In an era where many Americans report feeling isolated and disconnected, Dunkirk maintains the kind of social fabric that once defined small-town life across the country. New residents receive welcome ...

The political fight over how to treat public workers in the retirement system is no longer hypothetical. The House and Senate have already signed off on a major Social Security overhaul, and the next ...

The Social Security Fairness Act eliminates WEP and GPO rules, increasing benefits for some retirees. Here's who qualifies ...

The bill would translate into roughly $1,800 more annually but require high earners to contribute more to the system.

U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz, a Hawai‘i Democrat, has introduced legislation to expand Social Security for seniors and families in ...

Teachers generally end up with more money in their retirement savings than the average American. However, their savings are ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, the last group will receive their December benefits this week. Afterwards, there will be only one more SSI check ...

Are you nearing retirement and considering taking Social Security? There are some key numbers to keep in mind, especially if you want to receive the highest possible monthly check. Most of us ...

As the new year approaches, Americans preparing their finances should be aware of several Social Security changes for 2026. More than 70 million people across the U.S. receive money from the Social ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their December benefits this week. Afterwards, there will be only one more round of disability payments ...

The benefits provide important economic support for older people who cannot work. The White House recently halted changes to the program that had worried some experts. By Mark Miller Many older ...

Social Security benefits are guaranteed for life. Annuities provide lifetime income payments in exchange for a lump sum or periodic payments to an insurance company. Fixed annuities combined with ...