Tampa Bay area rent increase outpaces rest of U.S.
According to a new study by the CoStar Group, rents in Tampa Bay are increasing faster than anyplace else in the entire country, up 15.6 percent since January.
According to a new study by the CoStar Group, rents in Tampa Bay are increasing faster than anyplace else in the entire country, up 15.6 percent since January.
Thousands of iPhones potentially compromised with spyware, group claims
The two groups accessed a leaked list of thousands of potential targets, although they said it is unclear how many smartphones were successfully hacked.
The two groups accessed a leaked list of thousands of potential targets, although they said it is unclear how many smartphones were successfully hacked.
2021 National Ice Cream Day deals
National Ice Cream Day falls on Sunday, July 18 this year. Some businesses – from national chains to Florida locals – are offering cool discounts to celebrate.
National Ice Cream Day falls on Sunday, July 18 this year. Some businesses – from national chains to Florida locals – are offering cool discounts to celebrate.
Report: Full-time minimum wage workers can only afford rent in 7% of US counties
A recent report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that full-time minimum-wage workers can’t afford rent in most areas of the U.S.
A recent report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that full-time minimum-wage workers can’t afford rent in most areas of the U.S.
Summer travel, economic recovery driving up gas prices
Drivers are facing pricier fill-ups as more people hit the road for work, travel and other activities that the virus pandemic halted. Higher demand for gasoline is running up against lagging supply as the energy industry slowly ramps up after more than a year of production and staff cuts.
Drivers are facing pricier fill-ups as more people hit the road for work, travel and other activities that the virus pandemic halted. Higher demand for gasoline is running up against lagging supply as the energy industry slowly ramps up after more than a year of production and staff cuts.
First child tax credit payment goes out July 15: What parents need to know
Millions of parents across the U.S. can expect to receive some extra cash this week, when the IRS will start distributing payments from the newly expanded child tax credit.
Millions of parents across the U.S. can expect to receive some extra cash this week, when the IRS will start distributing payments from the newly expanded child tax credit.
Johnson & Johnson recalling sunscreens due to traces of benzene
Johnson & Johnson says it is recalling five of its sunscreen products after some samples were found to contained low levels of benzene, a chemical that can cause cancer with repeated exposure.
Johnson & Johnson says it is recalling five of its sunscreen products after some samples were found to contained low levels of benzene, a chemical that can cause cancer with repeated exposure.
Sunscreen recall: Neutrogena, Aveeno products recalled over benzene
Johnson & Johnson is recalling certain sunscreens after traces of the carcinogen benzene was detected in some of its products.
Johnson & Johnson is recalling certain sunscreens after traces of the carcinogen benzene was detected in some of its products.
Chevy Bolt fire risk: GM warns owners of older models to park outside
General Motors is telling owners of some older Chevrolet Bolts to park them outdoors and not to charge them overnight because two of the electric cars caught fire after recall repairs were made.
General Motors is telling owners of some older Chevrolet Bolts to park them outdoors and not to charge them overnight because two of the electric cars caught fire after recall repairs were made.
Judge blocks new property insurance law
A federal judge has blocked the state from enforcing a key part of a new property-insurance law designed to combat fraud that prohibits roofing contractors advertising to potential customers.
A federal judge has blocked the state from enforcing a key part of a new property-insurance law designed to combat fraud that prohibits roofing contractors advertising to potential customers.
Celebrate National French Fry Day with these deals and freebies
July 13 is National French Fry Day and some restaurants are offering deals on the fried potatoes.
July 13 is National French Fry Day and some restaurants are offering deals on the fried potatoes.
Americans' tipping habits didn't improve during pandemic, poll finds
A survey of U.S. adults found that tipping habits did not improve during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite a boom in the food delivery service industry.
A survey of U.S. adults found that tipping habits did not improve during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite a boom in the food delivery service industry.
Unopened Super Mario 64 game from 1996 sells for $1.56 million
An unopened copy of Nintendo’s Super Mario 64 has sold at auction for $1.56 million.
An unopened copy of Nintendo’s Super Mario 64 has sold at auction for $1.56 million.
Gas prices pass $3 per gallon in Florida, AAA reports
The most expensive market in Florida is Panama City with a price of $3.14 per gallon reported.
The most expensive market in Florida is Panama City with a price of $3.14 per gallon reported.
Ritz leaves internet 'speechless' after explaining reason behind cracker shape
Some TikTok users didn’t believe Ritz’s explanation
Some TikTok users didn’t believe Ritz’s explanation
GM issues 2nd diesel pickup truck recall over engine block heater issues
The recall covers certain 2017 through 2019 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 pickups with 6.6-liter diesel engines and block heaters. Shorts can develop in the heater cord or terminals that connect the cable to the block heater.
The recall covers certain 2017 through 2019 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 pickups with 6.6-liter diesel engines and block heaters. Shorts can develop in the heater cord or terminals that connect the cable to the block heater.
McDonald’s to give out free fries on July 13, launch lifetime supply contest
Looking for ways to celebrate National Fry Day? McDonald’s is giving away free fries on July 13 and offering customers a chance to win free fries for life.
Looking for ways to celebrate National Fry Day? McDonald’s is giving away free fries on July 13 and offering customers a chance to win free fries for life.
7-Eleven Free Slurpee Day: Here’s how to get yours
7-Eleven Day will look a bit different this year. The convenience store chain is offering free small Slurpees for the entire month of July.
7-Eleven Day will look a bit different this year. The convenience store chain is offering free small Slurpees for the entire month of July.
Auranso children's nightgowns recalled due to 'risk of burn injuries'
The children’s nightgowns were exclusively sold on Amazon.
The children’s nightgowns were exclusively sold on Amazon.
Robocall Mitigation Database: FCC launches new program to combat spam calls
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is hoping consumers will experience a lot less annoying robocalls after they implemented a new program instructing phone providers nationwide to install caller ID verification to block spam calls.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is hoping consumers will experience a lot less annoying robocalls after they implemented a new program instructing phone providers nationwide to install caller ID verification to block spam calls.