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Friday will start cold, with temperatures in the 30s to near 40.

A northwest wind at 10-15 mph will make it feel even colder.

At least it will be drier, the rain should move east of the area by morning.

Temperatures will struggle to get out of the low to mid 50s again during the day.

With clearing and lighter winds, it will be colder on Friday night into Saturday morning. Some upper 20s are possible in our northern counties with 30s around most of the Tampa Bay area early Saturday.

Highs: 52

Lows: 36

Rain Coverage: 0%

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Around Tampa Bay

1. Hillsborough County sheriff talks safety, staying warm at Gasparilla
The Gasparilla Pirate Fest is just days away, and even though it's going to be a cold celebration, there are sure to be plenty of people in Tampa celebrating.

2. Florida lawmakers react to incoming changes to federal immigration policy
As President Donald Trump rolls out executive orders on immigration, Congress passes tougher measures of its own. 

3. Manatee County bee farmer says cold weather nationwide has reduced hive growth
Manatee County is experiencing unseasonably low temperatures that are raising concerns for local beekeepers.

4. Hillsborough County officials introduce new and improved New Tampa park
A massive new park is now open in New Tampa, and officials say it’s been quite the journey to get to this opening.

5. Bayfront Hospital wants to dig water wells after Hurricane Milton
Bayfront Hospital in St. Pete wants to protect the facility’s water supply from hurricanes by installing wells on the property after Milton.

Around the Nation

1. Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship

2. More Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week, continuing claims highest in 3 years

3. FWC officers rescue 30 sea turtles from the frigid Gulf waters

4. 'Emilia Pérez' leads Oscar nominations with 13, setting record for a non-English language film

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