Electricity Costs Clash: Maryland electricity bills jumped 50.9% over five years, now about 24% above the national average, as Gov. Wes Moore blames utility “double dipping” and data-center demand while critics argue state decarbonization rules are shrinking reliable in-state power and raising blackout risk by summer 2027. Local Data-Center Pushback: Federalsburg became the first Eastern Shore community to ban data centers after residents raised concerns about energy, water, noise, and health impacts. ICE Arrest Lawsuit in Maryland: A Maryland lawsuit seeks to stop warrantless ICE arrests, alleging thousands of illegal detentions since 2025 and profiling; the state AG also backed limits in a separate case. Federal Court Blocks DOJ Voter Data Grab: A judge dismissed a DOJ lawsuit seeking Minnesota voter rolls, calling the requests sweeping and setting up a broader fight over election data access. Maryland Service Expansion: Gov. Moore launched the fourth class of the Maryland Corps/Service Year Option program, tying new paid service placements to the National Day of Service and Remembrance. 9/11 Remembrance in Maryland: Multiple Maryland-focused remembrances marked 25 years since Sept. 11, including reflections on first responders and the lasting health and emotional toll. Public Safety & Infrastructure: A federal bridge inventory found 10 Charles and St. Mary’s bridges rated poor, highlighting ongoing maintenance pressure for local roads and school routes.