Breaking News

More () »

Memphis News & Weather | Memphis, TN | WATN - localmemphis.com

Taxes

Yes, the tax deadline for people who filed extensions is on Oct. 16

Settlements

Yes, Capital One class action settlement payment emails are real

VERIFY viewers asked if emails they recently received from ‘EpiqPay’ are legitimate. Here’s how to be sure you’re not getting scammed.
Shutdown

Yes, retired federal workers would still be paid during a government shutdown

Several VERIFY readers have asked if federal retirees would get their pensions during a government shutdown. Here’s what we found.
Government

Retired federal workers would still be paid during a government shutdown

Federal retirees, including military veterans, will still get retirement checks during a shutdown. Social Security won’t be affected, either.
Shutdown

Yes, food stamps could run out during a government shutdown

The USDA predicts that SNAP and WIC benefits in some areas could run out in as little as a few days if the government shuts down.
Shutdown

Yes, you are still responsible for paying your student loans during a government shutdown

Student loan repayments will resume in October — and interest will continue to accrue — even if the federal government shuts down.
Shutdown

Yes, veterans will still get disability, pension benefits during government shutdown

While much of the government will run out of funding without a new budget, several veterans programs are still funded for another year.
Shutdown

During a shutdown, veterans will still continue to get their benefits

While much of the government will run out of funding without a new budget, several veterans programs are still funded for another year.
Shutdown

Who gets paid during a government shutdown: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Do members of Congress and the president get paid during a shutdown? What about other federal workers? VERIFY answers 5 top questions.
Government

Government Shutdown 2023: What’s open and closed?

We VERIFY if post offices, airports, national parks and museums will remain open or closed during a government shutdown, and whether you can get a passport.
Government

Every federal worker impacted by the shutdown will get paid eventually

Do members of Congress and the president get paid during a shutdown? Do furloughed federal workers get back pay? VERIFY answers your top questions.
Settlements

Yes, the FTC Fortnite settlement is real

You could get some money back if you or your child bought in-game Fortnite items. The FTC said the game’s payment system was confusing and led to surprise charges.