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

Daily summertime storms will continue tomorrow before drier air lowers the chance for rain over the weekend.

Temperatures in the morning will start out in the low to mid-70s. It will be dry to start with a mix of sun and clouds.

Storm chances will increase by early afternoon. It could be another active for storms with the highest rain chances west of I-95.

Any storms that develop will taper by sunset on Friday evening. 

Highs: Low to Mid-90s

Lows: Mid-70s

Rain Coverage: 50% 

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Today's Big Stories

1. Central Floridians with ties to the Middle East react to conflict between Israel and Iran
An Israeli-American who fought in Gaza. An Iranian-American with family in Tehran. They're both in Central Florida now, watching a war unfold.

2. NASA and Axiom Space plan to launch the Ax-4 mission this weekend
Last week, NASA and Axiom Space announced the postponement of Ax-4 due to leaks in the Russian section of the International Space Station.

3. DHS changes guidance on Congress visits to ICE facilities, wants 72 hours' notice
It follows a series of high-profile and at times physical incidents in recent weeks involving lawmakers, the Trump administration and immigration officers. 

4. Florida considers out-of-state tuition hike
Florida is home to the third lowest out-of-state tuition cost, according to the Board of Governors.

5. Lake County looks to reduce congestion without adding lanes
Right now, there are five state roadways that intersect with Lake County roads..

Happening Around Central Florida

 

Feeding a Need

Orlando groups working to curb food insecurity through a community garden

Two local farming facilities say they’re working to fight food insecurity and grow access to nutritious foods people can afford.