The TR Daily Briefs: Monday, May 11, 2026

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Monday, May 11 2026

Weather: Today, a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm with a high near 89. Tonight, a chance of showers and thunderstorms with a low around 68. Tuesday, a chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 2pm with a high near 85. Tuesday, night, a 30 percent chance of showers with a low around 64. NWS

US stock markets end Friday mostly up (S&P 500 +0.8%, Dow +0.0%, Nasdaq +1.7%) as S&P 500 continues longest weekly winning streak since 2024 (More).

Local & State News

The Tallahassee City Commission is preparing to launch a nationwide search for the next city manager following the announced retirement of longtime City Manager Reese Goad. The issue will be addressed during the May 13 city commission meeting. Details.

After holding steady for three decades, Leon County’s $40 annual solid waste assessment for unincorporated residents could soon increase as officials confront rising costs and a growing reliance on general revenue subsidies. Details.

Responding to a New York Times report, Gov. Ron DeSantis acknowledged officials have discussed closing the detention center the state calls Alligator Alcatraz. Details

A bill limiting foreign influence from “countries of concern,” including adding penalties for businesses and prohibiting surrogacy contracts with Chinese nationals, was signed into law Friday by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Details

National News

President Donald Trump called Iran’s response to the US’ peace proposal “totally unacceptable.” Further details on the negotiations were not publicly available as of this writing.

US national gas prices rise above $4.50 per gallon; see state-by-state map (More).

Robert Stewart

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