Biden is forgiving $6.1 billion in student debt for 317,000 people
The Biden administration said it's erasing debt for people who attended the for-profit Art Institutes, which shut down in September.
The Biden administration said it's erasing debt for people who attended the for-profit Art Institutes, which shut down in September.
Just figuring out what it costs to get a college degree can deter some people from going to school, a new study suggests.
President Joe Biden unveiled a new plan that comes after the Supreme Court ruled against his previous debt-forgiveness program.
About 78,000 people will receive an email from President Joe Biden telling them that their loans are canceled. Here's what to know.
The Department of Education will automatically forgive student debt for borrowers who meet a few conditions. Here's who.
President Biden said that of the borrowers who can get their loans forgiven, nearly 44,000 are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others who are eligible for forgiveness after working 10 years of public service.
This latest $4.8 billion in relief brings the grand total of approved debt cancellation by the administration to $132 billion for over 3.6 million Americans.
As student loan repayments restart in October, the Biden administration said 125,000 people with student loans will have their debt erased.
Some borrowers who had enrolled in income-driven repayment plans will start getting their debt discharged this week.
The new income-driven repayment plan could cut borrowers' monthly payments in half, while some could see their monthly payments go down to $0.
Students enrolled in the for-profit school between 2006 and July 1, 2020, will get their debt automatically forgiven.
One part of plan for tackling student debt could spur more people than expected to join program, analysis says.
The Department of Education's website now informs borrowers: "Student loan debt relief is blocked."
The program had already been on hold since the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals issued a temporary stay last month.
More than 40 million Americans may qualify, with income the main factor that determines who qualifies for relief.
Most of the benefit of erasing college loans would go to households earning below $88,000, new analysis finds.
One teen who's still inside the silo is seriously injured and now responders from several agencies are at the silo near the town of Deer Trail, about 50 miles east of Denver.
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
The painter, sculptor and printmaker created work that was hailed as landmarks of the minimalist and post-painterly abstraction art movements.
On Saturday morning, five families from across Colorado gathered at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science for a celebration of resilience and courage.
The suspect is accused of getting into a car in Highlands Ranch and forcing the driver at gunpoint to drive to Englewood, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office said.
One teen who's still inside the silo is seriously injured and now responders from several agencies are at the silo near the town of Deer Trail, about 50 miles east of Denver.
On Saturday morning, five families from across Colorado gathered at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science for a celebration of resilience and courage.
The suspect is accused of getting into a car in Highlands Ranch and forcing the driver at gunpoint to drive to Englewood, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office said.
A Colorado husband and wife have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a multi-state, multi-million dollar corruption scheme that also put three Arkansas state legislators behind bars.
For this week's Dining Out With Larry episode, restaurant promoter Larry Herz thought Adelitas Cocina y Cantina would be the perfect spot to highlight this week ahead of Cinco de Mayo celebrations.
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CBS News Colorado Reporter Olivia Young explains how newborn calves are helping with fire prevention in Sterling Ranch.
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CBS News Colorado Reporter Michael Abeyta spoke to members of a motorcycle club that held its annual Pride Ride in celebration of Cinco de Mayo.
In Colorado, there are about twice as many children in need as there are foster families to house them. The imbalance is caused, in part, by a federal law enacted in 2018.
Hundreds of Coloradans gathered outside the state Capitol to honor the Denver Broncos legend after Gov. Jared Polis declared May 3 as Randy Gradishar Day.
The Nuggets are getting ready for their first game of the Western Conference Semifinals this weekend, and there's now one more way Denver fans can get excited.
Coach Michael Malone said he's worried about how Denver will score against Minnesota's stellar defense.
The 2024 Kentucky Derby was the 150th running of the high-profile race.
Former Broncos cornerback Chris Harris Jr. announced his retirement from the NFL after 12 seasons. Harris played nine seasons with the Broncos and made the Pro Bowl four times with the team.
"Sunday Morning" has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the country singer's first post-stroke song, "Where That Came From," which blends art with artificial intelligence in a recording that captures Travis' country heart.
The painter, sculptor and printmaker created work that was hailed as landmarks of the minimalist and post-painterly abstraction art movements.
An adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CBS News that "the end of the war will come with the end of Hamas in Gaza."
In one find, a K-9 officer helped police find over a dozen fish buried in the sand and hidden behind logs and brush piles.
The hostage and cease-fire talks have taken on new urgency amid a looming Israeli ground invasion of Rafah, in southern Gaza.
Health leaders and elected officials in Adams County and throughout Colorado are working to improve testing amid a spike in the potentially deadly disease over the last six years.
Many communities of color are advocating for cleaner air, water, and land in their communities. Their push for environmental justice could soon see significant progress. According to research released earlier this year in the Environmental Science and Technology journal, Denver's communities of color breathe dirtier air than white residents.
With just five days left in the legislative session, property tax relief is still up in the air. A bill drafted two weeks ago has been scrapped, and lawmakers are scrambling to put a new relief package together.
The hostage and cease-fire talks have taken on new urgency amid a looming Israeli ground invasion of Rafah, in southern Gaza.
Two bills making their way through the legislature in the final days would change what kind of liquor grocery stores are allowed to sell and how much you pay for it.
Health leaders and elected officials in Adams County and throughout Colorado are working to improve testing amid a spike in the potentially deadly disease over the last six years.
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
For more than 20 years, Denver Health has hosted its annual drive-through baby shower, collecting newborn baby gear for families.
Jackson is a patient ambassador for Children's Hospital Colorado. He and his mother are now advocating for research that could save his life.
Stress is hard to avoid, but experts say getting outdoors can have a positive impact on both our mental and physical health.
Audit firm BF Borgers allegedly failed to comply with accounting standards and fabricated audit documentation, regulators claim.
Two bills making their way through the legislature in the final days would change what kind of liquor grocery stores are allowed to sell and how much you pay for it.
U.S. unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.9% in April, continuing a stretch of remaining under 4% for 27 months.
Job site Indeed identified the top 10 most sought-after job candidates by employers and recruiters. Here's what they found.
Blue Agave Grill opened its doors in 2016 and then the pandemic hit. The restaurant thought it would have a record-breaking year after the pandemic, but then construction on the 16th Street Mall began in the spring of 2022.
"Happiness, peace, and dreams aren't for other communities. These goals are accessible to us as well," one grant recipient said. "I was so proud, because I realized in that moment I was breaking a cycle."
Investors are now closely watching what is happening in the Iran-Israel conflict in the Middle East because of its impact on their investments.
Eating a healthy, balanced diet when money is tight can be tough. And it's no secret that food costs have skyrocketed within the past year. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, food costs in 2023 rose 5.8%.
A Denver nonprofit that works with communities to plant trees and improve parks is having a special giveaway, providing trees for free and at a discount.
You've probably noticed recently the amount or quantity in a package of food or house supplies is decreasing, while the price is increasing.