1. Drivers in Portland should expect delays this week as part of Forest Avenue is reduced to one inbound lane between Avalon Road and Allen Avenue for emergency sewer repairs. The work begins today and is expected to wrap up by Friday, with motorists encouraged to use alternate routes. (NCM)

2. Thousands gathered along Portland’s Eastern Promenade Saturday night to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, live music and food trucks. The annual display lit up Casco Bay as spectators from Portland and South Portland enjoyed one of the state’s biggest Independence Day celebrations. (WMTW)

3. Sony says all new PlayStation 5 games will be released digital-only starting in 2028, marking the end of physical discs after more than 30 years. The move comes as digital downloads continue to dominate, though many gamers have criticized the decision over storage limits and game ownership concerns. (NBC)

4. The U.S. Men’s National Team gets a big boost ahead of tonight’s World Cup match against Belgium, as Folarin Balogun has been cleared to play after FIFA overturned his one-game suspension following Trump’s appeal. (ESPN)

5. Joey Chestnut reclaimed the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest title, eating 66 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes to win his 18th Mustard Belt. Miki Sudo won the women’s competition for the 12th straight year with 38 hot dogs, with both champions saying the New York heat made this year’s contest more challenging.

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