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COVID-19 shots will be free for most, regardless of insurance

Wednesday, September 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The latest, updated COVID-19 vaccines should soon be available to everyone and offered largely free of cost, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Health authorities recommend that everyone over the age of 6 months should get the shot, which is... Read More.

White House to push private insurance companies to cover mental health care

Tuesday, July 25 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- President Joe Biden's administration plans to try to force private insurance companies to offer the same coverage for mental health services as they do for physical health services, improving upon a well-known hole in America's health care system, according to the White... Read More.

State Farm will no longer accept applications for homeowners insurance in California, citing wildfire risk

Sunday, May 28 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- One of the largest insurance agencies in the country will no longer accept applications for home and business insurance in California due to wildfire risks and the cost of rebuilding.State Farm has ceased new applications, including all business and personal lines property... Read More.

Uvalde school district’s insurance paying legal fees of lawsuits

Saturday, April 15 by ABC News

(UVALDE) -- Lawyers representing former Uvalde school police chief Pete Arredondo in multiple lawsuits stemming from the massacre last year at a Texas elementary school are being paid by the Uvalde school district's insurance carrier, the district confirmed Friday."We are not writing checks for... Read More.

Millions will lose health insurance starting Saturday. But they might not know it.

Saturday, April 1 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Millions of people will begin to lose their health insurance on Saturday, as five states begin the unwinding of a pandemic-era protection that kept people from being removed from the Medicaid rosters.During the public health emergency, states were required to keep... Read More.

Yes postpones European & U.K. Relayer tour due to insurance issues

Friday, March 17 by ABC News

Yes will not be bringing their Relayer tour overseas as planned. The band just announced they are postponing their European and U.K. tour “due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the band’s control.”“Yes and their management have explored every possible avenue to arrange insurance cover for the... Read More.

What to know about FDIC insurance and how your money is protected

Monday, March 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The sudden collapse of two regional U.S. banks in three days has some Americans wondering if their bank could be next.President Biden addressed the nation Monday morning to reassure Americans — "Your deposits will be there when you need them" —... Read More.

Obesity drugs often aren’t covered by insurance. Experts say this limits access, increases disparities.

Tuesday, February 28 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Dr. Deborah Horn wants to give her patients with obesity the best possible care. But too often, the conversation in appointments isn't focused on picking the best treatment options, which sometimes includes anti-obesity medication.Instead, the conversations are focused on cost and... Read More.

Car insurance rates to rise 8.4% in 2023: Report

Wednesday, January 11 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As cooling inflation offers consumers much-needed relief, many car owners are in for a rude awakening when insurance renewal arrives this year, a new report found.Car insurance rates are expected to increase by 8.4% across the U.S. in 2023, the largest... Read More.

Next steps for victims of Hurricane Ian, from insurance claims to FEMA aid

Friday, September 30 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Hurricane Ian has passed through Florida, leaving a path of destruction in its wake as it now targets the Carolinas.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called the impacts and damage from the storm "historic" based on initial assessments."There's going to be a lot... Read More.

Hurricane Ian could cripple Florida’s home insurance industry

Thursday, September 29 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Hurricane Ian could cripple Florida's already-fragile homeowners insurance market. Experts say a major storm like Ian could push some of those insurance companies into insolvency, making it harder for people to collect on claims.Since January 2020, at least a dozen insurance... Read More.

Now Is The Time To Obtain Flood Insurance

Wednesday, September 28 by Ted Buehner

If you live in a flood prone area and do not already have flood insurance, now is the time to get flood insurance. Homeowner and commercial insurance policies typically do not cover flood damage. The Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner has a... Read More.