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Consumer confidence among Floridians dropped for a third consecutive month -- falling to 68 in April -- as the economy struggles because of domestic budget woes, soaring gas prices and international unrest, according to a new University of Florida survey.
With the national average for regular gas now $3.80 a gallon, according to motor club AAA, chances are you're feeling some pain at the pump. Unfortunately, it could get worse.
For South Florida, whose life-blood is the tourism industry, the dramatic rise in gas prices could spell big problems for the local economy.
While much of the focus on a potential government shutdown has focused on government employees; the shutdown also runs the risk of having far-reaching impacts economically.
Both the Florida House and Senate have passed budget bills, and while they differ in a number of ways they are in harmony on one point; whatever is eventually passed will be painful to almost every state funded program in Florida and people who depend on them.
A MacDill Air Force Base study revealed on Friday that the military installation pumps nearly $5 billion into the Tampa economy every year.
Two Florida educators are calling on Governor Rick Scott to raise tuition prices to fill the state's massive budget hole. But it's the 30 percent increase that has students and parents up in arms.
Two South Florida post offices will close permanently due to a decrease in revenue, the United States Postal Service announced Monday.
Blasted by everyone from Florida's struggling unemployed the businesses that fund part of every unemployment check, the Florida Senate appears to backing down from a hardline bill to cut benefits and raise unemployment taxes, with a new, softer proposal announced Tuesday.
Embattled Miami-Dade mayor Carlos Alvarez admitted that he has made mistakes as the county's 'strong mayor', but in the "State of the County" message he urged critics to abandon efforts to "divide us politically" and to work with him.
The Labor Department's latest unemployment numbers for January brought good news and bad news to economists looking for signs the Great Recession is coming to an end.
Despite increased retail sales and all those holiday hires, Florida's unemployment rate in December 2010 did not see any gains. The rate is 12 percent, unchanged from November, according to state officials.
Home improvements are making a comeback in 2011. A new survey shows people are ready to start projects, they've been putting off and this may be the perfect time for you to save.
The latest economic indexes show 2011 is already looking much better than the start of 2010 with improvements in consumer spending, manufacturing and continued gains on Wall Street.
A crowd of thousands rang in 2011 at the Downtown Countdown in Fort Lauderdale, with many saying good riddance to 2010.
New numbers from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation showed 2010 was the worst year for bank failures in the United States since 1992 during the height of the savings-and-loan crisis.
South Florida financial staple BankAtlantic announced Friday it laid off 75 workers, or 6 percent of it's workforce, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel is reporting.
Governor-elect Rick Scott continues his statewide jobs tour at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale Thursday. His visit Wednesday offered hope, but no details.
No question, there's money to be made in art. Just ask Ramon Cernuda of Coral Gables. Cernuda, a first-time participant at the spectacular Art Basel exhibition on Miami Beach, said he made a spectacular sale on the first day, selling a Wilfredo Lam work for $3 million.
The employees allege Stern violated the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, which mandates that employers give employees 60 days notice before being terminated.
Time is running out for more than 100 thousand Floridians who rely on extended unemployment benefits to survive.
South Florida economy rises and falls with tourism. Local tourism promoters are smiling right now because 2010 looks like a year of rebounding growth amidst national and global downturns.
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch wrote in a social media post on X that the people transferred were "high impact criminals."
A New York City man was arrested for selling fake tickets to the College Football Playoff National Championship game at HArd Rock Stadium.
President Trump spoke in the White House briefing room for nearly two hours on Tuesday, marking the first year of his second term as he prepares for a high-pressure trip to Europe.
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch wrote in a social media post on X that the people transferred were "high impact criminals."
A New York City man was arrested for selling fake tickets to the College Football Playoff National Championship game at HArd Rock Stadium.
President Trump spoke in the White House briefing room for nearly two hours on Tuesday, marking the first year of his second term as he prepares for a high-pressure trip to Europe.
More than 10 countries have signed on to join President Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza, sources familiar with the discussions told CBS News.
A former prison guard trainee has been sentenced to death for the 2019 execution-style killings of five women inside a Florida bank.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
President Trump spoke in the White House briefing room for nearly two hours on Tuesday, marking the first year of his second term as he prepares for a high-pressure trip to Europe.
More than 10 countries have signed on to join President Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza, sources familiar with the discussions told CBS News.
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
A U.S. citizen detained by ICE at gunpoint in his underwear in frigid conditions in Minnesota asks, "What did I do wrong?" The Associated Press says
Jim DeFede discusses Governor Ron DeSantis' eighth and final State of the State address with House Speaker Danny Perez.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede spoke with Miami Herald Latin America reporter Antonio Maria Delgado about Delcy Rodríguez's growing control in Venezuela.
On Facing South Florida, Jim DeFede speaks with former interim Venezuelan president Juan Guaidó about Nicolas Maduro's capture.
In a special live episode, Jim DeFede brings us the latest developments and the fallout following the Saturday morning strikes.
Jim Defede's guest this week on Facing South Florida is James Fishback, a Republican candidate for the Florida governor's office.
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
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Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
Florida insurance policyholders could be seeing some form of relief in their wallets thanks to market reforms made statewide, Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
The publisher of the Daily Mail tabloid denies claims by Prince Harry and other celebrities of "unlawful information gathering."
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.