The City of Las Vegas invites local businesses, organizations, families and community groups to participate in the “Haunted Gallinas Halloween Challenge” along the Gallinas River Park. This year’s theme is “Haunted Gallinas,” and Mayor David Romero is encouraging the community to help create a Halloween version of “Luces en el Río” and establish a new seasonal tradition for local families.…
The Abe Montoya Recreation Center swimming pool will remain closed until further notice due to necessary repairs. The City is diligently working to complete the repairs and will provide updates as they become available. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate the public’s patience and understanding as staff work to safely resume normal operations. For additional information, please…
Looking for a career where your work makes a difference? The City of Las Vegas is hiring! Join a team dedicated to serving our community and helping make Las Vegas a great place to live, work and grow. Whether you are starting your career, looking for a new opportunity or ready to take the next step professionally, your next opportunity may be right here at the City. Departments Hiring: Community…
The City of Las Vegas is addressing recent reports from residents regarding a fishy, earthy, or otherwise unusual odor or taste in the City’s drinking water. We understand that changes in the smell or taste of drinking water can be concerning. The City wants residents to know that these conditions can occur naturally during periods of extreme heat, drought, low source-water flows, and changing…
Want to know what’s happening with the City of Las Vegas’ future water treatment plant and where the project currently stands? Community members are invited to stop by Friday Al Fresco tonight to learn more, ask questions, and get updates directly from those involved in the project. Plexos Group, the project management team for the future water treatment plant, will have a booth at Friday Al…
The City of Las Vegas Water Division will be flushing fire hydrants for compliance sampling today, Thursday, August 13, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. through 5:30 p.m. this evening. Although the City remains under Stage 3 Water Restrictions, this work is necessary to help maintain water quality, verify system performance, and ensure reliable fire protection. Flushing will occur in the following…
Carnegie Library will have modified operating hours this Friday, August 14, due to limited staffing. Library services will be available from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. We encourage patrons to plan their visits accordingly. We apologize for any inconvenience this temporary schedule may cause and appreciate the community’s patience, understanding, and continued support of Carnegie Library. For…
The City of Las Vegas Water Distribution Division and its contractor have successfully completed repairs to the water leak on the Medite water line off Airport Road. The repair resolves the issue that caused low water pressure and temporary water outages in areas north of Las Vegas over the past week. Water service and system pressure are expected to return to normal. Customers who continue to…
The Abe Montoya Recreation Center will be closed on Saturday, August 8, 2026, due to limited staffing. The pool is scheduled to reopen on Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. The City appreciates the public's patience and understanding as staff work to safely resume normal operations. For additional information, please contact the Abe Montoya Recreation Center at (505) 426-1739.
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Community members gathered Saturday evening to celebrate art, history and renewed investment in Las Vegas’ Historic Railroad District. The event also served as a dedication of Railroad Avenue following recent improvements to the roadway, sidewalks, curb and gutter, streetlights and surrounding public spaces. The celebration highlighted more than public art—it represented a…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 6, 2026 – 2:30 p.m. Contact: Detective Diego Romero Las Vegas Police Department (505) 425-7504, Ext. 3112 16-year-old David Ibarra Las Vegas, NM — The Las Vegas Police Department is investigating a missing person/runaway case involving 16-year-old David Ibarra, who was reported as a runaway on May 8, 2026. Recent information indicates Ibarra may be working in Mora, New…
The City of Las Vegas Water Distribution Division and its contractor will continue repairs to a water leak affecting the Medite water line. Due to the specialized nature of the repair, additional time is needed to complete the work. On Thursday, August 6, from 8:00 AM to approximately 12:00 PM, residents and businesses in the Storrie Lake Mobile Home Park, Storrie Lake area, Airport Road area, and…
The City of Las Vegas Water Distribution Division and its contractor will continue repairs on a water leak affecting the Medite water line off Airport Road through Friday, August 7, due to the specialized repair required. Residents along Airport Road and the surrounding area may continue to experience periods of low water pressure and temporary water service interruptions while crews complete the…