A May briefing between Gov. Brian Kemp, OpenAI and Georgia Power surfaced in a one‑page memo; officials have declined to say what was discussed as Georgia weighs data‑center energy and water impacts.

Sen. Ted Budd says about $25 million in federal funds will go toward roadway upgrades at Asheville Regional Airport as passenger traffic and tourism rebound. Local leaders see improved access as a key to sustaining growth.

Graduates from PIA walked into job offers as a nationwide aircraft‑technician shortage tightened hiring. Short AMT programs are becoming fast tracks to steady work.

Triple-digit heat hits OKC today with a Heat Advisory noon–8 p.m.; late-night storms could bring damaging gusts. Hydrate, limit midday exertion and watch updates.

A taxpayer-backed plan to build mixed-income apartments at the Friedrich plant has stalled after demolition and $1.7M in TIRZ funds, and residents say they've been left waiting.

NewYork‑Presbyterian and Catholic Health are partnering to bring Herbert Irving clinical trials to Long Island patients, with 20 studies already available.

Cincinnati police are searching for William Craft after authorities say a shotgun and other items were taken from a sleeping victim. He's described as 6-foot-2 and last known in North College Hill.

A sinkhole closed the Municipal Park playground in Bristol Township; crews have cordoned off the area while repairs are underway.

ICE detained a twice‑deported Mexican national at a Klein home Wednesday amid a targeted enforcement operation. The arrest follows a fatal ICE shooting in Houston and federal investigators are reviewing both incidents.

Ohio is reportedly eyeing a 2.3‑acre Warehouse District parking lot at W. 9th and St. Clair — a rare downtown block with major development potential.

Scattered storms are possible Thursday afternoon and evening with gusty winds and brief heavy downpours. Patchy dense fog could affect the lakeshore tonight.

Hot and humid Thursday with highs near 92°F and a 40% chance of afternoon storms. Heavy rain and flash‑flood risk rises Monday–Wednesday, July 13–15.

A signaling breakdown on the Lexington Avenue line jammed 4, 5 and 6 trains during Wednesday's evening rush, forcing major delays and cross‑honoring at Grand Central.