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You might’ve heard about this idea called the “DOGE Dividend” — basically, a plan to give people a $5,000 check by cutting government waste. Elon Musk was a big name behind it, so it caught a lot of attention. But now that Musk has stepped…

If you or someone in your family is planning to take out student loans for college this coming year, there’s a bit of good news you’ll want to hear. The federal government is lowering interest rates on new student loans starting July 1,…

If you're checking your bank account and wondering, “Where's my SSI payment?” — you’re not the only one. A lot of folks were caught off guard this month, thinking their payment was missing, delayed, or just… gone. It’s a scary feeling,…

If you live in Alaska, you might be getting a nice surprise this June — a payment of $1,702. This isn’t just a random check; it’s part of Alaska’s yearly Permanent Fund Dividend, which shares some of the state’s oil profits with residents.…

If you’re counting on Social Security benefits or need to make changes soon, you might want to hear this: employees at Social Security are warning about some delays coming up. Basically, things could take longer than usual when you try to…

If you’re on SNAP benefits in Florida, you know it’s not just a one-time deal. Every few months, you’ve got to renew so the help with groceries keeps coming. If your renewal is coming up around June 2025, you’re probably asking yourself:…

Okay, so you served in the military, and maybe your discharge isn’t exactly “honorable.” You’re probably wondering if that means you’re out of luck when it comes to VA benefits like Chapter 31, which helps vets get job training and support.…

If you’re checking your bank account and thinking, “Wait... where’s my Social Security payment?” — you’re not alone. Many people expect a deposit on Tuesday, June 3, but only some will actually see money land that day. The rest? Your…

If you or your family are using SNAP (also known as food stamps) in Texas, there’s something important coming up this June — your recertification. It might sound like a fancy government word, but all it really means is: the state wants to…

HOUSTON, TX — A Texas man accused of brutally killing his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter is facing capital murder charges after authorities say he offered a series of strange and implausible excuses for why he didn’t alert police…