Transit Safety & Labor: Tucson City Council moved to add “bus ambassadors” to a $2M SunTran bus safety plan as a potential Teamsters strike looms, keeping pressure on operator and driver safety. Federal Lobbying: HBS added Andrew Fisher, a former USDA chief of staff, to expand its federal lobbying practice focused on Farm Bill, crop insurance, and disaster relief. Construction Growth: Scottsdale-based Echelon Valley Construction Group launched full-scale general contracting across Arizona to meet Metro Phoenix’s residential and commercial demand. Housing Market Trend: In May, four of the five biggest Phoenix-area home sales featured casitas/detached living spaces, reflecting how ADUs are reshaping luxury listings. Health Insurance Crackdown: Arizona AG Kris Mayes sued major insurers alleging illegal price fixing that allegedly uses shared data and an algorithm to depress provider payments. Energy Policy: A new federal push announced $850M for coal plant modernization and new builds, while solar continues to gain ground nationally despite political headwinds. Business Tech: ADESA rolled out ADESA Timed, extending its digital timed auction platform for wholesale sellers. Arizona Business & Community: Gilbert’s Gilbert Mall forced multiple businesses to close after fire officials found structural and foundation issues. World Cup Cross-Border Friction: Iran’s team relocated from Arizona to Mexico after U.S. visa denials, adding to broader concerns about immigration enforcement and profiling around the tournament.