Las Cruces, NM – The Dona Ana County Commission has been taking heat on its plans to discuss the proposed casino in Anthony behind closed doors. But as Bob Mitchell reports, the commission decided not to discuss the casino after all.
Las Cruces, NM – The Office of the State Medical Investigator has determined that strangulation caused the death of a Dona Ana County Detention Center inmate. Stephan Apodaca reports.
Las Cruces, NM – Las Cruces city officials announced plans to continue the city's curbside recycling program, despite poor participation. KRWG's Lindsey Bilovesky reports.
Las Cruces, NM – U.S. Sen. Pete Domenici (R) recently told officials from the U.S. Air Force that New Mexico would be a great training ground for the next generation of fighter pilots. KRWG's Stephan Apodaca reports.
Las Cruces, NM – Sen. Jeff Bingaman has announced new border-security initiatives to be implemented by the Department of Homeland Security. As KRWG's Cynthia Grajeda reports, the program's success depends, in part, on the involvement of border-area ranchers.
Las Cruces, NM – Gov. Richardson has announced the creation of a new office that will use public money to fund faith-based initiatives. Stephan Apodaca reports.
Las Cruces, NM – Sen. Jeff Bingaman was recently briefed on various water consortiums and water projects that are taking place - not only in New Mexico, but also in other states and in Mexico. Bob Mitchell has this report.
Las Cruces, NM – An NMSU student is attempting to make southern New Mexico aware of the homeless through a documentary photo project. KRWG's Carrie Hamblen reports.
Las Cruces, NM – A state public-health physician says abstinence-only sex education downplays the effectiveness of contraceptives. KRWG's Carrie Hamblen reports.
Las Cruces, NM – State officials are warning residents of southern New Mexico about the health risks associated with spring dust storms. Carrie Hamblen reports.
Las Cruces,NM – Gov. Bill Richardson has signed a bill that ensures a life sentence for anyone convicted of child abuse resulting in death. Bob Mitchell reports.
