Medicaid Work Rules Fight: A coalition of 25 states and D.C. is suing the Trump administration over new Medicaid work requirements that could force many low-income adults to prove they’re working, studying, or volunteering to keep coverage. Food Safety Watch: The CDC says cyclosporiasis (“explosive” diarrhea) is surging nationwide, with Michigan reporting nearly 1,000 cases and outbreaks now tracked across 17 states. COVID Update: A new COVID subvariant, “Nimbus,” is becoming dominant in the U.S., and wastewater signals are rising in 10 states—health officials urge high-risk people to check vaccine status. Alaska Bear Safety: A Kenai woman was seriously injured in a brown bear attack after bears entered her yard with cubs; troopers and Fish and Game are asking for local bear sightings. Pharmacy Access vs. Values: Alaska’s pharmacist-prescribing law is drawing pro-life concern about how expanded authority could change over time. Environment & Health: Gov. Dunleavy vetoed Alaska’s polystyrene (Styrofoam) reduction bill, a move critics say increases microplastic exposure risks. Rural Health & Internet: The FCC is reviewing the E-Rate program that helps schools and libraries pay for internet, raising fears of reduced access.