Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Saturday, November 15, 2025.We wake up today to crisp late fall air across the metro, with temperatures in the low forties and a high expected around 54 later this afternoon. We can look forward to a mix of sun and clouds, so bring a light jacket if you’re heading out early. There could be a few light breezes around the foothills, but no major weather to disrupt our Saturday plans. Looking ahead, expect mild and dry conditions through the weekend, making it perfect weather for community events and some fresh air.Today’s top story is the high-stakes Albuquerque mayoral runoff heating up across the city. After a hard-fought race, voters will soon decide between incumbent Mayor Tim Keller and former Bernalillo County Sheriff Darren White, with Santa Fe’s recent minimum wage changes and local service delivery also fueling debate. The runoff is scheduled for December ninth and the lead-up has been lively, with both sides debating sanctuary city status and public safety at recent televised debates. The election could shift our city’s policies on policing, homelessness, and how we respond to federal immigration authorities.City Hall made news this week as an event coordinator stepped down in protest over Albuquerque's alcohol policy during a heated council meeting. Residents are weighing in on what kind of public festivities they want to see along Central Avenue and Old Town Plaza in 2026.For those hunting for new opportunities, the local job market remains tight. Recent data show state government agencies, many with offices here in town, still have about one out of every five positions unfilled, sometimes delaying key services. On the bright side, several tech startups launched hiring sprees in Uptown, so keep an eye on those.Albuquerque’s real estate market continues its gradual climb. Median home prices are holding steady near 349,000, but buyers still compete for listings in neighborhoods like Nob Hill and the North Valley. If you are selling, waiting until spring might bring more offers, but there’s decent demand right now.In crime and safety news, Albuquerque police are investigating a near-fatal crash on Claremont and San Mateo, where a bicyclist was struck early yesterday morning. Police are also urging the public to share any tips in the ongoing investigation of Angel Soto Gallardo’s 2022 homicide, a case back in the spotlight as new details emerge. No significant arrests overnight, but remember to watch for heavier patrols this weekend especially near nightlife centers downtown.On a lighter note, social media is abuzz after officers captured a runaway pig named Parrot near I-40 and Carlisle. The officers’ bodycam captured the chase and the little guy is now safe at the Westside Animal Shelter, hoping for a family to adopt him soon.Turning to schools, the buzz today is at Kennedy Middle School where the annual New Mexico Electric Car Challenge kicks off. Students from all over Albuquerque are racing their hand-built electric cars, with a new twist – this year’s contest also adds artificial intelligence to the mix. This kind of hands-on STEM learning is just another example of our students making us proud.If you’re looking for things to do this weekend, the Gem and Mineral Club is wrapping up their field trips with a final journey to Copper Hill in the Zuni Mountains. Meanwhile, music lovers can check out live shows all weekend along Route 66, from cozy jazz at Sister Bar to indie sets at Launchpad.This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. Thank you for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe for your daily local updates. 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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