Energy & Cost of Living: States are moving to curb diesel and gasoline prices after supply disruptions tied to the Iran war and refinery hits pushed diesel to record levels, with proposals ranging from regulatory relief on red-dyed diesel to other fuel-supply tweaks. Texas Politics & Campaign Trail: President Trump and JD Vance kicked off a 32-day Texas-and-Oklahoma blitz as polls show low approval on the economy and cost of living, setting up high-stakes midterm messaging. Markets & Finance: The Texas Stock Exchange’s parent closed a $155M round, bringing total funding to $430M, and marked a surge in Dallas primary listings worth $115B in market cap. Real Estate & Housing: A new real estate investment blueprint points to a shift toward the middle market as institutional capital returns and investors hunt for deals under $50M. Local Impact: Willis ISD issued a boil-water notice after a water pressure issue, with bottled water and campus delivery plans in motion. Energy Industry & Justice: Federal charges were filed in a West Texas oil theft ring tied to alleged crude purchases routed through disposal claims. Affordable Housing: Fairstead celebrated completion of a $26M rehabilitation of Houston’s Coppertree Village, upgrading 324 units.