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Powerball jackpot rises to estimated $835 million 09/24/2023 12:32pm • ▶ Watch Video: Feeling lucky? Here's what to do if you win the lottery Powerball's jackpot has now risen to an estimated $835 million after no tickets matched the winning numbers in Monday's draw.The winning numbers for Monday's drawing were 10, 12, 22, 36 and Minnesota's would-be head of cannabis regulation quits amid reports she sold illegal products 09/23/2023 07:37pm • ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The recently appointed director of Minnesota’s new marijuana regulatory agency Erin Dupree has resigned amid reports that she sold illegal cannabis products in the state. Dupree ran a business that sold products exceeding state limits on THC potency, owed money to forme Fry's double in ninth inning sends Guardians to 9-8 win, spoils comeback by AL East-leading Orioles 09/22/2023 11:51pm • CLEVELAND (AP) — Moments before being officially eliminated from the playoffs, the Guardians rallied as if a spot in October was on the line. In a season of so many setbacks, another stirring comeback. David Fry delivered a two-run double with one out in the ninth inning as Cleveland recover Medicaid expansion to begin soon in North Carolina as governor decides to let budget bill become law 09/22/2023 09:14pm • RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper announced Friday he would let the state budget bill that's now reached his desk become law without his signature, opening the way for Medicaid coverage for 600,000 low-income adults, with some receiving the government health insurance soon. The Jailhouse letter adds wrinkle in case of mom accused of killing husband, then writing kids' book 09/22/2023 06:07pm • PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Jailhouse writings by a Utah mother accused of killing her husband, then writing a children’s book about death, have led prosecutors to accuse her of trying to tamper with witnesses, an allegation that her attorneys say is baseless. A relative of Kouri Richins meanwhile we NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week 09/22/2023 02:40pm • 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. Here are the facts: ___ Viral video shows flamethrower-wielding Missouri Both parties rally supporters as voting begins in Virginia's closely watched legislative elections 09/22/2023 01:23pm • RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Early voting started Friday in Virginia's costly, high-stakes and closely watched legislative elections after a week in which elected officials and candidates rallied their supporters across the state. All 140 General Assembly seats are on the ballot, with candidates runnin From an old-style Afghan camera, a new view of life under the Taliban emerges 09/22/2023 11:14am • KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The odd device draws curious onlookers everywhere. From the outside, it resembles little more than a large black box on a tripod. Inside lies its magic: a hand-made wooden camera and darkroom in one. As a small crowd gathers around the box camera, images of beauty and Australia's government posts $14.2 billion budget surplus after 15 years in the red 09/21/2023 09:37pm • CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia’s government reported Friday that it had a budget surplus of 22.1 billion Australian dollars ($14.2 billion) in the last fiscal year, the first time the nation’s books have been balanced in 15 years. The government cited low unemployment and high prices for See How Average Student Loan Debt Has Changed 09/21/2023 08:00pm • Average student loan debt has been on the rise as families try to keep up with soaring college costs. Though 2022 college graduates who borrowed to pay for school took out, on average, $302 less in loans compared with the prior year, the average total student debt continues to hover near $30,000, ac 7 Best Funds to Hold in a Roth IRA 09/21/2023 08:00pm • When it comes to saving for retirement or building long-term wealth, the Roth IRA stands as one of the most potent types of investment accounts for U.S. investors. Since its inception in 1998, this account has been a cornerstone in most American retirement plans. "A Roth IRA is an account that you c How Climate Change Could Impact Your Home Value 09/21/2023 08:00pm • The last few years have not been kind to homeowners insurance premiums, especially for those living in states along the coast, where insurers and homeowners have to contend with rising oceans, more extreme hurricanes and wildfires. Some insurers have gone out of business, and others simply won't do Is a 401(k) Worth It in 2023? Pros, Cons and Costs 09/21/2023 08:00pm • If your employer offers a 401(k) plan, contributing to it is an easy way to set aside funds for retirement. These accounts are designed for long-term saving and include some key advantages. However, you'll want to be aware of the potential downsides attached to a 401(k). Once you understand the pros 6 Reasons You're Getting a Smaller Social Security Check 09/21/2023 08:00pm • Checking your Social Security benefit statement annually is a smart financial move. It allows you to verify the accuracy of your recorded earnings, ensuring that your contributions to the Social Security system are reflected correctly. Reviewing your statement also provides a clear snapshot of your Governors, Biden administration push to quadruple efficient heating, AC units by 2030 09/21/2023 07:42pm • A group of 25 state governors that make up the U.S. Climate Alliance and the Biden administration announced a pledge Thursday to quadruple the number of heat pumps in U.S. homes by 2030, from 4.7 million to 20 million. Heat pumps use little electricity, yet are able to heat and cool buildings. Since