Las Cruces' TIDD has $23 million for improvements including upgrades to Branigan Library and shade structures on Main Street; senior services and housing projects are also progressing.

El Paso faces challenges as federal funding freezes, affecting charities and services for the homeless. A judicial block provides brief relief while a final decision is pending.

El Paso lawmakers are divided over Trump's immigration policies, with differing opinions on military deployment at the border for security and deportations.

All-girl football teams from Canutillo ISD prepare for the inaugural Region 19 Female Flag Football Pilot Championship, endorsed by the NFL and starting on April 29.

An ICE agent questioning a Mescalero Apache Tribe member in Ruidoso, New Mexico has intensified fears in Indigenous communities regarding mistaken identity and immigration enforcement.

Las Cruces and its schools launch "Thrive with Cariño" to honor students with a blend of academic success and strong character.

Las Cruces City Council accepts a flawless financial report and approves a new public art installation called "Desert Kinship" for La Buena Vida Park.

UTEP celebrated the "topping out" of Texas Western Hall, a new $110 million learning complex, marking progress on the construction with a traditional ceremony.

Las Cruces provides warming stations for residents during cold weather, published a list of locations with hours, encouraging use of these resources for warmth and safety.

The article reflects on Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy in education and civil rights, highlighting his impact and the observance of his contributions in El Paso schools.

Las Cruces seeks applicants for the Mesilla Valley Public Housing Authority Commission to decide on budgets, policies, and plans for local housing. Terms are five years, and meetings are monthly.

The Las Cruces City Council ratified the selection of Ikani Taumoepeau as City Manager in a special meeting, after addressing non-compliance issues with the Open Meetings Act.

Las Cruces police host a Town Hall to discuss crime and public safety, inviting local input on January 23, with options for in-person and virtual attendance.