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.
Your Weather Planner
Some patchy fog will be possible early on Tuesday, but it will quickly lift with sunshine the rest of the day.
Highs will range from the upper 70s at the coast to the mid 80s inland.
Lows will fall to the low to mid 60s at night near Tampa with 50s north.
Highs: 84
Lows: 63
Rain Coverage: 0%
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Today’s Big Stories
1. County Commissioners to discuss Manatee juvenile curfew ordinance
Parents or anyone else in Manatee County will be able to weigh in on the ordinance that commissioners initially approved by a 6-1 vote in August. Learn more about Tuesday night’s meeting.
2. 122 missing children found in two-week operation, AG Uthmeier says
State leaders, including Attorney General James Uthmeier, said Monday that more than 120 children were recovered or located during “Operation Home for the Holidays.”
3. Higher prices for Thanksgiving staples may await shoppers
Ahead of the trip to the grocery store for Thanksgiving, prepare yourself for some higher prices on the usual Turkey Day staples.
4. Land O’ Lakes drivers looking for fix at busy intersection
A Land O’ Lakes business owner says the increasing congestion in Pasco County is making it hard for customers to get to and from her salon. Traffic Inbox takes a look.
5. Judge scolds Justice Department for ‘profound investigative missteps’ in Comey case
The Justice Department engaged in a “disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps” in the process of securing an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, a federal judge ruled Monday in directing prosecutors to produce to defense lawyers all grand jury materials from the case.
6. Applications open for Tampa’s $2 million hurricane recovery program
Applications opened Monday morning for the new city program that awards up to $30,000 to eligible homeowners hit by Hurricane Helene or Hurricane Milton.
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Your Notes for Tonight and Tomorrow
TRAFFIC NOTE | A temporary closure of the southbound I-275 ramp (Exit 45B) to eastbound I-4 will happen from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., tomorrow through Thursday and again Sunday through next Tuesday, November 25. A detour will be in place. The ramp closure is necessary for crews to install temporary lighting for the Downtown Tampa Interchange (I-275/I-4) Safety and Operational Improvements project.
GAS PRICES UP | Florida gas prices are declining again after abruptly rising 12 cents early last week. The state average went from $2.84 per gallon on Monday to $2.96 on Wednesday. By Sunday, the state average was back down to $2.92 per gallon. That is 6.5 cents more than a week ago, 5 cents less than last month and 21 cents less than this time last year. To find the cheapest gas prices in the area, click here.
BOLTS THIS WEEK | The Tampa Bay Lightning play the second and third games of a three-game homestand this week. The Bolts, who have lost two of three, host the New Jersey Devils tomorrow night at Benchmark International Airport. The puck drops at 7 p.m. On Thursday, Tampa Bay welcomes the Edmonton Oilers, with a start time of 7:30 p.m.
HOLIDAY RECIPES | As the holiday season approaches, the festive aromas of classic favorites will soon fill the air. View our Holiday Recipe Guide for food ideas to add to your Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts this year, which includes traditional staples, Chef’s Kitchen recipes and how to prep and properly thaw a turkey.
National Notes
Tuesday, Nov. 17
President Trump hosts Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The visit marks the first foreign leader state visit to the U.S. in Trump’s second term. Trump visited Saudi Arabia in May, during which the two leaders signed a strategic economic partnership agreement
Bond hearing for suspect charged with starting Palisades fire
U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission releases 2025 Annual Report to Congress
World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. reveal nominees for the ’10 Worst Toys’ this holiday season
New ‘Wicked’ book published ahead of second film
Each year, over 600,000 visitors enjoy the Festival’s headline entertainment, youth livestock shows, exhibits of commerce and, of course, its strawberry shortcake. (Florida Strawberry Festival)
A Pinellas County man has made it his mission to lead a group of church volunteers to be a blessing to their community. Paul Mazzapica’s joyful spirit really shines as he leads his team.
He is this week’s Everyday Hero.