1st-time unemployment claims increase by 13 percent in Florida
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity has paid $21.5 billion in state and federal unemployment benefits to 2.22 million claimants.
Missing stimulus check money? How to claim the payment on your 2020 tax return
If you did not receive your fully promised stimulus payment, there's a quick way to get the money.
GameStop stock frenzy: An explanation
GameStop stock has rocketed from below $20 earlier this month to close around $350 Wednesday as a volunteer army of investors on social media challenged big institutions who had placed market bets that the stock would fall.
Tourism expected to bounce back in 2021
Like much of Central Florida, the economy in Brevard County relies heavily on tourism. Officials there are hoping as the coronavirus vaccine becomes widely distributed, thousands will return to Space Coast beaches, cruise ships and rocket launch events.
New tax rule could help ease financial burder
The IRS is announcing the new tax season will open February 12. Usually, filing can begin in January, but the agency is still processing returns from last year. If you are getting ready to file next month, there is a new rule in place to help anybody who lost their last year of work.
Dollar General offering to pay employees to get vaccine
Dollar general is now offering to pay its employees to get the coronavirus vaccine.
$750M: Mega Millions jackpot rises to its 2nd highest ever; Powerball drawing Wednesday
The Powerball and Mega Millions lotteries each draw new numbers twice a week at 11 p.m. ET. Powerball numbers are drawn on Wednesdays and Saturdays while Mega Millions numbers are chosen on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Schumer pledges quick delivery of $2,000 stimulus checks: 'We will get that done'
Senate Democrats plan to make another coronavirus relief package — including sending an additional stimulus payment to many Americans — one of their top priorities for the year once they assume control of the chamber.
What to do if you haven't received a stimulus check or the right amount
Since the last round of stimulus payments, family circumstances may have changed for a lot of Americans -- like having a child or getting married.
Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots are above $400 million each
Both the Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots have soared to more than $400 million each, with drawings to be held Tuesday and Wednesday.
Marco Rubio backs $2,000 stimulus checks, calls for Congress to 'quickly pass legislation'
Viewpoint diverges from some Republican Senate colleagues.
Florida Rep. Val Demings supports $2,000 stimulus checks
House Democrats have prepped a bill to provide for $2,000 payment checks. This bill will be on the floor late Monday.
Las Vegas slots player wins $15.5M jackpot on Christmas Eve
The Suncoast Hotel and Casino reported a man named Kevin won nearly $15.5 million from one of its slot machines Thursday night.
Florida announces $28 million for COVID-19 relief employment
Funds will go towards coronavirus disaster relief in the form of temporary jobs, employment and training services, and supportive services.
Analysts: Florida's tourism to experience uptick in 2021
The outlooks posted Tuesday indicate the state could be back to 30 million visitors a quarter by the third quarter of 2021.
Florida unemployment claims drop as slow holiday season nears
The estimated unemployment claims in Florida were the lowest since before the pandemic forced businesses to shut down or scale back in March.
State of Port Canaveral: Travel potential but many obstacles remain
The CDC has no lifted the no sail-order and replaced it with a conditional sail order through November 1st, 2021.
Legoland Florida hiring for theme park, hotel jobs
Legoland is looking to fill 35 different roles, both full-time and part-time, in departments ranging from entertainment to operations to, hotel services, security, retail and even water park lifeguards.
Still missing your stimulus check? IRS says time is running out to get the money
Eligible individuals have until Nov. 21 to claim coronavirus stimulus check.
Union workers at Walt Disney World receive layoff notices
On Friday, Disney released the number of union employees of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. who will be laid off on Dec. 31.