Florida CFO requests report on potential for investing some state retirement system funds into digital assets

Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis asked the State Board of Administration to furnish a report examining the feasibility, risk and possible benefits of allocating a portion of state retirement system funds to digital assets.

Town 'n' Country boutique supplies the style

One of the few remaining custom-clothing boutiques in Tampa, Peaches and Pearls Boutique, sits on a corner in Town ‘n’ Country.

The negative affects of storms on the Bay Area's farmland explained

Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused heartache for millions as Floridians scrambled to prepare for and find safety twice in just two weeks. Since the storms, the state has focused on surveying the damage and offering aid to displaced residents. 

IRS announces higher standard deductions for 2025

The IRS has announced higher standard deductions for U.S. taxpayers in 2025, allowing them to shield more income from taxation.

Should minimum wage be lower for workers who get tips? These 2 states will decide

The amount of money tipped workers make varies depending on the state. Currently, 14 states pay the federal minimum, or just above $2 an hour for tipped workers and $7 an hour for non-tipped workers.

Holiday spending projected to hit new record this year

Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Some Social Security recipients will get two payments in November. Here's why

Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive an additional check in November due to how the payment schedule is lined up.

Inflation reaches lowest point in 3 years; here's what prices came down most

The improved inflation stats show that it’s steadily moving back to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, with the agency likely to keep cutting its standard interest rate in 2024.

Top US states where you're most likely to discover gold today

Discover which U.S. states offer the best chances of striking gold. With California leading the way, see where amateur prospectors and professionals alike can find the richest gold deposits across the nation.