5 Things To Know Today: Thursday, Nov. 3

• Though many might wake up powerless for a sixth straight day, at least the weather shouldn't be too bad today. According to the National Weather Service, today should be mostly sunny, with a high near 57 degrees. Tonight, temperatures dip to 41 degrees.

• Weston, Redding and Region 9 schools are closed today. Easton's schools are open.

• Story times at the Easton Library this afternoon: for youngsters up to agree 3 starting at 2:15 p.m., and for "big kids" kindergarten and up, starting at 4 p.m.

• On this day in 1913, the United States introduced the income tax.

• Happy 58th birthday to comedian Dennis Miller and happy 56th birthday to former Giants quarterback Phil Simms.