Data Centers & Local Control: Rep. Ro Khanna introduced a “Data Center Bill of Rights” resolution that would let communities reject or regulate AI data centers without state preemption, aiming to curb impacts on electricity costs, water use, and pollution. Courts & Data Center Fight: A judge allowed an Archbald resident and the Lackawanna County Housing Authority to oppose Project Scott’s data center appeal after the borough denied the campus. Public Safety & Police Staffing: A new report says Pennsylvania State Police coverage is expanding even as the number of police employees has fallen, with staffing pressures tied to broader national perceptions after 2020. EMS Funding Pressure: Seven Fields will hold a public hearing Aug. 10 on future EMS coverage as municipal support becomes harder to sustain. Energy Infrastructure: Maryland regulators approved delayed transmission line upgrades needed to retire the state’s last coal plant, pushing the coal plant’s retirement timeline to 2031. Retail Leasing: Brandywine Communities announced Murray Avenue Market will anchor the former Rite Aid space at The Brandywine in Squirrel Hill. Consumer Protection: Pennsylvania AG Dave Sunday warned of sheriff imposter scams using number spoofing and urging victims not to pay via gift cards or crypto. Business Compliance: Pennsylvania Liquor Control Enforcement cited three licensed businesses for liquor-law violations, with penalties that can include license suspension or revocation. Education Funding: Pennsylvania districts will share $565M in supplemental education “adequacy” funds to address funding gaps and tax pressure.