How to find out if you're eligible for federal student loan relief
President Biden has canceled up to $20,000 in federal student loan debt for eligible Americans. Here's how you can find out if you qualify.
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President Biden has canceled up to $20,000 in federal student loan debt for eligible Americans. Here's how you can find out if you qualify.
The plan calls for $10,000 to be forgiven and $20,000 if someone received a Pell Grant.
President Joe Biden announced a plan on Wednesday to forgive some student loan debt to millions of borrowers.
Here's what we know so far about who could benefit if the President takes steps to cancel more student loan debt.
Most financial aid administrators expect an extension of the current moratorium.
President Biden is signing the Inflation Reduction Act, making it officially a law, on Tuesday.
Marc Fogel's family believes the U.S. government should make every effort to help.
Joe Manchin, whose resistance had long derailed sweeping legislation on those issues, abruptly revealed the agreement in a press release.
President Biden still plans to propose a steep funding increase for police.
The White House said he is experiencing very mild symptoms.
President Biden is considering declaring a public health emergency to help free up resources to protect and promote abortion access.
The proposed regulations would protect borrowers by saving them time, money and frustration.
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol revealed new insight into what happened that day during its prime-time hearing Thursday night. Here are six things we learned from the first in a series of scheduled public hearings.
U.S. Capitol Police officer Caroline Edwards spoke about her experience on Jan. 6 during the prime-time hearing held Thursday night by the House select committee investigating the attack. Edwards described the injuries she sustained during the assault, and the "war scene" and "carnage" she saw on Capitol grounds that day. Watch her remarks here.
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol released a graphic video timeline of the assault during Thursday night's prime-time hearing. The timeline showed never-before-seen video of the assault, including attacks on police officers and rioters storming the building. Watch the video here. Warning: This video includes violence and explicit language.
Rep. Liz Cheney, the vice chair and one of two Republicans on the House Jan. 6 committee, delivered opening remarks during the prime-time hearing held Thursday night. The hearing is designed to show the American public what the committee has learned so far about the Capitol riot and former President Donald Trump's role. Watch Cheney's remarks here.
The committee's chairman, Rep. Bennie Thompson, opened the prime-time hearing held Thursday night by squarely placing responsibility for Jan. 6 at the feet of former President Trump. The hearing is designed to show the American public what the committee has learned so far about the riot and former President Donald Trump's role. Watch Thompson's remarks here.
Biden called for restoring the limits on the sale of assault-style weapons and high-capacity magazines, among other things.
President Biden said now is the time to act, and local activists agree.
The move uses the full power of the federal government to help address the shortage.
After production resumes, Abbott has said it will take at least eight weeks to begin shipping new product to stores.
It is a program that could effectively make tens of millions of households eligible for free service.
President Joe Biden announced new regulations on ghost guns, drawing criticism and praise on both sides of the gun debate.
President Joe Biden will visit Ohio next week to discuss the $1 trillion infrastructure law he signed last November.
The Biden family's newest White House member has ties to the Pittsburgh area.
A 3-year-old died after being hit by a riding lawnmower in Elizabeth Township.
Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family were at the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg when a fire broke out just after 2 a.m. State police said they're investigating it as arson.
A Pittsburgh-area nonprofit is dedicated to helping pigs in the community.
There is a chance that severe storms may occur this week, and some low temperatures can lead to frosty conditions.
The blood drive, which is being held in Freeport on Saturday and Sunday at Laub Hall, benefits local patients.
A 3-year-old died after being hit by a riding lawnmower in Elizabeth Township.
Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family were at the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg when a fire broke out just after 2 a.m. State police said they're investigating it as arson.
A Pittsburgh-area nonprofit is dedicated to helping pigs in the community.
The annual KDKA Fish Fry Guide is back for Lent! Check our listings for a 2025 fish fry near you in Pittsburgh.
There is a chance that severe storms may occur this week, and some low temperatures can lead to frosty conditions.
Gov. Josh Shapiro and his family were at the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg when a fire broke out just after 2 a.m. State police said they're investigating it as arson.
The Trump administration could release files on the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy — the U.S. health secretary's father — within days, after decades of public fascination about the killing.
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
The lawsuit against the Trump administration says the Education Department's halt of promised aid for schools will force cuts to vital services.
Having the city's major nonprofits make payments in lieu of taxes is a goal that has eluded several of Pittsburgh's mayors.
The lawsuit seeks to stop the defendant from doing business in Pennsylvania, along with consumer restitution and civil penalties.
While they feel the tariffs could help their industry, they could still do some damage.
Even with the news of a pause on certain tariffs, grocers in Pittsburgh are bracing for price hikes amid the uncertainty.
Staff at a UPMC lab in Penn Hills discovered a problem late last week, sending shock waves through a community of patients.
As tariffs continue to be levied by President Donald Trump, Pittsburgh small businesses are already starting to see some signs of strain.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Alright Yinzers, mark your calendars. 4-1-2 Day in Pittsburgh is on Saturday and Daisy got all the details on what's in store.
David and Heather got to try what's considered the best sandwich in Pittsburgh, as voted on by the community! Thyme Machine's "The Morty" was voted as the winner of NextPittsburgh's best sandwich in Pittsburgh 2025 bracket.
Katie visited one of the two final participants in our PTL Talk Pittsburgh Fish Fry Bracket and Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church Fish Fry on the South Side.
Patrick Wilson stuck around to play a game of "What Happens Next" with us to see how much he remembers from some of his most iconic roles.
A couple in West Mifflin fears the contractor they hired for a home improvement job might never return.
The sudden passing of Dr. Carl Medgaus has many patients scrambling, having paid thousands for treatments they'll never receive.
Electronic card skimmers are a perfect match for color, texture and size and they only take seconds to snap into place.
Not everyone getting checks from Pennsylvania's rental rebate program is seeing the money, KDKA Investigates uncovered.
A Caliber Collision auto body shop is being built in Murrysville, but for one couple, it's right in their backyard.
Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.
Elizabeth Lindsay was in a motorcycle accident back in August and was in the fight of her life. Months later, she's recovered, but wanted to thank those who helped her.
Cabot butter is being recalled across seven states over concerns that it could contain coliform, a bacteria found in fecal matter.
For many women, varicose and spider veins can leave people feeling self-conscious about their legs. Dr. Natalie Gentile was here to answer our questions about spider veins and what causes them.
Staff at a UPMC lab in Penn Hills discovered a problem late last week, sending shock waves through a community of patients.
Elly De La Cruz hit his second career grand slam, Andrew Abbott allowed a run over five innings in his season debut, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2.
The Pittsburgh Penguins rallied from two goals down and beat the New Jersey Devils 4-2 on Friday night.
Jeimer Candelario hit a two-run homer to help Brady Singer and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-3.
Wednesday was a homecoming at PPG Paints Arena for Plum native Pat McAfee.
Fresh off serving as an associate GM at the 4 Nations Face-Off, Dubas will serve as GM at the 2025 IIHF World Championships.
Microsoft says it's "slowing or pausing" some data center construction, including a $1 billion project in Ohio.
The 29 vehicles in a Rolls-Royce and Bentley museum outside Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, are getting the best of care in their golden years.
While they feel the tariffs could help their industry, they could still do some damage.
Having the city's major nonprofits make payments in lieu of taxes is a goal that has eluded several of Pittsburgh's mayors.
Independence Health is cutting 81 jobs this week as part of a larger downsizing.
It's Kennywood's earliest opening day since 1931.
The 29 vehicles in a Rolls-Royce and Bentley museum outside Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, are getting the best of care in their golden years.
"Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" star Eric Dane said he is still able to work and will return to the HBO drama.
Wednesday was a homecoming at PPG Paints Arena for Plum native Pat McAfee.
Joe Manganiello posed for photos with the dire wolf puppies that Colossal Bioscience says they've brought back from extinction.
This week's edition of Intersections with Lisa Smith
A Pittsburgh-area nonprofit is dedicated to helping local pigs.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
The family of Trump assassination attempt victim Corey Comperatore is keeping his memory alive this weekend and helping those in need with a blood drive in his name. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer shares more.
Get the latest weather updates with First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
KDKA-TV is sad to report that retired host and weather forecaster Jon Burnett died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
A fast-moving clipper system is proving Punxsutawney Phil correct this Sunday late afternoon/early evening with some freezing rain/drizzle and light wet snow making roads north of Route 422 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike slippery.
