Thursday, April 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ NMSU police arrested Tyler Gutierrez, 18, on April 18th for non-residential burglary and related charges linked to a series of on-campus burglaries—authorities are now searching for a second suspect. The Las Cruces Bulletin
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A busy arts week is set from April 25 to May 2 with events starting with a reading by poet Sylvia Chan at 7:30 p.m. on April 25 at Creative Media Theater and a classical concert at Plaza Theater in El Paso. Additional programs in the region include film screenings at Fountain Theatre in Mesilla, a local festival at Plaza de Las Cruces, an improv show at Black Box Theater, and a concert by Jon Pardi at the Pan American Center in Las Cruces—offering diverse cultural experiences. The Las Cruces Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico Supreme Court on April 22 issued an order to resolve two disciplinary cases against former Doña Ana County Magistrate Court Judge Joel “Jose” Cano after he resigned on March 3 amid allegations that a Tren de Aragua gang member lived in a casita behind his home — the order permanently bars him from holding judicial office or officiating weddings. The court vacated the oral arguments scheduled for today. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ On April 22, the New Mexico Supreme Court ruled that Judge Joel “Jose” Cano—who resigned effective March 21—cannot ever hold a judicial office or officiate weddings. The decision came after disciplinary cases were filed by the New Mexico Judicial Standards Commission following investigations linked to a federal arrest at his home. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Monday, April 21 — protecting 911 dispatchers and governmental employees from lawsuits except for negligence — in a decision that ended a five-year legal battle brought by a Las Cruces family after the 2020 death of 16-year-old Isaac Brealey-Rood during a hike in the Organ Mountains. The wrongful death suit is pending in federal court. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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Power of the Purse Fundraiser
4-8 p.m. — New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum — Support local initiatives — Enjoy a fun-filled evening at the annual Power of the Purse fundraiser benefiting Turning Point of Las Cruces.
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Alma d' Arte Spanish Market
May 2-4 — Alma d' Arte Charter High School — Free entry — Discover the vibrant cultural art from Spanish New Mexico at this world-class Spanish Colonial Art Market.
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El Camino Market Show
6:30-10 p.m. — El Camino — Tickets nonrefundable — Enjoy a night of live performances featuring Ask the Past, Honey & Virosa, and St. Anthony's Fire.
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2025 Las Cruces UkeFest
All day — Corbett Center Student Union — Pre-registration required — Celebrate the annual ukulele festival with music and good vibes in Las Cruces.
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Icebox Brewing Art Class
6-8:30 p.m. — Icebox Brewing Company — $40/person — Enjoy a step-by-step painting class while sipping on your favorite beverage.
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Memorial Day Weekend New Mexico Wine Festival
Noon-6 p.m. — Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds — General admission required — Celebrate local wines with tastings, food trucks, and live music during this festive weekend.
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