Healthcare & Economy: Maryland’s Shock Trauma and UMSOM will receive a $1 million state grant to build a Center for Combat Casualty Care, including a 5,000-square-foot SCIF for trauma R&D and training. Public Health: Clover Hill Dairy issued a voluntary recall of soft ricotta/requesón products in Maryland after possible listeria contamination; the state suspended the facility’s operating license while it evaluates the issue. Inflation Watch: Consumer prices rose 4.2% in May, the highest in three years, driven largely by energy costs tied to the Iran conflict—raising pressure on households and complicating Fed rate-cut hopes. State Tech Policy: Gov. Wes Moore named Michael Boyce senior advisor for responsible AI, aiming to expand AI use across Maryland government and the economy. Finance & Credit: RadNet secured a $250M new term loan as Moody’s downgraded the company, citing higher lender risk. Legal/Contracts: Maryland AG Nick Brown joined a multistate lawsuit challenging new federal DEI-related contractor terms, arguing agencies acted without clear guidance. Energy Infrastructure: A $250M battery storage project opened in Virginia’s PJM region, with plans to support power for more than 100,000 homes. Local Business & Growth: Harford County became the first Maryland county to outright ban data centers, joining a growing pushback against the boom.