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By Lindsey Bilovesky

Las Cruces, NM – Dona Ana County Sheriff Juan Hernandez earlier announced he will retire, now explaining that's because of a brain disease. KRWG's Lindsey Bilovesky reports that while the community will miss Sheriff Hernandez, his legacy will continue.

By Lindsey Bilovesky

Las Cruces, NM – The Las Cruces Police Department is investigating a carjacking that happened this past weekend. As KRWG's Lindsey Bilovesky reports, the suspects had earlier met with the owner earlier about buying the car.

By Katie J. Goetz

Las Cruces, NM – A local activist is joining in a class-action lawsuit against the City of New York and its police department. As KRWG's Katie Goetz reports, the suit alleges the two agencies violated protesters' constitutional rights during the Republican National Convention.

By Bob Mitchell

Las Cruces, NM – The NMSU athletics director announced that, after a string of lackluster seasons, Head Football Coach Tony Samuel would no longer be a part of the university's football program. KRWG's Bob Mitchell reports.

Carrie interviews former NMSU Alumni Sylvia Acevedo about her job as President and CEO of Communicard. Communicard helps bridge the gap between laborers and employees.

Las Cruces, NM – First Aired 10/02/04

In this week's Images we remember Steve Pasternack and his impact on the journalism field and the university.

Las Cruces, NM – First Aired 09/18/04

Remember Steve Pasternack with Frank Thayer, Journalism Department Head. Frank talked about his friendship with Steve, what he meant to the students and the impact he had on the field and the university. Also featured in the show is a segment from my interview with Steve that originally aired in March of this year.

This week Carrie presents Never Before Heard Images with Jack Noel, Jeannie Izzo, and Robyn Rivas from the Folk Festival/Garland Appeal Breast Cancer Fund.

Las Cruces, NM – First Aired 09/25/04

Never Before Heard with Jack Noel from the Southwest Environmental Center, Jeannie Izzo and Robyn rivas from the Bluegrass and Folk Festival/Garland Appeal Breast Cancer Fund.

Commentary: Bill Vuroala in the Beginning... Sunny Conley at the end

This week Carrie interviews Dr. Anil Mangle, a disease specialist with the Minnesota United Nations Association and the chair of the Global Health and Infectious Disease Committee about the spread of HIV/AIDS in developing countries.

Las Cruces, NM – First Aired 10/09/04

This week's Images is pre-empted for "Witnesses to Terror".

Las Cruces, NM – First Aired 07/11/04

Pre-empted for "Witnesses to Terror"

By Bob Mitchell

Las Cruces, NM – Democrat Senator Mary Jane Garcia says she'll introduce two new bills during the upcoming legislative session. The bills aim to toughen the penalties on those convicted of child abuse. KRWG's Bob Mitchell reports.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – An El Paso company allegedly repackaged contaminated milk as baby formula and then exported it to Mexico. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has more.

By Lindsey Bilovesky

Las Cruces, NM – According to studies, southern New Mexico's population of elderly homeless people is increasing. Las Cruces has seen a 175-percent increase in homeless people over the age of 55. KRWG's Lindsey Bilovesky has the story.

By Marco Grajeda

Las Cruces, NM – Gov. Richardson revived the New Mexico Fitness Council last year to again promote health awareness and the value of exercise. The council includes such high-profile New Mexicans as golfer Notah Begay and boxer Danny Romero. KRWG's Marco Grajeda has more.

By Host Greg Bloom, Cultural Correspondent Emily Guerra, Producer Michael Olson

Las Cruces, NM – In one of his first mandates since being re-elected, President George W. Bush is poised to strike a sweeping immigration agreement with Mexican President Vicente Fox. Producer Michael Olson speaks with Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) Western Field Director Rick Altman. FAIR has taken a strong stand against immigration from Mexico. Cultural Correspondent Emily Guerra shares the sounds of the 2004 International Mariachi Conference.

By Lindsey Bilovesky

Las Cruces, NM – The debate to introduce Indian gaming to southern New Mexico rages on. KRWG's Lindsey Bilovesky reports.