Millions wrongly told they were approved for debt forgiveness
A Biden administration program forgiving up to $20,000 in student loans remains hung up in court.
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A Biden administration program forgiving up to $20,000 in student loans remains hung up in court.
The extension, up to June 30, 2023, will give the courts time to decide the fate of student loan cancellation.
This comes after the plan has been blocked by two separate federal court rulings.
The government also said in its response to the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals' decision to pause the program that the states do not have standing to intervene.
In their appeal, attorneys for several Republican-led states said the plan will irreparably harm their states' student loan programs.
President Biden announces new college-debt forgiveness site, calling it a "game changer for millions of Americans."
A student loan forgiveness program is helping people in public service jobs wipe away their debt, but those who qualify have just three weeks left to apply before the criteria gets much stricter.
Teachers and other public servants need to apply soon to ensure they are considered for a one-time waiver.
Only some types of debt are covered by the plan. Make sure your loans qualify ahead of the application.
As word spread across college campuses that President Biden was delivering the promised relief, reaction was mostly positive, but still mixed.
More than 40 million Americans may qualify, with income the main factor that determines who qualifies for relief.
The Biden administration extended the payment pause in April through August 31.
More than 43 million borrowers hold more than $1.6 trillion in federal student loan debt.
The pause had been slated to end May 1.
Tens of thousands of U.S. student loan borrowers defrauded by for-profit colleges are getting debt relief.
The Department of Education rejected 99 percent of applicants in the first 12 months of a revamped student loan forgiveness program.
Two women who claim they were defrauded by a for-profit college have sued the Education Department and a private loan servicer in a case their attorneys say could provide a new legal remedy for tens of thousands of students.
It's crunch time as families weigh financial aid offers from multiple colleges. And anxiety over the potential of going into six-figure debt can keep them awake for many a night.
The Department of Education has launched a new website to help people with student loans find a repayment option that best suits their needs.
A handful of senators struggled Thursday to hold together a bipartisan deal to keep student loan rates from doubling on July 1 while their colleagues traded political barbs with little more than a week to go before the deadline.
Americans took out more student and auto loans in September to boost consumer borrowing to a record level. But they cut back on credit card borrowing, a sign many remain cautious about taking on high-interest debt.
North Texan Joanne Pierre-Louie was thrilled to become the first in her family to graduate college. But, the American born daughter of immigrants was so focused on finishing -- that she neglected to calculate the real cost of a degree at the school of her dreams.
AAA advises travelers to book the earliest flight and reserve parking in advance to allow enough time for long lines.
The preliminary investigation determined that the driver and the victim were traveling eastbound on Northwest Highway when they lost control of their vehicle.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
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With playoff hopes fading, the Dallas Cowboys are primed to play spoiler against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 16.
AAA advises travelers to book the earliest flight and reserve parking in advance to allow enough time for long lines.
The preliminary investigation determined that the driver and the victim were traveling eastbound on Northwest Highway when they lost control of their vehicle.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
North Texas will enjoy mild weather on Sunday and Monday, but a First Alert Weather Day is in effect for Christmas Eve.
With playoff hopes fading, the Dallas Cowboys are primed to play spoiler against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 16.
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Ken Molestina fills in for Jack Fink this week as Texas outlines another strategy to handle security on the southern border. Collin County Elections Administrator Bruce Sherbet recently announced he's retiring and reflects on his time in the role in a conversation with Jack. Jack also spoke to Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney about the city's growth and new developments. (Original air date: December 22, 2024.)
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down in New York earlier this month, and there has been some celebration on social media of the suspected killer.
Over half of Americans see the drones that have been spotted over the East Coast as a threat to the U.S.
Trump's election is a big part of the positive outlook, especially for Republicans.
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With new foods, such as the "Drowning Taquitos" and the "Beso de Angel," Tony's Taco Shop owners say they don't take their success for granted.
Latinas in Tech DFW started back up last year after the pandemic. They have lots of opportunities for Latinas to network, connect, and learn new skills.
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A North Texas couple vetted and hired a local company for their move to Oregon, not knowing someone else would be taking their things.
Big solar companies oftentimes outsource on-the-ground sales efforts to third-party companies.
As more seniors fall victim to financial scams, citizens and lawmakers search for stronger consumer protections.
Following an I-Team investigation, Sunnova Energy is facing legal action from nearly a dozen Texas families.
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A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
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Many participants are amputees but the program also supports those with neurodivergent conditions, brain injuries, military injuries and more.
"The mystery has finally been solved," Congo's health ministry says, after an unidentified disease outbreak started killing mainly women and children in a remote region.
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.
The concept is simple: a menu with no prices. Guests pay what they can afford.
The new Fort Worth facility is expected to create hundreds of new jobs to help build long-range assault aircraft.
The Dallas City Council voted Wednesday to approve a contract which includes a $15 million upgrade to the convention center.
"The events are not a mismanagement of business, but an intentional act to deceive and deprive," an investigator said.
According to the report, 15,151 Texas workers are owed back wages.
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
"America's Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys" is coming to Netflix in 2025.
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Before they step on the field, the SMU Mustangs football team has to get through finals first.
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The lawsuit lays out Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni during their time working on "It Ends with Us."
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Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion Friday to dismiss his appeal for bail, meaning he will stay in jail until his trial on sex trafficking charges in May 2025.
This year, the team wanted to be sure more visitors could enjoy the trains.
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