Consumer Privacy Fight: Florida AG James Uthmeier sued Netflix, alleging the streamer collected and sold minors’ sensitive data without verifiable parental consent, seeking penalties and an injunction. Housing & Rates: The Fed’s first rate hike in 3+ years could further cool South Florida condos and home sales as mortgage costs rise alongside already-high insurance and HOA fees. Emergency Radio Access: The House passed the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, backed by Florida Rep. Gus Bilirakis, requiring AM radios in new cars without extra charges. Local Flood Relief: Tampa’s $92.7 million South Howard Flood Relief Project heads to a make-or-break vote, aiming to protect 1,000+ homes and businesses from recurring flooding. Food Safety Recall: Everything Sprouts expanded an alfalfa sprout recall tied to a Shiga toxin E. coli outbreak, with multiple lot numbers and related sprout mix cups affected. Public Health Alert: Polk County confirmed its sixth 2026 rabies case, with most cases involving bats; officials urge residents not to approach unusual animals. Data Center Backlash: Orange County advanced a temporary moratorium on new data center development as residents push for clearer rules and impact research. Fitness Spending Watch: Americans are spending nearly $94B on fitness and weight loss, while FIU research warns many popular fitness watches overestimate calories burned.