New film shows Milwaukee judge addressing ICE before allegedly assisting illegal immigrants depart

New film shows Milwaukee judge addressing ICE before allegedly assisting illegal immigrants depart

Newly leaked camera footage appears to show Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan communicating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in the Milwaukee County Courthouse before allegedly directing an illegal immigrant defendant to use a hidden exit. Dugan, 65, was indicted last month on federal counts of obstructing proceedings before a US agency and improper concealment … Read more

COLA hike targets one group—this is the amount payments will be enhanced

COLA hike targets one group—this is the amount payments will be enhanced

Every year, the Social Security Administration releases the new cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) index for Social Security claimants. This statistic boosts the benefits for recipients by allowing them to maintain the same purchasing power with their payments despite inflation and rising costs. While the new COLA for the following year is typically released in October of … Read more

SNAP Benefits: What You Need to Know to Keep and Grow Your Assistance

SNAP Benefits What You Need to Know to Keep and Grow Your Assistance

In 2022, about 41 million Americans received support through SNAP — the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — which helps low-income households afford food and basic living expenses. If you’re a SNAP beneficiary, it’s crucial to have all your paperwork ready to avoid losing or reducing your benefits. Understanding SNAP and Its Benefits SNAP provides monthly … Read more

Mississippi woman pleads guilty to poisoning elderly man with fentanyl

Mississippi woman pleads guilty to poisoning elderly man with fentanyl

Madison County, Mississippi – According to Madison and Rankin County District Attorney Bubba Bramlett, a Florence woman has pleaded guilty to poisoning an elderly man with fentanyl. Bramlett stated that Dixie Cheyenne White, 31, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault as a habitual offender. She was sentenced to 20 years in the Mississippi Department of Corrections’ … Read more

IRS Tax Refunds Expected Next Week for Many Filers

IRS Tax Refunds Expected Next Week for Many Filers

As the 2024/2025 tax season closed at the end of April, taxpayers across the U.S. are eagerly awaiting their refunds. Whether you filed electronically or mailed your return, refunds could start arriving in the coming days, offering much-needed financial relief amid rising living costs. Fastest Ways to Get Your Refund The IRS confirms the quickest … Read more

Moving States? Here’s How It Affects Your Social Security Benefits

Moving States Here’s How It Affects Your Social Security Benefits

When you start receiving Social Security payments, the state you live in doesn’t change your monthly benefits since Social Security is a federal program. However, it’s very important to notify the Social Security Administration (SSA) if you move, especially across state lines, to keep your personal information current. Why You Must Update Your Address with … Read more