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Hurricane Milton on track for Florida landfall
SUMMARY: Hurricane Milton is rapidly approaching Florida, threatening deadly storm surges, strong winds, and potential tornadoes. Currently a Category 5 storm, it has prompted massive evacuations and gas shortages across the state. Residents are advised to evacuate due to fears of flooding and high winds. Local officials stress the urgency of departing as tropical storm-force winds will arrive soon. In Sarasota County, where previous storm cleanup is ongoing, concerns about debris complicate the situation. Meteorologists warn it may be the strongest hurricane to hit West Central Florida in over a century, with storm surges projected to reach 10-15 feet.

Mass evacuations are underway in Florida as Hurricane Milton moves across the Gulf Coast toward the state. CBS News correspondent Tom Hanson reports on the scene in Florida, Sarasota County Emergency Management Chief Sandra Tapfumaneyi joins CBS News to discuss preparations being made by local officials and CBS News Chicago meteorologist David Yeomans has a look at the forecast.
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Universal Orlando opens Epic Universe preview ticket sales to general public
SUMMARY: Universal Orlando has started selling 1-Day preview tickets for Universal Epic Universe, available until May 19 before the official opening on May 22. Tickets range from $144 to $154. Initially reserved for annual and seasonal passholders, military pass ticket holders, Universal Rewards VISA members, and hotel guests, the preview is now open to the general public. The preview experience may vary as final preparations continue. Passholders enjoy perks such as free parking, dining and shopping discounts, and a 10% discount on the Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience. Various ticket options, including multi-day and Florida resident packages, are also available.
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South Florida Weather for Tuesday 4/29/2025 12PM
SUMMARY: South Florida weather on Tuesday, 4/29/2025, features scattered rain mainly near Palm Beach County, Lake Okeechobee, parts of Weston, Southwest Ranches, Little Haiti, Miami Beach, southern Dade County, and the upper Keys. Showers are expected to be light on the peninsula, with heavier rain moving toward the interior and Gulf Coast later in the day. Temperatures are in the low 80s, cooler than the previous day, with muggy conditions and increasing winds causing rough surf and high rip current risks. Breezy conditions continue, creating hazardous beach and boating environments. Rain chances drop Thursday and Friday, with warming temperatures and scattered showers returning over the weekend.

NEXT Weather meteorologist Lissette Gonzalez says Tuesday afternoon will be a mix of sun and clouds. A stray shower can’t be ruled out.
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Trump to offer automakers some relief on his 25% tariffs, after worries they could hurt US factories
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump will sign an executive order to ease some of his 25% tariffs on autos and auto parts, reversing a policy that threatened domestic manufacturers. The tariffs raised vehicle prices, reduced sales, and hurt U.S. production competitiveness. The order aims to prevent multiple tariffs on foreign-made vehicles, reduce tariffs on imported parts for domestic assembly, and will be retroactive. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the goal is to boost domestic auto jobs. This move coincides with Trump’s 100 days back in office and his visit to Michigan, a key auto manufacturing state he won in the previous election.
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