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Pros and Cons to Buying American Express Stock (AXP) 01/27/2019 07:00pm • For investors of American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) stock, it wasn't always about the plastic. Founded in 1850 by Henry Wells, William G. Fargo and John Butterfield, American Express's early business model was well-suited for the times -- to deliver money and packages over long distances to people Car Review: Want a large sedan at a great price? Outgoing 2018 Maxima fits the bill 01/27/2019 06:04pm • WASHINGTON — Sedans are useful cars but have fallen out of favor with buyers. If you fancy a car, now is a very good time to buy. The Nissan Maxima, a larger sedan, is a nice mix of sport and luxury at a decent price. But now that price might be even sweeter if you buy a 2018 model. Why the Fewer than half of Md. kindergartners prepared for school success 01/27/2019 02:01pm • WASHINGTON — More than half of students enrolled in kindergarten in Maryland do not demonstrate all the knowledge, skills and behaviors necessary to be successful when entering school, a report released last week said. The report shows that 47 percent of students demonstrated readiness for succ More training recommended to protect Prince George's Co. firefighters after 2016 shooting death 01/26/2019 06:45am • WASHINGTON — A review of the 2016 shooting death of a Prince George's County firefighter is being used to find ways to prevent situations exactly like the one that led to the shooting of two emergency responders that left one dead. When John Ulmschneider was shot and killed in Temple Hills in 2 Hands off: Distracted driving risk changing 01/25/2019 08:31am • WASHINGTON — A new study on distracted driving concludes the source of distraction has morphed dramatically in recent years. "We've seen a big increase in the percentage of drivers manipulating cellphones behind the wheel," said Russ Rader, of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, "to tex Credit unions, banks offer shutdown assistance to federal workers 01/25/2019 07:44am • WASHINGTON — Federal workers are grasping at straws to make ends meet during the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Small businesses are struggling, essential personnel are at risk of being classified as AWOL and furloughed feds are using resources from local food banks and charities, Column: An offer for Bryce Harper and Manny Machado that makes sense 01/25/2019 02:40am • WASHINGTON — So, we’re all still here, waiting. The MLB free agent bonanza that was supposed to make history this winter with unprecedented, blockbuster deals has instead made a much different kind of history as the market for Bryce Harper and Manny Machado has seemingly vanished into thin ai Metro plans to offer free rides to working feds during shutdown 01/24/2019 09:43pm • WASHINGTON — Metro plans to allow federal workers to ride free starting on Monday, Metro Board Chairman Jack Evans said. A formal vote is scheduled during an emergency meeting on Friday afternoon. Under the policy, federal workers working without pay would show their federal worker identific Local students' research might benefit cities 01/24/2019 09:00pm • EDITOR'S NOTE: This story has been reworded after WTOP received incorrect data on growth numbers for cities. WASHINGTON — As cities grow in the next decade, everything from traffic to emergency preparedness to health care will become more complicated. But, experts believe work now being don How Savvy Investors Beat a Stock Market Slowdown 01/24/2019 07:00pm • Analysts may be forecasting a stock market slowdown in 2019, but that may prove to be a good thing for savvy investors who know where to look, experts say. "Often there are greater annualized gains during bear markets than you can achieve in bull markets, primarily since bear markets tend to develo Why Power of Attorney Can Be Key for Senior Health Care 01/24/2019 07:00pm • In the vast constellation of legal documents you could encounter over your lifetime, some are more critical than others. For older adults, a few legal instruments take on outsized importance, particularly in the context of ensuring adequate health care as we age. While some documents that older adu When Should You Have Multiple Credit Cards? 01/24/2019 07:00pm • When used responsibly, credit cards can help you manage expenses, establish a positive credit history, and take advantage of rewards and other benefits along the way. With so many different types of credit cards and card features available, it may make sense to carry more than one to maximize their 7 Best Places To Hold Short-Term Cash 01/24/2019 07:00pm • Short-term funds have big-time returns.Short-term investments may be a good solution for those looking to remain liquid or stashing cash in an emergency fund. With the Federal Reserve raising interest rates, rates on securities that mature anywhere from several days to a few years are boasting some Does my child have strep throat? 01/23/2019 07:00pm • In my pediatric office, I see a patient for possible strep throat nearly every day. Strep throat is a common infection in school-age kids that can be easily diagnosed and treated. 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