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
Our typical rainy season pattern will continue for the final weekend of July. Moisture has increased across the region and this will lead to a wider coverage of storms for both Saturday and Sunday.
It will not be a washout for your weekend, however, rain chances will increase by mid-afternoon. The best chance for storms will be across the interior and west of I-95. Rain chances will be lower at our east coast beaches.
Mornings will start out with plenty of sun before clouds build by the afternoon. Temperatures will heat back up into the low to mid-90s. The high humidity will push heat index values into the triple digits before the rain falls.
Any showers and storms will likely last until around sunset, which is still between 8 and 9 p.m. this time of the year.
Highs: Low to mid-90s Lows: Mid-70s Rain Coverage: 60% |
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Today's Big Stories
1. SpaceX to launch its first Starlink mission since receiving FAA clearance
SpaceX is ready to launch its Falcon 9 rocket again on Saturday after the Federal Aviation Administration grounded the famed fleet following an "anomaly" during an earlier Starlink launch in July.
2. Magic co-founder's life celebrated in a service at First Baptist Church
Central Florida said its final goodbyes Friday to the man who played a critical role in bringing the Magic and the NBA to Orlando, co-founder Pat Williams.
3. Harris launching weekend campaign blitz to mark 100 days until election
The campaign of Vice President Kamala Harris — the newest person to enter the presidential race — is launching a blitz of campaign events across the country, kicking off with an event in the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania featuring Gov. Josh Shapiro.
4. Netanyahu will meet Trump at Mar-a-Lago, mending a yearslong rift
The two men were to meet face-to-face for the first time in nearly four years in a test of whether their rocky relationship can be mended. Both have an interest in getting past their differences.
5. Health officials recall some Boar's Head deli meats amid listeria probe
U.S. health officials Friday announced a recall of some Boar's Head liverwurst and other deli meats as they investigate a listeria outbreak that has sickened nearly three dozen people and caused two deaths.
6. Paris Olympics begins with ambitious, sprawling opening ceremony on the River Seine
Celebrating its reputation as a cradle of revolution, Paris kicked off its first Summer Olympics in a century on Friday with a rule-breaking opening ceremony studded with stars and fantasy, showcasing the city's resilience as authorities dealt with suspected acts of sabotage that targeted France's flagship high-speed rail network.
Around Central Florida Tomorrow
- OVIEDO RIBBON CUTTING: The City of Oviedo will host a ribbon-cutting for the newly paved Boston Cemetery Road at 8:30 a.m. tomorrow. In 2021, a request was made to the city from Oviedo Citizens In Action and the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church to pave the road that leads into the cemetery off Alexandria Boulevard. The area was previously under the jurisdiction of Seminole County and had to go through an annexation process by the city.
- ELF SCAVENGER HUNT: Saturday will be the last chance for you to complete the elf scavenger hunt during the Christmas in July shop small event in Ormond Beach. Local shops, restaurants, and galleries offer special promotions and discounts, and over 20 participating businesses have hidden elves in their locations. Collect at least six stamps or signatures on your scavenger hunt map and make at least one purchase to enter the grand prize drawing.
- FRIDAY NIGHT SOCCER: Orlando City will play CF Montreal in a Leagues Cup game tomorrow at 8 p.m. at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando. The MLS and NWSL are on break for the Olympics, so matchups have been created for teams to play outside of league action.
Beyond Central Florida
Saturday, July 27
- Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris attends campaign fundraising event in Pittsfield, MA.
- Bitcoin Conference, featuring keynote address from Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump.
- Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump and his running mate Sen. JD Vance deliver remarks at a campaign rally in St. Cloud, MN 8pm
- Paris 2024 Olympic Games continues with day one. In swimming, Katie Ledecky competes in the women's 400m freestyle against Australia's defending champion Ariarne Titmus, Canada's 17-year-old world record-holder Summer McIntosh, and New Zealand's Erika Fairweather.
- Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump attends campaign fundraising reception in Deal, NJ
- 100 days until the presidential election, held 5 Nov.
- Russian Navy Day, when the country shows off its latest state-of-the-art warships, weaponry, and aircraft. Typically, a two-hour procession sees the battleships sail along the Neva River in St. Petersburg and the Port of Kronstadt. President Vladimir Putin traditionally attends.
- Paris 2024 Olympic Games continues with day two. In the pool, four-time Olympic gold medalist Ryan Murphy goes in the heats of the men's 100m backstroke. The U.S. team features in the women's gymnastics qualification led by seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles, who is competing in her third Olympic Games.
Sunday, July 28
Florida on a Tankful
Sit in your favorite movie vehicle at Orlando Auto Museum
The Orlando Auto Museum, located at Dezerland Park, is the home to thousands of celebrity, military, historical and movie vehicles.
Guests to the museum, located along International Drive, can walk through the facility at their own pace and see in person 2,000 cars.