Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Thursday, November 21, 2024.

We're starting with breaking news from the past few days. A suspect has been arrested for allegedly shooting a man after a crash in Albuquerque. The police have also released information following the shooting of a suspect in handcuffs, which is currently under investigation[1]. In another incident, a woman named Heather Lopez has been arrested in connection to a shooting in Albuquerque[3].

In a separate case, Jimmie Yazzie, 44, is facing DWI charges after leading New Mexico State Police on a chase through two counties[4]. This marks his fifth DWI arrest, highlighting ongoing concerns about drunk driving in our community.

Moving on to our job market snapshot, there haven't been any major hiring announcements or significant layoffs reported recently. However, the current unemployment rate remains a topic of discussion, with efforts to improve job opportunities across various sectors.

In real estate news, there have been notable commercial property sales and new development projects, but specific details are not available at this time. Weekly median home prices and inventory levels are stable, with no significant changes reported in the past week.

From city hall, the Albuquerque City Council has outlined its legislative priorities, focusing on issues that affect daily life, such as housing and public safety[1]. There's also a new proposal to require air conditioning in housing units, which could impact many residents.

Looking at the weather, a warming trend begins today in New Mexico, with temperatures expected to rise. For Thanksgiving, we can expect mild weather, making it a great time to enjoy outdoor activities[1].

In business news, a historic Wild West-era hotel in New Mexico is set to reopen with new ownership, which could boost local tourism[1]. There have been no major business openings or closings reported recently.

Upcoming community events include various holiday activities and local sports games. The New Mexico Ice Wolves recently celebrated Día de Los Muertos, and the Lobos had a thrilling win against Washington State, 38-35[1].

In a feel-good community story, a couple was honored for helping Hurricane Helene victims, showcasing the kindness and generosity of our community[1].

Finally, in today's crime report, we have several significant incidents. A student will remain in custody for allegedly bringing a gun to school, and there have been protests against banning books during an APS board meeting[1]. The U.S. Attorney’s Office has also secured a guilty plea from a second defendant in a carjacking and assault case[5].

This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.