Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Sunday, February 22. We start with some concerning news from downtown, where the New Mexico Democratic Party headquarters on Roma Avenue was broken into early Thursday morning. Security footage shows a person smashing the front door around 5 a.m., grabbing items, and fleeing on a bicycle. Staff are assessing the damage, and both parties have condemned it, with police investigating possible political motives. No one was hurt, but it reminds us to stay vigilant in our neighborhoods.

Shifting to city hall, the council's marathon meeting Wednesday night ended in frustration for housing advocates. On 5-4 votes, they rejected amendments to allow duplexes, townhomes, and accessory units in single-family areas near Central Avenue, despite pleas from young residents facing high rents. Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn noted it makes fences easier than dignified homes, impacting families priced out daily.

In traffic tragedies, a man was killed in a suspected hit-and-run yesterday morning at Eubank and Acoma in Southeast Albuquerque. Police arrived at 7:30 a.m. to find him deceased with vehicle strike injuries; the Fatal Traffic Unit is seeking the driver.

On a constructive note, new business activity buzzes with a 2.37 million dollar permit issued for the All Faiths Childrens Advocacy Center at 6020 Academy Road NE, led by AIC General Contractor. This bolsters support for our kids.

The states big move this week launches an investigation into forced sterilizations of Native American women by the Indian Health Service in the 1970s, including here in Albuquerque. Legislators aim for a report by 2027, giving survivors like Navajo advocate Jean Whitehorse a voice for healing.

For jobs and real estate, our market shows steady demand with about 15,000 openings posted last month, rounded up, while median home prices hover near 350,000 dollars, pushing more toward rentals amid zoning limits.

UNM Film students shine as Moviemaker Magazine ranks Albuquerque top five for filmmakers again, drawing talent to our studios.

Schools report strong results with West Mesa Highs basketball team advancing in playoffs. Weather today brings mild sun with highs in the low 50s and light winds, perfect for outdoor walks along the Bosque; expect the same tomorrow.

Looking ahead, join the community cleanup at Roosevelt Park Tuesday. And a feel-good story: local volunteers restored the playground at North Domingo Baca, delighting families.

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