Five Things You Should Know Today: May 1

1. Today will feel like a breezy summer day with a high near 76, according to the National Weather Service. A 30 percent chance of showers may interrupt outdoor plans. Tonight, showers and thunderstorms are likely.  

2. When the construction of the Empire State Building was complete in 1931, it was the tallest skyscraper in the world. On this day in 1931, President Herbert Hoover officially dedicated the historic building.

3. Do you love music? Go to from 7 to 10 tonight for Open Mic Tuesday.

4. Today is May Day, a northern hemisphere spring festival and also a traditional spring holiday in many cultures.

5. Happy Birthday to Tim McGraw. The now 44-year-old is one of country music's most popular artists. In McGraw's career, 11 of his albums consecutively debuted at number one on the Billboard charts.