Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Thursday, July third. We start today with breaking news out of the Northeast Heights where an illegal firework operation led to two house explosions near Wyoming and Comanche late yesterday. Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded quickly, battling the twin blazes and evacuating nearby homes. At least two people were injured and several blocks were closed into the night as investigators swept the area. Officials are urging everyone to follow fireworks guidelines, especially as the Fourth of July approaches.Turning to city hall, the council recently approved a pilot program to provide gas cards for police vehicles across the West Side area commands. This move aims to speed up emergency response times in neighborhoods where fueling stations are scarce. There is also new funding allocated for a senior stability college cottage development in District Six, part of a broader push to support affordable housing for older adults.Our weather today brings high temperatures peaking just above ninety with a light breeze. Skies are mostly clear, but we might see a late afternoon thunderstorm near the foothills. If you are heading to the Isotopes game or planning to catch the Fourth of July fireworks at Isotopes Park, expect warm conditions but bring water and sunscreen. The evening outlook looks ideal for outdoor celebrations, though please stay alert for any fire restrictions due to the recent fires.On the business front, several new local shops have opened along Central Avenue, including a new cooperative coffeehouse near Nob Hill and an art supply store in Old Town. Meanwhile, a popular bakery on Lomas Boulevard has announced it will close its doors next week after more than twenty years. The owner cites rising rent and staffing costs.In the real estate world, home sales in Albuquerque remain steady, with the average home price sitting just above four hundred thousand dollars. We are also seeing a slight uptick in job postings, especially in healthcare, retail, and tech—nearly five hundred new positions listed citywide this month.Looking ahead, the Albuquerque Isotopes kick off their big Independence Day homestand tonight, complete with fireworks, live music, and Orbit’s birthday party. Community events this weekend include the Route sixty-six Summerfest downtown and a folk art fair at the BioPark. Several APS high school teams recently returned from state tournaments, bringing home a total of four medals in track and field.For public safety, APD reports an increased presence in the Uptown area after a string of car break-ins near Louisiana and Indian School. Officers made two arrests last night following a brief pursuit on Yale Boulevard. No injuries were reported. Please lock your vehicles and report suspicious activity.Let’s close on a feel-good note: neighbors near Tingley Beach are rallying to clean up the Bosque trails after last week’s storm, turning a challenging situation into a community celebration. Volunteers of all ages are pitching in.This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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