North Carolina State

Columbus, OH

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Low inflation numbers should ultimately benefit retirees.

The 2025 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Forecast Just Changed, and It Could Pleasantly Surprise Many Retirees

A large number of US retirees rely on Social Security for financial support. The social security administration states that nearly 1 in 2 households with someone aged 65 or older rely on social security as their single source or at least half of their income. Seniors who do not receive any form of assistance from the government would go through very tough times.

Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment 2025 Predictions: COLA Rise to 36% for Seniors, Retirees Amid Inflation

Massachusetts State

If you're thinking of living on your own, you'll need to make about $45,000 per year in most states just to get by. That's roughly the median income needed to cover basic expenses, according to a new analysis by SmartAsset, which looked at estimates for housing, transportation, health care, taxes and other common expenses, as tracked by the MIT Living Wage calculator.

The salary a single person needs to make ends meet in every U.S. state

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Do you know which states across America are the most affordable states to live in without any income tax? Trending Now: Here's How Much the Definition of Rich Has Changed in Every State Try This: How...

9 Cheapest States To Live in With No Income Tax

Newark, NJ

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NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

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Retirees explain what it's like to live on Social Security checks and no savings.

Baby boomers living on $1,000 a month in Social Security share their retirement experience: 'I never imagined being in this position.'

If you have a complete and total disability, you may not be liable for repaying certain types of federal student loans. This is based on eligibility for the Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) Discharge Program, which is offered through the United States Department of Education and overseen by student loan servicer Nelnet.

What Disabilities Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness?

The 2025 projection for a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) just dropped from 2.66% to 2.57%. COLAs are based on third-quarter inflation data, so we won't have an actual number until October. A smaller COLA means inflation is easing, so seniors shouldn't panic if the final number comes in even lower. Next...

The 2025 Social Security COLA Is a Good News/Bad News Situation for Retirees

Delaware State

The US Sun

A POPULAR rebate program offering drivers up to $2,500 has been extended through 2025. The Clean Transportation Incentive Program was supposed to end on April 30, but it will now offer payments through next year. Delaware launched the program in 2015, offering rebates to drivers who switch to plug-in hybrids...

Americans can get up to $2,500 in free money from $8 million pot but you need to check your state

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

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A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

New York City, NY

The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

New Jersey State

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

The resumption of student loans last October has further burdened many Americans. Combined with inflation and soaring rates, this additional financial obligation has taken a toll on budgets -- and on...

Not Paying Your Student Loans? 3 Ways That Might Hurt Your Retirement

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

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A Dime Saved

We must learn from our mistakes. Some mistakes can cost more than others, especially when it comes to retiring. This isn't something you can go back and fix. You have one chance to make it right. The good thing is that we can learn from other people's mistakes and make sure we don't do them to ourselves.

3 Money Mistakes That American Retirees Make Over and Over Again

DeanLand

Georgia's population grew beyond the 11 million mark in 2023, reaching 11,029,227 residents according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a robust population increase of 2.9% from 2020 to 2023, 315,456 new residents arrived in the state. Georgia was the 10th fastest-growing state in the US by percentage during the reporting period.

Georgia's Population Surges Past 11 Million, Fueled by Migration

Denver, CO

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

NEWARK, N.J. – Naiem Moore, 34, of Newark, admitted to possessing cocaine and heroin for distribution and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Moore entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Madeline Cox Arleo in Newark federal court.

Man Admits Drug Trafficking & Illegal Firearm Possession

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NC plan could forgive medical debt for some families

Gov. Roy Cooper on Monday announced a new initiative that could reduce or forgive some medical debt for North Carolina families. If the plan is approved,...

NC plan could forgive medical debt for some families

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