Open Meetings & Tax Incentives: Baltimore media groups allege the Harborplace redevelopment’s massive property tax break was approved in secret executive sessions, potentially violating Maryland’s Open Meetings law. Wastewater & PFAS: Maryland environmental regulators held a public hearing on a proposed Perdue wastewater permit near Salisbury that would raise discharge volumes, as neighbors cite water-quality and PFAS contamination concerns. Endometriosis Diagnostics: A patient story highlights how endometriosis can take years to diagnose, while new testing approaches abroad may improve detection—though they’re not yet available in the U.S. Endangered Species Act Lawsuits: Minnesota AG Keith Ellison joined a coalition of states suing federal wildlife agencies over Trump-era rollbacks that weaken habitat protections for threatened and endangered species. Maryland Politics & Ambition: Gov. Wes Moore signaled he’s “part of a bigger conversation” about 2028, fueling speculation about a presidential run. Eastern Shore Economic Development: A Delmarva forum spotlighted major projects across Eastern Shore counties, from infrastructure and broadband work to technology parks aimed at attracting new business. Housing Market Cooling: Realtor.com reports home listing prices are falling in many metros as mortgage rates stay high, signaling continued normalization after pandemic-era spikes. Maryland Business & Jobs: Saval Foods announced a new headquarters and distribution center in Howard County, adding more than 100 jobs. Public Safety & Local Business: A Federal Hill pizzeria had a POS system stolen, but the item was returned after a viral social media post.