Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Saturday, November 8th, 2025.We begin today with breaking news that matters for every family relying on food assistance. After days of tension around the federal government shutdown, our local and national courts intervened to make sure November’s SNAP benefits go out in full. Even as the Trump-Vance administration tried to delay payments, Judge John McConnell in Rhode Island ordered that the full allotments be sent out immediately, ensuring food security for thousands of Albuquerque households. Last night, local families started receiving their November SNAP funds, easing fears at grocery aisles from Central Avenue to Juan Tabo. Officials say benefits should be accessible for all recipients by the weekend. We’ll watch for any further developments.Turning to City Hall, the Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee is gearing up for its next big meeting this Wednesday at the Government Center on Civic Plaza. The agenda, just posted online, includes proposals for new housing developments near Rio Grande Boulevard and some amendments targeting zoning around the Sunport. Residents can still sign up online or by phone to share their views either virtually or in person. This is a direct chance for us as a community to shape how our city grows.Let’s talk weather. The sun is shining this morning over Sandia Crest, but we do expect gusty winds picking up along Interstate 25 this afternoon. It’ll be cool and clear, with highs around the mid-50s, so it’s a perfect day for a hike in Petroglyph National Monument or to check out the Downtown Growers Market before it closes for the season. Looking ahead, we expect this mild, dry pattern to hold through early next week.In the job market, several local companies are hiring. The Albuquerque Job Corps Center reports over 200 openings across healthcare, construction, and energy sectors, with new postings on the city’s job board. For those in hospitality, a long-vacant storefront on San Mateo is transforming into a new local bakery, Sandia Sweets, aiming to open its doors next month and bring a dozen initial jobs to the neighborhood.The real estate scene continues to move fast. According to several local brokers, median home prices held steady at around $345,000 last month, while inventory increased, giving buyers a bit more breathing room. Several townhome developments along Paseo del Norte are nearing completion, reflecting the city’s ongoing push to address affordable housing.In community events, our city is alive with music this weekend. The Heights Seventh Day Adventist Church invites neighbors to their family festival today on Montgomery Boulevard. Tonight, the Sunshine Theater hosts an up-and-coming New Mexico indie band, while Lobo basketball kicks off the season at The Pit, with thousands expected to turn out in cherry and silver. And let’s give a quick cheer for Albuquerque High’s soccer team, celebrating a hard-fought win against Las Cruces last night, securing them a spot in the state semi-finals.For public safety, the District Attorney is urging parents to stay vigilant after a recent uptick in juveniles found carrying firearms. The DA’s office asks us all to check backpacks, cars, and phones, and to “see something, say something.” Meanwhile, APD responded to an overnight burglary near Coors and Central; suspects are in custody, and no one was hurt.Finally, a bit of feel-good news to brighten our Saturday. Volunteers at the Roadrunner Food Bank rallied to pack over three thousand meal boxes for local veterans ahead of Veterans Day, showing the best of our city’s spirit and care for one another.Thanks for tuning in and please remember to subscribe. 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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