Millions of U.S. seniors can't afford basic necessities
About half of all senior men and women living alone are either in poverty or struggle to afford essentials.
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Social Security checks could get a 10.5% bump due to inflation
June inflation was higher than expected, at 9.1%. That could set up seniors for the biggest payment boost since 1981.
Social Security's cost-of-living bump could be near 11%: Report
Seniors are on track for the biggest cost-of-living adjustment in four decades, according to a new analysis.
Social Security bill would give seniors an extra $2,400 a year
Some lawmakers want to revise the retirement program to shore up its funding and boost benefits for its 69 million recipients.
Social Security official: Monthly benefits likely to rise 8%
A cost-of-living adjustment of 8% would be the highest for Social Security beneficiaries since 1981.
Social Security checks could jump 8.6%, expert predicts
Seniors are struggling after a cost-of-living adjustment last year failed to keep up with surging inflation.
Social Security to allow people to self-select their sex
The agency is "committed to reducing barriers and ensuring the fair treatment of the LGBTQ+ community," an official said.
Social Security checks will receive 5.9% increase in 2022
It's the biggest increase in almost 40 years, and it comes as inflation is eating away at seniors' buying power.
Report finds federal agencies fall short on cybersecurity
A Senate report has finds federal agencies are not meetings government cybersecurity standards. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN AM to discuss the report.
Social Security checks may see biggest hike in four decades
Annual benefit hike could top 6% due to fast-rising inflation. But retirees would have to wait until 2022 to see it.
Biden fires Social Security Commissioner Andrew Saul
But Saul, who was appointed by former President Trump, is refusing to resign, according to the Washington Post.
30 million seniors face stimulus check delays, lawmakers say
After asking about the delay, lawmakers say the Social Security Administration sent payment data to the IRS on Thursday.
Social Security recipients to get extra $20 a month in 2021
Next year's cost of living adjustment is 1.3%, but some say the adjustment doesn't reflect real costs for seniors.
Social Security's 2021 increase may be among smallest ever
Projected 1.3% bump would come after Social Security benefits have lost almost one-third of their buying power.
Almost 110,000 Americans died waiting for disability hearing
Appeals backlog means people can wait years for their cases to be heard. By then, it's often too late.
Social Security recipients say they're still waiting for stimulus checks
One Social Security recipient who has been waiting for weeks said he's disheartened: "It's not a good system."
Some Social Security recipients to get stimulus checks today
Americans who get supplemental income set to get the money by direct deposit, while checks go out on Friday.
Older Puerto Rico residents won't get stimulus checks until June
Residents of U.S. territories who collect Social Security are among some of the last groups to receive their checks.
Americans married to immigrants might not get stimulus checks
The issue could impact more than 1 million U.S. citizens who file joint tax returns with their immigrant spouses.
How to spot Social Security scams
A Senate hearing put the spotlight on Social Security scams.
Americans are losing millions of dollars to Social Security scams
The Department of Justice is trying to crack down on U.S. telecom carriers allegedly facilitating hundreds of millions of scam robocalls.
How to avoid being scammed by Social Security robocalls
In the first half of this year, people filed nearly 73,000 reports of Social Security impostors, reporting losses of $17 million.
Social Security raise for 2020? About $24 a month
The 1.6% cost-of-living increase will take effect in January, lifting the average monthly payment to $1,503
Claiming Social Security too early costs Americans $3.4 trillion
Only 4% of retirees claim the benefit at the optimal time. Everyone else is losing out on $111,000 per household
Your old tax returns could be on sale for $1.04
Identity theft has never been this cheap — you can buy anything from old tax returns to bank accounts on the dark web
New Orleans attacker posted videos declaring support for ISIS, FBI says
One day after a man drove a truck into New Year's revelers on Bourbon Street, the FBI says he likely did not have accomplices.
Watch Live: Las Vegas authorities give updates on Cybertruck investigation
Law enforcement in Las Vegas is addressing the investigation underway into a Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of Trump Towers early Wednesday.
Details emerge about the victims of deadly New Orleans attack
At least 15 people were killed after a driver slammed into a crowd celebrating New Year's on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
What we know about the New Orleans truck attacker
A man "hellbent" on creating carnage drove around barricades and hurtled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans' French Quarter, police said.
Watch Live: Biden to mark 235 judicial confirmations during White House tenure
President Biden will deliver remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
What to know about the Sugar Bowl 2025
The Sugar Bowl, postponed after a tragic New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, will now kick off today at 3 p.m. CST.
Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to Cheney, Thompson
Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.
Stomach bug symptoms to know as norovirus cases surge in parts of U.S.
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show cases of norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in parts of the U.S.
Gunman kills 12 people including 2 kids in Montenegro shooting spree
Officials say a gunman opened fire at multiple locations in Montenegro, killing a dozen people before turning the gun on himself.
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Watch Live: Las Vegas authorities give updates on Cybertruck explosion
Law enforcement in Las Vegas is addressing the investigation underway into a Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of Trump Towers early Wednesday.
Watch Live: Biden to mark 235 judicial confirmations during White House tenure
President Biden will deliver remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
China hits dozens of U.S. companies before expected Trump tariffs
China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests."
What to know about the Sugar Bowl 2025
The Sugar Bowl, postponed after a tragic New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, will now kick off today at 3 p.m. CST.
Tesla's annual sales drop for the first time in a decade
Tesla's increase in global sales in the fourth quarter was not enough to overcome a sluggish first half of the year.
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China hits dozens of U.S. companies before expected Trump tariffs
China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests."
Tesla's annual sales drop for the first time in a decade
Tesla's increase in global sales in the fourth quarter was not enough to overcome a sluggish first half of the year.
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, killing 1
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
Here are 9 states cutting their individual income taxes on Jan. 1
Some states are ushering in lower income tax rates in January, part of a recent push to cut taxes for their residents.
Here's what's open and closed on New Year's Day 2025
New Year's Day is observed by banks and delivery services, but holiday policies for individual retailers vary. Here's what to know.
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Watch Live: Biden to mark 235 judicial confirmations during White House tenure
President Biden will deliver remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
FBI to brief House Homeland Security Committee on New Orleans attack
The Assistant Director of the FBI's Counterterrorism will brief the committee members and staff in a call on Thursday morning, according to a committee aide.
Biden to award Presidential Citizens Medal to Cheney, Thompson
Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.
The 119th Congress begins tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here's what to know.
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, killing 1
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
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Medicare's new spending cap in 2025
This year, a new spending cap on medication goes into effect for the first time for people on Medicare. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains its impact.
L.A. pet owners warned against raw food as bird flu confirmed in cat
The H5N1 bird flu virus has been found in samples of Monarch Raw Pet Food, and a cat that ate the food is confirmed to have been infected.
Are you really getting a moderate or intense workout? Here's how to tell.
Looking to amp up your exercise as part of your New Year's resolutions? Here's how to calculate the intensity of your workouts.
New Year's resolutions often fail. Here's expert tips on how to keep them.
New Year's resolutions rarely last. Here's why they fail so often and how to change that, according to an expert.
Cappuccino Meltaway Bars sold nationwide recalled due to tree nuts
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
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U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
China hits dozens of U.S. companies before expected Trump tariffs
China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests."
Police raid airline's offices after crash killed 179 people in South Korea
The flight was carrying 181 passengers and crew when it belly-landed before slamming into a barrier, killing all aboard except two flight attendants.
Suspected Chinese underwater spy drone found by fishermen
Officials said the drone was not armed, but the police report listed "potential national security implications" as one significance of its recovery.
Virgin Australia crewmember allegedly sexually assaulted in Fiji
The alleged attacks took place in the nightclub area of the city of Nadi, home to the international airport, officials said.
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These works enter the public domain in 2025
Here are the new books and characters joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
Who's performing at tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025?
A variety of New Year's Eve performers are expected for tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025.
Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt agree on divorce settlement after 8-year battle
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, her lawyer says, apparently ending one of the longest and most contentious divorces in Hollywood history.
Dallas Stars' Tyler Seguin joins list of high-profile home burglaries
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
5 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
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Chinese hackers breach U.S. Treasury Dept., obtain unclassified documents
The Treasury Department says Chinese hackers accessed several department workstations and unclassified documents. China denies any involvement.
Trump seeks pause of possible TikTok ban
President-elect Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court Friday to pause a potential U.S. ban on TikTok from taking effect. In his brief, he said he said he wants to delay the ban in order to give time for his incoming administration to "pursue a negotiated resolution."
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
ChatGPT recovers after being hit by outages, OpenAI says
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
AI features dominating tech heading into 2025
New artificial intelligence features appeared across the tech landscape this year, from the latest iPhone to chatbots like Google's Gemini. Adam Auriemma, the editor-in-chief at CNET, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
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U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
California's mandatory clothing recycling program
Americans throw away billions of pounds of used clothes every year. But now, California is the first state to hold textile companies responsible for their products from start to finish. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains.
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New details on New Orleans attack
The FBI provided more details about the terrorist attack in New Orleans where at least 14 people died and dozens were injured. Officials now say the attacker acted alone when he left behind several explosive devices before ramming a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street. CBS News' Kati Weis reports.
FBI searches home of truck attacker
The FBI is seeking digital devices and any other evidence at the home of Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the 42-year-old Texas resident who traveled to New Orleans and carried out a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Musk comments on Cybertruck explosion
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is commenting on what he believes caused a Cybertruck to explode outside the Trump Towers in Las Vegas. This comes as more details emerge about the man who apparently rented the vehicle. KLAS' Brian Will has more on the investigation into the blast.
New Orleans attacker's military history
Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the man who rammed a truck into a crowd of people on New Orleans' popular Bourbon Street, served in the U.S. military and was deployed for 11 months to Afghanistan, an Army spokesperson said. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports as more questions also emerge about an explosion in Las Vegas.
Authorities search Houston location linked to New Orleans truck attacker
The FBI said it searched a location in Houston in connection to the New Orleans truck attack that killed 15 people.
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When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
NASA spacecraft safe after historic closest-ever approach to sun
NASA's Parker Solar Probe hurtled through the sizzling solar atmosphere and passed within a record-breaking 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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New details on New Orleans attack
The FBI provided more details about the terrorist attack in New Orleans where at least 14 people died and dozens were injured. Officials now say the attacker acted alone when he left behind several explosive devices before ramming a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street. CBS News' Kati Weis reports.
Security boosted ahead of Carter funeral
Washington, D.C., is bolstering security measures for several big events occurring in the nation's capital, including the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more on the plans to memorialize Carter.
Trump comments on New Orleans attack
President-elect Donald Trump slammed the Biden administration and its immigration policies before more details emerged about the identity of the man who rammed his truck into a crowd in New Orleans. CBS News' Libby Cathey has more.
FBI searches home of truck attacker
The FBI is seeking digital devices and any other evidence at the home of Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the 42-year-old Texas resident who traveled to New Orleans and carried out a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Musk comments on Cybertruck explosion
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is commenting on what he believes caused a Cybertruck to explode outside the Trump Towers in Las Vegas. This comes as more details emerge about the man who apparently rented the vehicle. KLAS' Brian Will has more on the investigation into the blast.