FERC Orders CAISO and SPP to File Joint Report on Western “Seams” Coordination by Sept. 30
U.S. power-grid oversight: FERC ordered CAISO and SPP to file a joint “seams” coordination report by Sept. 30, 2026, with 30-day comments after filing.
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FDA: Cyclospora iceberg lettuce probe updates after false-positive result
FDA says an earlier lab finding in its 5-state cyclospora iceberg lettuce probe was a false positive. Here’s what shoppers should do now.
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Seattle City Council sends updated Seattle Transit Measure to November ballot—what it funds
Seattle WA – Seattle City Council advanced an updated 0.3% sales and use tax plan to renew the city’s transit measure for up to 10 years.
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South Boulevard southbound closure July 13–Aug. 14, plus Blue Line changes
Charlotte NC – Southbound South Boulevard closes July 13–Aug. 14 between Clanton Rd and Old Pineville Rd as the city and CATS do Blue Line drainage work.
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NYC expands extreme-heat measures and cooling resources for summer peak
NYC expands cooling-center access and extreme-heat outreach during the July heat emergency—how to use NYC311, who’s at risk, and 311 vs 911.
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Pittsburgh ZBA (July 16): Strip District housing & parking variances, plus 6 cases
Pittsburgh PA – The July 16 Zoning Board of Adjustment agenda includes a Strip District 37-unit proposal seeking parking relief and 6 more neighborhood cases.
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Mission City Council Sets Sept. 16 Hearing on 2027 Tax “Intent” and SB 244
Mission KS – On July 15, City Council approved property-tax “intent” resolutions for 2027 and an SB 244 compliance ordinance, with a Sept. 16 hearing.
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Howard County hearing July 20: $6.82M HCPSS operating, $6.07M capital
Howard County Council’s July 20 hearing would consider HCPSS budget changes: CR120-2026 adds $6,818,972 in operating authority, and CB46-2026 adds $6,068,000 in capital.
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Cincinnati expands CincyAlert (pilot): choose text/email alerts by category
Cincinnati’s ECC is piloting new CincyAlert categories and expanding emergency notifications. Here’s who runs it, what alerts you can choose, and Smart911.
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Court Street reopens early in downtown Jacksonville after two-way switch
Court Street reopened Thursday, July 16, after an April 20 closure. Part of the street is now two-way, with stamped, dyed concrete instead of brick.
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CapMetro proposes fare increases for Jan. 10, 2027 and Jan. 2029—Sept. 28 vote
Austin riders can weigh in on CapMetro’s proposed fare increases—first on Jan. 10, 2027, then Jan. 2029—before a Sept. 28 Board vote.
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FEMA HSGP election-security holdback: SAVE checks and 2026 midterm stakes
FEMA’s FY 2026 HSGP notice links a 20% holdback to SAVE-based citizenship checks for voters and election workers—and cites a June 22 court carve-out.
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U.S.-Jordan reciprocal trade agreement announced July 21: impact on exporters
July 21: White House and USTR announce a U.S.-Jordan reciprocal trade deal promising duty-free access and less customs and licensing friction for U.S. exporters.
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DOJ monitors Arizona polls July 21 primary—how voters can report issues
DOJ is monitoring Maricopa, Apache and Pima for Arizona’s July 21 primary—and tells voters how to report federal voting-rights issues through Nov. 3, 2026.
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Newell residents: July 13 zoning agenda—2026 plan, solar and data-center ideas
Newell, IA — Buena Vista County’s Zoning Commission meets July 13 for a 2026 plan recommendation and solar/data-center ordinance discussions.
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Austin July 23 Council: Elmhurst wastewater contract + Girls’ School appeal
Austin City Council meets July 23 to consider an Austin Water contract for Elmhurst Drive wastewater renewal and hear an appeal tied to Girls’ School of Austin.
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Huxley residents: Story County disaster help opened after July 2–4 storms
Huxley IA – Story County says the Governor’s July 6 proclamation activated Iowa Individual Assistance. Here’s how to report damage, apply, and document cleanup.
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Annapolis Gas & Diesel Watch: AAA regular and diesel both edge up today
Annapolis Gas & Diesel Watch: AAA’s 7/21/26 check shows regular gas and diesel both up vs yesterday—while the year-ago gap is much bigger.
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Federal court ends Edna Mahan consent decree oversight—what changes
The D.N.J. terminated the 2021 Edna Mahan Correctional Facility consent decree on file July 15, 2026—DOJ announced the end July 16. Here’s what shifts.
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WHD recovers $500,256 for 6 San Diego deli workers—file wage complaints
WHD says it recovered $500,256 in back wages for six San Diego deli workers. Here’s what FLSA violations were found and how to file a complaint.
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Terre Haute water costs: Mayor explains $3 stormwater fee, wheel tax, CSO timeline
Mayor Brandon Sakbun says Terre Haute’s stormwater fee is $3/month for residents, while a 2030 sewer-rate increase is being explored to fund CSO fixes.
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DHS public charge rule takes effect Sept. 18, 2026—what green cards change
DHS published a new public charge final rule July 20, 2026, replacing the 2022 framework—effective Sept. 18, 2026 for green-card cases.