A recent poll by Monmouth University shows that most Americans back Donald Trump’s plan to eliminate income taxes on Social Security, tips, and overtime payments. This proposal, which played a key role in Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, seeks to ease the financial strain on retirees and working Americans. Why This Matters? Social Security benefits are...
An accident that occurred on the west loop in Tyler and involved an 18-wheeler resulted in the deaths of two people. After an 18-wheeler collided with another vehicle, causing it to collide with three other vehicles and resulting in the deaths of two individuals, the traffic in the northbound direction from Front Street to Erwin...
A man has been sentenced to 20 years in jail for the death of Sgt. Thomas Sanfratello, a Genesee County sheriff officer. Michael Elmore, 33, pled guilty to aggravated manslaughter and obstructing governmental administration in November for his acts at the Batavia Downs casino. His sentence on Tuesday included five years of probation. Batavia Police...
Batteries are found in almost every household device and vehicle, from flashlights and remote controls to cars and power tools. While they’re incredibly useful, disposing of batteries improperly can pose significant environmental and health risks. Michigan’s battery disposal laws aim to minimize these risks by establishing clear regulations on how residents should safely and responsibly...
The Social Security Fairness Act, which is gaining attention in Congress, seeks to repeal two controversial provisions in Social Security: the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). While it sounds like a positive change on the surface, many financial experts and policymakers believe it could lead to unintended financial consequences. The...
A Tennessee state senator sponsored legislation requiring law enforcement to send illegal migrants charged with minor crimes to sanctuary communities rather than deporting them to another nation. State Rep. Todd Warner, a Republican, introduced the Tennessee Illegal Immigration Act before the legislative session. The measure would also require all law enforcement agencies to report unlawful...
The Social Security Fairness Act, a bill aimed at expanding Social Security benefits for millions of Americans, is closer than ever to becoming law. Last week, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer initiated a key procedural step, giving new hope to public workers like teachers, firefighters, and police officers who have long been affected by outdated...
Several changes are coming in 2025 that will impact our wallets and bank accounts. One of the most notable adjustments involves the maximum amount of income subject to Social Security taxes. While the 12.4% tax rate on earnings remains unchanged, the maximum income that can be taxed for Social Security purposes is rising again. This...
Republican lawmakers are pushing for a new plan to tackle the growing national debt by increasing the retirement age. Congressman Mark Alford from Missouri recently discussed this on Fox News, where he suggested raising the retirement age as a solution to reduce federal costs. Alford mentioned a meeting with tech billionaire Elon Musk and entrepreneur...
Certain items you own do not count toward the limits for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). These exclusions are important as they help ensure essential belongings and resources don’t disqualify you from receiving much-needed benefits. Let’s explore what these items are and how SSI works. What Is SSI? Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program...