Bay Area Heat Divide: New Berkeley Map Reveals Which Neighborhoods Will Really Bake
Berkeley Earth’s new Synthesis platform pairs observations and models to map city-level heat, rising cooling demand and emissions — with concrete implications for the Bay Area.
Maricopa County Slams Door on Staff Betting With Inside Info
Maricopa County’s Board unanimously approved a rule July 15 banning employees from using non-public government information to profit on prediction markets. The county says the policy covers roughly 10,000 staff and allows dismissal or law‑enforcement referral.
Maryland Utility Watchdog Takes PSC to Court Over Washington Gas STRIDE Pipeline Program
Maryland's consumer advocate asked a Baltimore court to compel the PSC to enforce the 2025 Next Generation Energy Act, arguing Washington Gas's replacement projects are proceeding without required review.
Ex-Fed Adviser John Rogers Sentenced To 38 Months
A former senior Fed adviser was given 38 months after a jury found he lied about passing restricted central‑bank material to alleged Chinese operatives. Prosecutors warned the information could have let an adversary profit from U.S. Treasuries.
Granite City Grudge Erupts As Truck Slams Neighbor, Cops Say
A Madison County man is accused of intentionally striking a neighbor with his truck in Granite City and faces attempted first-degree murder charges. Authorities say the suspect later returned and led deputies on a short pursuit.












