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On Small Business Saturday, local businesses in San Marco and across the area encourage patrons to shop mall.

Across the country people are flocking to stores, hoping to cross items off their lists at a deep discount.

Consumer Reports’ tests reveal the fastest and easiest single cup for you or perhaps a coffee lover on your gift list.

One tool that can make meal prep and entertaining a cut above the rest is a good chef’s knife, which can make chopping and slicing a lot easier.

If you’ve had to replace a car battery in the past few years, you’ve probably noticed that they’ve become more expensive. In fact, battery prices have been rising over the past decade.

Faced with the rising cost of goods and freight, discount retail chain Dollar Tree says it will be raising its prices to $1.25 for the majority of its products.

Millions of Floridians are expected to hit the highways this week for Thanksgiving, but fueling those trips will be more expensive than the Sunshine State has seen in eight years, according to AAA.

Last year, Black Friday was the second-largest online spending day in U.S. history behind Cyber Monday in 2019! And how will something called Artists Sunday impact your shopping decisions?

If you want some money – no strings attached – then you’re in luck.

Florida continues to outpace the nation in job growth, adding 41,500 jobs in October.

A 26-year-old Putnam County man claimed a $1 million prize from the $5,000,000 LUCK scratch-off game, the Florida Lottery announced Friday.

Companies that would typically hire seasonal workers are heading into the holidays during what consumer experts say is one of the tightest job markets in decades.

Consumer Reports says one should last about 10 years, on average.

According to a new AAA report, 48 million people are expected to hit the road this thanksgiving, despite high prices.

The owners of a local technology company use some tactics they learned from the military to run their business.

Apps that promise instant access to your score are popular, but do they work? A new Consumer Reports investigation might have you thinking twice before clicking to get your score.

There’s a way to fight back against porch pirates and keep your delivered packages safe until you can get them inside.

Between supply shortages, issues with transportation, and high demand, finding that perfect toy this holiday season may come with a challenge.

Supply chain disruptions have holiday shoppers worried about empty shelves and finding deals. We checked in with the experts at Consumer Reports who say the sales will be there, but the key is not to wait.

It’s no secret: Traveling by vehicle has gotten pricier this year.

When compared with nearby grocery stores, dollar stores were indeed cheapest for an entire purchase for each of our shoppers. But even though you might save more money at a dollar store, your options for items could be pretty limited.

If there’s one constant among scammers, it’s that they’re always coming up with new schemes, like the Google Voice verification scam. Have you heard about it? Here’s how it works.

Attending a major sporting event can be overwhelming: You might have to fly or embark on a road trip just to get there, depending on the location of course, and consider your accommodations and where you’ll stay, eat and how you’ll get around.

Jacksonville hotels are projected to lose $151 million in business travel revenue in 2021, down 50.1% over pre-pandemic levels, according to reports.

Suze Orman has never shared a bank account with her partner of around 20 years. The financial expert recommends all couples follow this formula to pay bills.

Whether it’s shortages that are driving up prices of certain items or enthusiasm for the day in general, one thing is clear: It looks like there will be a lot of money spent on Halloween this year.

Most HSA owners don't invest their savings. That could short-change them over the long term.

A new recruitment initiative launched by Attorney General Ashley Moody's Office is encouraging job seekers from across the country to come "Be a Florida Hero."

The president of the Florida Ports Council says the state’s seaports are the solution to preventing shipping from being the Grinch that stole Christmas.

Who should you trust to keep yours going strong: the dealer, an independent mechanic, or yourself? Consumer Reports breaks down when to try your hand at repairs and when to call a pro.

The housing boom that fueled a major increase in home prices during the coronavirus pandemic may finally be cooling off.

Elite Airways LLC announced Tuesday a new nonstop jet service between Northeast Florida Regional Airport in St. Augustine and Newark Liberty International Airport, serving the tri-state area and New York City.

Small business owners in St. Johns County could get some help revamping their stores. The County Commission is offering half a million dollars in COVID relief money for improvements.

Trulieve, the state’s largest medical marijuana operator, is now the nation’s biggest cannabis retailer, after closing on a $2.1 billion deal to acquire former competitor Harvest Health & Recreation Inc.

Bond traders aren’t panicking about higher yields, which should bring some comfort to stock investors.

MiamiCoin has generated roughly $7 million for the city since its August launch, and Mayor Francis Suarez said cryptocurrency contributions could one day replace city taxes.

The image of two-year-old Chloe Clem making a disapproving face was auctioned in cryptocurrency.

The American college of financial services regularly evaluates people with a retirement income literacy quiz. The test essentially examines how much you know about retirement. In 2020, eight out of ten individuals who took it failed. Could you pass?

If you place that order for a new bed or coffee table and think it'll come in right away, think again.

During the pandemic, 35 million Americans have been affected by porch pirates. From small to big packages anything and everything is up for grabs.

The show was originally pitched as a competition series but will now become a documentary.

A 66-year-old Jacksonville man claimed a $1 million top prize from The Florida Lottery's Fastest Road to $1,000,000 Scratch-Off game.

We know it and you know it, too: The pandemic messed with a LOT of people’s jobs.

Consumer Reports says online-only banks can be popular alternatives to traditional brick-and-mortar branches -- as they offer things like no overdraft fees and early pay options.

If you’re ready to get out of town for the holidays this year, experts are saying right now is the time to buy your flights.

Hurricane Ida could become one of the top 10 costliest hurricanes in American history, and even though the storm didn’t hit the Sunshine State, Florida residents might end up paying for it.

There are understandable concerns from homebuyers about inventory and sky-high prices, but there might have been recent some encouraging news to help alleviate those worries.

Just in the past few weeks, the Biden administration announced it would take steps to address a severe housing shortage in the U.S.

The sign dedicated to the 14-year-old appears to have been hit by a car and removed.

Consumer Reports is good at settling disputes, so it cooked lots of burgers three different ways to see which delivers the best burger.

We turned to Real Simple Magazine for some suggestions to get blood, ink and even salad dressing out of clothes.

From backyard bargains to a deal if you need an upgrade on your smartphone, Consumer Reports says there are plenty of opportunities to save money in September.

Here’s what I found in Real Simple magazine’s Secrets to a Clean Home edition for removing stains from upholstery.

If you or your child is riding a bike, you need a good helmet. And while you may already have one, Consumer Reports warns bike helmets don't last forever and yours may need to be replaced.

This week, Airbnb launched a new initiative to provide temporary housing across the world for 20,000 Afghan refugees. Following a turbulent week in the Middle East, the company is now expanding its efforts to help more in need.

As companies look to hire, they’re relaxing their standards and that’s good news if you don’t have a college degree.

This unprecedented time has also been a catalyst for significant changes that could make higher education more affordable and student debt easier to manage.

Lebanon’s government has agreed to pay tens of thousands of poor families cash assistance in U.S. dollars from a World Bank loan as the country’s economic crisis deepens

Floyd Mayweather is the proud owner of a mansion in Miami Beach, after throwing down serious coin last week.

After sleeping on the night bus with her daughter, Jo was forced to borrow money.

Officials warn that the severity of natural disasters is outpacing efforts to prevent their damage.

Dancer Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg was labelled "stupid" at school. Now she has returned to education - as a lecturer.

Sioban Moore escaped disaster by a whisker after receiving a fake email inviting her for a jab.

Keep in mind that items you no longer wear can often be used by someone else.

The seizure is the largest of its kind in the UK - beating the previous record set just weeks ago.

Ben Moore says he was "sceptical" about the offer but messages on Twitter looked "so genuine".

The supermarket giant says its customers increasingly go online for their entertainment.

People underestimate how much their ideal retirement will cost, according to author Dan Ariely, a professor at Duke University. Here's how much you'll need.

While the money could offer relief to families, some parents may want to opt out.

Flood of federal dollars and new D.C. zoning plan could be game-changers for affordable housing.

Thousands of small businesses are still waiting for Covid-related insurance payouts.

Whether you're setting aside cash for retirement or are simply trying to grow your wealth, you should be in control of your finances.

As the number of Americans investing in cryptocurrency has increased, so too have the scams. The Federal Trade Commission released new data showing cryptocurrency-related investment scams have skyrocketed.

If your bank balance is looking anything but healthy right now, this might help.

Pub and cafe owners in Bolton are apprehensive about reopening amid a rise in the Indian variant.

Beam aimed to let users earn higher interest rates on their money by engaging with its mobile savings app. Beam — the mobile savings app that imploded last year after a CNBC investigation revealed dozens of customers were unable to get their money out — has been shut down for good under a tentative settlement with the Federal Trade Commission. As part of the settlement, Beam is banned from operating a mobile banking app or any other product or service that can be used to deposit, store, or withdraw funds. Under the settlement, neither Beam nor Du admit wrongdoing. Beam, which launched in 2019, billed itself as "the first mobile high-interest savings account for the 99%."

President Joe Biden's Covid relief plan is making its way through Congress. The $1.9 trillion bill includes money for a myriad of programs, including enhanced unemployment benefits, vaccination efforts and $1,400 stimulus checks. Funding new relief spending involves an interesting way of borrowing and figuratively printing money, according to Sahil Bloom, a financial educator and vice president at Altamont Capital Partners. Bloom said the government can create money without actually printing physical currency. Check out this video to see who actually "clicks the button" and to learn how the process can backfire.

“I don’t think they got their money’s worth. I think most of our statistics, particularly those related to crime show that doling out overtime like drunken sailors didn’t make our city safer. As we’ve seen twofold increases in carjackings, violent crime ... significantly higher than the year previous and in some cases the highest it’s been in five years, all that extra money was spent with nothing to show for it,” Lopez said.

There are so many ways to earn, manage and invest your money that it really takes some preparation to get it right. Here is a list of some great free resources to learn more about managing your money. Government ResourcesSeveral government agencies offer free learning resources for new investors. Here are some of my favorite resources:The IRS' Interactive Tax Assistant program offers a plethora of answers to common tax issues and questions. The Social Security Administration also offers excellent resources for mapping out any benefits for which you might qualify - how much you can anticipate to receive in Social Security or SSDI benefits; Medicare; and more.

What is the GSA, and what role does it play in the transition?

A new study shows how the trade-offs we make on time and money shape happiness. Dr. Holly Phillips joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the study's findings.

You can soon send money through Gmail Paying your bills could soon be as easy as checking your email. CNET's Dan Ackerman joins CBSN with more on how Google is building a new service that will let you send money through Gmail.

Why pay money to go through the pain of CrossFit? Getting in shape is a popular New Year's Resolution. Contributor Luke Burbank tackles the hardcore workout regimen CrossFit.

How to save money this holiday season With just over two weeks to go before 2015 arrives, financial advisers say there's still time to make year-end money moves. Jill Schlesinger explains.

What's happened to the money from the book? Mark Owen says he had hoped to donate the profits from "No Easy Day" to charity. But that was before his legal battle with the government.

A Money magazine survey finds married couples argue more about their finances than household chores because more women are becoming breadwinners. Money magazine senior writer Donna Rosato discusses the new dynamic between married couples with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts.