Tallahassee Reports
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Weather: Today, a chance of showers and thunderstorms with a high near 86. Tonight, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms with a low around 73. Friday, a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 3pm, with a high near 89. Friday night, thunderstorms with a low around 74. NWS
US stock markets close up (S&P 500 +0.0%, Dow +0.4%, Nasdaq +0.1%) as oil prices fall more than 5% amid optimism over US-Iran truce (More).
Local Sports: After developing into one of the top young golfers in the Big Bend area at Lincoln High School and Maclay School, Lee Poppell has continued that success at Troy University. Details
Local & State News
Steve Stewart discusses Superintendent Hanna’s appearance at NEBA.
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Many Florida homeowners would see their property tax bills eliminated or severely cut under a plan released Wednesday by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Details
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National News
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