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Sandy BarMcQ, a retired schoolteacher and longtime community organizer in Las Cruces, addresses supporters at a small rally outside her apartment on Dec. 21, 2024. BarMcQ was recently given a no-cause notice that her apartment lease will not be renewed, forcing her to find a new place to live in a tough housing market.
Las Cruces retiree losing home sparks call for more tenant protections
A group of about 50 people gathered in front of a quiet, single-story apartment building on a quiet Las Cruces street Saturday morning. Many of them held signs bearing messages written by hand: … more
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Hector Terrazas was recently appointed as the city’s deputy director for natural gas and energy.
City names new natural gas and energy deputy
Hector Terrazas was named as the city of Las Cruces’ deputy director for natural gas and energy, according to a news release. Per a job description posted online, Terrazas is expected to … more
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Chile Drop spices up new year’s eve
As the first quarter of the 21 st century draws to a close, a whole new year stands poised to usher in new hopes, new dreams and the inevitable realization that the more things change, the more they … more
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Doña Ana County Clerk Amanda López Askin administers the oath of office to new regents of New Mexico State University in 2023.
Public invited to 2024 swearing-in ceremony
Successful candidates from the 2024 general election will be sworn in at the Doña Ana County government building on Dec. 30.  The swearing-in ceremony, including recitation of the … more
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Greg Scarboro, aka Santa Claus, takes his seat at the Mesilla Valley Mall on Dec. 19, 2024. Scarboro has adopted an Christmas Eve practice of having his beard shaved to promote a local charity. This year, the event will benefit Jardin de los Niños of Las Cruces. Donations are being accepted now through Dec. 24.
Santa plans Christmas Eve shave for charity
Santa will receive a clean shave on Christmas Eve capping a fundraising driving to benefit Jardin de Los Niños more
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The 54th LCPD Academy graduation class includes Vincent Montoya, Veridiana Porras, Juan Prieto, Alan Ramirez, Eric Reynolds, and Jannette Soto, with Montoya heading to the NMSU Police Department.
Police department still short of full staffing after graduation
Six people will graduate from the 54th Las Cruces Police Department academy this month, adding five to LCPD’s roster and one to New Mexico State University’s police department.  … more
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Las Cruces City Manager Ikani Taumoepeau addresses a budget retreat at New Mexico State University’s Stan Fulton Center on Dec. 17, 2024.
Budget process kicks off early with city council input
A new police training facility, greater investment in the library system, road improvements and preparation for a Trump presidency: There was no unifying theme among the seven presentations from the … more
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The Las Cruces Police Department headquarters on E. Picacho Avenue downtown.
Las Cruces among recipients of $3.4 million police grant
The city of Las Cruces and Las Cruces Police Department are among 10 government agencies or municipalities receiving $3.4 million in federal grants.  The city is set to receive $69,882 from … more
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The Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners, with county manager Scott Andrews to the right, meet in open session at the county government building on Dec. 10, 2024.
Dona Ana County officials approve raises for elected officials
The Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners voted on Dec. 10 to increase the salaries of all county-elected officials and their deputies by as much as 30 percent.  The raises go into … more
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The front office of the Imperial Sky Motel in W. Picacho Avenue in Las Cruces, Dec. 13, 2024.
Man facing federal immigration charges following Imperial Sky Motel crash
The man accused of killing a woman at the Imperial Sky Motel on Dec. 6 now faces federal charges after Border Patrol agents said he was caretaking a group of migrants. more
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Dona Ana County Detention Center on Dec. 12, 2024
Commissioners praise jail's progress but call for upgrades
The Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners gave the county detention center high marks, calling it clean and remarking about the courteousness of the staff. However, it said that some … more
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The Third Judicial District courthouse in Las Cruces, Nov. 3, 2024.
Imperial Sky Motel defendant released on secured bond
A judge issued a $5,000 secured bond for the man accused of killing a woman at the Imperial Sky Motel on Dec. 6. more
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Scott Andrews speaks from the dais during the Doña Ana County commissioners’ meeting on Dec. 10, 2024.
Doña Ana County's new manager embraces modernization and optimism
Scott Andrews is, by his own account, “just as corny as advertised.” The new Doña Ana County manager likes to employ “dad jokes” without regard for consequence and … more
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Las Cruces City Hall, Dec. 7, 2024.
City recommends tighter public records access
A transparency fight is brewing at the state legislature, and Las Cruces may be right in the middle of it.  Local governments, including counties and cities of New Mexico, are looking to … more
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Charges filed in Imperial Motel crash
Alan Leyva-Vasquez, 22, faces one count of vehicular manslaughter in the death of Kari Scholin. more
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Police body camera footage shows Las Cruces police officer Jared Cosper pointing his gun at Amelia Baca in April 2022, shortly before shooting her.
Amelia Baca shooting gets new attention in appeals court 

The 10th Circuit Appeals Court is set to rule on whether a court erred in finding a Las Cruces Police Department officer had legal immunity when he killed 75-year-old Amelia Baca in 2022.   more
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One dead, one injured in Imperial Sky Motel crash
A crash at the Imperial Sky Motel Friday morning killed one bystander and injured another, according to initial reports. more
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Mesilla Valley Community of Hope's offices in Las Cruces, seen in an undated file photo.
Community of Hope presents wish list for lawmakers
Mesilla Valley Community of Hope is looking for nearly $9 million from state lawmakers to expand services, according to a presentation on Dec. 2.   more
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Sarah Davenport appears during a U.S. Senate Judiciary hearing on Sept. 25, 2024. 
Las Cruces prosecutor confirmed to federal bench
Las Cruces native Sarah Davenport won Senate confirmation as New Mexico’s next federal judge on Dec. 5. more
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The House Chambers inside the Roundhouse on Jan. 10, 2024.
Women take majority in New Mexico Legislature
Women in New Mexico won big this last election and now make up more than half of the state‘s lawmakers. Along with a female-majority legislature and a woman overseeing the state Senate, … more
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