Mediation fails between Florida, CDC over cruise line lawsuit
Governor DeSantis signed a law that imposes a fine of $5,000 for each customer asked to provide proof of vaccination.
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.
Norwegian Cruise Line announces plan for U.S. return to cruising
The cruise line also stated that the restart of cruising in the U.S. is dependent on receiving a ‘Conditional Sailing Certificate’ from the CDC.
Bank of America to raise minimum hourly wage to $25 by 2025
Bank of America employees making less than $25 an hour can expect a pay raise in the next four years.
Fla. Senate signs off on gambling deal; heads to House next
In a nearly unanimous vote, the Florida Senate on Tuesday approved a gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe of Florida that would include allowing sports betting in the state.
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.
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.
Will the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack affect Florida gas prices?
The attack reportedly forced the pipeline to temporarily halt all operations on a major pipeline that delivers roughly 45% of all fuel consumed on the East Coast.
SpaceX to launch 'DOGE-1' lunar mission next year
The mission, slated to launch in the first quarter of 2022, is the first-ever commercial payload entirely funded by Dogecoin.
Dogecoin plunges during Elon Musk's 'SNL' gig
Cryptocurrency dropped in value following a mention in Musk's 'SNL' monologue.
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.
Norwegian Cruises asks CDC to allow trips from US ports in July
Norwegian Cruise Line is asking the CDC for permission to resume trips from U.S. ports on July 4th, requiring passengers and crew members to be vaccinated against COVID-19 at least two weeks before the trip.
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.
White Castle now hiring for upcoming Orlando restaurant
With this move, White Castle is one step closer to opening its first Florida location this spring near Walt Disney World.
Wells Fargo, Chase criticized over timing of third stimulus check delivery
Millions of Americans are poised to receive direct cash payments worth up to $1,400.