Tallahassee Reports<\/p>\n
Tuesday, August 4, 2026<\/p>\n
Weather: Today, showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 4pm and 5pm with a high near 92. Tonight, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. with a low around 73. Wednesday, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 3pm and 5pm with a high near 92. Wednesday night, partly cloudy, with a low around 73. NWS<\/a><\/p>\n US stock markets close higher (S&P 500 +1.5%, Dow +1.3%, Nasdaq +2.1%); Dow hits record as Big Tech stocks rise and oil prices fall (More<\/a>).<\/p>\n Local & State News<\/p>\n The Leon County School District is planning major capital projects totaling $183.5 million over the next five years, with the largest investments concentrated at Augusta Raa Middle School, Elizabeth Cobb Middle School, John G. Riley Elementary School and Griffin Middle School. Details.<\/a><\/p>\n Public safety groups are warning voters about the property tax cut amendment that will appear on ballots this November. Details<\/a><\/p>\n National News<\/p>\n