Florida Business & Economy: Brightline Florida is still operating while its parent companies restructure in Chapter 11, with the rail line weighed down by about $5.5 billion in debt but seeking to keep service running in the state. Housing & Infrastructure: Tampa City Council approved the South Howard Flood Relief Project, aiming to curb neighborhood flooding by building an underground drainage system beneath South Howard Avenue, though opponents could push the fight into court. Energy & Weather Preparedness: A new forecasting tool from NCAR can flag the risk of rapid hurricane intensification up to five days ahead, giving coastal communities more time to prepare. Public Safety & Tech: U.S. senators raised constitutional concerns about Flock’s expanding license-plate camera network after testimony involving a wrongful arrest, adding pressure on surveillance practices. Healthcare & Consumer Impact: Florida homeowners and insurers continue to feel the ripple effects of Medicare and healthcare billing scrutiny, while broader policy debates and enforcement actions highlight how vendor and billing failures can hit patients and budgets. Local Business Moves: Mr. Handyman serving Greater Jacksonville has new leadership as founders retire, signaling continuity for home-repair demand in Duval, Clay and St. Johns counties.