News

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – With the General Election around the corner, rural communities in many states from Oklahoma to New York are hopeful the next President will stem the flow of illegal immigration with beefed up border security. But doing so means untangling the web of communities along the U-S/ Mexico border. As Marco Grajeda reports from New Mexico, come November the fate of these communities is in the hands of local voters.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – The Albuquerque Journal released a new poll Sunday which showed Barack Obama with a slight advantage over John McCain among New Mexico voters. KRWG's Evan Woodward spoke with Journal Politics Reporter, Jeff Jones and Online Political Journalist, Heath Haussamen to get their take on the results.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – Retired Navy Captain Frank Gamboa says his friend Republican presidential nominee John McCain made a wise choice in selecting Governor Sarah Palin as his running mate. Gamboa has made several stops in New Mexico including Las Cruces to rally for the GOP candidate.

By Mayra Torres

Las Cruces, NM – Students at the New Mexico State University presented the views of Senator Barack Obama and debated with Republican students who represented Senator John McCain.

Las Cruces, NM – United States Senators approved the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act commonly referred to as the financial bailout. Now the rescue plan is headed to the House of Representatives for consideration. KRWG's news reporters asked residents of southern New Mexico for their opinion on the legislation and found a majority have mixed feelings.

By Charles Comer

Las Cruces, NM – It draws some of the most innovative scientists and engineers from around the globe-- and this year the International Symposium for Personal and Commercial Spaceflight is also looking to attract business people as well. KRWG's Charles Comer has more.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – When the United States Senate passed their version of the financial rescue package Wednesday they also included clean energy tax incentives as part of the bill. The plan would extend tax credits for wind, solar and other renewable energy sources: most of which are set to expire at the end of the year. KRWG's Evan Woodward reports.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – Tuesday Governor Bill Richardson along with Democratic 2nd Congressional District candidate Harry Teague were in Las Cruces to announce the formation of "Gun Owners for Harry", a committee made up of New Mexico gun owners who support Teague's campaign. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the event was an effort to show Teague as a strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – El Paso Electric Company is challenging a lawsuit filed by the New Mexico Environment Department. The Texas based company is accused of violating to the New Mexico Air Quality Control Act. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has this report.

By Sarah Gustavus

Albuquerque, NM – There's less than one week left for people in New Mexico to register to vote in this year's elections. That deadline made KUNM reporter Sarah Gustavus realize that she wasn't quite sure what happened to her voter registration.

By Jamie Palafox

Las Cruces, NM – This week, the United States Department of Defense awarded New Mexico State University a 10 million dollar contract to launch the Unmanned Aerial System Program. KRWG's Jamie Palafox has this report.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – Yesterday, a group of Mexican and American officials discussed a proposed international railroad crossing linking Southern New Mexico with the state of Chihuahua. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports, officials from both countries say the project will be a huge benefit to the local economy.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – With just a few days left before the voter registration deadline on October 7th--Dona Ana County has already seen a huge swell of new eligible voters. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, excitement about the upcoming Presidential Election is fueling the increase along with the help of third party registration agents.

By Jamie Palafox

Las Cruces, NM – Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius rallied for Democratic Presidential nominee Barack Obama yesterday in the Mesilla plaza. As KRWG's Jamie Palafox reports, the crowd of Obama supporters cheered as the Governor said the Democratic Senator's proposals will help everyone from Wall Street to Main Street.

By Sarina Turnbull

Las Cruces, NM – Cowboys for Cancer Research, a local non-profit organization has worked to raise awareness about cancer. The group's first annual event was held in 1982 since then the group has used team-roping competitions to raise money for research. This year, Cowboys for Cancer Research annual event is scheduled for October 10th through the 12th. The 3-day event includes team roping competitions and the Boots and Bling dinner and dance. KRWG's Sarina Turnbull has this report.