Good evening, Central New York. We’re wrapping up the day for you with the most important stories you need to know and your weather outlook.

Your Weather Planner

Our unsettled pattern will continue into Tuesday. A front stalling out nearby will keep rain chances in the forecast.

We will also watch for the potential of maybe an isolated strong to severe storm on Tuesday. The primary hazard would be gusty winds.

Otherwise, looking at periods of steady rainfall. It could add up to more than an inch in spots between Tuesday and early Wednesday.

Temperatures will be well above normal for mid-April. A typical high temperature is in the lower 50s; most of Central New York will be feeling temperatures in the 60s across the North Country with highs in the mid to upper 70s around Syracuse and into the Southern Tier.

Rain chances will continue into Wednesday with temperatures in the 50s for lows, with highs in the 60s and 70s.

Tomorrow’s Forecast

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Today’s Big Stories

1. Fulton residents can have say on school budget shortfall Thursday

Another local school district is grappling with budget issues, as Fulton city school officials are staring down a $5 million shortfall. On Thursday, district residents have an opportunity to speak publicly about it.

2. I-690 lane closures to affect Onondaga County traffic this week

One lane is closed on the highway eastbound Monday between exits 9 and 11; that runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and crews will be out working on overhead signs in the area.

3. Rochester fighters turn loss into a message in the ring

Rochester’s first championship boxing event since 1995 brings fighters from across New York State to Blue Cross Arena on April 25 under the message “Gloves Up, Guns Down.”

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. U.S. military poised to blockade Iranian ports, while Tehran threatens ports in the Mideast

The U.S. military vowed to blockade all Iranian ports starting Monday, part of efforts to force Tehran into agreeing to open the crucial Strait of Hormuz and accepting a peace deal. Iran responded with threats on all ports in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, taking aim at U.S.-allied countries.

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Syracuse spring football game gives fans a taste of what’s to come

The roster was divided into two teams, Orange and Blue, via a draft on Friday night to set up the matchup on Saturday, following three weeks of spring practice. But some notable names were inactive, like Steve Angeli and Calvin Russell, as well as Chris Peal, Demetres Samuel Jr. and Antoine Deslauriers.