Lithium & Manufacturing: POSCO and Anson Resources signed a binding deal to build and run a direct lithium extraction demonstration plant at Green River, Utah—aimed at proving commercial viability for low-grade brines and speeding the U.S. battery supply chain. Consumer Protection: Utah reports home-improvement complaints and contractor misconduct remain top issues, with regulators urging homeowners to get clear plans, multiple bids, and references to avoid being burned. Water & Policy: Utah’s Colorado River Authority urged Congress to block federal money for states that sue over river operations, warning litigation could drag on for decades while conservation funds expire. Energy & Inflation: New inflation data hit a three-year high as gas prices rose, adding pressure on households and the Fed’s next moves. Local Environment: Utah Lake’s carp consumption advisory was lifted after testing showed PCB levels low enough to be considered safe—an environmental win tied to years of cleanup. Immigration Detention Fight: A Utah advocacy group is preparing a lawsuit to stop a proposed Salt Lake City ICE detention mega-center, arguing federal planning and due-process requirements were bypassed. Workforce/Health & Safety: A hearing-protection fit-testing webinar highlights how better workplace testing can improve real-world protection against occupational hearing loss.