This week, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has unveiled significant updates aimed at reducing the burden for millions of American retirees. The SSA will now implement measures to simplify interactions with beneficiaries by eliminating the need for handwritten signatures on a range of forms, facilitating approximately 1 million transactions annually. The move will convert over…
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — September is dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention both nationally and globally, fostering essential conversations about mental health. Statistics on Suicide According to a February report by the Health Policy Institute of Ohio, approximately five people die by suicide every day. National Suicide Prevention Week runs from September 8-14, with…
(AP) – Akron-based FirstEnergy Corp., entangled in a $60 million bribery scandal, has been slapped with a $100 million civil penalty by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for misleading investors about its involvement in the corruption scheme. The SEC’s cease and desist order reveals that FirstEnergy violated antifraud provisions by concealing its role…
CLEVELAND (WJW) – Get ready for a spine-tingling Halloween season without venturing far from home. Four haunted houses in the Cleveland area have earned spots on the prestigious “top haunts” list for 2024, as recognized by the Haunted Attraction Association (HAA). The HAA, the industry’s official certification body, annually highlights the top 50 haunted attractions…
Wealth inequality in the United States is stark, with the wealth divide widening significantly over recent decades. From 1963 to 2022, the wealth of the top 1% of American families increased sevenfold, while the average wealth of those in the bottom 10% saw only a modest rise. This disparity is evident in the richest towns…
(WJW) – Can you feel it? The days are getting shorter. And in less than two months, the change will become even more noticeable. The Shift to Standard Time On Sunday, Nov. 3, the clocks will once again “fall back,” marking the end of daylight saving time. This adjustment means earlier sunsets and what can…
OHIO (WJW) — The adult beverage market is expanding with the introduction of New Brew, a unique drink that is stirring up interest across the country. However, its availability is not uniform, with some states and counties restricting its sale. What Makes New Brew Different? New Brew stands out because it does not contain alcohol….
PAINESVILLE, Ohio (WOIO) — A Painesville man was fatally shot by his son early Sunday morning, according to Painesville Police. Officers responded to reports of a shooting at 12:53 a.m. in the 300 block of Stanford Street. Upon arrival, they discovered a 67-year-old man had been shot and killed in his home by his 23-year-old…
BEDFORD, Ohio (WOIO) — An 8-year-old girl drove herself to a Target store in Bainbridge, a journey that took 24 minutes, according to a Bedford Police report. Bedford Police were called around 9 a.m. to report a missing child and a missing vehicle from a home on Greencroft Road. Authorities issued a “Be on the…
BRUNSWICK, Ohio (WOIO) — Brunswick Police are investigating a social media threat directed at the Brunswick City School District that was reported on Friday. The threat, which was posted on Snapchat, was also received by several other school districts. Brunswick Police have determined that the threat is not credible. The department has issued the following…