The TR Daily Briefs: Thursday, September 17, 2026

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Thursday, September 17, 2026

Weather: Today, sunny, with a high near 90. Tonight, mostly clear, with a low around 69. Friday, sunny, with a high near 93. Friday night, mostly clear, with a low around 71. NWS

US stock markets closed down on the news (S&P 500 -0.5%, Dow -1.2%, Nasdaq -0.0%). 

Local Sports: The Montford Mustangs defeated the Nims Trojans at Gene Cox Stadium on September 14 behind their sturdy defense and a big game from Simon Pettion. Details.

Local & State News

A climate advocacy organization that provided major financial support to Tallahassee progressive political efforts in 2024 is connected to the city’s 2026 elections through a national group now backing Jeremy Matlow and other progressive candidates. Details.

ON THE CLOCK — PART 3: Where Florida Law and City Policy Draw the Line. A Tallahassee police officer was investigated & suspended for a controversial social media post. Is Ryan Ray being protected by Commissioner Matlow? Details.

National News

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023 yesterday, announcing a quarter-percentage-point increase in benchmark rates and bringing the range to between 3.75% and 4%.

US retail sales rose 1.2% to $773.9B in August after a 0.5% dip in July, per Commerce Department; stronger-than-expected consumer spending numbers are the highest since March (More).

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