A groundbreaking gene therapy trial at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London has resulted in “life-changing improvements” for a young Connecticut boy and four other children suffering from a severe form of childhood blindness. Jace, 4, who was legally blind from …
NEWARK, NJ – Democratic lawmakers in New Jersey are upset about a plan to expand the state’s illegal alien detention facility in Newark. The facility, deemed necessary by the Department of Homeland Security during its nationwide sweep of criminal illegal …
At least three Connecticut state agencies have had federal funds paused or canceled as a result of President Donald Trump’s policies, officials said this week. As part of his effort to reshape the federal government around his priorities, Trump has …
Washington – Congressman Frank Pallone (D-District 6) has criticized the Trump administration’s decision to cut the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP), saying it jeopardizes the health of 9/11 first responders and survivors. “These latest DOGE purges are an absolute …
Thousands of New York citizens will receive a stimulus check directly from the IRS before the end of the year. This stimulus check is for taxes from previous years, so it has some specific and mandatory requirements. However, it is …
If you’re waiting for your Social Security payment this month, pay attention because it could arrive in just a few hours. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a payment schedule based on each individual’s birth date. If you were born …
If you’re a Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipient, mark your calendar: March’s payment will hit your account on Friday, February 28. Why? Because March 1 falls on a Saturday, and the Social Security Administration (SSA) doesn’t process payments on weekends. …
If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), mark your calendar for February 19, 2025—that’s when the next payment is due. Now, this isn’t just for people retiring due to disability, but if you qualify, mark that date! You’ll need …
If you claim the Child Tax Credit, be aware that your refund may take a little longer than usual. Although you can send your tax return right away, the IRS takes time to review these cases. But don’t worry, the …
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly the Food Stamp Program, provides food assistance to families and individuals who meet certain income requirements. Benefits are calculated using specific household income and expenses. This document summarizes the eligibility and benefit calculation …