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By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – Tuesday Governor Bill Richardson along with Democratic 2nd Congressional District candidate Harry Teague were in Las Cruces to announce the formation of "Gun Owners for Harry", a committee made up of New Mexico gun owners who support Teague's campaign. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, the event was an effort to show Teague as a strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – El Paso Electric Company is challenging a lawsuit filed by the New Mexico Environment Department. The Texas based company is accused of violating to the New Mexico Air Quality Control Act. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has this report.

By Sarah Gustavus

Albuquerque, NM – There's less than one week left for people in New Mexico to register to vote in this year's elections. That deadline made KUNM reporter Sarah Gustavus realize that she wasn't quite sure what happened to her voter registration.

By Jamie Palafox

Las Cruces, NM – This week, the United States Department of Defense awarded New Mexico State University a 10 million dollar contract to launch the Unmanned Aerial System Program. KRWG's Jamie Palafox has this report.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – Yesterday, a group of Mexican and American officials discussed a proposed international railroad crossing linking Southern New Mexico with the state of Chihuahua. As KRWG's Marco Grajeda reports, officials from both countries say the project will be a huge benefit to the local economy.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – With just a few days left before the voter registration deadline on October 7th--Dona Ana County has already seen a huge swell of new eligible voters. As KRWG's Evan Woodward reports, excitement about the upcoming Presidential Election is fueling the increase along with the help of third party registration agents.

By Jamie Palafox

Las Cruces, NM – Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius rallied for Democratic Presidential nominee Barack Obama yesterday in the Mesilla plaza. As KRWG's Jamie Palafox reports, the crowd of Obama supporters cheered as the Governor said the Democratic Senator's proposals will help everyone from Wall Street to Main Street.

By Sarina Turnbull

Las Cruces, NM – Cowboys for Cancer Research, a local non-profit organization has worked to raise awareness about cancer. The group's first annual event was held in 1982 since then the group has used team-roping competitions to raise money for research. This year, Cowboys for Cancer Research annual event is scheduled for October 10th through the 12th. The 3-day event includes team roping competitions and the Boots and Bling dinner and dance. KRWG's Sarina Turnbull has this report.

By Sarah Gustavus

Albuquerque, NM – The general election is a little more than a month away. This week, two political controversies that started on blogs became headline stories in other media outlets. KUNM's Sarah Gustavus talked about the issue with Trip Jennings, the online editor of the New Mexico Independent and reporter Gwyneth Doland.

By Charles Comer

Las Cruces, NM – One of the biggest annual events in Dona Ana County kicks off next week --- and while the Southern New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo is known as a festival of music and family entertainment --- it's also a huge youth competition. KRWG's Charles Comer has more.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – The country is headed toward a recession according to economy experts at New Mexico State University but they say the state can weather the financial crisis. During a forum at NMSU's College of Business, the group of professors answered questions from concerned southern New Mexicans and attempted to explain why the financial market is struggling. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has more.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – The Dona Ana County Board of Commissioners decided today to postpone their decision about holding a special election--which would have asked voters whether or not they want to approve the issuance of Beer and Wine permits for restaurants in the unincorporated areas of the County. KRWG's Evan Woodward has more.

By Evan Woodward

Las Cruces, NM – A new poll released earlier this week by Public Policy Polling shows Barack Obama with a double digit lead in New Mexico over John McCain. Data from the survey also suggests that Democrat Tom Udall is pulling away from Republican Steve Pearce in the U.S. Senate race. KRWG's Evan Woodward has this report.

By Fernando Zamarr?n

Las Cruces, NM – The Village of Ruidoso has awarded sixteen new construction contracts in an effort to recover quickly from July's devastating floods. The village's Mayor says Ruidoso's downtown district is in good condition but the upper canyon is among the areas still in desperate need of repair. KRWG's Fernando Zamarr n has this report.

By Sarina Turnbull

Las Cruces, NM – In the upcoming November General Election, New Mexicans will not only vote for their preferred political candidate, they will also consider a General Obligation Bond to fund higher education in the state.KRWG's Sarina Turnbull has this report.