Energy Affordability: The Kentucky Public Service Commission opened an affordability case after electricity prices rose nearly 22% for households over five years, with advocates warning coal reliance and data-center growth could push bills higher. Air Pollution & Public Input: The EPA is moving to scrap a rule that lets the public comment on certain air permits, a change critics say could let data centers proceed with less scrutiny. Data Centers & Kentucky Policy: Kentucky’s AG and others are pushing back on how data centers are regulated and taxed, as lawmakers face pressure to soften proposed rules. Wildlife Health: Kentucky wildlife officials are responding to a severely disfigured Henderson-area deer with “deer warts” (cutaneous fibromas), urging residents to keep distance and report sightings. Weed Resistance: Waterhemp resistance to multiple herbicide groups is spreading into Kentucky, raising stakes for corn and soybean weed control. Public Safety on Water: Kentucky State Police bought a new patrol boat with FEMA grant support to improve response to water emergencies and disasters. Rural Jobs & Industry: Freeman Automation will expand in Graves County with a $1M investment and 20 new Kentucky jobs. Rural Healthcare: Doster Construction broke ground on a $78M Livingston Hospital expansion to add clinical space and services. ICE Contract: ICE awarded a $16.7M no-bid deal for 6,000 electric shock gloves, drawing opposition over oversight and potential misuse.