SUMMARY: Egg prices have risen significantly due to bird flu, which killed 17 million egg-laying hens in November and December, leading to a shortage. In Florida, the average cost of a carton has jumped 37%, now exceeding $6.30. Despite this, local businesses like Alessie Bakery are striving to keep prices stable, even though they use up to 7,000 pounds of eggs daily. The bakery’s owner says they are better prepared to manage costs compared to the 2021 price hikes caused by the pandemic and bird flu. Many customers appreciate these efforts, though families struggle with rising food prices.

Egg prices are in short supply across the nation and it’s hitting everyone, especially restaurants and bakers.

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SUMMARY: Mecum Auctions in Kissimmee, Florida, offers visitors a chance to see Hollywood history through the 1969 Porsche 917K, originally purchased by Steve McQueen and featured in *Le Mans*. With blue paint, orange stripes, and McQueen’s autograph, the car has had a successful racing career before being owned by various figures, including Jerry Seinfeld. It will be auctioned on January 18, with an estimated value of over $20 million. The event, running until January 19, features nearly 5,000 vehicles, from classic cars to unique models, offering a welcoming atmosphere for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

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SUMMARY: Attorney General Ashley Moody is advancing efforts to combat antisemitism in Florida, focusing on college campuses. Following the October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, Moody is hosting a law enforcement training in partnership with the Combat Antisemitism Movement at Florida Atlantic University. Hate crimes in Florida have risen sharply, particularly against Jewish Floridians, with a 94% increase in antisemitic hate crimes from 2022 to 2023. Governor Ron DeSantis has also taken steps to protect Jewish students and address campus support for terrorist organizations. Meanwhile, federal authorities face criticism for not removing supporters of terrorism from the U.S.

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