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By Vanessa Dabovich

Las Cruces, NM – In unofficial results from the state's website New Mexico's five electoral votes went to presidential candidate Democrat Barack Obama. Obama received fifty-six percent of the popular vote while Republican candidate John McCain received forty-three percent.

In the State Senate race Congressman Democrat Tom Udall defeated opponent republican Steve Pearce. Udall garnered sixty percent of the votes as compared to Pearce's forty percent.

By Fred Martino

Las Cruces – Every year, students and faculty study and work in Belize. The country provides a rich experience for marine biologists. New Mexico State University biology professor Michele Nishiguchi talked with Fred Martino about her work in coral reef ecology and the importance of learning outside the classroom.

By Sarina Turnbull

Las Cruces, NM – On election day voters in New Mexico will consider five amendments to the State Constitution. Among the proposed changes voters will decide if the Governor should be allowed to appoint a Lieutenant Governor in the case of a vacancy. KRWG's Sarina Turnbull has this report.

By Charles Comer

Las Cruces, NM – Commercial Radio can be a tough business, but one Las Cruces Company found a secret ingredient for success that lies in the heart of the listeners. KRWG's Charles Comer has more.

By Fernando R. Zamarr?n

Las Cruces, NM – Investigators looking for the cause of last week's home explosion in east Las Cruces have completed the evidence-gathering phase. As KRWG's Fernando Zamarron reports, the investigation will now focus on laboratory analysis

By Jim Williams

Albuquerque, NM – The company that Secretary of State Mary Herrera's office uses for election support may be violating its contract with the state by subcontracting work to another company. That's the word from a lawyer looking into the matter. It's an issue that could be headed to the attorney general's office. KUNM's Jim Williams reports.

By Fernando R. Zamarr?n

Las Cruces, NM – Investigators looking for the cause of last week's home explosion in east Las Cruces have completed the evidence-gathering phase. As KRWG's Fernando Zamarr n [SAH-MAH-RRONE] reports, the investigation will now focus on laboratory analysis

By Gary Worth

Las Cruces, NM – Las Cruces is gearing up to host one of this region's biggest cultural events of the year. The 15th annual International Mariachi Conference begins next week. It will attract more than 700 young people from across the nation. And as KRWG's Gary Worth reports, they will be getting some expert training in a very old musical tradition.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – With just a few days left before this year's election, KRWG's Evan Woodward interviewed Online Political Journalist Heath Haussamen to get his thoughts on how New Mexico factors into this historic battle for the White House.

By Fred Martino

Las Cruces – 9 year old Miranda Thomas of Las Cruces is ready for Halloween. But she got an early start...wearing her costume last week in front of a crowd at the annual Elephant Jamboree. She even introduced US Senate Candidate Steve Pearce. Thomas' costume? Well...she's made up like Republican Vice Presidential Candidate Sarah Palin. From the dress suit and glasses....to the perfect makeup and hairstyle....Miranda is ready. She spoke with Fred Martino.

By Jim Williams

Albuquerque, NM – A new poll finds Democrat Barack Obama with a ten point lead over Republican John McCain in the final days of the presidential race in New Mexico. The Rasmussen poll was based on the responses of five hundred likely voters, and showed Obama had the support of 54 percent while McCain had 44 percent.

By Jamie Palafox

Las Cruces, NM – United Stats Senator John Kyl visited Mesilla today to rally support for Republican Presidential candidate John McCain.

By Marco Grajeda

Albuquerque, NM – Secretary of State Mary Herrera says voters who haven't yet received their absentee ballots by mail can vote without it. Herrera sent word to county clerks Wednesday to implement a process to allow those voters to cast ballots early or on Election Day. KUNM's Jim Williams reports.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – Congressman Steve Pearce is in Dona Ana County today meeting with area small businesses and veterans groups to discuss his proposals if elected to the U.S. Senate. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has more.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – The General Election is only days away and the major political parties are holding events in Las Cruces tomorrow as a final push for their presidential candidate. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has the details.