Good morning, Central Florida. Here’s what you need to know today.

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Though we had a nice reprieve on Thursday, colder air is set to return to Central Florida behind the latest front. This system is responsible for early rain, but skies will gradually clear as drier air works in; highs will only be around 60 followed by lows in the 30s tonight. 

You’ll want the winter layers again for Friday as we wake up to 30s with feels-like temperatures in the 20s, and highs will be more than 10 degrees below the average in the low 60s. This will be a short-lived cool-down however, as highs are slated to return to near 70 over the weekend as we continue to enjoy plenty of sun.

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Highs: Near 60

Lows: Upper 30s

Rain Coverage: 60% a.m.

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Around Central Florida

1. Susin warns of potential suspension, expulsion for Brevard County students participating in ICE walkout protests
The stakes have increased for Brevard County students planning to take part in a planned ICE walkout protest Friday after School Board Chair Matt Susin warned punishment could include expulsion for anyone who participates.

2. Orange County will cap number of ICE inmates housed at jail, Demings says
The county seeks to implement the changes March 1, according to Demings.

3. Prescribed burns lessen Brevard wildfire risks amid dry conditions
Prescribed burns eliminate fuel that otherwise would be consumed when fires are caused by nature or people.

4. Freeze costs Volusia fern farm a quarter of its crop
Mature ferns survived, but younger plants suffered the most damage.

5. Seminole County approves $1.05 million for affordable housing project in Sanford
The 146-unit development will serve low- to moderate-income households, with rents based on income.

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3. Lawmakers talk safety standards for autonomous vehicles

4. Washington Post cuts a third of its staff in a blow to a legendary news brand

Quote of the Day

Fans from across the globe, high-ranking government officials and, of course, some of the world’s most elite athletes are descending on Italy this week for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

The largest ever U.S. Winter Olympic team will seek to leave its mark on this year’s Games, with more than 230 American athletes, ranging from 15 years old to 54 and hailing from 32 states, set to compete in northern Italy over the next few weeks, according to Team USA. 

This year’s American squad will feature nearly 100 returning Olympians, 18 of which are champions. But it will also see new faces as several expected stars make their Olympic debuts.