Big Tech & Consumer Protection: Kentucky is among four states seeking up to $1.4 trillion from Meta over claims Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict children, with the company disclosing the figure in a court filing as a broader multi-state case ramps up. Historic Preservation: Louisville-area groups are turning landmark homes into museums, while in Scott County a landowner is working to preserve and restore the 200-year-old Choctaw Academy dormitory, a rare window into early Native education efforts. Workforce & Education: EKU is adding a WingtraRAY drone system to its UAS program to train students for mapping, surveying, and infrastructure inspection jobs. Agriculture & Retail: Kentucky Proud is opening registration for a retail-ready Vendor Expo in Shelbyville, aiming to connect vetted local producers with wholesale buyers. Tourism & Parks: Kentucky State Parks generated $1.1B in economic impact in 2024, supporting 8,600 jobs and feeding the state’s record tourism momentum. Transportation & Freight: KYTC won a $25M BUILD grant to nearly double truck parking at seven rest areas, and DHL launched new Bangkok–CVG freighter service to strengthen air cargo links. Policy Watch: More than 100 new Kentucky laws take effect July 15, spanning schools, criminal justice, concealed carry, gaming, and consumer protection. Energy & Industry: A push in Eastern Kentucky argues AI data centers should reuse the region’s existing energy and industrial infrastructure instead of building from scratch. Local Business & Hospitality: Asian American Hotel Owners Association leaders met Kentucky’s deputy AG to discuss human trafficking prevention and rising operating costs.