Child Welfare Breakdown: A Fifth Judicial Circuit grand jury report says Florida’s Department of Children and Families in central Florida failed to protect children and vulnerable adults, citing missed abuse hotline calls, delayed cases, and allegations of falsifying records. Sports Oversight: State Rep. Anna Eskamani pressed the Florida Athletic Commission to revoke the promoter license behind the August 29 “Duel Arena” event, demanding answers after the commission’s silence. Emergency Management Funding: Florida’s Division of Emergency Management is seeking an extra $250 million from lawmakers, including money tied to “illegal migration” costs tied to the Alligator Alcatraz detention facility and storm and wildfire obligations. Surveillance Policy: FDOT told law enforcement it will no longer allow license plate reader use on state roads, as local sheriffs and counties weigh how to respond amid privacy and misuse concerns. Immigration at Universities: Florida’s Board of Governors approved a rule barring people described as “present in the United States unlawfully” from initial enrollment at certain public universities starting 2027-28. Public Safety & Courts: A federal appeals court fight over student press freedom continues, with a coalition urging the court to protect student journalists’ rights. Food Safety: USDA issued a Class I recall for Italian guanciale sold in eight states after a listeria-positive lab test. Aviation Security: The FAA proposed permanent airspace restrictions around Mar-a-Lago, with comments due Oct. 2.