Insurance Affordability: LendingTree says U.S. home insurance rates jumped nearly 47% from 2020–2025, with Colorado up 18.3% and no state seeing declines in 2025—severe weather is a major driver. Food Safety Recalls: USDA/FSIS issued a recall for 1,500+ pounds of ready-to-eat Italian pork over possible listeria, distributed via Florida processors; separate FDA action widened a Walmart frozen triple-berry recall in 16 states tied to an E. coli outbreak. Local Utilities & Water Rules: Lakeland is raising fines for violating lawn-watering limits (up to $500) while electric fuel charges are set to fall for customers. Tech & Consumer Privacy: A new report says U.S. lawmakers likely won’t rein in camera-enabled smart glasses soon, leaving privacy protections to existing laws and standards. AI Accountability in Florida: Florida AG James Uthmeier is pushing for criminal penalties for AI chatbot companies if their products help abet crimes. Trade & Prices Watch: Canada’s retaliatory tariffs took effect, and economists say some consumer categories (like health and beauty) could see short-term price pressure. Florida Consumer Infrastructure: USF broke ground on a nearly $500M mixed-use “Uptown Landing” project, targeting a fall 2028 opening for the first phase.