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.
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The Biden administration said it's erasing debt for people who attended the for-profit Art Institutes, which shut down in September.
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
The White House is turning to other methods to erase student debt after the Supreme Court blocked its broader effort to forgive loans.
This round of Biden's student loan forgiveness proposals targets the interest that adds up over time on student loans.
The FBI earlier said there was no "there is no specific or credible information to suggest there are ties to terrorism."
The prohibition was one of many side issues included in the mammoth $1.2 trillion package to fund the government through September.
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 Supreme Court heard a free speech case involving the Biden administration's efforts to pressure social media companies to remove what it said was false information.
More than 100,000 Michiganders voted 'uncommitted" during Tuesday's Democratic Primary in protest of President Joe Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas war.
"Americans should feel confident that inflation will come down to levels that will no longer really be noticeable or worrisome to them," Yellen told CBS News.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott returned to the Eagle Pass border with more than a dozen GOP governors Sunday to talk about illegal migrant crossings.
President Biden's State of the Union address will be the final such speech before the 2024 presidential election.
Novi native Paul Whelan remains in a Russian prison.
The meeting between President Biden and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will take place just days after a Democratic bill with billions in aid for Ukraine and Israel failed to clear the Senate.
The move comes as President Biden's request for a nearly $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security is languishing in Congress.
Paul Whelan, an American businessman, has been wrongfully detained in Russia since 2018, and his brother is calling on President Joe Biden to get him released.
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.
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud and U.S. Rep Rashida Tlaib are criticizing the Biden Administration following the hospital explosion in Gaza City.
When United Auto Workers went on strike against General Motors four years ago, Joe Biden and Donald Trump took very different approaches.
The White House said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau will develop new regulations that would prevent unpaid medical bills from being counted on credit reports.
A government shutdown is growing more likely to happen as lawmakers haven't reached an agreement to pass a short-term funding bill, and the deadline is approaching.
President Joe Biden's administration will launch the first-ever American Climate Corps Wednesday, the White House said, a workforce training and service initiative aimed at preparing American youth for jobs in clean energy and climate resilience.
Some borrowers who had enrolled in income-driven repayment plans will start getting their debt discharged this week.
Borrowers are now facing double whammy after high court rules against Biden administration's student loan forgiveness program.
Concert giant promises more transparent pricing for consumers as the Biden administration cracks down on"junk" fees.
A 64-year-old man was taken to Detroit Receiving Hospital for treatment of burns suffered during an industrial accident on Monday.
Nearly 1,000 pounds of marijuana was seized as Shelby Township police handled one of the largest drug smuggling investigations in their community's history.
The high winds are causing headaches at Detroit Metro Airport as well as some of the nation's busiest airports, as dozens of delays and cancellations were reported on Monday.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
A Michigan man was convicted in connection with the 2023 murder of his pregnant wife, according to the Michigan Attorney General's Office.
Dearborn Heights police confirmed that the call was routed to them at about 12:26 p.m. on March 12, around the same time as the attack in West Bloomfield.
The vice president last visited Michigan in September 2025.
A 64-year-old man was taken to Detroit Receiving Hospital for treatment of burns suffered during an industrial accident on Monday.
Michigan's U.S. Senators have requested a response within 30 days from the National Weather Service.
Nearly 1,000 pounds of marijuana was seized as Shelby Township police handled one of the largest drug smuggling investigations in their community's history.
The United Auto Workers says that Detroit Diesel is adding a third shift, recalling laid-off workers and hiring dozens more people.
AAA says motorists are paying an average of $3.53 a gallon for regular unleaded gas in the United States.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
Short film director Sam Davis gave a shout out to his Michigan hometown when accepting an Oscar award on Sunday.
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
The high winds are causing headaches at Detroit Metro Airport as well as some of the nation's busiest airports, as dozens of delays and cancellations were reported on Monday.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
The vice president last visited Michigan in September 2025.
Michigan's U.S. Senators have requested a response within 30 days from the National Weather Service.
A person believed to be the ex-wife of the suspect in the attack at Michigan's Temple Israel told authorities that the suspect was "not stable" ahead of the attack, according to a 911 call obtained by CBS News Detroit.
A second resident of Washtenaw County is suspected to have measles, as health officials continue an investigation about potential cases and exposure sites.
A measles case has been confirmed in Washtenaw County, with health officials investigating when and where others may have been exposed in Southeast Michigan.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Patrick Kane scored twice for Detroit to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time goals list for NHL players born in the U.S. and lead the Red Wings to a 5-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
The top 16 seeds in the 68-team women's NCAA field will host first- and second-round games, with the regional rounds being played at two neutral sites for the fourth straight year.
The Detroit Pistons were topped by the Raptors 119-108 on Sunday. Brandon Ingram had a game-high 34 points for Toronto.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
The Boilermakers won the Big Ten Tournament for the first time since 2023 and the third time overall.
Gardner White opened doors in Detroit in 1912, and the retailer continues to expand with nine new stores planned this year.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
Corewell Health nurses have been voting on a strike authorization, with the decision to be announced. Vice President JD Vance will visit Michigan on Wednesday. Those headlines, other top stories and weather are in our news brief.
The Pentagon says more than 200 U.S. service members have been injured and at least 13 were killed in the Middle East during the last two weeks. CBS News has a recap of the headlines from Washington D.C.
Partly sunny, with a high near 30 today. West northwest wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. An arctic airmass keeps conditions cold today with wind chills to around 0 degrees this morning for most the area. Scattered light lake effect snow showers and flurries continue today. The good news, a warming trend mid to late week will take temps back up to the 50's.
The Hazel Park School board appears to table the decision to buy out the superintendent's contract during a meeting on Monday.
Three people who were killed in a crash early Monday morning in Detroit have been identified as Wayne State University students, university officials said.