Las Cruces, NM – A mental-health advocate says the senate bill that would create a new mental-health facility in southern New Mexico stands a good chance of passing and being signed into law. He also says its companion bill will probably have the same good fortune in the House. Bob Mitchell has more.
Las Cruces, NM – People who move to New Mexico and fail to change their vehicle registration could face a fine and jail time under a bill passed by the House. Carrie Hamblen reports.
Las Cruces, NM – Gov. Richardson has wiped out a sizable number of inactive boards and commissions and will ask the Legislature to eliminate more. Carrie Hamblen reports.
Las Cruces, NM – According to a public-opinion poll, four in five New Mexicans support the idea of establishing a state-funded pre-kindergarten program. But the poll also shows that residents view other issues as more important. Carrie Hamblen has more.
Las Cruces, NM – According to Sandia National Laboratories a device used by the Army to dispose of old chemical munitions can also be used to destroy biological weapons. Carrie Hamblen reports.
Las Cruces, NM – A bill that would have defined marriage as being between a man and a woman has been tabled by the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee. However, the issue is still alive in the Legislature. Carrie Hamblen reports.
Las Cruces, NM – As the homeless population continues to grow nationwide, some people who locally provide services to the homeless are wondering, "What's next?" Bob Mitchell has this report.
Las Cruces, NM – The U.S. government plans to give Chihuahua a large sum of money during the next four years to help with reforming that state's judicial system. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports, the U.S. ambassador in Mexico says the money will benefit the entire border region.
Las Cruces, NM – An Albuquerque Republican attempted to force the state house of representatives to debate the issuance of driver's licenses to illegal immigrants. KRWG's Carrie Hamblen has more.
Las Cruces, NM – Valentine's Day provided a backdrop at the New Mexico State Capitol for both gay-rights advocates and Republicans to promote their ideas. Carrie Hamblen reports.
Las Cruces, NM – Authorities have confirmed that the body of a woman found in a pasture near Lovington is that of Guadalupe Silva of Las Cruces. Carrie Hamblen reports.
Las Cruces, NM – With his seat in the U.S. Senate up in 2006, New Mexico Sen. Jeff Bingaman has officially announced he will seek re-election for a fifth term. KRWG's Michael Olson has more.
