Data Center Fight at the Capitol: Hundreds of Illinois Environmental Council supporters plan to rally Saturday at the Lincoln Statue, urging lawmakers to pass the POWER Act and set guardrails on data centers before Springfield adjourns. Public Health—West Nile Watch: Central Illinois health officials report “very early” West Nile Virus positive mosquito tests, including a new finding in Tazewell County, with warm weather likely boosting mosquito activity. Air Quality Alert: Chicago issued an ozone “unhealthy” air pollution action day, warning millions to limit time outdoors. PFAS and Clean Water: Illinois EPA reiterated it will maintain PFAS drinking-water protections despite federal rollback efforts. Wildlife and Safety: A rabid bat was found inside a McHenry County home, prompting exposure precautions; in Quincy, a fawn was intentionally hit and euthanized after injuries. Local Conservation Funding: Knox County wildlife rescue Critter Cove paused new intakes after falling into debt, and is asking for community support. Environment Meets Infrastructure: A new push for resilient infrastructure highlights how wetter storms are increasing damage risk as hurricane season opens. Data Center Lawsuits in Yorkville: A second lawsuit targets another massive Yorkville data center project, with residents citing noise, air pollution, and impacts to farm life.