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Las Cruces authorities remind students about consequences for school threats

The Las Cruces Police Department and Las Cruces Public Schools are reminding students about the consequences of making, posting, or sharing threats of shootings.


RGF president discusses homelessness and economy at public events

On Saturday, Paul Gessing, president of the Rio Grande Foundation (RGF), participated in a Braver Angels event held in the International District. During the event, he initiated a conversation on homeless policy. He argued that additional tax dollars are not necessary to provide housing for the homeless.


UNM announces new assistant vice provost positions focused on boosting academic success

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is restructuring its Office of Academic Affairs to enhance faculty and student success. This change includes the creation of two new assistant vice provost positions. These roles will focus on faculty affairs and students' academic success.


NMSU introduces free app for blind and low-vision student accessibility

New Mexico State University’s Disability Access Services has partnered with Aira, a remote visual interpretation service for the blind and low-vision community, and T-Mobile Accessibility to provide more accessibility through a free app now available at all NMSU campuses across the state.


University executive Dan Garcia joins RNL's AI Leadership Council

Dan Garcia, vice president for enrollment management at The University of New Mexico (UNM), has been appointed to RNL's AI Leadership Council. This initiative aims to shape the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education.


UNM Children's Hospital highlights comprehensive pediatric oncology care during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

As September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, The University of New Mexico (UNM) Children’s Hospital highlights its essential role in treating and supporting young cancer patients and their families. Leading the effort is Jessica M. Valdez, MD, MPH, an associate professor, institutional principal investigator for the Children’s Oncology Group (COG), and medical director of the Pediatric Infusion Unit at UNM. Valdez provides insights into the hospital's commitment to offering personalized, advanced care while managing pediatric oncology complexities in New Mexico.


Sandoval County opens new public safety building

The Sandoval County Public Safety Building officially opened on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham was the special guest speaker at the event. Commission Chair David J. Heil and Sheriff Jesse James Casaus also addressed the crowd. Wayne Johnson, County Manager, welcomed attendees to the new building located at 7255 Oersted Rd., Bernalillo, N.M.


UNM set to break ground on Center for Collaborative Arts & Technology

The University of New Mexico (UNM) will break ground on the Center for Collaborative Arts & Technology (CCAT) on Tuesday, Oct. 15. The new facility, designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R), will be a 60,000 square-foot hub for innovation and creativity at the UNM College of Fine Arts.


Casa San Ysidro joins Corrales Harvest Festival for fall celebration

Casa San Ysidro will participate in the Corrales Harvest Festival on September 28 and 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event, which is free to the public, is organized in collaboration with the Village of Corrales.


UNM study finds jail-based methadone treatments lower recidivism rates

Research from the University of New Mexico suggests that providing methadone and other substance use disorder treatments in jails can reduce recidivism rates. Brady Horn, a Professor in the Department of Economics, and Paul Guerin, the Director of the Center for Applied Research and Analysis (CARA) at the Institute for Social Research (ISR), examined a program at Bernalillo County's Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) that offers methadone treatment to inmates.


Las Cruces Fire Department appoints Sean Heck as deputy chief

Sean Heck, a 22-year veteran of the Las Cruces Fire Department, has been named Deputy Chief of Administration. He succeeds Deputy Chief Justin Allen, who retired in August 2024.


Federal funds allocated for Mesa Verde Park renovation

Mesa Verde Park is set for a significant renovation with funding from the federal government. The U.S. Department of the Interior announced today that it is awarding the City $1.3 million for the project. The grant comes from the Land and Water Conservation Fund’s Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program (ORLP). The City will match these funds, investing a total of $2.6 million into the park's upgrade.


Federal funding enables major renovation for Mesa Verde Park

Mesa Verde Park in Albuquerque is set for a major renovation with funding from the federal government. The U.S. Department of the Interior announced that it is awarding the city $1.3 million for the project, which will be matched by the city, bringing the total investment to $2.6 million.


City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Sept. 24

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, Sept. 24


UNM colleges rank among top-100 in latest U.S News & World Report

Two colleges at The University of New Mexico, including the College of Nursing and the School of Engineering, have been ranked among the top 100 in the latest 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings released today.


NMSU researchers among top scientists globally according to Stanford University

The number of scientists from New Mexico State University (NMSU) recognized on an elite list continues to grow. This year, 41 NMSU researchers have been named to a list of the top 2 percent of scientists worldwide. The list is regularly updated by Stanford University and Elsevier, a publishing company specializing in scientific, technical, and medical content. Last year, 40 NMSU researchers were named to the list, and 25 researchers were named in 2022.


Audit rule training scheduled for October in Albuquerque

On October 17, 2024, a training session on audit rule updates will be held from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at 3400 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107.


Podcast episode explores UNM's Lobo Launch rocket engineering program

The podcast "It’s (Probably Not) Rocket Science" explores the topic of rocket engineering, focusing on a program called Lobo Launch at the University of New Mexico. The episode, titled “It Actually is Rocket Science,” delves into this initiative developed by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at UNM.


UNM professor develops tool aiding families through contentious divorces

When University of New Mexico Adjunct Professor Lawrence Jones isn’t teaching or mediating contentious cases, he's trying to help parents and professionals create a less stressful experience for children during separation or divorce.


UNM College of Nursing ranks among top BSN programs nationwide

The University of New Mexico College of Nursing has been recognized as one of the top Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs in the United States, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Colleges list. The College climbed 13 spots from last year and is now ranked 54th out of 686 nursing schools nationwide, placing it in the top 8%.