St. Louis American

Upcoming Social Security reforms may hit Black and low-income retirees hardest

Experts warn that African Americans and other historically marginalized groups stand to suffer the most when major changes to Social Security set to take effect this fall. Photo by iStock Major ...

When 'unretiring' isn't worth it: Some low-income retirees say higher paychecks would cut their benefits

Low-income retirees say that returning to work would mean a higher paycheck, but lower food, health, and housing benefits.
The New York Times

Social Security Disability, a Protection for Some Workers, Is at a Crossroads

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 ...
The Motley Fool

Here's the Average Social Security Retired Worker, Survivor, and Disability Benefit Check for 2026 -- How Do You Compare?

For between 80% and 90% of retirees, Social Security income is a necessity, in some capacity, to make ends meet. A history-making cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is on the way for Social Security's ...
Austin American-Statesman

Some Social Security disability, SSI beneficiaries will receive January 2026 payments this week

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will see their final 2025 check Wednesday. Here's what to know about ...