Djamila Lazri
TCA Florida Payment: What Day Do You Get Temporary Assistance in June 2025?
The Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) program helps Florida families with children meet basic financial needs by providing monthly cash benefits deposited early each month.
Social Security Payments Scheduled for June 2025 and SSI Payment Details
June 2025 will see a modified Social Security payment schedule, especially for Supplemental Security Income recipients, due to the first day of the month falling on a weekend. Payments will…
Social Security Average Benefit Tops $2,000 for First Time in June
June 2025 marks a turning point as average Social Security retirement payments cross the $2,000 mark, underscoring long-term shifts in benefit growth and economic pressures on retirees.
SSA to Overhaul Phone System With AI Amid Service Delays
The SSA is turning to AI to help manage overwhelming call volumes and ease the strain on its reduced workforce, signaling a shift toward more automated public service tools.
19 Everyday Products Vanishing From Us Store Shelves in 2025
Electronics, food staples, and household essentials are disappearing from shelves as global supply chains struggle to keep up in 2025.
States With the Most Vulnerable Seniors as Social Security Faces Cuts
In high-cost states like Vermont and Massachusetts, seniors face mounting challenges as Social Security benefits struggle to keep pace with basic living expenses.
Ford Recalls Over a Million Vehicles Due to Rearview Camera Software Fault
More than a million Ford vehicles are being recalled after a software glitch in the rearview camera system was found to affect driver visibility, prompting safety concerns and regulatory action.
Trump Budget Proposal Threatens Key Energy Assistance Program for Low-Income Families
Millions of low-income families could lose critical heating support if Congress approves a federal proposal to eliminate LIHEAP, a decades-old energy assistance program.
Medicare vs. Medicaid for Long-Term Care: What You Don’t Know Can Cost You
Many retirees mistakenly assume Medicare covers most long-term care costs, but Medicaid plays a larger role in funding extended care for those with limited assets. Understanding this distinction is vital…
Connecticut Reaches Wage Deal With Care Workers, Averting Statewide Strike
The recent agreement between Connecticut and SEIU 1199NE marks a turning point for care workers, establishing a wage growth plan tied to Medicaid funding and easing tensions that nearly led…
Frozen Oysters Recalled in 10 States Over Norovirus Contamination Concerns
Health officials are urging the public to avoid eating the affected oysters, noting they may carry norovirus even if they appear fresh and uncontaminated.
U.S. Treasury to End Use of Paper Checks in Sweeping Digital Overhaul
The federal government is ending the use of paper checks for all payments by September 30, shifting to electronic funds transfers to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Eastern Pacific Could See First Tropical Storm of the Season Ahead of Schedule
Forecasters at the NHC report a 70% chance that a tropical storm could form within a week as atmospheric conditions become more favorable south of Mexico.
Walmart to Cut Nearly 1,500 Jobs Amid Internal Restructuring
Walmart’s latest round of job cuts signals a strategic shift as the company adapts to a changing retail landscape, focusing on speed, innovation, and digital growth.
Over 12 Million Marked Deceased in Sweeping Social Security Record Update
Millions of outdated entries in the Social Security system have now been corrected, following a federal effort to resolve long-standing record inconsistencies.
Credit Card Debt Forgiveness Could Offer Relief This June — But Start With These Steps
Many Americans are now considering credit card debt forgiveness as interest rates surge and balances remain high, but success depends on timing, qualifications, and proper documentation.
Social Security Payments Reach Up to $5,108 This Week for Eligible Recipients
Recipients born between the 11th and 20th of any month are set to receive their Social Security payments this Wednesday, part of the administration’s regularly scheduled May disbursements.
Support for $400 Inflation Relief Checks Remains Limited in New York, Poll Shows
Governor Hochul’s relief checks aim to ease inflation pressure, but recent polling shows limited voter enthusiasm compared to other state initiatives.
Emergency Housing Voucher Program May End Early, Threatening Housing Security for 60,000
The early end of the Housing Voucher Program could push thousands back into homelessness, as rising rents and inflation outpace the support once guaranteed by federal aid.
DOGE Expands Beyond Executive Agencies in Sweeping Federal Oversight Effort
DOGE’s quiet expansion into independent agencies has sparked legal pushback and questions about its authority and intent.
DHS Request for 20,000 National Guard Troops Sparks Review by Pentagon
The proposed deployment could double ICE's enforcement capacity, signaling a broader shift in how immigration laws are enforced beyond border regions.
Trump Officials Call for Stricter Work Requirements on Medicaid and Food Aid
Trump officials are backing plans to tighten Medicaid rules, linking benefit access to weekly work or training hours under a wider Conservative-led budget proposal.
Tax Relief for Seniors Stalls as Social Security Exclusion Raises Concerns
A new tax plan backed by Republican lawmakers delivers on several campaign promises but leaves pensioners paying income tax on their Social Security benefits, sparking criticism from senior advocacy groups.
Abortion Clinics Are Closing Even Where It’s Still Legal — Here’s Why
Even where abortion remains legal, clinics are vanishing — leaving behind long travel distances, reduced services, and growing uncertainty for patients and providers alike.
US Wholesale Inflation Falls Despite Tariffs Rollback and Market Expectations
Wholesale inflation eased sharply in April, surprising forecasters and hinting at weaker price pressures despite ongoing trade tariffs. Analysts remain cautious, warning that the full impact of recent policy changes…
Ford Recalls 274,000 Expedition and Navigator SUVs Over Potential Brake Failure Risk
Ford has identified a potential safety issue in certain Expedition and Lincoln Navigator models that could lead to brake fluid leaks, prompting a large-scale recall across the United States.
New York to Issue $400 Inflation Refund Checks to 8 Million Residents
Eligible New Yorkers will automatically receive inflation relief payments this fall, with amounts based on 2023 income and filing status.
New Legislation Pushes for Medicaid Work Requirements Across the United States
The proposed Medicaid work requirements are reviving legal and political battles across the country, as states seek to redefine eligibility rules and shift more responsibility for healthcare coverage onto individuals…
Walgreens Closes More Locations as Retail Pharmacy Industry Continues to Contract
Walgreens continues to scale back its retail footprint, confirming the closure of 30 stores in May 2025 across 13 states amid financial restructuring and evolving market conditions.
Social Security Benefits at Risk for Older Americans in Student Loan Default
Retirees across the United States could soon see cuts to their Social Security benefits due to long-overdue student loans, as federal recovery efforts target hundreds of thousands in default.
Walmart Signals Price Hikes as Trump Tariffs Drive Early Consumer Demand
Walmart anticipates passing tariff-related costs onto consumers starting in late May, signaling potential price increases across key product categories as trade pressures intensify.
Social Security Fairness Act May Affect How Retirees Pay Medicare Premiums in 2025
Millions of retirees will see changes in how they pay Medicare premiums as their Social Security benefits are reinstated under a new federal law, shifting many to automatic deductions.
Inflation Slows in April as Grocery and Gas Prices Drop
Inflation eased to its lowest annual rate since February 2021, signaling a potential shift in consumer price trends amid ongoing economic uncertainty.
Pike in Early Social Security Claims Amid Fears of Benefit Cuts and Agency Instability
Social Security faces growing pressure as early claims surge in response to political uncertainty and agency reforms. Concerns over future benefit cuts are prompting Americans to secure their Social Security…
Walmart Issues Four National Food Recalls Since March 2025
Walmart has pulled multiple food items from its shelves in recent weeks following safety alerts issued by federal agencies. The recalls involve major brands and highlight recurring quality control concerns.
Trump’s 2025 Executive Order Could Mark the End of Paper Checks for Taxpayers
The IRS will soon stop accepting and issuing paper checks for tax transactions. Taxpayers will need to switch to digital methods like direct deposit or electronic transfers.
McDonald’s to Hire 375,000 Workers as Part of Summer and Expansion Strategy
McDonald’s is launching one of its largest seasonal hiring campaigns in years, aiming to add 375,000 workers nationwide as part of a broader push to expand service and open hundreds…