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
Friday’s cold front will cool us down for Saturday morning. But the airmass isn’t terribly cold, it won’t last long.
By afternoon, we should be well into the 70s.
Another cool night Saturday night, then another nice day on Sunday.
The outlook for Christmas Day is for a morning low near 60 and a high near 80.
Highs: 77
Lows: 54
Rain Coverage: 0%
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Today’s Big Stories
1. After pause from storms, Treasure Island’s holiday lighted boat parade is back
After a difficult year rebuilding from the back-to-back hurricanes, Treasure Island’s holiday lighted boat parade is returning to the waters of Boca Ciega Bay tomorrow evening.
2. Pinellas military family serving vets during Season of Giving
A Pinellas County military family has dedicated their lives to service. The family patriarch, a World War II U.S. Navy veteran living at a Bay Pines VA assisted living facility, inspired his family to give back.
3. Man executed for killings of man, girlfriend during home invasion is Florida record 19th of year
A man convicted of fatally shooting a man and his girlfriend during a home invasion robbery was put to death Thursday evening in a record 19th execution in Florida this year.
4. Deputy AG says ‘several hundred thousand’ Epstein files to be released Friday, more over ‘next couple of weeks’
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said in a TV appearance this morning that the Justice Department will release “several hundred thousand documents” in its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein later in the day — as required by the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which was signed into law last month.
5. The Ursid meteor shower arrives, the last of 2025
It’s the final meteor shower of 2025. Here’s how best to view the Ursid meteor shower and when it will peak.
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Your Notes for Tonight and Tomorrow
TAMPA LANE CLOSURES | The center and outside eastbound lanes of East Hillsborough Avenue will be closed between North 30th Street and North 32nd Street while the Tampa Water Department repairs a water main break. Additionally, both northbound lanes of North 30th Street will be closed between East Giddens Avenue and East Hillsborough Avenue. The completion of the work with a return to normal traffic patterns is expected by Tuesday, Dec. 23 at 4 p.m. The Tampa Water Department may need to return at a later date to complete additional work.
LIGHTNING VS. HURRICANES | The Tampa Bay Lightning is scheduled to play Carolina Hurricanes in Tampa tomorrow night, following a 2-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings last night. The puck drops at 7 p.m.
ZEPHYRHILLS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST | The City of Zephyrhills and the Zephyrhills Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) are inviting photographers of all ages and skill levels to participate in the 2026 City of Zephyrhills Photo Contest, highlighting the local landmarks that make Zephyrhills unique. The contest encourages participants to capture the places, spaces and viewpoints that define the city. The submission deadline is Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. For full contest details, visit www.zephyrhills.gov or email the City of Zephyrhills Public Information Office at pio@zephyrhills.gov
HOLIDAY EVENTS, ATTRACTIONS | The holiday season is in full swing, which means there are plenty of festive events across Tampa Bay and Orlando for people of all ages to enjoy. From theme parks to zoos and aquariums, many local attractions have much to offer.
St. Augustine is glowing once again as the beloved Nights of Lights celebration returns for the 2025 holiday season, transforming the historic city into a sparkling winter wonderland.
The 32-year tradition gives visitors and locals a ride in the old town trolley, and a chance to view the seasonal attractions millions of lights for the holiday season.