New Kentucky bill could exempt diapers from state's sales tax
For weary parents rolling up their sleeves for diaper duty, a bill in Kentucky would deliver tax relief when purchasing a necessity that adds up to a big expense.
Why Floridians are experiencing price swings at the pump – and why that might stick around for a while
You might have noticed fluctuating prices at the pump in the past few weeks – and AAA has a reason for that.
Survey reveals top 10 in-demand jobs, market predictions for 2024
Most of the positions on the list represented jobs that were highly flexible or self-employed.
Lower gas prices expected in 2024 and weather, geopolitics could play role
Analysts said growing oil production in the U.S., as well as greater inventories, could lead to prices falling by at least 15 cents through the year.
US national debt nears $34 trillion; majority of voters say economy is in bad shape
The U.S. government’s total debt was fast approaching $34 trillion as of Friday afternoon, according to the latest numbers from the U.S. Treasury.
Housing affordability plummeted to lowest level on record in 2023
Just a fraction of homes for sale in 2023 were affordable for the typical American
Gen X advised to ‘stop spending’ due to largest retirement savings wealth gap of any generation
Economist argues less spending equals a 'milder’ recession.
Federal Reserve nears victory over historic inflation, defying predictions of recession
The cost of goods — such as used cars, furniture and appliances — has fallen for six straight months.
Rent prices show biggest decline in more than 3 years, Redfin report says
Redfin says its the biggest annual price drop in rents since 2020.
Federal Reserve holds key interest rate steady, anticipates three rate cuts next year
The Federal Reserve kept its key interest rate unchanged Wednesday for a third straight time.
Toy maker Hasbro to cut 1,100 jobs, prompted by ongoing slowdown in sales
Toy maker Hasbro is cutting about 1,100 jobs, or 20% of its workforce.
Port Orange couple faced with massive rise in homeowner's insurance rate
A Port Orange couple is facing a series of tough decisions following a massive rise in their homeowner’s insurance rate.
How much do stamps cost now? Here’s what you will spend to send out holiday cards amid inflation
Still need to send out your holiday cards? It will cost you more this year.
'Home Alone' fans shocked by almost 250% increase in grocery prices since iconic shopping trip
Kevin McCallister's grocery list in the classic film "Home Alone" has gone from $19.83 in 1990 to $72.28 in 2023.
These may be the top housing markets of 2024
Eight metropolitan areas are predicted to break double-digit sales growth in 2024.
Americans need extra $11K to afford same standard of living in 2021, Republican analysis finds
A new analysis has revealed how much more money Americans need now to meet the cost of living standards seen in 2021– prior to a rise in inflation.
Bitcoin price surpasses $41,000, 1st time since April 2022
Bitcoin is once again having a moment. On Monday, the world’s largest cryptocurrency soared past $41,000 for the first time in over a year and a half — and marking a 150% rise so far this year.
US housing market has 'big hole' to dig out of, economist says
New home construction is a 'multiyear problem,' according to Realtor.com chief economist Danielle Hale.
Central Florida bargain shoppers flock to stores on Black Friday seeking 'deals and steals'
Black Friday kicks off the beginning of the holiday shopping season. Thousands of shoppers flocked to Central Florida the day after Thanksgiving in search of a good deal.
The rise and fall of Black Friday
“There was always that guy, that person who would be there with his lawn chair in front of the Best Buy, you know, three days early, a week early, to get that super cheap big-screen TV."