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McCarthy says debt ceiling standoff 'not my fault,' as White House warns of economic risks 05/24/2023 09:18pm • WASHINGTON (AP) ��� A defiant House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Wednesday the debt ceiling standoff was ���not my fault��� as he sent Republican negotiators to the White House to finish out talks, but warned the two sides need more time as they try to reach a budget deal with President Joe Biden. Mc Colorado Springs Housing Market Forecast 05/24/2023 08:00pm • Colorado Springs might just be a quick, one-hour drive from the state's capital, but the city has a housing market all its own. In fact, according to the U.S. News Housing Market Index, it's the sixth-strongest market in the nation. Looking at the data, it's no wonder why: The area's limited housing The Guide to Off-Grid Homes 05/24/2023 08:00pm • As energy costs and home prices continue to rise, more Americans are choosing to live off-grid. According to one estimate, more than 250,000 people in the U.S. have an off-grid lifestyle. While the potential cost savings are certainly attractive, technology and interest in tiny homes, shipping conta Looking to Get Out of a Timeshare? Here's How to Do It Legally 05/24/2023 08:00pm • Though consumer awareness around fraudulent exit companies and the challenges associated with getting out of a timeshare has risen in recent years, experts say timeshare ownership remains popular. Like other forms of travel, the timeshare industry suffered during the COVID-19 pandemic. Net originate 8 Things to Look For in a Quarterly Report 05/24/2023 08:00pm • All public companies that trade in the U.S. are required to file Form 10-Q or 10-K reports with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. 10-Q reports come at the end of each fiscal quarter, while 10-K reports are filed at the end of the company's fiscal year. Stock analysts and investors use the Best Money Books for Kids 05/24/2023 08:00pm • Financial literacy can be tough to achieve -- even for adults who have been grappling with money topics their whole lives. But by giving kids a solid, foundational education in finance early in life, you can help them become more financially savvy adults. "Financial stability is a necessity for ever GOP-led Oklahoma Legislature agrees on largest-ever budget with little input from governor 05/24/2023 06:30pm • OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) ��� Republican leaders in Oklahoma, who control every lever of political power in the state, unveiled their largest-ever budget proposal this week, the result of bruising negotiations that left the GOP governor fuming and even some Democrats happy with what it included. The $13 b Minnesota governor signs ���One Minnesota Budget��� as Democrats celebrate their top goals becoming law 05/24/2023 05:52pm • ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) ��� As hundreds of people cheered on the lawn around him, Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz signed a document to symbolize the passage of his $72 billion ���One Minnesota Budget��� at a celebratory ceremony on the front steps of the State Capitol Wednesday morning. Earlier tha ACC backs plan to offer increased payouts to schools for postseason success 05/24/2023 05:00pm • The Atlantic Coast Conference is moving forward allowing schools to earn more money generated from their own postseason performances, a move coming as the league tries to find ways to close a growing financial gap with two power-conference peers. The ACC announced Wednesday that its board of directo Pennsylvania high court appears split over plan to force power plants to pay for carbon emissions 05/24/2023 04:53pm • HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) ��� Justices on Pennsylvania���s Supreme Court indicated Wednesday that they are likely to have split opinions on whether a governor has the right to force power plant owners to pay for their planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions, or whether he first needs approval from a Legi Pakistan's ex-premier Imran Khan softens demand for snap vote amid crackdown on party 05/24/2023 02:54pm • ISLAMABAD (AP) ��� Pakistan���s embattled former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday softened his year-long demand for early elections and said he is forming a committee for talks with the government to end the country's lingering political turmoil. The offer, if accepted by the government of Pri Greater Mid-Atlantic News Digest 1 p.m. 05/24/2023 02:47pm • Here���s a look at how AP���s general news coverage is shaping up for select stories. For up-to-the minute information on AP���s complete coverage of North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Maryland and Delaware, and the rest of the world, visit Coverage Plan at newsroom.ap.org Questions about cov Convicted murderer and ex-attorney Alex Murdaugh facing federal charges of fraud, theft 05/24/2023 01:48pm • COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) ��� Convicted murderer Alex Murdaugh is facing federal charges for the first time after being indicted on 22 financial fraud charges over allegations that the disgraced former attorney schemed to steal settlement money from clients. The indictments unsealed Wednesday don't appear Energy Dept. rejects $200M grant to battery maker after GOP criticism over alleged ties to China 05/24/2023 01:20pm • WASHINGTON (AP) ��� The Biden administration has canceled plans to award a $200 million grant to a U.S. battery manufacturer amid criticism from Republican lawmakers over the company's alleged ties to China. Texas-based Microvast was one of 20 companies to win preliminary grants totaling $2.8 billio Best ways to spend your tax refund 05/24/2023 11:25am • With tax filing season in the rearview mirror, most Americans have received their refunds -- or will soon. But what should you do with the money once it arrives? Whenever you get a windfall, it can be tempting to splurge on something fun. While it can be great to treat yourself with extra cash, a