Social Security to restart clawing back 100% of benefit overpayments
The Social Security Administration said it will restart a policy that had caused financial distress for some beneficiaries.
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The Social Security Administration said it will restart a policy that had caused financial distress for some beneficiaries.
The agency said it has so far sent retroactive benefits to more than 1 million people due to the Social Security Fairness Act.
The Social Security Fairness Act is adding to the workload of a federal agency already short on staff, it says in urging patience.
New law means police officers, teachers and others with public pensions will now collect their full Social Security benefits.
The Social Security Fairness Act is expected to be signed Monday, according to advocates for police and firefighters.
Social Security beneficiaries have some changes coming in December and January, due to quirks of the calendar and a payment hike.
Social Security's full retirement age reflects the point at which people can claim their full benefits. It's going up in 2025.
The Social Security Fairness Act, which would increase benefits for 2.8 million retirees, has bipartisan support but time running out.
Measure that would repeal so-called "government pensions offset" has been gaining support in House.
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.
The Social Security Administration will set its 2025 cost-of-living adjustment within days. Here's what the experts say.
Social Security Administration cited a "hardware issue" after it had to close offices and suspend personalized online services.
A quirk of the calendar means millions of Social Security recipients won't receive checks this month.
Lawsuit claims hackers accessed "billions" of records, including Social Security numbers, by breaching background check company.
From 2003-2015, a Detroit woman collected disability benefits under a second name, even though she was working under her actual identity.
Social Security is counting on its Login.gov service to shrink lengthy wait times for people who need to call the agency.
A new study finds that the median retirement savings of people who are 55 is just $50,000, far from what experts recommend.
Social Security said it will stop relying on outdated information to determine whether someone qualifies for disability.
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
About 7 in 10 retirees stop working before they turned 65. For many of them, it was for reasons beyond their control.
The U.S. is reaching "peak 65," marking the largest retirement wave in American history. But the financial outlook for many is grim.
If you're one of the millions of Americans turning 65 this year, here's what should you know about retirement — whether you intend to continue working or not.
Some of the nation's 72 million Social Security recipients are getting a payment today — the second check this month.
Some big changes are in store for Social Security in 2024, including a top benefit approaching $5,000 a month, and higher taxes for some.
Prosecutors allege the man used the personal information of at least 12 people to obtain $300,000 in Unemployment Insurance Agency benefits.
Michigan State Police investigated a case of dead and neglected animals in Delta County. One of the women at that location is accused of biting a trooper.
An arctic cold front slips through the area as the clipper system that brought light snow Friday will drop temperatures dangerously low overnight.
Over $100,000 worth of narcotics was seized Thursday as the Detroit Police Department investigated suspected drug activity.
Figure skaters Madison Chock and Evan Bates rock-and-rolled their way to a world-best 91.06 points in the rhythm dance Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
An arctic cold front slips through the area as the clipper system that brought light snow Friday will drop temperatures dangerously low overnight.
Prosecutors allege the man used the personal information of at least 12 people to obtain $300,000 in Unemployment Insurance Agency benefits.
Oakland University officials say a lockdown issued after a stabbing Thursday night has been lifted.
Another round of snow is headed to Southeast Michigan.
Michigan State Police investigated a case of dead and neglected animals in Delta County. One of the women at that location is accused of biting a trooper.
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Figure skaters Madison Chock and Evan Bates rock-and-rolled their way to a world-best 91.06 points in the rhythm dance Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
A new push to pass a GOP elections bill known as the SAVE America Act is underway in Congress, but Democrats warn the proposal could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters.
Will Riley scored 20 points, Sharife Cooper added 18 and the Washington Wizards upset the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons 126-117 on Thursday night.
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Figure skaters Madison Chock and Evan Bates rock-and-rolled their way to a world-best 91.06 points in the rhythm dance Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Will Riley scored 20 points, Sharife Cooper added 18 and the Washington Wizards upset the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons 126-117 on Thursday night.
Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named the NFL MVP, just edging out four other candidates that included New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, last year's MVP.
Tarik Skubal has won his salary arbitration hearing with the Detroit Tigers, and the two-time Cy Young Award winner will be paid a record $32 million this year instead of the team's $19 million offer.
Ron Teasley, a Detroit native who played for the New York Cubans in the Negro National League, died on Tuesday at age 99.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
The Blind Owl in Royal Oak is hosting classes on sushi preparation. They gave a demonstration in the CBS News Detroit studio.
Fishbones and Astoria Pastry Shop, which are both in Detroit's Greektown, present some of their Valentine's Day treat ideas for sweethearts on a budget.
During his remarks Thursday at the National Prayer Breakfast event, President Trump said he had no intention of firing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
A shooting at Oakland University is under investigation. The National Weather Service has issued a cold weather alert for Friday night into Saturday. Other top stories.
Michigan Humane presents two of the adoptable animals that are currently under its shelter care: Sirloin the cat and Himalayan the dog.