Social Security lowers benefit recapture from 100% to 50% for some; experts continue to caution about serious consequences – NBC News
The Social Security Administration has recently changed the withholding rate for certain beneficiaries to 50%, shortly after it had previously set a 100% withholding rate for new benefits overpayments. This adjustment still poses an economic challenge for those affected, experts suggest. For overpayment notifications sent after April 25th, this new default withholding of 50% applies […]
Byron Donalds Responds to NBC News’ Kristen Welker After She Asks Him About ‘Due Process’ for Illegal Immigrants
NBC News host Kristen Welker recently brought up the idea that illegal immigrants have a right to a “justified process” under the constitution. During a discussion with Florida Republican Rep. Byron Donald, she highlighted the significant number of illegal border crossings that occurred under former President Joe Biden. According to data from Customs and Border […]
Trump asks NBC host about coverage of historically low border crossings.
In a recent interview with NBC’s Kristen Welker, President Trump raised some interesting points about the current state of the U.S. border. He questioned whether it would be appropriate to label the border as “the safest” after what he described as mismanagement during the Biden administration. Welker noted that there’s been a decline in border […]
Mike Tirico of NBC Exits Kentucky Derby Broadcast Set Because of Food Allergy
NBC’s Mike Tirico had to leave the coverage of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday after experiencing a significant reaction due to his nut allergy. Ahmed Faird took over for Tirico for about an hour, informing viewers that Tirico was “feeling a bit under the weather.” “It’s not like baseball; if you’re feeling unwell, you can […]
NBC brings Carmelo Anthony on board for its NBA coverage.
Carmelo Anthony’s New Opportunity Carmelo Anthony has found a new role. The former Knicks player and 10-time All-Star is set to join NBC Sports as a studio analyst for the upcoming season. His debut is scheduled for October, coinciding with the return of the NBA to the network. This comes shortly after his recognition in […]
A big insurance change is coming to Illinois. What to know if you use Blue Cross Blue Shield – NBC Chicago
Illinois residents with certain Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance plans will soon bring about a major change in their coverage as some plans from Advocate’s Health Group become unacceptable. According to the insurance giant, Advocate’s physician partner has not been part of Blue Cross Blue Shield’s HMO Illinois network since July 1, 2025. A spokesman […]
Advocate will soon stop accepting some Blue Cross Blue Shield plans in Illinois – NBC Chicago
Advocate’s Health Group will immediately suspend acceptance of certain Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance plans in Illinois. According to Blue Cross Blue Shield, Advocate Physician Partners are not part of the insurance giant’s HMO Illinois Network since July 1, 2025. An advocate healthcare spokesman confirmed the news to NBC Chicago and said “certain providers will […]
Willie Geist in talks to remain at both MSNBC and NBC: source
Willie Geist of NBC News speaks to maintain a hosting gig at MSNBC. Anchor’s NBC’s “Sunday Today Show” is in negotiations to maintain the co-host of MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” as most journalists appearing on both NBC and MSNBC have moved to either network. MSNBC declined to comment. Willie Geist has maintained two jobs at NBC […]
David Diaz, longtime NYC reporter who worked at NBC and CBS, dead at 82
New York City journalist David Diaz was lovingly known as the “reporter reporter” for decades, bringing news to Big Apple residents. He was 82 years old. David Diaz, a retired New York City journalist, passed away at the age of 82. CBS News Trailbazing On-Air's talents covered 9/11, the presidential election, and other major news […]
Tiger Woods, NBC Sports’ Gary Koch receive remarkable Players Championship tribute
This compliment can be called “better than most people.” On Friday, tournament officials placed the pin on par 3 17th in the front of the green, six paces from the front and four paces from the left. That's exactly where the hall was during the third round of the 2001 athletes championship, and Tiger Woods […]