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
More heat and humidity will be in place for Wednesday.
High temperatures will be in the upper 80s at the beaches but most of the area will reach the low to mid 90s.
The heat index will be between 100-105 during the afternoon so if you work outside, be sure to drink plenty of water and take frequent breaks.
There remains a very low chance of isolated showers or a thunderstorm, especially inland.
Cooling off at the pool, beach or on the boat will be a good idea again with a west/southwest wind around 10 mph.
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Today's Big Stories
1. Live Updates: Trump pleads not guilty to 37 felony charges in classified documents case
Former President Donald Trump appeared before a federal judge in Miami on charges related to mishandling of classified documents.
2. USF approves plan on $340 million on-campus stadium
University of South Florida officials have approved a budget plan for an on-campus football stadium. Plans call for a 35,000-seat stadium at a cost of $340 million to open in 2026
3. After debt limit fight, Congress starts debating annual defense bill
After a tough fight over raising the country’s debt limit – one which is still showing signs of fallout for House Republican leadership – members of Congress are starting to focus on the next spending battle: the annual defense budget.
4. U.S. consumer price growth slowed last month, though underlying inflation measures stayed high
Consumer prices in the United States cooled last month, rising just 0.1% from April to May and extending the past year's steady easing of inflation. At the same time, some measures of underlying price pressures remained high.
5. Clearwater Fire & Rescue to educate youth during interactive summer camp
Kids who are interested in learning about what it takes to be a lifeguard will be able to do so at Clearwater Fire & Rescue's Lifeguard Summer Camp this week.
6. 'Avatar 3' pushed to 2025 and Disney sets two 'Star Wars' films for 2026
Avatar: The Way of Water" may have finally arrived in theaters in 2022, but that long parade of "Avatar" delays isn't done, yet.
7. Tampa Bay Times: Tampa Bay rents have shot up. Why have apartments gotten so expensive?
The Tampa Bay area has gone from a hidden gem to one of the hottest destinations in the country. But as more people have moved here, rent has increased consistently. Since 2018, rent has spiked 38% in Tampa and 36% in St. Petersburg according to data from the real estate firm CoStar.
Your Notes for Tonight and Tomorrow
- RAYS VS. ATHLETICS GAME 2: The Tampa Bay Rays look to even out their three-game series against the Oakland Athletics at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Tonight's matchup is the fifth time these teams match up this season. The Rays hold a 3-1 advantage in the season series. First pitch is at 9:40 p.m.
- POLK COUNTY ROAD REOPENED: Polk County officials have reopened Scott Lake Road today. The road, between Fitzgerald Road and Old Scott Lake Road, was closed to through traffic since last Friday while contractors repaired a sinkhole that opened near the road last week.
- DOG SHOW: The American Kennel Club will be hosting an all-breed dog show kicking off Wednesday, June 14 - Sunday, June 18 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Tomorrow's show will be featuring the Sarasota Kennel Club. The event will be held at the Florida State Fairgrounds. Get details on tickets and parking on the fairgrounds' website.
NATIONAL NOTES
Wednesday, June 14
- Federal Open Market Committee decision on interest rates
- Annual Congressional Baseball Game for Charity - annual game which sees Democrats face Republicans, with funds raised going to charities.
- Court hearing for man charged with attacking Paul Pelosi with hammer noon-ET.
A+ Teacher:
Behavioral health teacher helps raise over 100k for Nina Harris ESE
Jacquie Grimes is a behavioral specialist at Nina Harris Exceptional Student Education Center.