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1. Pacific Fusion Breaks Ground on Albuquerque Research Campus (constructionowners.com) — A new Pacific Fusion research and manufacturing campus is now under construction in Albuquerque, bringing high-energy fusion experiments and advanced manufacturing work to the city. The project, backed by a collaboration framework with the National Nuclear Security Administration, is expected to expand local high-tech infrastructure and could create specialized construction and research jobs for Albuquerque residents.
2. Two injured, four displaced after structure fire in SW Albuquerque (koat.com) — A structure fire in southwest Albuquerque on Sunset Gardens Road SW injured two people and displaced four residents Friday afternoon. Albuquerque Fire Rescue quickly contained the blaze but reported significant damage to the single-family home, and investigators are still working to determine the cause while the Red Cross assists the affected occupants.
3. Albuquerque high school store helps teen parents give babies a good start (krqe.com) — In Albuquerque, New Futures High School is helping teen parents stay in school by offering on‑site childcare and a tiny "Dime Time" store where baby essentials cost just cents. Stocked entirely by community donations, the 30‑year‑old shop teaches budgeting while easing the financial strain of diapers, clothes, and strollers so young families can focus on graduating.
4. New Mexico federal judge retires after 23 years of service (abqjournal.com subscription) — A longtime federal judge based in Albuquerque, James O. Browning, has retired after 23 years overseeing major cases that shaped local policing and public corruption prosecutions. From the Albuquerque police reform settlement to high‑profile trials involving Albuquerque Public Schools and state officials, he reflects on the emotional toll, security threats, and deep responsibility of serving New Mexico from the city's federal bench.
5. Bernalillo football rallies past Albuquerque Academy on fumble return TD (abqjournal.com subscription) — Bernalillo High School's defense stunned visiting Albuquerque Academy with a late fumble return touchdown, sealing a 12–7 home win Friday night. The game featured big plays from Albuquerque Academy's passing attack but ultimately highlighted Bernalillo's gritty "Goon Squad" defense, which forced two crucial late turnovers to hand the Chargers their first loss of the season.
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