Forgiving student debt may cost $400 billion, agency says
Forecast from Congressional Budget Office estimates extending repayment pause will cost another $20 billion.
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Forecast from Congressional Budget Office estimates extending repayment pause will cost another $20 billion.
Approximately 2 million Pennsylvanians would receive nearly $22 billion in student loan relief through President Biden's forgiveness plan.
Scammers are out in full force, looking to take advantage of borrowers as President Biden's loan forgiveness plan begins to roll out.
Ryan joined Republicans and a handful of Democrats in criticizing the president's executive order to erase federal student loan debt.
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.
This afternoon, the president is expected to make an announcement on student debt relief. KDKA's Briana Smith has the details so far.
This afternoon, the president is expected to make an announcement on student debt relief. KDKA's Briana Smith has the details so far.
Here's what we know so far about who could benefit if the President takes steps to cancel more student loan debt.
The pause on student loan payments is set to expire at the end of the month.
The Biden administration extended the payment pause in April through August 31.
We're talking with CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger about student debt and advice for recent college grads and their parents.
Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over the best course of action.
The governor wants state lawmakers to use unspent American Rescue Plan dollars to fund the program.
The Biden administration plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31, extending a moratorium that has allowed millions of Americans to postpone payments during the coronavirus pandemic, according to an administration official familiar with the White House's decision-making.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians will get nearly $67 million in debt canceled after a settlement with one of the nation's largest student loan servicers.
The Wolf administration is warning about a surge in student loan forgiveness scams.
In his first 24 hours in office, President Joe Biden got down to business in the Oval Office.
Attorney General Josh Shapiro has shut down a student loan forgiveness scam, which has to repay $74,000 to Pennsylvanians.
A new settlement will result in debt relief for nearly 1,500 former ITT Tech students in Pennsylvania.
Pa. Attorney General Josh Shapiro met with students on the University of Pittsburgh's campus Friday to talk about solving student debt.
More than 12,000 Pennsylvania students are getting total loan forgiveness for money lent to them by the Career Education Corporation.
Several hundred University of Pittsburgh students blocked evening rush hour traffic Thursday in Oakland to protest the rising cost of tuition and student debt.
Signing an executive order Monday afternoon, President Barack Obama stretched out the repayment of federal student loans -- capping repayments at 10 percent of monthly income -- and he called on Congress to do more to help.
The Trump administration has reinstated the legal status of a Carnegie Mellon University student from China who lost it weeks ago.
The Salvation Army of Western PA estimates that upwards of 60,000 pounds of donated clothes and shoes will need to be thrown away.
The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Friday.
Virginia Giuffre, who spoke out against Jeffrey Epstein and Britain's Prince Andrew, "was a fierce warrior in the fight against sexual abuse and sex trafficking," her family said.
A Washington County man has pleaded guilty to his 12th DUI.
The mom of Steelers first round pick Derrick Harmon has died, KDKA-TV confirmed.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are slated to make six picks over the three-day NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
The Trump administration has reinstated the legal status of a Carnegie Mellon University student from China who lost it weeks ago.
Pope Francis will be laid to rest Saturday at an ancient church in Rome following a funeral Mass at the Vatican. Here's what to know and how to watch.
The Salvation Army of Western PA estimates that upwards of 60,000 pounds of donated clothes and shoes will need to be thrown away.
The Trump administration has reinstated the legal status of a Carnegie Mellon University student from China who lost it weeks ago.
The Trump admin ordered public schools, universities and private employers to get rid of DEI programs or lose federal funding.
Pittsburgh's mayoral race is being fueled by dark money — unlimited amounts of cash spent by PACs on TV attack ads and mailers.
Affordable housing has been one of the issues central to the Democratic primary race for mayor of Pittsburgh.
The U.S. Department of Education says that starting May 5, it'll begin collecting payments for student loans that are in default.
A house unlike any other you've likely seen is for sale in Pine Township.
The Trump administration's tariffs mean items shipped from China will soon cost consumers much more, experts say.
A recent survey shows summer 2025 is shaping up to be the season of exploration.
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
A covert camera at the Penn Hills Post Office led to federal criminal charges against Steven Goldwire.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
We got to see the finished product of the PTL office makeover!
"Anastasia" is about to take over a local stage and we got a sneak peek of the performance. This segment was sponsored by the LIncoln Park Performing Arts Center.
Daniel Hill was here with some exercises that'll give everyone a little more ease on the tennis court.
Daisy was live for the first look at the high-energy return of Supercross at Acrisure Stadium.
Questions are being raised about an aging emergency vehicle fleet in Pittsburgh.
When a local company owner heard what happened, he said he wanted to make it right.
Some Jeannette residents say raw sewage has been flooding down their street for at least a week.
A mom says she's now forced to take on the role of caregiver for her 23-year-old son.
A couple in West Mifflin fears the contractor they hired for a home improvement job might never return.
This weekend, you'll have the chance to dispose of your expired and unused drugs in a safe manner.
An animal tranquilizer is the new drug on the street in Pittsburgh.
As we approach the end of April, we're shining a spotlight on Cesarean Awareness Month. We were joined by local author Ruth Fleury, who wrote "Strength in Every Scar: A Mother's C-Section Recovery."
This Wellness Wednesday, we are addressing an issue that's affecting so many Americans: fentanyl. Dr. Natalie Gentile and Dr. Liz Zona joined us for this important conversation.
A wave of purple and a powerful show of strength is about to take over Pittsburgh. We sat down with a pancreatic cancer survivor and a doctor to talk about the Purple Stride and how you can step up and be a part of it.
The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Friday.
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Tommy Pham reportedly made an obscene gesture to a fan who touched him.
The mom of Steelers first round pick Derrick Harmon has died, KDKA-TV confirmed.
After getting recalled earlier in the day, Gorski hit a home run in his first MLB at-bat, something that hasn't been done in more than a decade.
Supercross is returning to Pittsburgh this weekend for the first time in over 40 years.
A house unlike any other you've likely seen is for sale in Pine Township.
Mercer County is thinking outside the box to grow its population and economy.
The Pittsburgh host committee has people in Green Bay looking at what goes into the NFL Draft.
The new location in Regent Square will be opening on May 2.
The owner of 1989 Vintage and Thrift says Construction Junction recycled her idea of an on-site thrift store.
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Rock icon Bryan Adams has announced new North American dates for his ongoing "Roll With The Punches" 2025 tour.
The Steelers are among the four teams as part of a first-of-a-kind collaboration between the NFL and Hasbro toys.
A casting call is out for extras needed when the Hershey biopic comes to film in Pittsburgh.
Mulaney, a three-time Emmy Award winner, rose to fame through his writing career on "Saturday Night Live."
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Kristin Emery's forecast!
The Trump administration has reversed the termination of student visas. Here's what it means for one Carnegie Mellon University student.
Steelers fans reacted on Friday night to the team drafting Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson in the third round.
The Salvation Army of Western PA estimates that upwards of 60,000 pounds of donated clothes and shoes will need to be thrown away.
Thanks to a pair of friends, the community can earn certification as a drone operator.
The KDKA kids took over Pittsburgh Today Live and Talk Pittsburgh on Take Your Child to Work Day!
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.
