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Southwest ends free bags perk this week: Here’s what you will have to pay
SUMMARY: Southwest Airlines will begin charging fees for checked bags on flights booked after Wednesday, ending its long-standing policy of two free checked bags for most passengers. The fees are \$35 for the first bag and \$45 for the second, with exceptions for Rapid Rewards A-List members, Business Select passengers, and credit card holders, who retain some free baggage benefits. This change aligns with Southwest’s introduction of a basic fare on low-priced tickets. Other changes include requiring portable chargers to be used in plain sight and moving to assigned seating next year. The airline has also cut 1,750 corporate jobs amid pressure to boost profits.
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Savannah Chrisley reacts | FOX 5 News
SUMMARY: Reality show couple Todd and Julie Chrisley, convicted in 2022 of bank and IRS fraud, received full pardons from President Trump, who personally informed their daughter, Savannah Chrisley. Savannah expressed overwhelming gratitude on social media, having led efforts for their commutation. The pardon came after claims their convictions were based on illegal raids, compromised evidence, and false testimony. Both Savannah and her brother were notified of the pardon by Trump himself. The Chrisleys are expected to be released soon. Fox 5 News continues to cover the story from the federal courthouse in downtown Atlanta.

Savannah Chrisley reacts to the news that her parents — Todd and Julie — are going to be released from prison after being pardoned by President Trump.
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Man identified in I-85 murder-suicide, Anderson Co. sheriff speaks out
SUMMARY: Nathan Cureton, 38, kidnapped and killed 24-year-old Tayler Maraj on Interstate 85 in Anderson County, South Carolina, before shooting himself; both died at the scene. The two had a prior relationship. Sheriff Chad McBride criticized the judicial system for allowing Cureton, with a history of violent crimes including attempted murder and kidnapping, to remain free. Law enforcement urges victims of abuse to resist and seek help. Danny Varat, CEO of Safe Harbor, highlighted challenges victims face leaving abusive relationships and promoted resources like Safe Harbor and the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support.
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Dealing with denied health insurance claims
SUMMARY: If your health insurance denies a test, treatment, or medication your doctor recommends, don’t pay out of pocket immediately—you have the right to appeal. In 2023, nearly 20% of in-network claims and over a third of out-of-network claims on healthcare.gov were denied. First, call your insurer to check for simple errors. If denied for other reasons, request the reviewer’s explanation and file a formal appeal with your doctor’s supporting letter and documentation. Appeals can take 30 days or more, but you can request expedited review for urgent care. If denied again, insurers must explain the denial and appeal options, including independent review or legal help for Medicare claims. Always question surprise medical bills before paying.

Don’t rush to pay for treatment out of pocket. You have the right to appeal a denial.
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