Las Cruces, NM – Think New Mexico, a non-partisan group, will push lawmakers to cap the size of public schools in the state during the upcoming legislative session. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports, the think tank argues that existing large schools in the state have become drop-out factories.
Las Cruces, NM – The United States Census Bureau is looking to hire 800 people in Southern New Mexico over the next four weeks to help collect and verify data for the 2010 census. KRWG's Evan Woodward has this report.
Las Cruces, NM – Today the newly elected members of New Mexico's Congressional Delegation were sworn into office in Washington D.C. This marks the first time since New Mexico added a third Congressional District that all of the members of the state's delegation are Democrats. KRWG's Evan Woodward spoke with Online Political Journalist Heath Haussamen about the start of a new era for New Mexico politicians in Washington.
Las Cruces – The New Year for many people is a time of change with slimming down as the most common resolution however, sticking to healthy habits isn't easy. KRWG's Melissa Aguilera reports on how to make the new lifestyle changes permanent.
Las Cruces, NM – The Las Cruces City Council voted unanimously Monday to repeal the existing city ordinance which initiated the red light camera program and replace it with a new ordinance. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the red light and speed enforcement cameras are still coming to at least four intersections in Las Cruces, but with some minor changes.
Las Cruces, NM – A multiple car accident near the Lohman exit on Interstate 25 is affecting both north and southbound traffic. New Mexico Department of Transportation Public Information Officer Bridgette Spedialeri says the accident caused one vehicle to lose control and roll over. Las Cruces motorists are encouraged to seek an alternate route.
Las Cruces, NM – Red light and speed enforcement cameras will be installed this month at four intersections within Las Cruces. The City Council voted for the program unanimously back in September. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, City Manager Terrence Moore says the camera enforcement at these intersections will start in February.
Las Cruces – Fred Martino speaks with Lisa Shields, the Associate Director of Parenting Education Programs at New Mexico State University. Topics of discussion include the Strengthening Families Initiative, which is made up of several educational programs presented throughout the state.
Las Cruces, NM – Starting this month the New Mexico Department of Health will randomly call 9,000 people throughout the state to conduct a health survey. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the survey is intended to collect information on behaviors and risk factors for chronic and infectious diseases.
Las Cruces, NM – New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson withdrew his name from consideration as Commerce Secretary yesterday citing an on-going grand jury investigation into business dealings between the state and a California based company. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has the details.
Las Cruces, NM – The New Mexico State University Police Department turned fifty this year, and as KRWG's Fernando Zamarr n reports, like a good wine the department is getting better with age.
Las Cruces, NM – Today the State of New Mexico and Virgin Galactic will execute a 20 year lease for the company to operate at Spaceport America in Sierra County. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, Spaceport America Executive Director Steve Landeene says the legally binding agreement could lead to as much as 250 million dollars of revenue coming into the state.
Las Cruces, NM – Today New Mexico State University named DeWayne Walker as the schools new head football coach. Walker was most recently the Defensive Coordinator for the University of California Los Angeles. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, Walker will try to steer the program in a new direction after the disappointing Hal Mumme era, where the Aggies went just 11 and 38 over four years.
Las Cruces, NM – On January 1st 2009, New Mexicans earning minimum wage will get a raise from $6.55 an hour to $7.50 an hour. KRWG's Evan Woodward has the details.
