Energy & Housing: The Fed held interest rates steady, a backdrop for a new Realtor.com look at where homes are moving fastest—Peabody, Mass. topped the 2026 “hottest ZIP codes” list, while Pennsylvania’s typical listings are among the smallest by square footage. Critical Minerals: The U.S. Export-Import Bank approved $58 million in loans for three critical-mineral projects, including Westwater’s graphite push in Alabama and Global Advanced Metals’ tantalum/niobium processing expansion. Labor & Health Care: Mount Nittany Medical Center said it spent about $6.4 million on replacement workers during a five-day strike, while the union argues the figure dwarfs what wage increases could have covered. Environment & Industry: Sherwin-Williams agreed to a DEP consent order and will pay a $124,700 penalty after residents complained about chemical smells tied to air-pollution control violations at its Beaver County plant. Cybersecurity: Ransomware attacks on U.S. K-12 schools fell in the first half of 2026, but higher education saw an uptick. Public Safety & Business: Pennsylvania AG Dave Sunday told lawmakers crime is down overall but drug offenses are rising, including fentanyl removals and organized retail theft investigations. Retail & Local Economy: Grocery Outlet is marking its 80th anniversary with discount events, and Pappou’s Pizza Pub in Delaware County is closing after nearly five decades. Education & Operations: Philadelphia City Council asked the city controller to conduct a performance audit of the School District of Philadelphia’s management and operations.