Regional

By Fernando R Zamarr?n

Las Cruces, NM – Several new mexicans including college professors and state officials are hoping to expand the renewable energy sector with help from the proposed federal stimulus package. KRWG's Fernando Zamarron reports.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – During the current legislative session, New Mexico lawmakers will consider a series of reforms aimed at promoting stronger ethical practices in the state. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports, the proposals include campaign contribution limits and the creation of an independent oversight committee.

By Eduardo Rodriguez

Las Cruces, NM – United States Border Patrol Agents came across a missing Texas woman near Alamogordo yesterday. As KRWG's Eduardo Rodriguez reports, the mentally impaired woman was found dazed and confused on Highway 70.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – The initial report issued this week from the office of New Mexico's medical examiner shows that the December 22nd house fire which claimed the life of 66 year old Robert Dooley was an accident. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the medical examiner also believes the Las Cruces man died as a result of smoke inhalation.

By KRWG News

Las Cruces – A New Mexico State University faculty member had a chance to conduct research overseas thanks to a Fulbright Scholarship.

Phillip De Leon, a professor in the Klipsch School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, was chosen as a Fulbright Scholar based upon his leadership and academic merit.

He taught and conducted research at the Vienna University of Technology in Vienna, Austria, from August to December.

De Leon taught and researched digital speech processing.

By KRWG News

Vado – A major hay fire in Vado is being allowed to burn itself out, with
supervision by the property owner and the Dona Ana County Fire and
Emergency Service Department.

Damages are now estimated at about $400,000, which includes the replacement costs for two destroyed metal canopies under which the hay was being stored.

The property owner feels certain the fire is the work of an arsonist. The official investigation into the cause continues.

By KRWG News

By Melissa Aguilera

Las Cruces, NM – The New Mexico State Police Department is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of four suspects, who allegedly used a credit card stolen from a vehicle on campus. KRWG's Melissa Aguilera has this report.

By Melissa Aguilera

Las Cruces, NM – The New Mexico State Police Department is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of four suspects, who allegedly used a credit card stolen from a vehicle on campus. KRWG's Melissa Aguilera has this report.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – The long-term availability of fresh water is a concern to municipalities and state governments in the southwest due to a drought and rapidly growing population. However, as KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports, some experts say underground water reserves with a high amount of salt may be the answer.

By Gary Worth

Las Cruces, NM – We all know there are big changes going on in downtown Las Cruces. But there's "another" part of town that's in for a facelift as well. KRWG's Gary Worth reports on plans by the city and New Mexico State University officials to transform University Avenue into a destination of choice.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – After Governor Richardson's state of the state address yesterday, KRWG's Evan Woodward spoke with House Minority Whip Keith Gardner, to get a Republican perspective on the upcoming legislative session.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson delivered his state of the state address yesterday at the opening of the 2009 legislative session. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the Governor focused mainly on his economic plan to help the state recover from a substantial budget shortfall.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – Thousands of New Mexico homeowners facing foreclosure may be eligible for mortgage loan modifications under a settlement agreement reached between the state Attorney General's office and Countrywide Home Loans. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, more than 8% of Countrywide's mortgage loans in the state are delinquent or facing foreclosure.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – The State of New Mexico was recently honored with the 2008 Safety Leadership Award for its continuing efforts to reduce DWI and traffic related fatalities. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, New Mexico was the only state to receive the honor from the American Association of Highway Transportation Officials.