AI & Data Centers: North Dakota’s new AI and Data Center Committee drew heavy public turnout, with residents pressing lawmakers to slow development and address rising power demand. Utility Rates: A new report says utilities asked regulators for $9.2B in rate hikes in Q2, up 26% year over year, adding pressure to scrutinize spending as the grid modernizes. Antitrust/Generic Drugs: Attorney General Anthony Brown joined a 48-state deal for $29.6M with Glenmark over alleged generic drug price-fixing; the coalition says eligible buyers from 2009-2019 may seek compensation. Genetic Data Breach: Multiple states announced 23andMe bankruptcy-related settlements after the 2023 breach, with limited recovery due to the estate’s size. Healthcare Lawsuit: Two families sued Unity Medical Center in Grafton, alleging newborns were switched at birth more than 36 years ago. Local Government Costs: Grand Forks County weighed options to blunt a projected 15%-20% health insurance jump for 2027. Business Expansion: MacQueen opened its 25th Bismarck-area location, expanding service for emergency vehicles and municipal safety equipment. Sports Business: Mountain West commissioner Gloria Nevarez discussed expansion impacts and bowl access as North Dakota State joins the league.