Good evening, Tampa Bay. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook.

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With low humidity, Wednesday morning will be in the 50s to 60s again.

It will be another warm and dry day.

High temperatures will climb into the mid to upper 80s with an east wind 5 to 15 mph.

A sea breeze along the coast will keep temperatures in the low 80s at the beaches.

Highs: 87

Lows: 65

Rain Coverage: 0%

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Today’s Big Stories

1. Vote set for Tuesday could change Pinellas school start times for thousands of students
School start times could be shifting for thousands of high schoolers and hundreds of middle school students this upcoming August, if proposed changes are approved by the Pinellas County School Board on Tuesday.

2. Stormwater improvement project underway at Clearwater’s North Beach
Designed decades ago, the original system is no longer efficient for current tidal elevations and weather events.

3. Examining the history of maternal mortality during Black Maternal Health Week
Every year since 2018, the week has been used to highlight the need to address high rates of preventable maternal mortality among Black women. More in our Justice For All report.

4. U.S. wholesale prices surged 4% last month after war in Iran sent energy prices soaring
U.S. wholesale prices surged last month as the Iran war drove up the cost of energy.

5. Diplomats try to arrange second round of U.S.-Iran talks during first full day of American blockade
Diplomats worked through back channels Tuesday to arrange a new round of talks between the United States and Iran after Washington enacted its blockade of Iranian ports, while Tehran threatened to strike targets across the war-weary region.

6. Saint Leo softball is on a hot streak, ranked No. 1 in the nation in Division II
For the first time in program history, the Saint Leo softball team is ranked No. 1 in the nation in Division II. The Lions are currently riding a 31-game winning streak.

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Your Notes for Tonight and Tomorrow

BOLTS LATEST | The Tampa Bay Lightning are off tonight before playing the last game of their regular season schedule tomorrow night at the New York Rangers. The puck drops at 7 p.m. The Bolts entered play today with 106 points, tied for second place in the Atlantic Division with the Montreal Canadiens and two points behind the Buffalo Sabres.

PASCO COUNTY ELECTIONS | A variety of municipal elections were held across the county today in the following communities: Dade City, Port Richey, New Port Richey and St. Leo. The polls close at 7 p.m. Once that happens, you can see results on-air and online.

ATTRACTIONS | Disney World’s 2026 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is in full bloom. The vibrant festival runs through June 1. Attendees can enjoy character-themed topiaries, live entertainment and garden-inspired food and beverages at the popular event.

National Notes

Wednesday, April 15

Federal Tax Day and IRS quarterly tax filing deadline day
Jackie Robinson Day celebrated by Major League Baseball franchises
House of Representatives returns from District Work Period
American Music Awards nominations announced

Stacey Loesky has been teaching for almost 20 years. She’s been at Ferrell Girls Preparatory Academy Middle Magnet School since 2011. (Spectrum News) (Spectrum News)

Stacey Loesky says she is teaching her students skills they will always need, whether they plan to go to college, start working right away, or join the military.

Meet this week’s A+ Teacher.