‘It’s packed with people:’ Orlando’s H Mart sees Thanksgiving shopping surge
Read full article: ‘It’s packed with people:’ Orlando’s H Mart sees Thanksgiving shopping surgeEarly-bird shoppers fanned out to local stores in search of holiday bargains. One store in particular was packed on Thanksgiving, Orlando’s newly opened H Mart.
Black Friday arrives with solid momentum despite tariffs and economic uncertainty
Read full article: Black Friday arrives with solid momentum despite tariffs and economic uncertaintyBlack Friday may no longer be the retail bacchanalia of years past, but the event still has enough enthusiasts to make it the biggest single shopping day in the U.S.
Losing Kroger delivery service in Florida? Try these grocery store alternatives
Read full article: Losing Kroger delivery service in Florida? Try these grocery store alternativesKroger’s decision to end its delivery service in Florida shocked customers, but there are several grocery stores that either offer their own delivery services, or partner with a delivery group. Here is what you need to know about each one.
Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee and tropical fruit in a push to lower grocery store prices
Read full article: Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee and tropical fruit in a push to lower grocery store pricesPresident Donald Trump has announced the removal of U.S. tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruits and other commodities.
150-mile Florida garage sale returns for thrifters and treasure hunters this weekend
Read full article: 150-mile Florida garage sale returns for thrifters and treasure hunters this weekendIf you enjoy searching for chairs to reupholster, vintage cookware, or clothes and toys to flip on eBay, you might want to point your car toward the Florida Atlantic coast. The A1A Super Scenic Garage Sale returns for its 17th year.
Medicare deal uncertainty leaves The Villages Health patients feeling ‘duped’
Read full article: Medicare deal uncertainty leaves The Villages Health patients feeling ‘duped’Patients at The Villages Health were told the company's sale earlier this year would not affect their care. But negotiations between UnitedHealthcare and the new owners could mean thousands will have to find new Medicare plans, change doctors, or pay more money.
Florida Automated Vehicles Summit wraps with push toward real-world deployment
Read full article: Florida Automated Vehicles Summit wraps with push toward real-world deploymentThe Florida Automated Vehicles (FAV) Summit is wrapping up today after three days of test rides, technology demonstrations and policy discussions aimed at accelerating the future of transportation across the state.
These grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving in Central Florida
Read full article: These grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving in Central FloridaMost major grocery stores in Central Florida will be closed on Thanksgiving, so for people with a preferred store, getting everything on that list is paramount. But if you’re not picky, there are a handful of stores that will be open, albeit with reduced hours.
Half of Floridians consider leaving state, poll shows. Here’s why
Read full article: Half of Floridians consider leaving state, poll shows. Here’s whyThe majority of Floridians are hanging on to the “American Dream,” but rising housing costs and everyday expenses make it difficult to achieve, the Florida Atlantic University poll found.
Tylenol, Kleenex, Band-Aid and more put under one roof in $48.7 billion consumer brands deal
Read full article: Tylenol, Kleenex, Band-Aid and more put under one roof in $48.7 billion consumer brands dealKimberly-Clark is buying Tylenol maker Kenvue in an approximately $48.7 billion cash-and-stock deal, creating a massive consumer health goods company.
From SNAP to Social Security, what the government shutdown means for November benefits
Read full article: From SNAP to Social Security, what the government shutdown means for November benefitsThe government shutdown stretching into November will have a huge impact on millions of Americans, but only a handful of federal safety net programs are affected.
Where to find help with food in Central Florida
Read full article: Where to find help with food in Central FloridaAs the government shutdown continues, federal employees are working without paychecks, and starting Nov. 1, federal SNAP benefits will not be available. If you or someone you know needs help with food donations, check out these websites to find programs near you.
Half a billion dollars in medical debt wiped out by Orange County program so far
Read full article: Half a billion dollars in medical debt wiped out by Orange County program so farMore Orange County residents have had their medical debt eliminated, thanks to a county program that has wiped out more than half a billion in medical debt so far. In August 2024, Orange County commissioners agreed to set up the debt relief program, using $4.5 million from the American Rescue Plan Act.
Trump administration moves to overrule state laws protecting credit reports from medical debt
Read full article: Trump administration moves to overrule state laws protecting credit reports from medical debtThe Trump administration is moving to overrule state laws that protect consumers’ credit reports from medical debt.
Dollars & Sense: The business of better health care
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: The business of better health careMost Americans are paying record-high health care premiums, deductibles, and cost shares. One trend contributing to rising health care costs that most people didn’t have on their bingo card: accelerated adoption of Artificial Intelligence.
No SNAP food benefits in November if government shutdown continues, USDA tells states
Read full article: No SNAP food benefits in November if government shutdown continues, USDA tells statesNearly 3 million people in Florida, about 1 in 8 Floridians, receive SNAP benefits, and if the government shutdown continues into next month, they may have to go without that money for food. How to find food help if you need it.
Spanish carrier Iberia launches nonstop flights to, from Orlando International Airport
Read full article: Spanish carrier Iberia launches nonstop flights to, from Orlando International AirportOrlando International Airport will welcome Iberia to Terminal C, where it will begin nonstop flights between Orlando and Madrid. The Spanish flag carrier will run nonstop flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
Dollars & Sense: Payday loans equal fast cash, but a familiar trap
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: Payday loans equal fast cash, but a familiar trapLike just about everything else, payday lenders have gone digital, with trips to a physical storefront replaced by the convenience of an app. When it comes to the fundamental risks of a payday loan, to borrow from Led Zeppelin, “the song remains the same.”
Dollars & Sense: Navigating 2026 Open Enrollment for health insurance
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: Navigating 2026 Open Enrollment for health insuranceEach fall, millions of Americans face an important decision: what kind of health coverage will protect them and their families next year? It’s open enrollment season, the annual window to review, renew, or adjust your health insurance benefits.
FDA unveils drugs to receive expedited review in support of ‘national priorities’
Read full article: FDA unveils drugs to receive expedited review in support of ‘national priorities’The Food and Drug Administration is announcing the first round of drugs that will receive drastically expedited reviews at the agency.
From gold ingots to Columbo DVDs: A look at the items in Florida’s unclaimed property auction
Read full article: From gold ingots to Columbo DVDs: A look at the items in Florida’s unclaimed property auctionGold, silver, jewelry, foreign cash, a program from the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, sports cards, pogs, and more are up for auction by the state of Florida this weekend. The state is hosting its unclaimed property auction on Saturday, starting at 9 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Orlando International Airport on T.G. Lee Boulevard.
Trump threatens tech export limits, new 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting Nov. 1 or sooner
Read full article: Trump threatens tech export limits, new 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting Nov. 1 or soonerPresident Donald Trump says he’s placing an additional 100% tax on Chinese imports starting on Nov. 1 or sooner, potentially escalating tariff rates close to levels that in April fanned fears of a steep recession and financial market chaos.
What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the US government shutdown
Read full article: What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the US government shutdownThe U.S. government shutdown has now dragged on for over a month, and shortages of air traffic controllers are straining operations — with flight disruptions piling up nationwide.
How the government shutdown will affect student loans, FAFSA and the Education Department
Read full article: How the government shutdown will affect student loans, FAFSA and the Education DepartmentThe government shutdown means further disruption for the U.S. Education Department, which has seen half of its employees laid off by the Republican Trump administration.
How to shop secondhand clothing sustainably and look cool doing it
Read full article: How to shop secondhand clothing sustainably and look cool doing itMore online platforms are giving secondhand shopping a digital upgrade, rolling out features like livestream shopping and AI-powered search to make thrifting faster and more exciting.
Big pharma stocks rise as Street reacts to latest presidential tariff plan
Read full article: Big pharma stocks rise as Street reacts to latest presidential tariff planShares of some big drugmakers rose Friday as Wall Street started sorting out the impact of President Donald Trump’s latest tariff announcement.
‘IKEA of grocery stores:’ H Mart opens in Orlando, thrilling Asian cuisine lovers
Read full article: ‘IKEA of grocery stores:’ H Mart opens in Orlando, thrilling Asian cuisine loversHundreds lined up in Orlando on Thursday for the grand opening of Florida’s first H Mart. The Asian supermarket has a significant “cult following,” and the location at 7501 W. Colonial Drive is one of H Mart’s largest.
The clock is ticking on electric vehicle tax credits. How to get it for your EV before they expire
Read full article: The clock is ticking on electric vehicle tax credits. How to get it for your EV before they expireThe federal government’s clean vehicle tax credit, which has been helping drivers shave up to $7,500 off the cost of a new EV (or up to $4,000 on qualifying used models), is set to expire on Tuesday, Sept. 30.
Orange County woman battles with water company over $4,400 bill she calls a glitch
Read full article: Orange County woman battles with water company over $4,400 bill she calls a glitchImagine finding a hangtag on your door with a water bill for more than $4,400—for just one month. That’s the reality Annika Martin is facing in Wedgefield, a community in East Orange County.
As e-bike popularity soars, Winter Springs wants parents to know what they’re buying their kids
Read full article: As e-bike popularity soars, Winter Springs wants parents to know what they’re buying their kids“What we’re seeing are kids in packs of e-bikes, ignoring the rules of the roadway,” said Winter Springs Police Chief Matt Tracht. “You have to stop at stop signs. You have to operate it like you’re operating a vehicle.”
Residents sue over 126% lot rent hike at 55+ manufactured home community
Read full article: Residents sue over 126% lot rent hike at 55+ manufactured home communityResidents who live in a Paso County manufactured home community are suing the property owner due to significant lot rent increases. According to the lawsuit, some residents saw a rent increase of 126% in one year.
Federal Reserve cuts key rate by quarter-point as job growth slows
Read full article: Federal Reserve cuts key rate by quarter-point as job growth slowsThe Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate by a quarter-point Wednesday and projected it would do so twice more this year as concern grows at the central bank about the health of the nation’s labor market.
Supreme Court to quickly consider if President Donald Trump has power to impose sweeping tariffs
Read full article: Supreme Court to quickly consider if President Donald Trump has power to impose sweeping tariffsThe Supreme Court is granting an unusually quick hearing on whether President Donald Trump has the power under federal law to impose sweeping tariffs.
New data shows the US job market was much weaker than thought in 2024, and this year as well
Read full article: New data shows the US job market was much weaker than thought in 2024, and this year as wellThe U.S. job market was much weaker in 2024 and early this year than originally reported, adding to concerns about the health of the U.S. economy.
Trump admin ditches Biden-era plan to make airlines pay compensation for flight disruptions
Read full article: Trump admin ditches Biden-era plan to make airlines pay compensation for flight disruptionsThe Trump administration has decided to abandon a Biden-era plan that would have required airlines to pay cash compensation and cover lodging and meals for stranded passengers when airlines cause flight cancellations or changes.
Google facing $425.7 million in damages for nearly a decade of improper smartphone snooping
Read full article: Google facing $425.7 million in damages for nearly a decade of improper smartphone snoopingA federal jury has ordered Google to pay $425.7 million for improperly snooping on people’s smartphones during a nearly decade-long period of intrusions.
Trump asks Supreme Court to quickly take up tariffs case and reverse ruling finding them illegal
Read full article: Trump asks Supreme Court to quickly take up tariffs case and reverse ruling finding them illegalThe Trump administration is taking the fight over tariffs to the Supreme Court, asking the justices to rule quickly that the president has the power to impose sweeping import taxes under federal law.
Shopping online? What the end of the ‘de minimis’ customs exemption could mean for you
Read full article: Shopping online? What the end of the ‘de minimis’ customs exemption could mean for youOn Aug. 29, the Trump administration officially ended the de minimis customs exemption for all international shipments under $800.
More companies pull thousands of packages of shrimp for potential radioactive contamination
Read full article: More companies pull thousands of packages of shrimp for potential radioactive contaminationMore companies are recalling tens of thousands of packages of imported shrimp that may contain radioactive contamination.
Ford recalls more than 355,000 pickup trucks over instrument display failure on the dashboard
Read full article: Ford recalls more than 355,000 pickup trucks over instrument display failure on the dashboardFord is recalling more than 355,000 of its pickup trucks across the U.S. because of an instrument panel display failure that’s resulted in critical information, like warning lights and vehicle speed, not showing up on the dashboard.
Tips to save energy, money as temperatures rise in Central Florida
Read full article: Tips to save energy, money as temperatures rise in Central FloridaCentral Florida residents can expect extreme heat this week, with “feels like” readings forecasted to reach between 106 and 112 degrees across the entire region, according to News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan.
Above-ground pools recalled over strap that led to children drowning in Florida, 5 other states
Read full article: Above-ground pools recalled over strap that led to children drowning in Florida, 5 other statesFive million above-ground swimming pools are under a recall because a part of the pool’s design made it easier for young children to get in, leading to nine drownings in six states.
Trump says Coke will shift to cane sugar. But increasingly, shoppers want no sugar in their sodas
Read full article: Trump says Coke will shift to cane sugar. But increasingly, shoppers want no sugar in their sodasThe debate over whether Coca-Cola should use high-fructose corn syrup or cane sugar in its signature cola obscures an important fact: Consumers are increasingly looking for Coke with no sugar at all.
US imposes a 17% duty on fresh Mexican tomatoes in hopes of boosting domestic production
Read full article: US imposes a 17% duty on fresh Mexican tomatoes in hopes of boosting domestic productionThe U.S. government says it's placing a 17% duty on most fresh Mexican tomatoes after negotiations ended without an agreement to avert the tariff.
Trump's 50% tariff on Brazilian goods like coffee and orange juice could drive up US breakfast costs
Read full article: Trump's 50% tariff on Brazilian goods like coffee and orange juice could drive up US breakfast costsPresident Donald Trump’s threat to boost import taxes by 50% over Brazilian goods could drive up the cost of breakfast in the United States.
A ‘click-to-cancel’ rule, intended to make cancelling subscriptions easier, is blocked
Read full article: A ‘click-to-cancel’ rule, intended to make cancelling subscriptions easier, is blockedA “click-to-cancel” rule, which would have required businesses to make it easy for consumers to cancel unwanted subscriptions and memberships, has been blocked by a court days before it was set to go into effect.
Fourth of July gas prices in Florida the lowest since 2021, despite 12-cent uptick
Read full article: Fourth of July gas prices in Florida the lowest since 2021, despite 12-cent uptickAccording to a recent survey from the American Automobile Association, Florida gas prices rose 12 cents in the past week but were the lowest on Independence Day since 2021.
Florida mobile home parks are getting expensive, but not for residents who do this
Read full article: Florida mobile home parks are getting expensive, but not for residents who do thisAs mobile home residents deal with skyrocketing lot rental fees, experts recommend an affordable option when it comes to mobile home parks.
Government-backed loans fuel private equity takeover of Florida mobile home parks
Read full article: Government-backed loans fuel private equity takeover of Florida mobile home parksFederal mortgage giants are helping corporate investors acquire mobile home communities across Florida, leading to dramatic lot rent increases, a News 6 investigation reveals.
Florida school supply tax holiday here to stay, hurricane supply holiday goes away in new tax bill
Read full article: Florida school supply tax holiday here to stay, hurricane supply holiday goes away in new tax billAfter months of contentious debate, some in public, Florida lawmakers passed a budget Monday that included $1.3 billion in state and local tax cuts, but nothing as radical as leaders were proposing.
Mobile home residents in Central Florida face eviction risks as lot rents surge
Read full article: Mobile home residents in Central Florida face eviction risks as lot rents surgeMobile home residents in Central Florida say they are being priced out of what was supposed to be an affordable place to live.
Trump's tariffs would cut US deficits by $2.8T over 10 years and shrink the economy, CBO says
Read full article: Trump's tariffs would cut US deficits by $2.8T over 10 years and shrink the economy, CBO saysPresident Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff plan would cut deficits by $2.8 trillion over a 10-year period while shrinking the economy, raising the inflation rate and reducing the purchasing power of households overall.
70+ birthday freebies, discounts from Orlando-area businesses
Read full article: 70+ birthday freebies, discounts from Orlando-area businessesFor the frugal, the coupon clipper, the deal seeker, a birthday holds extra anticipation. As the birthday month begins, their inboxes are flooded with deals, rewards, freebies and more, the fruits of signing up for a variety of newsletters and rewards programs and downloading ALL OF THE APPS.
United is narrowing its check-in window for US flights. Here’s how it compares to other airlines
Read full article: United is narrowing its check-in window for US flights. Here’s how it compares to other airlinesStragglers beware: U.S. travelers flying with United Airlines will have to check in to domestic flights a little earlier starting next week.
New salmonella outbreak tied to same Florida grower with tainted cucumbers last year
Read full article: New salmonella outbreak tied to same Florida grower with tainted cucumbers last yearU.S. health officials are investigating a new outbreak of salmonella illnesses tied to a Florida grower whose tainted cucumbers were linked to more than 500 illnesses last year.
Dementia patient discharged from hospice over Medicare requirement. Here’s why it happened
Read full article: Dementia patient discharged from hospice over Medicare requirement. Here’s why it happenedA Volusia County woman is trying to figure out the next steps after her grandmother is dropped from hospice care.
Florida bill to allow adult children to sue for wrongful death of parents on hold with 1 day left in session
Read full article: Florida bill to allow adult children to sue for wrongful death of parents on hold with 1 day left in sessionConcerns about medical malpractice insurance premiums going up have stalled a bill that would finally allow adult children to sue for medical malpractice in the deaths of their parents, with one day left in the Florida Legislative Session.
This group tells Florida cities how much growth they need to account for
Read full article: This group tells Florida cities how much growth they need to account forThe Bureau of Economic Business and Research is contracted by the state to tell cities and counties how much growth they need to accommodate in the coming years.
Smartphones, laptops to be exempt from Trump administration’s ‘reciprocal’ tariffs
Read full article: Smartphones, laptops to be exempt from Trump administration’s ‘reciprocal’ tariffsU.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says tariff exemptions announced Friday on electronics like smartphones and laptops are only a temporary reprieve until the Trump administration develops a new tariff approach specific to the semiconductor industry, The Trump administration had said late Friday it will exclude electronics like smartphones and laptops from reciprocal tariffs, a move that could help keep the prices down for popular consumer electronics that aren’t usually made in the U.S....
US egg prices increase to record high, dashing hopes of cheap eggs by Easter
Read full article: US egg prices increase to record high, dashing hopes of cheap eggs by EasterU.S. egg prices increased again last month to reach a new record-high of $6.23 per dozen despite President Donald Trump’s predictions, a drop in wholesale prices and no egg farms having bird flu outbreaks.
My Safe Florida Home portal reopens for hurricane upgrades as state seeks to spend leftover cash
Read full article: My Safe Florida Home portal reopens for hurricane upgrades as state seeks to spend leftover cashA state program to help homeowners make upgrades to their homes against severe weather has leftover cash and now applicants have another chance to apply.
23andMe files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as co-founder and CEO Wojcicki resigns
Read full article: 23andMe files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as co-founder and CEO Wojcicki resigns23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and its co-founder and CEO has resigned as the struggling genetic testing company continues its push to cut costs.
Future of Social Security: More than half of Americans fear benefit cuts
Read full article: Future of Social Security: More than half of Americans fear benefit cutsWith the Social Security trust fund projected to run out by 2035 and absent any reforms, current payroll taxes will only be able to fund 83 percent of the scheduled benefits.
Florida bill cracks down on automatic gratuity at restaurants. What it means for guests
Read full article: Florida bill cracks down on automatic gratuity at restaurants. What it means for guestsFlorida lawmakers advanced a bill that would, among other things, ban automatic gratuity and service charges for parties of fewer than six guests at restaurants, cafes and other food service establishments.
‘I fell for it:’ Central Florida man loses thousands in cryptocurrency scheme
Read full article: ‘I fell for it:’ Central Florida man loses thousands in cryptocurrency schemeA Central Florida man lost tens of thousands of dollars in a cryptocurrency investment scheme that started with an “accidental” text message.
Trump administration takes down student debt repayment sites after appeals court ruling
Read full article: Trump administration takes down student debt repayment sites after appeals court rulingBorrowers trying to get into a student debt repayment plan are in limbo right now after the Trump Administration and Department of Education took down the online application form for several popular student debt repayment plans.
Waiting for a stimulus check? Better Business Bureau warns of taxpayer scam
Read full article: Waiting for a stimulus check? Better Business Bureau warns of taxpayer scamIn December, the Internal Revenue Service announced it would send payments to eligible taxpayers who didn’t receive one or more stimulus checks during the pandemic. Now, fraudsters are impersonating the IRS to steal info, says the Better Business Bureau.
Broken cable boxes cause headaches at Winter Park duplex
Read full article: Broken cable boxes cause headaches at Winter Park duplexA broken cable box in a Winter Park backyard has caused issues for a property manager trying to prepare the place for new tenants. They sent News 6 photos of the broken boxes and exposed wires, describing them as a safety hazard that limited her ability to renovate.
Citizens Property Insurance policies fall below 850,000 Florida customers as depopulation continues
Read full article: Citizens Property Insurance policies fall below 850,000 Florida customers as depopulation continuesThe state’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. last week shed about 100,000 policies, with its number of customers dropping to the lowest total in nearly three years.
Egg prices are soaring. Meet a Central Florida farmer who trying to meet demand
Read full article: Egg prices are soaring. Meet a Central Florida farmer who trying to meet demandIn Kissimmee, Florida, local egg farmer Wagner has seen demand for his eggs explode. What started as a humble backyard operation with just 12 chickens has grown into a thriving farm with more than 300 egg-producing hens. But despite his success, he’s feeling the pressure of rising costs.
‘Significant impact:’ Orlando IRS staff laid off with tax season underway
Read full article: ‘Significant impact:’ Orlando IRS staff laid off with tax season underwayThe National Treasury Employees Union and former IRS employees say around 100 or 1/3 of employees at the Orlando offices received their termination letter on Wednesday or Thursday. Why workers say this could impact you.
Quaker Oats recalls 10,000 boxes of Pearl Milling Company pancake mix for milk allergy risk
Read full article: Quaker Oats recalls 10,000 boxes of Pearl Milling Company pancake mix for milk allergy riskThe Quaker Oats Co. has recalled 10,000 boxes of pancake mix because it contains milk not declared on the label and could pose a risk of potentially dangerous allergic reactions.
Joann Fabrics will close 500 of its 800 stores, including these Central Florida stores
Read full article: Joann Fabrics will close 500 of its 800 stores, including these Central Florida storesJoann Fabrics will close almost all of its Central Florida stores as it grapples with bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year.
Q&A: What is behind January inflation increase, soaring egg prices
Read full article: Q&A: What is behind January inflation increase, soaring egg pricesThe latest inflation report shows prices were up in January, pushing the annual inflation rate to 3%. News 6 Anchor Lisa Bell spoke with CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger to dig deeper into the Consumer Price Index.
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.
Secrecy preceded the shutdown of the consumer protection agency's Washington headquarters
Read full article: Secrecy preceded the shutdown of the consumer protection agency's Washington headquartersPresident Donald Trump’s budget chief has sent an email to consumer protection agency employees telling them to stop working.