Local Politics: Martin County voters returned former officials to boards and elected former Stuart Commissioner Christopher Collins to the District 2 seat, while Chairwoman Sarah Heard won re-election. Public Safety & Courts: DHS says ICE lodged a detainer after a Jamaican man charged in a Burger King stabbing in Panama City Beach; in Palm Beach County, suspended clerk Michael Caruso was transferred to Orange County jail on child sex abuse charges. Health Care & Growth: HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital announced a $125 million expansion in Bay County, including a new patient tower and more beds, aiming to meet rising demand. Environment & Water: Southwest Florida drought coverage warns of a worsening water crunch even during rainy season. Statewide Policy Impact: If Amendment 3 passes, Monroe County officials warn Lower Keys fire and ambulance services could face major revenue shortfalls. Crime & Justice: Florida AG sued “sweepstakes” online casino operators over alleged illegal real-money gambling; Polk deputies cracked down on illegal saw palmetto berry harvesting. Education: Lake County Schools named Chad Farnsworth as next superintendent. Transportation: FHP reported a fatal I-10 head-on crash in Madison County and traffic hazards from flooding and a traffic light outage in Bay County.