Pasco County grows into sports destination, gives boost to local businesses and residents
Pasco County is cementing its foothold as a sports destination, giving a big boost to local businesses and residents, according to the latest tourism impact report.
Pasco County is cementing its foothold as a sports destination, giving a big boost to local businesses and residents, according to the latest tourism impact report.
Record number of 401(k) hardship withdrawals seen in 2022 amid cost-of-living crunch
A record-breaking number of Americans are making emergency withdrawals from their 401(k) retirement plans in order to cover a financial emergency as high inflation rages, according to new data from Vanguard Group.
A record-breaking number of Americans are making emergency withdrawals from their 401(k) retirement plans in order to cover a financial emergency as high inflation rages, according to new data from Vanguard Group.
America is more rent-burdened than ever: These cities take the biggest chunk of your budget
Renters in these U.S. cities pay, on average, more than 30% of their income in rent.
Renters in these U.S. cities pay, on average, more than 30% of their income in rent.
Powerball jackpot jumps to $653M
The jackpot is worth $653M with a cash value of $350.3M.
The jackpot is worth $653M with a cash value of $350.3M.
She closed her eyes and blindly picked lottery numbers. It worked.
“I had to go with my gut and my gut said to just close my eyes and pick,” the North Carolina woman said.
“I had to go with my gut and my gut said to just close my eyes and pick,” the North Carolina woman said.
School bus driver wins $150,000 on $5 scratch-off and plans to pay off mortgage
Paula Harris, a 59-year-old school bus driver in North Carolina, said she also hopes to use the winnings to help out her kids.
Paula Harris, a 59-year-old school bus driver in North Carolina, said she also hopes to use the winnings to help out her kids.
Still leaving a tip? Why frustration is growing among customers
As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, customers are automatically being prompted to leave a gratuity — many times as high as 30%.
As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, customers are automatically being prompted to leave a gratuity — many times as high as 30%.
Americans struggling to make car payments is highest since Great Recession
Car repossessions are growing as Americans still struggle with high car prices and inflation.
Car repossessions are growing as Americans still struggle with high car prices and inflation.
Amazon Prime ends free grocery delivery on orders under $150
Currently, the company offers members free grocery deliveries on orders above $35, with the exception of New York, where it’s $50.
Currently, the company offers members free grocery deliveries on orders above $35, with the exception of New York, where it’s $50.
Extra SNAP benefits that began due to COVID set to end next month in 32 states
Some 40 million Americans get help buying groceries each month through the federal food stamp program, called SNAP. Additional COVID funds are soon expiring for many.
Some 40 million Americans get help buying groceries each month through the federal food stamp program, called SNAP. Additional COVID funds are soon expiring for many.
No, Walt Disney will not appear on the $100 bill, a claim started as satire
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which produces U.S. paper currency, said it has no plans to ever feature any Walt Disney-related images, characters or icons.
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which produces U.S. paper currency, said it has no plans to ever feature any Walt Disney-related images, characters or icons.
TECO, Duke Energy customers face higher bills as utility companies ask Florida to approve more rate hikes
Duke Energy Florida and Tampa Electric Co. are seeking state approval to pass along hundreds of millions of dollars in additional costs to customers because of hurricanes and higher-than-expected natural gas prices. If approved, Duke customers would see a 20% increase in their bills, while TECO's rates would go up by 10%.
Duke Energy Florida and Tampa Electric Co. are seeking state approval to pass along hundreds of millions of dollars in additional costs to customers because of hurricanes and higher-than-expected natural gas prices. If approved, Duke customers would see a 20% increase in their bills, while TECO's rates would go up by 10%.
Tax season officially begins: Here is what to know
Americans can officially start filing their individual income tax returns for 2022 on Monday.
Americans can officially start filing their individual income tax returns for 2022 on Monday.
Is tipping getting out of control? Most consumers say yes
As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, consumers are prompted to leave a tip at places they typically wouldn’t. Some feel it has become more frustrating as the price of items has risen because of inflation.
As more businesses adopt digital payment methods, consumers are prompted to leave a tip at places they typically wouldn’t. Some feel it has become more frustrating as the price of items has risen because of inflation.
Most Americans don't know their life expectancy; that's a problem in retirement planning
A critical part of saving for retirement is figuring out how long the money needs to last. But most Americans do not know their life expectancy – and that worries researchers.
A critical part of saving for retirement is figuring out how long the money needs to last. But most Americans do not know their life expectancy – and that worries researchers.
Netflix is hiring a flight attendant for one of its private jets—and the job pays up to $385,000
Job candidates can apply now for the role on the Netflix website for a chance to travel and earn a quality salary.
Job candidates can apply now for the role on the Netflix website for a chance to travel and earn a quality salary.
Couple wins $1M after misplacing lottery ticket in wife's purse
Terry Peace of North Carolina said he might take early retirement.
Terry Peace of North Carolina said he might take early retirement.
Mega Millions drawing: Here are the winning numbers for the $1.35 billion jackpot
After 25 drawings without a winner, the Mega Millions jackpot has reached the second-largest prize in game history.
After 25 drawings without a winner, the Mega Millions jackpot has reached the second-largest prize in game history.
New rule could give House lawmakers a tax-free $34,000 pay bump
The rule would allow House members to be reimbursed for living expenses, food and travel while working in Washington, D.C.
The rule would allow House members to be reimbursed for living expenses, food and travel while working in Washington, D.C.
US inflation slows to 6.5% over past 12 months, easing some pressure
The softer readings add to growing signs that the worst inflation in four decades is gradually waning.
The softer readings add to growing signs that the worst inflation in four decades is gradually waning.