Frank Mooney
Social Security doesn’t just support retirees and people with disabilities — it can also provide monthly payments to children of workers who qualify for retirement, disability (SSDI), or survivor benefits. For many families, this support plays a critical role in covering daily expenses, especially after a sudden loss of income. But not every child qualifies … Read more
If you’re relying on Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), the timing of your monthly deposit can be crucial. As May 2025 rolls on, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has released key payment dates that impact millions of retirees and beneficiaries across the U.S. — including some who may receive their next payment as … Read more
If you or someone in your household receives Social Security, the next few weeks are important to watch. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released the full payment schedule for May and June 2025 — and it includes key dates, changes for federal holidays, and even an early “surprise” SSI payment. Nearly 70 million Americans … Read more
If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you might be surprised to find no deposit in your account this June. However, there’s no cause for concern. This situation arises from a standard adjustment in the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) payment schedule.(NerdWallet, Fox Business) Why Is There No SSI Payment in June? Typically, SSI payments are … Read more
If you rely on Social Security for your income — or expect to — 2025 brings updated numbers that could affect how much you receive. With the cost of living on the rise, the Social Security Administration has applied a 2.5% increase to monthly benefits, changing the maximum payment amounts for retirees, the disabled, and … Read more
If you’ve ever witnessed Arizona’s summer monsoons, you know they’re no ordinary storms. Thunder cracks, dust clouds rise, and intense rainfall turns dry desert into flash-flood zones. But what causes these dramatic weather events — and why are they getting stronger? The Science Behind Arizona’s Monsoon Season Monsoon season in Arizona typically begins in mid-June … Read more
A routine call turned into a life-threatening situation Saturday night in Fairview Heights, Illinois, when three police officers were shot — one of them in the face — while responding to a report of a suspicious person. Authorities confirmed the suspect was arrested on the scene and there is no ongoing threat to the public. … Read more
A Regina woman says she is heartbroken and outraged after one of her dogs was shot by police during an escalating family dispute over pet ownership. What began as a call over an alleged theft quickly turned traumatic on the morning of May 14, when police shot one of the dogs outside her home. What … Read more
A night out in downtown Dallas turned deadly when 28-year-old real estate agent Ashlee Long was fatally shot after a brief encounter with a passing vehicle — a moment that has since unraveled into a complex case involving guns, self-defense claims, and a companion with a troubling criminal history. The incident occurred on April 5 … Read more
If you live in the Bronx, this story hits close to home. The justice system has finally delivered a verdict in a chilling case that devastated a local family and rocked an entire community. On Wednesday, a Bronx judge sentenced 35-year-old Jeremy Cortorreal to 20 years in prison for the brutal killing of his girlfriend, … Read more