AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSpace Science: Astronomers unveiled a rare black hole event in Phoenix, Arizona, where a black hole shredded a massive companion star, briefly outshining the Sun by ~400 billion times. Arizona Tech & Education: ASU launched a new Walter Cronkite School bachelor’s major in content creation for fall 2026, aiming to formalize influencer-style careers with coursework in production, analytics, and ethics. Local Governance & Public Safety Tech: Arizona cities are rethinking Flock license-plate camera contracts after misuse concerns; Tempe also ended automatic Flock data sharing and launched a transparency portal. Climate & Water: NOAA reported the hottest U.S. month on record, while Lake Mead hit a new low as drought persists across the Colorado River Basin. Health & Policy: Arizona’s ESA program is projected to top $1.2B in awards this fiscal year as enrollment grows, keeping the debate over school funding front and center. STEM Workforce: ASU and other efforts highlight demand for practical skills as AI data centers drive new six-figure jobs—plus a related trades labor crunch.
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