A tragic house fire on Tillman Street in Dallas has left one man dead and a woman in critical condition, following a dramatic rescue by firefighters. Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR) responded to the scene, where heavy smoke and flames were pouring from the garage of the home. Firefighters worked swiftly to control the blaze and managed … Read more
The Dallas City Council has approved a $7.8 million contract to process and house city prisoners at the county jail. However, this decision has sparked a discussion among council members about the financial relationship between the city and county, leading to a call for a review of city investments. The jail in question is the … Read more
A Houston woman, Alexus Domique Bonner, 29, has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault after a 40-year-old man was critically injured in a shooting at a gas station on Bissonnet Street. The incident occurred in the early morning hours of September 24, 2024, at a gas station located in the 9935 block of Bissonnet. … Read more
Houston police have arrested a third suspect, Darius Sonnier, 25, in connection with the 2018 fatal shooting of 75-year-old That Huu Le. Sonnier faces capital murder charges for his alleged role in the incident, which took place at a grocery store parking lot on Blackhawk Boulevard. The arrest comes years after two other suspects, Johntiz … Read more
A bus driver in Galveston County has been charged after being accused of putting his hands on an 11-year-old boy during a dispute over a bag of chips. The incident left Lindsey Wynne, the boy’s mother, outraged and seeking answers. According to Wynne, her son, Owen Lacy, called her in tears, explaining that he had … Read more
A woman was arrested at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, on Wednesday, September 25, after allegedly attempting to sneak her two children into Disney California Adventure Park without paying for their tickets. The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, reportedly claimed that her children were under the age of three, which would have allowed … Read more
Millions of Americans who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are in for some good news. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), beneficiaries who qualify for the SSI program will see an official increase in their payments in the coming months. This financial assistance program is designed to support low-income seniors over 65, disabled … Read more
A recent Social Security announcement reveals upcoming changes that will affect thousands of retirees in the U.S., particularly in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. This adjustment could impact over 300,000 individuals, many of whom are public employees like teachers, firefighters, and police officers. These workers have been subject to rules like the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) … Read more
Social Security beneficiaries are anticipating several important changes in 2025, especially with the projected cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Though a 2.5% increase is expected, lower than the 3.2% rise in 2024, there are three key dates to remember as these adjustments are rolled out. October 10, 2024: Official COLA Announcement On this date, the Social Security … Read more
The New York School Tax Relief (STAR) Program continues to provide significant financial assistance to eligible residents, offering over $1,000 in direct payments. With a $2.3 billion fund allocated for 2024, this initiative aims to support around three million New Yorkers, providing much-needed relief amid rising living costs. Governor Kathy Hochul, along with state representatives, … Read more