FERC ordered regional grid operators to justify or reform tariffs to speed hookups for AI data centers while aiming to protect households from footing upgrade bills.

Fairfield’s city council voted 5-1 to name Rick Vaccaro acting mayor after Mayor Cat Moy’s abrupt resignation amid a residency dispute. The council must act under state law within 60 days.

Washington’s high court affirmed a judgment finding Meta violated state campaign‑finance rules, leaving a roughly $35 million penalty intact. Officials hailed the outcome as a major win for disclosure.