AI & Speech Rules: A new Meta Oversight Board study finds major AI systems are more likely to refuse to criticize restrictive leaders, raising concerns that chatbots could spread government influence over online speech. Liquor Industry Costs: Alabama’s ABC postponed a proposed liquor central-warehouse fee increase after industry pushback, after a prior jump already raised the fee nearly 40% in 2025. Portland Business Pulse: Portland Business Journal rankings spotlight Oregon/SW Washington commercial lending leaders, credit unions expanding commercial lending, and major metro development—plus a look at the region’s biggest office buildings, remodelers, and specialized subcontractors. Arena Economics: Portland sent a first-draft term sheet to the Trail Blazers on Moda Center/lease priorities, as a local coalition argues the team’s future is tied to the city’s economic vitality. Energy & Aviation: Delta signed a five-year SAF deal with Shell, with Portland listed among supply airports. Local Growth & Jobs: United Strategies & Consulting opened in Medford’s historic Rogue River Valley University Club building after renovations. Sports NIL: Nike added more college football stars to its NIL roster, including Oregon QB Dante Moore. Climate Litigation Tool: A new science report updates how courts may link extreme weather to human-caused climate change, a key issue in fossil-fuel lawsuits.