Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team.
Today is Tuesday, and if you were up early this morning, you may have caught a glimpse of the 'blood moon' before the sun came up. While Tampa was not the ideal spot for catching a glimpse of the total lunar eclipse due to the short viewing window, plenty of Tampa Bay locals got up before the sun to see the rare event.
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News to Know
- The Latest: Trump says Iran war could last weeks as Netanyahu defends decision to attack: As the war in the Middle East intensifies, U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. has “the capability to go far longer" than its projected four-to-five-week time frame for its military operations against Iran.
Bartow commissioners reject 2,245-home development in unanimous vote: Tampa Bay 28's Chad Mills was at the city commission meeting on Monday, where commissioners voted down the controversial proposal to build more than 2,200 homes along Highway 60.
WFTS- New Port Richey free senior clinic faces eviction from city-owned building: Grace Whitfield told reporter Erik Waxler the clinic is essential for people like her who do not have insurance.
- ‘We’ve really lost the plot’: Florida session could drag into overtime again: Florida lawmakers are running out of time, and capital reporter Forrest Saunders breaks down the mounting signs that they could once again blow past their 60-day deadline as budget negotiations lag and major priorities stall.
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Today's Weather Outlook
Mild and foggy morning. Meteorologist Ally Blake says we'll get a taste of summer this afternoon as temps climb into the 80s.
Watch the One Minute Weather Forecast with Meteorologist Ally Blake:
Here are the current traffic conditions across Tampa Bay
Susan Solves It
Insuring a teen driver in Florida can cost more than a high-risk driver, and one key question can help parents avoid unnecessary premium hikes. Tampa Bay 28 Reporter Susan El Khoury advises parents to ask their insurance carrier how it assigns risk to avoid inflated teen-driver premiums.
Bolts look to turn losing streak around in Minnesota
Despite entering the break on a high-scoring win streak, Tampa Bay has lost two of its first three games since the team got back on the ice.
The Bolts are riding a two-game losing streak for the first time since December, but they'll look to get back into the win column tonight when they hit the road to take on the Minnesota Wild.
The puck drops at the Grand Casino Arena at 9:30 p.m.
Pre-game coverage is on The Spot - Tampa Bay 66. This is a nationally televised game. For details on how to watch, click here.
Things to Do this Tuesday, March 3
- Enjoy the Florida Strawberry Festival with fresh strawberries, live entertainment, and agricultural exhibits.
- When: 10 a.m.
- Where: 303 BerryFest Place, Plant City
- Cost: $15
- Watch the MFA thesis dance concert “Again But Different” featuring original choreography by graduate students.
- When: 7:30 p.m.
- Where: 1920 E 7th Ave, Tampa
- Cost: Free
- Experience the Gasparilla International Film Festival, showcasing a variety of films and industry events.
- When: 7:30 p.m.
- Where: 711 N Franklin St, Tampa
- Cost: $22.05
Looking for more Things to Do? Check out our Things To Do section.
