Food Safety: The CDC says cyclospora linked to iceberg lettuce is now tied to 15 states, adding Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire and North Carolina; investigators are focused on Taylor Farms and the company has recalled central Mexico lettuce. Defense & Energy Metals: Niocorp says it signed a non-binding deal with Lockheed Martin to supply scandium oxide for U.S. air-defense aluminum alloys, with production planned near Elk Creek. Local Housing & Immigration: A South Omaha Habitat for Humanity forum drew about 80 people and turned contentious over immigrant treatment, detention impacts and housing affordability. Elections: Lancaster County rejected more than 65% of signatures on petitions seeking Lincoln charter election changes, though supporters plan to restart. Disaster Relief: SBA announced low-interest disaster loans for Nebraska nonprofits hit by May storms, with deadlines of Oct. 3 (physical) and May 3, 2027 (economic injury). Agriculture & Livestock: Nebraska Grazing Exchange highlights a free online matching tool for forage access; Tyson cut its beef outlook as cattle supplies stay tight. Business & Health Care: Molina Healthcare of Nebraska briefly postponed a Sept. 1 DME Navigator launch.