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(Reuters) -Oil producers Chevron Corp and Hess Corp expect the U.S. Federal Trade Commission will review their proposed merger in the third quarter, the companies said in a statement on Thursday.

Chevron and Hess say US FTC merger review expected for third quarter

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Devon Energy Acquires Grayson Mill Energy in $5 Billion Deal. Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Readers are encouraged to conduct their own research or consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Energy Company Acquires Oil-and-Gas Producer In $5 Billion Deal

(Reuters) Top U.S. independent oil producer ConocoPhillips said it received a second request from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission for information on its proposed acquisition of rival Marathon Oil. ConocoPhillips said both companies received the requests on July 11 and are working with the FTC to review the merger. Conoco...

ConocoPhillips, Marathon Oil get second U.S. FTC request over $22.5 billion deal

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

(Reuters) -Activist investor Starboard has a position in Tinder owner Match of more than 6.5% and is pushing for a possible sale if a turnaround isn't successful, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Activist Starboard builds over 6.5% stake in Tinder owner Match, WSJ reports

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Georgia State

Lithonia, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Drevion Micah Evans, a 24-year-old resident of Lithonia, Georgia, has been sentenced to federal prison for a series of crimes involving illegal firearms possession and drug trafficking. Chief U.S. District Judge Timothy C. Batten, Sr. handed down a sentence of six years and six months, to be followed by five years of supervised release.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possessing Illegal Machineguns and Drug Trafficking

The Shy Green

Unexpected Bankruptcy Looms for LL Flooring Amid Economic Challenges. In a surprising turn of events, LL Flooring, a major player in the U.S. hardwood flooring market, is reportedly teetering on the edge of filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This news has sent shockwaves through the retail industry, given the company's prominent position and widespread presence across 47 states.

A store that sells tools and home supplies is suddenly going bankrupt

South Carolina State

Savannah, GA

Gregory and David Melton were convicted Friday in the U.S. District Court in Savannah, Georgia, for their involvement in a price-fixing conspiracy to rig bids and allocate markets for the sale of ready-mix concrete in Georgia and South Carolina. This verdict marks the culmination of an extensive investigation into antitrust violations in the construction materials industry.

DOJ Jury Convicts Two Executives in Concrete Price-Fixing Conspiracy

Missouri State

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced his intervention in the ongoing class action lawsuit against Tyson Foods Inc. and Cal-Maine Foods Inc., accusing the companies of engaging in anti-competitive behavior that has harmed Missouri jobs and communities. Bailey declared his intentions on July 12 via a post on his...

Missouri Attorney General Intervenes in Tyson, Cal-Maine Antitrust Lawsuit

Pennsylvania State

Bucks County Beacon

“Who sits there and thinks, with all the needs we have in America, of criminalizing the homeless?” wonders Pastor Robert Brown of Bristol’s Bible Evangelical Methodist Church after learning that the United States Supreme Court approved punishing those experiencing homelessness who have nowhere to sleep.

After SCOTUS OK’s Criminalization of Homelessness, Pennsylvania Democrats Plan Legislative Response to Protect Rights of the Unhoused

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	Mario Gabelli, a major shareholder of Paramount and its predecessor companies for decades, is pressing for more information about the company’s pending merger with Skydance.Top Of The Mountain: David Ellison’s Skydance Taking Over Paramount After $8 Billion Investment




	Specifically, the investor and fund manager wants to get more financial data and better clarity on the valuation of National Amusements, Inc. Skydance and its backers are putting $8 billion into a complex, two-step transaction to first take control of NAI and then merge with Paramount. The deal, which values Skydance at $4.75 billion and involves a $2.4 billion cash acquisition of National...

“Operation Fishbowl”: Major Paramount Shareholder Seeks More Skydance Merger Details As Legal Plot Thickens

UnitedHealth Group offers a decent yield for income-focused investors. However, one should also consider UnitedHealth Group's upcoming quarterly report and prospective Amedisys acquisition. UnitedHealth Group is a dividend grower with an impressive earnings track record. UnitedHealth Group (UNH 1.42%) stock hasn't performed well this year so far, but there's a...

How Much Will UnitedHealth Group Pay Out in Dividends This Year?

Newark, NJ

ESSEX COUNTY, N.J. - In a notable case from Essex County, New Jersey, 32-year-old Mahogany Hawkins of Newark has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for her involvement in drug trafficking, specifically cocaine and methamphetamine.

Newark Woman Gets 10-Year Sentence for Drug Trafficking

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the NCMEC, 15 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Not included in that number are those who have been missing in Missouri since June 2024.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Markets Insider

Bitcoin's 10% sell-off since June 7 signals a warning for the broader stock market. Stifel strategist Barry Bannister highlighted a strong correlation between bitcoin and the Nasdaq 100. Bannister said he expects a summer correction in stocks, influenced by higher-for-longer interest rates. Bitcoin's 10% sell-off since June 7 is sending...

Bitcoin is sending a warning that the stock market is about to sell off, Stifel says

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ConocoPhillips Faces FTC Scrutiny Over Marathon Oil Acquisition

Top independent oil producer ConocoPhillips announced on Friday that it has received a second request for information from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding its...

ConocoPhillips Faces FTC Scrutiny Over Marathon Oil Acquisition

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