Social Security Benefits Get a 2.8% COLA. Here's How Much the Average Check Might Increase

The SSA puts the average monthly Social Security retirement benefit before next year's 2.8% COLA at $2,015 per month. Once that COLA takes effect, the average retiree benefit is expected to rise to $2 ...

Social Security Plan Would Expand Benefits For Millions of Americans

Survivor benefits are currently paid to around 5.8 million Americans nationwide, with nearly 4 million of those being ...

‘Meager’ Social Security bump for 2026 sparks fury among recipients, experts — why COLA will ‘hurt’ US seniors next year (and how to respond)

Some experts say the latest adjustment could leave them worse off than before — but there are steps they can take now to protect their income.

Part B Premiums Spike To $202.90 Next Year, Shrinking Social Security's COLA For Millions

Millions of older Americans will see a larger chunk of their Social Security cost-of-living adjustment disappear next year as ...

Here’s what we know about the shooting of 2 National Guard members in DC

Two West Virginia National Guard members were shot near the White House in what officials called a “targeted attack” on ...

The 2026 Social Security COLA Is In -- Here's Your New Benefit, and Why Retirees Say It Falls Short

Retirees may find that they need to make adjustments to their budget in 2026. Social Security has been one of America's top ...