Clean Air Act Fight: InvestigateTV+ reports industrial plants are seeking exemptions from key Clean Air Act rules—raising alarms about pollution and public health. Pipeline Fallout: Enbridge crews breached an aquifer during Line 5 reroute work in northern Wisconsin, adding to a recent history of major releases tied to the project. Local Water & Flood Resilience: Rochester City Council approved an $18.9 million Silver Lake dam modification and dredging plan, plus an $8.2 million Zumbro River siphon replacement tied to growth and river sustainability. Energy Infrastructure Debate: The NO765MN group held a town hall opposing the proposed 765 kV “Gopher to Badger Link” transmission line and related segments. Hydropower Testing Push: DOE selected 14 hydropower projects for its Hydropower Testing Network, including work on fish passage and environmental monitoring. Minnesota Land Use & Wildlife: Minnesota DNR and partners released a guide to boost golden shiner bait production; DNR also reported a bear encounter in Solway Township that left a man and dog with minor injuries. Data Center Review: Hermantown unanimously approved an AUAR for a proposed Google data center after public concerns about wetlands and transparency. Food & Farm Safety: FDA closed a Salmonella outbreak investigation linked to imported jalapeño peppers after 488 illnesses, with no confirmed contamination route.