Meta Child-Safety Settlement: Meta agreed to major new U.S. safeguards for kids on Facebook and Instagram, including stronger age estimates, limits on daily use for under-18s, overnight restrictions, and hiding “like” counts. Public Safety—Carjacking Capture: Flagler deputies arrested a carjacking suspect near a Wendy’s after a pursuit that ended with victims rescued. Property Taxes—Amendment 3: A Brevard-focused explainer breaks down how Florida Amendment 3 could raise the homestead exemption and also change non-homestead caps, with real savings depending on individual bills. Government Accountability: Sarasota auditors say a former tax collector’s $100,767 payout from a housing finance district violated state law, with questions about whether any transition services were actually performed. Human Services Grants: Sarasota County approved contracted human services funding, with Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties among the top recipients. Child Recovery Operation: FDLE says a statewide effort recovered 163 missing children, with multiple felony cases referred for prosecution. Opioid Enforcement: DOJ announced a $50 million settlement with Walmart over allegations of failing to flag suspicious opioid prescriptions. Local Mobility Rules: Tarpon Springs advanced an ordinance to restrict riding bikes and e-bikes on crowded downtown sidewalks, requiring riders to walk in key areas. Tech Policy—AI and Kids: Byron Donalds argued states will regulate AI faster than the federal government, emphasizing protections for children and identity. Weather: Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for parts of Southwest Florida.