Good morning, Tampa Bay. Here’s what you need to know today.

Your Weather Planner

Look for areas of fog again tonight with low temperatures in the mid 50s to low 60s.

After the fog lifts in the mid morning hours, the sky will become mostly sunny.

Highs in the afternoon should reach 80 degrees, but it will be cooler along the coast.

High: 80

Low: 62

Rain Coverage: 0%

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Around Tampa Bay

1. Lawmakers may spend more time in Tallahassee this year
Two special sessions may be needed as Florida Legislators look to pass big items the governor is pushing for.

2. New downtown Tampa apartments use smart design to make small spaces feel bigger
The developers say the building was designed specifically for renters who want downtown access without paying luxury tower prices.

3. Tampa not-for-profit a resource for the uninsured
Since 2015, Pioneer Medical Foundation has provided free medical and dental care, as well as other services, to people who are under or uninsured.

4. Florida AG accuses Winter Haven of not enforcing public sleeping law

In a letter sent to city officials, Attorney General James Uthmeier says Winter Haven is in violation of Florida law when it comes to restricting public camping and sleeping. 

5. Florida Aquarium transfers 9,000 baby coral reef
Scientists say Florida’s coral reef system is a huge asset to our state, and they hope to help restore at least 25% of the reefs in the Keys through projects like this.

Around the Nation

1. ICE agent shoots and kills woman during Minneapolis immigration crackdown

2. House to vote on extending enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies for 3 years

3. ‘Eat real food’: Trump administration urges protein, no added sugar in new federal dietary guidelines

4. Democrats react fiercely to escalating Greenland takeover talk as top Republicans take a cautious approach

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Quote of the Day

 

The Trump administration is urging Americans to prioritize protein and whole grains while avoiding highly processed foods and added sugar as part of a fresh set of dietary recommendations unveiled Wednesday.

The new federal dietary guidelines – which are required to be refreshed every five years – apply to the years 2025 to 2030 and, along with offering nutritional advice to all Americans, impact food programs connected to the federal government.