Good morning from the ABC Action News team.
Did you manage to catch a glimpse of the sky last night or early this morning? If you did, you would have seen the Cold Moon, named for the last full moon of the year in December. Don't forget to score some tickets to "The Nutcracker," which will be performed at The Straz from Dec. 20-23.
News to Know
- A deputy is killed during a traffic stop: Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell said Corporal Elio Diaz was shot by the driver he stopped at a local Chevron.
- Officials are searching for a missing 5-year-old: Jace Saunders disappeared from Lake County on Sunday and may be accompanied by his grandmother.
- Dancers from "The Nutcracker" prepare to dazzle: Next Generation Ballet will put on their biggest production of the Christmas classic yet, featuring top ballet students from across the world.
- Syrian Americans hope for peace: A gathering in a Lutz neighborhood had music, singing, and dancing to celebrate a free Syria.
Today's Weather Outlook
Meteorologist Greg Dee says skies will be mostly sunny this morning but to expect a few scattered clouds and a noticeable breeze by the afternoon.
Watch the One Minute Weather Forecast with Meteorologist Greg Dee:
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Things to Do this Monday, Dec. 16
- Get your picture taken with Santa at the International Plaza and Bay Street.
- When: 11 a.m.
- Where: 2223 North Westshore Boulevard, Tampa
- Cost: $40
- Christmas is just around the corner, and Christmas Lane will prepare you for the celebrations as you see holiday lights, trees, and Santa.
- When: 11 a.m.
- Where: 2029 Arrowgrass Drive, Wesley Chapel
- Cost: Free
- Enjoy the special holiday treats or get your photo taken with Santa Claus at Busch Gardens' Christmas Town.
- When: 10 a.m.
- Where: 10165 N McKinley Drive, Tampa
- Cost: $89.99
Looking for more Things to Do? Check out our Things To Do section.