The TR Daily Briefs: Friday, April 24, 2026

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Friday, April 24, 2026

Weather: Today, sunny, with a high near 86. Tonight, a low around 61. Saturday, high near 85. Saturday night, a chance of showers and thunderstorms with a low around 65. NWS

US stock markets close down (S&P 500 -0.4%, Dow -0.4%, Nasdaq -0.9%) (More).

Local & State News

The City of Tallahassee opened its first zero-emission electric vehicle fast-charging station. Details.

More than one month after ending the regular session without passing a budget, legislative leaders said Thursday they have a deal on top-line spending levels. Details.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two bills barring local governments from supporting those policies and programs at an event in Jacksonville on Wednesday. Details.

National News

The Justice Department yesterday reclassified state-licensed marijuana as a less dangerous drug, easing federal limits on approved medical products while keeping recreational use illegal.

Gunfight at the Mall of Louisiana in Baton Rouge kills one person, wounds five others; officials say fight broke out between two groups of people (More).

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