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By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – A bill, awaiting final approval by Governor Bill Richardson, would allow older New Mexicans the right to request an exemption from jury duty. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has the details.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – The Las Cruces Police Department and Crime Stoppers are asking for information on a shooting which occurred Friday night close to the Village Inn Restaurant on Telshore Boulevard. KRWG's Evan Woodward has the details.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – Last week after local pecan farmer Thomas Salopek declined his nomination to the New Mexico State University Board of Regents for personal reasons, Governor Bill Richardson chose Issac Pino, President of SunCor New Mexico in his place. KRWG's Evan Woodward spoke with Pino yesterday about his appointment.

By Melissa Aguilera

Las Cruces, NM – Later this week two Irish bands will perform on the New Mexico State University Campus as part of this year's Cultural Series. KRWG's Melissa Aguilera introduces us to Grada self described as, Irish music with extra stuff on top.

By Eduardo Rodriguez

Las Cruces, NM – Southern New Mexicans who are still looking for a good Irish party following St. Patrick's Day can indulge in the culture of Ireland tomorrow. Beoga, a feisty traditional Irish 5 piece group, is touring the state this week, and as KRWG's Eduardo Rodriguez reports, the group will bring the sounds of Ireland, with a twist, to NMSU's Cultural Series.

For ticket information visit panam.nmsu.edu

By Melissa Aguilera

Las Cruces, NM – Later this week two Irish bands will perform on the New Mexico State University Campus as part of this year's Cultural Series. KRWG's Melissa Aguilera introduces us to Grada self described as, Irish music with extra stuff on top.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – The New Mexico State Senate is now broadcasting live on the internet. An official webcam began offering a view of the senate floor Monday following the passage of a resolution just three days earlier. KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports.

By Jim Williams

Santa Fe, NM – Governor Bill Richardson has until late Wednesday night to make a decision on whether or not to sign the death penalty repeal bill lawmakers sent him late last week. According to the New Mexico Independent, he's gotten about 45-hundred e-mails on the matter. And as KUNM's Jim Williams reports from the capitol, the governor's been holding plenty of meetings on it as well.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – A bill passed through the State House over the weekend would provide $50,000 to Attorney General Gary King's office to investigate fluctuating gasoline prices in New Mexico. KRWG's Evan Woodward has the details.

By KRWG News

Las Cruces, NM – Glen Cerny speaks with Rep. Joseph Cervantes of District 52 about the state budget and other issues on KRWG-TV's "Your Legislators".

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – Last week the New Mexico State University Board of Regents was forced to meet with just three members because three newly appointed regents have yet to be confirmed by the Legislature. During their meeting they elected a chair and vice-chair of the board. But as KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the board may need to have another election to comply with their by-laws.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – The Dona Ana County Health and Human Services Department will host a meeting tonight to discuss the Dona Ana County Colonia's Initiative and the importance of the upcoming 2010 census. KRWG's Evan Woodward has the details.

By Claudette Ortiz

Las Cruces, NM – Our monthly commentary, The Age Spot, takes a walk in Hatch Valley for relections on the treasures of home and family.

By KRWG News

Las Cruces, NM – Every Monday on Morning Edition at 7:50am, Fred Martino speaks with Las Cruces Sun News Business Editor Brook Stockberger.

By Eduardo Rodriguez

Las Cruces, NM – Throughout the Legislative Session, New Mexico Lawmakers have been pushing several bills that if enacted, would help residents finance renewable energy installations on their homes. As KRWG's Eduardo Rodriguez reports, legislators expect these bills will put extra money in the pockets of New Mexicans while pushing the state to the forefront of the emerging green economy.