Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Sunday, September 28. We’re waking up to cool autumn air this morning, with mostly sunny skies expected and temperatures rising to the mid 70s this afternoon. A light breeze should keep things pleasant, making for perfect weather if you have outdoor plans near Old Town, the Bosque Trail, or Nob Hill. A few clouds may move in late, but we’re not expecting any rain through tonight, so events around the city should go off without a hitch.We begin with breaking economic news for Albuquerque and really the whole region. Pacific Fusion, a leading fusion energy company, just announced plans to build their first major research and manufacturing campus right here at Mesa del Sol. This one billion dollar investment is set to create over 200 permanent jobs, not to mention hundreds more during construction. They’re aiming for real breakthroughs in clean energy and will start hiring immediately. City leaders, including Mayor Tim Keller, are calling this a historic moment, saying it cements Albuquerque’s role as a leader in clean-tech and advanced manufacturing. For listeners looking for work in engineering, operations, or construction, now is a great time to update your resume as the first roles are expected to be posted this week.From city hall, we’re tracking developments in public safety and community policy. Mayor Tim Keller just received a major endorsement from Everytown for Gun Safety as he seeks re-election. This comes as the city continues to focus on gun violence prevention, with new partnerships between APD and community outreach teams rolling out this month.Turning to crime, Albuquerque Police and the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office have kept busy over the weekend. In the Foothills, a swift arrest was made following a deadly home invasion earlier this week, with 43-year-old Juan Portillo Mendez identified as the main suspect. There’s also a citywide manhunt for Richard Paul Seago Junior, wanted for aggravated battery and arson after a violent assault near High Mesa Drive Northwest. If you have info, BCSO is asking for tips. APD also reports arrests linked to a tragic shooting of a homeless man on a bus stop east of San Mateo. Officials stress patience as these investigations unfold.On a lighter note, downtown will be buzzing today as MañanaCon—the state’s biggest tabletop gaming convention—continues at the Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown. If you’re a fan of board games or just curious, there’s still time to drop by before the event wraps up tonight. Music lovers can look forward to live sets tonight at Sunshine Theater, where local indie bands are taking the stage starting at 7 PM.In sports, Lobo pride runs high this morning after UNM’s football team bested New Mexico State yesterday with a 38-20 rally at University Stadium. Quarterback Jack Layne threw four touchdowns, and the Lobos dominated the second half, energizing fans and setting a positive tone for the season. High school football also saw some tight contests Friday night, with La Cueva and Volcano Vista both picking up big wins.On the real estate front, home sales held steady this month, with the median sale price hovering just above three hundred sixty thousand and average days on market creeping up slightly, giving buyers a bit more breathing room. New developments in Northwest Heights are attracting attention, especially with the promise of new tech jobs on the horizon.Lastly, a feel-good story for our community—students at Albuquerque High School organized a supply drive this weekend, gathering backpacks and hygiene kits for families in need. Teachers say they’ve helped over 200 students get ready for the school year already, which shows that a little local kindness goes a long way.Thanks for tuning in and be sure to subscribe so you never miss a beat. 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 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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