Rent prices on the rise in Florida
The cost of rent in Florida has increased more than any other place in the entire country. The company CoStar Group, Inc. says it has increased more than 15 percent since the beginning of this yea -- twice the national average.
Augmented reality company moving to Orlando
Fighter pilots will soon be training in Central Florida. A company in California is leaving the Golden State for the City Beautiful. They say Orlando was the clear choice to continue shaping the future of the U.S. Air Force.
Melbourne airport expanding terminals
Melbourne Orlando International Airport is growing. Paving crews and heavy equipment are breaking ground on the apron area and taxiway at the airport.
Florida to end $300 weekly federal unemployment payments
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity said that this will be effective starting June 26, 2021, as part of the DEO's ‘Return to Work’ initiative.
Pandemic relief: Florida offers $800-million to help pay past-due rent and utilities
The Florida Department of Children and Families is looking to distribute more than $800 million in federal aid to help low-income renters economically affected by the coronavirus pandemic pay past-due rent and utilities.
Florida's legal challenge to CDC cruise restrictions goes before judge
A lawsuit filed by Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody last month challenges the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's restrictions imposed on cruises. A U.S. District Judge heard arguments in the case on Wednesday.
Experts say 'panic buying' leading to gas shortages
The Colonial Pipeline announced Wednesday it has restarted operations after being hit by a cyberattack last week, but said it will take “several days” for its delivery supply chain to return to normal. Experts say panic buying is leading to shortages in Florida.
To get unemployment benefits, Floridians will again have to prove they've looked for jobs
People in Florida’s unemployment system will have to show they looked for work on a weekly basis after Memorial Day, as the state pushes to get workers back on the job, particularly at restaurants.
Businesses offering bonuses to fill positions
The unemployment crisis has turned into a hiring crisis in Florida. Businesses are now offering hiring bonuses to get people to work for them.
Port Canaveral welcomes news that sailings could return sooner than later
Throughout the pandemic, there has been scuttle but about the CDC's no sail order being lifted, here and there, but Capt. Murray explains why he is truly optimistic this time.
Employers look to hire Central Florida workers
The Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida is looking for potentials workers from Central Florida. Job recruiters are hoping to lure some Orlando south, and they're pulling out all the stops to find good employees.
Westgate Resorts hosts hiring event
Central Florida's tourism industry is bouncing back slowly and is need of workers. Orlando-based Westgate Resorts is hiring more than 700 people. The company held a hiring event on Tuesday.
Florida Senators introduce 'CRUISE Act' to revoke CDC's no-sail order
The act would reportedly revoke the CDC's current no-sail order on cruises and require the agency to provide guidance for cruises to resume safely.
Third round of stimulus checks include ‘plus-up’ payments to those eligible for more money, IRS says
The IRS says these "plus-up" payments will continue on a weekly basis going forward, and go to those who recently filed a 2020 tax return and qualify for more stimulus money.
Could you receive a fourth stimulus check? Momentum grows for recurring payments
21 Senate Democrats urge Biden to send recurring checks as part of infrastructure bill.
Still no stimulus check? Use the 'Get My Payment' tool to track it
You can the tool to track when your payment will be deposited or mailed.
Florida senators to consider raising unemployment benefits
The state’s current maximum benefit is $275 a week, among the lowest amounts in the nation.
Unemployment claims fall below 14,000, continuing downward trend
The Department of Labor posted 684,000 new claims nationally last week, down 97,000 from the prior week.
DeSantis proposes one-time, $1,000 bonus for Florida first responders
Gov. DeSantis said that he is going to send a letter to the Speaker and Senate President outlining his recommendations for how funds should be used.
Latest on stimulus check delivery
If you haven't gotten your federal stimulus check yet, Wednesday may be the day. Payments are set to hit the accounts at several big banks in the morning.