Tallahassee Reports
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Weather: Today, a 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 3pm, with a high near 76. Tonight, a low around 55. Thursday, mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Thursday night, mostly clear, with a low around 55. NWS
US stock markets close mixed (S&P 500 +0.1%, Dow -0.2%, Nasdaq +0.1%), with most traders waiting on the outcome of deal to pause fighting in Iran (More).
Local & State News
TPD crime incident numbers for March 2026 are in. The numbers show that year-to-date (YTD) property crime and violent crime incidents are up 20.7% when compared to YTD numbers in March 2025. Details.
The state stepped in last week to help manage the distressed finances of two rural school districts, and that could be just an inkling of what’s to come, state leaders say, as enrollment continues to decline. Details
University of Florida researchers are asking South Florida residents for help against the spread of Asian swamp eels.
National News
The US and Iran agreed to a temporary two-week ceasefire yesterday afternoon, finding an off-ramp to avoid potential widespread strikes across Iran. The agreement was mediated by Pakistan, with officials pointing to the possibility of a longer-term pause in fighting.
Clay Fuller (R) defeats Shawn Harris (D) in Georgia’s special election to replace former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R, GA-14), 56-44%; district went for President Donald Trump in 2024 by 37 points (More).
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