Higher Ed & Talent Pipeline: Forbes’ 2027 rankings put Stanford (No. 6), Caltech, and UC Berkeley in the top 10, spotlighting California’s outsized role in producing strong career outcomes. AI & Pensions: CalPERS board members are debating what to do if AI research turns catastrophic, even as the fund benefits from booming tech valuations. Data Centers & Power Strain: San Jose says data-center growth is accelerating—47 already there, dozens more in review—pushing climate and grid concerns to the front of local policy talks. Child Safety Tech: California signed SB 867, a first-in-the-nation four-year moratorium on AI-chatbot toys for kids under 16, as regulators and parents push for stronger guardrails. Energy & Diesel Economics: A new Energy Vision update argues renewable natural gas (RNG) is gaining the cost edge over diesel and renewable diesel as prices spike. Regulatory Rollback: The EPA moves to scrap major power-plant greenhouse-gas limits, while California keeps its own rules. Business & Consumer Risk: Whole Foods recalled Cabricharme soft cheese in seven states due to an undeclared egg allergen. Tech Deal: OpenAI reportedly bought Los Altos camera AI firm Glass Imaging for $300M+. Crypto Policy Fight: Banks and state AGs challenge the CLARITY Act ahead of a key Senate vote, warning about stablecoin incentives and state enforcement limits. Sports & Local Governance: SF’s vacancy tax was upheld as barred by California law; Rocklin school board races hinge on ongoing disputes tied to past policy fights.