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Why is ‘Dancing With the Stars’ on Monday this week?
By Michelle Rivera
Key Social Security deadline looms for people wanting to learn new benefits early
Michelle Rivera
Michelle Rivera
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Michelle, an Ohio State University graduate, has spent over six years focusing on community issues in Cleveland, including social justice and local initiatives. She has previously written for NPR's local affiliates, where she honed her storytelling skills to highlight diverse community voices.
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Social Security benefits are increasing 3.6% in 2027. For most people, higher checks will hit accounts in January, though Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive their first cost-of-living adjustment checks in late December, due to the New Years Day holiday.
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