Property Taxes & Local Budgets: Florida CFO candidate Blaise Ingoglia renewed attacks on Miami-Dade County, calling spending “excessive and wasteful” and tying the critique to the November homestead exemption referendum. Election Watch: Florida’s qualifying deadline closed with a slate of governor and Cabinet candidates set, including Byron Donalds and Jay Collins, plus a clear path for down-ballot races. Courtroom Accountability: Broward prosecutors moved to clear decades-old convictions tied to “reverse sting” crack cases after a long-running review found due process violations. Public Safety Funding: Santa Rosa and Pensacola officials warned that the property tax amendment could cut municipal revenue and force staffing reductions for police and deputies. AI & Civil Rights: A Florida man sued Jacksonville Beach police after a facial-recognition match led to a wrongful child-predator arrest; lawyers also seek policy changes. Government Speech Rules: Florida’s wildlife agency rolled out a social media policy restricting employees’ personal speech, raising First Amendment concerns after a prior lawsuit. Environment & Health: Florida is bracing for screwworm impacts as shelter-pet restrictions expand, while pesticide liability-shield efforts nationwide face a major legal showdown. Community & Services: Broward’s recycling rate remains low as the county’s waste authority pushes a long-term master plan, and Charlotte County deputies ramp enforcement on e-bikes and similar devices.