Redistricting Aftermath: Republicans won the partisan redistricting battle, and the GOP could gain about 10 House seats in November if new maps perform as intended—though Democrats still have a path to take control. Baltimore Crime Results: A new NBER paper says Baltimore’s targeted, community-driven violence strategy helped drive major drops in shootings and homicides from 2022-2025, outpacing broader national trends. Drought Watch: The regional drought watch is back for D.C., Northern Virginia, and southern Maryland as dry conditions persist despite recent rain, with officials urging voluntary water cuts. AI Data Center Backlash: Erin Brockovich launched a platform tracking data center growth and the conflicts around it, spotlighting water and energy strain. Montgomery Nursing Home Ranking: CMS data ranks Wilson Health Care Center No. 2 in Montgomery County for Q1 2026 by bed count, with a top overall rating. Immigration Courtroom Moment: DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin told Sen. Chris Van Hollen he’d send Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Costa Rica if he’s willing, amid competing deportation plans. Maryland Education Access: A new Maryland law extends the Community College Promise Scholarship to Maryland residents graduating from Delmar High School, clearing a Delaware-border eligibility snag. Social Security Warning: A new analysis warns benefit cuts could exceed $500 a month in many states if the trust fund runs out by 2032. Maryland Retail Labor Impact: Apple confirmed the June 20 closure of three stores, including Towson Town Center in Maryland, affecting the unionized location. Gun Policy & Courts: Maryland’s Glock-style handgun ban continues to face legal fights as national gun-control and gun-rights groups press competing lawsuits.