Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Sunday, August 31st, 2025. Our city is waking up to a quiet morning along Central Avenue and the Sandias shimmering with the first light. Let’s dive into what’s making news and connecting our community today.We begin with breaking news and public safety. Albuquerque police are investigating a homicide from late last night at East Gardens Mobile Home Park on Zuni Road. Officers responded to reports of a shooting just after 8:30 and a man was found injured and later died at the hospital. Detectives are asking anyone with information to come forward. In a heartbreaking development, authorities also report an arrest connected to the death of a young child earlier this month. Police urge us to watch for any signs of family distress and reach out to available resources for help.City Hall has been a hub of discussion over the future of safe spaces for our unhoused neighbors. Yesterday, council members decided to keep tough regulations on encampments, and this means many may still struggle to find legal alternatives. Mayor Keller says it’s an urgent issue for our neighborhoods, and debate will no doubt continue at the next meeting.Turning to the Rio Grande, the river is running drier than most of us can remember. Local conservation officials are working with state leaders on new water-sharing agreements that would help secure our water supply for years to come. The outcome will impact farmers, neighborhoods along the Bosque, and recreation all across the city.Weatherwise, expect a warm day with highs in the mid-90s and only a slight chance of a pop-up storm late today. The heat and dryness will keep the Rio Grande low and may put a damper on afternoon outdoor activities. If you’re headed out for Labor Day weekend events, stay hydrated and keep an eye on the skies for sudden changes.Now to traffic. Roadwork continues in pockets across the metro, especially along major corridors like Eubank and Lomas. Expect occasional lane and sidewalk closures well into the fall, so plan an extra few minutes on your commute.The local job market continues its slow improvement. Employers are listing around 2,500 open positions citywide, most in health care, hospitality, and construction. Apartment vacancies have ticked up just slightly, bringing some relief for renters along Montgomery and near the University.On the arts front, Albuquerque is alive with events. Today is the Gamers Garage Sale at the convention center and music fans can catch reggae with Reviva at Open Mic Monday near Nob Hill. Bubonicon, the city’s signature sci-fi and fantasy convention, is set to take over the Marriott Uptown all weekend. And down in Barelas, a bustling food and arts market is showcasing new local cooks and artists.On the sports side, the University of New Mexico Lobo men’s cross-country team kicked off their season yesterday in Las Cruces with a win at the Lori Fitzgerald Open, while the women’s team took third, both with impressive showings from new athletes.For a bit of good news, neighbors in the North Valley rallied to surprise Mrs. Linda Garcia, a retired teacher, with a garden makeover and a community mural outside her home on Fourth Street, honoring her 45 years of dedication to local schools.Before we close, the Department of Justice has reported a wave of immigration-related arrests around Albuquerque and along the border, part of ongoing federal operations. Officials stress public safety is a top priority as we head into the holiday.Thanks for tuning in. We hope you subscribe and join us again. This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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