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Wild Biker Chaos On Route 9D: Two Men Indicted For Assaulting State Trooper In Wappingers Falls
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Wild Biker Chaos On Route 9D: Two Men Indicted For Assaulting State Trooper In Wappingers Falls

Two men face serious charges after allegedly assaulting a New York State Trooper during a chaotic incident involving a large group of dirt bike riders on Route 9D in Wappingers Falls last September, authorities confirmed. The Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office announced that Steven Hasbrouck, 29, of Middletown, and Naquan Eubanks, 26, of Poughkeepsie, have been indicted following an investigation into the disturbance caused by approximately 30 to 40 dirt bike riders operating recklessly on a busy road. Incident Details On the afternoon of September 8, 2024, police were alerted about a large group of dirt bike riders creating a disturbance and potentially endangering public safety along Route 9D. The report indicated the group was riding in an unsafe and illegal manner, dra...
Staten Island Jewelry Store Robbed In Bold Daytime Heist — What Police Are Saying
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Staten Island Jewelry Store Robbed In Bold Daytime Heist — What Police Are Saying

The New York Police Department (NYPD) is actively investigating a robbery that took place at a jewelry store on Staten Island on Friday afternoon. The incident, which has unsettled the local community, occurred during business hours, prompting a swift response from law enforcement. Limited Details Released by Authorities According to a recent report by the Staten Island Advance, shared via their official Facebook page, the NYPD responded to the scene shortly after the robbery was reported. However, as of now, detailed information about the event remains limited. Authorities have not publicly disclosed the exact location of the jewelry store or how many suspects were involved. Nor have they provided descriptions of the individuals responsible. Police Urge Public to Share Any Inform...
Elon Musk’s Sudden Exit From DOGE Leaves Tri-State Communities Reeling From Budget Cuts
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Elon Musk’s Sudden Exit From DOGE Leaves Tri-State Communities Reeling From Budget Cuts

After just 130 days at the helm of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), Elon Musk has stepped down from his advisory role in the Trump administration, bringing an abrupt end to a controversial tenure defined by deep federal budget cuts. While Musk’s mission was to streamline spending and eliminate government “waste,” the ripple effects have been strongly felt—especially in the Tri-State area comprising Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. The DOGE initiative, launched as part of President Trump’s aggressive government reform plan, had ambitious goals from the start. Musk claimed the agency would save $2 trillion through drastic cuts, contract cancellations, and asset sales. However, according to recent reports, the real savings came in at roughly $175 billion—significantly below targ...
Trump Administration Reverses Course On Controversial Harvard Foreign Student Visa Policy
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Trump Administration Reverses Course On Controversial Harvard Foreign Student Visa Policy

In a dramatic turn of events, the Trump administration has backed away from a controversial move to bar Harvard University from enrolling international students—just days after the Ivy League institution filed a federal lawsuit challenging the decision. The legal clash began when the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revoked Harvard’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). This revocation meant Harvard could no longer host foreign students on student visas, affecting thousands of scholars and researchers. The administration claimed the university failed to provide certain information about these students, including disciplinary records and alleged connections to what it called “anti-American” ideology. The move shocked the academic community and...
Trump’s Unexpected Steel Mill Tour Sparks Buzz as Nippon Deal Gets Final Approval
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Trump’s Unexpected Steel Mill Tour Sparks Buzz as Nippon Deal Gets Final Approval

Former President Donald Trump made headlines once again with a visit to a U.S. Steel mill outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, just as a revised deal with Japan’s Nippon Steel was finalized. The visit, held on May 30, 2025, marked a notable shift in Trump’s stance from earlier this year, when he had vocally opposed Nippon’s original $14.9 billion bid to acquire the iconic American steelmaker. In front of a crowd of steelworkers and supporters, Trump praised the restructured agreement as a “win for American workers” and “a big moment for U.S. industry.” His visit emphasized the importance of steel to the American economy and national security, themes that have long been a staple of his political messaging. Background: From Opposition to Approval Back in January 2025, the Biden adminis...
June Social Security Payments Set To Hit Record Highs Following 2025 COLA Increase
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June Social Security Payments Set To Hit Record Highs Following 2025 COLA Increase

Millions of Americans receiving Social Security benefits are in for a welcome financial boost this June, with payments expected to reach record levels. The reason behind this increase is the 2025 annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), a routine update designed to help beneficiaries keep up with inflation. This year, the COLA rose by 2.5%, marking a meaningful increase for retirees, people with disabilities, and others who rely on Social Security for monthly income. While this increase is slightly lower than the 2024 COLA of 3.2%, it still contributes significantly to the overall growth in Social Security checks for 2025. What This Means for Retirees The average monthly benefit for retired workers in 2025 is now approximately $1,976, up from $1,848 last year. High earners who del...
Social Security Confirms Early Payment on May 30 for This Group of Retirees—Here’s Who Qualifies
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Social Security Confirms Early Payment on May 30 for This Group of Retirees—Here’s Who Qualifies

Millions of Americans receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are getting their monthly benefits a bit earlier than expected this month. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially confirmed that SSI payments scheduled for June 1 will be sent out on Friday, May 30, 2025, instead. This early disbursement is due to a calendar adjustment. Because June 1 falls on a Sunday, the SSA will move the payment to the last business day before the weekend, which is May 30. The agency does not issue payments on weekends or federal holidays. Who Is Getting Paid Early? The early payment specifically applies to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients, a group made up of older adults, individuals with disabilities, and people with limited financial resources. SSI is a federal ...
Millions Of Americans To Receive SSI Payments Early This Month — Check The 2025 Schedule Now
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Millions Of Americans To Receive SSI Payments Early This Month — Check The 2025 Schedule Now

Millions of Americans who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive their June 2025 payments earlier than usual, thanks to a scheduling rule set by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This means recipients will actually get two SSI payments in May — and none in June. Here’s what’s happening and how it may impact your monthly budget. Why Are SSI Checks Arriving Early? SSI benefits are typically paid on the first of every month, but when that date falls on a weekend or a federal holiday, the SSA moves the payment to the previous business day. In 2025, June 1 is a Sunday, so June’s SSI checks will instead be deposited on Friday, May 30, 2025. As a result, recipients will see two payments in May: May 1 – for May benefits May 30 – for June benefits (paid e...
Lake City Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening To Kill His Own Children In Apartment Standoff
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Lake City Man Arrested After Allegedly Threatening To Kill His Own Children In Apartment Standoff

A tense situation unfolded in Lake City on the morning of Wednesday, May 28, as police arrested a 30-year-old man accused of threatening to harm his children and barricading them inside an apartment. The suspect, Deondre Clayton, is now facing multiple serious charges, including child cruelty and illegal firearm possession by a convicted felon. According to the Lake City Police Department, Clayton allegedly abused his children and made violent threats if law enforcement attempted to intervene. Police were alerted to the situation after reports of child abuse surfaced involving Clayton’s children. Officers responded swiftly to an apartment complex where the children were believed to be confined with the suspect. According to police, one of the children, who has developmental disabilit...
DC Gears Up For Massive WorldPride Celebrations With Bold Message: We Refuse To Live In Fear
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DC Gears Up For Massive WorldPride Celebrations With Bold Message: We Refuse To Live In Fear

Washington, D.C. is preparing for one of the largest international LGBTQ+ events in its history—WorldPride 2025, expected to attract nearly 3 million people between May 17 and June 8. The city is ramping up security, health services, and transit options ahead of the major festivities, which include parades, concerts, and a two-day street festival on Pennsylvania Avenue. At the heart of it all is a message of unity and resilience. “We cannot live in fear,” said Mayor Muriel Bowser, addressing concerns about safety and public preparedness amid today’s tense political climate. “We have to live our lives and be as prepared as we can.” A Global Celebration Comes to D.C. WorldPride, hosted this year by Capital Pride Alliance, will mark the first time the global event takes place in the ...