Greenland Security Deal: The U.S., Denmark, and Greenland reached an agreement to expand America’s military presence on Greenland after months of Trump threats to seize the island, with Trump saying the U.S. gets “permanent control” over security while Denmark says sovereignty is recognized. Diesel Shock: Diesel hit record highs around $6.45 a gallon, squeezing farmers and trucking and raising fears of higher grocery and everyday prices. Middle East Shipping Risk: Houthis escalated attacks tied to Yemen’s Red Sea choke points, adding pressure to global energy and shipping as traffic thins and insurers warn of selective disruption. Measles in Minnesota: State health officials confirmed a measles case in an unvaccinated adult in SE Minnesota, the 18th case statewide this year, raising transmission concerns. OPCON Defense Talks: South Korea and the U.S. pledged to speed the wartime OPCON transition to Seoul, aiming to complete it before 2030. Local Economy & Housing: Indiana housing affordability worries grew as wages lag rent, while Columbia, S.C. approved an HBCU-authorized charter school and outlined new development plans. Education & Training: Pitt Community College won an NSF grant to expand biotechnology quality-control lab training for eastern North Carolina. Sports & Community: Fort Wayne highlighted immigrant history and school leadership, while Mississippi’s Legislative Black Caucus held a Delta retreat focused on voting, education, health care, and opportunity.