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

Your Weather Planner

Widespread cloud cover will remain overhead as we head through this evening and into the overnight hours.

A spotty shower or two cannot be ruled out as we head through tonight.

Deep moisture will begin to progress northward on our Thursday, keeping the better rain chances north of our area.

But widespread cloud cover will remain in place keeping much of Central Florida cloudy.

Highs will remain warm in the low and mid 80s area wide. 

Highs: Mid 80s

Lows: Mid 70s

Rain Coverage: 20%

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Today's Big Stories

1. Harris concedes the election to Trump, urges supporters not to be discouraged
In a speech, she told the crowd that she congratulated President-elect Donald Trump and emphasized her commitment to a peaceful transfer of power.

2. Florida voter turnout down from 2020 presidential election
Just less than 67% of the eligible voter population turned out to vote, down from 77% in 2020.

3. A change of State Attorney leadership and next steps in Monique Worrell's vindication journey
Since the governor removed her from office, it’s uncertain if he plans to do so again after her reelection.

4. Orange County voters pass rural boundary amendment by 73%
This means it will be tougher to develop areas within designated rural boundaries.

5. Weather experts blame Rafael for gloomy outlook ahead of SpaceX launch
SpaceX will attempt to get Falcon 9 off the ground at 7:39 p.m. ET, which is the end of the launch window.

Around Central Florida Tomorrow

  • Volusia County Fair: Bring your friends and family out and enjoy the 2024 Volusia County Fair. The opening ceremony will be at Center Circle at 7 p.m. tomorrow.
  • 23rd Annual Taste of Thornton Park: Enjoy a spectacular evening under the stars with tastings from local restaurants. We will be in the street (Hyer and Washington St.) at the beautiful 4 Rivers Fountain. Music will be presented by our local DJ.
  • Tony Hawk and J. Grant Brittain Moderated Event: Listen to a conversation between Tony and Grant recounting their 40 years of friendship and collaboration, with the opportunity to submit questions to be used during the Q&A portion of the program.

Beyond Central Florida

Thursday, Nov. 7

  • Federal Open Market Committee decision on interest rates
  • Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report - Initial Claims
  • Metro Home Prices
  • 20th annual New York Comedy Festival (NYCF), featuring over 200 comedians performing in over 100 shows at venues. 
  • Field of Remembrance opens at Westminster Abbey ahead of Remembrance Sunday.
  • New PlayStation 5 Pro console launches

Everyday Hero

Jeannie Harris lending hands helping hurricane victims

Following Hurricane Milton, volunteers with the American Red Cross Space Coast Chapter are working to provide meals people impacted at Allen Chapel AME Church in Daytona Beach.