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

High pressure will offer a stretch of favorable pre-holiday travel weather across much of the Sunshine State as we get closer to Thanksgiving. More sunshine is in store for tomorrow with highs peaking in the upper 70s to near 80.

A warming trend will continue for the next few days with highs topping 80 degrees for Wednesday and Thanksgiving. A weak front will drop in by Friday with a few passing showers followed by more cool and dry weather for the weekend after the holiday.

Highs: Upper 70s Lows: Low 50s Rain Coverage: 0%

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Today's Big Stories

1. Judge sentences Susan Lorincz to 25 years in the death of her neighbor
Susan Lorincz was found guilty of manslaughter in the death of her neighbor Ajike “Aj” Owens.

2. Hotelier and philanthropist Harris Rosen passes away at 85
Rosen bought a 253-room Quality Inn on International Drive in 1973, launched the Rosen Plaza in 1991. He expanded his hospitality empire to more than 6,300 rooms.

3. FEMA extends deadline to file claims for hurricanes Helene, Milton
If your property sustained damage from the hurricanes, here's what you need to know about applying for financial relief.

• FEMA Disaster Recovery Center returning to Daytona Beach this weekend
• Florida Politics: Ashley Moody, Vern Buchanan demand more answers behind FEMA discrimination against hurricane victims

4. Special counsel moves to dismiss election interference case against Trump
In court papers, prosecutors said the Justice Department's position "is that the Constitution requires that this case be dismissed before the defendant is inaugurated.”

5. Biden pardons two Minnesota turkeys, Peach and Blossom, ahead of Thanksgiving, in last time leading holiday tradition as president
The tradition – which has roots dating back to the Civil War but is believed to have begun in earnest in 1947 and cemented during George H.W. Bush’s presidency – is typically filled with a lighthearted spirit and a fair share of jokes. This year was no exception. 

6. Active weather pattern could impact Thanksgiving travel this week
Here's a day-by-day nationwide breakdown of what to expect if you're heading out of town for Thanksgiving.

• AAA predicts 4.1 million Floridians to drive for Thanksgiving as gas prices rise
• DOT’s automatic refund rule in effect for first time this holiday travel season

More Things to Know

• A Celtic Christmas at the Dr. Phillips Center | Watch world Irish dance champions from the West End's Lord of the Dance and Riverdance join award-winning musicians to deliver a heartwarming performance that will leave your feet tapping, eyes shining and your soul wanting more.


• Savannah Ghost Pirates @ Orlando Solar Bears | Experience the chilling excitement of Solar Bears hockey live! Watch the Orlando Solar Bears go head-to-head with the Savannah Ghost Pirates at Kia Center tomorrow at 7 p.m.


• Winter Park Village Fall Music Festival: Get ready to groove at Winter Park Village's Fall Music Festival! Every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m., head down for live music from the best local artists.