The U.S. government is determining whether charges will be brought against General Motors Co. or its employees over the handling of a faulty ignition switch, a person familiar with the investigation said.

Every year, millions of Americans safely enjoy outdoor barbecues, but accidents do happen. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, about 5,700 grill fires take place on residential property every year, causing an annual average of $37 million in damage, 100 injuries and 10 deaths.

Between 1997 and 2015, Georgia has reported the highest incidence of the founding of women-owned businesses. Second place goes to Texas.

PartnerRe Ltd. will ask its shareholders to vote on a planned merger with Axis Capital Holdings Ltd. after Exor SpA refused to raise a $6.8 billion hostile bid for the reinsurer.