Andryanna Sheppard

Inflation may be easing. The price you pay for goods and services went up 8.5% in July. That’s less than economists predicted, indicating inflation is declining. New data on Wednesday shows the numbers are a stark contrast to June, which saw a 40-year high topping 9%. With inflation slowing down, there’s a glimmer of hope […]

After months of flight frustrations, several senators want relief for flyers. There have been so many of us that can share stories of a flight being canceled or delayed a long time. It’s then you find yourself asking, “why is this happening?” A new bill that will hopefully make a difference is called the “Cash […]

With the highest inflation in more than 40 years, con artists are looking to cash in. One woman worries they’re targeting groceries to steal your money and personal information. Here is what you need to look out for to keep your money and food on the table. Everyone could use a little extra money to […]

Many of Florida’s homeowners will have to search for new insurance after more insurers lost their A-rating. It means if you have a mortgage, you are required to get a policy with a company in good standing. The task of finding affordable homeowner’s insurance may prove to be complicated. The search will begin for some […]

17 Florida homeowner insurance companies may lose their A-rating, according to the state. The reason for that is the state and the company that rates insurance companies are at odds. WINK News tells how you’ll get caught in the middle if you have a mortgage. If you have a mortgage, your insurer has to be […]

This year’s back-to-school sales tax holiday is expected to help families save money. Back-to-school shopping is here and parents aren’t happy about the prices on school supplies. A National Retail Federation study found you can expect to pay 40% more this year on supplies. Anne Shutty-Tilley hit the aisles to get her granddaughter ready for […]

The U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that consumer prices rose 9.1% last month in a year-over-year comparison. U.S inflation surged to the highest level in 41 years. You’ve most likely noticed it at the pump and at the grocery stores. WINK News has tracked the cost of the same 10 items like eggs, milk, […]

Google receives tens of thousands of requests every year to remove personal information, like addresses, found through Google searches. However, only about 13% of requests get approved. Now, Google is expanding its removal policy. WINK News consumer reporter Andryanna Sheppard explains what can be removed and how you can do it. Have you found something […]

Nearly 4 million college students will graduate by the end of 2022. About 65% of them will leave with a degree and student loan debt. The average student loan borrower owes about $29,000, according to the Federal Reserve. And roughly 92% of it is from federal student loans. The starting salary of a college grad […]

With inflation at a 40-year high, the dollar you earn is not going nearly as far as it used to. But getting a promotion or a raise is not that simple. But right now unemployment is low which means it’s harder to hire. In this labor market, employees have the upper hand. Many companies are […]