(CBS DETROIT)A 72-year-old man was died in an August drunk driving accident, and a 38-year-old Tecumseh woman has been charged in connection with the incident. According to Michigan State Police, at approximately 9:30 p.m. on August 14, 2024, Holly Schmidt collided with a northbound GMC Terrain while driving a southbound Jeep Wrangler on Tecumseh Clinton...
The upcoming increase in Social Security checks is great news for retirees. Starting in January, beneficiaries will see a boost in their monthly payments, thanks to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). This change is designed to help retirees manage rising living costs. Let’s dive into the details of this adjustment, how it affects your finances, and...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) supports millions of people in the United States, providing financial help to retirees and those unable to work due to disabilities. Over 71 million beneficiaries rely on programs like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). However, not everyone’s application is accepted. If your claim is denied,...
Good news could soon be on the horizon for some 2.5 million retirees. A new bill aimed at increasing Social Security benefits has been approved by the U.S. House of Representatives. If passed by the Senate, this legislation could significantly improve the financial situation for many public sector employees, including teachers, healthcare workers, and firefighters....
Social Security is a trusted program that has worked for nearly 90 years and is not a “legal Ponzi scheme,” according to Martin O’Malley, former Maryland Governor. O’Malley dismissed comments from Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), who recently criticized Social Security by calling it a “Ponzi scheme.” O’Malley labeled such claims as “bull.” During an appearance...
(CBS DETROIT) According to police, a Detroit man was taken into custody Thursday after he crashed a stolen Jeep into a residence in Eaton County. Around three in the morning on Thursday, Michigan State Police were called to the CN Railroad Distribution Center in Windsor Township after two individuals were seen trying to take a...
This late-season game between the AFC East-leading Buffalo Bills and the NFC-leading Detroit Lions could be a preview of the Super Bowl. According to BetMGM, Detroit (12-1) is the clear favorite to win the NFL championship, with Buffalo (10-3) not far behind as a strong contender. Lions coach Dan Campbell once remarked, “There’s no place...
On Thursday night, the Boston Celtics defeated the Detroit Pistons 123-99 thanks to a strong second half led by 27 points from Payton Pritchard. It was the team’s 20th victory. Pritchard strengthened his early case for Sixth Man of the Year with seven 3-pointers in the final. Derrick White helped the Celtics win for the...
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Thursday night thanks to a career-high four goals from Scott Laughton, who ended a goal drought. Laughton became the first Flyers player to score four goals since John LeClair in 2002 and recorded his second career hat trick after only scoring once in his previous...
CBS Detroit, Kalamazoo County, Mich.First responders in Kalamazoo County were almost killed Thursday morning after a box truck crashed into several of their vehicles, according to the authorities. The collision occurred close to Sprinkle Road on eastbound Interstate 94. The box truck struck three Comstock Fire vehicles and a sheriff’s office cruiser while deputies and...