Stephen Lopez was appointed as Doña Ana County's third Assistant County Manager, starting January 26, with a focus on executing the County's Strategic Plan.

Las Cruces city offices closed for Presidents’ Day, but essential services like police, fire, and waste management remain operational.

Chief Jeremy Story of Las Cruces Police will speak at Bridging the Badge event on public safety, amid high crime rates before the legislative deadline.

Las Cruces Public Libraries and GECU offer free tax assistance through the VITA program, with IRS-certified volunteers available at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library until April 14.

Defense Secretary Hegseth is visiting Fort Bliss and the U.S.-Mexico border to assess military border support operations and capabilities, indicating a shift in military's role in immigration enforcement.

Jason Smith, the Chief of the Las Cruces Fire Department, will retire on January 31, 2025, after 22 years, having expanded the department significantly. Deputy Chief Sean Heck will serve as interim chief.

Lesley Doyle is named the new Finance Director for the City of Las Cruces, bringing over 25 years of experience in finance, including past work at the city, Deming Public Schools, and NMSU.

Dr. Luis Vazquez joined the APA's Committee of Socioeconomic Status to address SES disparities, applying his expertise honed at LCPD's wellness program.

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.