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

Tuesday morning will be mostly clear with some areas of fog. Lows will be in the 50s to 60s.

The warm and dry pattern remains in place.

High temperatures will climb into the mid to upper 80s Tuesday afternoon with an east wind 5 to 15 mph.

Highs: 88

Lows: 65

Rain Coverage: 0%

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Today’s Big Stories

1. Bob Buckhorn, former Tampa mayor, files to regain the office
Bob Buckhorn filed his paperwork to enter the race on Monday. He previously served as mayor from 2011 to 2019.

2. As St. Pete’s budget comes together, residents have a chance to speak up
Residents have the chance Monday night to weigh in on what they would like to see prioritized in the city of St. Petersburg’s fiscal year 2027 budget.

3. Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo returns Tuesday
Returning for its 52nd year, this expo features all sorts of planes, airshows, workshops and more. This year, there’s a special plane that took three years of collaboration with NASA to get it there. 

4. Gas prices expected to rise again this week, analyst says
Gas prices could see another jolt this week following the announcement of a new U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz that is supposed to begin Monday, an industry analyst said.

5. Municipal elections Tuesday across Pasco County
Tuesday is Election Day in Pasco County. A variety of municipal elections will be held across the county in the following communities: Dade City, Port Richey, New Port Richey and St. Leo.

6. Clearwater neighbor raises safety concerns at Countryside Boulevard and Belcher Road
A busy intersection in Pinellas County has some drivers worried about safety. They say the setup at Belcher Road and Countryside Boulevard in Clearwater can be confusing and lead to crashes.

7. Rising energy costs push more Florida homeowners toward solar to cut long-term expenses
As energy prices continue to climb, more Florida homeowners are turning to solar power as a way to reduce long-term costs and gain more control over their monthly bills.

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Your Notes for Tonight and Tomorrow

RAYS HIT THE ROAD | The Tampa Bay Rays, fresh off a three-game sweep of the New York Yankees at Tropicana Field, visit Chicago tonight for the first of a three-game series against the White Sox. Shane McClanahan gets the start for Tampa, with first pitch set for 7:40 p.m.

TAMPA TRAFFIC | All lanes of North Habana Avenue, including the sidewalk, are closed between West Dewey Street and West Leroy Street while the Tampa Water Department repairs a water main break. Barricades and signs are located in the area to assist with traffic flow. The completion of the work with a return to normal traffic patterns is expected by 4:30 p.m. Friday.

ATTRACTIONS | Disney World’s 2026 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival is in full bloom. The vibrant festival runs through June 1. Attendees can enjoy character-themed topiaries, live entertainment and garden-inspired food and beverages at the popular event.

National Notes

Tuesday, April 14

House Oversight Committee Dems hold shadow field hearing on Epstein investigation
Vice President Vance speaks at Turning Point USA tour stop in Georgia

Polk County resident Sue Finsterle has spent countless hours creating a small museum of artifacts and memorabilia at the American Red Cross in Winter Haven. (Spectrum News)

A Polk County woman discovered some hidden treasures when she decided to volunteer for the Mid Florida Chapter of the American Red Cross in Winter Haven.

Sue Finsterle ended up spending hundreds of hours to turn her discoveries into a small museum.