Mesilla Valley News

Police Arrest Suspect Who Shot Friend Monday Morning
Las Cruces police have arrested an 18-year-old man suspected of shooting his teenage friend after the two conspired to steal firearms from someone's home. Evan Gabriel Martinez is charged with felony counts of attempted murder and tampering with evidence. He was arrested Monday and is currently being held without bond ...
Oct 15, 2025

Police to Host News Conference on Oct. 9 Shooting
Las Cruces police will host a news conference Tuesday morning to present additional information and answer questions on the officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday on the 400 block of south Telshor Boulevard. The news conference will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, in Council Chambers at Las Cruces ...
Oct 10, 2025

Superintendent to Host Information Sessions on School Bond Election
Las Cruces Public Schools invites the community to attend an information session with Superintendent Ignacio Ruiz to outline priorities for the upcoming school bond and mill levy election. The sessions are designed to help voters in the November election understand how the proposed measures support student learning, ma...
Oct 10, 2025
Music News

Sam Fender Wins Mercury Prize, Beating Out Fontaines D.C., Pulp, And Wolf Alice For Prestigious U.K. Music Award
On Thursday night (October 16), Sam Fender was awarded the 2025 Mercury Prize for his album, People Watching. The ceremony was held in Fender's hometown of Newcastle in the North East of England, marking the first time the awards took place outside of ...
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Janelle Monáe's Announces Wondaween 2025 Halloween Music Festival In Los Angeles
Janelle Monáe and the Wondaland Arts Society have returned to Los Angeles with Wondaween 2025, a month-long Halloween festival spanning cemeteries, theaters, secret venues, and the Hollywood Bowl throughout the month of October. The event kicked off wi...
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Pras Michél Working With Mark Wahlberg On Documentary About Fugees Founder's Life And Spy Trial
Fugees founder Pras Michél was recently convicted on multiple conspiracy charges that carry a potential 22-year prison sentence, and the 52-year-old rapper has partnered with Mark Wahlberg to produce a documentary exploring his musical legacy and high-...
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