By the numbers: How people are being hit by coronavirus-related scams
Looking at the most recent available numbers, more than 36,000 coronavirus-related fraud complaints have been filed so far this year with well over $24 million in losses.
Looking at the most recent available numbers, more than 36,000 coronavirus-related fraud complaints have been filed so far this year with well over $24 million in losses.
Limited number of stores, restaurants reopen at International Plaza, University Town Center
For the first time in weeks, the International Plaza mall and the University Town Center mall in Sarasota were back open.
For the first time in weeks, the International Plaza mall and the University Town Center mall in Sarasota were back open.
Krispy Kreme selling Key Lime glazed doughnuts for a limited time; lemon flavored treats coming soon
Key lime pie is a delectable treat made famous right here in the Sunshine State. But for a very limited time, you can get that same flavor in a Krispy Kreme doughnut!
Key lime pie is a delectable treat made famous right here in the Sunshine State. But for a very limited time, you can get that same flavor in a Krispy Kreme doughnut!
New bill proposes student loan forgiveness for health care workers on front lines of COVID-19 fight
Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., introduced a bill on Tuesday that would forgive all federal and private student loan debt for front line healthcare workers risking their lives to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic.
Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., introduced a bill on Tuesday that would forgive all federal and private student loan debt for front line healthcare workers risking their lives to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic.
Publix reports billion-dollar jump in sales amid pandemic
Publix just did the numbers, and they are pretty astounding. In the first two weeks after a national emergency was declared because of COVID-19, Publix sales spiked by $1-billion.
Publix just did the numbers, and they are pretty astounding. In the first two weeks after a national emergency was declared because of COVID-19, Publix sales spiked by $1-billion.
Ritz Cheese Cracker sandwiches recalled after peanut butter discovered inside
A 'limited quantity' is being recalled after the mixup in packaging.
A 'limited quantity' is being recalled after the mixup in packaging.
As they reopen, restaurants insist diners' safety is top priority
Restaurants across the state started serving dine-in customers again Monday, but with some changes including limited seating, disposable menus, and a heavy focus on sanitation.
Restaurants across the state started serving dine-in customers again Monday, but with some changes including limited seating, disposable menus, and a heavy focus on sanitation.
Bartow ends grace period for overdue electric bills
Last month, as a result of soaring unemployment because of COVID-19, the city of Bartow gave residents who were having a hard time paying their electric bill a grace period. That grace period came to an end Monday.
Last month, as a result of soaring unemployment because of COVID-19, the city of Bartow gave residents who were having a hard time paying their electric bill a grace period. That grace period came to an end Monday.
Store owners cautious as retail allowed to reopen
For the first time in more than a month, Retail business in Florida started opening their doors again Monday, as Governor DeSantis' phase one of reopening the began.
For the first time in more than a month, Retail business in Florida started opening their doors again Monday, as Governor DeSantis' phase one of reopening the began.
Tampa area Westfield malls to reopen May 15
Westfield malls in the Tampa area will reopen to the public on May 15, the company announced.
Westfield malls in the Tampa area will reopen to the public on May 15, the company announced.
J.Crew files for Chap. 11 bankruptcy as pandemic smothers retail
The owner of J.Crew is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, two months after the first person in New York tested positive for COVID-19.
The owner of J.Crew is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, two months after the first person in New York tested positive for COVID-19.
Americans without bank accounts must wait for federal stimulus checks
A House Ways and Means Committee memo obtained by AP estimated about 5 million paper checks will be issued each week, meaning those most in need could wait many weeks for their payments.
A House Ways and Means Committee memo obtained by AP estimated about 5 million paper checks will be issued each week, meaning those most in need could wait many weeks for their payments.
How malls in Florida plan to reopen with limited capacity
Come Monday, retailers across Florida will slowly reopen their business. But that doesn’t mean the same goes for all malls.
Come Monday, retailers across Florida will slowly reopen their business. But that doesn’t mean the same goes for all malls.
Publix sees $1 billion sales increase during coronavirus pandemic
While many companies across the country have been struggling during the coronavirus pandemic, grocery stores like Publix are seeing sizable profits.
While many companies across the country have been struggling during the coronavirus pandemic, grocery stores like Publix are seeing sizable profits.
Chick-fil-A launches meal kits as more people cook at home
The chicken chain is also ramping up its retail efforts selling bottles of its Polynesian sauces at retailers.
The chicken chain is also ramping up its retail efforts selling bottles of its Polynesian sauces at retailers.
Starbucks to reopen 90% of US stores by June in ‘carefully planned stages,’ according to report
U.S. stores will be open for to-go and delivery service, with cafe seating remaining closed to customers.
U.S. stores will be open for to-go and delivery service, with cafe seating remaining closed to customers.
Jose Cuervo will pay for your local Mexican takeout in honor of Cinco de Mayo
Jose Cuervo wants people to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with an authentic Mexican meal on them.
Jose Cuervo wants people to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with an authentic Mexican meal on them.
Coronavirus keeps Florida's gasoline prices low
The average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is below $2 throughout Florida, according to the AAA auto club. Amid a 70-percent decline in demand because of the coronavirus, prices are down $1 a gallon from a year ago and average $1.77 a gallon.
The average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is below $2 throughout Florida, according to the AAA auto club. Amid a 70-percent decline in demand because of the coronavirus, prices are down $1 a gallon from a year ago and average $1.77 a gallon.
SNAP benefits expanded for online grocery store orders
Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, will be able to shop for groceries online during the coronavirus pandemic.
Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, will be able to shop for groceries online during the coronavirus pandemic.
Dining out during a pandemic: Experts release guide for restaurants to reopen
As Florida looks to gradually lift coronavirus restrictions, it will likely mean heading back to your favorite restaurant will be much different from before.
As Florida looks to gradually lift coronavirus restrictions, it will likely mean heading back to your favorite restaurant will be much different from before.