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News ClipIndyStar·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Decatur Township residents ask courts to review data center decision

Decatur Township residents in Indianapolis have filed a lawsuit seeking judicial review of a zoning decision that approved a $4 billion data center campus by Sabey Data Center Properties. The residents cite concerns about electricity and water usage, potential noise, and environmental impacts, arguing the project doesn't align with the city's comprehensive plan. This legal challenge follows the Metropolitan Development Commission's approval of the 250MW facility, which did not require a full rezoning.

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4/22/2026
News ClipVA Lawyers Weekly·Prince William County, VA

Prince William County data center rezoning is void ab initio$

A data center rezoning in Prince William County, Virginia, has been legally declared "void ab initio", meaning it is invalid from its inception. This ruling represents a significant legal setback for the data center development.

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4/22/2026
Lawsuit aims to halt $4 billion data center project in Indianapolis
News ClipWISH-TV·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Lawsuit aims to halt $4 billion data center project in Indianapolis

A neighborhood organization and property owners in Indianapolis have filed a lawsuit to reverse a government decision that approved a $4 billion data center project by Sabey Data Centers. The suit alleges violations of due process and conflicts with the area's planned use, despite the Metropolitan Development Commission's prior approval. Concerns about health and safety were also reiterated.

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4/22/2026
Battles over data centers intensify in the Maryland State House and communities
News ClipMarylandReporter.com·MD

Battles over data centers intensify in the Maryland State House and communities

Activists and lawmakers in Maryland are clashing over the regulation and environmental impact of data centers across the state. Concerns range from noise and pollution in Prince George’s County to land use in Frederick County, where a legal battle is anticipated over a citizen-initiated referendum against a new ordinance. The Maryland General Assembly recently passed the Utility RELIEF Act, which aims to hold data centers accountable for grid upgrades and incentivize clean energy.

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4/22/2026
7 News Detroit takes your data center questions to DTE vice chairman
News Clip6:01WXYZ-TV Detroit | Channel 7·Saline, Oscoda County, MI

7 News Detroit takes your data center questions to DTE vice chairman

WXYZ-TV Detroit investigates local concerns about data centers' impact on electricity bills and grid capacity, taking viewer questions to DTE Energy's vice chairman. The report addresses state laws preventing ratepayers from subsidizing data centers and DTE's contractual protections, including a discussion of the controversial Stargate Data Center project in Saline Township.

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4/21/2026
7 News Detroit takes your data center questions to DTE vice chairman; here's what he said
News ClipWMYD·Saline Township, Washtenaw County, MI

7 News Detroit takes your data center questions to DTE vice chairman; here's what he said

DTE Vice Chairman Trevor Lauer addressed public concerns about data centers in metro Detroit, stating they will not raise residential electricity rates due to state laws preventing cross-subsidization and specific contract provisions. He also discussed the controversial Stargate project in Saline Township, which was approved despite initial community rejection and a lawsuit, defending DTE's expedited contract approval process with the Michigan Public Service Commission.

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4/21/2026
Judge Approves Amazon AI Data Center Construction in West Shreveport
News ClipNews Radio 710 KEEL·Shreveport, Caddo County, LA

Judge Approves Amazon AI Data Center Construction in West Shreveport

A judge has approved Amazon's plans to construct a large AI data center in West Shreveport, dismissing a legal challenge that sought to halt the project. The proposed facility faces significant community opposition due to its extensive water and electricity requirements, which critics argue will strain local resources and cause noise pollution.

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Amazon
4/21/2026
News ClipThe Palm Beach Post·Palm Beach County, FL

Palm Beach County Mayor Sara Baxter may sit out data center vote. Why?

Palm Beach County Mayor Sara Baxter has been advised to recuse herself from a vote on the proposed Project Tango data center due to her public opposition, which was deemed prejudgment. Residents strongly oppose the project, citing concerns over noise, size, and proximity to homes and a school. The public hearing for the project has been rescheduled to July 15.

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4/21/2026
VIDEO, PHOTOS: Disruptions hound Pennhurst data center hearing
News Clippottsmerc.com·East Vincent, Montgomery County, PA

VIDEO, PHOTOS: Disruptions hound Pennhurst data center hearing

A conditional use hearing for a proposed 1.9-million-square-foot data center in East Vincent, Pennsylvania, was marked by significant disruptions and strong community opposition. Over 100 residents and officials spoke against the project, raising concerns about environmental impacts, noise, and traffic, while the township supervisors largely denied party status to opponents. The hearing will continue to address zoning-related 'legal thresholds' before the application can proceed.

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4/21/2026
Anti-data center advocates take their battle to Marion County court
News ClipMirror Indy·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Anti-data center advocates take their battle to Marion County court

Decatur Township residents in Indianapolis have filed a petition for judicial review to challenge a zoning decision that would allow Sabey Data Centers to build the city's first hyperscale data center. This legal action is a "last ditch effort" to stop the project after the Metropolitan Development Commission approved the necessary zoning adjustments.

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4/21/2026
Data center legal challenge resolved without derailing project
News ClipThe Center Square·Shreveport, Caddo County, LA

Data center legal challenge resolved without derailing project

A legal challenge to a proposed multi-billion dollar data center in Shreveport, Louisiana, has been resolved. A Caddo District Court judge upheld the city's special-use permit, clearing the way for STACK Infrastructure and Amazon to proceed with the project. The resolution is expected to lead to significant investment and job creation in the region.

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Amazon
4/21/2026
Centralia leaders consider zoning changes to regulate data centers
News ClipKRCG·Centralia, Boone County, MO

Centralia leaders consider zoning changes to regulate data centers

The Centralia Board of Aldermen is considering proposed zoning changes that would regulate the construction and operation of data centers within the city. The ordinance would require developers to obtain conditional use permits, demonstrate infrastructure capacity, and fund any necessary upgrades. While Centralia has not yet taken final action, similar debates in nearby Montgomery County have led to significant public opposition and a lawsuit.

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4/21/2026
Monterey Park City Council approves ballot measure that bans data centers
News ClipSan Gabriel Valley Tribune·Monterey Park, Los Angeles County, CA

Monterey Park City Council approves ballot measure that bans data centers

The Monterey Park City Council unanimously approved placing a ballot measure, Measure NDC, on the June 2 special election ballot that would enact a permanent ban on data center construction in the city if approved by voters. This decision follows months of public opposition and includes codifying interim protections and declaring data centers a "public nuisance."

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4/21/2026
Opinion | Wisconsin needs to protect itself from Big Tech
News ClipThe Cap Times·Madison, Waukesha County, WI

Opinion | Wisconsin needs to protect itself from Big Tech

An opinion piece in The Cap Times argues that Wisconsin needs to implement state-level safeguards against advanced AI and Big Tech, citing concerns about federal preemption. Protesters are actively opposing proposed data centers in the state, highlighting the public's desire for protection from these technologies. The article calls for citizens and state lawmakers to resist federal efforts to limit state regulatory power over AI.

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MetaOpenAI
4/21/2026
Begich Introduces Companion Bill to Meet Data Center Energy Demands Without Raising Americans' Utility Bills
News ClipMust Read Alaska·AK

Begich Introduces Companion Bill to Meet Data Center Energy Demands Without Raising Americans' Utility Bills$

U.S. Representative Nick Begich introduced the House companion bill to the DATA Act of 2026, aiming to expand energy production for data centers without increasing consumer utility bills. The bill proposes creating a new category of off-grid electric utilities (CREUs) exempt from federal regulations, with companies solely responsible for funding. This aligns with President Trump's pledge for tech companies to self-finance their energy infrastructure.

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4/21/2026