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Beginning Monday, September 29, the Carnegie Library will undergo essential repairs and infrastructure upgrades, including work on the roof, pillars, and other structural features. The project is expected to last 3–4 weeks, weather permitting. During the construction period, every effort will be made to keep the library open to the public. However, occasional closures may be necessary to ensure safety and allow work to proceed efficiently. The area around the library might ex

The Las Vegas Police Department is proud to announce that four new officers were officially sworn in during a ceremony held on Monday, September 22, 2025. Xavier Sandoval, Steven Sandoval, Nicholas Apodaca, and Heath Smiley took their oath as commissioned non-certified officers, administered by Police Chief Caleb Marquez. Also present at the ceremony were Mayor Romero and City Manager Robert A. Anaya, who additionally signed the officers’ certifications. The new officers were

Update on 9/25/25 3:45 p.m. –Due to Relocation NOTICE OF A POTENTIAL QUORUM OF THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE CITY OF LAS VEGAS NOTICE IS...

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has awarded $1.48 million to the City of Las Vegas to reconstruct more than 3,200 feet of Commerce Street. This funding comes from the Transportation Project Fund (TPF), which supports local transportation projects. The work will fix ongoing storm water drainage problems and repair pavement that has been in poor shape for years. This is an important milestone for the community, as it has been decades since this area saw this

The City of Las Vegas Streets Division will be conducting pothole patching on Monday, September 22, from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM at the...

The City of Las Vegas Gas Department would like to inform residents that a gas main line relocation will take place today, Wednesday,...

The City of Las Vegas Water Distribution Team will be repairing a 2-inch water main break affecting the 300 block of Santa Fe Street...

This past Friday, the Las Vegas Police Department observed a mock evacuation drill at Union Elementary School. These drills are a standard safety measure designed to protect both students and staff in the event of an emergency. The purpose of such exercises is to evaluate current procedures and determine if any adjustments are needed to improve safety protocols. They provide an opportunity for all involved agencies to assess their roles and responsibilities and identify areas

To maintain the quality and safety of our water system, the City of Las Vegas will be flushing fire hydrants throughout various locations in the city. When:  Monday, September 15 through Friday, September 19, 2025 Time:  8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. During this period, you may notice temporary water discoloration or changes in water pressure. This is a routine maintenance procedure to ensure reliable service and the safety of your water supply. Your safety is our priority. Thank yo

The City of Las Vegas would like to inform residents of two upcoming road construction projects scheduled to begin on Monday, September 15, 2025. These projects are part of our continued efforts to improve local infrastructure and roadway safety. The first project will take place on 9th Street, between Grand Avenue and Tilden Avenue, and includes asphalt resurfacing along with curb and gutter improvements. Work will occur Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., an

The Plaza Park inner circle will be closed on Saturday, September 13, from 10:30 a.m. to approximately 7:00 p.m. for a permitted event....

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a quorum of the Governing Body of the City of Las Vegas may be present for Recovery Month Event-4th Judicial...

The City of Las Vegas Streets Division will be performing pothole repairs on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m....

The effluent water system at the standpipes located at City Utilities on 12th Street will be temporarily unavailable beginning September...

Attention City of Las Vegas Residents: We’re committed to ensuring reliable services for our community. To achieve this, we want to inform you about an important update. What You Need to Know: Who is Affected:  Residents of Las Vegas What is Happening:  The City of Las Vegas mailed out letters to the residents of Las Vegas regarding lead and copper. (The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has mandated that all lead and copper water lines THROUGHOUT THE NATION  must be iden

Las Vegas, NM – Herminio Benavidez, age 47, has been sentenced to 10 years in the New Mexico Department of Corrections after pleading guilty to multiple counts of drug trafficking, announced Fourth Judicial District Attorney Tom Clayton. The convictions stem from two separate cases involving the trafficking of cocaine and fentanyl, with the most recent incident occurring in January of this year. District Judge Flora Gallegos accepted plea agreements in which Benavidez pleaded

Las Vegas, N.M.  – As a reminder, and with a few additional details since the original August 15 announcement, the City of Las Vegas is...

City public safety officials are urging all residents to avoid the Gallinas River and the Riverwalk Park area due to elevated water...

The City of Las Vegas is conducting its final collection of essential items to assist the Ruidoso community in their ongoing recovery....

The City of Las Vegas Streets Division will be performing pothole repairs on Thursday, August 21, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Traffic...