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To Receive Outstanding Filmmaker Award: Catch Shane Black at LCIFF

Renowned filmmaker Shane Black, known for “Lethal Weapon,” “Iron Man 3,” “Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang,” and “The Nice Guys,” will receive the Outstanding Filmmaker Award at the 2026 Las Cruces Film Festival.

Campus Visits Begin for New Mexico Tech Presidential Finalists 

The five finalists for New Mexico Tech’s presidency will visit campus from March 23 to March 27 as part of the university’s ongoing search for its next leader.

From 50th to 20th: New Mexico Progresses in Adult Education Rankings

Thousands of New Mexicans have benefited from adult education, helping the state rise in national rankings.

Jose Coll Selected as New WNMU President, Vows to ‘Listen, Learn, and Collaborate’

After the Western New Mexico University (WNMU) Board of Regents named him president, Jose Coll shared his plans for the next months before officially assuming the role on July 1.

Know Anyone on the List? APS Students Recognized As National Merit Finalists

Top-achieving APS seniors are given the chance to compete for scholarships after earning recognition as 2026 National Merit Finalists.

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New Mexico-Based Artist Built a 30-Foot Coyote Head in the New Mexico Desert—and You Can Sleep Inside It

An artist in Arroyo Hondo, N.M., built a 30-foot guest house shaped like a giant coyote head, turning a fantastical dream into a unique Airbnb.

This Overlooked New Mexico Town Might Be the Best Weekend Getaway Yet

Ruidoso, N.M., is welcoming travelers back for a cool mountain getaway as the village continues to recover from 2024 fires and floods.

El Niño Is Back — and It Could Soak New Mexico This Winter. But Don’t Get Too Comfortable.

After years of drier La Niña influences, a strengthening El Niño offers New Mexico hope for moisture relief — but also brings risks of extreme rain, flooding and unpredictable extremes in a warming climate.

Flash Flood Watch Issued for Parts of New Mexico as Monsoon Storms Build

Flash Flood Watch issued for Ruidoso burn scars and western New Mexico as storms bring heavy rain, flooding risks, and afternoon thunderstorm activity.

Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Warning Across New Mexico Due to Monsoon Storms

Monsoon storms continue across parts of New Mexico to start the week, bringing heavy rain, lightning, gusty winds, and the potential for localized flooding. Forecasters urge residents to stay weather aware as seasonal moisture fuels widespread afternoon and evening thunderstorms.