Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Sunday, July twentieth.We begin with breaking news that has weighed heavy on our city. A tragic rollover crash yesterday on I-40 near Rio Puerco claimed two lives and shut down the interstate for several hours. Law enforcement urges drivers to remain alert if traveling in that area as cleanup and investigations continue. In another serious incident, a fatal pedestrian crash occurred on the Pan American Freeway near Jefferson. First responders remind us to slow down in high-traffic zones and keep an eye out for pedestrians.Turning to city hall, there is fresh debate over public safety. Local leaders here in Albuquerque are considering new rules that would require federal immigration agents to show visible identification and ban the use of masks during enforcement actions. Public response is mixed, as the topic surfaces in the ongoing mayoral race and is the subject of growing concern, especially among Albuquerque’s immigrant communities. Incumbent Mayor Tim Keller encourages everyone to report suspicious law enforcement activity directly to the Albuquerque Police Department.The financial security of high-risk residents is back in the spotlight. The U.S. Attorney’s office just announced almost five million dollars recovered for victims of the Ayudando Guardians fraud case. These funds, secured through a landmark settlement, will finally be distributed to those harmed by the embezzlement scheme and marks a significant moment of accountability and restitution for families affected in Albuquerque.Our city’s future is also being charted at the municipal level. Albuquerque has released a new Information Technology plan outlining investments in local internet access, municipal cybersecurity, and digital city services set to roll out over the next two years. This could mean better access and faster municipal support for all of us.Let’s check the weather. We wake up today to clear skies, with afternoon highs pushing into the upper nineties and only light winds. Hydrate if you are heading out, as heat advisories may impact outdoor plans. The outlook for the week includes more sun and continued high temperatures.On the lighter side, the Moonlight Lounge welcomes music fans tonight with Flash Drive Roulette, a unique open-format music event starting at 8 p.m. Downtown businesses are seeing renewed energy as event crowds return, and several new cafes are opening along Central Avenue, signaling confidence in Albuquerque’s growing downtown scene.Looking ahead, free family-friendly events continue throughout the city, thanks to the efforts of our vibrant cultural centers and neighborhood groups. High school sports wrapped up last night with Valley High celebrating a record swim relay victory, and Albuquerque Little League advanced to the regional semifinals after a thrilling win at Altura Park.A quick update on the job market and real estate: Unemployment in our area sits just above four percent, with several hundred new listings this month as the summer moving season heats up. New construction along Coors Boulevard promises more housing options later this year.We close with a feel-good story from the South Valley, where local volunteers gathered at Isotopes Park yesterday to pack over thirty thousand meals for neighbors in need, showing once again the heart of Albuquerque.Thanks for tuning in and remember to subscribe to stay connected. 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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