Dog Attack Tragedy: A Brevard County woman, Jodi Cowan, died after a pair of dogs allegedly attacked her; the owner, Linda Cutler, is charged and the dogs are being held for euthanization. Hurricane Readiness: Highlands County hosted a 2026 Hurricane Preparedness Expo with dozens of vendors and guidance from meteorology experts. Summer “Teen Takeover” Crackdown: St. Augustine Beach police stopped an unsanctioned pier gathering before it could spark chaos, using monitoring to identify the plan early. Health Insurance Shakeup: Cigna is exiting Florida’s Obamacare marketplace in 2027, following Aetna’s earlier departure—raising fears of a broader coverage crunch. Power Grid Upgrades: FPL plans major Brevard County reliability work in 2026, including converting neighborhood lines underground and trimming vegetation. Local Politics & Affordability: Rep. Byron Donalds drew a packed Palm Coast crowd on his “Defending the Florida Dream” tour, pushing affordability and regulatory relief. Property Tax Fight Looms: South Florida cities warn that Florida’s proposed property tax cuts could strain local services as voters head to November. Wildlife Safety: A tourist sued a Florida wildlife attraction after an alleged alligator bite during a “free encounter,” spotlighting visitor risk at animal attractions. Invasive Species Watch: South Florida is seeing more Nile monitor lizards, with experts urging residents not to handle or approach them.