Connecticut State

Mountain View, CA

The Week

You can't escape property taxes, but you can make the bills a bit more manageable

4 ways to lower your property tax bill

New Jersey State

NJ Spotlight

There’s still plenty of time to apply. The deadline to file for 2023 tax year is Oct. 31. The latest round in the Senior Freeze property-tax relief program began July 15, with the first reimbursement checks issued. The New Jersey Department of the Treasury’s Division of Taxation said it will continue issuing weekly reimbursements as more applications are filed and approved.

Senior Freeze property-tax relief checks are flowing

CBS News

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  Mortgage interest rates are falling again. After hitting their highest level since 2000 last summer when the 30-year mortgage loan hit 7.31%, rates are around 6.50% now, nearly a full point lower than what borrowers could have secured last August. And with a consistently cooling inflation rate (it dropped for the fourth month in a row in July), a cut to the federal funds rate appears likely when the Federal Reserve meets again in September. While that cut may...

How much would a $600,000 mortgage cost per month?

The first of three numbers the Social Security Administration (SSA) will use to determine the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is in, and it points to a more modest increase in monthly benefit payments next year. The Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) rose by 2.9...

Social Security COLA 2025: How Much Will Payments Increase Next Year?

TheStreet

Conway Gittens: I’m Conway Gittens reporting from the New York Stock Exchange. Here’s what we’re watching on TheStreet today. Wall Street begins a new week with a focus on economic data. Investors are keen to see if readings on consumer and producer prices nudge the Federal Reserve towards a ...

Retirees set for historic cost of living adjustment increase

Mississippi State

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Hinds County, MS

Mississippi News Group

A Mississippi Attorney has been charged with multiple Counts of introducing contraband into a Correctional Facility as well as consipiracy according to a press release from Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones.

Mississippi Attorney Charged with 3 Counts of Introducing Contraband into a Correctional Facility

Presidential candidates commonly trot out new tax proposals as part of their campaign platforms, often pledging to help ease the financial burden on taxpayers. This year, the plans emerging from rivals Kamala Harris and Donald Trump could affect voters' paychecks in very different ways. Former President Donald Trump would seek to extend the tax cuts enacted through the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, his signature 2017 legislation that reduced taxes for most Americans, although research has shown the top earners received the biggest benefits. He's also proposing to eliminate taxes on tips and on Social Security income, while also lowering the corporate tax...

How your paycheck would be impacted by the Trump and Harris tax plans

Colorado State

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Wilmington, NC

Town Talks

Wilmington landed on a list ranking America's cleanest cities. Fortunately for the Port City, it was put in the clean category. American Lung Association, a voluntary health organization whose mission is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research, ranked 2024's Polluted Cities in America and the top 10 cleanest cities. Wilmington came in 4th on the clean list.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Most Cleanest City in the State

Here are some crucial moves to ensure you're on track for a smooth tax season next April.

Two critical tax moves to make before the end of 2024

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Kissimmee, FL

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One Dunkin’ Donuts location, known for its familiar aroma of coffee and donuts, found itself temporarily closed after a state inspection uncovered a few issues. Not all Dunkin’ locations are created equal. Take the one at 3745 Pleasant Hill Road in Kissimmee, for instance. This particular branch, despite its efforts to keep customers caffeinated and satisfied, has had its share of mixed reviews.

Florida's donut shop closed due serious violations after state inspection

Fox Business

Social Security recipients will receive two checks this month, but it doesn't mean retirees are receiving extra money – it's due to a quirk in the system.

Some Americans to receive rare second Social Security payment in August

Vice President Kamala Harris says she wants to provide $25,000 in down payment assistance to first-time homebuyers, but critics say the plan would only make housing issues worse.

Harris proposes $25,000 down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers — is it a good idea?

Florida State

Lake Panasoffkee, FL

Catfish Johnny’s, a beloved seafood restaurant known for its fresh catches and lively atmosphere, faced a temporary shutdown following a state inspection. This popular dining destination, which has delighted locals and tourists alike for 33 years, was briefly closed after the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) flagged multiple violations.

Florida’s Favorite Seafood Spot Closed After State Inspection

Official recession calls are the responsibility of the NBER Business Cycle Dating Committee, which is understandably vague about the specific indicators on which it bases its decisions. This committee statement is about as close as it gets to identifying the method. There is, however, a general belief that there are...

The Big Four Recession Indicators: Real Personal Income Up 0.2% in July

The Motley Fool

A history-making cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is still liable to end with disappointment for retirees.

Social Security's 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Is on Track to Do Something That No One Has Seen This Century

When it comes to the taxation of Social Security benefits, there's good news and good news.

41 States That Don't Tax Social Security Benefits

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

According to Newsweek, This week, retirees collecting Social Security benefits can expect their payments, as the Social Security Administration (SSA) disburses funds to millions of Americans. Payments are staggered throughout the month, depending on the beneficiary’s birthdate. In June alone, retirees and their family members accounted for 87 percent of all benefit claims, highlighting the importance of these payments for millions of households.

Up to $4,873 in Social Security Direct Deposits will be disbursed this week

The “middle class” concept in America has long been a cornerstone of the nation’s economic identity. However, defining what it means to be middle class regarding income and net worth can be complex, as these figures vary significantly based on numerous factors. This article delves into the...

Income and Net Worth to Be Middle Class in the USA

NewsBreak

Comptroller Projects $239.6 Million Combined Surplus For FY2025 General Fund, Special Transportation Fund

HARTFORD, CT – Comptroller Sean Scanlon is projecting surpluses of $113.2 million for the General Fund and a $126.4 million for the Special Transportation Fund for...

Comptroller Projects $239.6 Million Combined Surplus For FY2025 General Fund, Special Transportation Fund

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