New Jersey State

WashingtonExaminer

August’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $943, will go out to millions of beneficiaries today. The first August SSI payments are distributed on Aug. 1. They are given to those living with a debilitating disability that affects one’s income, according to the Social Security Administration. Applicants who file individually can receive up to […]

Social Security update: August direct payment worth $943 goes out today

New York State

The US Sun

AMERICANS who used the Lyft app during a specific period could qualify for distributions from a recent settlement pot. The direct payment opportunity comes after a class action lawsuit was filed against the ride-share company by the New York State Attorney General (OAG). Lyft was accused in the suit of...

Lyft will send one-time payments from $38m sales tax settlement – but only if you used the app between specific dates

Saint Petersburg, FL

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Akeena

Hey foodies and diner lovers! It looks like the beloved Metro Diner in St. Petersburg, known for its hearty portions and Guy Fieri's endorsement, has hit a bump in the road. This popular spot, famous for its pancakes, fried chicken and waffles, and mouthwatering meatloaf, has had to temporarily shut its doors due to some serious issues flagged by a recent state inspection.

Green mold, live roaches and live flying insects - Popular diner closed down in Florida

FinanceBuzz

An extra check is coming your way if you collect social security!

Social Security Recipients Can Expect to Receive an Extra Payment In August

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Anika Jindal

The look and feel of your home go beyond impressive architecture and stylish interiors. It should also smell fresh, clean, and delightful. A good scent lends a distinct character to your home and uplifts your mood instantly.

14 Things That Will Make Your House Smell Good All The Time

New York City, NY

TheDailyBeast

It may just be a New York thing, but Ella Emhoff will find life getting a little more complicated now that her stepmom is front and center in the race for the White House.Kamala Harris’ stepdaughter was trying to finish her meal at a Tribeca restaurant when a random passer-by picked on the wrong people to mess with—her Secret Service security detail.According to TMZ, the angry guy got into an altercation with the plainclothes agents keeping watch outside the restaurant. He was apparently complaining about the NYPD parking passes used by the security services to allow them to park on...

Ella Emhoff Hustled Away After Secret Service Arrest in Tribeca

Social Security beneficiaries should prepare for several changes in 2025 that will impact their monthly benefits. The most significant adjustment will be the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), which is estimated to be around 2.7% based on current inflation trends, according to the Senior Citizens League. However, higher-than-expected inflation could push this number even higher.

Social Security’s 2025 COLA estimate updated

The Motley Fool

Slow and steady inflation is ultimately good for Social Security recipients.

The Latest 2025 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Forecast Has Some Great News for Retirees

Did you know Social Security benefits can decrease? From taxes to identity theft, here are 15 ways your Social Security benefits can shrink.

Your Social Security Check Might Shrink If You Live in One of These 9 States

Birmingham, AL

Valrico, FL

In a recent announcement, The Fresh Market, a beloved grocery chain in Florida, is bidding farewell to its Valrico location. The store, located in one of the fastest-growing areas of the U.S., has cited uncontrollable inflation as a driving force behind its closure, echoing broader economic challenges impacting even higher-end retailers.

A grocery chain in Florida is unexpectedly closing down

Pittsburgh, PA

Butler, PA

Would-be assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks’ father was spotted this week leaving a Pittsburgh office building. Asked about his son’s attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump at a July 13 campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Crooks’ father ignored multiple questions before telling reporters, “I gotta pee.”

Video: Trump shooter’s father gives new statement

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

Cheryl E Preston

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Florida State

Wow, that's a tough situation for UKG employees in Florida. Imagine gearing up for a holiday weekend and then getting blindsided with news of massive layoffs. It's not just the number—2,200 employees, which is 14% of their workforce—but also how abruptly it was done, right before the Fourth of July.

Thousands of workers in Florida laid off by a major company

Law & Crime

Two months after a social worker knocked on the wrong apartment door and was kicked to death in an unprovoked attack, the suspect faces a murder indictment.
The post Unprovoked killer stomped on social worker with ‘heavy boots’ after she knocked on wrong apartment door: Prosecutors first appeared on Law & Crime.

Unprovoked killer stomped on social worker with 'heavy boots' after she knocked on wrong apartment door: Prosecutors

Did you know that more than 13% of America’s civilian population is living with disabilities? That equates to an astounding 42.5 million people! A significant number of these individuals depend on the monthly stipends from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) to meet basic needs like food, clothing, housing, and health care.

New payment system introduced for SSDI beneficiaries

NJ Spotlight

The benefits, unchanged from last year, will range from $450 to $1,750. New Jersey homeowners and renters anxious to get in line for the next round of state-funded Anchor property-tax relief benefits should not have to wait much longer. Officials from the Department of the Treasury have indicated the latest...

New round of Anchor property-tax relief is about to begin

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Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Living with POTS is very difficult. It affects your entire life as it does your entire body. POTS generally wears a person out quicker than a normal person because it makes the body use three times the energy that a normal person would. Just changing positions such as from sitting to standing, if done too quickly, can cause the person to black out or faint.

3 Debilitating Symptoms of POTS You Should Know

Philadelphia, PA

CBS Philly

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) —   It's a choice that could one day save a person's life. Today is PA Donor Day, a day that challenges Pennsylvanians — and everyone, for that matter — to consider registering as an organ and tissue donor. One organization based in Philadelphia is trying to make a big difference."When you lose a child, I think that's the worst thing that could ever happen to a person," Cynthia London said. "But you can turn it around."London has made it a mission to turn her personal tragedy into hope for others. Her son Sipho Thembla was killed...

His name means "hope" — and his donated organs saved 6 lives

Newsweek

NewsBreak

New Jersey Sending Out Rebate Update This Month

The ANCHOR rebate goes to property owners and renters in the Garden State each...

New Jersey Sending Out Rebate Update This Month

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