Good morning from the ABC Action News team.
Today is the final spring training game for the Tampa Bay Rays as they take on the Phillies at the BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater. The team's next big match will be on Opening Day when they go head-to-head against the Colorado Rockies at Steinbrenner Field. Last year, MLB announced that the Rays' Opening Day would change from Thursday, March 27, to March 28 to give them additional time to prepare the ballpark after the Tampa Bay area saw back-to-back hurricanes.
News to Know
- Florida considers going on a bear hunt: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is holding a series of virtual public meetings to collect feedback on proposals for highly regulated black bear hunting in Florida.
- Police search for a shooting suspect: A suspect is still on the loose after two teenage girls were shot during a fight at an apartment complex in Clearwater on Saturday.
- Pope Francis checks out of the hospital: Hallelujah gelato made its debut in Rome on Sunday and quickly became a way to commemorate the pope's discharge from the hospital.
- The Jonas Brothers prepare for a fall tour: The band is set to return to Tampa for their "JONAS20: LIVING THE DREAM" tour, which will also stop in Sunrise and Orlando.
Today's Weather Outlook
Meteorologist Ally Blake says we'll have a mild and partly cloudy start today, but highs rise into the low 80s as clouds thicken. There will also be a chance for some rain this evening.
Watch the One Minute Weather Forecast with Meteorologist Ally Blake:
Susan Solves It
Pedestrians and highway workers wear reflective clothing to make themselves more visible at night, but a study found that new tech in cars aimed at detecting pedestrians doesn't always detect them when they're in reflective gear.
Things to Do on March 24
- Play a round of jukebox bingo at Keel Farms.
- When: 6:30 p.m.
- Where: 5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City
- Cost: Free
- Take your photo with the Easter Bunny at International Plaza.
- When: 2 p.m.
- Where: 2223 N Westshore Boulevard, Tampa
- Cost: $50
- Go on a haunted history tour in Safety Harbor.
- When: 7 p.m.
- Where: 737 Main Street, Safety Harbor
- Cost: $30
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