Florida, Texas top U-Haul's list of most popular destinations for movers in 2022
U-Haul says Florida and Texas ranked as the top destinations for one-way movers last year, while demand for trucks spiked for those wanting to leave California, Illinois and New York.
U-Haul says Florida and Texas ranked as the top destinations for one-way movers last year, while demand for trucks spiked for those wanting to leave California, Illinois and New York.
Inflatable paddleboards sold at Costco recalled due to drowning hazard
The glue on the inflatable paddleboards can separate at the seams and the boards can deflate unexpectedly, "posing a drowning hazard," officials said.
The glue on the inflatable paddleboards can separate at the seams and the boards can deflate unexpectedly, "posing a drowning hazard," officials said.
ZLINE gas ranges sold at Lowe's, Home Depot recalled over carbon monoxide danger
About 28,000 ZLINE gas ranges are being recalled because the oven can release “dangerous levels” of carbon monoxide while in use, which can cause illness or death, officials said.
About 28,000 ZLINE gas ranges are being recalled because the oven can release “dangerous levels” of carbon monoxide while in use, which can cause illness or death, officials said.
Tampa named best place to live in Florida by Forbes
There are plenty of reasons to call Florida home — but when it comes to the best place to live in the Sunshine State, Tampa has just been named #1 by Forbes.
There are plenty of reasons to call Florida home — but when it comes to the best place to live in the Sunshine State, Tampa has just been named #1 by Forbes.
Starbucks to change number of rewards 'stars' needed for free drinks in February
Starbucks is also changing what tiers certain food, drinks, and other products can get redeemed through.
Starbucks is also changing what tiers certain food, drinks, and other products can get redeemed through.
Some families going into debt to visit Walt Disney World, new study finds
A new study shows that some families are willingly going into debt to visit Walt Disney World in Orlando, with dining and ticket prices higher than what many had initially anticipated or budgeted for. However, 71% of those surveyed don't regret incurring debt for their Disney vacations and memories.
A new study shows that some families are willingly going into debt to visit Walt Disney World in Orlando, with dining and ticket prices higher than what many had initially anticipated or budgeted for. However, 71% of those surveyed don't regret incurring debt for their Disney vacations and memories.
Tampa ranks 2nd in US for highest home price increases since last year
Tampa ranked second behind Miami for US metropolitan areas that saw the highest home price increases year-over-year, according to new data from Standard & Poor. The data from October 2021 to October 2022 showed home prices in Tampa went up by 20.5%.
Tampa ranked second behind Miami for US metropolitan areas that saw the highest home price increases year-over-year, according to new data from Standard & Poor. The data from October 2021 to October 2022 showed home prices in Tampa went up by 20.5%.
Tampa Bay start-up company will make holiday returns for you — and it's all through an app
If you're dreading making those holiday returns to Amazon or the mall, a local start-up wants to take that off your hands — and it's done all through an app. Right now, the service is only available in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties.
If you're dreading making those holiday returns to Amazon or the mall, a local start-up wants to take that off your hands — and it's done all through an app. Right now, the service is only available in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties.
McDonald's unveils first automated location, social media worried it will cut 'millions' of jobs
The new Texas location uses technology to minimize human interaction when ordering and picking up food.
The new Texas location uses technology to minimize human interaction when ordering and picking up food.
Target’s Pillowfort Weighted Blankets recalled after asphyxiation deaths of 2 children
The weighted blankets pose an entrapment hazard for children which can lead to asphyxiation, the CPSC warns.
The weighted blankets pose an entrapment hazard for children which can lead to asphyxiation, the CPSC warns.
New federal food label law has unintended effect: Sesame now in more foods
Many manufacturers now find it simpler and less expensive to add sesame to a product — and to label it — than to try to keep it away from other foods or equipment with sesame.
Many manufacturers now find it simpler and less expensive to add sesame to a product — and to label it — than to try to keep it away from other foods or equipment with sesame.
Santa’s house at the North Pole is now worth $1.15 million, Zillow says
Santa and Mrs. Claus first claimed their home on Zillow’s website in 2016, giving people around the world a glimpse into their enchanted lives.
Santa and Mrs. Claus first claimed their home on Zillow’s website in 2016, giving people around the world a glimpse into their enchanted lives.
Popeyes brings back free chicken sandwich deal through end of 2022
Popeyes is ending 2022 on a high note with another buy-one, get-one deal. Here's how to redeem the offer.
Popeyes is ending 2022 on a high note with another buy-one, get-one deal. Here's how to redeem the offer.
CVS, Walgreens among retailers limiting purchases of children's pain-relief medicine
CVS and Walgreens announced Monday they are limiting how many children’s pain relief medications people can buy at once amid a surge in children's respiratory viruses.
CVS and Walgreens announced Monday they are limiting how many children’s pain relief medications people can buy at once amid a surge in children's respiratory viruses.
Christmas tree demand remains high in US despite inflation
Retailers from Home Depot and Lowes to mom and pop operations raised their prices on trees — but people are still buying them.
Retailers from Home Depot and Lowes to mom and pop operations raised their prices on trees — but people are still buying them.
Gas prices fall for 5th week in a row as drivers prepare for holiday traveling
The average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline continues to drop toward $3 in Florida and is lower than a year ago.
The average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline continues to drop toward $3 in Florida and is lower than a year ago.
Bay Area shoppers getting last-minute gifts ahead of Christmas
Shoppers are scrambling to get last-minute gifts now that Hanukkah has already begun and Christmas is around the corner.
Shoppers are scrambling to get last-minute gifts now that Hanukkah has already begun and Christmas is around the corner.
Christmas meals will cost 16.4% more this year
The average grocery basket for Christmas dinner will cost an average of $60, Datasembly reported.
The average grocery basket for Christmas dinner will cost an average of $60, Datasembly reported.
'Worst' holiday gift survey suggests people don’t like fruitcake, weight-loss items or Christmas ties
In addition, almost 80% of American respondents said they think they’re good at faking enthusiasm when they open a bad gift.
In addition, almost 80% of American respondents said they think they’re good at faking enthusiasm when they open a bad gift.
Gov. DeSantis signs bills aimed at overhauling property insurance, providing hurricane relief
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed two massive bills into law that legislators passed during this past week's special session, intended to overhaul the state's troubled property insurance system and provide over $750 million to communities recovering from hurricanes.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed two massive bills into law that legislators passed during this past week's special session, intended to overhaul the state's troubled property insurance system and provide over $750 million to communities recovering from hurricanes.