Florida homeowners are paying some of the nation’s highest HOA fees relative to what they pay on their homes, according to a new Realtor.com report.

Try this: for one week, everything you spend money on – bills, groceries, gas, takeout, dine-in, entertainment, etc. – for one week, pay for it all with cash. We still call it “spending money,” but increasingly, there’s no money to see, touch, count, hand over, or... spend. And that raises an interesting question: when spending stops feeling like spending, do we spend more?

Since launching its mobile food pantry in June, the Salvation Army of Osceola County has seen a steady climb in the number of families seeking food assistance, and officials say they expect that trend to continue.

Florida’s final scheduled minimum wage hike is slated to take place this month.

On Thursday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted the state’s new History of Communism standards as the new school year begins. News 6 takes a look at exactly what students are being taught.

The Iran war has dramatically slowed oil moving through the Strait of Hormuz — a critical shipping lane that previously carried about 20% of the world’s petroleum. The disruption has sent prices surging across the country, and President Trump says oil prices likely won’t come down until November.

When someone a household depends on passes away, the loss can create a financial hole for the people who depended on that income. That’s where life insurance comes in. So figuring out whether you need life insurance – and how much – starts with a relatively simple but uncomfortable question: “If you died tomorrow, would anyone else suffer financially?”

Gas prices were seen back up over the $4 mark in Orlando on Tuesday after a Labor Day weekend that saw prices hover around $3.90 a gallon. News 6 spotted a Wawa station with $4.19 a gallon for regular unleaded, $5.89 a gallon for diesel.

As families prepare to travel for Labor Day, they’re also facing record-high gas prices for the holiday weekend. According to AAA, the national average for a gallon of gasoline is $4.14, which is 31 cents higher than the Labor Day record of $3.83 that was set in 2012.

Many students will have to prepare for some new lectures starting with the 2026-2027 school year.

It’s not so much that kids aren’t moving out – many are also returning home once they’ve finished college. That decision to stay with the ‘rents can come down to the math: housing costs, utilities, groceries, student loans, car payments, and health insurance can make living independently difficult, even for someone earning a steady paycheck. So moving back home may be the answer, but is it a sustainable solution?

Gas prices are already pushing $4 a gallon across Central Florida, and the intense summer heat is making every drop count even more. The U.S. Department of Energy offers several tips to get the most out of a tank of fuel this summer.

Big oil companies continue to book massive profits as fighting in Iran disrupts energy markets and sends oil and gasoline prices sharply higher.

If it’s been a while and you’re buying or selling a home, expect more planning – and fewer assumptions.

President Donald Trump is going ahead with new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners just as the clock runs out Friday on stopgap levies he imposed after a stinging defeat at the Supreme Court.

President Donald Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products.

Many students will have to prepare for lectures about communism starting with the 2026-2027 school year.

"Since COVID-19, the foot traffic is very, very slow," business owner Yehya Rizeq said of Church Street in downtown Orlando. "It’s not recovered yet." A new project breaking ground hopes to change that, but Rizeq worries they can't survive much longer.

International travel is evolving. For years, the rule of thumb for many American travelers was simple: if you had a valid U.S. passport, you could travel just about anywhere. However, the rules for international travel are becoming more complicated. Here's what you need to know.

Rideshare drivers will be in demand this July 4 weekend as travelers head to parties, events and destinations, but for rideshare drivers themselves, gas prices will soak up that extra income, and those we talked to say they may be choosier about the trips they take.

Americans are doing more to prepare for retirement but feel less confident they’ll actually be ready for it. That’s one of the key findings from new reports examining the financial outlook of workers and retirees. Despite increasing contributions to retirement accounts and nearing experts’ recommended savings targets, confidence in having enough money to live comfortably in retirement continues to slide.

The Seminole County Property Appraiser estimates that the governor’s property tax proposal would result in a reduction of $409 million in tax revenue for the county.

Florida has been an incredibly popular state for a while now, bringing in millions of new residents over the past few years. But there have also been plenty of people who decided to pick up and leave.

In an appearance in Orange County Wednesday, Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia criticized the county government's spending, calling it "excessive" and "wasteful."

The number of Americans filing for jobless aid rose last week but remains historically low despite the economic uncertainty caused by the war in Iran.

Travel experts say rising fuel costs are driving up airfare prices, and the trend is unlikely to reverse anytime soon — leaving many would-be vacationers paying more or rethinking their plans altogether.

On Feb. 20, in a 6-3 decision, the court ruled the Trump administration had overstepped its authority by using a 1977 emergency law – the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or IEEPA – to impose sweeping tariffs on imports. More than 3,000 companies have filed suit against the government to secure those refunds; some suits were filed before the ruling was handed down.

The new "History of Communism" class coming to Florida schools later this year will now also discuss Nicolas Maduro, among many other topics, a state memo reveals.

Osceola County commissioners are set to vote on releasing the first $25 million in tourist tax funding for a state-of-the-art training facility at Osceola Heritage Park.

President Donald Trump turned a tax policy into a political stage prop this week, using a DoorDash delivery to the Oval Office to promote his “no tax on tips” message before the federal filing deadline. A recent analysis, however, shows few households benefit because they earn too little to owe taxes in the first place.

Delta Air lines is joining a growing list of U.S. carriers raising checked bag fees.

In Central Florida, prices are climbing even higher — reaching $4.22 per gallon ahead of the Easter weekend.

U.S. carrier JetBlue has raised its checked bag fees by as much as $9 as the war in the Middle East disrupts global oil supplies.

The U.S. national debt has hit a record $39 trillion.

If you rely on rideshare apps or food delivery services, you may soon notice longer wait times — or fewer drivers available. Drivers say rising gas prices are cutting into their profits and forcing many to rethink when and where they work.

In a rare bipartisan effort for a deeply divided Congress, the Senate has passed a broad bill to make U.S. housing more accessible and affordable.

Gas prices likely won’t be back below $3 a gallon in the near future. So we want to know: What solutions do you have against rising gas prices? We have three apps that could help.

American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain.

American employers unexpectedly cut 92,000 jobs last month, a sign that the labor market remains under strain.

Florida drivers saw a sharp jump in pump prices this week, with the state average increasing by more than 30 cents per gallon between Monday and Wednesday.

CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger explained what’s driving the recent price swings.

Florida gas prices face uncertainty as crude oil prices climb.

A new report this week details the hardest-working cities in America. And one city in particular took the top spot for Florida.

Tariffs are in the news at the moment.

The Supreme Court strikes down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs.

If it feels like your credit card points don’t stretch as far as they once did, you’re not imagining it, because even if you’re earning the same number of points or miles, their value has quietly been shrinking.

Eddie Bauer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection – but the iconic outdoor brand itself is not going out of business.

There are some key areas that have changed between 2024 filings and 2025 filings. Here's what to know

You’ve probably heard before that cars get better gas mileage when the temperatures drop. So is that fact or myth?

You’ve probably heard before that cars get better gas mileage when the temperatures drop. So is that fact or myth?

Florida gas prices jumped again last week, climbing to a weekly high of $2.93 per gallon on Friday.

Florida has brought in millions over the past few years. But according to a new report, over half a million have fled.

New car prices have surged, driven by inflation and a growing appetite for bigger, more expensive vehicles. Here's what to know when navigating these new car purchases

President Donald Trump has announced he is canceling a planned tariff on U.S. allies in Europe over Greenland.

Many students will have to prepare for lectures about communism coming later this year.

Garnishments were suspended during the global pandemic but now, they’re back and a lot of folks are about to receive some unpleasant news.

Wall Street is seeing positive results as big banks report increased profits.

The discount grocery chain Aldi is expanding rapidly and plans to open more than 180 U.S. stores this year as more Americans skip nights out at restaurants and cook at home due to anxiety over the nation’s economy.

Florida’s average gas price is 14 cents less than it was a week ago and even 44 cents less than one year ago, AAA said.

President Donald Trump signed a New Year’s Eve proclamation delaying increased tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets and vanities for a year, citing ongoing trade talks.

Florida is set to join roughly 20 other states that are increasing their minimum wages in 2026.

In a story published Dec. 26, 2025, about holiday shopping trends, The Associated Press erroneously reported that clothing, and electronics stores traditionally see sales rise during the holiday and that thrift stores recorded a 5.5% increase in sales over the Black Friday weekend, citing Placer.

The U.S. economy economy expanded at a strong 4.3% annual rate from July through September as consumer spending, exports and government spending all grew.

According to the director of the Institute for Economic Forecasting, this year's tourism tax revenue marked the highest annual collections for Orange County, largely due to the opening of Universal’s Epic Universe.

Hopes for solving a major health insurance issue are fading in Washington.

The Federal Reserve reduced its key interest rate for the third time in a row Wednesday but signaled that it may leave rates unchanged in the coming months.

Costco is joining other companies that aren’t waiting to see whether the Supreme Court strikes down President Donald Trump’s most sweeping import taxes.

Warehouse club memberships may be optional but for millions of households, they’ve become part of the modern budgeting strategy.

The county had provided more than $1.3 million in incentives to Kroger and Ocado to support the facility, which employs some 1,400 people who are expected to be laid off.

Why do large companies sometimes lobby for regulation in their own industries?

Black 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.

The theory sounds simple enough, but here's why it doesn't hold up.

Florida gas prices averaged $3.10 per gallon on Sunday.

Thanksgiving may still be days away, but for many Americans, the Christmas season has already arrived.

Bottom line: it’s becoming a widespread consumer headache, fueled by increasing costs and subscription overload.

President Donald Trump has announced the removal of U.S. tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruits and other commodities.

As 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.

This 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.

President Donald Trump boasts that his tariffs protect American industries, lure factories to the United States, raise money for the federal government and give him diplomatic leverage.

Basically, because new job hiring has shown little growth as of late (we’re actually not 100% sure because there is no “official” monthly jobs report because of the government shutdown), those with jobs are holding on to them tighter – in essence “hugging” the current jobs until something better comes along.

The Trump administration has decided not to offer the IRS' electronic tax filing system for free next year, and its future is unclear.

Florida has been a hotspot for movers in recent years, bringing in millions of new residents during that time. And that number is only expected to keep growing.

Signs of a potential end to the government shutdown are intensifying with behind-the-scenes talks.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy predicted Tuesday that there could be chaos in the skies next week if the government shutdown drags on and air traffic controllers miss a second paycheck.

The 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.

While the threat of a recession seems to have abated, there’s another danger looming over Florida’s future, UCF economist Sean Snaith announced in his latest forecast.

The 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.

The Trump administration is moving to overrule state laws that protect consumers’ credit reports from medical debt.

Most 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.

Some seniors say the Social Security Administration's cost-of-living adjustment won’t help much in their ability to pay for their daily expenses.

Nearly 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.

The government shutdown has reopened debate on the future of health coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

Like 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.”

Orlando International Airport employees are collecting nonperishable food items and gift cards for TSA agents, air traffic controllers, and customs agents who continue to work without pay during the federal government shutdown.

President 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.

While the next Legislative session is still a couple of months away, Florida lawmakers are already busy filing new bills that could become law.

After the Palm Bay City Council made a push last week to suspend Councilman Chandler Langevin over his social media comments, Langevin has now issued a "final statement" on the matter.

A highly anticipated city council meeting Thursday could start the process of potentially removing a member of the council.

The 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.

More 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.