ASU and “Influencer” Degrees: Arizona State University launched a new bachelor’s in content creation through the Walter Cronkite School, with specialized electives on podcasting, studio production, and on-camera presence—prompting fast backlash over whether it’s a real profession and whether a college degree is worth it. Border Wall Fight: A judge refused to block new border wall construction tied to the Tohono O’odham Reservation, turning on federal control of a narrow strip near the border and tribal claims about trespass and licensing. Energy Costs for Rural Customers: Arizona regulators approved a framework to shield existing electric co-op customers from costs tied to new large-load businesses like data centers. I-10 Widening Hits Midpoint: ADOT’s $600M I-10 expansion in Tucson is halfway done, but businesses near the Kino Parkway-to-Alvernon Way corridor say sales are down as access and detours disrupt customers. Clean Elections Scrutiny: The Arizona Citizens Clean Elections Commission released funds to GOP candidate Ralph Heap while opening an investigation into whether his campaign violated state rules. Colorado River Legal Pressure: Arizona and Phoenix are preparing for possible court fights over the next Colorado River plan as negotiations stall. Health Warning: The FDA upgraded an egg recall to the highest risk level after salmonella sickened dozens across multiple states.