Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Saturday, October 18. We wake up today with a major story unfolding downtown. Protests tied to the national No Kings movement are expected to bring thousands of people to Civic Plaza and around Central Avenue throughout the day. As reported on Democracy Now, officials expect over 100,000 participants to flow into Albuquerque from towns across New Mexico, joining in the peaceful demonstrations calling for government reform and the protection of civil rights. Public safety teams and city organizers urge us all to plan ahead for road closures, traffic delays, and heavy congestion in the city core.Let us look at weather for our Saturday. We start off cool and crisp, with the sun making its way out. Forecasters predict high clouds and a gentle breeze moving in by midday. Expect afternoon highs in the lower seventies, perfect for the outdoor events and family outings planned across the city. Keep some water handy if you join the marches or head to Balloon Fiesta Park, where new events continue to draw large crowds.There are big moves in real estate. The city has issued a building permit to transform the long-vacant San Mateo Tower at Central and San Mateo into mixed-income apartments. This twenty-three-million-dollar project, according to KOB News, aims to provide new affordable housing options and revitalize an area that has battled crime and blight for years. Meanwhile, the city continues to roll out new processes such as faster construction permitting, aiming to reduce red tape and help local businesses open their doors sooner.Albuquerque is prioritizing community safety and support. The city council just approved a nearly three million dollar boost to expand substance use recovery services, housing, and mobile crisis response teams. Also notable this week, Albuquerque Community Safety expanded their youth mentorship program to Del Norte High School, bringing a trauma support approach to more students.In city hall news, an outside audit has criticized how the Inspector General’s office handled some investigations last year. In response, officials have adopted new standards to ensure transparency and faster resolutions on future reports.Turning to the job market, the city launches a new campaign for growth, aiming to create up to one thousand jobs in small business and the local workforce over the next year. Damon Bader joins as the new property manager for urban development, a sign that the city means business in bringing stability and innovation to our neighborhoods.For events, the Duke City Marathon returns with new city support, promising a bigger, smoother experience for runners and fans. The ABQ BioPark is hosting its first Indigenous Peoples Day celebration at the zoo, while the Albuquerque Museum welcomes the national touring show “Cara and Diego Romero: Tales of Futures Past.” The Lobo Homecoming game against Nevada kicks off at University Stadium at 7:45 tonight and is sure to draw big cherry-and-silver crowds. In local schools, Del Norte’s football team celebrated a close win Friday night, and APS students continue earning honors at state science competitions. Crime and public safety updates for the past twenty-four hours include an arrest in a deadly Foothills home invasion: Police report Juan Portillo-Mendez is in custody and charged in connection with Monday’s murder. Detectives have also charged a security guard with second-degree murder after a fatal shooting at the Spirit Halloween on San Mateo Boulevard. On a positive note, police data shows overall violent crime and auto theft are down compared to last year.On the lighter side, a new community program lets crafters help shelter pets from home. The city animal welfare team rescued seventeen dogs this week and hopes more residents will join their movement to support animals in need. In business, more small restaurants and makers are finding help through the city’s streamlined permitting and new express pathway for opening. The long-awaited Lebanon and Beyond garden is now open at the BioPark, offering a new place for family relaxation and education.As we head into the heart of fall, we see a city in motion—pushing for positive change, celebrating its unique culture, and working to keep all neighbors safe and thriving.Thank you for tuning in to Albuquerque Local Pulse. Make sure you subscribe for daily updates on all the stories that impact your city. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease 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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