Social Security could run dry earlier than expected, analysis finds
The Social Security Administration wouldn't stop issuing benefits once its trust funds are exhausted, but it could be forced to cut benefits.
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The Social Security Administration wouldn't stop issuing benefits once its trust funds are exhausted, but it could be forced to cut benefits.
A Syrian man charged with stealing nearly $200,000 of in Social Security Supplemental Security Income benefits has pleaded guilty.
A higher Medicare Part B premium in 2026 could erode next year's cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients, experts say.
Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment is aimed at helping the program's 75 million beneficiaries keep pace with inflation.
Citing the shutdown, the Social Security Administration postponed its announcement of the annual payment bump beneficiaries will receive in 2026.
The Social Security Administration is transitioning to electronic payments next week after 85 years of issuing paper checks to U.S. retirees.
A 2.7% COLA increase would raise the average monthly Social Security payment by about $54.
As Social Security celebrates its 90th anniversary, concerns are growing over its funding and recent staffing cuts.
One advocacy group estimates that Social Security recipients will get a 2.7% cost-of-living increase in 2026.
The Social Security Administration had planned to eliminate all paper checks by Sept. 30. Now the agency says it will continue issuing checks as needed.
About 23% of people over 50 want to delay their retirements over financial readiness and economic worries, a survey found.
President Trump pushed to eliminate taxes on Social Security. Does his "one big, beautiful bill" deliver?
Social Security is dipping into its trust fund to pay current retirees, with spending outpacing its revenue from payroll taxes.
The Social Security Administration says it has processed 2.5 million retroactive payments to people previously locked out of retirement benefits.
The comprehensive baby names list in the U.S. is issued annually by the Social Security Administration.
The Social Security Administration said it will now seek to recoup less money from beneficiaries. Advocates say the revised policy is still burdensome.
In recent weeks, Social Security has been plagued by problems related to technology, system errors, and even the marking of living people as dead.
Allianz survey finds that nearly two-thirds of Americans are more worried about running out of money in retirement than they are about dying.
The policy could lead to hardship for some elderly Americans, Social Security advocates say. Here's what to know.
The agency said it has so far sent retroactive benefits to more than 1 million people due to the Social Security Fairness Act.
The only problem is that no one seems to know where exactly it is.
The Social Security Fairness Act is adding to the workload of a federal agency already short on staff, it says in urging patience.
BabyCenter has issued its annual report on baby names that are trending downward in popularity.
Some Social Security beneficiaries will receive an extra payment next month. Here's who will get the extra checks and why.
Social Security benefits are given a cost-of-living adjustment each year. The 2025 COLA increase is the smallest since 2021.
Two people are dead and another is in custody after a crash in Macomb County, Michigan, early Saturday.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
A 17-year-old Detroit boy has been charged in connection with a shooting at the Henry Ford St. John Hospital.
Jalen Duren had 30 points and 13 rebounds and Cade Cunningham added 17 points and 15 assists as the Detroit Pistons handed the Memphis Grizzlies their seventh straight loss with a 126-110 victory on Friday night.
A sprawling, late-season winter storm is set to deliver a crippling blow to Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the northern Lower Peninsula starting Saturday night.
Ayman Mohamad Ghazali made two purchases at a Phantom Fireworks store in Livonia, Michigan. He told the store staff the fireworks were for the end of Ramadan.
Temple Israel Rabbi Josh Bennett and staff member Cassi Cohen say their security training prepared them to respond quickly when a man rammed a vehicle into their synagogue.
Over 50,000 Southeast Michigan customers are without power after high winds blasted the area Friday.
A sprawling, late-season winter storm is set to deliver a crippling blow to Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the northern Lower Peninsula starting Saturday night.
A 17-year-old Detroit boy has been charged in connection with a shooting at the Henry Ford St. John Hospital.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
Jalen Duren had 30 points and 13 rebounds and Cade Cunningham added 17 points and 15 assists as the Detroit Pistons handed the Memphis Grizzlies their seventh straight loss with a 126-110 victory on Friday night.
The suspect connected to the attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, FBI said on Friday.
Temple Israel Rabbi Josh Bennett and staff member Cassi Cohen say their security training prepared them to respond quickly when a man rammed a vehicle into their synagogue.
Parts defect affecting Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles can increase the risk of injury, according to a safety notice. Here's what to know.
A second resident of Washtenaw County is suspected to have measles, as health officials continue an investigation about potential cases and exposure sites.
A measles case has been confirmed in Washtenaw County, with health officials investigating when and where others may have been exposed in Southeast Michigan.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Jalen Duren had 30 points and 13 rebounds and Cade Cunningham added 17 points and 15 assists as the Detroit Pistons handed the Memphis Grizzlies their seventh straight loss with a 126-110 victory on Friday night.
Jake Guentzel and Gage Goncalves each scored twice, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 23 saves and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Detroit Red Wings 4-1 on Thursday night.
Duncan Robinson scored 19 points and the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons beat the Philadelphia 76ers 131-109 on Thursday night for their second straight victory after a season-worst four-game losing streak.
Former Michigan linebackers coach Chris Partridge is suing the university, its board of regents and its athletics director for firing him in 2023.
Jalen Duren scored 26 points, Cade Cunningham had 21 points and 15 assists, and the Pistons hammered the Nets 138-100 on Tuesday night.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Defensive back Christian Izien comes to the Detroit Lions to replace Amik Robertson, who departed the team to sign with the Washington Commanders.
A 17-year-old Detroit boy has been charged in connection with a shooting at the Henry Ford St. John Hospital, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office.
The suspect in the attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said on Friday.
Southeast Michigan saw a period of high wind, causing power outages and damage to homes and businesses.
The suspect connected to the attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said on Friday.