Good morning, Las Cruces.

Las Cruces is hosting five family-friendly days of Fourth of July celebrations from Tuesday, June 30 through Saturday, July 4.

The events feature drone shows, live music, a 5k run, and fireworks at NMSU Pat & Lou Sisbarro Community Park.

NMSU received a $759,000 USDA grant to create a disease-resistant, machine-harvestable green chile that addresses crop losses and labor shortages for New Mexico's key agricultural industry — research will include field trials over the next four years.

Record El Niño conditions have brought extreme heat to Las Cruces today, with temperatures expected to reach 105 degrees and wildfire risks rising as drought continues.

Eight large wildfires are burning in New Mexico while the weather trend shifts.

The City of Las Cruces announced it will end Advanced Air's subsidized passenger service between Las Cruces International Airport and Albuquerque on June 30 due to exhausted local and state funding.

Officials said they are pursuing new grants and exploring future flight options including potential service to Phoenix.

Former student-athletes are returning to summer camps in Las Cruces to coach and mentor younger players.

At Organ Mountain High School, the girls' soccer camp will run from June 29 through July 1 (8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.) as alumni share drills and help build confidence among campers.

Southern New Mexico Diabetes Summit

8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum — Free entry — A regional summit for diabetes prevention and management featuring expert speakers and networking opportunities.

Live in Concert: Purple Madness & Memories

6-10 p.m. — Las Cruces Convention Center — $40-80++ — Experience the tribute band recreating the legend of Prince in a vibrant live performance.

Live Music Night with Dyego and Friends

7-11:30 p.m. — El Camino — Check venue website for ticket info — Enjoy an exciting night of live performances by Dyego, BluNites, and Integra Pink.

4th of July Fireworks in Old Mesilla

9:30 p.m. — Mesilla Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the night sky in Old Mesilla.

Las Cruces Networking Meetup

3-5 p.m. — The Game Sports Bar & Grill — Order your own food/drinks — Network with local small business owners in a supportive environment.

Union Arena Tournament

7 a.m. — Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery Las Cruces — $5 entry — A flexible weekly tournament scaling with participation and prizes.

WWE Summer Tour

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Pan American Center — Tickets from $99 — Experience the excitement of WWE live in Las Cruces, NM for an unforgettable night.

The Wrap! Monthly Filmmakers' Hangout

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Rio Grande Theatre — Free entry — Connect with local filmmakers and enjoy monthly screenings in Las Cruces.

Austin Jimmy Murphy Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — D. H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro — Cost info not specified — Enjoy original blues, jazz, swing, country, and Americana from award-winning artist Austin Jimmy Murphy.

2026 Miss New Mexico USA & Miss New Mexico Teen USA

7-10 p.m. — ASNMSU Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Witness the competition for the crown among the brightest young ladies from New Mexico.