The TR Daily Briefs: Tuesday, August 4, 2026

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Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Weather: Today, showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 4pm and 5pm with a high near 92. Tonight, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. with a low around 73. Wednesday, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 3pm and 5pm with a high near 92. Wednesday night, partly cloudy, with a low around 73. NWS

US stock markets close higher (S&P 500 +1.5%, Dow +1.3%, Nasdaq +2.1%); Dow hits record as Big Tech stocks rise and oil prices fall (More).

Local & State News

The Leon County School District is planning major capital projects totaling $183.5 million over the next five years, with the largest investments concentrated at Augusta Raa Middle School, Elizabeth Cobb Middle School, John G. Riley Elementary School and Griffin Middle School. Details.

Public safety groups are warning voters about the property tax cut amendment that will appear on ballots this November. Details

National News

Michigan voters head to the polls today for statewide races, including the most expensive Democratic Senate primary in US history. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in November for the seat being vacated by Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI).

Amazon becomes fifth company to top $3T market cap as its shares reach a new all-time high (More).

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