These are the most ‘sinful’ states in the country. How did Florida rank?
Read full article: These are the most ‘sinful’ states in the country. How did Florida rank?On Monday, WalletHub released its 2025 list of the most “sinful” states in the country, looking at the “virtues and vices” that each state exhibits.
US governors ranked on fiscal policy. How did Florida Gov. DeSantis fare?
Read full article: US governors ranked on fiscal policy. How did Florida Gov. DeSantis fare?The Cato Institute has released its “Fiscal Policy Report Card” for 2024, examining governors across the state to see how well they’ve handled their respective state’s finances.
This Florida city has the most people in ‘financial distress.’ Here’s why
Read full article: This Florida city has the most people in ‘financial distress.’ Here’s whyThis month, WalletHub has released its 2025 study detailing which cities across the nation have the most people in financial distress.
Bitcoin blackmail scheme targets Central Florida residents
Read full article: Bitcoin blackmail scheme targets Central Florida residentsScammers are sending blackmail emails to people claiming to have embarrassing videos and demanding payment via bitcoin. One of News 6's meteorologists has received several of these messages.
🏡 Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Florida
Read full article: 🏡 Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in FloridaThe real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties.
New sales tax holiday in Florida? That’s what this bill could bring to the table
Read full article: New sales tax holiday in Florida? That’s what this bill could bring to the tableA Florida bill filed on Thursday could introduce a new tax holiday to the state — one aimed at helping residents bolster their homes against storms.
Publix is not the most satisfying grocer in Florida, study finds. Here’s the ranking
Read full article: Publix is not the most satisfying grocer in Florida, study finds. Here’s the rankingThe study examines several benchmarks for determining customer experiences at grocery stores, including the convenience of store hours/locations, checkout speed, and store layouts.
Florida Gov. DeSantis’ latest budget could bring big changes to I-4, state roads
Read full article: Florida Gov. DeSantis’ latest budget could bring big changes to I-4, state roadsThis month, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced his latest budget recommendations, which could bring significant changes to some of the state’s biggest highways.
‘Stay tuned:’ DeSantis wants to eliminate Florida property taxes. Could he pull it off?
Read full article: ‘Stay tuned:’ DeSantis wants to eliminate Florida property taxes. Could he pull it off?Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis appeared to put the state’s property tax in his crosshairs this week after voicing his position on social media.
Chase to decline Zelle payments originating from social media
Read full article: Chase to decline Zelle payments originating from social mediaConsumer banking company Chase will not allow its users to send Zelle payments from contacts originating from social media in order to protect users from scams, it said in an email.
Florida city says it’s now OK to raise and keep backyard chickens
Read full article: Florida city says it’s now OK to raise and keep backyard chickensAs egg prices soar and some grocery stores place limits on how much you can buy, Clermont has changed its law to allow its residents to raise and keep backyard chickens.
Complete your fragrance collection with Bath & Body Works’ new Disney Princess scents
Read full article: Complete your fragrance collection with Bath & Body Works’ new Disney Princess scentsBath & Body Works announced its collaboration with Disney, launching an enchanting new fragrance line inspired by six Disney Princesses.
Florida budget vetoes eyed amid broader dispute
Read full article: Florida budget vetoes eyed amid broader disputeSpecial Florida House panels are teed up next week to scrutinize Gov. Ron DeSantis’ line-item budget vetoes, setting up possible overrides amid a dispute between the governor and Republican legislative leaders over immigration-enforcement plans.
‘Total control:’ $1 million Florida condo scandal sparks manhunt, fee spikes for residents
Read full article: ‘Total control:’ $1 million Florida condo scandal sparks manhunt, fee spikes for residentsDetectives searched the COA president's condo unit last year, though by that time, he'd already fled, according to the sheriff's office.
Cocoa Beach considers higher fees for short-term rentals amid resident concerns
Read full article: Cocoa Beach considers higher fees for short-term rentals amid resident concernsThe city of Cocoa Beach is considering raising fees for short-term rental properties in response to growing complaints from residents about noise, parking issues, and other disturbances.
‘They won’t come to the bargaining table:’ Brevard County criticizes firefighters rallying for higher pay
Read full article: ‘They won’t come to the bargaining table:’ Brevard County criticizes firefighters rallying for higher payIt's been more than a year now since Brevard County and its firefighters got to work on a new contract. As difficult negotiations continue, more than 100 firefighters have quit their jobs in search of better pay and work-life balance.
Energy checks can help Duke customers save money. Here’s how it works
Read full article: Energy checks can help Duke customers save money. Here’s how it worksDuke Energy customers will start to see higher bills in March, and now is the time home and business owners might want to rethink their energy goals
Want a job? These are the best Florida companies to work for — here’s why
Read full article: Want a job? These are the best Florida companies to work for — here’s whyHeading into 2025, many workers may be looking for a new place to advance their careers and get more of what they want from their jobs.
Over $4M in unclaimed property available in Orlando. Check if you have any and share your story
Read full article: Over $4M in unclaimed property available in Orlando. Check if you have any and share your storyChief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis revealed that over $33 million in unclaimed property was returned to Floridians in January alone, contributing to a total of more than $2.7 billion returned since he assumed office in 2017.
North Carolina's ex-lieutenant governor dismisses lawsuit against CNN, has no plans to run again
Read full article: North Carolina's ex-lieutenant governor dismisses lawsuit against CNN, has no plans to run againNorth Carolina's former Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson has withdrawn his defamation lawsuit against CNN challenging a report that he made explicit posts on a pornography website’s message board over a decade ago.
Electric bill rising as the temperature drops? 5 tips to save money and keep warm
Read full article: Electric bill rising as the temperature drops? 5 tips to save money and keep warmJust like keeping your house cool in the summer can cost you more, staying warm by turning on the heat can cause your electric bill to rise too.