Many Americans retire far earlier than expected — and not by choice
About 7 in 10 retirees stop working before they turned 65. For many of them, it was for reasons beyond their control.
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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.
The nation's 72 million Social Security beneficiaries will get a raise starting in 2024 to keep their benefits aligned with inflation.
A Boston University economist says that people often don't understand the complexity of the system and the pitfalls that await them.
With Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment less than half of the 2023 boost, seniors are at risk of losing ground, experts say.
U.S. lawmakers reached a last-minute deal to avoid a government shutdown Saturday. If one had occurred, however, here's how that could have affected Social Security recipients.
The 2024 inflation adjustment won't be as large as last year's hike. That means some older Americans could lose ground.
Retirement program's reserves are slated to be depleted in 2033. New analysis says senior poverty could surge as a result.
"It's hard to overstate how bad it would be," one expert said. Everything from Social Security payments to your retirement fund could get hit.
Millions of Social Security recipients "need to be very careful" about spending because payments could be delayed, one expert said.
Benefit checks, adjusted each year for inflation, could see their smallest increase since 2020, a senior citizen's group says.
Divorced people can often collect benefits under the federal retirement program based on their ex-spouse's work history.
The fight over the nation's debt limit could have very real implications on everything from your 401(k) to Social Security.
President Trump announced that a new fighter mission is coming to Selfridge Air National Guard Base.
A Chilean national has been convicted for his role in a series of home invasions that targeted affluent neighborhoods in Oakland County.
A former president of a United Steelworkers union in Ypsilanti, Michigan, is sentenced to six months in prison for stealing $58,000 from the union.
A Macomb County child care worker has been charged with abuse involving a 10-month-old baby who was in her care.
A 3-year-old girl is getting medical treatment for injuries sustained from a dog attack near her Taylor home.
A 3-year-old girl is getting medical treatment for injuries sustained from a dog attack near her Taylor home.
President Trump announced that a new fighter mission is coming to Selfridge Air National Guard Base.
A Chilean national has been convicted for his role in a series of home invasions that targeted affluent neighborhoods in Oakland County.
Police are investigating a deadly crash on westbound I-94 near Wayne, Michigan.
A former president of a United Steelworkers union in Ypsilanti, Michigan, is sentenced to six months in prison for stealing $58,000 from the union.
The operations of Tribar's Wixom location will be moving to Howell, according to plans announced earlier this month.
Shawn Fain, president of United Auto Workers, took to social media Thursday to give a policy speech. "There's a lot of uncertainty over what this moment holds," he said.
Slotkin is a former CIA officer who worked in national security roles in the Pentagon during the Bush and Obama administrations.
The company says the layoffs are not related to tariffs. The layoffs are effective April 14.
The automaker is working with local authorities on the investigation.
First-time nominees Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker and Bad Company will also be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The three-day summer festival, set for May 24-26, will feature six stages and more than 100 acts.
Music legend Smokey Robinson spoke to "CBS Mornings" about his decades-long career, his Legacy Tour and why he's creating new music.
A drive-in theater that opened in 2021 in Monroe County has closed for good; citing overall industry trends.
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 2.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and President Donald Trump shared a hug as he arrived in her home state, at risk of political backlash.
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The economy shrank 0.3% in the first three months of the year, a steep downturn from the pace of growth in 2024.
Just hours before President Trump marked his first 100 days in office, Michigan Democratic Congressman Shri Thanedar filed the first articles of impeachment of this administration.
A new proposal from Republican lawmakers would eliminate the popular SAVE repayment plan, which helped lower costs for millions.
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Some FDA scientists and inspections staff were told that their layoffs may be rescinded.
Martinelli's juice bottles were recalled in 28 states because they could contain a toxic substance created by fungi.
"We are not creating an autism registry," a Department of Health and Human Services official said in a statement.
According to tax data from the Henry Ford Health system, the organization collected over $16 million from patients who were eligible for community benefits in 2022.
The Pistons stayed alive in their first postseason appearance since 2019 by beating the Knicks on Tuesday night.
One year after hosting the 2024 NFL draft, Detroit remains the most attended city in the three-day event.
Austin Cindric gave Team Penske its first NASCAR victory of the season by holding off a huge pack of challengers over the closing lap in a rare drama-free day at Talladega Superspeedway.
The Wide receiver spent the weekend traveling all over Michigan to host youth football camps.
Referees missed Detroit's Tim Hardaway Jr. getting fouled by New York's Josh Hart on the final play of the Pistons' playoff matchup against the Knicks on Sunday, the NBA acknowledged shortly after the game ended.
President Trump will visit Michigan on Tuesday to mark his first 100 days in office.
Distracted driving killed at least 3,000 people and caused more than 400,000 injuries in the U.S. in 2024, according to NHTSA, as the problem is worse in summer months when more people are on the road.
It's a look at the Detroit Public Schools Community Foundation and how things are going as Kerrie Mitchell, CEO, appears on Michigan Matters to give an update.
Lawrence Technological University is 93 years old with a strong regional imprint, which Dr. Tarek Sobh talks about on Michigan Matters.
A trio of experts talks about consumer needs when it comes to transit, which are evolving.
Ford CEO Jim Farley announced that the automaker is extending its employee pricing offer for another month in hopes of attracting customers who are worried about rising prices because of new tariffs.
Berkley Department of Public Safety crews and vehicles are handling road blocks in the area while Consumers Energy crews handle repairs. The repairs might continue into overnight, according to a notice issued Wednesday afternoon by the city. After repairs are completed, restoration work will begin.
Sunshine with cooler, but near normal temperatures today.
Trader Joe's is voluntarily recalling its Sesame Miso Salad with Salmon. The "use by" dates being recalled are April 28, 2025, and April 29, 2025.
Wayne State University in Detroit is ending its food and facilities contract with Aramark Campus, a step that will result in 137 jobs lost with that service provider.