Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for February 21, 2025. We're starting off with some important updates from City Hall. The City of Albuquerque's Department of Health, Housing, and Homelessness has just concluded its public hearing on the Draft 2025 Action Plan, which outlines how the city plans to use federal and local funds to address homelessness and affordable housing. The plan includes over $4 million in Community Development Block Grant funding and nearly $2 million in HOME Investment Partnerships funding. These funds will support projects like affordable homeownership assistance, tenant-based rental assistance, and homeless intervention services[1].
Moving on to the weather, it's looking like a partly cloudy day today with temperatures expected to be around 12 degrees Fahrenheit. We've had a relatively mild February so far, with temperatures trending warmer than usual by about 2.9 degrees. However, we're expecting some patchy rain possible later in the week, so be sure to check the forecast before heading out[2][4].
In local news, the New Mexico legislature has reached its midpoint, and lawmakers are discussing big-ticket budget items. This includes proposals to create trust funds for New Mexico babies and a tax hike on alcohol. These discussions could have significant impacts on our community, so we'll be keeping a close eye on them[3].
On the business front, we don't have any major openings or closings to report today, but we do want to remind you about the upcoming community events. This weekend, you can catch New Mexico in Focus on NMPBS, which will cover topics like the state budget and preparing for a boom in senior adults[3].
In local achievements, we want to give a shoutout to our local schools and sports teams. While we don't have any specific results to share today, we're always proud of the hard work and dedication shown by our students and athletes.
For today's crime report, we don't have any significant incidents to report from the past 24 hours. However, we always encourage our listeners to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
Finally, let's end on a positive note. Our community is always coming together to support one another, and we're grateful for that. Whether it's through volunteering, donating to local causes, or simply being a good neighbor, every effort counts.
This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.