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8 Must-Do Financial Tasks Before the End of the Year 09/22/2016 08:00pm • With only one quarter left in 2016, it's about time to begin thinking about year-end planning strategies. While you still have a few more months, keep in mind that nearly all of the strategies that can reduce taxable income must be complete by Dec. 31. These eight tips can help you avoid leaving mo Sinking Orioles yield 5 unearned runs in 5-1 loss to Red Sox 09/22/2016 02:55am • BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles knew all along that this four-game series against Boston would go a long way toward determining their status in the playoff hunt. Having lost the first three games in distressing fashion, the Orioles can pretty much shift their focus toward the wild card How to Save For Retirement While Paying for a Child's College 09/13/2016 08:00pm • The typical investor has two long-term goals: retirement and kids' college expenses. Ideally, a family would estimate how much each will require, make a conservative guess about likely returns, and then invest enough each month to reach both targets on schedule. But that's tough to do. So which goa Beyond the Retirement Fund: When to Invest in the Stock Market 08/31/2016 08:00pm • While most people with a 401(k) or IRA are likely to have money invested in the stock market, owning individual stocks is less common. Buying individual stocks certainly isn't cheap, with some traditional brokerages requiring $5,000 or more upfront. However, there are affordable ways to invest in t Pr. George's students return amid fallout of 2 staff probes 08/23/2016 10:40am • BOWIE, Md. — A day after the public schools in D.C. began their new year, one of the largest school systems in the area, Prince George's County Public Schools, sent its nearly 129,000 students back to class Tuesday morning. "The first day of school always brings great excitement for the child Should You Use Retirement Savings to Fund Your Child's College Education? 08/16/2016 08:00pm • When faced with looming college expenses, many parents quickly find out that they haven't saved adequately. If you're in this situation, it may be tempting to tap into your retirement savings to pay for your child's college education, but this is seldom the best option. As a parent, you are probably Where are the best hotel rewards programs? 08/16/2016 12:40pm • U.S. News reveals the Best Hotel Rewards Programs of 2016-17. What makes a hotel rewards program right for you? Some offer greater geographic coverage than their competitors, while others make it easy to earn free stays and attain elite status perks quickly. To help you determine which hotel rewa Spend a Windfall Wisely 08/15/2016 08:00pm • So, you've come into some money ...Whether you've received an inheritance, landed a new job signing bonus or cashed the gift checks from your wedding, managing an influx of cash wisely is important. Click on to learn how to make sure that your newfound wealth is working for you.Take a moment to brea How to Invest in Retirement 08/07/2016 08:00pm • For people with many years left to work, the retirement goal line looks way off in the gloom. Carry the ball across and you win, entering a deep end zone where there's no boss to answer to and you can enjoy decades of prosperity, comfort and fulfillment if all goes well. But retirement is not a ste Correction: Hot Air Balloon Crash-Texas story 08/03/2016 07:08pm • LOCKHART, Texas (AP) — In a story Aug. 1 about a hot air balloon crash, The Associated Press reported erroneously, based on inaccurate information from the Federal Aviation Administration, that the same balloon that crashed Saturday in Central Texas, killing 16, had been involved in a 2014 crash. Metro Transit officer charged with trying to aid ISIS 08/03/2016 06:12pm • WASHINGTON — A veteran officer with Metro Transit Police appeared in court federal court Wednesday afternoon to face a charge that he attempted to aid the foreign terrorist group known as ISIS. Nicholas Young, 36, of Fairfax, is accused of purchasing $245 worth of gift cards last week that were Car Companies and the Race to Profits 08/02/2016 08:00pm • Driving for profit.Given the proliferation of internet information, it's easier than ever to shop for new or used cars. But scoping car companies to park in the investment garage? In large part, no straight-line correlation exists between vehicles rolling off the assembly line and profits bankrollin GOP leaders urge feds to dismiss former Virginia gov's case 07/27/2016 03:00am • RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Top Virginia Republicans have asked the Justice Department to stop trying to convict former Gov. Bob McDonnell of corruption. House Speaker William Howell and Senate Majority Leader Thomas Norment said in a letter to Attorney General Loretta Lynch Friday that prosecuting Mc Are the Olympics an Empty Promise for its Hosts? 07/20/2016 08:00pm • Editor's note: The upcoming Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro is placing international attention on Brazil. In this last of three reports, Best Countries examines the impact hosting the Games has had on previous host cities. ATHENS -- In the middle-class suburb of Galatsi, located three miles northe Scholarships for Outdoors Lovers 07/20/2016 08:00pm • Students who play sports or musical instruments as well as those who are academically strong have many scholarship and financial aid options easily available for them. However, many scholarships are also available for students with interests that extend beyond these areas. For students who love natu