Livestock Biosecurity: Colorado State University researcher Jessica Metcalf is studying the stink signals that lure the New World screwworm to open wounds, aiming to improve traps as the parasite spreads again after being eradicated in the U.S. decades ago. Clean Energy Politics: The Trump administration admitted in court filings it canceled $7.6B in clean-energy grants based on which states voted for Kamala Harris, contradicting earlier claims about project quality. Water + AI Power Struggle: A proposed 330-megawatt AI data center in California that promised not to use Colorado River water is now suing for access, highlighting how cooling needs collide with drought-stressed supplies. Colorado Transit Tech: CDOT and CSU launched a weather balloon near Horsetooth Reservoir to fill atmospheric data gaps and improve road forecasting and operations. Local Environment Fixes: Lakewood says its floating wetlands pilot for harmful algal blooms is working, though officials warn no single solution will be enough as heat and drought intensify. Privacy Backlash: A vigilante movement is targeting Flock surveillance cameras, reflecting growing public pushback on automated license plate readers. Right to Repair: FTC and state AGs secured a settlement with John Deere requiring diagnostic and repair tools be available to owners and independent shops. Public Health: U.S. measles cases have surpassed the total for all of 2025, with vaccination rates still below what’s needed to prevent outbreaks. Heat Risk: Kiowa County and nearby areas face heat advisories with temperatures near 100–105°F Sunday.