Good morning, Tampa Bay. Here's what you need to know today.
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The drier air is finally gone and we're back to our more normal rainy season pattern.
Scattered storms will start in coastal areas Wednesday, then scattered in all directions after that.
Coverage will be at 60 percent, the highest we've seen since last week.
Therefore that will keep our high temperatures in the low 90s.
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Highs: Low 90s Lows: 70s Rain Coverage: 60% |
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Around Tampa Bay
1. With 600+ vacancies, Hillsborough Schools and teachers can't agree on pay
Hillsborough teachers returned to the classroom this week, but its still unclear exactly what their salary will be.
2. Tenants' bill of rights gets OK from Pinellas County commissioners
Tenants living in Pinellas County are going to have some added protections when renting property after the county commissioners approved an ordinance that gives renters a “bill of rights” when leasing in the county.
3. School safety takes center stage at meetings
Tampa police, school officials and community partners are meeting Tuesday to discuss school safety and active shooter response.
4. Pasco voters to vote on referendum to pay for raises for teachers and staff on Aug. 23
Saying that they urgently need the additional funding to maintain competitive salaries for schoolteachers, bus drivers and other support staff, the Pasco County School District has placed a property tax referendum on the Aug. 23 ballot.
5. PCSO deputies help dozens of baby sea turtles at S. Pete Beach find their way home
Dozens of baby sea turtles were rescued by Sergeant Mackesy, Deputy Lopez and Deputy Wheeler of the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) early Tuesday morning.
6. PODCAST | School bus driver shortage: One neighborhood's story
An ongoing shortage of bus drivers has created a ripple effect of issues for school districts across the Bay area.
Around the Nation
1. Doctor: Biden still testing positive, sees 'return of loose cough'
2. House Speaker Pelosi lands in Taiwan despite China's threat of 'serious consequences'
3. Norman says Tiger Woods turned down $700-800M Saudi offer
4. Grieving father erupts at Parkland school shooter's trial
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