LCPS relaunches ‘Count Me In’ initiative to increase school attendance
Las Cruces Public Schools students return to class on Wednesday after the holidays, but still face a decrease in school attendance, which brought…
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Man accused of leaving after hitting 6-year-old with car
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Court documents obtained by ABC-7 state that Chase Michael Carson, 29, is accused of leaving after allegedly hitting…
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FAA sends Las Cruces Airport warning letter, investigation into under-trained employee closed
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — An Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) investigation has found that the Las Cruces International Airport was not…
Continue Reading Bald eagle rescued from pig pen in New Mexico
Originally Published: 30 DEC 25 15:53 ET By Vincent Rodriguez Click here for updates on this story SILVER CITY, New Mexico…
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Sunland Park Racetrack, Casino celebrate beginning of new racing season
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino will open its 2026 horse racing season Friday with a revised schedule, marquee…
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New Mexico brewery closes for good
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – A brewery in Las Cruces is closing its doors for a final time. Bosque Brewery Company is based out of…
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San Miguel City Market celebrates 100 years in Southern New Mexico
SAN MIGUEL, New Mexico (KVIA) — San Miguel City Market has stood on the same corner for nearly a century, serving generations of families and…
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Anthony makes history with swearing-in of state’s youngest mayor
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) — The city of Anthony swore in the youngest mayor in state history Tuesday evening, marking a milestone moment for the…
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Las Cruces Vet celebrates 110th birthday: Tusgegee Airman & birthday on X-MAS
LAS CRUCES, NM (KVIA) – What better way to pay tribute to a WW2 Veteran, than to celebrate his birthday as well? We’re talking about a former…
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Good Vibes Only: Las Cruces children donate hot packs to cancer patients
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)—A family in Las Cruces has decided to give back this holiday season. The Johnson family has created 375 hot packs for…
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Social media threat investigations leads to arrest
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) received “an emergency disclosure” from TikTok about a school shooting…
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Family remembers Desirae Martin, asks for help bringing her home after deadly Las Cruces shooting
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) – The family of Desirae Martin is remembering her as a compassionate young woman who loved helping others and is…
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Identity of shooting victim in Las Cruces released by officials
UPDATE (12-22-2025) According to a spokesperson from the City of Las Cruces, Desirae Martin, 29, was the victim of the shooting. LAS CRUCES, New…
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24 ft Luminaria lights up Anthony, New Mexico, ahead of Christmas
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA)– History is being made in the Borderland, and the community is invited to see it shine. Standing 24 feet, 2 inches tall,…
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Doña Ana County opens Safe Haven Baby Box to offer anonymous infant surrender
ANTHONY, New Mexico (KVIA) – Doña Ana County Fire Rescue has unveiled its first Safe Haven Baby Box at Station 42 in Anthony, giving parents a…
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