Immigration Detention & Courts: The U.S. Supreme Court is set to weigh whether some criminal noncitizens must get bond hearings when deportation cases drag on, with legal experts warning the ruling could affect public safety and federal detention power. AI & Public Records: DHS plans to use AI to speed up FOIA redactions, aiming to cut processing times—raising fresh questions about how much transparency gets automated. Surveillance Cameras Under Scrutiny: U.S. senators pressed privacy concerns at a hearing on Flock license-plate cameras after reports of wrongful arrests tied to the system. Florida Water & Drought: Southwest Florida’s water restrictions were extended through March as drought persists, keeping limited watering schedules in place across multiple counties. Local Government & Housing/Taxes: Venice-area leaders debated Amendment 3, weighing property tax relief against potential impacts on services and costs. Public Health: Collier County lifted a fecal-bacteria advisory at Residents Beach on Marco Island after tests fell below state thresholds. Nonprofits & Community: Senior Friendship Centers hosted a resource fair to connect older adults with local healthcare options. Data Centers in Florida: Palm Beach County approved a one-year moratorium on large-scale data centers, citing power bills, environmental impacts, noise, and water use.