Urban Heat Research: A new NSF NCAR dataset, HUMID-Atlanta, is using high-resolution urban meteorology to quantify how heat feels in cities—aimed at helping Atlanta-area officials and health workers reduce heat-related harm. Election Tech Readiness: Georgia election leaders are urging lawmakers to move fast on switching from touchscreen voting to hand-marked paper ballots, warning that poll worker and voter training timelines could be tight. Healthcare Capacity in Georgia: Piedmont Healthcare plans Georgia’s second lung transplant program at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, targeting fall 2026 and aiming to keep more transplantable lungs and follow-up care in-state. Data Centers + Nature: Microsoft is expanding its biomimicry approach to more than 20 data centers, using an Azure-based Ecosystem Intelligence tool to guide biodiversity and water-quality improvements around sites. Surveillance Oversight: Eastpointe police opened investigations after audit logs flagged misuse of Flock license plate reader tools, with one officer disciplined and safeguards added. Forensics in the Classroom: Georgia Southern will host its second annual forensic science symposium with Shimadzu, bringing law enforcement and students together on modern investigative methods. Community Tech Access: Inspiredu received a $45,000 Taco Bell Foundation grant to expand digital skills training and technology access for underserved Georgia youth.