1 day ago‘People are wanting to travel:‘ Central Florida tourism industry works to recover amid COVID-19 spikeTravel numbers continue to climb as the Florida economy enters the fifth month of dealing with the coronavirus.
2 days agoOrange County to reopen CARES Act portal next week for what could be last timeThe online portal for Orange County residents to apply for federal CARES Act funding will reopen Monday for what could be the last time, according to Mayor Jerry Demings.
2 days agoWhat’s the catch: Why is the housing market so unbelievably good right now?Attorney Justin Clark hosted some special guests on this week’s edition of “You Have Real Estate” -- and they discussed this question: Why is the housing market so strong...
2 days agoAs some Orlando-area businesses face COVID-19 closures, new ones move forward with plans to openAs the pandemic wears on, many established businesses are struggling to stay open, while others are moving forward with plans to open new ones.
3 days agoBrooks Brothers, worn by Lincoln and Kennedy, goes bankruptThe storied New York clothier Brooks Brothers is filing for bankruptcy protection.
I-Drive businesses banking on Disney’s reopening to bring much-needed financial boostThe partial reopening of Walt Disney World, which is set to begin Saturday, is expected to bring visitors to Central Florida and other local attractions are banking on th...
A special type of insurance helps with business interruptions like COVID-19 closures: How to ensure you’re taking full advantage
If the recent shutdowns seriously impacted your business, the government may owe you money -- this company wants to helpYes, you read this headline accurately: If the recent, COVID-19-related, government-mandated shutdowns seriously impacted your company or business, you may be entitled to...
Mount Dora businesses miss out on much-needed boost after leaders cancel Fourth of July eventsDue to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Mount Dora city officials canceled Friday night’s Freedom at the Waterfront fireworks show, as well as the Fourth of July parade ...
Real estate goes beyond buying, selling: How familiar are you with solar power?Considering everything that’s happening in the world with the coronavirus, we now have extended moratoriums on foreclosures and evictions -- yet, your home’s power can st...
Orange County’s tourism taxes down 95% in May, a minor improvement from April The latest tourist tax collection numbers are in and while they aren’t as low as last month’s, they still don’t look good.
Orange County’s tourism taxes down 95% in May, a minor improvement from April The latest tourist tax collection numbers are in and while they aren’t as low as last month’s, they still don’t look good.
Central Florida organization worried about 'tidal wave' of evictionsHeart of Florida United Way President Jeff Hayward said he feared thousands of families would face homelessness with Orange and Osceola counties reporting some of the sta...
Central Florida woman wins $2 million top prize on scratch-off gameAnother Central Floridian is a big winner from a scratch-off game.
Florida unemployment hits 14.5% in coronavirus’ wakeFlorida’s unemployment rate jumped higher in May, hitting a record 14.5% as the state continued reeling from the economic shutdowns caused by the corona virus outbreak.
Easing of restrictions brings fewer claims, more outbreaks in FloridaMore than 86,000 Floridians applied for new jobless benefits last week.
Another big winner: Winter Springs man wins $1 million with scratch-off gameRamzi Abdullah, 45, won the $1 million prize on the $5,000,000 Luck Scratch-off game, Florida Lottery officials announced.
Persistently high layoffs suggest a slow US economic reboundThe U.S. government issues its latest snapshot of the layoffs that have left millions unemployed.
Report: Nationwide coin shortage due to coronavirus shutdownsThe economic shutdown prompted by the coronavirus has had not just a financial impact but an impact on American currency itself.
What gifts NOT to buy on Father’s Day, according to one surveyFor those who are stumped about what kind of gift to buy for Father’s Day, maybe one suggestion that could help is this: Start with what not to buy for the occasion.
CARES Act portal to reopen to Orange County residents next weekAfter becoming overwhelmed for a third time by the number of residents trying to apply for federal CARES Act funding, Orange County leaders have announced plans to reopen...
US retail sales up 17.7% in a partial rebound from plunge U.S. retail sales jumped 17.7% from April to May, with spending partially rebounding after the coronavirus had shut down businesses, flattened the economy and paralyzed c...
$5 scratch-off game turns into $1 million prize for Orlando ManAn Orlando man turned $5 into $1 million with a lucky scratch.
Global shares skid on fears coronavirus outbreaks are reboundingAsian shares are mostly lower on concern over a resurgence of coronavirus cases and pessimism after Wall Street posted its worst week in nearly three months.
Gas prices rise as America reopensAs the U.S. reopens, and Americans begin to travel again, gas prices are on the rise.
Global shares slide as rising coronavirus cases haunt reopenings Asian shares have tumbled as reports of rising numbers of coronavirus infections in many countries raised fears over risks from reopenings from pandemic shutdowns.
Orlando woman wins $1 million from scratch-off gameAn Orlando woman is $1 million richer thanks to winning the top prize on the Florida Lottery’s The Fastest Road to $1,000,000 scratch-off game, officials announced.
1.5 million more laid-off workers seek unemployment benefitsThe U.S. government is set to issue its latest report on the layoffs that have left millions unemployed but that have markedly slowed as many businesses have partially re...
Asian shares slide after Wall Street retreat Shares are mostly higher in Asia as investors await the outcome of a Federal Reserve meeting.
Furloughed Epcot worker waiting for unemployment benefits living on canned vegetables, help from friends
Requests to help pour in for furloughed Disney bartenderNews 6 helps viewers Make Ends Meet during the pandemic.
Despite all the chaos, now is still the right time to invest in real estate, experts sayAlthough places have continued to reopen in Florida and plans remain underway for other businesses to follow suit, the coronavirus pandemic is not quite behind us.
Here’s how you can support the fight against racial injustice without leaving your homeProtests have popped up all over the world in the wake of George Floyd’s death.
‘Should I personalize my resume for each company?’ All your job search questions, answeredConsidering the current situation with furloughs and job loss amid the coronavirus pandemic, perhaps you’re thinking it’s a good time to start applying for a new career -...
1.9 million seek jobless aid even as reopenings slow layoffs amid coronavirus pandemicThe U.S. government is set to issue its latest report on the layoffs that have left millions unemployed.
Bank of America pledges $1 billion to fight racial inequalityBank of America is pledging a billion dollars to help fight racial inequality.
Hard times hitting home? Here are ways to avoid foreclosure amid pandemicDuring a time in which some people are being furloughed or have lost their jobs altogether, the reality of foreclosure can become a scary thing.
Retired motorcycle cop gives $5,000 to unemployed preschool teacher after News 6 reportA connection of fate and a News 6 report delivered an unexpected financial lifeline to furloughed Coral Springs preschool teacher Nikki DaCosta and her two daughters.
Save money on these items during Florida’s hurricane sales tax holidayStarting Friday, Floridians can save on hurricane supplies under a sales tax holiday signed into law by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
2.1 million more sought jobless aid in USAnother 2.1 million workers sought jobless aid in the U.S. last week, raising the total amount layoffs since the coronavirus virus struck to nearly 41 million.
Tuesday Morning becomes 5th big retailer to file Chapter 11Discount goods retailer Tuesday Morning has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the fifth major retailer to do so since the pandemic.
Is this something to ‘jump’ into? Pros, cons of buying a trampoline during a pandemicLet’s jump into a quandary for some parents scrambling to find entertainment options for their children, who have been home likely way more than usual, considering the CO...
US economy shrank at 5% annual rate in Q1The U.S. economy shrank at an even faster pace than initially estimated in the first three months of this year with economists continuing to expect a far worse outcome in...
5 tips to start a franchise in a pandemic economyHistorically, economic downturns have been among the best times for people to start franchises.
President Trump’s pitch to voters: Trust me, economy will soar in 2021President Donald Trump has a new pitch to voters for this fall.
Be in the know: All the things to expect at your house closingWhen a house is closed upon, there’s a lot on the line for both the sellers and the buyers.
Walmart, Sam’s Club employees to get $390 million in bonuses in JuneWalmart and Sam's Club employees are getting another round of cash bonuses in June.
Volusia offering up to $1,500 per month in mortgage assistanceVolusia County homeowners can sign up for help with their mortgages.
Stocks rise on hopes that awful jobs report marks the bottomAsian shares are surging on optimism the worst of the economic fallout from the pandemic may be over, as Wall Street logged its biggest rally in a week.
April jobs data to show epic losses and soaring unemploymentThe economic catastrophe caused by the viral outbreak likely sent the U.S. unemployment rate in April to its highest level since the Great Depression and caused a record-...
Coronavirus: Jobless rate spikes to 14.7%, highest since Great Depression The U.S. unemployment rate hits 14.7% in April.
5 virtual ideas to make Mother’s Day memorableMaybe the biggest difference between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day is the element of getting out of the house.
