Social Security benefits are supposed to help retirees cover their bills throughout retirement. In order for that to happen, periodic cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are built into the program.

If your social security number gets shared or stolen, anyone can be you. And that means they can do all kinds of things that you might be financially responsible for. So experts say be careful ...

There are actually a number of major changes you may have missed in 2025. Let’s dive in so you’re up to speed. 1. Benefits rose 2.5%. Social Security benefits are eligible for a cost-of-living ...

Social Security's June payment schedule is normal for most recipients. Thanks to the calendar, payments will arrive a few days sooner than in May.

Social Security payment dates for May 2025: ... To find more information about the address, location, phone number, and hours of operation for following offices, go to their website.

Editor’s note: The Education Department has announced a pause on the garnishments of Social Security benefits. A group of Social Security beneficiaries may notice their June payment has been ...

Average Social Security check to break $2,000 for the first time ever in June 2025 The average monthly check for retired workers is on track to cross a psychologically important level that's not ...

The News 8 On Your Side team is getting a lot of questions about an email that looks like it's from the Social Security Administration.When it comes to your Social Security number or benefits, it ...

Student loan borrower shares her story as collections resume for those in default 02:52. The Trump administration says it's pausing the garnishment of Social Security benefits for student loan ...

The Social Security payment schedule for June 2025 includes important adjustments that will impact many beneficiaries, especially those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). These changes ...

Those eligible for SSI can begin the application process online, in person at your local Social Security office, or by calling 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time ...