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A new NBA rumor roundup suggests the Charlotte Hornets may be preparing to offer Brandon Miller a rookie-scale extension worth around $200 million, signaling the franchise views the forward as a cornerstone. The same report notes Anthony Black has not received an extension from the Orlando Magic, leaving his future in Orlando uncertain heading into the season.

An Ohio appeals court has ruled that the state's EdChoice private school voucher system is unconstitutional. The decision challenges one of the largest school voucher programs in the United States, which uses public money to help families pay tuition at private schools. The ruling is expected to be appealed, and its practical effect on thousands of Ohio students using vouchers remains uncertain while the case moves forward.

San Diego's rules committee has advanced packages of campaign finance reforms aimed at tightening disclosure rules and curbing 'dark money' spending in local elections. The measures would require greater transparency about who funds political advertising and independent expenditure committees. The packages now move forward in the legislative process, where they are expected to draw debate over donor disclosure and free-speech concerns.

Delaware is moving forward with $165 million in combined housing and solar energy projects. The funding is set to support new residential development alongside expanded solar capacity in the state. Details on the specific project locations, timelines, and how the money will be allocated have not yet been fully outlined, but the package signals continued state investment in affordable housing and clean energy.

Victims in South Carolina and Georgia are speaking out after an arrest in an alleged travel agent scam. Customers reportedly paid for trips that never materialized. Local residents who lost money are now sharing their experiences and warning others to verify travel agents before booking.

Penny Forward, an organisation serving blind and low-vision people, is running a 32-question money knowledge quiz that covers everyday personal finance topics. Question 15 asks participants which state office to visit to determine tax rates in their state, inviting people to test whether their money knowledge is worth top dollar.

A San Diego City Council committee has advanced packages of campaign finance reform, including measures targeting 'dark money' in local elections. The proposals would impose new disclosure and contribution rules aimed at revealing the sources of political spending. The packages now move forward in the council process, where they will face further review before any final vote.

Donors to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are striking a new tone, reportedly telling his camp to 'get in line' as they weigh requests for financial support. The shift suggests Paxton is facing a more crowded field of Republican causes competing for the same donors' money, complicating his fundraising efforts going forward.

A federal court has granted a temporary restraining order halting government-funded advertisements that promote President Trump. The ruling was announced by Democracy Forward, the legal organization behind the challenge, which argued that using public money for political promotion is unlawful. The order blocks the ads while the underlying case proceeds, and the decision is likely to draw further litigation over the use of taxpayer funds for partisan messaging.

City leaders in San Diego are moving forward with a campaign finance reform package, according to local news reports. The package would change rules around how local election campaigns raise and spend money. Details of the specific measures and the council vote have not yet been widely reported, and reaction from candidates or watchdog groups is not yet available.

The Bank of Korea is moving forward with a plan to develop deposit tokens as part of its central bank digital currency work. The initiative would let commercial banks issue tokenised deposits linked to a wholesale CBDC, part of the bank's broader testing of digital money infrastructure. The announcement has drawn attention from crypto and banking observers tracking how major central banks are edging toward tokenised payments.

Alabama's state school board has endorsed a $6.8 billion education budget for the coming year, with reading programs and school safety named as top priorities. The plan directs significant funding toward early literacy initiatives and safety measures in schools across the state. It now moves forward for final approval, with lawmakers and educators weighing how the money will be allocated among Alabama's public school districts.

The Rochester City Council has voted to approve additional funding for its Business Forward program, directing more money toward business support initiatives in the city. The decision was reported by local news outlet KTTC, which covered the council's approval. No further details about the funding amount, its recipients, or the council vote outcome have been made available.

Tottenham forward Richarlison scored playing for the club's Under-21 side after being left out of the first-team squad. The Brazilian striker, who joined Spurs in a big-money move from Everton, has struggled for form and fitness, and the loan-style appearance for the youth team underlines how far he has fallen down Thomas Frank's pecking order. Fans are debating whether the move is a reset or the end of his Spurs career.

A financial literacy quiz aimed at blind and low-vision audiences is asking participants how inflation erodes savings and affects investments, warning that confidence about money knowledge may outpace actual understanding. The 32-question series from Penny Forward invites people to test themselves on inflation basics and share results, sparking conversation about gaps in everyday personal finance knowledge.

Liv Morgan captured the Women's World Championship at WWE's Money in the Bank event, with reports describing her as a four-time women's champion. The victory came via her Money in the Bank briefcase cash-in, a hallmark of the annual event where surprise title changes are a tradition. Wrestling fans are reacting to the title change and what it means for the women's division going forward.

Edible Garden could receive money through tax credits, but the company still needs an approved buyer for the deal to move forward. The situation highlights the company's financial pressure, with potential tax credit benefits on hold until a suitable buyer is found and approved.