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Oklahoma confirms spike in cases of cyclosporiasis as U.S. outbreak spreads

OKLAHOMA CITY — With 56 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, Oklahoma is the latest state to report a spike in cases amid a national outbreak of the intestinal illness. There have been six hospitalizations in Oklahoma of the illness, which causes “explosive” diarrhea, but no deaths, according to the Oklahoma State Department of Health dashboard. Health […] more

Emma Murphy | 7/15/26

3/4 of small businesses don't trust AI for basic tasks

Bluevine reports that while 74% of small businesses are using AI tools, 82% face barriers like data security concerns, and 78% don't fully trust AI for basic tasks. more

Rob Pursell for Bluevine | 7/15/26

Kansas cyclospora cases more than double this week, as illness spreads nationally

TOPEKA — Kansas cases of a foodborne illness that causes explosive diarrhea doubled this week to 55, and a national health agency said cases exceeded 7,000 nationwide. Dana Hawkinson, medical director of infection prevention and control for the University of Kansas Health System, said Monday that Kansas cases of illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora […] more

Morgan Chilson | 7/15/26

3 in 4 US manufacturers admit their warehouse networks are falling behind

WSI reports 75% of U.S. manufacturers acknowledge their warehouse networks are outdated and poorly designed for today's operational needs, prompting a re-evaluation. more

Alyssa Wolfe for WSI | 7/15/26

Indiana regulators to investigate utility profits, bill charges

State regulators kicked off investigations into utility profit margins and bill charges — and recommended legislative changes, with more to come. more

Leslie Bonilla Muñiz | 7/15/26

Lee County residents demand pause on NC data center, claiming deception

Lee County residents demand a pause on proposed data center over concerns of noise pollution, environmental impacts, and lack of transparency from the developers. more

Claire Michal, Christine Zhu | 7/15/26

The rise of agentic AI in supply chains and what it means for retailers

AMS Fulfillment reports the rise of agentic AI in supply chains, enhancing decision-making by predicting disruptions and improving fulfillment efficiency for retailers. more

Jason Irwin for AMS Fulfillment | 7/15/26

Hospital CEOs meet union skepticism over out-of-state acquisition of Allina Health

In what could be a portentous signal for the fate of a healthcare mega merger, skeptics from labor unions filled a St. Paul church this week to voice concerns — sometimes raucously so — about the proposed joining of two big nonprofit health systems: Allina Health and Sutter Health. The Office of the Minnesota Attorney […] more

Alyssa Chen | 7/15/26

Should I put my rent payments on autopay?

RentRedi reports that autopay for rent reduces missed payments and late fees, helping renters build credit while simplifying payment routines. more

Jennifer Tolkachev for RentRedi | 7/15/26

New state newsroom launches

Nonprofit news organization Free Press Indiana launched a statewide newsroom on Wednesday. Free Press Indiana News is a five-person newsroom, led by veteran editor Lindsey Erdody. It will publish content daily — via its website and social platforms and also deliver a weekly newsletter, The Lens, each Saturday morning. Free Press Indiana was created in […] more

Niki Kelly | 7/15/26

The hidden cost of divorce in every US state

Skillern Firm Divorce & Child Custody Lawyers reports that divorce costs in the U.S. often exceed expectations, with average expenses varying by state and increasing significantly if contested. more

Matthew Skillern for Skillern Firm Divorce & Child Custody Lawyers | 7/15/26

Cow manure could be the next data center fuel

Sentient reports that cow manure is being explored as an energy source for data centers, potentially powering operations while aiming for sustainability. more

Marin Scotten for Sentient | 7/15/26

Public universities face escalating involvement from state lawmakers

Stateline reports that public universities face increasing political oversight, limiting faculty power and curriculum control amid rising state involvement. more

Anna Claire Vollers for Stateline | 7/15/26

The 4% flashpoint: Why Americans are quietly dumping traditional bank accounts

Credit One Bank reports that a recent survey reveals Americans are moving away from traditional banks, seeking at least a 4% interest rate to switch accounts. more

Richard Horowitz for Credit One Bank | 7/15/26

Can ADHD contribute to divorce? How ADHD symptoms affect marriage, child custody, and divorce

WSM Law reports that ADHD's symptoms can strain marriages, leading to lower relationship satisfaction and higher divorce rates, especially if untreated. more

Natalie McGee for WSM Law | 7/15/26

More teens with cannabis use disorder are facing treatment delays, study finds

As federal officials consider whether to reclassify marijuana under federal drug law, a new study has found that more American teenagers seeking treatment for cannabis use disorder, known as CUD, are facing longer wait times before receiving care. The study, published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, analyzed national data from more than 124,000 […] more

Amanda Watford | 7/15/26

AI for employee burnout: How leaders can help, not harm

Spring Health reports that AI can either reduce employee burnout by relieving repetitive tasks or worsen it through poorly managed change and pressure. more

Kelsey Witmer for Spring Health | 7/15/26

Cash or card? Your guide to debit card safety while traveling

Ally Financial reports that using a debit card while traveling offers convenience, security, and helps avoid cash exchange fees. more

Stefanie Moody for Ally Financial | 7/15/26

Using home equity to pay off debt: Your options and how to decide

Splitero reports that homeowners can use their home equity to pay off high-interest debt, offering options like home equity loans and HELOCs. more

Sam Huisache for Splitero | 7/15/26

America’s friendliest states

SmartAsset reports that the friendliest states in America are led by Montana, Utah and Wyoming, based on daily time spent socializing, volunteering and helping others. more

Toby Nelson for SmartAsset | 7/15/26

How to whimsy-max your spaces with dopamine decor

(BPT) - Key takeawaysWhimsy-maxxing is a growing lifestyle trend often found in home design.Adding special decor to your home helps create a playful, joyous feeling.MacKenzie-Childs decor features … more

7/15/26

Your employees are productive — and miserable. Here's the cost.

(BPT) - Productivity is up. Headcount is stable. On paper, things look fine.But a new nationwide study suggests that for many organizations, the surface metrics are hiding something more serious. … more

7/15/26

Legal challenge seeking to block Va.’s reproductive rights constitutional amendment dismissed

One of two lawsuits challenging Virginia’s pending reproductive rights constitutional amendment was struck down Tuesday in Campbell County Circuit Court. Virginians are slated to approve or reject a measure to enshrine reproductive rights into the state’s constitutions this November. If approved, it would protect access to abortions, fertility treatments and contraception in the state. Charla […] more

Charlotte Rene Woods | 7/15/26

Agritourism is growing in Utah but it hasn’t reached its full potential, new study says

Many visit Utah to walk the red rock trails in its national parks or to glide across “the greatest snow on Earth.” But, tourists are also being drawn to other sites with wide open spaces, cattle and fresh produce. According to a new study from the state’s Department of Agriculture and Food and the Utah […] more

Alixel Cabrera | 7/15/26

Farm backing, Trump loyalty shape GOP race to replace Sam Graves in Missouri’s 6th District

MARYVILLE — At a shrimp boil on a farm south of town July 1, Missouri Soybean Association President Casey Wasser stood before a crowd to explain why Kansas City Councilman Nathan Willett is the only candidate the association has endorsed in the race for Missouri’s 6th Congressional District. He cited Willett’s curiosity — the questions […] more

Annelise Hanshaw, Steph Quinn | 7/15/26