2025 U.S. Income, Poverty and Health Insurance

The U.S. Census Bureau announced that real median household income was $87,460 in 2025, the highest on record dating back to 1967.

The official poverty rate fell 0.5 percentage points to 10.2% in 2025. The following 2025 findings were not statistically different from 2024: the Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM) rate in 2025 was 13.1% and in 2025, 26.7 million people (7.9%) were uninsured for the entire year, according to the 2026 Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement (CPS ASEC).

These findings come from three Census Bureau reports, “Income in the United States: 2025,” “Poverty in the United States: 2025” and “Health Insurance Coverage in the United States: 2025.”

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Pennsylvania Man Arrested on Felony Child Sex Assault Charges

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is America’s frontline: the nation’s largest law enforcement organization and the world’s first unified border management agency. The 70,000+ men and women of CBP protect America on the ground, in the air, and on the seas. We enforce safe, lawful travel and trade and ensure our country’s economic prosperity. We enhance the nation’s security through innovation, intelligence, collaboration, and trust.

PHILADELPHIA – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers arrested a Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, man on Saturday at Philadelphia International Airport who was wanted on multiple felony sex crimes, including rape of a child.

CBP officers arrested Dev Poudel, 50, after he arrived on a flight from Doha, Qatar, and turned him over to Upper Allen Township, Pennsylvania, Police Department detectives.

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Route 70 Closure Scheduled For Saturday

Route 70 westbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured tomorrow night at Cuthbert Boulevard/CR 636 in Cherry Hill, Camden County. In addition, the right lane on Cuthbert Boulevard/CR 636 northbound will be closed just past Route 70.

Beginning at 9 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, September 19 until 9 a.m. Sunday, September 20, Route 70 westbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured between the ramps to and from Cuthbert Boulevard/CR 636 northbound, which will remain open. The closure is necessary for the demolition of a culvert located underneath the center lane. The following detour will be in place:

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Steven Scott Reeves, 62, of Maple Shade

Steven S. Reeves, age 62, of Maple Shade, NJ, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, with his family by his side.

Born on September 26, 1963, in Pennsauken, NJ to the late Charles Rodney Reeves and Roberta Ann Reeves (nee Schmidt). Steve grew up in Maple Shade and was a graduate of Maple Shade High School.

He was the owner and operator of NLC Transit Trucking Co. For over 30 years, he traveled the roads as a dedicated truck driver, working hard and eventually becoming a proud business owner. Steve was a man that enjoyed the freedom of the open road on his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He will be remembered as a hardworking man who lived life his own way. Steve was a dedicated father and he loved spending time with his children and grandkids.

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Winslow Township Man Convicted for Sexual Abuse of Child

Camden County, NJ – A jury has convicted a Winslow Township man for sexually abusing a child over the course of several years, announced Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.

Bryan Sisco-Downs, 39, was found guilty on September 3, 2026, of two counts of first-degree Aggravated Sexual Assault, three counts of second-degree Sexual Assault, and two counts of second-degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child. The verdict was returned after a two-week jury trial in Camden County Superior Court.

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Michael J. Bowe, 76, of Audubon

Michael J. Bowe, 76, of Audubon, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on September 14, 2026.

Born on November 4, 1949, Mike was raised in Gloucester City, a place that remained an important part of his identity throughout his life. He attended St. Mary’s school and Gloucester Catholic High School, and carried his South Jersey roots with him wherever life took him.

Mike was the beloved son of the late Thomas J. Bowe and Dorothy Butler Bowe. Devoted husband of the late Deborah “Debbie” Bowe. He was the brother of Dorothy “Dottie” Zeccola, Thomas Bowe, and the late Edward M. Bowe, Sr., and Jack Bowe. His family also included Dorothy’s “Dotties” children, nephew, James Boyle Jr., niece Tamra “Tammy” Berry, his sister-in-law Susan Ann Leblang, niece Debra Ann Leblang, goddaughter Lauren Sieber Jessen, and brother-in-law Anthony “Ace” Durso, along with many nieces, nephews, extended relatives, lifelong friends, colleagues, and the many people whose lives crossed his through radio, music, Gloucester City, and the South Jersey community.

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Beyond the Pink Ribbon: 6 Breast Cancer Questions UT MD Anderson Experts Can Answer

by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Experts from the nation’s No.1-ranked cancer center weigh in on dense breasts, personalized treatment, prevention, aggressive disease, and life after breast cancer.

Newswise — Breast Cancer Awareness Month brings plenty of reminders about mammograms. But for many women, the questions go well beyond when to get screened.

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Daniel Mathias Ulbin, 71, formerly of Gloucester City

Daniel “Danny” Ulbin, age 71, of Williamstown, New Jersey, formerly of Gloucester City, passed away on September 12, 2026. Born on February 14, 1955, in Woodbury, NJ, he was the son of the late William Ulbin and Elizabeth Ulbin.

Dan was a 1973 graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School, where he was a member of the 1972 state championship basketball team.

Dan is also a proud member of UA Local 322 Plumbers and Pipefitters for 49 years. Outside of his work, Dan was an avid fisherman who found great peace and relaxation being out on the water on his boat. Over the years, he enjoyed spending his summers in Cape May and Wildwood with his many friends and family, fishing and spending time around the marina. Above all, his greatest joy was his family. He treasured spending time with his granddaughters, staying deeply involved in their lives and sports activities. He was also proud to host his annual Christmas seafood fest with his family every year.

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Philly’s Top Halloween Bar Opens for Spooky Season

Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia’s top Halloween bar is back even bigger, bolder and more immersive than ever. Craftsman Row Saloon, at 112 S. 8th Street, is excited to announce the anticipated return of their award-winning Halloween pop-up experience – Nightmare Before Christmas: The Enchanted Nightmare. Guests are invited to wander through a haunted forest, have their fortune told by candlelight and step into a world where their favorite scary movies – and the spooky whimsy of The Nightmare Before Christmas – come to life. On the Halloween menu of food additions look for Frankenberger, Vampire Burger, Oktoberfest Burger, Spookghetti and Meatballs, Candy Apple Turkey BLT, Ms. Argentina (Dorito crusted chicken sandwhich), Smoked Queso Skillet, Spiderweb Chips and Guac, Boo-Schetta and Harvest Moon Salad. From the bar, look for a special menu of potions and cocktails including Candytini, Web of Nightmares, Toxic Treat, Bloody Nightcap, Pumpkin Marg, Midnight Mezcal, Vampire Bite, Witches Goblet, Forbidden Apple, Bloodbag, and much more.

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Veronica “Ronnie” White, 87, of Sicklerville

In the loving care of her family, Ronnie (nee Murphy) passed peacefully on September 13, 2026, at the age of 87, at home in Sicklerville, NJ. She was the cherished wife of the late James White, with whom she shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. She was the loving mother of James (Miriam) and Lucille (predeceased Steve).

Ronnie was born and raised in Gloucester City, NJ and attended Gloucester High School. She worked many years as a cashiering clerk for FiServ in Philadelphia, PA. She was a longtime member of St. Mary’s Church in Gloucester City, where her faith and community were an important part of her life.