IRS to offer Taxpayer Assistance Centers on Saturday
The IRS is offering walk-in hours at dozens of Taxpayer Assistance Centers across the U.S. on Saturday, March 12 to offer help to taxpayers.
The IRS is offering walk-in hours at dozens of Taxpayer Assistance Centers across the U.S. on Saturday, March 12 to offer help to taxpayers.
Biden to sign order mandating study of cryptocurrency as its use explodes
The Biden administration views the explosive popularity of cryptocurrency as a call for acting with urgency to look at the risks and benefits of digital assets.
The Biden administration views the explosive popularity of cryptocurrency as a call for acting with urgency to look at the risks and benefits of digital assets.
Gas prices not likely to continue rising, experts say
Ever since Russia invaded Ukraine, gas prices have skyrocketed across the country, topping more than $4 a gallon in the Bay Area. Experts predict prices will continue to rise, but how high can we expect them to go? Not much higher according to Gas Buddy.
Ever since Russia invaded Ukraine, gas prices have skyrocketed across the country, topping more than $4 a gallon in the Bay Area. Experts predict prices will continue to rise, but how high can we expect them to go? Not much higher according to Gas Buddy.
Truckers feel the brunt of rising prices as diesel nears record high
The all-time record high for diesel fuel, according to AAA was about $4.85 a gallon back in 2008. Fast-forward 14 years and now AAA says diesel is hovering around $4.75.
The all-time record high for diesel fuel, according to AAA was about $4.85 a gallon back in 2008. Fast-forward 14 years and now AAA says diesel is hovering around $4.75.
Renters recall 'nightmare' experiences with corporate landlord Progress Residential
Companies are buying up rental properties faster than they can be listed for sale, squeezing renters and buyers totally out of the market.
Companies are buying up rental properties faster than they can be listed for sale, squeezing renters and buyers totally out of the market.
Gas prices: US national average to soon hit highest ever recorded, experts say
Gas is now a nickel short of the highest-ever recorded average price in the U.S., which was set on July 17, 2008, at $4.10 per gallon.
Gas is now a nickel short of the highest-ever recorded average price in the U.S., which was set on July 17, 2008, at $4.10 per gallon.
Mastercard, Visa suspend operations in Russia amid Ukraine invasion
Mastercard said cards issued by Russian banks will no longer be supported by its network and any card issued outside the country will not work at Russian stores or ATMs.
Mastercard said cards issued by Russian banks will no longer be supported by its network and any card issued outside the country will not work at Russian stores or ATMs.
Inflation higher than national average across Tampa Bay, crushing businesses and customers
Skyrocketing inflation is challenging small businesses across Tampa Bay to find ways to maintain their bottom lines, while also keeping costs down for customers.
Skyrocketing inflation is challenging small businesses across Tampa Bay to find ways to maintain their bottom lines, while also keeping costs down for customers.
Shell, BP pull out of energy investments in Russia over Ukraine invasion
Both Shell and BP announced they are pulling out of Russia, as President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine continues to take its toll on the country's economy, which is heavily dependent on foreign investments in its energy industry. “We are shocked by the loss of life in Ukraine, which we deplore, resulting from a senseless act of military aggression," Shell's CEO said. “Our decision to exit is one we take with conviction. We cannot — and we will not — stand by."
Both Shell and BP announced they are pulling out of Russia, as President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine continues to take its toll on the country's economy, which is heavily dependent on foreign investments in its energy industry. “We are shocked by the loss of life in Ukraine, which we deplore, resulting from a senseless act of military aggression," Shell's CEO said. “Our decision to exit is one we take with conviction. We cannot — and we will not — stand by."
Average US gas price spikes to $3.64, further increases likely
Gas prices in Florida have gone up an average of 33 cents per gallon since the beginning of the year, and $1.33 a gallon since the beginning of 2021. "Unless oil prices reverse course, the pain at the pump is about to get even worse for Floridians," one expert said.
Gas prices in Florida have gone up an average of 33 cents per gallon since the beginning of the year, and $1.33 a gallon since the beginning of 2021. "Unless oil prices reverse course, the pain at the pump is about to get even worse for Floridians," one expert said.
Target wage hike: Workers' pay could reach $24 an hour this year
Workers at Target stores and distribution centers in places like New York, where competition for finding and hiring staff is tough, could see starting wages as high as $24 an hour this year.
Workers at Target stores and distribution centers in places like New York, where competition for finding and hiring staff is tough, could see starting wages as high as $24 an hour this year.
What is SWIFT? A look at West’s toughest sanctions on Russia yet
On Saturday, The United States joined European allies to impose the most potentially crippling financial penalties yet on Russia — cutting some banks off from SWIFT. Here’s a look at what that means.
On Saturday, The United States joined European allies to impose the most potentially crippling financial penalties yet on Russia — cutting some banks off from SWIFT. Here’s a look at what that means.
Russia attack on Ukraine causes stock markets to fall, oil prices to jump
Stocks fell worldwide while oil prices on both sides of the Atlantic jumped by more than 5% after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched what leaders called a "brutal act of war" on Ukraine.
Stocks fell worldwide while oil prices on both sides of the Atlantic jumped by more than 5% after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched what leaders called a "brutal act of war" on Ukraine.
Shop smart: How to spot a fake review
More and more of us have come to rely on reviews from total strangers as we shop online. But experts say we should also take a moment to review the reviewer in order to avoid being duped.
More and more of us have come to rely on reviews from total strangers as we shop online. But experts say we should also take a moment to review the reviewer in order to avoid being duped.
Florida gas prices expected to keep rising; Russia-Ukraine crisis could drive prices up even more
With high demand and low supply, the price of gas in Florida is expected to keep on rising -- especially with spring break around the corner. President Biden also warned that gas prices could go higher if Russia invades Ukraine, though he said the US would deploy "all the tools and authority at our disposal to provide relief at the gas pump."
With high demand and low supply, the price of gas in Florida is expected to keep on rising -- especially with spring break around the corner. President Biden also warned that gas prices could go higher if Russia invades Ukraine, though he said the US would deploy "all the tools and authority at our disposal to provide relief at the gas pump."
Winner of $1 million lotto ticket sold in Plant City must claim prize by March 14
Time is running out for the winner of a $1.25 million jackpot to claim their prize.
Time is running out for the winner of a $1.25 million jackpot to claim their prize.
Social Security retirement age stops changing in 2022: What to know
The new full retirement age is 67 for anyone born after 1960.
The new full retirement age is 67 for anyone born after 1960.
Robot server lends a hand at Bradenton restaurant amid staffing challenges in hospitality industry
Pearl is a robot at Anna Maria Oyster Bar that can wheel out food and give servers a hand. "Pearl never misses a shift, Pearl is never late. She never needs a day off. She doesn't take vacation. She is here 7 days a week. That’s a great thing."
Pearl is a robot at Anna Maria Oyster Bar that can wheel out food and give servers a hand. "Pearl never misses a shift, Pearl is never late. She never needs a day off. She doesn't take vacation. She is here 7 days a week. That’s a great thing."
Florida bill would require students to take financial literacy course in order to graduate
If passed, Florida high school students would have to take a financial literacy class in order to graduate, which would include lessons on on credit scores, managing credit card debt, types of bank accounts to open, and how to file income taxes.
If passed, Florida high school students would have to take a financial literacy class in order to graduate, which would include lessons on on credit scores, managing credit card debt, types of bank accounts to open, and how to file income taxes.
Rents reach 'insane' levels across the country with no end in sight
From December 2020 to December 2021, the median rent in Tampa spiked more than 25%. Meanwhile, Miami became the least affordable housing market in the country with a whopping 49.8% increase.
From December 2020 to December 2021, the median rent in Tampa spiked more than 25%. Meanwhile, Miami became the least affordable housing market in the country with a whopping 49.8% increase.