Ocean Monitoring Cuts: Trump administration moves to dismantle a major ocean monitoring system, raising alarms that fewer sensors will weaken climate and weather forecasting and reduce long-term tracking of ocean conditions. Data Centers & Gas Demand: New reports say Northwest utilities are turning to gas to power data centers, risking missed emission targets as some projects seek backup generators or justify skirting climate rules. Wildfire Smoke & Fertility: A new study recruits wildland firefighters to test how wildfire smoke affects semen and fertility, pushing for better protections for workers and nearby communities. Portland Climate Funds Clash: Portland councilors debate whether to use climate money to help fund a Moda Center upgrade, with skepticism that voters intended the Portland Clean Energy Fund for an arena. State Parks Funding Push: Environment Oregon’s Justin Boyles urges a new, steady funding option for Oregon state parks after $345 million in deferred maintenance grows. Cascadia Preparedness: Agencies held a DSCA senior leadership seminar at PDX to coordinate response planning for a potential Cascadia Subduction Zone event. Local Conservation: Oregon State Police launches a Fish and Wildlife Conservation K-9 program expansion, asking kids to help name a new puppy. Housing & Land Use: Tualatin approves Norwood Townhomes in Basalt Creek, part of Oregon’s push for “missing middle” housing.