The year 2025 is set to bring a unique financial situation for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients—double SSI payments in select months. This phenomenon is not entirely unprecedented, as it happens occasionally due to quirks in the calendar. However, understanding why this occurs and planning your budget effectively can help you make the most of...
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Snowstorm to Hit Idaho, Montana, and More; Up to 14 Inches Predicted by NWS
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued winter weather advisories for five US states early Tuesday, with some areas expecting up to 14 inches of snow. Challenging driving conditions may impact travel as many Americans travel across the country throughout the holiday season. Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, and Nebraska were now under winter weather advisories....
67-Year-Old Man Drowns After Driving Off Fishing Pier, Likely Mistaking It for Bridge
BILOXI, Miss.- Authorities in Mississippi said one person died after driving a car into the water near Palace Casino Resort in Biloxi on Sunday night. Officials say the incident took place sometime before 9 p.m. at the Biloxi drive-on fishing pier, which runs adjacent to the Biloxi Bay Bridge. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer says...
Jackson County Law Enforcement’s Role in Combating Border Crime Through Operation Lone Star
The sheriff and his deputies in Jackson, a rural county two hours south of Houston, have been fighting an unprecedented level of cartel crime with a multi-agency Operation Lone Star Task Force led by Goliad Sheriff Roy Boyd. “I’ve told you this before, the Biden administration created an unmitigated disaster,” outgoing Jackson County Sheriff Kelly...
Michigan’s Egg Industry Faces Shift to Cage-Free by 2025, Costs to Increase after New Shift
This law, initially enacted in 2019, is expected to raise costs for consumers. The legislation, while taking effect under Democratic leadership, was championed by Republicans. Eggs from farms with fewer than 3,000 laying hens are the sole exception to this rule, and it does not extend to liquid or cooked egg products. A new law...
134% Increase in Homeless Families with Children in Colorado, HUD Report Finds
Colorado is currently witnessing an increase in the number of families with children facing homelessness. According to the 2024 Annual Homelessness Assessment Report (AHAR) to Congress by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Colorado experienced a significant rise in the number of families with children facing homelessness, jumping from 4,878 to 8,519 people...
Venezuelan Crime Gang Tren de Aragua Linked to Arrests and Crimes in 22 States; California, Texas and Arizona among Affected States
An unknown number of dangerous Venezuelan Tren de Aragua prison gang members illegally entered the country among the 14 million border crossers documented under Biden. Today, police records and official statements corroborate TdA-related crime and arrests in 22 U.S. states. Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New...
Spokane Mayor Aims to Curb Crime with Proposed Ban on Single-Serve Alcohol and Smoking Items
On Thursday, Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown introduced two ordinances that may prohibit the purchase of single-serve alcohol containers, including cans of beer, as well as smoking paraphernalia. A new initiative aims to create an Alcohol Impact Area within the downtown precinct of the Spokane Police Department, covering approximately 2% of the city’s geography. A news...
62-year-old Killed in Redford Township Crash; Authorities Investigating Second Vehicle Involvement
A 62-year-old man is dead after getting hit by at least one vehicle in Redford Township early Saturday. Police say the man was struck on Telegraph Road, near Midland Avenue around 1:08 a.m. He died at the scene. The driver of the vehicle remained on scene after the collision and cooperated with authorities. The Redford...
Which States Topped the Happiness Charts in 2024?
A recent Gallup survey revealed that only 47% of Americans feel “very satisfied” with their lives, but where you live could play a significant role in your happiness. WalletHub’s annual ranking assessed all 50 states based on 30 metrics in three key categories: emotional and physical well-being, work environment, and community and environment. The report...