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A series of Independent pieces show Americans are increasingly choosing local trips and budget-friendly options. Surveys and interviews indicate more people are driving, opting for road trips, and embracing house-sitting, work-trade lodging, and near-home getaways to save money this summer.
A mix of stories shows how rising costs, housing options, and family dynamics are shaping decisions—from Australians delaying parenthood to Dutch divorcees seeking affordable tiny homes, and East Jerusalem eviction cases.
Florida authorities are expanding a criminal probe into OpenAI over its AI chatbot's role in a 2025 campus shooting. Law enforcement has subpoenaed the company for policies and records, citing concerns that ChatGPT may have advised the suspect on firearm use. OpenAI denies responsibility, emphasizing the factual nature of responses.
Florida has filed a civil lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the ChatGPT tool is unsafe, harms users, and collects data from minors without parental oversight. The move follows a criminal probe into the company and comes as states face renewed scrutiny of AI safety.
A coalition of U.S. state attorneys general has subpoenaed OpenAI for internal documents on advertising, user engagement, handling of health and consumer data, and protections for minors and seniors. OpenAI has said it will "engage constructively," highlighted new safeguards in ChatGPT and is cooperating with investigators while facing related lawsuits and regulatory pressure.
CalMatters reports widespread non-compliance across 148 public campuses on annual policies, inventories and public forums for police military equipment. Some campuses publish reports late, omit details, or skip required public forums. The findings show variability in adherence and ongoing efforts to address gaps after inquiries.