AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoData Center Moratorium: Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a one-year statewide pause on new “hyperscale” data centers—projects needing 50+ megawatts—starting immediately, citing rising utility bills, water use, grid strain, and local impacts; the state will develop new standards and won’t issue discretionary permits for projects not already fully in the pipeline. Public Health: The Upper East Side Legionnaires’ outbreak has climbed to 60 cases, with 15 people still hospitalized, as cooling towers are investigated and officials say tap water remains safe. Heat & Safety: A Heat Advisory hits NYC Tuesday into Wednesday, with heat index values near or above 100; cooling centers are open citywide. Education: Mayor Zohran Mamdani is expanding popular special education pre-K programs for autism and other disabilities, adding 250 seats across 26 schools. Press Freedom: Subpoenas issued to New York Times reporters are drawing sharp backlash as an unprecedented threat to press freedom. Entertainment/Pop Culture: Ariana Grande tweaked “thank u, next” lyrics during her Brooklyn show, reigniting buzz about ex Ricky Alvarez.
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