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Whooping Cough Is Still Killing Americans in 2026, and California, Washington, Ohio, and Florida Are Leading a Surge That Is Far from Over

Whooping cough hit its highest U.S. case count in more than a decade in 2024 and 2025, killing infants and adults. In 2026, California leads the nation with nearly 700 cases. Falling vaccination rates, waning immunity, and public health cuts are driving the surge. Here is the full picture.

Medical Daily

‘Autistic kids are being experimented on’: inside America’s booming market for unproven stem cell infusions

Feeling abandoned and overwhelmed, families are turning to controversial new therapies backed by the US health secretary

The Guardian - US

Bitcoin Used as Collateral to Buy a $4.2M Home: Fannie Mae-Backed Deal Closed in Just 23 Days

A $4.2M Florida home became the first with a Bitcoin-backed mortgage, combining crypto and Fannie Mae, which was closed in just 23 days.

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A 93% police face match in Florida sent a Fort Myers crabber to jail after a child-luring case, but the arrest is fueling a bigger fight over one of the oldest facial-recognition systems in the US

Robert Dillon was wrongfully arrested after facial recognition software flagged him for a crime committed hundreds of miles away. This incident highlights the dangers of relying on AI for law enforcement, as a grainy photo led to an arrest warrant based solely on the technology's output. The ACLU lawsuit underscores…

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Florida police hit with lawsuit after arresting a man for allegedly luring away a child – he says facial recognition falsely matched him to the suspect

93% match, 0% investigation, one wrongful arrest.

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‘Drunk driver’ leads police on high speed chase along Ironman race course

A drunk driving suspect led police on a high speed chase through the race course of an Ironman competition in Florida.

The Independent UK

Dengue Cases Spike in Florida: Miami-Dade Under Mosquito Alert as CDC Reports 359% National Surge Ahead of Peak Season

CDC confirms 359% rise in U.S. dengue activity as Miami-Dade County remains under mosquito-borne illness alert in June 2026. Florida reported 154 locally acquired cases in 2023. Here is what residents need to know.

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‘I’m asking you to leave’: Florida man walks into restaurant. Then the bartender tells him to leave because he smells suspicious

Dining at a favorite restaurant is usually one of life’s pleasures. Having them boot you out for an unwarranted reason can easily sour it. This is what this woman and her husband allegedly experienced at Hog Heaven Bar-B-Q, the owner claiming they reeked of marijuana. But was this the true…

The Mary Sue

22% Benefit Cut Looming: What the New Social Security Warning Means for the 4.5 Million Retirees in Florida

Florida has the second-highest population of retirees in the country, second only to California. Many older Americans migrate to Florida for their golden years for...

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ACLU Sues After Facial Recognition Falsely Identifies Florida Man as a Child Abductor

Police arrested and charged Robert Dillon with a heinous crime based on nothing more than a faulty image search.

Reason

At the Races: Eyes on the ball and the ballot

Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Mary Ellen McIntire and Daniela Altimari Call it a sports week. New Yorkers are ecstatic after the Knicks went…

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Florida thrift store reports grisly discovery as real human skull donated: ‘I think it was a war trophy’

Cops are trying to track down who donated it.

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Couple Exposes Fake Wells Fargo Scam, Then Receives Chilling Text: 'Should Have Sent the Money'

A Georgia couple's vigilance against a phone scam led to criminal charges against a Florida woman for extortion and threats. Their caution prevented financial loss and prompted an investigation.

International Business Times UK

Man attacked by shark while swimming during lunch break at Florida naval base

A man is recovering in hospital with critical injuries after being attacked by a shark while swimming in a marina at a Florida naval base.

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Florida immigration arrests have quietly surged, with state and local agencies at the forefront

Trump’s immigration crackdown has met with fierce resistance in Democratic-led sanctuary cities, where police are forbidden from assisting and many locals view the masked federal agents as an invading force

International Business Times UK

'Nobody Is Safe': FL Man Sues After AI Facial Recognition Wrongly Tags Him Child Luring Suspect in Shocking Police Blunder

A Florida man sues law enforcement after being wrongfully arrested due to a faulty AI match, highlighting the dangers of unregulated AI in policing.

The Guardian - UK

Lightning stops play: how electrical storms could disrupt the World Cup

Under US rules, even a distant strike can suspend a game – and some will take place in Florida, the thunderstorm state

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Woman’s son won’t eat what he ordered at Florida restaurant. Then mom refused to pay and says the law is on her side: ‘Start the boycott’

The viral footage sparked debate online.

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Rusty Ronaldo misses mark in Portugal World Cup warm-up

Portugal enter the World Cup after a 2-1 warm-up win over Nigeria, and England scored a morale-boosting 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in Florida.

Everybody Loves Your Money

The March 1 Property Tax Deadline Florida Homeowners Keep Missing

Florida homeowners often focus on mortgage rates, insurance hikes, and rising home prices, but one small date quietly shapes how much they pay in property taxes each year. March 1 stands as a critical cutoff tied to key tax benefits that can save thousands over time. Many residents overlook this…

The Independent UK

Navy employee fighting for his life after being attacked by shark off Florida coast, report says

State and local authorities are investigating the encounter, which occurred near the Naval Support Activity Panama City marina

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Florida hospital tells mother her 13yo is pregnant, soon apologises for misdiagnosing her. Then, 2 years later, they send her a $10,000 bill

She said never be afraid to speak up for your child.

The Independent UK

England vs Costa Rica LIVE: Thomas Tuchel’s side coast to victory as Rice, Gordon and Watkins score

England’s final World Cup warm-up game was a 3-0 win in Orlando, Florida, after a storm delayed kick-off by an hour

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USAA Giving Out Nearly $1 Billion in Refund Checks and Discounts in Florida: Are You Getting One?

Florida drivers could soon see discounted premiums and cash refunds from USAA. Here's what you need to know.

The Guardian - US

Florida lawsuit alleges wrongful arrest after AI facial recognition error

Robert Dillon was arrested at home in Florida despite living 300 miles away from where a crime was committed

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