New York State

Columbus, OH

The Social Security Administration utilizes four variables when calculating your monthly retired-worker benefit. There are well-defined advantages to initially collecting Social Security benefits at ages 62, 66, and 70. A thorough study of 20,000 retired-worker claims finds that one claiming age is superior to all others in terms of maximizing...

Here's the Average Social Security Benefit at Ages 62, 66, and 70

SmartAsset

For many people, early retirement means 62. This is the age they can start withdrawing money from their retirement accounts and receive Social Security. For example, let's assume an individual with $425,000 in a Roth IRA, a $1,000 monthly pension, and expect $1,600 in Social Security. Is it going to be enough? As often in […] The post I’m 62 With $425k in a Roth IRA and $2,600 per Month between Social Security and Pension. Can I Retire Now? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.

I'm 62 With $425k in a Roth IRA and $2,600 per Month between Social Security and Pension. Can I Retire Now?

The Motley Fool

Social Security's little-known do-over and suspension options can help retirees score bigger benefits.

2 Little-Known Social Security Rules Can Increase Your Monthly Benefits by Up to 77% (Even If You're Already Collecting Benefits)

Sag Harbor, NY

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NewsNinja

Justin Timberlake had a pricey wristwatch, a vape pen, and over $300 in cash on him when he was arrested on DWI charges on eastern Long Island in June. Law enforcement officers discovered the singer, 43, holding a vape device, a Rolex watch, a gold band, and a wallet containing $306 in bills when he was arrested in Sag Harbor on June 18, as reported by the Daily Mail.

Justin Timberlake had a vape pen, Rolex, and $306 cash at the time of his DWI arrest: police report

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

Social Security benefits are set to increase in 2025, with updated figures on the exact amount scheduled for release this fall. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming adjustment. Projected Increase for 2025. The official numbers for the 2025 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will be announced...

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Social Security Cola Increase 2025 (What We Know)

GOBankingRates

Nearly 65 million Americans rely on Social Security benefits to pay the bills and enhance their lifestyles in retirement. Factors like when they claim their benefit, the percentage of their income...

I’m a Bank Teller: 4 Mistakes Social Security Recipients Make

FinanceBuzz

Embark on a worry-free retirement journey with these 13 indispensable tips for making the most of your Social Security benefits.

13 Must-Know Tips To Live Comfortably on Social Security Alone

Waiting until 70 to claim Social Security isn't always a clear-cut decision.

The Unfortunate Truth About Claiming Social Security At Age 70

Ages 62 and 70 are the earliest and latest ages most people will claim Social Security. Your break-even age is when the total benefits received from claiming Social Security at one age equal those of another age. Break-even age should only be one of the various factors you consider when...

Is It Better to Collect Social Security at 62 or 70? This Magic Number Could Help You Decide.

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

Maine State

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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

New Jersey State

Membership in unions varies from state to state across the country. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics issued a report on union membership in 2023 that included a comparison of key economic factors....

The 10 States With the Most Union Members — How Do They Compare to States With the Fewest?

Georgia State

Winder, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 50-year-old former jailer has been charged by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) with cruelty to inmates and violation of oath of office. On Sunday, July 21, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to investigate an incident involving one of their jailers, Lolita Lightner of Winder, Georgia.

Former Jailer at Georgia County Jail Arrested

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Social Security recipients can expect a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of around 2.6% to 2.7% in 2025, according to recent forecasts. This would mark the first time in 32 years that Social Security benefits have seen four consecutive COLAs of at least 2.7%. The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) predicts a 2.63% COLA for 2025, while independent analyst Mary Johnson has slightly lowered her forecast.

Modest Social Security COLA Expected for 2025

‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has revealed they are still looking for a forever home for an adorable six to seven-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains, "We have received so many applications for identical but much younger Frenchie, Lillian, but no one for Joannie yet."

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

Appling County, GA

A 40-year-old man from Appling County, Christopher Eric Stone, with a significant criminal history, was recently sentenced to over five years in prison after pleading guilty to possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, according to officials from the Department of Justice.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for in Federal Prison for Meth Distribution

Syracuse.com

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NY is holding $19 billion in lost money. Some belongs to cities, counties, schools, hospitals and libraries

New York state has $19 billion of other people’s money. Every year, state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli visits the New York State Fair to talk about his...

NY is holding $19 billion in lost money. Some belongs to cities, counties, schools, hospitals and libraries

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