CLARKSBURG, W.VA. – A 33-year-old man from Southgate, Michigan, will spend nearly six years in federal prison after being convicted of running a drug trafficking operation. This operation brought large amounts of illegal drugs from Michigan into West Virginia for distribution. On Friday, December 13, 2024, Drake D. Dodson-Williams appeared in the U.S. District Court...
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Why Your January 2025 Social Security Check Might Be Smaller Than You Think?
As we approach January 2025, many Social Security recipients are concerned about how their checks will fare in the new year. The short answer is that payments are likely to be slightly lower than in previous years, but several factors, including Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA) and changes to healthcare premiums, will impact the total amount you...
January 2025 Social Security Payments: What You Need to Know to Avoid Delays?
As we approach the new year, many Social Security recipients are wondering if there will be any delays in receiving their January 2025 payments. While there is no specific news of delays so far, it’s always wise to understand how Social Security payments are scheduled, the factors that could cause delays, and how you can...
Social Security Payments Explained: Will Your December 15 Check Arrive?
Millions of Americans depend on Social Security benefits to manage their monthly expenses, especially during the holiday season. As December progresses, many recipients are eager to know whether their Social Security payments will arrive today, December 15, 2024. Let’s break down the Social Security payment schedule, clarify when payments are due this month, and offer...
SSI Surprise: Early December Payment Includes 2025 Cost-of-Living Boost!
Millions of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients in the U.S. are about to receive a surprise payment at the end of December 2024. However, this isn’t an extra check—it’s an early payment of January 2025 benefits. The advance is made to avoid holiday delays and ensure recipients receive their funds on time. This payment includes...
December SNAP 2025: Payment Dates, Eligibility Rules & How to Claim Benefits?
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps millions of families buy healthy food. As December 2025 nears, it’s important to know how much you will receive, who qualifies, and how to apply. This guide explains everything step by step to help you understand SNAP payments better. December 2025 SNAP Payments Overview Topic Details Payment Amounts...
Michigan House Republicans walk out of session over tip wages, family sick leave
LANSING, MI (CBS DETROIT) GOP lawmakers left Friday’s session in protest, as Democrats and Republicans in the Michigan House were back and forth. They claim that Democrats were unable to negotiate worker tips and sick time regulations. “Republicans in the Senate and the House want to ensure that waitstaff may keep their tips. “Tipped wages...
Body of missing 63-year-old Detroit-area woman found in Pontiac
Detroit, Michigan (CBS) -According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, the body of a 63-year-old lady who was last seen more than a week ago was discovered in Pontiac on Thursday. According to authorities, a family member discovered Vivian Ann Powell on the 100 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard just before 3 p.m....
9-year-old scores tickets to first Detroit Lions game after giving back
Cincinnati, Michigan (CBS Detroit)A 9-year-old child has been given tickets to the Detroit Lions game this weekend for his good act of giving back. Mason Bonds, a third grader, is getting ready for his first Lions game at Ford Field on Sunday. “So, I’m going to get signatures from players, and I’m going to go...
Michigan man pleads no contest to threatening circuit court judge, assistant prosecutor
(CBS DETROIT)For allegedly threatening a judge in Chippewa County’s 50th Circuit Court and the assistant prosecutor for the county, a man from Michigan entered a no contest plea. According to the Michigan Attorney General’s office, Clifford Milam, 26, of Sault Ste. Marie, was charged with one count of attempting to make a false report or...