A man was arrested by Metro Transit police after attempting to avoid paying a fare on a Metrobus and being found with a loaded shotgun under his coat, authorities reported Wednesday. The incident occurred when plainclothes officers stopped the man on an X2 route bus. According to police, the man initially refused to comply with…

Michele Patsos, the wife of longtime college basketball coach Jimmy Patsos, has tragically passed away at the age of 47. Her family announced her death in an obituary on Friday. Michele was known for her deep love of sports, particularly college basketball and horse racing. She was a devoted supporter of her husband’s career, cheering…

A restaurant manager has been charged with fraud after using a customer’s credit card without authorization while employed at Silo Falls Restaurant in Brookeville, according to police. The accused, 30-year-old Brooke Chamber of Rockville, allegedly made fraudulent purchases on a credit card left behind by a customer in July 2024. Police say the victim realized…

Famous Dave’s, the well-known barbecue chain celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, has abruptly closed two of its Washington locations. The closures, which occurred on December 4, affect the chain’s last two remaining restaurants in Western Washington—Tacoma and Tukwila. Despite one of the locations having undergone a remodel just earlier this year, both restaurants have…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed the schedule for the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increase for eligible SSDI recipients, which will take effect in January 2025. However, the COLA boost will not be available in 2024 for those on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Instead, only recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive…

With Donald Trump preparing to return to the presidency on January 20, significant changes are anticipated across various areas of public policy, including Social Security. The program, which serves over 54 million Americans, could see major reforms under his leadership. Trump has outlined two key proposals related to Social Security: eliminating federal taxes on benefits…

Retirees in the United States might still be waiting for their Social Security checks or direct deposits for December. Payments are issued based on birth dates, eligibility criteria, and specific schedules determined by the Social Security Administration (SSA). December Payment Schedule December 11: Retirees born between the 1st and 10th of the month who filed…

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed the distribution timeline for December SNAP payments. While some states will complete their payments by December 20, others, such as Florida and Texas, will continue issuing benefits through December 28. In contrast, some payments won’t arrive until January 2025. Here’s a breakdown of the states completing…

The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) has arrested 21-year-old Dionzai Parker, also known as “Moneybag Jefe,” on a bench warrant following his indictment on charges including conspiracy and first-degree murder while armed. Parker’s charges stem from the February 25, 2023, killing of Brice Djembissi, a Prince George’s County teacher and part-time Uber driver. The arrest was…

A man sustained critical injuries after being struck by a train at the Benning Road Metro Station on Tuesday afternoon, according to authorities. DC Fire and EMS (DCFD) responded to the incident at the Metro station in the 4500 block of Central Avenue NE around 4:41 p.m. In a post on X, the department confirmed…