Good morning, Tampa Bay. Here’s what you need to know today.
Your Weather Planner
Clouds will generally keep the Monday morning mild. A few sprinkles are possible early.
Clouds wiill decrease as drier and cooler air move in through Monday.
High temperatures will stay below normal.
The humidity will be lower.
Monday night will be cooler.
Highs: 76
Lows: 60
Rain Coverage: 10%
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Around Tampa Bay
1. Local food pantries feel impact amid SNAP benefit delays
Despite the uncertainty, volunteers at Bibleway Resource Center say they’re doing everything they can to meet the growing need.
2. Gigglewaters has food for kids impacted by suspended SNAP benefits
While the uncertainty around SNAP benefits remain, restaurants in the bay area are making sure kids are getting fed.
3. DeSantis announces 28 Floridians evacuated from Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Saturday he ordered the successful evacuation of 28 Florida residents from Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.
4. USF CRESCENDO Lab presents jazz song inspired by scientific data on oysters
A USF St. Petersburg anthropologist is using music and song to share scientific data. It’s a way to educate those who may not understand the science. It’s called the CRESCENDO Lab.
5. ‘Yes in God’s Backyard’ law to help young people aging out of foster care
A local nonprofit is using that model to tackle the issue of homelessness and affordable housing for young people aging out of foster care.
Around the Nation
1. Shutdown stalemate set to drag into sixth week as Trump pushes Republicans to change Senate rules
2. Trump says China’s Xi has assured him that he won’t take action on Taiwan during Republican’s term
3. U.S. carries out new strike in Caribbean, killing 3
4. Israel says the Red Cross has received the remains of 3 hostages in Gaza
Don’t Miss This
Hillsborough Sheriff Deputies shoot suspect in domestic violence call
Lightning beat the Mammoth 4-2 for their 5th straight win
Hillsborough County Public Schools looks to increase workforce training in south part of county
Tampa Bay fraternities and sororities organize food drive for Hurricane Melissa victims
Pinellas Support Team expanded to reach more kids being bullied
Quote of the Day
New tests of the U.S. nuclear weapons system ordered up by President Donald Trump will not include nuclear explosions, Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday.
It was the first clarity from the Trump administration since the president took to social media last week to say he had “instructed the Department of War to start testing our Nuclear Weapons on an equal basis.”