Coal Under Federal Land: A new USGS report estimates about 4 billion tons of coal remain at existing mines and another 356 billion could be developed, with roughly half of the undeveloped resources in Wyoming—though the study notes demand and developability still aren’t guaranteed. Colorado River Rules: Federal water managers released a 10-year Colorado River framework that sets parameters for new two-year operating plans, opening the door to major cuts for Arizona, California and Nevada while Wyoming and other upstream states rely on voluntary conservation. Wyoming Data Centers Debate: Laramie officials and Albany County are set to discuss data center development, with critics citing water use, power costs, noise and environmental concerns. Nuclear Tech Hub: The University of Wyoming’s Manufacturing Works is part of an Idaho-Wyoming nuclear energy tech hub that won implementation funding to speed advanced reactor deployment and grow the regional supply chain and workforce. Weather & Water Science: A University of Wyoming-led study finds warmer air can push moisture farther before it falls as rain, potentially shifting where precipitation lands. Local Environment Watch: Wyoming DEQ is investigating a foul odor tied to Jim Bridger Power Plant evaporation ponds. Outdoor Safety: A 28-year-old hiker was found dead on a remote Wyoming section of the Continental Divide Trail after a weeklong search.