Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Friday, January 31, 2025. We're starting the day with some exciting business news. ABQ Crazy Liquidation is expanding into central Albuquerque, signing a lease for a 13,500-square-foot space in the Daskalos Center at 5339 Menaul Blvd. NE. This new location is expected to create around 15 to 20 new jobs, both full-time and part-time positions. The retailer, known for buying overstock and returns from over 30 retailers and selling them at decreasing prices daily, plans to open in the first quarter and is already looking to add another location in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque.Moving on to weather, today is expected to be quite chilly with heavy snow. The forecast predicts a temperature of 2 degrees Fahrenheit, with 0.8 cm of snowfall. This might impact your morning commute, so be sure to check the latest updates before heading out. The rest of the day is expected to remain cold, so bundle up if you're planning to be outdoors.In other news, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham sat down with New Mexico in Focus to discuss her top agenda items for the 2025 legislative session. She addressed how she plans to shield state programs from potential financial cuts and her strategies for making progress on public safety bills. This conversation is set to air on NMPBS 5.1 tonight at 7 p.m. and again on Sunday at 7 a.m.For those interested in local journalism, it's worth noting that the New Mexico Local News Summit 2023 highlighted the growing challenges in local news, including "news deserts" and the importance of strengthening the news ecosystem. While this event took place last year, it's a reminder of the ongoing efforts to support local news outlets throughout the state.On the real estate front, the Daskalos Center is nearing 92% occupancy with the addition of ABQ Crazy Liquidation and the relocation of Mattress Connection to a smaller space within the center. This development is a positive sign for the local business community.Looking ahead to the weekend, there are no major community events announced, but we encourage you to check local listings for any last-minute updates. In sports, we don't have any specific results to share today, but we'll keep you updated on any significant achievements or upcoming matches.In terms of public safety, there have been no major incidents reported in the past 24 hours. However, we always recommend staying informed through official channels for any public safety alerts.Finally, a quick note on the job market: the opening of ABQ Crazy Liquidation's new location is a welcome addition to the local employment scene, offering a range of new positions.This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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