At the briefing President Donald Trump said he supports calls for a temporary ban on diesel exports and that staff are "examining" whether a full or partial ban is feasible; he warned of possible knock-on effects for gasoline prices.

Indian Illegals, Trade Balance, US Visit, Discussed In Trump-Modi Call.

Turkey’s major 500,000 housing project, announced by President Erdoğan, aims to stabilize housing prices and rental markets while offering affordable homes to low-income families across 81 provinces. ...

Committee hears support for SB 112 to cut oil tax credits and boost education funding.

The Senate Rules Committee advanced Linda Hopkins and Patricia Lock Dawson to the full Senate after nominees described plans for stakeholder engagement on cap‑and‑trade impacts, environmental justice implementation and emergency vehicle infrastructure; both nominations drew public support and committee scrutiny about job 'leakage.'

After a consultant presentation, the council asked staff to return with variants of a gross‑receipts business license tax (including a variable gross‑receipts model) to protect small businesses while raising additional revenue; councilors signaled a revenue target range and asked for thresholds and sector refinements.

The Board adopted a 155-day moratorium on large-scale data centers (10 MW or greater) and on converting warehouses to data centers in unincorporated Chatham County, directing staff and county attorneys to study definitions, infrastructure impacts and possible inclusion of micro data centers.

Speakers discussed mineral operators' evaporative ponds, the minerals they extract, and industry moves toward water savings and lithium-extraction technologies while stressing the need to balance mineral production with lake protection.

After downtown property owners and business operators raised concerns about promoters and late-night crowds tied to 13 existing 4AM licenses, the commission requested a data-driven report from police and staff on incidents, DUI/traffic impacts and licensing options and discussed possible moratoriums, targeted enforcement or ordinance changes.

Stephanie Viva of the Mashpee Chamber said maintaining a balanced housing stock is critical to keep workers and families on Cape Cod, urging sellers to price realistically and agents to help find paths for workforce housing.

After a multi-hour public hearing and committee presentations, the council voted 2–5 against a proposed six‑month extension of the moratorium on mobile-home lot-rent increases; staff and the Housing Committee will continue drafting an ordinance to protect tenants while balancing park-owner concerns.

The Mid Kaweah Groundwater Sustainability Agency told Tulare City Council that groundwater levels under the city continue to decline and parts of the city have lost several feet to subsidence; the GSA recommended near-term recharge, injection tests and agricultural fallowing while the plan proceeds to phase 2 modeling.

After testimony from industry, business and the public advocate, the Delaware Senate approved House substitute 1 for House Bill 233 with a key amendment aimed at protecting residential ratepayers while aligning state rules with PJM and FERC timelines.

November's Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed that inflation rose by 2.7% year-over-year, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), below economists' forecasts of 3.1%. Core CPI — which excludes food and energy prices — rose 2.6% annually (below estimates of 3%). The report excluded month-over-month data from October due to the US government shutdown. Morning Brief host Julie Hyman dives into the details. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Columbia County Board of Commissioners approves tax levies and budgets for fiscal year 2026.

Council establishes new fee tier for condominiums in short term rental regulation.

Industry leaders advocate for postponing the impact fee vote scheduled for March 25.

The council approves a settlement to end concrete crushing at Hickory Tree Industrial Park.

Pink Shell owner emphasizes evolution and tourism balance for Fort Myers Beach's future development.

At the legislative breakfast, lawmakers described bills to set guardrails on data-center energy and water use while local officials and IT veterans warned about the strain such facilities could place on municipal utilities and the limited local tax benefit.

After extensive public comment from short-term rental owners and managers, the Green Bay Equal Rights Commission voted on Oct. 27 to forward recommendations to City Council proposing a 7-day minimum stay requirement and a 180-day annual cap for short-term rentals. Commissioners said the changes are intended to help protect housing availability, and

Council members debate Costco's parking lot coverage and environmental impacts amid community feedback.

Council discusses potential spot zoning for industrial use amid residential concerns.