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Education Department plans to lay off 1,300 employees as Trump vows to wind the agency down
Associated Press
The Education Department plans to lay off over 1,300 of its more than 4,000 employees as part of a reorganization that’s seen as a prelude to President Donald Trump’s plan to dismantle the agency.
Education Department executive order could be issued as soon as today
CBS News
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order directing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to begin the process of dissolving the Department of Education, despite the challenges of requiring congressional approval for full elimination.
White House Extends Repayment Freeze For 8 Million Student Borrowers
CBS News
Federal student loan payments for about 8 million Americans will stay on hold for at least another six months, the U.S. Department of Education confirmed on Monday.
Supreme Court Won't Reinstate Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Plan For Now
CBS News
The Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to reinstate the Biden administration's latest plan to cancel student debt for millions of borrowers, leaving them in limbo while the appeals process plays out.
Biden Administration Is Forgiving $1.2 Billion In Student Debt For 153,000 Borrowers, Here's Who Qualifies
CBS News
The Biden administration on Wednesday said it is automatically forgiving $1.2 billion in student debt for 153,000 borrowers. Loan holders whose debt will be discharged will receive an email from President Joe Biden today informing them of the forgiveness, the Department of Education said.
Elementary Principal With Drag Persona Resigns In Wake Of OSDE Investigation
News 9
John Glenn Elementary School Principal Shane Murnan—who has a drag queen persona—is resigning, according to State Supt. Ryan Walters.
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Biden Admin Is Forgiving $9 Billion In Debt For 125,000 Americans
CBS News
The Biden administration said it is forgiving $9 billion in student debt for 125,000 borrowers, a move that comes as student loan repayments are starting up again this month after a hiatus of more than three years.
Biden Admin Is Forgiving $9 Billion In Debt For 125,000 Americans
CBS News
The Biden administration said it is forgiving $9 billion in student debt for 125,000 borrowers, a move that comes as student loan repayments are starting up again this month after a hiatus of more than three years.
Student Loan Forgiveness Scams Surge As Payments Set To Resume In October
CBS News
Scammers are trying to prey on some of the 44 million Americans who are set to start making their first payments in more than three years. "If someone tries to charge you up front, before they've done anything, that's your first clue that this is a scam," the FTC noted. "And nobody but a scammer will ever offer you quick loan forgiveness."
Student Loan Forgiveness Scams Surge As Payments Set To Resume In October
CBS News
Scammers are trying to prey on some of the 44 million Americans who are set to start making their first payments in more than three years. "If someone tries to charge you up front, before they've done anything, that's your first clue that this is a scam," the FTC noted. "And nobody but a scammer will ever offer you quick loan forgiveness."
New Student Loan Repayment Plans Could Cut Monthly Payments For 20 Million Borrowers
CBS News
The new repayment plan, called the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, will be available to many borrowers with loans held by the Education Department. However, eligibility will depend on the type of loan a borrower has.
New Student Loan Repayment Plans Could Cut Monthly Payments For 20 Million Borrowers
CBS News
The new repayment plan, called the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, will be available to many borrowers with loans held by the Education Department. However, eligibility will depend on the type of loan a borrower has.
More Than 800,000 Student Loan Borrowers Are Getting Billions Of Dollars In Debt Forgiveness This Week
CBS News
The one-time account adjustment comes after the Biden administration last month announced it would forgive student loans for 804,000 borrowers with a combined $39 billion in federal student loan debt. These borrowers have been in income-driven repayment (IDR) plans for more than 20 years and "never got the credit they earned" under IDR plans, the White House said in a statement Monday.
More Than 800,000 Student Loan Borrowers Are Getting Billions Of Dollars In Debt Forgiveness This Week
CBS News
The one-time account adjustment comes after the Biden administration last month announced it would forgive student loans for 804,000 borrowers with a combined $39 billion in federal student loan debt. These borrowers have been in income-driven repayment (IDR) plans for more than 20 years and "never got the credit they earned" under IDR plans, the White House said in a statement Monday.
Conservative Groups Sue To Block Biden Plan Canceling $39 Billion In Student Loans
Associated Press
Two conservative groups are asking a federal court to block the Biden administration’s plan to cancel $39 billion in student loans for more than 800,000 borrowers.
Conservative Groups Sue To Block Biden Plan Canceling $39 Billion In Student Loans
Associated Press
Two conservative groups are asking a federal court to block the Biden administration’s plan to cancel $39 billion in student loans for more than 800,000 borrowers.
Biden Administration To Forgive $39 Billion In Student Loan Debt For 800,000 Borrowers
CBS News
More than 800,000 borrowers with $39 billion in federal student loans will get their debt forgiven, the Biden administration said on Friday.
Biden Administration To Forgive $39 Billion In Student Loan Debt For 800,000 Borrowers
CBS News
More than 800,000 borrowers with $39 billion in federal student loans will get their debt forgiven, the Biden administration said on Friday.
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Money Talk: Student Debt Payments Resuming
News On 6
Student loan payments will be starting up again as a part of the debt ceiling deal reached in early June. The Education Department says interest will start on September 1, and payments will be due starting in October. Financial expert Paul Hood with Hood CPAs joined News On 6 to help answer questions about the resumed payments.
Money Talk: Student Debt Payments Resuming
News On 6
Student loan payments will be starting up again as a part of the debt ceiling deal reached in early June. The Education Department says interest will start on September 1, and payments will be due starting in October. Financial expert Paul Hood with Hood CPAs joined News On 6 to help answer questions about the resumed payments.
Biden's New Student-Loan Plan Could Cost $361 Billion — Twice What The Administration Estimates
CBS News
The Biden administration's backup plan for tackling student debt could cost twice as much as the government estimates, according to a new analysis. That projection comes as the White House's main debt-relief initiative — a program to forgive up to $20,000 in student loans per borrower — remains mired in legal limbo.
Biden's New Student-Loan Plan Could Cost $361 Billion — Twice What The Administration Estimates
CBS News
The Biden administration's backup plan for tackling student debt could cost twice as much as the government estimates, according to a new analysis. That projection comes as the White House's main debt-relief initiative — a program to forgive up to $20,000 in student loans per borrower — remains mired in legal limbo.
Feds Propose ‘Student Loan Safety Net’ Alongside Forgiveness
Associated Press
The White House is moving forward with a proposal that would lower student debt payments for millions of Americans now and in the future, offering a new route to repay federal loans under far more generous terms.
Feds Propose ‘Student Loan Safety Net’ Alongside Forgiveness
Associated Press
The White House is moving forward with a proposal that would lower student debt payments for millions of Americans now and in the future, offering a new route to repay federal loans under far more generous terms.
High Court To Rule On Biden Student Loan Cancellation Plan
Associated Press
The Supreme Court agreed Thursday to decide whether the Biden administration can broadly cancel student loans, keeping the program blocked for now but signaling a final answer by early summer.
High Court To Rule On Biden Student Loan Cancellation Plan
Associated Press
The Supreme Court agreed Thursday to decide whether the Biden administration can broadly cancel student loans, keeping the program blocked for now but signaling a final answer by early summer.
What To Know If You’ve Applied For Student Loan Forgiveness
Associated Press
President Joe Biden’s plan to provide up to $20,000 in federal student loan forgiveness has been blocked by two federal courts, leaving millions of borrowers wondering what happens next. The administration plans to appeal. Here’s what to know if you’ve applied for relief:
What To Know If You’ve Applied For Student Loan Forgiveness
Associated Press
President Joe Biden’s plan to provide up to $20,000 in federal student loan forgiveness has been blocked by two federal courts, leaving millions of borrowers wondering what happens next. The administration plans to appeal. Here’s what to know if you’ve applied for relief:
Applications For Student Loan Forgiveness No Longer Accepted
Associated Press
The Biden administration is no longer accepting applications for student loan forgiveness after a second federal court shut down the program.
Applications For Student Loan Forgiveness No Longer Accepted
Associated Press
The Biden administration is no longer accepting applications for student loan forgiveness after a second federal court shut down the program.
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LIVE UPDATES: Wildfire outbreak in western and central Oklahoma
Carrie Winchel
Conditions have ramped up dramatically, bringing some of the most extreme fire weather risks we’ve seen since 2005.
LIVE UPDATES: Wildfire outbreak in western and central Oklahoma
Carrie Winchel
Conditions have ramped up dramatically, bringing some of the most extreme fire weather risks we’ve seen since 2005.
Wildfire evacuation shelters in Oklahoma
Carrie Winchel
The American Red Cross has set up the following shelters for Oklahomans affected by Friday's wildfires. Here is a complete list.
Wildfire evacuation shelters in Oklahoma
Carrie Winchel
The American Red Cross has set up the following shelters for Oklahomans affected by Friday's wildfires. Here is a complete list.
Wildfire injuries in Oklahoma: 2 burned in Lincoln County
Carrie Winchel
Lincoln County officials confirm to News 9 that 2 people were burned in a wildfire at 870 Road and 3420 Road.
Wildfire injuries in Oklahoma: 2 burned in Lincoln County
Carrie Winchel
Lincoln County officials confirm to News 9 that 2 people were burned in a wildfire at 870 Road and 3420 Road.
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LIVE UPDATES: Wildfire outbreak in western and central Oklahoma
Carrie Winchel
Conditions have ramped up dramatically, bringing some of the most extreme fire weather risks we’ve seen since 2005.
Wildfire evacuation shelters in Oklahoma
Carrie Winchel
The American Red Cross has set up the following shelters for Oklahomans affected by Friday's wildfires. Here is a complete list.
Wildfire injuries in Oklahoma: 2 burned in Lincoln County
Carrie Winchel
Lincoln County officials confirm to News 9 that 2 people were burned in a wildfire at 870 Road and 3420 Road.
Authorities block off area near Lake Thunderbird as fires burn homes
Destini Pittman
Authorities have blocked off the area near 108th Avenue Southeast and Post Oak as crews work to contain fires.
Wildfire evacuation order in Stillwater, instructions from emergency managers
Carrie Winchel
Stillwater officials have issued an evacuation order for several areas in the city, as wildfires threaten property.
Fire Destroys two homes in Northwest OKC
Destini Pittman
Two homes are destroyed following a fire in northwest Oklahoma City.
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