Renting is now cheaper than owning, data shows: See the list of top markets
A new analysis shows that renting is cheaper than owning a home in all of the 100 largest US metros. See the cities where the gap is widest and what this means for renters and buyers.
Ross Stores opens 19 new stores in 14 states
The new stores are located in 14 states, Ross said.
Buying a home this spring? Sellers are starting to cut prices, report says
Home prices may be more affordable this spring. Here’s which cities are seeing the highest price reductions.
Southwest charging for bags, and other airline changes in recent months
Southwest has made major changes to its policies in recent months, including the most recent of charging for checked bags. Here’s a look.
Justice Department investigating surge in egg prices: report
Egg prices have nearly doubled in the last year.
Publix with larger format and expanded offerings coming to Polk County
The home of Publix will soon be getting a new store that will be more than just your average grocery store.
Children’s bathrobes sold on Amazon recalled for burn hazard
Over 5,000 children's bathrobes have been recalled in the U.S. because they violate federal flammability regulations for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries.
Tampa non-profit revamps first-time homebuyer program to help future owners
Owning a home can be a lot easier said than done, so a Tampa nonprofit has revamped its first-time homebuyer’s program to give future homeowners a leg up on what to expect.
Price of toys will increase due to Trump's tariffs on China, industry experts say
Toys in the U.S. may cost 15-20% more by fall due to Trump's tariffs on China, according to industry experts.
Drugmaker cuts Wegovy prices in half for cash-paying consumers
Patients must be prescribed the medication.
Map: Here's the best month to list your home based on where you live
Listing your home at a certain time of year may boost your sale price, but it largely depends on where you live – and the data comes with a caveat.
Economists warn Tampa residents of price spikes from new tariffs
President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs target lots of everyday goods used by American consumers.
How tariffs could impact Target in 2025
Target says there will be “meaningful year-over-year profit pressure" in 2025 because of tariffs and other costs.
Mac and cheese bites shipped nationwide recalled for metal contamination
Feel Good Foods’ gluten-free Three Cheese Mac & Cheese Bites have been recalled due to metal contamination.
Mercedes, Volkswagen, Audi recalls: See details here
Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for more than 20,000 vehicles over a defective braking part.
High chairs recalled due to entrapment and suffocation hazard: What to know
About 4,400 high chairs have been recalled in the U.S. over a potential entrapment and suffocation hazard for babies and young children.
Tampa Bay residents join nationwide economic blackouts Friday
Some people around the country took the "no-spend challenge" a step further on Friday, imposing an economic blackout on all non-essential spending in protest of big corporations and other concerns.
Food prices expected to surge as experts say ‘something's got to change’
The U.S. Department of Agriculture forecasts grocery prices will continue to rise in 2025, fueled by egg prices, which are projected to skyrocket.
Small Bay Area craft stores hope to fill gap after Joann closures announced
Known as a one-stop shop for crafting needs, many Tampa Bay area crafters are going to have to find a new haven to find fabric and other supplies following the closure of all Joann locations.
Minimum wage earners must work impossible number of hours to afford rent: report
Despite many minimum-wage workers living in apartments with below-average rents, they’re still spending more than 30% of their income on housing.