
How to avoid the beauty debt trap
Read full article: How to avoid the beauty debt trapEvery day, millions of beauty posts fill our feeds. The average American now spends more than $1,700 a year on beauty. Millennials? More than $2,600. And 1 in 4 Gen Z and Millennial shoppers say theyāve gone into debt buying beauty products. Thatās the beauty debt trap.

More stores, more traffic? Trader Joeās among retailers planned for St. Johns County
Read full article: More stores, more traffic? Trader Joeās among retailers planned for St. Johns CountyWith Costco, Buc-eeās and Bass Pro Shops already drawing shoppers to International Golf Parkway, plans for another major retail development have her wondering how much more growth the area can handle.

Trade Up: Jacksonville metal company builds on 81 years of family history
Read full article: Trade Up: Jacksonville metal company builds on 81 years of family historyBerman Brothers began as a military salvage operation in Jacksonville after World War II and has grown into a company with two primary divisions: Scrap metal recycling and metal distribution.

Floridaās minimum wage increases to $15 this month. What workers, employers need to know
Read full article: Floridaās minimum wage increases to $15 this month. What workers, employers need to knowFlorida workers are seeing a pay increase this month as the stateās minimum wage hits $15 per hour ā the final step in a multi-year plan approved by voters.

Trade Up: Clay County carpenter, 22, frames path to the WorldSkills āOlympicsā in Shanghai
Read full article: Trade Up: Clay County carpenter, 22, frames path to the WorldSkills āOlympicsā in ShanghaiA 22-year-old Clay County carpenter who started his own business right after high school will represent the United States in the carpentry category at the WorldSkills competition in Shanghai later this month.

Planning a career in the age of AI: How new tech is changing what students choose to study
Read full article: Planning a career in the age of AI: How new tech is changing what students choose to studyAbout 70% of college students say they worry artificial intelligence could hurt their career prospects. And some are even changing their majors because of it.

Beware of job scams targeting college students. Hereās how to spot a fake
Read full article: Beware of job scams targeting college students. Hereās how to spot a fakeNew classes. New roommates. New semester. And for a lot of college students, a new job search -- but be careful! As you look for jobs and internships, scammers are looking for you.

Jacksonvilleās new $20M housing fund could unlock 400 affordable units. Hereās how
Read full article: Jacksonvilleās new $20M housing fund could unlock 400 affordable units. Hereās howJacksonville has a new $20 million source of financing aimed at getting more affordable housing projects off the ground and just two weeks after its launch, developers are already seeking access to the money.

Expert on economy breaks down the squeeze Americans are feeling & when we might see some relief
Read full article: Expert on economy breaks down the squeeze Americans are feeling & when we might see some reliefAlex Jacquez, Senior Vice President of Policy, Advocacy, and Research at Groundwork Collaborative, joined us on The Morning Show to discuss the possibility of relief heading into fall and winter.

Trade Up: Apprenticeships offer paid path to career in skilled trades
Read full article: Trade Up: Apprenticeships offer paid path to career in skilled tradesThe Electrical Training Alliance of Jacksonville program is different from a traditional college or even trade school path. Apprentices work full time for one of the programās electrical contractors while attending classes one or two nights a week.

Consumer Reports investigation finds most prenatal vitamins are inaccurately labeled
Read full article: Consumer Reports investigation finds most prenatal vitamins are inaccurately labeledConsumer Reports tested 17 prenatal vitamins for label accuracy and contaminants. CRās experts analyzed each product for heavy metals and measured levels of specific nutrients to see whether they matched the amounts consumers were promised.

Are President Trumpās trade tactics with Canada effective?
Read full article: Are President Trumpās trade tactics with Canada effective?Aaron Antillon, a team development and leadership expert, joined News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show to discuss President Donald Trump's approach to trade with Canada and whether it will ultimately benefit the U.S. economy.

Need an appliance upgrade? September can be a good time to buy with Labor Day deals
Read full article: Need an appliance upgrade? September can be a good time to buy with Labor Day dealsBetween Labor Day sales and retailers clearing out remaining warm-weather inventory, Consumer Reports says September can be a great time to save on everything from major appliances to outdoor equipment.

Politics & Power: AI data centers spark backlash over costs, environment, security
Read full article: Politics & Power: AI data centers spark backlash over costs, environment, securityNick Allard, Dean of the Jacksonville University School of Law, joins News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton on this week's episode of "Politics & Power" to discuss AI's growth and rising concerns about utility costs, environmental impact, and data security.

AI expert analyzes Bill Gatesā essay on dangers of artificial intelligence
Read full article: AI expert analyzes Bill Gatesā essay on dangers of artificial intelligenceHod Lipson, an author and researcher from Columbia University who works in the areas of artificial intelligence and robotics, joined News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show to discuss Bill Gatesā recently expressed concerns about A.I.

New burglary playbook isnāt just about locked doors, so hereās how to protect your home
Read full article: New burglary playbook isnāt just about locked doors, so hereās how to protect your homeThe modern burglary playbook isnāt always about force. It can be about opportunity, and the clues people leave behind without thinking.

New NEFBA workforce center opens to train next generation of skilled trade workers
Read full article: New NEFBA workforce center opens to train next generation of skilled trade workersA new workforce education center from the Northeast Florida Builders Association opened this week on Sunbeam Road. It will train carpenters, electricians, plumbers and HVAC technicians to meet growing demand across the region.

Retailers are banning shoppers for life in return fraud crackdown
Read full article: Retailers are banning shoppers for life in return fraud crackdownThe National Retail Federation says retailers lost over $100 billion to return fraud last year alone. And now retailers are fighting back, tracking your returns and banning customers who return too much.

JEA is seeing an increase in scammers targeting utility customers. Hereās what you need to know
Read full article: JEA is seeing an increase in scammers targeting utility customers. Hereās what you need to knowJEA has seen an uptick in reports of scammers targeting JEA customers and demanding payment, the city-owned utility said in a warning sent out Tuesday morning.

FTC now studying so-called āsurveillance pricing.ā So what is it?
Read full article: FTC now studying so-called āsurveillance pricing.ā So what is it?Consumer watchdogs say some companies may be going a step further, using personal data like your location, browsing history, and shopping habits to help decide what price or offer you see. The Federal Trade Commission is now studying this so-called āsurveillance pricing.ā

Round 2: Florida AG rewrites property tax cut ballot summary after judgeās order
Read full article: Round 2: Florida AG rewrites property tax cut ballot summary after judgeās orderFlorida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Thursday released a redraft of the ballot summary of Amendment 3, the large property tax cut measure pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

New construction homes in Northeast Florida now selling for about the same price as existing homes
Read full article: New construction homes in Northeast Florida now selling for about the same price as existing homesFor years, buying a brand-new home in Northeast Florida typically came with a premium over an existing home. New data suggests that gap has nearly disappeared and in some cases, new construction is now selling for less per square foot.

High school apprenticeship helped 19-year-old buy a home months after graduation
Read full article: High school apprenticeship helped 19-year-old buy a home months after graduationA partnership between the Northeast Florida Builders Association and Clay County Schools helps students secure paid positions with local employers and earn certifications while making money.

What you need to know about K-beauty sunscreens
Read full article: What you need to know about K-beauty sunscreensKorean sunscreens, also called K-Beauty sunscreens, are all the rage, promising a lighter feel and better protection than many other sunscreens. But do they actually live up to the hype? Consumer Reports went beyond the comments section to put them to the test.

Jacksonville councilmembers seek clarity about $28M completion grant for Downtown Publix
Read full article: Jacksonville councilmembers seek clarity about $28M completion grant for Downtown PublixA $48 million incentive package for Gateway Jaxās Publix-anchored Block N7 project is headed back to the drawing board, according to a report from News4JAX news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.

What to know about the āPublix Promiseā & why you should pay attention at the register
Read full article: What to know about the āPublix Promiseā & why you should pay attention at the registerAfter a customer took Publix to court last year, saying sheād been overcharged during a trip to the Florida-native grocery giant, News4JAX sister station WKMG in Orlando decided to look into an important policy the grocer offers: the Publix Promise.

Back-to-school tech deals: Jacksonville company turns old IT equipment into affordable essentials for DCPS students
Read full article: Back-to-school tech deals: Jacksonville company turns old IT equipment into affordable essentials for DCPS studentsAs students across Duval County head back to school, one Jacksonville company is making sure a need for technology doesnāt stand in the way of learning.

Incentive package for Downtown Publix hits roadblock: Jax Daily Record
Read full article: Incentive package for Downtown Publix hits roadblock: Jax Daily RecordA $48 million incentive package for Gateway Jaxās Publix-anchored Block N7 project is headed back to the drawing board, according to a report from News4JAX news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.

Which store-bought rotisserie chicken is the best? Putting 10 to the test for taste & nutrition
Read full article: Which store-bought rotisserie chicken is the best? Putting 10 to the test for taste & nutritionConsumer Reports tested rotisserie chickens for taste and nutrition from 10 retailers, including Costco, Samās Club, Walmart, Whole Foods, Wegmans, and several other regional grocery stores.

Lunchbox Challenge: We crunched the numbers on how much it really costs to pack school lunches
Read full article: Lunchbox Challenge: We crunched the numbers on how much it really costs to pack school lunchesNews4JAX reporter Caleb Yauger went shopping at Winn-Dixie to find out exactly how much it costs to feed two teenagers lunch every day of the school week (5 days) ā and how much money you can save if youāre smart about it.

Back-to-school sticker shock: How to cope with higher prices for supplies
Read full article: Back-to-school sticker shock: How to cope with higher prices for suppliesAngela Hanks, Chief of Policy Programs at The Century Foundation, joined us on The Morning Show to discuss the back-to-school affordability issue for parents and how they can better cope and offset these higher costs without going into debt.

Buying a home is 332% more expensive than it was in the ā90s. But household incomes have only risen 174%
Read full article: Buying a home is 332% more expensive than it was in the ā90s. But household incomes have only risen 174%A Realtor.com analysis found the median age of a first-time homebuyer has climbed to 40, up from 30 in 1990, as rising home prices, larger down payments and higher costs of living make homeownership more difficult for younger Americans.

How much do āswipe feesā cost credit card users & businesses every year? More than you probably think
Read full article: How much do āswipe feesā cost credit card users & businesses every year? More than you probably thinkUsing your credit card to pay for purchases is quick and easy. But that simple swipe can come with a lot of hidden fees, like āswipe feesā that keep going up. And theyāre costing businesses and consumers more money every year.

Home warranty warning: Plans might not offer protection youāre expecting. What to ask before you buy a policy
Read full article: Home warranty warning: Plans might not offer protection youāre expecting. What to ask before you buy a policyA home warranty may help cover repair costs, but Consumer Reports says these plans may not protect as much as many homeowners expect.

Skilled trades on wheels: Mobile lab brings hands-on career demos to Jacksonville-area students
Read full article: Skilled trades on wheels: Mobile lab brings hands-on career demos to Jacksonville-area studentsBe Pro Be Proud is bringing its mobile learning lab to Northeast Florida, giving middle- and high-school students a hands-on look at careers they might not have considered.

Should you trust AI to answer your health questions?
Read full article: Should you trust AI to answer your health questions?More people are turning to ChatGPT and other AI tools for health questions. The answers are fast, and they often sound reassuring and trustworthy, but, as Consumer Reports says, they arenāt always accurate.

What you need to know about the health impacts of fast fashion & toxic knockoffs
Read full article: What you need to know about the health impacts of fast fashion & toxic knockoffsU.S. officials say most counterfeit goods seized at the border come from China and Hong Kong. Now, concerns are growing that some of these bargains may carry something else: Chemicals you didnāt pay for.






