• Albuquerque Local Pulse: Missing Person Found, City Budget Concerns, and Biopark Admission Increase

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Albuquerque Local Pulse: Missing Person Found, City Budget Concerns, and Biopark Admission Increase

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  • Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Thursday, May 8th, 2025.

    We start today with breaking news from overnight. Albuquerque Police responded to the northeast near Carlisle Boulevard after a deceased individual was discovered following earlier reports of shots fired. The investigation continues, and we’ll update as more details emerge. Yesterday afternoon, officers also recovered a stolen white Grand Cherokee near Central Avenue and Louisiana, making an arrest after a short chase. In a positive turn, a recent endangered missing persons alert for Maryrose Quintana and her young grandson Jimmy Sedillo was successfully cancelled after they were found safe.

    Looking to City Hall, the Committee of the Whole meets at 5 p.m. today in the Vincent E. Griego Chambers at One Civic Plaza. Residents can make public comments either in person or via Zoom, giving us all a chance to weigh in on matters that shape our daily lives. One topic likely to stir discussion is the city's ongoing concern about potential federal funding cuts, which could impact police staffing and key services. City leaders plan to press our congressional delegation for support to protect Albuquerque’s budget and public safety resources.

    Shifting to weather, we’re starting our Thursday with cool breezes but warming up quickly toward the afternoon. We can expect mild temperatures, highs in the upper 70s, and a slight chance of late-day showers. If you’ve got plans for outdoor events or kids’ activities, we recommend grabbing an umbrella, just in case. Looking ahead, Friday should bring similar conditions with a little more sun.

    On the business front, Albuquerque BioPark is proposing an increase in admission fees as it looks to maintain and improve its beloved zoo and aquarium. If approved, local families may notice a couple of extra dollars on their next visit, but the city promises these upgrades will benefit everyone in the long run.

    Turning to real estate, home prices around Albuquerque are holding steady, with average listings this week near the three hundred thousand mark. The pace of homes being snapped up means it remains a sellers’ market, but we’re also seeing a gradual uptick in new job postings, especially in healthcare and skilled trades, which could help more residents enter the market soon.

    In sports, our youth teams are shining. Local middle schools celebrated big wins in both soccer and robotics competitions this week, bringing home several trophies. Meanwhile, excitement is building as Rio Rancho officially lands a new professional hockey team, a move that’s sure to bring more fans and families to the Sandia Peak area.

    For community events, don’t forget Saturday’s Downtown Artwalk with live music along Central Avenue, and the family-friendly Día del Niño celebration at Tiguex Park. These gatherings are a perfect way to connect and enjoy our city’s creative spirit.

    Finally, a bit of good news to end our morning. Local firefighters showed quick thinking in containing an exterior fire at a restaurant near Montgomery and San Pedro last weekend, preventing injuries and major damage.

    This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Thursday, May 8th, 2025.

We start today with breaking news from overnight. Albuquerque Police responded to the northeast near Carlisle Boulevard after a deceased individual was discovered following earlier reports of shots fired. The investigation continues, and we’ll update as more details emerge. Yesterday afternoon, officers also recovered a stolen white Grand Cherokee near Central Avenue and Louisiana, making an arrest after a short chase. In a positive turn, a recent endangered missing persons alert for Maryrose Quintana and her young grandson Jimmy Sedillo was successfully cancelled after they were found safe.

Looking to City Hall, the Committee of the Whole meets at 5 p.m. today in the Vincent E. Griego Chambers at One Civic Plaza. Residents can make public comments either in person or via Zoom, giving us all a chance to weigh in on matters that shape our daily lives. One topic likely to stir discussion is the city's ongoing concern about potential federal funding cuts, which could impact police staffing and key services. City leaders plan to press our congressional delegation for support to protect Albuquerque’s budget and public safety resources.

Shifting to weather, we’re starting our Thursday with cool breezes but warming up quickly toward the afternoon. We can expect mild temperatures, highs in the upper 70s, and a slight chance of late-day showers. If you’ve got plans for outdoor events or kids’ activities, we recommend grabbing an umbrella, just in case. Looking ahead, Friday should bring similar conditions with a little more sun.

On the business front, Albuquerque BioPark is proposing an increase in admission fees as it looks to maintain and improve its beloved zoo and aquarium. If approved, local families may notice a couple of extra dollars on their next visit, but the city promises these upgrades will benefit everyone in the long run.

Turning to real estate, home prices around Albuquerque are holding steady, with average listings this week near the three hundred thousand mark. The pace of homes being snapped up means it remains a sellers’ market, but we’re also seeing a gradual uptick in new job postings, especially in healthcare and skilled trades, which could help more residents enter the market soon.

In sports, our youth teams are shining. Local middle schools celebrated big wins in both soccer and robotics competitions this week, bringing home several trophies. Meanwhile, excitement is building as Rio Rancho officially lands a new professional hockey team, a move that’s sure to bring more fans and families to the Sandia Peak area.

For community events, don’t forget Saturday’s Downtown Artwalk with live music along Central Avenue, and the family-friendly Día del Niño celebration at Tiguex Park. These gatherings are a perfect way to connect and enjoy our city’s creative spirit.

Finally, a bit of good news to end our morning. Local firefighters showed quick thinking in containing an exterior fire at a restaurant near Montgomery and San Pedro last weekend, preventing injuries and major damage.

This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.

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