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.
Las Cruces, NM – The supposed victim of identity theft in Las Cruces turned out to be the identity thief himself according to the Dona Ana County Sherriff's Department. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has the details.
Las Cruces, NM – The latest unemployment rate in Las Cruces dropped slightly during a one month period thanks to the addition of hundreds of new jobs while the state's jobless rate remained steady. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has more.
Las Cruces, NM – The nation's struggling economy may tempt many people to dip into their 401-k retirement funds, but as KRWG'S Melissa Aguilera reports investment experts say that's not a good idea.
Las Cruces, NM – The holiday season is quickly coming to a end and that means many Christmas trees will be kicked to the curb. KRWG's Melissa Aguilera reports on how residents can say good-bye to their tree and help the environment.
Las Cruces, NM – Today Mesilla Valley Hospice announced the completion of their "Continuing the Dream" capital campaign which helped finance a 28,000 square foot expansion of their facilities in Las Cruces. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the expansion will allow the group to serve more patients.
Las Cruces, NM – Officials at the New Mexico Department of Transportation and local law enforcement have reopened New Mexico 90, between Lordsburg and Silver City.
The road had been closed to both eastbound and westbound traffic due to snow pack and icy conditions.
However, motorists without four wheel drive vehicles or tire chains are encouraged to use alternate routes.
Las Cruces, NM – New Mexico will likely experience two more years of tough economic times according to a recent report. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has this report
Las Cruces, NM – New Mexico 90 between Lordsburg and Silver City has been closed due to weather conditions.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation reports the road is snow packed and icy. The state agency recommends motorists use an alternate route until further notice.
