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Apex Town Council Enacts Yearlong Moratorium on Data Centers and Cryptomining

Apex Town Council Enacts Yearlong Moratorium on Data Centers and Cryptomining

The Apex Town Council in North Carolina has unanimously voted to impose a 12-month moratorium on the development of data centers, data processing facilities, and cryptocurrency mining operations. This decision follows extensive public opposition to a proposed data center project near Old U.S. 1 and Sharon Harris Road, which was withdrawn by the developer after significant community pushback. Residents expressed concerns about the potential impact of such facilities on local water and energy resources, as well as the overall character of the town. The moratorium, effective from April 28, 2026, to April 2027, aims to provide town officials with the necessary time to study the implications of data centers, including zoning standards and mitigation strategies, and to learn from how other communities have addressed similar issues.
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Maine Legislature Imposes Moratorium on New Data Centers

Maine Legislature Imposes Moratorium on New Data Centers

The Maine legislature has passed a bill imposing a temporary moratorium on new data centers, making it the first state in the U.S. to take such action. The bill, LD 307, aims to halt the development of data centers with loads of at least 20 megawatts until November 1, 2027. State Rep. Melanie Sachs, the bill's sponsor, seeks to provide time for state officials to develop policies and regulations around data centers. The legislation also proposes the creation of the Maine Data Center Coordination Council to evaluate policy tools and address related benefits and risks.
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WorldHotels Launches Backdrop Collection Featuring Upscale Glamping in the U.S. and Beyond

WorldHotels Launches Backdrop Collection Featuring Upscale Glamping in the U.S. and Beyond

WorldHotels Launches Backdrop Collection Featuring Upscale Glamping in the U.S. and Beyond
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Raleigh Water Implements Stage 1 Restrictions Amid Severe Drought Conditions

Raleigh Water Implements Stage 1 Restrictions Amid Severe Drought Conditions

Raleigh Water is set to activate Stage 1 water-use restrictions starting April 20 due to severe drought conditions affecting central North Carolina. The drought has impacted the watersheds that supply Falls Lake and Swift Creek, prompting the city to take precautionary measures to conserve water. Despite the dry conditions, Raleigh's drinking water supply remains robust, with Falls Lake retaining 84% of its water supply pool. The city also relies on secondary water sources from Lake Benson and Lake Wheeler, both of which are near full capacity. The decision to implement water restrictions is guided by Raleigh's Water Shortage Response Plan, which uses historical data to predict water supply changes and ensure long-term resource viability.
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AI Backlash Escalates with Violent Incidents and Data Center Opposition

AI Backlash Escalates with Violent Incidents and Data Center Opposition

AI Backlash Escalates with Violent Incidents and Data Center Opposition
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Raleigh Implements Stage 1 Water Restrictions Amid Severe Drought

Raleigh Implements Stage 1 Water Restrictions Amid Severe Drought

Raleigh, North Carolina, is facing severe drought conditions affecting the watersheds of Falls Lake and Swift Creek. In response, Raleigh Water is activating Stage 1 water-use restrictions starting April 20, 2026. Despite the drought, the city's drinking water supply remains robust, with Falls Lake retaining 84% of its water supply pool. Raleigh also benefits from secondary water sources at Lake Benson and Lake Wheeler, both near full capacity. The restrictions aim to conserve water for essential needs, including drinking, healthcare, and emergencies. The Water Shortage Response Plan, which uses historical lake and weather data, guides the decision to implement these measures early to ensure long-term water resource sustainability.
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State Legislation Targets Data Center Development Amid Rising Costs and Environmental Concerns

State Legislation Targets Data Center Development Amid Rising Costs and Environmental Concerns

State Legislation Targets Data Center Development Amid Rising Costs and Environmental Concerns
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State Legislatures Propose New Regulations for Data Centers to Address Energy Costs and Environmental Impact

State Legislatures Propose New Regulations for Data Centers to Address Energy Costs and Environmental Impact

State Legislatures Propose New Regulations for Data Centers to Address Energy Costs and Environmental Impact
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Virginia Tech basketball: Neoklis Avdalas transfers to North Carolina

Virginia Tech basketball: Neoklis Avdalas transfers to North Carolina

Neoklis Avdalas will remain in the ACC next season.
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Uber faces second driver sexual assault trial following $8.5 million verdict

Uber faces second driver sexual assault trial following $8.5 million verdict

By Daniel Wiessner April 13 (Reuters) - After a key setback in the first trial of its kind before a federal jury, Uber is expected to return to court on Tuesday to face a second woman's claims that she was sexually assaulted by a driver she booked through the app.
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North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Criticizes Lindberg Restitution as Inadequate

North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Criticizes Lindberg Restitution as Inadequate

North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey has expressed dissatisfaction with the restitution amount recommended for Greg Lindberg, a convicted insurance mogul. A special master has suggested that Lindberg pay $973 million in restitution, but Causey argues this is insufficient to cover the financial damage caused by Lindberg's illegal activities. Lindberg's companies owe over $1 billion to guaranty associations that covered claims from his insolvent life insurance carriers. Causey, who played a key role in Lindberg's bribery conviction by recording an incriminating conversation, highlighted that only $157 million has been paid to policyholders from the sale of one of Lindberg's companies, leaving a significant shortfall. The restitution plan is pending review by U.S. District Judge Max Cogburn, who will also oversee Lindberg's sentencing, where he faces up to 15 years in prison.
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California Senate Proposes Tax Increase on Data Centers Amid Cost Concerns

California Senate Proposes Tax Increase on Data Centers Amid Cost Concerns

California Senate Proposes Tax Increase on Data Centers Amid Cost Concerns