US Heatwave Warnings
Widespread US Heatwave Prompts Warnings for Millions; NYC Opens Cooling Centers
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Basalt is inviting public input on updating its land use code via an online survey at Let’s Talk Basalt and a public open house at the Basalt Regional Library (4 p.m.–6 p.m. on Wednesday); the update aims to modernize the code, improve clarity, and align with Basalt’s 2020 Master Plan while addressing issues like mobility, parking, growth, and emerging data-center regulations.
Aspen-Pitkin County Housing Authority has opened seasonal housing reservations for Marolt Ranch for the 2026-27 winter season, offering units at 100 Marolt Plaza near downtown Aspen with a monthly rent of $1,476 plus $100 for parking; leases run Sept. 1–April 30, with utilities included except cable, internet, and phone; a lottery will determine placements on July 20.
The Arts Campus at Willits announced the Art Tank Grant, awarding $5,000 to five applicants as part of a new microgrant program for local artists.
In Iran-U.S. talks in Doha, negotiators have not yet struck a breakthrough, with 45 days remaining to reach a final deal; the Strait of Hormuz remains a primary hurdle, with Iran insisting it controls shipping lanes and can charge tolls, a position opposed by the U.S. and Gulf states.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Dublin to promote a plan for Ukrainian and Irish companies to collaborate on drone production, highlighting cross-border cooperation to bolster Kyiv’s capabilities.
A powerful heat dome is baking the United States just ahead of Independence Day, pushing tens of millions of Americans under heat warnings and advisories. Temperatures are soaring well above normal across large parts of the country, straining power grids and putting vulnerable residents at serious risk.
New York City has opened cooling centers and extended pool hours to help residents escape the dangerous heat. Officials are urging people — especially the elderly and those without air conditioning — to find relief wherever they can.
Heat Dome Spreads Warnings Across the Country
A heat dome is a pocket of high pressure that traps hot air close to the ground, like a lid on a pot. This one is sitting stubbornly over the U.S., driving temperatures dangerously high in city after city. Forecasters warn the heat will last through the Independence Day holiday weekend.
Cooling centers — public spaces like libraries and community centers with free air conditioning — are opening in cities large and small. Officials say the biggest risks are for the elderly, young children, outdoor workers, and anyone without air conditioning at home.
Iran Nuclear Talks Stall Over Hormuz Shipping Dispute
Indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran in Doha have made some progress but have not produced a breakthrough deal. Negotiators have about 45 days left to reach a final agreement before the window closes.
The biggest sticking point is the Strait of Hormuz — a narrow waterway through which a large share of the world's oil flows. Iran insists it controls the strait and can charge tolls to ships passing through. The U.S. and Gulf states strongly oppose that position, and the two sides remain far apart.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Targets, Eyes Drone Deal With Ireland
Ukraine launched long-range strikes against Russian oil refineries and defense facilities, keeping up pressure on Moscow's war machine. The strikes targeted sites deep inside Russia, showing Kyiv's growing ability to hit high-value targets.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy traveled to Dublin to push a plan for Ukrainian and Irish companies to work together on building drones. The collaboration would help Ukraine produce more of the unmanned aircraft it relies on heavily in the war.
Local Highlights: Housing, Arts, and Community Events
In Basalt, Colorado, residents can share their thoughts on a major update to the town's land-use code — the rules that govern how land can be built on and used. An online survey is live at Let's Talk Basalt, and a public open house is set for Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Basalt Regional Library. The update aims to match the town's 2020 Master Plan and tackle issues like parking and growth.
The Aspen-Pitkin County Housing Authority has opened reservations for Marolt Ranch seasonal housing for the 2026–27 winter season. Units near downtown Aspen rent for $1,476 per month, plus $100 for parking, with utilities included. Leases run from September 1 through April 30, and a lottery on July 20 will decide placements. Separately, the Arts Campus at Willits awarded $5,000 each to five local artists through its new Art Tank microgrant program.
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