Powerball lottery jackpot: $1M ticket, 2 $100,000 tickets sold in Florida
Saturday’s Powerball jackpot has soared to a whopping $1.7 billion after no one hit the jackpot Wednesday night. However, a $1 million ticket was purchased at a Publix in Florida, and several other winners from the Sunshine State also walked away with thousands in lottery earnings.
List of jobs eligible for 'no tax on tips' deduction
The list of occupations unveiled by the Treasuring Department include bartenders, wait staff, musicians, DJs and more.
Elderly Florida woman collects $108K in unclaimed funds after thinking she was getting scammed
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
Here's what a $1.4B Powerball jackpot would pay in your state
If you beat the odds and win the $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot Wednesday, the amount of money you get will depend on where you live.
Kawhi Leonard scandal: What we know about the alleged $28M ‘no-show job’
A new report alleges Kawhi Leonard made $28 million in a "no-show" job for a fraudulent tree-planting company partially funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The Clippers have denied the allegations.
Trump’s sweeping tariffs ruled as illegal by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court has ruled President Donald Trump illegally used emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs. Here's what we know.
Lake County considers 5-cent gas tax increase to fund road projects
Lake County commissioners are weighing a proposal to raise the county’s gas tax by five cents a gallon, citing rapid population growth and road projects that are outpacing available funding.
Powerball jackpot soars to $815 million for Wednesday; 7th largest ever
No one won the jackpot for the Powerball drawing on Monday, Aug. 25. Here's what comes next.
Average cost of home insurance hits $2,470 per year; see how your state ranks
The top three states with the highest average cost for home insurance are Louisiana, Nebraska and Florida.
FBI warns seniors about ‘devastating’ cyber scam that wipes out life savings
The FBI has a warning about a three-phase scheme that uses tech support, bank and government impostors to target older adults.
44% of adults admit ordering off kids' menu in survey
A new survey of U.S. diners reveals long waits, rude service, and tipping fatigue are reshaping restaurant habits, with more adults ordering kids’ meals and eating alone.
Trump calls on Fed governor Lisa Cook to resign after mortgage fraud allegation
President Donald Trump on Wednesday urged Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook to resign after a top housing regulator accused her of mortgage fraud.
Trump administration eyes tariff revenue to pay down nation's $32.7 trillion debt
The US collected more than $29 billion in tariff revenues in July, the highest monthly total so far this year.
Kissimmee approves $180M deal with Azure Hotels for downtown convention center, hotel
The Kissimmee City Commission unanimously approved a plan that will clear the way for a more than $180 million redevelopment of the city’s Civic Center site into a luxury hotel and convention center.
Most parents fall into debt for their children: Survey
A survey reveals that soaring living costs are pushing most parents into debt. Many say it’s becoming “unmanageable."
Powerball grows to $643M
The Powerball jackpot is rapidly growing, and could grow into one of the largest jackpots in history if a winner doesn’t emerge in the next drawing or two.
Young Americans say friendship is too expensive; nearly half skip events due to costs: study
More women feel the financial strain of trying to stay social, according to Ally's survey.
Wages are outpacing pandemic-era inflation in these 4 industries
A new Bankrate report shows that while wages are slowly catching up, they still lag behind the surge in prices that began during the pandemic.
Epic Universe expected to bring $2 billion boost to Central Florida economy
Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park is projected to generate $2 billion for the Central Florida economy this year, according to an economic study conducted by the University of Central Florida.
$1,390 IRS stimulus checks are not in the works, despite viral rumors
Online posts claim the IRS is set to send $1,390 stimulus checks to low- and middle-income taxpayers by summer’s end. The IRS says that’s false — and explains why no payments are coming.