Severe Weather & Power: After July 4 storms, hundreds of thousands across the region were still in the dark, with Maryland among the hardest hit as more rain and flooding risk loomed. Public Safety & Heat: Officials warned that extreme heat and humidity can be deadly, especially for people without air conditioning, as heat-related deaths were reported in New Jersey. State Politics & Food Access: Gov. Wes Moore announced $10 million for Produce Rx grants to get fresh produce and nutrition support into high-poverty Maryland communities. Energy & Land-Use Fight: NextEra’s proposed transmission line is drawing new scrutiny after it sought to cut through state-designated “wildlands,” raising concerns about how far protections can be rolled back. Local Fire & Community Life: A two-alarm fire broke out at a Shipyard building in Baltimore’s Canton area, while St. Clement’s Island Museum rolled out a new water taxi to expand access to the historic site. Democracy & Courts: Maryland’s AG urged ICE to reconsider a proposed facility, and a Supreme Court reporter reflected on how the court’s direction has shifted over time. Business & Taxes: Business groups pushed back on a Pennsylvania digital ad tax, warning it could raise costs for small businesses. Sports: FIFA rescinded a red card for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun, clearing him to play a key World Cup match.