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

A few showers and storms will be possible tomorrow. However, the coverage will be low and most neighborhoods will stay rain-free.

The best chance for rain will be between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. west of I-95. Otherwise, expect a mix of sun and clouds with highs around 90.

Highs: Lower 90s

Lows: Mid-70s

Rain Coverage: 30%

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Tracking the Tropics

 

Today's Big Stories

1. Officers find student with gun at Ocoee High School
Officers at Ocoee High School found a student on school property with the lower half of a gun, an extended magazine, and other contraband after receiving a tip.

2. Wall Street leaps toward records as jubilation sweeps markets
Wall Street is roaring toward records Thursday as a delayed reaction of jubilation sweeps markets worldwide following the Federal Reserve's big cut to interest rates.

3. Poll: Voters view Harris more favorably as she settles into role atop Democratic ticket
Until recently, Lillian Dunsmuir of Bullhead City, Arizona, "didn't really think about" Kamala Harris and had no opinion of the vice president. But now she likes what she's seeing.

4. Biden, Harris to meet with Zelenskyy at the White House next week; Ukrainian leader will also meet with Trump
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will both meet separately with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House next week, press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre announced.

5. Hezbollah leader says pager attack crossed a 'red line'
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah said the mass bombing attack in Lebanon on the group's communications devices was a "severe blow" and said Israel had crossed a "red line." 

6. Pygmy hippo Moo Deng is so adored she may get her own patent
Only a month after Thailand's adorable baby hippo Moo Deng was unveiled on Facebook, her fame became unstoppable both domestically and internationally.

Around Central Florida Tomorrow

  • Harvest Holler Corn Maze: We offer families the ability to see and experience a real working family farm with animals, activities and of course, the Corn Maze! Harvest Holler is a place where you can explore nature, have adventures outside and unplugged. Relax and enjoy the slow-paced farm life: Sit on a hay bale, drink some true southern sweet tea or lemonade and relish the time with your family. Maw-Maw’s Country store has some of the most amazing cobblers you have ever tasted and Paw-Paw’s Vittles features true country eats that will remind you of time at the County Fair. Fun for all ages. Come see us and have an a-MAZE-ing time!
  • Lake Nona Hispanic Heritage Festival 2024: Join us on September 14th from 3 pm to 8 pm for the Hispanic Heritage Food Festival featuring Live Music, Dancers, Food Trucks, and more. The event is an Indoor/Outdoor Event.

Beyond Central Florida

Friday, Sept 20

  • Monthly State Employment and Unemployment Report
  • Former President Barack Obama headlines a campaign fundraiser in Los Angeles, on behalf of Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris. Fundraiser is hosted by former U.S. Ambassador to Spain James Costos and designer Michael Smith. Funds benefit the Harris Victory Fund, a joint committee for Harris' campaign, the Democratic National Committee, and state parties
  • Early in-person, or absentee, voting begins in select states ahead of the 5 Nov general election. States beginning voting today are Minnesota, South Dakota, and Virginia
  • Alzheimer's Disease International launches its annual World Alzheimer Report ahead of World Alzheimer's Day tomorrow
  • Apple's new iPhones - the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max - are available following their launch last week * The Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4 and AirPods Max are also available
  • iHeartRadio Music Festival hosted by Ryan Seacrest. Performers include A$AP Rocky, Big Sean, Camila Cabello, Doja Cat, Dua Lipa, Gwen Stefani, Halsey, Hozier, Keith Urban, New Kids on the Block, Paramore, Shaboozey, The Black Crowes, The Weeknd, Thomas Rhett, Victoria Monét and a special appearance by Coldplay's Chris Martin
  • Eagles begin residency in Las Vegas at Sphere * Further shows include 21, 27, 28 Sep, 11, 12, 18, 19 Oct ,1, 2, 8, 9 Nov, 6, 7, 13 14 Dec and 17, 18, 24 and 25 Jan

Attractions Insider

SeaWorld’s Arctic flying theater to open in 2025

SeaWorld Orlando unveiled plans on Thursday for its new attraction, an immersive Arctic flying theater, which is set to open spring 2025.

Park officials say it’s the world’s first-of-its-kind Arctic flying theater, where guests can “soar over icy landscapes, dive beneath frozen waters and come face-to-face with some of the planet’s most magnificent creatures” which include beluga whales, orcas and walruses. Riders can also get a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis and remote parts of the Arctic.