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

Your Weather Planner

Another chilly and dry night for central Florida. Clouds will decrease into the night with mostly clear skies. This will allow for temperatures to drop back into the 40s and low 50s.

Another cold front to move through Thursday morning. Expect dry weather as the front moves through with mostly sunny skies.

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Highs: 60s

Lows: Lower 50s

Rain Coverage: 0%

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Today’s Big Stories

1. OCPS considers closing 7 schools due to drop in enrollment
This year alone, OCPS officials say they’ve lost more than 5,500 students compared to the year before.

2. DeSantis unveils plan to spend $117 billion in final budget proposal
The plan would represent a $2.2 billion increase from last year’s proposal.

3. Federal Reserve approves third rate cut of 2025, cautions about ‘uncertainty’ in economic outlook
It brings the Fed’s key rate down to range of 3.5%-3.75%, the lowest it has been in about three years.

4. Trump says U.S. has seized oil tanker off coast of Venezuela
Trump said “other things are happening,” but did not offer additional details, saying he would speak more about it later.

5. Trump Administration announces new rule requiring all foreign tourists to submit social media history
Potential entrants into the United States would be required to submit social media information for the past five years.

6. FDOT plans to smooth out I-95 in Titusville next year
While the project is expected to start soon, it won’t be completed until spring 2027.

7. Powerball at $930 million, seventh-largest in game history; next draw tonight
If it is won and the winner takes the lump sum, the prize would be $429 million.

Happening Around Town

North Shore Birding Festival
Dec. 11 to 15 | Times Vary | Participate in field trips on the Lake Apopka North Shore property and other Central Florida sites. Over 370 species of birds have been sighted on the Lake Apopka North Shore, more than any inland site in the U.S., including the Everglades.

John Mulaney: Mister Whatever
Dec. 10 & 11 | 8 p.m. | Watch Emmy Award-winning stand-up comedian sling all-new hilarity in his latest tour. From his writing on Saturday Night Live to his many televised specials, this stand-up king is one of the most celebrated voices in comedy today.

Chef’s Kitchen

Rock ‘N Rev’s name name alludes to an all-American vibe, something a Miami-born guy says he’s more than equipped to pull off.

Chef’s goal here is to elevate the dining atmosphere in Ocoee. He’s well-traveled, about to show off his Shrimp Andouille Etouffee and Grits.