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Here’s the Cheapest Fully Loaded Luxury SUV for 2026

Final trim models typically come loaded with the best features a brand has to offer. Fortunately for drivers, there are plenty of affordable new luxury cars, trucks and SUVs that come with amazing features. The average new vehicle price may be near $50,000 in 2026, but there’s one fully loaded…

When School Starts Again in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties

School starts in less than a month across all of South Florida’s counties — although the exact date varies by district. Below is a breakdown by county, including when students can expect classes to end again. Why Florida School Calendars Differ Start and end dates are individually determined by each…

9 Times Insurance Saved the Day

Insurance can feel abstract until you need it. Month after month, year after year, you pay premiums without filing a claim. Then, suddenly, that policy is the difference between owing massive debt and having the costs covered. These are the stories of people who were grateful they had the foresight…

Families Are Going to Drastic Lengths to Buy Basic Groceries

Grocery and other everyday costs have risen so much that some families are maxing out credit cards, borrowing money or using savings to buy basic food. Alexandra Thompson and her husband both work full time, but the Union City, Tennessee, couple said they now buy only what they can afford…

I Drove the 2026 Jeep Cherokee, and Its Gas Mileage Blew My Mind

I tested the 2026 Jeep Cherokee for a week for USA TODAY Cars to see how the nameplate changed after a major redesign. The Cherokee has completely evolved, from its styling to its platform. The compact SUV segment is typically dominated by Japanese models like the Toyota RAV4 and Honda…

The  Burrito Debate Reveals GOP’s Affordability Rift

Sometimes a burrito isn’t just a burrito. What started as a complaint about a $20 burrito has turned into one of the internet’s biggest political food fights. Over the past week, conservative influencers, elected officials and even Vice President JD Vance have piled into a viral debate over whether a…

7 Things That Feel Expensive but Are Actually Cheaper Than Ever

Everything costs too much. That’s the national mood, and I get it. But your brain is playing a trick on you, and it’s a trick I’ve watched play out over 35 years of writing about money. Here’s the trick: You remember old prices, but you forget old dollars. A dollar…

How to Get One Before They’re Gone

Need a massive caffeine fix for your Friday? Dunkin’s viral drink buckets are officially back. The coffee chain relaunched its 48-ounce iced drink buckets at participating locations around the country on Aug. 7. The drink buckets can be filled with a guest’s choice of iced coffee or a refresher from…

5 of the Best Car Deals as Automakers Roll Out 2027 Models

August is historically a great time to find deals on new cars, as manufacturers slash prices on cars from the previous model year to make room for newer vehicles, according to car shopping experts. According to an Edmunds.com review of the best times to buy cars, the end of model…

Miami-Area Rents Are Down, but Many Still Can’t Afford Them

Rental prices in South Florida have continued to trend downward, according to a report by Realtor.com. According to the company’s June 2026 Rental Report, June marked the 35th consecutive month of year-over-year decline for properties with zero to two bedrooms across the 50 largest metros in the U.S. In the…