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Those who don't like the early-April heat will be pleased with Tuesday's forecast as we drop back to the mid-70s for highs behind the latest front.
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Around Central Florida
1. Florida wins its third national title, rallying for 65-63 victory
Florida and Walter Clayton Jr. somehow overcame Houston’s spirit-crushing defense Monday night to will out a 65-63 victory in an NCAA title-game thriller not decided until Clayton’s own D stopped the Cougars from taking a game-winning shot at the buzzer.
2. All Florida employers may soon be required to use E-Verify
Florida law currently only requires the program for employers with 25 or more employees.
3. Fuel terminal proposal divides Palm Coast community
Belvedere Terminals is looking to build near the city’s utility plant off of U.S. 1 after plans in Ormond Beach fell through.
4. Florida-based financial advisor, investor weigh in on volatile stock market
Financial advisors are urging investors not to panic, and their advice differs depending on the investor’s age bracket.
5. First Project Kuiper launch set for Wednesday
Kuiper is following their rival Starlink’s lead by building its own array of satellites aimed at providing affordable, fast and reliable internet service to global communities who otherwise would go without.
6. Toho Water Authority holds first fluoride meeting in Osceola County
Toho Water Authority leaders held the first of four community meetings Monday to discuss the fluoridation of water in Osceola County.
Around the Nation
1. RFK Jr. says he plans to tell CDC to stop recommending fluoride in drinking water
2. U.S. bishops halt partnerships with federal government on aid programs, citing funding cuts
4. Will new Mega Millions odds make you a jackpot winner? Don't get your hopes up
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Quote of the Day
U.S. stocks careened through a manic Monday after President Donald Trump threatened to crank his tariffs higher, despite a stunning display showing how dearly Wall Street wants him to do the opposite.
The S&P 500 slipped 0.2% at the end of a day full of heart-racing reversals as battered financial markets try to figure out what Trump's ultimate goal is for his trade war. If it's to get other countries to agree to trade deals, he could lower his tariffs and avoid a possible recession. But if it's to remake the economy and stick with tariffs for the long haul, stock prices may need to fall further.
