Imagine working hard your entire life, only to find out that the rules around retirement just changed—and not in your favor. That’s the reality many Americans in their 30s could be facing if a new Republican proposal to change Social…

If you're a veteran with a 60% disability rating from the VA and you’ve got a spouse, chances are you’ve asked yourself: “How much will I actually get every month?” It’s a fair question, and the answer can make a real difference when you’re…

Let’s be real—when you think about retirement, you're probably not just dreaming of golf courses and quiet mornings with coffee. You’re also picturing birthday parties, noisy weekends, and grandkids running through the house. Because for a…

If you’ve worked a public job like teaching, firefighting, or law enforcement, you might’ve noticed your Social Security benefits were getting smaller than you expected. That’s because of some old rules called WEP and GPO that lowered your…

Hey, here’s some great news if you worked in public jobs like teaching, firefighting, or police and felt shortchanged by Social Security in the past. By June 2025, about 9 out of 10 people affected by the Social Security Fairness Act have…

Look, we all know how expensive groceries have gotten lately. If you’re feeling stretched thin trying to feed yourself or your family, you’re definitely not alone. The good news? California’s got a program called CalFresh that can help put…

If you’re a veteran rated 100% disabled by the VA and you’ve got one child depending on you, you’re probably wondering exactly how much money you’ll get each month this year. The VA payment system can feel confusing, so let’s break it down…

If you’ve ever had Credit One Bank blow up your phone with robocalls you never asked for, you might be in luck — there’s a $14 million class-action settlement, and you could be owed money. Let’s break down what’s going on in plain English:…

June is here, and for millions of Americans who rely on Social Security benefits—whether it’s retirement, disability, or SSI—it’s the usual question: When will the money show up? Turns out, not everyone is getting paid at the same time.…

In a harrowing case that has shocked the Columbus community, 34-year-old Johnna Lowe has been sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 15 years for her involvement in the death of 8-year-old…

In a significant escalation of tensions between the federal government and California, the Trump administration is reportedly preparing to enact large-scale cancellations of federal funding to the state. Sources indicate that federal…

In a heartwarming tale of dedication and community support, 18-year-old Mykale Baker from Dacula, Georgia, chose to help his coworkers at Burger King on his graduation night, leading to an outpouring of generosity that has transformed his…

In a harrowing testimony during Sean "Diddy" Combs' ongoing federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, a woman identified by the pseudonym "Jane" recounted distressing experiences of alleged abuse. Speaking through tears, Jane…

Grant Hardin, a former police chief convicted of murder and rape, was apprehended approximately 1.5 miles from the Calico Rock prison in Arkansas, nearly two weeks after his escape on May 25, 2025. Hardin had fled the North Central Unit by…

In a heartwarming family outing, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle marked their daughter Princess Lilibet’s fourth birthday with a magical two-day trip to Disneyland in Anaheim, California. The celebration, filled with joy and cherished…

In a significant development for U.S.-China trade relations, President Donald Trump announced on June 6, 2025, that Chinese President Xi Jinping has agreed to resume the export of rare earth minerals and magnets to the United States. This…

In a dramatic escalation of their public feud, Elon Musk has alleged that President Donald Trump is named in the unreleased Jeffrey Epstein files, suggesting this is why the documents remain sealed. Musk's claim, made via a post on his…

In a significant decision on June 6, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), allowing it access to sensitive Social Security Administration (SSA) data while ongoing litigation…

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a 29-year-old Salvadoran national, appeared in a Tennessee federal courtroom on Friday after being extradited from El Salvador to face serious human smuggling charges. His return follows a contentious legal battle…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a rare display of complete unity, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously this week to revive a sex discrimination lawsuit filed by a straight woman who claimed she was harassed at work for not conforming to gender…

PHOENIX, AZ — A 2-year-old boy is recovering from severe internal injuries and now relies on a feeding tube after police say he was brutally abused by the operator of an unlicensed in-home daycare. The woman responsible is facing multiple…

LAKE AUSTIN, TX — A day of water sports turned deadly on Lake Austin after a 15-year-old girl was fatally struck by a boat following a wakeboarding accident. Now, two boat operators are facing criminal charges in connection with the…

BIRMINGHAM, AL — A 40-year-old Alabama woman is behind bars and facing serious felony charges after she allegedly shot her husband in the back and made a disturbing admission to responding officers: “I shouldn’t have … but I’m just tired.”…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit from a government watchdog group seeking to block the Trump administration’s controversial effort to shutter a key Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) office during a broader internal…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A former top transportation safety official is suing former President Donald Trump and the U.S. government, alleging that her abrupt removal from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) was both illegal and…

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…