Good morning from the ABC Action News team.
Are you feeling rested after the three-day weekend? While most were off from work and school yesterday, scientists were making a big announcement: they've discovered a potential dwarf planet. The Institute for Advanced Study’s School of Natural Sciences has nicknamed the newly discovered object an "extreme cousin" of Pluto. Scientists say it's only detectable at certain times, as it has an incredibly eccentric orbit around the Sun, taking around 25,000 years to complete one trek. While its exact size has yet to be determined, it's estimated to be about one-third the diameter of Pluto. If it is indeed a dwarf planet, it'll join the ranks of five others officially recognized in our solar system, including Pluto, Ceres and Makemake.
News to Know
- A charter boat captain is sentenced to prison: Florida officials said Zackery Brandon Barfield poisoned and shot bottlenose dolphins after he grew frustrated with them eating red snapper from the lines of his charter fishing clients.
- Florida landlords may soon be required to disclose flood risk: The House and Senate passed the bill unanimously, but it still needs Governor Ron DeSantis’ signature before it can go into effect.
- A Clearwater sixth grader heads to the Scripps Spelling Bee: Vlada Kozhevnikova attends the Pinellas Academy of Math and Science and is one of 243 spellers competing this week, marking the competition's 100th anniversary.
- A Tampa Army soldier becomes a mom through fostering: Katie Richesin started her foster journey just a few months ago and now has three kids after working with the Children’s Home Network.
Today's Weather Outlook
Meteorologist Greg Dee says temperatures will start in the 70s under mostly clear skies. Skies will remain mostly sunny through the morning until a few pop-up showers begin near the coast by midday.
Watch the One Minute Weather Forecast with Meteorologist Greg Dee:
Here are the current traffic conditions across Tampa Bay
Susan Solves It
The Florida Attorney General is suing Snapchat for failing to protect minors from explicit content in violation of a new state law. ABC Action News Reporter Susan El Khoury provides tips on how parents can better safeguard their children’s online activity in light of the lawsuit against Snapchat.
Things to Do this Tuesday, May 27
- WWE takes over the Yuengling Center with live events.
- When: 7:30 p.m.
- Where: 12499 USF Bull Run Drive, Tampa
- Cost: $123
- Get your groove on at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park for a Zumba session that combines dance and fitness.
- When: 6 p.m.
- Where: 600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa
- Cost: Free
- Stroll through Gulfport's Waterfront District for the Fresh Market, where you can explore unique local vendors and delicious food.
- When: 9 a.m.
- Where: 3101 Beach Blvd, Gulfport
- Cost: Free
Looking for more Things to Do? Check out our Things To Do section.