Frank Mooney
For millions relying on their monthly Social Security payments, a delay or missing deposit can be a source of serious worry. Opening your bank account to find no payment on the expected day can quickly raise alarm bells. While delays are uncommon, they do happen, and knowing the right steps to take can prevent unnecessary … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA), established in 1935, operates as an independent executive branch agency focused primarily on administering Social Security benefits. These benefits include survivor, retirement, and disability payments, along with managing Social Security numbers and cards, and overseeing Medicare enrollment. The Formation and Financial Scope of the SSA Created under the Social Security … Read more
RICHMOND, Va. — As cities across the country manage complex operations, Richmond’s city council is busy coordinating one of its latest efforts to provide relief to residents: finalizing the distribution of real estate tax rebate checks. The Role of City Councils in Serving Communities City councils across the United States play a vital role in … Read more
SANTA ANA, Calif. — Alejandro Oliveros Acosta, 46, of Santa Ana, was charged with felony animal cruelty after authorities say he lured and killed multiple cats over several months, officials announced Tuesday. Charges and Arrest Details Oliveros faces charges including felony animal cruelty, theft of a companion animal—a Bengal lynx named Clubber—and possession of methamphetamine. … Read more
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — A business in Los Angeles’ Fairfax District was targeted by burglars who drove a truck through the storefront in the early hours of Tuesday, stealing merchandise before fleeing on foot. Incident Details According to Los Angeles Police Department Officer Madison, officers responded around 3:50 a.m. to reports of a vehicle crashing … Read more
NEW ORLEANS, La. — Authorities have recaptured a fifth inmate following a daring breakout from the Orleans Justice Center last week. Corey Boyd, 19, was arrested Tuesday, the same day a maintenance worker was charged with aiding the escape. Allegations Against Jail Employee Sterling Williams, a maintenance worker for the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office, was … Read more
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Wendy Ortiz, a 32-year-old meatpacking worker in Pennsylvania, was shocked to learn she was fined $1.8 million by U.S. immigration authorities for staying in the country illegally. Earning just $13 an hour and raising her autistic 6-year-old son, Ortiz called the penalty “not fair,” questioning how anyone could pay such a sum. … Read more
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Reagan Danielle Gray, a former volunteer at Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, pleaded guilty Monday to sexual assault in the second degree for abusing a 15-year-old boy. Details of the Abuse and Legal Proceedings Gray, 26, was charged with abusing the minor between 2020 and summer 2021 while she was … Read more
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump and retail giant Walmart are engaged in a heated exchange over the administration’s tariffs and their impact on consumer prices. The dispute erupted after Walmart announced impending price increases, attributing them to the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Trump’s Strong Response On May 17, Trump took to his … Read more
If you rely on SNAP benefits to help with groceries, it’s important to know when your state will deposit funds so you can plan your shopping wisely. Between May 19 and 25, 2025, several states are distributing SNAP payments to millions of recipients. Upcoming SNAP Payment Dates by State How Much Can You Receive? The … Read more