For generations, Americans worried that automation would replace factory workers. Robots assembled cars, machines replaced warehouse labor and computers eliminated entire categories of clerical work. Now automation has walked through the office door. Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming capable of performing work once reserved for college-educated professionals: drafting contracts, writing computer code, analyzing financial information, creating advertisements, answeri

TAMPA — For decades, the American rental market revolved around a simple formula: one household, one apartment or one house. But soaring housing costs and changing lifestyles are helping revive an old concept with a modern business model—renting individual bedrooms instead of entire homes. Rooming houses, sometimes marketed today as co-living, shared housing or rent-by-the-room properties, are attracting both tenants looking for affordable housing and investors searching for

For generations of Tampa residents, WestShore Plaza represented the future. When the mall opened in 1967, suburban America was booming. Families were moving away from traditional downtowns, automobiles were reshaping cities and enclosed shopping malls were becoming the new centers of American consumer life. Nearly 60 years later, WestShore Plaza may once again offer a glimpse of the future. Only this time, the future involves tearing much of the old model down. Third Lake Par

For many 25-year-olds, becoming a millionaire sounds like something reserved for entrepreneurs, professional athletes, celebrities or people fortunate enough to invest in the next great technology company. But becoming a millionaire by age 55 may require something far less exciting: consistent investing, an average 8 percent annual return and 30 years of patience. The most valuable financial asset a 25-year-old possesses isn't money. It's time. Consider someone who begins at

After nearly two decades of failed stadium proposals, political battles and questions about whether Major League Baseball could survive long-term in Tampa Bay, the Tampa Bay Rays finally appear to have found their future home. And it is in Tampa. The Hillsborough County Commission voted 5-2 Friday to approve its portion of a proposed $2.36 billion stadium project on Hillsborough College's Dale Mabry campus. The vote came one day after the Tampa City Council narrowly approved

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has officially renamed Lake Ontario “Lake America” for U.S. federal purposes, turning one of North America’s most recognizable geographic landmarks into the latest symbol of his increasingly contentious relationship with Canada. Trump signed an executive order on Aug. 27 directing the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Board on Geographic Names to change the federal designation of Lake Ontario to Lake America. Federal maps, documents a

AUSTIN, Texas — For most of its history, Tesla has been described as an electric-car company. That description is becoming increasingly incomplete. Tesla's next major bet is not simply another automobile. It is an attempt to transform transportation into an automated service—combining electric vehicles, artificial intelligence, autonomous driving and, increasingly, SpaceX's Starlink satellite network. At the center of that strategy is the Cybercab, Tesla's purpose-built robot

TAMPA, Fla. — For decades, Tampa Bay's economy has been associated with tourism, real estate, health care, finance and the steady stream of new residents arriving in Florida. But a new national ranking suggests another industry is becoming increasingly important to the region: technology. Tampa-based nonprofit Tampa Bay Wave has been ranked the No. 3 startup accelerator in the United States in TIME's inaugural 2026 ranking of America's best startup incubators and accelerators

Once treated largely as a negotiating weapon, tariffs are increasingly becoming a routine expense for American companies — and ultimately, their customers. WASHINGTON — For American businesses, tariffs are beginning to look less like a temporary disruption and more like another line on the cost of doing business. After a dramatic expansion of U.S. tariffs beginning in 2025, companies have spent much of the past year adjusting supply chains, renegotiating contracts and decidin

Not long ago, building a media company required millions of dollars, a television network, or the backing of a major publishing house. Today, all it takes is a smartphone, an internet connection, and the ability to create content that people want to watch. This shift has given rise to what economists call the creator economy—a rapidly expanding industry that has transformed ordinary individuals into entrepreneurs, entertainers, and business owners. The creator economy include

Despite concerns over inflation, interest rates, and global uncertainty, the U.S. economy has continued to show remarkable resilience. While economists have repeatedly warned of a possible recession over the past several years, the nation's economy has remained one of the strongest among advanced economies, supported by steady consumer spending, business investment, and a healthy labor market. One of the biggest drivers of economic strength remains employment. The United Stat

At first glance, the American economy appears to be in solid shape. Unemployment remains relatively low, consumer spending continues to drive growth, and the stock market has recovered much of the ground lost during recent periods of uncertainty. Yet beneath the headline numbers, many Americans say the economy feels far less healthy than government statistics suggest. The biggest challenge remains affordability. While inflation has slowed considerably from the record highs se

Major Reshoring Initiative Would Bring Hundreds of Thousands of Jobs, But Come With Steep Price Tag Manufacturing experts and economists are examining what could happen if tech giant Apple relocates its manufacturing operations from overseas to American soil—a scenario that would fundamentally alter the nation's economic landscape. Apple workers at manufacturing plant in China. Such a move would represent one of the most ambitious reshoring efforts in modern history, with con

The U.S. stock market has posted strong gains through the first half of 2026. Major indices have climbed on the back of resilient corporate earnings, continued technological investment, and steady consumer spending. Technology and semiconductor companies have led the advance, supported by demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure and cloud services. Broader market participation has also improved, with gains spreading into financials, industrials, and select consumer s

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Located along Interstate 45 between Houston and Dallas, Huntsville has long enjoyed a stable economy built around education, government employment, healthcare, and retail. While many small Texas communities struggle with economic uncertainty, Huntsville continues to benefit from the presence of two major institutions: Sam Houston State University and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). By Alexa Bickerwood Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Huntsville is experiencing a period of significant residential growth as new housing developments continue to expand across the city and surrounding areas. Driven by population growth, economic development, and its strategic location along Interstate 45 between Houston and Dallas, Huntsville is rapidly evolving from a traditional college and prison-industry town into one of East Texas' fastest-growing communities. Proposed residential development project i

Not long ago, a side hustle was exactly what the name implied: a little extra work after hours to help pay the bills. Today, however, side hustles have evolved into something much bigger. Across America, ordinary people are transforming small passion projects, online stores, and freelance services into businesses worth millions of dollars. Economists call it the "hustle economy"—a rapidly growing sector fueled by technology, social media, and a workforce increasingly interest

Tampa remains one of Florida's strongest regional economies, driven by steady population growth, business investment, and a diverse mix of industries. While higher interest rates and inflation have slowed some sectors, the Tampa Bay area continues to outperform many metropolitan regions across the country. Healthcare is one of the area's largest economic engines. Major employers, including Tampa General Hospital, BayCare Health System, and AdventHealth, continue expanding ser

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Huntsville residents may soon have the opportunity to help shape one of the most ambitious development projects proposed for the city in recent years Huntsville Entertainment District in downtown Huntsville, Texas. City officials are currently gathering public feedback on a proposed Entertainment District that could transform a portion of Huntsville into a regional destination for tourism, sports, and family recreation. The concept under consideration incl

China’s economy showed clear signs of slowing in April as consumer spending, factory production, and investment growth all weakened amid growing fallout from the Iran war and continued problems in the country’s property market. Retail sales rose just 0.2% compared to a year earlier, far below economists’ expectations of 2% growth and the weakest pace since late 2022. Industrial production also slowed sharply, increasing 4.1% year-over-year after growing 5.7% in March. Meanwhi