Tyson’s Climate Claims Meet the Meat Grinder: Five-Year Pause After EWG Lawsuit

The Environmental Working Group sued Tyson Foods over misleading climate-friendly marketing, leading to a settlement where Tyson will halt ‘net-zero by 2050’ and similar claims on its beef for five years unless independently validated. The case highlights rising scrutiny of corporate climate promises, emphasizing evidence over ambitious marketing.

L.A.’s Next Housing Shock: A Permanent 60‑Day Fast Track, Plus a Tighter Rent Cap

Los Angeles is advancing a permanent ordinance to fast-track all-affordable housing approvals, building on the success of Emergency Directive 1. Simultaneously, the City Council approved major rent control reforms, capping regulated rent hikes at 4%. Both measures aim to speed affordable housing delivery and protect tenants, but key details remain under debate.

U.S. construction spending edges up in August, but remains below year-ago levels

U.S. construction spending edged up 0.2% in August 2025 to $2.17 trillion, defying forecasts for a decline. Gains were concentrated in private residential projects, while nonresidential and public categories softened. Year-over-year, overall spending slipped 1.6%, reflecting sectoral imbalances and a cautious outlook. Data was delayed by a government shutdown.