Port 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.

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

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

Anyone who drives a car understands the sting of having to fill up their tank and pulling into the gas station, only to discover that gas prices have skyrocketed.

If you’re a new real estate investor, you might ask yourself, “Will the IRS know about my rental income?”

Thousands crowd into stores across Central Florida on Black Friday.

U.S. News & World Report has released its latest ranking of the best places to live in the country, including a look at the Sunshine State.

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

CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in The Villages, FL metro area using data from AAA.

Understanding how to give wisely, and safely, has never been more important.

Around 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.

The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace.

Grocery 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.

On Thursday, lawmakers said OK to seven constitutional amendments aimed at cutting property taxes in Florida.

A 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.

On Thursday, the Florida Public Service Commission approved a four-year rate hike for FPL — the largest in the company’s history.

About two-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.

DeSantis has been a vocal supporter for property tax reform. But this week, he put his foot down on providing relief to seniors alone.

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

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.

After 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.

A new report this month reveals that the Sunshine State is the top destination for fleeing NYC residents.

Time is ticking until Florida's last tax holiday of the year ends.

President 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.

As families struggle with food insecurity and rely on SNAP benefits, many face an additional challenge: feeding their beloved pets.

How 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.

As 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.

The report reveals the "most-fled" cities in the U.S. — and it turns out that No. 3 is in the Sunshine State.

With hurricane season coming to a close, U.S. News & World Report has released its latest ranking of insurance companies in the Sunshine State.

The next Mega drawing is for the eight largest jackpot since the game began.

Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of the most expensive neighborhoods in Orlando, FL.

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.

A new FAA-mandated flight reduction is taking effect across the country, impacting 40 of the nation’s busiest airports — including Orlando International Airport.

Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia holds a news conference in Orlando.

The 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.

With the government shutdown extending into a second month, there are some new concerns about how the space industry could be impacted.

Orange 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.

Orlando 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.

Florida Power & Light has released its suggestion for the optimal temperature to keep your home at this winter.

With the pause in SNAP benefits, delayed pay for some federal workers, and rising grocery prices, food pantries across Central Florida say demand for donations is surging.

As many people in Central Florida face uncertainties surrounding benefits such as SNAP during the government shutdown, a local restaurant in Umatilla is stepping up by giving away free food to kids who need it.

If these proposals get approved by lawmakers, Florida voters will get to decide on them in 2026.

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.

While the city of Winter Springs has been pushing back against accusations about mismanagement and misspending of tax dollars, the state Auditor General’s Office has sent another review of its findings.

With the average price of a new car hitting over $50,000 for the first time ever, does the old saying that a new car loses roughly 15% of its value as soon as it is driven off the lot remain largely true in 2025?

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.

For the first time in decades, there's a new resource for people with a gambling problem in Florida.

Federal funds for SNAP food stamp benefits will stop, raising concerns for millions of Americans.

Thirty days into the ongoing government shutdown, the looming expiration of SNAP benefits is causing growing concern across Central Florida.

According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, U.S. credit card debt has climbed to $1.209 trillion in the second quarter of 2025, up 2.3% ($27 billion) from Q1, and 5.87% higher ($67 billion) than last year’s Q2 debt.

After a heated scuffle over taxes earlier this month, Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia has finally sent a letter to Seminole County to resolve the matter.

Air traffic controllers and TSA agents at Orlando International Airport say they are working without pay as the government shutdown reaches 28 days.

Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of the highest value homes in Orlando, FL.

The Mega Millions jackpot surges past $750 million after no one won Tuesday night’s drawing.

Sanford residents could soon see their utility bills climb significantly as city leaders weigh a proposal to raise water and sewer rates by double-digit percentages over the next five years.

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Florida using data from AAA.

Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is.

A former Sanford woman was arrested on Thursday after state investigators accused her of stealing over $50,000 from public programs.

Carina Patterson says she applied for SNAP benefits last month to feed her family, but due to the government shutdown, her application is in limbo.

CheapInsurance.com compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Orlando using data from Gas Buddy

On Thursday, over a dozen new bills were filed, most of which dealt with property tax reform.

On Thursday night, the Central Florida chain has announced it’s closing one of its locations — the one in Orlando’s MetroWest neighborhood.

If you’ve ever gone to renew your vehicle registration and found out there’s a hold because of unpaid tolls, you’re not alone.

Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is.

Seminole County officials spent more than $31,000 in taxpayer money painting over bright green crosswalks after the Florida Department of Transportation ordered the county to remove the high visibility pavement markings this summer, financial records obtained by News 6 reveal.

At its core, estate planning is about making sure your wishes are carried out and that the people and causes you care about are protected.

Earlier this month, Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia blasted Seminole County after it approved its first property tax hike in nearly two decades.

These latest bills deal with issues like minimum wage requirements, insurance regulations, and even presidential elections.

This month, WalletHub has released its list of the safest cities in the U.S. — and one Florida locale is just a couple of spots from the bottom.

In Osceola County, some local food pantries are seeing a marked increase in demand as the ongoing government shutdown places many employees in precarious financial positions. With food prices rising, residents who have lost paychecks are turning to community assistance programs to get by.

A couple says movers threatened to hold their belongings if they did not pay $3,600 more than they were quoted.

Wallet getting lighter before you even board your flight? You’re not alone; lots of travelers face the same issue: They enter the airport and their money takes off before they do.

A real estate scam nearly left one Brevard County resident out of over $1.7 million, according to the sheriff’s office on Tuesday.

Lake County officials are moving closer to finding a solution to get an earlier start on a road expansion project that's been discussed since the 2000s.

After a surge in cord-cutting and rapid adoption of streaming services both during and after the pandemic, many Americans are now experiencing what can be described as “entertainment overindulgence.”

For the seventh year in a row, Forbes has released its list of the best employers in the country — and Florida in particular.

Way compiled statistics on car insurance in Orlando, Florida.

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

Legal sports betting in the United States has exploded in less than a decade, and it all started in the unlikeliest of places: the U.S. Supreme Court.

Disney’s domestic theme parks have raised prices for tickets and annual passes, with Walt Disney World’s peak one-day ticket surpassing $200 for the first time in its 54-year history.

CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in The Villages using data from AAA.

Older homeowners often say they want to downsize, but with mortgage rates hovering above 6%, selling a longtime home and starting over can be costly.

Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of homes for sale up to $500,000 in Orlando, FL.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has made it abundantly clear: if he had it his way, he would get rid of property taxes.

Some NASA employees on the Space Coast are hopeful they’ll continue working for as long as the government shutdown in Washington lasts.

Spirit Airlines passengers are facing fewer choices this fall, as the ultra-low-cost carrier begins cutting service to eleven cities across the country and trimming its workforce to stay afloat.

Florida’s last sales tax holiday in 2025 is already underway, but time is ticking until it comes to a close.

Victims are speaking out in a fraud case that left more than 100 Volusia County students and chaperones out of $400,000 after their overseas trip was canceled with no refunds.

During a news conference on Wednesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and state CFO Blaise Ingoglia highlighted certain parts of the state over what they dubbed “excessive” spending.

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

Many of these laws either establish new crimes or impose harsher penalties for existing crimes.

A massive fraud case involving over 100 Volusia County students and chaperones has now sparked an arrest warrant, according to the sheriff’s office.

The Orange County School Board unanimously voted on Tuesday to approve a controversial proposal to sell the historic 117-acre Hungerford property in Eatonville to Dr. Phillips Charities, a plan that has sparked opposition from town leaders.

On Tuesday, Florida’s minimum wage was hiked even further after state voters approved the change nearly five years ago.

Despite the interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve in early September, concerns about the health of the U.S. economy continue to mount.

A lawsuit claims corporations conspired with each other to raise lot rent prices at manufactured home parks.

Publix announced plans for yet another free tasting event at its stores this weekend to help showcase some of its products.

In the midst of hurricane season, one Florida lawmaker is proposing to get rid of sales taxes for a few new items.

Daytona Beach residents in the Mosaic neighborhood off LPGA Boulevard are asking for help after dozens have been injured on flooded sidewalks. Residents say over 40 people slipped and fell on these sidewalks in the first six months of 2025 alone.