The City of Las Cruces has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a qualified Master Developer to lead redevelopment of approximately 84 acres of City-owned land in the East Lohman corridor into a walkable, mixed-use neighborhood center with residential, health services, commercial, civic, and open space uses. This RFP…
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A residential structure fire on Stagecoach Drive caused damage to a home on Wednesday afternoon. At 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, firefighters were called to the 900 block of Stagecoach Drive. Upon arrival, crews found an exterior fire on a two-story residence. Firefighters quickly initiated an aggressive fire attack to…
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The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting applications from food vendors interested in participating in the annual Movies in the Park and Music in the Park series. Events will begin on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Downtown Plaza and continue at Young Park through…
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Las Cruces City Council Approves $25 Million for Maintenance and Capital Projects. Funding includes immediate project spending and authorization to pursue bond financing for future public safety, street, park, public facility and infrastructure improvements. Las Cruces City Council approved two resolutions during Monday’s regular council meeting that identified and funded…
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The Las Cruces Police Department is accepting applications for PERA New Mexico retired law enforcement officers. Retired officers selected are eligible for up to $35,000 in recruitment, retention and relocation incentives and 40 hours of annual leave upon hire. Salaries for retired officers returning to LCPD range from $30.28 to…
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The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will be offering individual registrations for the Youth Indoor Volleyball league. There will be three different age divisions offered to all genders, between the ages of 8 through 14. Fee for new participants is $50 per individual (with a jersey) or…
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Roadrunner Transit is proud to celebrate its 40th anniversary on April 21, 2026. Since beginning operations on April 21, 1986, Roadrunner Transit has provided reliable and accessible public transportation to the community, connecting residents to work, school, services, and recreation for four decades. In honor of this milestone, Roadrunner Transit…
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The City of Las Cruces Quality of Life Department /Public Art, in partnership with the Las Cruces Fire Department, is looking for an artist to paint a mural on an exterior wall on Fire Station 2, 1199 E. Foster Road. The design will be reflective of the Chiva Town history…
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The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department is accepting entries for lighted floats to participate in the 2026 Electric Light Parade. This year’s parade theme is “Stars, Stripes and City Lights.” The parade will begin at 9 p.m. Friday, July 3, 2026, at Apodaca Park, 801 E. Madrid…
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The Las Cruces Police Department is offering up to $35,000 in recruitment, retention and relocation incentives for commissioned law enforcement personnel who are in good standing with their current department and wish to laterally transfer to LCPD. Law enforcement officers who are commissioned in New Mexico, or have at least…
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The Las Cruces Downtown Callecitas will soon undergo construction to implement shade structure improvements. The anticipated duration of this project is approximately nine months, beginning Mon., Apr. 6, 2026 with a projected completion in Jan. 2027. The specific Callecitas that will be addressed include: Hadley Avenue Callecita Court Avenue Callecita May Avenue…
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Las Cruces police have arrested a 13-year-old boy suspected of shooting his friend, also 13, Monday evening at a home on the 2900 block of Petunia Lane. The 13-year-old victim was airlifted to University Medical Center of El Paso in critical condition with a gunshot wound to the back of…
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Within the Land of the People: Shimba Tainin kau natheure wein – Tierra Sagrada – Ndende bì Ke’ya – Naf’ole atsihem – Nde benah – Ndee Biyááh exhibit at the Branigan Cultural Center, a special, changing gallery space allows each Indigenous group to go deeper into their unique stories. From…
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Citywide spring and summer water restrictions will begin April 1. The annual restrictions prohibit the watering of outside vegetation between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. The watering schedule allows customers with even-numbered addresses to water outside vegetation on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Customers with odd-numbered addresses are allowed to water their…
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The City’s Sustainability program is offering support for low-income homeowners to improve home energy efficiency—at little to no cost. Qualifying residents may receive a free energy audit, upgrades, and new heating and cooling systems. Apply by April 30 to see if the Plugged in for Good Program can make your…
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