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.
Social Security's full retirement age is changing next year, affecting when the youngest baby boomers and Gen Xers can collect 100% of their benefits.
Social Security's annual cost-of-living adjustment is aimed at helping the program's 75 million beneficiaries keep pace with inflation.
Financial pros recommend waiting as long as possible to claim your Social Security benefits. Most Americans say they're ignoring that advice.
As Social Security celebrates its 90th anniversary, concerns are growing over its funding and recent staffing cuts.
Between May 2009 and August 2022, the woman collected more than $100,000 in benefits she did not qualify for.
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.
More than three-quarters of Americans fear Social Security won't provide enough to live on when they retire, AARP study finds.
President Trump pushed to eliminate taxes on Social Security. Does his "one big, beautiful bill" deliver?
Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, experts say.
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.
One family said they were dismayed when the Social Security site said their disabled adult son was no longer receiving benefits.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating.
Starting today, the Social Security Administration will again take 100% of a beneficiary's check to recoup overpayments. Here's what to know.
Social Security is delaying an in-person identity verification requirement by two weeks, but critics say the plan burdens beneficiaries.
The policy could lead to hardship for some elderly Americans, Social Security advocates say. Here's what to know.
The Social Security Administration is offering payouts to employees who voluntarily resign from the federal agency, ahead of what they warn will be "significant workforce reductions."
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'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.
Medicare's Part B monthly premium is outpacing both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
More homeowners than ever in Allegheny County are filing appeals to try to lower their property taxes.
The Community College of Beaver County is under a cyberattack, with unknown bad actors encrypting all college data and demanding ransom payments to lift it.
The Pennsylvania Treasury will hold a public auction for unclaimed goods on Wednesday, March 25.
A homeowner shot and killed an intruder in Somerset County on Monday morning, Pennsylvania State Police said.
Police in Clairton continue to question a man after he allegedly rammed his car into another vehicle and into a now-closed business.
More homeowners than ever in Allegheny County are filing appeals to try to lower their property taxes.
The Community College of Beaver County is under a cyberattack, with unknown bad actors encrypting all college data and demanding ransom payments to lift it.
The Pennsylvania Treasury will hold a public auction for unclaimed goods on Wednesday, March 25.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2026 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
A homeowner shot and killed an intruder in Somerset County on Monday morning, Pennsylvania State Police said.
President Trump told CBS News the U.S. war with Iran is "very complete," and said the U.S. "could do a lot" about the Strait of Hormuz.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
The preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment suggests that the U.S. is "likely" responsible for the bombing of the girls' school in Iran on Feb. 28.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said "what you're seeing is emotional reactions and fear that this is a long-term war." He stressed that "this is not a long-term war."
The announcement comes amid criticism of DHS spending under Noem, and as Congress has allowed the department's funding to lapse.
The Pennsylvania Treasury will hold a public auction for unclaimed goods on Wednesday, March 25.
Pittsburgh gas prices have spiked in the last week, but how high exactly will they rise in the coming weeks?
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
An investigation into fraudulent vehicle inspections has led to dozens of charges against a Pittsburgh-area auto shop owner and his mechanic, police said.
There are always deals to be had at places like Sam's Club and TJ Maxx, but there are ways to get even bigger discounts.
Melanie Taylor from 100.7 Star’s “Bubba Show” joins us to talk about Lisa from Blackpink visiting Punch the monkey and more.
The Lindsay Theater's Josh Axelrod joins us with some Oscar predictions and the latest theater news from Sewickley.
And look who is joining Heather and Ron in the kitchen: it's Pim again.
Pim Neill is trying to set a record for the most Girl Scout cookies sold. She stopped by to give us an update on her goal, and she ended up with two or 200 new best friends!
Boaz makes his final stop of the day, talking to SHLY Deck & Fence to learn about patio covers and maybe win himself a truck?
More homeowners than ever in Allegheny County are filing appeals to try to lower their property taxes.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
There is cautious optimism on the North Shore that the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette may continue to publish under new ownership.
From freshly washed cars to air conditioning units to entire porches, dust is blanketing one Westmoreland County neighborhood.
Former patients of Dr. Carl Medgaus are running out of time to try to recover money for unfinished dental work.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Fish fries can be a quandary for people with heart and other medical issues.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The Steelers reportedly traded for wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. and signed defensive back Jamel Dean.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Tommy Novak scored 17 seconds into overtime to complete a wild comeback in the Pittsburgh Penguins' 5-4 victory over the Boston Bruins on Sunday.
Trevor Zegras scored the only goal of the shootout to help the Flyers defeat the Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night.
Evgeni Malkin has been suspended for five games for slashing Rasmus Dahlin during the Penguins-Sabres game on Thursday.
A fire chief says a fire at an Ohio hog farm complex has killed about 6,000 pigs and unleashed a large plume of smoke that could be seen for miles.
Lawmakers in Harrisburg are looking at bills to tackle dynamic pricing.
The budget airline Breeze is launching a new nonstop route from Pittsburgh to Myrtle Beach this summer.
The lawsuit accuses Nippon of prioritizing revenue over worker safety.
West Virginia took a major step in the fight against child pornography Thursday, after the state filed a first lawsuit of its kind against Apple.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The countdown is on, as the NFL Draft comes to Pittsburgh and America turns 250 years old.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
The medical drama "The Pitt" has certainly put a lot of eyes on Pittsburgh, and while the stories are fiction, the show highlights some very real things about the city.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Community College of Beaver County is under a cyberattack, with unknown bad actors encrypting all college data and demanding ransom payments to lift it. Andy Sheehan reports.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
More homeowners than ever in Allegheny County are filing appeals to try to lower their property taxes.
The Pennsylvania Treasury will hold a public auction for unclaimed goods on Wednesday, March 25. The treasury does these auctions twice a year, but for the first time, people can get a look ahead of time. Barry Pintar reports.
Police in Clairton continue to question a man after he allegedly rammed his car into another vehicle and into a now-closed business. KDKA-TV's Ross Guidotti reports.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
