Tax & Cost-of-Living Politics: Los Angeles County’s Measure ER sales-tax hike for healthcare is slipping, with the “no” vote leading 51.5% to 48.5% as ballots are still being counted—voters cite affordability, tax fatigue, and low trust in county government. Gaming & Hospitality M&A: Caesars Entertainment is set to be bought by Tilman Fertitta’s Fertitta Entertainment in a $17.6B all-cash deal, with Caesars Virginia expected to see “no noticeable change” if regulators approve; the wider move would reshape casino ownership and online gaming. Aviation Management (San Marino registry): ACASS says it added a BBJ2 and Embraer Legacy 650 to its managed fleet, both registered under San Marino’s T7, expanding global charter capacity. Energy Policy: Azerbaijan’s deputy energy minister tells the EU it needs more flexible, business-accessible energy regulations as Europe pushes decarbonisation and renewables. Travel & Borders: Wizz Air warns UK travelers to arrive up to three hours early due to longer queues tied to the EU Entry/Exit System. Local Business/Community: Pasadena Chorale’s free SummerSing choir camp (June 22–26) is open for students, with daily instruction and meals provided. San Marino Spotlight (Culture): San Marino High School senior Mimi Bernstein lands a grand prize finalist spot in The Music Center’s Spotlight program after years of training.