Groceries up 21% since 2022; here's how South Florida shoppers cope

A family of four now spends about $1,000 a month on groceries, NerdWallet says.

• Aug 13

Americans got their biggest raises in 40 years. Inflation took most of it.

The typical American's paycheck has grown faster since 2019 than in any stretch since the early 1980s. But prices climbed nearly as fast, swallowing about 80% of the wage increase.

• Aug 7

FIFA World Cup boosts bars, but some South Florida hotels miss out

Despite sellouts, some South Florida hotels saw lower demand during the FIFA World Cup, while bars and short-term rentals reported strong revenue gains.

• Jul 21

Florida's back-to-school sales tax "holiday" begins Monday

For this year, lawmakers moved the discount dates to July 20 through Aug. 20.

• Jul 20

South Florida clinic helps patients receive treatments they cannot usually afford

The staff files nails, trims cuticles, and scrubs feet without using water, a process designed to help prevent infections in clients with diabetes or fungal conditions.

• Jul 17

Boomer wealth transfer will mostly benefit the already rich, report finds

Trillions of wealth passed down by the baby boomers will likely go to younger Americans who are already rich. Here's how much they'll get.

• Jul 17

Broward city looks to cut private contracts for public works maintenance

City staff have proposed cuts to spending on private contractors, aiming to rely instead on internal staff and part-time workers to handle tasks such as filling potholes, painting, and general building repairs.

• Jul 16

Miami-Dade households continue to struggle with affordability crisis

The report identifies these families under the acronym ALICE, which stands for Asset-Limited, Income-Constrained, Employed. According to the findings, 56% of the county's families fall into this category.

• Jul 16

Walmart cuts prices on thousands of items, including beef and soda

President Trump praised Walmart and said the lower prices are the result of "my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday."

• Jul 7

Florida AG faces new attacks over Hope Florida scandal, Alligator Alcatraz

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has avoided talking about both topics with opponents calling him "the most corrupt attorney general Florida has had."

• Jul 5

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Bessent on Trump's crypto earnings: "I don't think there's an appearance problem"

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent touched on the recent disclosure of President Trump's crypto earnings, the latest developments with the tax-deferred Trump Accounts, and the struggles facing the U.S. economy.

• Jul 2

This number helps explain why many Americans are down on the economy

American workers' share of the nation's income is at its lowest point in almost 80 years, as more of the economy's gains flow to corporations and investors.

• Jul 1

South Florida congresswoman skeptical of Cuba's new economic reforms

Speaking at the iconic Versailles Restaurant in Little Havana, Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar dismissed the reforms as a last-ditch effort by Cuba's​ communist leadership to attract international financial support amid growing economic pressures.

• Jun 19

With uncertainty around H-1B visa fee, U.S. businesses unsure how to move forward

Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.

• Jun 13

South Florida's mixed reactions to new Cuba economic reforms

The measures include allowing Cubans living abroad to invest in the country and giving state-owned companies greater access to foreign currency markets.

• Jun 12

Miami gets ready to host FIFA Fan Festival on Saturday

The festival grounds have been transformed into a massive fan zone featuring live entertainment, interactive activities, food and beverage vendors, and a giant screen that will broadcast all 104 World Cup matches.

• Jun 12

Broward single mother living in car as affordability crisis deepens

Ashley Walker says Wednesday night was the first night she had to sleep in her car, the latest low point in a months-long struggle with rising housing costs and job loss.

• Jun 11

South Florida families affected by 3-year high inflation

Experts said prices are rising faster than paychecks, and the average household is feeling the squeeze.

• Jun 10

Miami study underway for how heat can economically impact residents

An effort is underway to precisely measure how Miami's scorching summer heat is affecting residents in some of the area's most vulnerable neighborhoods.

• Jun 10

South Florida businesses question economic impact of FIFA World Cup

FIFA estimates the seven games played in the area could generate $1.3 billion in economic activity.

• Jun 10

Nearly half of Americans say they're worse off financially than a year ago

New York Fed survey shows growing concern about household finances and the job market, even as the job market remains solid.

• Jun 8

South Florida expert reacts to U.S. "secondary sanctions" for foreign businesses tied to Cuba

Foreign businesses face a Friday deadline to pull out of any ventures in Cuba tied to the Cuban government or face significant financial impacts from the United States.

• Jun 5

Medicaid termination letters impact South Florida behavioral health companies

Behavioral health companies in South Florida say they are being impacted by Medicaid termination letters, with facilities stating the cuts are harming patients who need help and leaving many therapists out of work.

• Jun 3

Spirit Airlines expands Atlanta shutdown, 600+ employees face layoffs

Hundreds of Atlanta-based pilots, flight attendants and support staff are being laid off as the fallout from Spirit Airlines' shutdown continues nationwide.

• Jun 2

Florida lawmakers pass $114.5 billion budget

The Senate voted unanimously in favor of the budget and the House voted 99-6 for the plan, but the vast support for the measure belied the tense process to produce it.

• May 29

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