South Florida Politics: Voters in new Congressional District 22 say affordability, jobs, and agriculture are top priorities as the sprawling seat stretches from Marco Island through Hendry County to Broward and Palm Beach. Sports Medicine: Central Florida doctors warn fall athletes to ramp up slowly to avoid overuse injuries as practices begin. Education: Gov. DeSantis kicked off the school year in Lehigh Acres, touting Florida’s education rankings and school choice. College Sports Lawsuit: Former Florida State QB Thomas Castellanos sues the NCAA seeking portal access after a Colorado judge’s eligibility ruling. Immigration: Florida Catholic bishops urged Sen. Rick Scott and Sen. Ashley Moody to back a bill extending Haitian TPS through 2029. Public Health: Florida reported a second Vibrio vulnificus death and additional cases, urging caution with raw oysters and brackish water. Elections: A new poll shows Byron Donalds leading in Florida’s GOP governor primary. Environment: The 2026 Florida Python Challenge removed 280 Burmese pythons; Tom Rahill won $10,000 by removing 96. Back-to-School Tax: Florida’s sales tax holiday runs through Aug. 20.