Energy & Industry: President Trump announced a $700M federal push to expand “clean, beautiful coal,” using the Defense Production Act to protect 13 coal plants and back new coal generation and export infrastructure—funding that includes Wisconsin among the beneficiary states. Environmental Compliance: Wisconsin reached a first-of-its-kind $10M settlement with Tyco Fire Products over PFAS contamination tied to a Marinette firefighting foam site; the deal requires long-term clean water support for affected residents and investment into the state PFAS trust fund. Housing & Construction: La Crosse secured $2.4M in WHEDA tax credits for two affordable housing projects, including converting the old Lincoln Middle School into 51 units and building 45 units on 7th Street. Weather & Agriculture: West-central Wisconsin’s Coulee Region is facing a worsening dry spell, with rainfall deficits up to 6 inches over six weeks and drought conditions expanding. Regulation & Courts: The Wisconsin Supreme Court voted to create a committee to study and assess judicial recusal rules, a move that could reshape how judges handle high-profile cases. Local Business: Green Bay is moving ahead with a $2M Atkinson Marsh restoration supported by a $1.7M DNR grant, aiming to improve access and habitat around the Fox River.