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.
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We can almost cut and paste our forecast each day right into the first part of next week, as our pattern remains locked.
Enjoy another mostly sunny day on Thursday with highs in the mid-80s.
Highs: Middle 80s Lows: Near 60 Rain Coverage: 0%
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Today's Big Stories
1. Kissimmee man charged with 1st-degree murder in death of 13-year-old Madeline Soto
Stephan Michael Sterns, 37, was already in jail on dozens of counts of sexual battery of a child, molestation and possession of child pornography
2. Biden signs Ukraine, Israel aid bill into law: 'It’s going to make America safer'
The bill passed the Senate Tuesday night in a 79-18 vote after the House cleared the legislation.
3. Florida health care providers adjust to largest U.S. drug shortage list in recorded history
The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists reports that there is a shortage of 323 different drugs.
4. Dairy cattle must be tested for bird flu before moving between states, agriculture officials say
Health officials said they detected inactivated remnants of the virus in samples of milk during processing, after retail sale this week.
5. New Orange County data shows 'alarming challenges' to access early childhood education
Data shows “chronically low teacher salaries and competition from other employers” has led to a shortage of teachers.
6. Airlines need to issue automatic refunds for delayed, canceled flights under new DOT rule
The rule also requires airlines to be more transparent about fees for bags, selecct seats and other amenities before a ticket is booked.
Looking Ahead to Tomorrow
- Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game 3: Down 0-2 in the series, the Magic look to rebound at home where they were 29-11 in the regular season.
- 16th Annual Winter Park Paint Out: Twenty-four professionally-acclaimed plein air artists will paint at the Polasek Museum and at other locations throughout Winter Park and Orlando. FREE Admission to the Gallery and Gardens all week!
- Mrs. Doubtfire at the Dr. Phillips Center: Everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Orlando in an internationally acclaimed new hit musical. Shows run through April 28.
Beyond Central Florida
Thursday, April 25
- U.S. Supreme Court hears Trump immunity claim
- Biden attends campaign fundraiser in New York
- FCC votes to reinstate net neutrality at monthly meeting
- Latin American Music Awards
- Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report - Initial Claims
Attractions Insider
SeaWorld Orlando to celebrate Cinco de Mayo during Seven Seas Festival
SeaWorld Orlando guests can experience the sprit of Mexico as the park transforms into a fiesta for Cinco de Mayo during their Seven Seas Festival.
The celebration will be held on select dates between Apr. 25 - May 5.