Good morning from the Tampa Bay 28 News team.
Today is Tuesday, Oct. 21, and if you’re up late tonight, you might just catch the last big skywatching event of the month. The Orionid meteor shower peaked this morning as Earth passed through debris left behind by Halley’s Comet, creating bright streaks across the night sky. Although the most optimal viewing time was last night, the shower will continue until Nov. 22, and with mostly clear skies expected over Tampa Bay this evening, you could still catch some meteors lighting up the sky.
News to Know
- Tampa small business owner nearly lost $15K to sophisticated 'cash bag scam': Scammers impersonated Wells Fargo and knew victim's detailed banking history in a sophisticated attempt to convince him to withdraw cash from his account
- Doctor warns about social media challenge involving jar and rubbing alcohol: Last week, a teen in St. Petersburg was injured after making a jam jar jet engine.
- DHS Secretary Kristi Noem brings ICE arrest update to Bradenton, protestors push for rights: Four arrested in Sarasota facing criminal charges; Noem emphasizes crackdown on violent offenders amid growing public concern.
- Drivers express relief as new express lanes coming to I-4 west of the Polk County line: The Florida Department of Transportation is planning to install 17 miles of express lanes on I-4 in Hillsborough County.
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Today's Weather Outlook
Meteorologist Ally Blake says we'll see a nice and mild start to the day with mostly cloudy skies. Some fog is also possible inland, but it should subside by mid-morning. Throughout the day, highs really warm up to almost 90 degrees.
Watch the One Minute Weather Forecast with Meteorologist Ally Blake:
Here are the current traffic conditions across Tampa Bay
Susan Solves It
As we approach the holiday shopping season, a lot of retailers will be offering discounts if you sign up for their credit card, but be careful. Store-only credit cards have hit a record high for fees and interest rates, meaning it could cost you a lot more than you might realize.
Things to Do this Tuesday, Oct. 21
- Impressions: 35 years of Women in Print at USF Graphic Studio
- When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Where: 3702 Spectrum Blvd., Tampa
- Cost: Free
- Tales from the Hood
- When: 7:30 p.m.
- Where: Tampa Theatre, 711 North Franklin Street
- Cost: $7 to $10
- Bucs at 50
- When: 10 a.m.
- Where: Tampa Museum of Art, 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza
- Cost: $25
Looking for more Things to Do? Check out our Things To Do section.
