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Your homeowners insurance may cover tornado damage, but it depends on where you live
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Education
No, Florida House Bill 999 won’t ban historically Black fraternities and sororities from state universities
Florida House Bill 999 will not ban historically Black fraternities or sororities from universities in the state. But opponents say the bill is unconstitutional.
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Crime
Claims that accused University of Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger could be executed by firing squad if convicted need context
Idaho requires lethal injection be used for all executions when available. A new law makes the firing squad an option only if injection is not.
Money
Biden’s veto does not require retirement accounts to be invested in ESG funds
Here’s what Biden’s veto of legislation centered on environmental, social and governance factors means for retirement plans.
Sports
Why American flags sometimes appear backward on uniforms
Baseball teams and U.S. military alike wear flag patches with the stars facing right, making them look flipped or reversed.
Donald Trump
Video claiming to show Manhattan DA dropping charges against Trump is fake
The fake video was created using an appearance Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg made in January 2022. The criminal investigation into Trump isn’t closed.
Money
Yes, your March Madness bracket winnings are taxable
Federal tax law requires you to report gambling winnings, whether you’re betting in your office pool, at the casino or online during March Madness.
Money
March Madness bracket winnings are taxable
Federal tax law requires you to report gambling winnings, whether you’re betting in your office pool, at the casino or online during March Madness.
Donald Trump
Images claiming to show Donald Trump being arrested are fake
These photos claiming to show Trump being arrested aren’t real. They were created with Midjourney, an artificial intelligence program.
Money
Yes, it’s free to search for and claim your unclaimed money
Each state has an unclaimed property program that is available to all for free.
Extreme Weather
Your homeowners insurance may cover tornado damage, but it depends on where you live
Some standard homeowners insurance policies cover tornado damage, but you may need to purchase additional windstorm coverage if you live in a storm-prone area.
Education
No, Florida House Bill 999 won’t ban historically Black fraternities and sororities from state universities
Florida House Bill 999 will not ban historically Black fraternities or sororities from universities in the state. But opponents say the bill is unconstitutional.
Scams
How to spot charity donation scams
VERIFY viewers often ask about charity scams. Here are four ways to make sure your donation is in the right hands.
Crime
Claims that accused University of Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger could be executed by firing squad if convicted need context
Idaho requires lethal injection be used for all executions when available. A new law makes the firing squad an option only if injection is not.
Money
Biden’s veto does not require retirement accounts to be invested in ESG funds
Here’s what Biden’s veto of legislation centered on environmental, social and governance factors means for retirement plans.
Sports
Why American flags sometimes appear backward on uniforms
Baseball teams and U.S. military alike wear flag patches with the stars facing right, making them look flipped or reversed.
Donald Trump
Video claiming to show Manhattan DA dropping charges against Trump is fake
The fake video was created using an appearance Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg made in January 2022. The criminal investigation into Trump isn’t closed.
Money
Yes, your March Madness bracket winnings are taxable
Federal tax law requires you to report gambling winnings, whether you’re betting in your office pool, at the casino or online during March Madness.
Money
March Madness bracket winnings are taxable
Federal tax law requires you to report gambling winnings, whether you’re betting in your office pool, at the casino or online during March Madness.
Donald Trump
Images claiming to show Donald Trump being arrested are fake
These photos claiming to show Trump being arrested aren’t real. They were created with Midjourney, an artificial intelligence program.
Money
Yes, it’s free to search for and claim your unclaimed money
Each state has an unclaimed property program that is available to all for free.
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