GAO: DOE may narrow nuclear waste cleanup options too early in planning
GAO report released July 2 says DOE’s “mission need” reviews may steer nuclear cleanup toward specific options—potentially raising costs and delaying work.
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FTC seeks public comment on proposed AI “accuracy suppression” policy
FTC has published a Federal Register notice on an AI “accuracy suppression” policy statement under the FTC Act. Comments due July 31, 2026.
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Supreme Court denies stay of execution for Dennis Sochor, clearing path
On July 14, 2026, the Supreme Court denied Dennis Sochor’s stay request and cert petition, clearing the way for Florida’s execution.
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Aurora City Council to consider EMS Unlimited contract (Aug. 18, 2026 start)
Aurora NE – The July 14, 2026 agenda includes a “consider approval” vote on an EMS Unlimited agreement, proposing Aug. 18, 2026–Aug. 17, 2029.
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HB 803 starts in Cape Coral: $7,500 minor-permit exemption & SFHA limits
Cape Coral is reminding residents that Florida’s HB 803 starts July 1, 2026. A limited $7,500-under exemption exists, but SFHA flood zones are excluded.
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Clark County Charter Review: Housing impact, supermajority tax approval, budget
Ridgefield WA: Clark County charter review agenda lists votes July 8 on housing impact, supermajority tax approval, and budget transparency; next meets July 15.
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White House grants 2-year HON deadline exemption for annexed chemical plants
The White House issued a July 13, 2026 proclamation granting a 2-year EPA HON compliance exemption for annexed chemical facilities, shifting key deadlines.
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DOJ and 17 AGs seek Tunney Act approval for egg price benchmark settlement
DOJ and 17 state AGs filed proposed Tunney Act settlements June 30 to stop alleged egg benchmark bidding that they say can lift wholesale costs.
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Mishawaka E. Twelfth Street reconstruction: July 6–23 restrictions & Laurel detours
Mishawaka IN – E. Twelfth Street restrictions expand July 13 at E. Twelfth & Laurel. Detours run via Union (eastbound) and Merrifield (westbound).
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DPS special meeting July 27: Marrero’s “policy governance” clause, explained
Denver Public Schools will hold a virtual special board meeting July 27, 2026 after Superintendent Alex Marrero raised “policy governance” contract concerns—here’s what the clause requires.
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Randolph residents: Heat Advisory runs Wednesday, July 15—where to cool off
A Heat Advisory runs 10 AM–8 PM Wednesday, July 15 in Morris County. Start with Randolph’s library and Town Hall lobby—then use county cooling centers.
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O’Fallon MO Gas & Diesel Watch: AAA shows St. Louis-area regular gas and diesel easing
O’Fallon MO Gas & Diesel Watch: AAA’s St. Louis-area averages put regular at $3.4860 and diesel at $4.3260—down since last month, still higher than a year ago.
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DOL OIG launches H-1B/PERM fraud & trafficking investigation; workers urged to report
DOL OIG says it launched an H-1B and PERM fraud and human-trafficking investigation and is urging workers to report tips confidentially.
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FDA Import Alert 99-52 and FSMA 801(q) import certification: what to know
United States—FDA’s Import Alert 99-52 (DWPE) ties border detention/refusal for certain foods from Indonesia to FSMA 801(q) import certification, starting Oct. 31, 2025.
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Amish vaccine exemption fight: 2nd Circuit upholds NY religious ban
June 30, 2026: The Second Circuit affirmed dismissal in Miller v. McDonald, letting New York bar religious vaccine exemptions for school.
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DOE’s proposed Process Rule update: how future appliance standards may change
United States Energy Environment and Federal Rules – DOE proposes updating its appliance “Process Rule.” Comments due Aug 6; webinar July 15.
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USCIS posts July 10 I-9/E-Verify update extending Haiti TPS work to July 24
USCIS posted July 10 I-9/E-Verify guidance extending Haiti TPS work authorization through July 24; other TPS countries shift to July 17.
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Crow Wing County adopts land-use changes; July 14 notice affects Emily zoning
Emily-area residents: Crow Wing County posted a July 14 notice that adopts land-use ordinance revisions effective June 23—what to check for permits.
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Anaheim residents: apply for A/C Tune-Up rebate (up to $100 / $150) — updated July 6, 2026
Anaheim Public Utilities’ A/C Tune-Up Rebate Program lets eligible residents claim up to $100—up to $150 for income-qualified customers.
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Dunham Pool and North Fairmount Sprayground reopen July 9 (CRC update)
Cincinnati OH – Cincinnati Recreation Commission says Dunham Pool and the North Fairmount Sprayground were back to normal operations as of July 9.
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Tulare County launches updated Zoning & Permit Viewer—check your parcel
Tulare County says its updated online Zoning & Permit Viewer launched July 3, 2026, for unincorporated parcels. Here’s how to search by address/APN.
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June CPI cools as gasoline drops—what changed for household budgets
United States Prices and Inflation Watch – June’s headline CPI fell 0.4% as energy and gasoline dropped sharply, while core prices stayed flat m/m.