Here's the 2025 COLA increase for Social Security recipients
Social Security benefits are given a cost-of-living adjustment each year. The 2025 COLA increase is the smallest since 2021.
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Social Security benefits are given a cost-of-living adjustment each year. The 2025 COLA increase is the smallest since 2021.
Social Security Administration cited a "hardware issue" after it had to close offices and suspend personalized online services.
New York Rep. Ritchie Torres said his Social Security number was among those included in a massive data breach that involved billions of personal data records being leaked.
The 2024 inflation adjustment won't be as large as last year's hike. That means some older Americans could lose ground.
Each year, seniors and others on Social Security receive a cost-of-living adjustment. Next year, they'll see an 8.7% hike.
With inflation forcing many seniors to cut back on food and medicine, annual cost-of-living hike will boost their income.
The 8.3 percent hike in the consumer price index is especially bad news for retirees living on fixed incomes.
If you're one of the millions of people who receive Social Security benefits, you're going to see a bigger check soon.
The Social Security Administration has announced the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) increase for 2021.
A bill crafted by Sens. Charles Schumer of New York and Bob Casey of Pennsylvania will be offered in mid-November, when Congress returns to session following the midterm elections.
Rep. Carolyn Maloney, a Democrat, requested the inquiry in letters sent Monday to the inspectors general at the Justice Department and Social Security Administration.
Declared dead by social security? Believe it or not, that's what happens to thousands of living people each year.
While Sophia stayed at No. 1, Jacob usurped Michael as the top picked baby name for a boy in New York last year.
Next year's raise will be small because consumer prices, as measured by the government, haven't gone up much in the past year.
As of August, the senator says more than 19,000 seniors nationwide have reported identity thefts. That's about 50 each day.
The names Sophia, for girls, and Ethan, for boys ranked number 2 in terms of New York City popularity for 2010.
Imagine if you were declared dead, not once, not twice but three times and lost your only source of income. An elderly Staten Island woman who is very much alive and well is living a red tape nightmare.
With no increase in Social Security, the White House said it's pushing Congress to give seniors, veterans and the disabled a $250 bonus check. Seniors in New York say they desperately need it.
To make up for the lack of a cost of living adjustment, members of Congress are pushing for a one-time payment of $250 for seniors.
It's one of the most striking fallouts from our nation's bad economy: Social Security is facing a rare shortfall this year as a wave of people is opting to collect payments before their full retirement age.
An East Quogue woman is fighting a battle with the government to prove she is among the living.
The Mets and the Yankees need just four more wins each in order to meet in the World Series for the second time.
A vigil was held Friday on Long Island for a mother who police say was killed in front of her 2-year-old son by the child's father.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
Despite falling into a 2-1 deficit in the series, the Dodgers stormed back to take the NLDS, fighting off elimination two times in a tense contest with their division rivals in the San Diego Padres.
The 2024 rematch between GOP Rep. Anthony D'Esposito and Democratic challenger Laura Gillen in Nassau County is one of the most competitive races in the country.
The 2024 rematch between GOP Rep. Anthony D'Esposito and Democratic challenger Laura Gillen in Nassau County is one of the most competitive races in the country.
Westchester County is testing railroad crossing-style gates to block parkway entrances when there is severe flooding.
The NYPD's School Safety Division was searched by federal investigators, according to a person with knowledge of the investigation.
While the northern lights captivated countless people across the Tri-State Area this week, Mother Nature isn't finished showing off yet.
Priscilla Sanchez-Gonzalez is making history as the first female captain of Hispanic heritage in the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department.
While the northern lights captivated countless people across the Tri-State Area this week, Mother Nature isn't finished showing off yet.
Hurricane Milton had made landfall in Florida, and many across the Tri-State Area are wondering how to help.
A software glitch is being blamed for a misprinted mailing that could send voters in Stamford, Connecticut to the wrong polling site.
A chance of showers returns to the Tri-State Area early this week before spectacular weather takes over.
The weekend forecast looks perfect for fall fun around New York and New Jersey -- from apple picking, to leaf peeping and more.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
The NAACP is calling for the removal of the man who runs the New Jersey State Police after the state attorney general released a scathing report about the institution.
While the northern lights captivated countless people across the Tri-State Area this week, Mother Nature isn't finished showing off yet.
Priscilla Sanchez-Gonzalez is making history as the first female captain of Hispanic heritage in the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Police Department.
New Jersey Assemblyman Paul Kanitra says a pair of thieves broke into his home in Hazlet and stole his SUV.
A vigil was held Friday on Long Island for a mother who police say was killed in front of her 2-year-old son by the child's father.
The 2024 rematch between GOP Rep. Anthony D'Esposito and Democratic challenger Laura Gillen in Nassau County is one of the most competitive races in the country.
While the northern lights captivated countless people across the Tri-State Area this week, Mother Nature isn't finished showing off yet.
Suffolk County officials say new penalties have been proposed for the drivers who take over busy intersections with dangerous stunts.
A school bus company is under fire after a 5-year-old student was left at the wrong bus stop in East Meadow, Long Island.
The 2024 rematch between GOP Rep. Anthony D'Esposito and Democratic challenger Laura Gillen in Nassau County is one of the most competitive races in the country.
The NYPD's School Safety Division was searched by federal investigators, according to a person with knowledge of the investigation.
NYC Sheriff Anthony Miranda is facing more questions over his department's seizure of cash during raids on illegal pot shops.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is close to naming a permanent NYPD commissioner, sources tell CBS News New York.
After her husband was assassinated in 1968, Ethel Kennedy raised their 11 children and spent decades working for human rights.
A Monmouth County, New Jersey resident has tested positive for measles, state health officials say.
Fisher-Price is offering $25 to product owners who remove and destroy swing parts that increase risk of suffocation.
New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams vowed Wednesday to keep maternal health a top priority in the city.
The CDC will urge Americans to "reconsider nonessential travel" to Rwanda.
Carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl, has been seized on Long Island for the first time.
A judge in New York has set a 2025 trial date for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, who was arrested for sex trafficking, racketeering and conspiracy.
The 2024-2025 prime-time programming lineup of CBS Originals features three new dramas, two new comedies, a reimagined classic game show, special event programming and much more.
Justin Timberlake suddenly postponed Tuesday's show at the Prudential Center in Newark, citing an injury.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
The mother of Sean "Diddy" Combs released a statement Sunday defending her son against the federal charges and multiple allegations of sexual misconduct he is currently facing.
The Mets and the Yankees need just four more wins each in order to meet in the World Series for the second time.
Despite falling into a 2-1 deficit in the series, the Dodgers stormed back to take the NLDS, fighting off elimination two times in a tense contest with their division rivals in the San Diego Padres.
Dylan Guenther scored his second goal of the game in overtime to give Utah a 5-4 victory over the Islanders on Thursday night.
Gerrit Cole shut down the Royals over seven innings, sending the Yankees to a 3-1 victory Thursday and a spot in the ALCS.
Napheesa Collier's bucket with 8.8 seconds left in overtime lifted the Lynx to a 95-93 win over the Liberty in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Thursday.
After seven long years, a retired Queens couple has finally gotten their sidewalk fixed by the city.
People in Red Hook, Brooklyn are renewing a push to bring express bus service to their community.
New York officials announced a multi-million dollar investment in their fight against the opioid crisis in the Bronx.
Tomer Meir, 21, who survived the attack at the Nova Music Festival with his friends, shares his harrowing story.
These Brooklyn students formed a group to try to beat their own addictive behavior around technology.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Saturday morning forecast on CBS News New York.
Police said a man in his 20s was shot multiple times overnight outside a Food Bazaar in Flatbush. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Surveillance video from a Bronx grocery store shows a woman stealing money from a child, then hitting the boy's mother. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for October 11 at 11 p.m.
Legendary singer Dionne Warwick was celebrated in her hometown of East Orange, New Jersey on Friday. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
