DOGE delays: Florida ‘efficiency’ watchdog slow to reveal its own spending
Read full article: DOGE delays: Florida ‘efficiency’ watchdog slow to reveal its own spendingShortly after Gov. Ron DeSantis created Florida’s new Department of Government Efficiency last year to promote “efficient, effective, transparent and responsive government”, DOGE auditors crisscrossed the state demanding that cities and counties turn over their spending records.
Property taxes, transportation, sports tourism take center stage as Seminole County plans ahead for 2026
Read full article: Property taxes, transportation, sports tourism take center stage as Seminole County plans ahead for 2026Property taxes continue to be a discussion across Florida, as talks in Tallahassee focus on possible reforms.
Property taxes have spiked the most in these Florida cities, report shows
Read full article: Property taxes have spiked the most in these Florida cities, report showsWith the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.
Official under fire after using city card to buy $2,000 lawnmower, Titusville police say
Read full article: Official under fire after using city card to buy $2,000 lawnmower, Titusville police sayA former city employee from Titusville was arrested after spending over $2,000 on a lawnmower, according to the police department.
‘I want them accountable:’ Jacksonville veteran warns ‘sub-to’ mortgage deal led to missed payments, foreclosure
Read full article: ‘I want them accountable:’ Jacksonville veteran warns ‘sub-to’ mortgage deal led to missed payments, foreclosureWarnings continue over “subject‑to” mortgage deals, which are legal but risky and can leave sellers financially liable even after signing over their homes.
Florida governor candidate joins Tinder to ‘meet young female voters’
Read full article: Florida governor candidate joins Tinder to ‘meet young female voters’After grabbing headlines for his proposals last month, one Florida gubernatorial candidate has now unveiled a new strategy: the dating app Tinder.
These programs offer help for seniors, low-income residents pay their energy bills during cold snap
Read full article: These programs offer help for seniors, low-income residents pay their energy bills during cold snapA set of federally funded programs offers emergency assistance to low‑income residents and seniors struggling with rising energy costs — a concern heightened by the recent cold snap in Central Florida.
Florida bill to eliminate yellow vehicle registration decals moves forward
Read full article: Florida bill to eliminate yellow vehicle registration decals moves forwardA proposal to eliminate the need to place yellow vehicle registration stickers on license plates has started to move in the Florida Legislature.
Here’s how Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to replace property taxes in Florida
Read full article: Here’s how Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to replace property taxes in FloridaProperty tax cuts are one of the biggest themes of this year's Legislative session. But it has critics wondering: how do we replace those funds?
Complaints on Angi prompts BBB alert, Central Florida victims speak out
Read full article: Complaints on Angi prompts BBB alert, Central Florida victims speak outThe Better Business Bureau in Indiana has issued an alert about the website Angi, which matches consumers with professionals, after a pattern of complaints, including consumers who say they paid people who never showed up to do the work.
Florida’s the No. 1 destination in America, study says. But there’s a catch
Read full article: Florida’s the No. 1 destination in America, study says. But there’s a catchA new study released this week by moveBuddha has revealed the top destinations for movers across the country — and it turns out that the Sunshine State is ranked No. 1.
Here’s the most cost-effective temperature to keep your Florida home, FPL says
Read full article: Here’s the most cost-effective temperature to keep your Florida home, FPL saysWith a sharp cold front moving through Central Florida on Thursday night, Florida Power & Light has released some tips about how to save on heating costs.
🚗 More electric vehicles means less gas tax revenue: How this impacts Florida’s budget
Read full article: 🚗 More electric vehicles means less gas tax revenue: How this impacts Florida’s budgetElectric vehicles are more popular than ever, with 21% of new car sales in the United States being either electric, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid models. One of the unintended consequences of this consumer trend is the effect on gas tax revenue.
💳 Getting the most value from post-holiday sales: 4 key categories worth buying now
Read full article: 💳 Getting the most value from post-holiday sales: 4 key categories worth buying nowAs the holiday season winds down, the days between Christmas and New Year’s have become a key moment for shoppers to recharge and enjoy their new holiday presents, including one of the most gifted items of the season: gift cards.
Why shoppers around the world abandon carts and what they expect from international checkout in 2026
Read full article: Why shoppers around the world abandon carts and what they expect from international checkout in 2026Global e-commerce has crossed the $6 trillion mark and according to Shopify, cross-border commerce is now growing faster than domestic sales in many regions. As more shoppers buy from brands outside their home country, the opportunity for global sales continues to accelerate.
‘Faith, hope, pixie dust:’ Central Floridians test luck in $1.6B Powerball race
Read full article: ‘Faith, hope, pixie dust:’ Central Floridians test luck in $1.6B Powerball raceTonight's Powerball drawing features a staggering $1.6 billion jackpot, marking it as the fifth-largest lottery prize in U.S. history. While millions of Americans dream of what they'd do with the winnings, the odds of actually claiming that prize are more astronomical than you might think.
Dollars and Sense: Can 50-year mortgages fix housing affordability... or make it worse?
Read full article: Dollars and Sense: Can 50-year mortgages fix housing affordability... or make it worse?About few weeks ago, President Donald Trump floated the idea on social media of 50-year mortgages, proposing loans that would stretch a homebuyer’s payments to half a century.
Property taxes in this major Florida city spiked nearly 400%, report shows
Read full article: Property taxes in this major Florida city spiked nearly 400%, report showsWith the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.
Are you eligible for the AT&T data-breach settlement?
Read full article: Are you eligible for the AT&T data-breach settlement?If you’ve ever been an AT&T customer – even years ago – you may be eligible for part of a major settlement tied to two massive nationwide data breaches. Here's what to know before the Dec. 18 deadline.
Dollars & Sense: The season of giving... back
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: The season of giving... backThis has been a year of firsts. The Catholic Church elected its first pope born in the U.S. Donald Trump became the first American president in the modern era to return to office after losing re-election. And Americans spent more money on Black Friday, yet brought home fewer items.
Florida’s not the best place to live, study claims. How low does it rank?
Read full article: Florida’s not the best place to live, study claims. How low does it rank?The study looked at factors like affordability, economies, education, health and quality of life to determine which states were the cream of the crop.
Orlando Sanford International Airport expands with new hangar projects
Read full article: Orlando Sanford International Airport expands with new hangar projectsOrlando Sanford International Airport is growing with hundreds of millions of dollars in development projects in the works. On Wednesday, our News 6 team got an inside look at one of the newest buildings that is part of the changing landscape at the airport.
‘Eliminate them:’ Florida property tax cuts just got closer to becoming real
Read full article: ‘Eliminate them:’ Florida property tax cuts just got closer to becoming realThis week, four proposed constitutional amendments in Florida took another step closer toward becoming reality after getting approved by lawmakers.
Port Canaveral now the most-visited cruise terminal in the world, leaders announce
Read full article: Port Canaveral now the most-visited cruise terminal in the world, leaders announcePort Canaveral has surpassed every other cruise terminal on the planet in annual passenger traffic, port leaders announced Tuesday, calling it a milestone driven by strong tourism demand and years of expansion.
Lake County wants incentive dollars back amid Kroger facility shutdown announcement
Read full article: Lake County wants incentive dollars back amid Kroger facility shutdown announcementAround 1,000 employees at the Kroger fulfillment center in Groveland recently learned they will soon be out of work after the grocery chain announced it would close the facility.
🦃 Cities with the most and least expensive Thanksgiving dinner costs
Read full article: 🦃 Cities with the most and least expensive Thanksgiving dinner costsGrocery store prices have been on the rise in recent years, and many Americans feel the financial pinch on Thanksgiving — a holiday where food is the star of the show.
SCOUT riders in Seminole County face longer waits but enjoy lower costs
Read full article: SCOUT riders in Seminole County face longer waits but enjoy lower costsA month after its launch, Seminole County’s new SCOUT rideshare service is drawing mixed reviews from riders who face extended wait times but appreciate the lower costs compared to traditional ride-hailing services.
Florida approves FPL’s largest rate hike in history. Here’s how much you’ll pay
Read full article: Florida approves FPL’s largest rate hike in history. Here’s how much you’ll payOn Thursday, the Florida Public Service Commission approved a four-year rate hike for FPL — the largest in the company’s history.
‘Non-starter:’ Florida Gov. DeSantis says no to seniors on property tax reform
Read full article: ‘Non-starter:’ Florida Gov. DeSantis says no to seniors on property tax reformDeSantis has been a vocal supporter for property tax reform. But this week, he put his foot down on providing relief to seniors alone.
Dollars & Sense: Lock it in — Jill Schlesinger’s end-of-the-year money moves
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: Lock it in — Jill Schlesinger’s end-of-the-year money movesAs 2025 winds down, a viral TikTok trend known as “The Great Lock-In” is pushing people to make the most of the year’s final stretch.
Communism is coming to Florida schools. Here’s everything students will learn
Read full article: Communism is coming to Florida schools. Here’s everything students will learnThis week, the Florida Board of Education approved the full list of standards students can be expected to learn as part of a new communism curriculum in schools.
End of record government shutdown brings relief — but flight disruptions continue
Read full article: End of record government shutdown brings relief — but flight disruptions continueAfter a record 43 days, the longest government shutdown in U.S. history came to an end last night, bringing relief to hundreds of thousands of federal workers who went without pay for more than six weeks.
President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption
Read full article: President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruptionPresident Donald Trump signed a government funding bill Wednesday night, ending a record 43-day shutdown that caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at some food banks.
How to use tourist tax dollars in Orange County generates ‘hottest’ debate
Read full article: How to use tourist tax dollars in Orange County generates ‘hottest’ debateHow should the tax revenue generated from tourists be spent in Orange County? That is a question that has been at the center of a debate for years.
SNAP shutdown stretches into second week, impacting Central Florida families
Read full article: SNAP shutdown stretches into second week, impacting Central Florida familiesAs Thanksgiving approaches, thousands of Central Florida families are bracing for the holiday with empty cupboards and little hope for relief, as the federal government’s shutdown of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits stretches into a second week, leaving many anxious and local food pantries overwhelmed.
Florida CFO lauds Orlando, criticizes Orange County over ‘wasteful spending’
Read full article: Florida CFO lauds Orlando, criticizes Orange County over ‘wasteful spending’Amid a string of critical audits across the state, Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia heaped praise on the city of Orlando for its spending habits during a Friday news conference.
‘Like playing roulette:’ Orlando International Airport travelers frustrated after FAA orders flight reductions
Read full article: ‘Like playing roulette:’ Orlando International Airport travelers frustrated after FAA orders flight reductionsA new FAA-mandated flight reduction is taking effect across the country, impacting 40 of the nation’s busiest airports — including Orlando International Airport.
FAA orders 10% cut to flights at 40 major airports as shutdown strains ATC staffing
Read full article: FAA orders 10% cut to flights at 40 major airports as shutdown strains ATC staffingThe Federal Aviation Administration will reduce flight operations by 10% across 40 high-volume U.S. airports, citing an acute air traffic controller staffing crisis that has been made worse by the protracted federal shutdown.
‘Restrictions on space launches:’ Fewer flights at airports to impact spaceflight, too, FAA says
Read full article: ‘Restrictions on space launches:’ Fewer flights at airports to impact spaceflight, too, FAA saysWith the government shutdown extending into a second month, there are some new concerns about how the space industry could be impacted.
News 6 sits down to interview Florida gubernatorial candidate David Jolly
Read full article: News 6 sits down to interview Florida gubernatorial candidate David JollyOrange County Mayor Jerry Demings is officially launching his campaign for Florida governor, but there is already another Democrat in the race: former Florida Congressman David Jolly.
Report: Orlando International Airport among 40 on FAA flight reduction list
Read full article: Report: Orlando International Airport among 40 on FAA flight reduction listOrlando International Airport is among the 40 airports where air traffic is set to be cut by the Federal Aviation Administration amid an ongoing government shutdown, according to a list obtained by News 6.