Public Safety: Southwest Florida residents are seeing more black bears rummaging through garbage on “garbage night,” with state wildlife officials estimating about 4,050 bears statewide and urging people to secure trash and never approach. Housing & Cost of Living: Florida’s luxury condo boom is pushing more high-end projects across the state, but affordability remains a question for buyers. Home Insurance Basics: FPL Home mailers are warning homeowners they may be responsible for repairs to exterior electric and water lines—even if they have standard coverage—raising questions about whether optional add-ons are worth it. Health & Caregiving: Otherside Life is expanding its death doula network into Florida and North Carolina, aiming to close the gap between growing interest and limited access. Local Development: Charlotte County is set to hold a public hearing on Buc-ee’s plans for its first Southwest Florida location, with neighbors and environmental groups citing flood-zone risks and impacts near the Peace River. Travel & Emergency Response: A small plane carrying four family members went missing off the Bahamas while flying toward Miami; the U.S. Coast Guard joined the search. Sports: SMU edged Florida State 27-24 after a nearly two-hour Doak Campbell Stadium power outage delay.