Federal Courts vs. EPA: A string of rulings is blocking parts of the Trump administration’s push to weaken air pollution rules and unwind major climate grant programs, including a South Carolina judge ordering the Environmental and Climate Justice program back into action. South Carolina Energy Oversight: The state Public Service Commission won’t review a proposed 450-megawatt Spartanburg power station tied to a private data center, saying it falls outside its jurisdiction. Rare Earths & Manufacturing: Cyclic Materials secured another $75M to scale U.S. rare-earth recycling infrastructure, underscoring the push to control more of the processing value chain. Ports & Trade: SC Ports is strengthening access to South America and working to deepen the channel serving North Charleston’s terminal. Workforce & Cost Pressure: A new analysis says families may need about $205,000 a year to afford full-time toddler care—highlighting affordability strain that can ripple into labor markets. Local Business & Growth: A new Chick-fil-A is proposed for northeast Columbia, signaling continued retail expansion along the I-20 corridor. Public Safety & Health: Two nationwide IV saline recalls were issued over particulate contamination concerns, while a Columbia water study flags lead issues for college-town drinking water. Consumer Fraud Watch: BBB Scam Tracker data shows Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville among the highest-reporting SC cities for July scams. Tech & Industry: 3D Systems and Savannah River National Laboratory are partnering to advance 3D printing for nuclear energy and national security applications.