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

It will be a frosty start on Saturday with temperatures in the 20s and 30s.

But by afternoon, we should get into the lower 60s briefly.

There will still be a chill with a northeast wind at 10-15 mph.

Small craft should use caution on Tampa Bay. Remember, water temperatures are in the 50s.

The weekend will be mostly sunny and milder.

Highs: 62 Lows: 38 Rain Coverage: 0%

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Today's Big Stories

1. Gasparilla 2025: A landlubber's list of what to expect
It's time again to get decked out in your best pirate gear as Gasparilla invades Tampa Bay, with the main pirate fest tomorrow. See the parade route, event times, locations and more.

• Elaborate safety plan in place for cold Gasparilla

2. Trump suggests 'getting rid of FEMA' in visit to hurricane-ravaged North Carolina
President Donald Trump today teased that a major overhaul of the way the nation responds to natural disasters is in the works, as he traveled to hurricane-ravaged North Carolina on his first trip since being sworn in. 

3. Hillsborough teachers honored at Excellence in Education awards
A Leto High School history teacher is Hillsborough County's Teacher of the Year.

4. Deputies: Man arrested after attacking arson investigator at Seffner fire
One person was arrested early today for attacking an investigator responding after a house fire in Seffner.

5. Brush fire spreads to 4,250 acres near U.S.-Mexico border in San Diego County
A brush fire in San Diego County spread to 4,250 acres today and is 10% contained, according to Cal Fire.

6. Only in Florida: Watch for falling iguanas this winter
With colder air across much of the U.S., including Florida, there’s one hazard you may not have considered: falling iguanas. 

Your Notes for Tonight and Tomorrow

• BOLTS IN CHICAGO | The Tampa Bay Lightning, coming off two straight losses to start their current road trip, have a matchup tonight with the Chicago Blackhawks. The Bolts will enter play with 53 points, good for third place in the Atlantic Division. Chicago, meanwhile, has just 34 points, last in the Central Division. The puck drop is set for 8 p.m.

• MANATEE LIBRARY REOPENING | Manatee County Public Library has announced Feb. 3 as the date for the reopening of the Central Library. The library has been closed since last year's hurricanes, and extensive repairs and improvements are underway and nearing completion. While the library will resume regular hours and programming, some schedules will flex and change due to construction and repair needs. For more information, visit visit mymanatee.org or call (941) 748-4501.

• COMPLIMENTARY BREWS | From now until January 31, SeaWorld Orlando guests over the age of 21 can enjoy one complimentary beer per visit at the Waterway Grill Patio. The draft will be available at the park daily from 11 a.m. until one hour before park closing. Discover more on SeaWorld Orlando's website. 

        
           NATIONAL NOTES        

          Saturday, Jan 25

• President Donald Trump holds rally in Las Vegas. Trump reportedly offers details of his plan to make tips federal tax-free- 3pm ET.
• Hamas releases four Israeli hostages in prisoner exchange
• Rolex 24-hour race at Daytona Speedway

           Sunday, Jan 26

• NFL Conference Championship Games; Washington Commanders @ Philadelphia Eagles (3:00 PM EST) in the NFC Championship game; and Buffalo Bills @ Kansas City Chiefs (5:30 PM CST) in the AFC Championship game * The Washington Commanders compete in their first NFC Championship game since 1992, the year they last won a Super Bowl. The Bills and Chiefs meet in the playoffs for the fourth time in the past five seasons. The Chiefs have won the previous three games.
• The Ohio State University and the Department of Athletics and Business Advancement will celebrate and recognize the 2024 Ohio State football team for winning the 2025 College Football Playoff national championship on Sunday, January 26^th at noon ET.
• Israeli president and Dem Sen. John Fetterman attend synagogue dedication in New York.
• Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire expires. 10pm ET