Las Cruces-area Project Jupiter meeting set for Aug. 11
A public meeting on the proposed Project Jupiter data-center development is scheduled for Aug. 11 as air-permit and power-generation questions remain under review.
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State senators schedule Aug. 11 listening session on proposed Project Jupiter AI data center
New Mexico state senators Bill Soules and Joseph Cervantes have announced an Aug. 11 listening session on Project Jupiter, a proposed AI data-center development in southern New Mexico.
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Las Cruces closes Regional Aquatic Center activity pool for emergency repairs
Las Cruces has closed the activity pool at the Regional Aquatic Center for emergency maintenance. The city said repairs were expected to take at least seven days, while the warm-water pool remains open.
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Las Cruces releases strategic-plan needs assessment, opens public-input phase
The City of Las Cruces has released a landscape analysis and needs assessment for its strategic-plan update and begun a second round of community engagement, with public sessions scheduled for July 30 and Aug. 6.
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Las Cruces police charge two teens in alleged overnight spree involving stolen vehicles, cannabis shops
Las Cruces police said two teenagers were apprehended and charged in connection with an alleged overnight crime spree involving three stolen vehicles and burglary activity at three cannabis shops.
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Roadwork and lane closures continue across Las Cruces area through Aug. 2
Guardrail and concrete-barrier replacement is continuing on Interstate 25 between Las Cruces and just north of Doña Ana, affecting mile markers 6 through 14.2.
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I-25 guardrail and concrete-barrier replacement continues north of Las Cruces
Guardrail and concrete-barrier replacement remained underway on I-25 from Las Cruces to just north of Doña Ana, while the separate NM 213/NM 404 widening project in Chaparral remained suspended.
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Doña Ana County commissioners unanimously terminate County Manager Scott Andrews’ contract
The Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners unanimously terminated County Manager Scott Andrews’ employment contract on July 21, 2026. The action took effect immediately, and available reporting did not identify an interim or permanent successor.
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Las Cruces council considers $4.3 million childcare-center expansion
The Las Cruces City Council considered an economic-development offer for Gym Magic Child Development Center to add 10 classrooms, a project projected to serve 120 more children and create 37 full-time jobs.
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Las Cruces council authorizes up to $22.15 million in 2026 gross-receipts-tax improvement bonds
The Las Cruces City Council approved an ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $22.15 million in Series 2026 gross-receipts-tax improvement revenue bonds at its June 15 meeting.
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Las Cruces Police Oversight Review Finds Strengths, Recommends Changes
A Las Cruces police oversight review of 21 investigations praised department practices while recommending clearer case reasoning, evidence controls and follow-up.
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Las Cruces Daily Brief: Police Incident, City Hall Action, and Road Work Updates
Las Cruces, NM — February 6, 2026 — Police secured an explosive device at a thrift store, city leaders advanced planning items, and road work continues.
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Local News Update for Las Cruces, NM – February 5, 2026
Las Cruces, NM — February 5, 2026 — Police investigate explosive device found at local thrift store; Apodaca Park restrooms temporarily closed for repairs; Upcoming events in La…
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Las Cruces Police Arrest Woman in Organized Retail Crime Investigation
Las Cruces, NM — February 3, 2026 — A woman was arrested in connection with an organized retail crime investigation that began in August 2025, involving stolen merchandise value…
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Las Cruces, NM Weather Snapshot – February 1, 2026
8:04 AM · Sunday, February 1, 2026 · Las Cruces, NM: 31°F (Clear) · Humidity 72% · Wind 0 mph
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Las Cruces Police Issue 41 Citations in One-Hour Operation
Las Cruces, NM — January 31, 2026 — Police issued 41 citations during a one-hour enforcement operation along Lohman Avenue on January 29, 2026.
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Las Cruces Faces Multiple Incidents Amid Winter Weather
Las Cruces, NM — January 30, 2026 — A series of incidents, including structure fires and a multi-vehicle crash, have occurred in Las Cruces over the past 48 hours, coinciding wi…
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Recent Incidents in Las Cruces, NM
Las Cruces, NM — January 29, 2026 — Three structure fires and a multi-vehicle crash have occurred in Las Cruces over the past 24 hours, prompting safety concerns.