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

It will be another warm and breezy day for Saturday under mostly sunny skies.

With a wind out of the east, highs will range from the low 80s in Polk County to the mid-80s in coastal counties just inland of the shore. 

We will remain mainly dry with comfortable humidity levels.

Lows will fall to the mid 60s around Tampa Bay, but it will be cooler north and inland as usual. 

Highs: 85

Lows: 64

Rain Coverage: 0%

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Today’s Big Stories

1. Artemis II mission to end as crew prepares for splashdown off California coast
After a 10-day trek to the moon and back, the four members of NASA’s Artemis II mission made history as the first humans to visit the moon on a flyby mission and travel the farthest from Earth. But like all journeys, it is time for them to come home in a planned splashdown on Friday night.

2. Manatee County leaders go to White House summit to share local solutions for addiction, homelessness
Two Manatee County leaders are taking their ideas from the local level to the national spotlight.

3. Universal Legacy Store to return, plus Five Guys and more new experiences at CityWalk
Universal Orlando on Friday announced that the iconic Universal Legacy Store is set to return soon, along with more new experiences for guests to look forward to at CityWalk.

4. Gas price spike pushes up inflation by most in four years in March
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, creating major challenges for the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve and heightening the political challenges of rising costs for the White House.

5. Last-minute tax help available as April 15 deadline approaches
The deadline to file taxes is April 15, and for those who still need assistance, the Internal Revenue Service is offering extra support this weekend. Its Tampa office will be open on Saturday with extended hours to provide in-person help for taxpayers.

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Your Notes for Tonight and Tomorrow

RAYS vs. YANKEES | The Tampa Bay Rays begin a three-game series tonight against the New York Yankees at Tropicana Field. The Rays are off to a 5-7 start this season. Steven Matz will get the start for Tampa Bay, with first pitch set for 7:10 p.m.

FOOD FESTIVAL | Florida Foodies Fest is launching a new, two-day culinary festival in St. Pete. The family friendly festival takes place Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the parking lot of the historic Derby Lane. For an On The Town preview, click here.

GASPARILLA MUSIC FEST | The event takes place today through Sunday at 101 S Meridian Ave. situated between the Water Street Tampa District, the Channel District and Ybor City. It will feature musical acts from a wide variety of genres on several stages and cuisine from the region’s top restaurants. For ticket and lineup info, click here.

One last ride in St. Pete for 96-year-old snowbird cyclist

A part-time Floridian, Aloysius Browne spends his time in the Sunshine State showing how it’s never too late to stay active.