AI & Data Centers: Wells Fargo says local data-center moratoriums have surged to 374 nationwide, with North Carolina among the states seeing the most restrictions as residents push back over power, grid capacity, water use, and community impacts ahead of midterms. AI Safety Politics: AP reports renewed warnings from AI leaders about risks to humanity, while President Trump dismisses new AI guardrails as part of a “conspiracy,” keeping the debate front and center. Logistics & Aviation: Amazon is pausing operations with North Carolina-based 21 Air after a Miami runway crash killed five; the NTSB is reviewing pilot actions, maintenance, and airport conditions. Public Health: The CDC warns rabies is rising this summer and urges clinicians to use the right post-exposure treatment steps when appropriate. Healthcare Quality: Joint Commission and NAHQ awarded 2026 CPHQ scholarships, including to Ashe Memorial Hospital in North Carolina. Courts: North Carolina’s Court of Appeals upheld Rule 11 sanctions over a materially altered contract quote, and affirmed enforcement of a premarital agreement. Real Estate & Housing: Raleigh faith groups are exploring converting church parking lots to help ease local housing shortages. Energy & Industry: RTI International opened a $14M expansion in Research Triangle Park to support pilot testing for cleaner fuels, energy, and materials.