Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway is set to report its second-quarter earnings on Saturday. The firm had about $189 billion in cash and short-term investments as of late March, prompting investor speculation about how it may spend that reserve, or add to it. After trimming its Apple stake in the first...

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Reports Earnings Saturday—What You Need To Know

ConocoPhillips on Thursday reported record levels of production for the second quarter. However, the company's revenue and net income fell short of analysts' estimates and its shares fell. ConocoPhillips also said that its $22.5 billion acquisition of Marathon Oil is on track to close by the end of the fourth...

ConocoPhillips Reports Record Production, Says $22.5B Marathon Deal on Track

Shares in Meta Platforms jumped in extended trading on Wednesday after the social media giant's quarterly results topped Wall Street’s estimates, giving investors confidence that the company’s significant investment in AI is reaping benefits. Meta shares have remained in a trading range since the stock's earnings-driven breakaway gap...

Watch These Meta Price Levels as Stock Pops on Earnings Beat as AI Spending Pays Off

Crocs raised its full-year guidance but issued a third-quarter earnings projection below analysts' expectations. The footwear company posted record revenue and earnings in the second quarter. Part of the problem: A weak sales outlook for its Heydude brand, where it expects to pick up its marketing work in the second...

Crocs Stock Loses Its Footing

Arista Networks shares finished 11% higher Wednesday after the cloud networking company reported better-than-expected earnings and lifted its full-year revenue outlook. Analysts said the company's Etherlink switch portfolio positions it to gain from the artificial intelligence boom. The company's guidance could be conservative, analysts said. Arista Networks (ANET) shares finished...

An Earnings Beat and an Upbeat AI Outlook Lifted Arista Networks Stock

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North Carolina’s beloved Biscuitville has once again been recognized as one of the best regional fast food chains in the United States. In USA Today's annual 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Biscuitville ranked second overall and was also named the No. 1 best fast food breakfast spot in the country.

North Carolina is home to one of the best regional fast food chains in America

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Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

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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?

The July meeting of the Federal Reserve's policy-setting committee started Tuesday, as central bank watchers await clues on when interest rates might be cut. During its two-day meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) debates the course of the influential fed funds rate and other monetary policy topics. Committee members will also carefully craft their written statement during the meeting to indicate their current stance on the economy, which market watchers and economists parse word by word.

The Fed's Two-Day Policy Meeting Started Tuesday—Here's What You Need To Know

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Gavin Newsom is the governor of California. Newsom has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the 2024 Democratic presidential candidate. Born and raised in California, Newsom has held various local and state positions throughout his political career. In 2003, Newsom became San Francisco's youngest mayor in more than a century. He went on to become Lieutenant Governor of California in 2010, and was elected governor in 2018. He has remained governor since.

Gavin Newsom Net Worth

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Living in the area of Wood Dale, I am always on the hunt to try somewhere local and support them. I remember trying Elio Pizza several years ago and I was not really impressed with the food. However, my biggest complaint was the atmosphere created by the employees. My first interaction felt very cliquey, with preferential treatment given to people they knew instead of new customers.

This Popular Italian Restaurant in Addison has lost my business for good—no more Chances.

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CALIFORNIA – Plaintiffs, in a case against Wells Fargo alleging that the bank knowingly took part in a marketing scam, asked the court, July 8, not to grant a motion for summary judgment.

Class action lawsuit says Wells Fargo customers lost over $160 Million

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A developing tropical disturbance in the Caribbean is showing increasing potential to enter the eastern Gulf of Mexico, intensify, and impact areas along the Gulf Coast, likely between Florida and Louisiana. If the system gains a name, it will be designated Tropical Storm Debby. This system has the potential to bring significant rainfall to the eastern Gulf Coast, and depending on its strength, could also generate hazardous winds and a dangerous storm surge.

Potential Tropical Storm Debby Could Bring Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to Gulf Coast and SE GA

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Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

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‘Like I could’ve got hibachi for that price.’. What’s the most you would pay for a Chick-fil-A meal? Whatever number you gave is probably still lower than what this first-time Chick-fil-A customer’s meal cost.

‘Did I get got?’: Chick-fil-A customer questions if she got scammed after one meal comes out to $30

Vice President Kamala Harris is now the likely Democratic presidential nominee after President Joe Biden announced he was dropping out of the 2024 election. From her start as district attorney in San Francisco to the White House, Harris has had a long history in politics. In 2021, she became the first woman, and first Black American and South Asian American to be elected vice president. She has also served as California's attorney general and a Senate.

What Is Kamala Harris' Net Worth?

The 30-year mortgage refinance rate average dipped 19 basis points to 7.25% on Wednesday after sliding just 2 basis points the day prior. The averages for 15-year and jumbo 30-year refi loans also dropped lower on Wednesday, both losing 13 basis points. Other refinance rates were mixed. National Averages of...

Mortgage Refinance Rates Decline Again for 30-Year Loans

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More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

The Denver City Council accepted Monday two grants totaling $24.5 million from the state of Colorado to pay for the homeless navigation campus it opened last year. One council member wants answers as to why wraparound services at the campus aren't up and running.

Denver homeless hotel wins $24.5 million grant, experiences wraparound services delay

Demand for mortgages slipped for a second week as homebuyers shied away from high borrowing costs. The volume of mortgage applications decreased by 3.9% for the week ending July 26, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). Refinancing decreased by 7% from the prior week while purchases were 2% lower.

Mortgage Demand Dips as Fewer Seek Refinancing

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Shake Shack Stock Pops After Strong Sales and Guidance

Shake Shack beat quarterly profit and sales estimates on higher prices. The burger-and-milkshake chain reported same-store sales up 4%, higher than expected. Shake Shack predicted it...

Shake Shack Stock Pops After Strong Sales and Guidance

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