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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Air Force Transgender Members Fight for Lost Benefits

A group of 17 transgender Air Force members is taking legal action against the U. S. government. They claim the military unfairly took away their early retirement benefits and pensions. This lawsuit was filed in federal court recently, months after the Air Force decided to deny early retirement to t

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Oct 13 2025FINANCE

Social Security Shifts in 2026: What You Need to Know

In 2026, Social Security will see several changes that could impact your retirement plans. One of the biggest changes is the official increase of the full retirement age to 67 for those born in 1960 or later. This means that if you turn 62 in 2026, you will need to wait five more years to claim your

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Jun 14 2025POLITICS

A Military Family's Unexpected Financial Burden

Charles Levine, a dedicated soldier, faced a harsh reality upon retirement. He had served for 30 years, including five deployments and leading troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. However, a decision to extend his service led to an unexpected financial hit. The Army would not cover over $40, 000 in final

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Feb 12 2025CRIME

Baton Rouge's Crime fighting Rise in 2024

On a Tuesday, officials from East Baton Rouge Parish, led by Edwards, announced new efforts to enhance public safety. The first move involves reactivating retired police officers for part-time work with their benefits This is the middle of a project the police have been doing for a

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