Good morning, Fort Lauderdale.

Feeding South Florida reported that diesel prices have pushed operating costs up by 59%, leading to a drop in food donations for the network that serves 1.7 million people in four counties.

The rate for diesel reached $6.32 a gallon amid global supply issues.

The Florida Board of Education approved new restrictions on AI use in public schools, colleges, and universities to give parents control and require teacher training; districts must provide alternative non-AI materials for students who opt out.

The unanimous action advances safeguards for student learning (including stricter rules for unsupervised use at lower grade levels) and sets a national precedent.

Broward and Miami-Dade school officials warn that teacher pay and safety programs could be cut in November if voters do not approve funding, risking teacher shortages in local classrooms.

Jordon King studies the Everglades and teaches locals about nature while using his social media to share his findings; the researcher’s unique style—inspired by his Jamaican roots and marked by colorful grills—adds a creative twist to his nature lessons.

The Florida Department of Health reported that a fourth person died in Broward County today from Vibrio vulnificus, a bacteria known for rapid tissue damage; previous deaths have been recorded in Palm Beach, Bay & Marion counties, with 21 cases confirmed statewide this year.

The Florida Panthers begin training camp today with captain Aleksander Barkov—back from a knee injury—and core players from the Cup-winning teams in 2024 and 2025 as the team prepares for the season ahead.

Inter Miami defeated Cruz Azul two to 0 in the Campeones Cup Wednesday night when Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal off Luis Suárez and Casemiro added a corner header, marking a milestone three years after his arrival; the team will host San Diego FC on Sunday (at Nu Stadium).