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South Dakota legislator calls for inquiry into Gov. Noem's Texas dental trip and promo video 03/13/2024 06:27pm • A Democratic legislator on Wednesday called for an inquiry into South Dakota Republican Gov. Kristi Noem's trip to Texas for dental work and a promotional video in which she praises the doctors for giving her "a smile I can be proud of and confident in.” State Sen. Reynold Nesiba said he initially Fairfax Co. police: Scammers continue to rip people off using crypto ATMs, oftentimes stealing $10K 03/10/2024 03:24pm • Fraudsters continue to rip people off using scam calls, gift cards and bitcoin ATMs. Police in Fairfax County, Virginia, are warning residents to avoid callers that ask for money and immediately report any scams they come across. "They're taking advantage of people's fear," said Sgt. Jacob Pearce Havertz scores late winner as Arsenal beats Brentford 2-1 to go top of Premier League overnight 03/09/2024 03:50pm • LONDON (AP) — Arsenal moved to the top of the Premier League for at least a day after Kai Havertz’s late goal secured a 2-1 win over Brentford on Saturday. Havertz had been somewhat fortunate to avoid a second booking for a dive in the area earlier in the second half, a decision that proved cruc Havertz comes to Ramsdale's rescue as Arsenal leaves it late to climb to top of Premier League 03/09/2024 03:33pm • MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Aaron Ramsdale looked up to the sky and was soon being consoled and encouraged by his teammates. Would a dreadful mistake by Arsenal’s back-up goalkeeper end its long winning run and stop the team climbing to the top of the Premier League? Kai Havertz ensured it wouldn 16 Best Apps for Buying and Selling Used Stuff 03/03/2024 07:00pm • If you're trying to clear out your closet or scrounge up some extra cash, you might consider selling used stuff to bring in additional income. From old gift cards to your wedding dress, there are marketplaces designed to sell all kinds of items. "When it comes to buying and selling pre-owned items, Faith-based network looks for your support in getting hundreds of guns off Montgomery Co. streets 03/01/2024 05:17am • A faith-based gun violence prevention group is asking for donations to help fund a “no questions asked” buyback event that hopes to get 300 guns off the streets of Montgomery County, Maryland. The D.C. area Interfaith Gun Violence Prevention Network is sponsoring the event which will be held 10 Legit Ways to Get Free Money 02/28/2024 07:00pm • Trying to pay bills and build savings with limited funds is an all too common dilemma. Sometimes there's just not enough money to go around. A 2023 Payroll.org survey discovered that 78% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. The stress can be tremendous, especially as the cost of goods and s How a WTOP reporter almost got swindled by a scammer over the phone 02/27/2024 08:11pm • Scam phone calls have become more prevalent and in some cases more convincing these days as thieves try to steal victims' money and personal or financial information. Montgomery County Police say among the most common scams are phone calls in which the caller impersonates law enforcement or a gov 4 Tips for Retirees in a Government Shutdown 02/27/2024 07:00pm • A partial government shutdown is greatly concerning for many Americans. The March 1, 2024, deadline for Congress to pass a budget is quickly approaching. If a bipartisan spending deal isn't made, certain federal services will slow or be put on pause. Retirees in particular may feel the impact of a s How to Get Down Payment Assistance for a Mortgage 02/26/2024 07:00pm • Purchasing a home is exciting, but for many first-time and young buyers, one obstacle stands in the way: the down payment. Among millennials who want to buy a house, 71% said they can't afford to, according to a 2023 report by the rental website Apartment List. The good news is that homebuyers can g An Etiquette Guide to Regifting 02/26/2024 07:00pm • Did you receive a present that you want to pass on to someone else? You're not alone, especially during high-volume gifting occasions. A 2023 Magestore survey found that 56.6% of Americans planned on regifting or donating unwanted winter holiday presents. Giving and receiving is a year-round event, Best Debit Card Rewards Programs 02/25/2024 07:00pm • Cash back credit cards often get the spotlight, but plenty of people prefer to stick with their debit card. According to an annual tracker by S&P Global Market Intelligence, debit now surpasses credit as consumers' preferred payment card, with 56.2% of consumers preferring debit as their primary Kenneth Mitchell, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Marvel’ actor, dead at 49 02/25/2024 02:49pm • (CNN) — Kenneth Mitchell, an actor who appeared in the series “Star Trek: Discovery” and Marvel’s “Captain Marvel,” has died, his family announced in a statement shared on his verified social media Sunday.He was 49.“With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Kenneth Alexander Mit NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week 02/23/2024 04:51pm • A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. ___ Executive Order 9066 authorized Japanese detention during World War For Black ‘nones’ who leave religion, what’s next? 02/20/2024 03:47pm • (RNS) — When Black Americans leave religion, it’s rarely a clean break. Take Rogiérs Fibby, a self-described agnostic, atheist and secular humanist who grew up in the Moravian Church. The head of the Washington, D.C., chapter of the Black Secular Collective, Fibby also considers himself “cult