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The trillion-dollar housing debt: Which states are adding the most mortgage debt?

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At the beginning of 2024, the average mortgage debt owed per household was more than $241,000.

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Disney, Florida settle lawsuit over special district, easing tensions in bitter fight

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Walt Disney have reached a settlement to end a high-profile lawsuit in state court over the control of the special district that includes Walt Disney World in Orlando, the company said on Wednesday.

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Utah Sen. Mitt Romney has concerns about reclassifying marijuana

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Utah Sen. Mitt Romney and other Republican senators are raising concerns about a recommendation from the Biden administration to reschedule marijuana to one considered at low risk for dependence.

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Joe Lieberman, former US senator and vice presidential candidate, dies at 82

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Former U.S. senator and Democratic Party vice presidential nominee Joe Lieberman has died at the age of 82 after suffering complications from a fall, his family said on Wednesday.

Wednesday, Mar 27

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Congress is running out of time to expand benefits for downwinders harmed by nuclear tests

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Congress didn't include an expansion of benefits to radiation victims in its recent $1.2 billion spending package, giving lawmakers until June extend the aid before it runs out.

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Biden administration will lend $1.5B to restart Michigan nuclear power plant, a first in the US

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The federal government will provide a $1.5 billion loan to restart a nuclear power plant in southwestern Michigan. Officials say it would be the first nuclear power plant to be reopened in the U.S.

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Trump evokes more anger, fear from Democrats than Biden does from Republicans, poll shows

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Presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump appears to stoke more fear and anger among Democrats than President Joe Biden does among Republicans, a new poll finds.

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A shift in real estate commissions could affect housing affordability

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Experts question if the dramatic change in real estate commissions will help make the market more manageable for buyers.

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NBC cuts ties with former RNC head Ronna McDaniel

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NBC News cut ties Tuesday with former Republican National Committee chief Ronna McDaniel less than a week after hiring her as an on-air political contributor, a decision that followed a furious protest by some of its journalists and…

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Visa and Mastercard agree to $30B settlement that will lower merchant fees

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Two of the world's largest credit card networks, Visa and Mastercard, as well as the banks that issue cards with them, agreed to settle a decadeslong antitrust case brought upon by merchants.

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Gag order bars Donald Trump from commenting on witnesses, others in hush money case

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A New York judge has issued a gag order barring Donald Trump from making public statements about witnesses, prosecutors, court staff and jurors in his upcoming hush money criminal trial. Judge Juan M. Merchan on Tuesday cited Trump's…

Tuesday, Mar 26

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Do you want fries with that? Krispy Kreme doughnuts are coming to McDonald's

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Krispy Kreme and McDonald's are getting together over breakfast. The doughnut chain and the fast food giant unveiled plans on Tuesday to offer its products at McDonald's locations across the United States.

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How to protect yourself from political scams this election year

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Online scams in election years can attempt to impersonate political parties or groups to access sensitive information such as credit card numbers and Social Security numbers.

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Which fruit or vegetable contains the most pesticide?

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Fruits and vegetables that are considered to be among the most healthy food options have also once again made a less prestigious list: Strawberries and spinach top the "Dirty Dozen" for containing the most pesticides.

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GOP gubernatorial candidate Phil Lyman blames Baltimore bridge collapse on diversity

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Rep. Phil Lyman, R-Blanding, a gubernatorial candidate, on Tuesday blamed the Baltimore bridge collapse on "governors who prioritize diversity over the wellbeing and security of citizens."

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Bird flu, weather and inflation conspire to keep egg prices near historic highs for Easter

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Egg prices are at near-historic highs in many parts of the world as Easter and Passover approach.

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Program to clean up diesel polluters in Utah is not being used

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Davis County health officials said a program that fixes diesel vehicles with removed or tampered emissions controls is not being used.

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Donald Trump's estimated net worth just doubled as Truth Social owner closes deal to go public

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Truth Social owner Trump Media & Technology Group has finalized its deal to go public, creating a massive windfall for former President Donald Trump that doubles his net worth.

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Florida's DeSantis signs one of the country's most restrictive social media bans for minors

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Florida will have one of the country's most restrictive social media bans for minors, if it withstands expected legal challenges. Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday that will ban social media accounts for children…

Monday, Mar 25

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Trump's New York hush money case is set for trial April 15

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A New York judge has scheduled former President Donald Trump's hush money trial to begin April 15.

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From garage to global: The journey of Utah's most-trusted company, Ski Butlers

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What began as a small business in a garage in Park City in 2004 now serves 50 mountain resorts worldwide and was recently ranked as the most trustworthy company in the state of Utah.

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Chick-Fil-A backtracks from no-antibiotics-in-chicken pledge, blames supply shortages

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The fast-food chain Chick-Fil-A backtracked from its decade-old "no antibiotics ever" pledge intended to help prevent human antibiotic resistance linked to the rampant use of the drugs in livestock production.

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Court to block collection of Trump's $454M civil fraud judgment if he puts up $175M

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A New York appeals court on Monday agreed to hold off collection of former President Donald Trump's $454 million civil fraud judgment — if he puts up $175 million within 10 days.

Boeing CEO to exit in broader management shakeup

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Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun will be stepping down at the end of the year from the top job at the company, which is under pressure from major airlines wanting to know how Boeing plans to fix problems in the manufacturing of its planes.

Sunday, Mar 24

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What would you like to be remembered for? Study says this is No. 1

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Ask Americans what they hope will be their legacy, and a stunning nearly 1 in 3 say they'd like to be remembered for their creativity — ahead of intelligence (20%), wealth (14%) and humanitarian work (10%).

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The most affordable states in which to a buy a home

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If you're looking to finally buy a house this year, you might find the market as unyielding in 2024 as it has been for the past several years.

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Olympian and hopefuls break in Utah's biggest outdoor climbing wall at Millcreek City Hall

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Professional speed climbers flew up an outdoor climbing wall to showcase the efforts of Millcreek toward bridging the gap between a growing sport and the public from all walks of life.

Saturday, Mar 23

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Biden signs $1.2 trillion funding package averting government shutdown

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President Joe Biden has signed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills that Congress just passed, ending the threat of a potential partial government shutdown. The legislation was approved by senators early Saturday, with passage coming…

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Senate inches toward passage of $1.2 trillion funding package in overnight vote

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The Senate is inching closer to passage of a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills after reaching agreement on a series of proposed amendment votes.

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Second gentleman, White House official tout federal funding to remove lead pipes in SLC

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U.S. Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff announced federal funds to upgrade the City Creek water treatment plant and remove lead pipes in Salt Lake City.