Hurricane season 2026: AI changing future of forecasting
Forecasting hurricanes can be a big challenge, as small atmospheric changes can quickly shift a storm’s path or intensity. Predicting where a hurricane will go and how strong it may become requires forecasters to analyze massive amounts of data in a short period of time. Now, artificial intelligence is becoming a helpful tool that meteorologists could use to improve forecasts and provide earlier warnings before storms hit. More from the Orlando Sentinel and News 4 Jax.
Michelin Guide adds 7 new Central Florida restaurants, including 1st nods for Brevard, Lake counties
Several Orlando-area eateries have made their debut in the prestigious Michelin Guide, earning a distinction that could unlock opportunity and drive more diners their direction. The guide unveiled its selection of Florida restaurants for 2026 on May 28. Despite no new Michelin stars for local restaurants, seven Central Florida eateries are newly featured as “recommended” in the guide. More from the Orlando Business Journal.
From Publix to Costco, St. Pete CRE exec is go-to hire for retail giants
Rachel Wein is proof you don’t have to work for a big commercial real estate company to have a big impact on the industry. Wein’s company, St. Petersburg-based Wein Plus, has worked with some of the biggest names in retail real estate the last 15 years, at various times helping to grow and shrink multimillion-dollar portfolios. The list of clients she’s had, or has, is the gold star of one-word retailers: Publix. Walgreens. Kroger. Costco. More from the Business Observer.
Miami startup Investrio is building a human-centered financial platform for small businesses
What began as a fintech startup focused on helping young professionals tackle credit card debt has evolved into something much bigger for co-founders Joyce Medeiros and Laura Muriel Texidor at Investrio. Today, the Miami-based startup is building an AI-powered financial platform designed specifically for solopreneurs and small business owners navigating the increasingly complex world of entrepreneurship. More from Refresh Miami.
JTA cutting services, increasing fares to make up for projected budget deficit
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is set to eliminate some routes and increase some fares in order to make up for a projected $17.5 million budget deficit in fiscal year 2027. JTA plans to trim services for some of its bus and ReadiRide routes, and shorten hours for its Downtown Neighborhood Autonomous Vehicle Innovation service. It would also transition ReadiRide service into Uber fares, while increasing bus fares that it had lowered in a pilot program months before. More from the Jacksonville Daily Record.
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Italy’s top pizza guide names these Miami spots among the best in the country
The most prestigious Italian pizza guide has released its annual lists of the best pizzerias around the world, and several Miami spots have made the list, including a beloved slice shop and a swanky new(ish) restaurant in Wynwood. Sometimes referred to as the “Michelin Guide” of pizza, 50 Top Pizza has released its annual rankings in several categories, including the top 50 pizza spots in the United States and the best slice shops.
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