Today’s Solutions: June 10, 2026

The Optimist Daily Update with Summers McKay & Kristy Jansen – Your weekday update from The Optimist Daily featuring discussions of our top positive news solutions from independent, reader-funded, journalists. We’re focused on wildfires today with resources to help those affected and one adorable therapy dog bringing attention to the mental health needs of first responders. Listen to The Optimist Daily Update with Summers & Kristy – Making Solutions the News!

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Monterey Park becomes first US city to permanently ban data centers

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FDA finally pulls the plug on Red Dye No. 3 in food

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