Volusia County delays stormwater fee hike, looks for other funding options
Read full article: Volusia County delays stormwater fee hike, looks for other funding optionsThe county is looking to prevent more flooding in the future, which could cost a pretty penny and means an increase in rates for residents.
Orange County commission votes to fund election office payroll
Read full article: Orange County commission votes to fund election office payrollAfter weeks of debate between the Orange County Commission and the Supervisor of Elections office, the county has taken steps to ensure employees are paid during the holidays.
Getting Results: News 6 segment brings $2.5M donation to Salvation Army in Orlando
Read full article: Getting Results: News 6 segment brings $2.5M donation to Salvation Army in OrlandoThe Salvation Army needed to raise $4 million from the community to repair and rebuild its downtown Orlando Men’s and Veterans’ Shelter.
Duke Energy offers free credit monitoring after cyber incident
Read full article: Duke Energy offers free credit monitoring after cyber incidentDuke Energy is offering free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services to some customers whose personal information may have been unlawfully accessed on the company’s website.
This breakfast staple just saw its largest monthly price drop in decades
Read full article: This breakfast staple just saw its largest monthly price drop in decadesInflation in the United States ticked slightly higher last month, signaling that some prices remain stubbornly elevated as the holiday season approaches.
‘Customer service crisis’ at Social Security Administration leaves Florida family in limbo
Read full article: ‘Customer service crisis’ at Social Security Administration leaves Florida family in limboThe Social Security Administration is dealing with a customer service crisis, leaving thousands of families waiting for their disability benefits applications to be reviewed.
CHI-CHI’S Mexican restaurant chain to return after nearly 20 years
Read full article: CHI-CHI’S Mexican restaurant chain to return after nearly 20 yearsIn a release, company officials announced that the chain is returning thanks to a new agreement with Hormel Foods, the owner of CHI-CHI’S trademarks.
Here is a list of all FEMA disaster recovery centers in Central Florida
Read full article: Here is a list of all FEMA disaster recovery centers in Central FloridaNearly two months after Hurricane Milton made landfall in Florida, the state is still reeling from the devastation and flooding wrought by the storm.
Orange County elections supervisor speaks out after controversy over surplus budget spending
Read full article: Orange County elections supervisor speaks out after controversy over surplus budget spendingLast week, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said he was exploring all options, including a lawsuit against Orange County Supervisor of Elections Glen Gilzean, after Gilzean gave $4 million in surplus budget money to Valencia College and CareerSource Central Florida.
News 6 asks Florida’s insurance commissioner about homeowners insurance rates
Read full article: News 6 asks Florida’s insurance commissioner about homeowners insurance ratesWe went to the state's head of insurance to get a better understanding of what is happening in the industry right now and what kind of relief homeowners will be getting following recent hurricanes.
Here’s when that new, crazy, cool-looking building next to I-4 in Eatonville is set to open
Read full article: Here’s when that new, crazy, cool-looking building next to I-4 in Eatonville is set to openThe building stands out from the surrounding area due to its colorful paint and unique architecture. But what is it doing there?
Orange County instructs attorneys to look at options after Gilzean scholarships
Read full article: Orange County instructs attorneys to look at options after Gilzean scholarshipsOrange County Mayor Jerry Demings criticized outgoing Supervisor of Elections Glen Gilzean on Tuesday, accusing him of being “manipulative” in handling surplus funds.
⛽ How gas prices have changed in Florida in the last week
Read full article: ⛽ How gas prices have changed in Florida in the last weekAmericans may have record-low gas prices to be thankful for this holiday season as at least one analyst predicts average gasoline costs could fall below $3 per gallon by Thanksgiving.
Orlando residents have some of the highest debt in the country. How to get out of it
Read full article: Orlando residents have some of the highest debt in the country. How to get out of itLendingTree recently rated 50 metros where people are averaging the highest debt, not including mortgages. Orlando is in the top ten.
Flagler County, Palm Bay work on affordable housing solutions
Read full article: Flagler County, Palm Bay work on affordable housing solutionsFlagler County is known for it's beautiful beaches and small-town feel, but the rising cost of housing is making it feel just as unaffordable as some big cities and counties.
These Florida cities among most debt-ridden in the US. Here’s why
Read full article: These Florida cities among most debt-ridden in the US. Here’s whyOf the 50 metros examined in this list, Austin, Texas was considered the most debt-ridden thanks to its high growth in recent years. But several Florida cities made it into the top 10.
Inflation is still on the rise — and it’s impacting your savings. Here’s how
Read full article: Inflation is still on the rise — and it’s impacting your savings. Here’s howInflation has caused costs to skyrocket for many Americans. But even as it cools, it's still threatening the value of your savings account.