Biden to announce new student loan forgiveness proposals
This round of Biden's student loan forgiveness proposals targets the interest that adds up over time on student loans.
This round of Biden's student loan forgiveness proposals targets the interest that adds up over time on student loans.
Borrowers who took out $12,000 or less in loans and have been in repayment for at least 10 years could get their debt erased.
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.
The number of people seeking help on the platform to pay student loans has exploded over the last year, the crowdfunding site says.
As student loan repayments restart in October, the Biden administration said 125,000 people with student loans will have their debt erased.
Student loan borrowers facing problems with their servicer shouldn't have to repay their debt until the issues are resolved, 19 state attorneys general say.
Michigan officials say the website will include tips, resources, and assistance to student loan borrowers.
Americans with student loan debt need to begin repaying their loans again after a hiatus of more than three years.
Scammers are seizing on "chaos and confusion" ahead of the resumption of student loan repayments, one expert warned.
Biden administration officials say the new federal program could cut monthly loan payments for 20 million people.
After a three-year hiatus, interest on student loans begins piling up again on Friday, with payments due in October.
Some borrowers who had enrolled in income-driven repayment plans will start getting their debt discharged this week.
Only one-third of borrowers are aware that loan repayments will restart in October, a new survey found.
Many graduates aren't earning enough to even pay down their interest, causing loans to snowball.
The new income-driven repayment plan could cut borrowers' monthly payments in half, while some could see their monthly payments go down to $0.
"We'll use every tool at our disposal to get you the student debt relief you need to reach your dreams," President Biden said.
The debt ceiling deal includes a provision to end the pandemic-related federal student loan payment pause
Some education experts see the plan as a more powerful tool to make college affordable than the proposal to slash or eliminate student debt for 40 million Americans, which is before the Supreme Court.
Langdon, who most recently served as General Manager of the New Orleans Pelicans from 2019-24, will report to Pistons owner Tom Gores.
If you love mushrooms but hate the high price some of those gourmet mushrooms can go for, you're in luck.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Tyson suffered a medical emergency on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles last weekend due to an ulcer flare up, his representatives said.
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy fired embattled Chief Financial Officer William Smith on Friday.
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy fired embattled Chief Financial Officer William Smith on Friday.
Langdon, who most recently served as General Manager of the New Orleans Pelicans from 2019-24, will report to Pistons owner Tom Gores.
A second dairy farm worker in Michigan has contracted bird flu, and health experts are weighing in since this is the first case in the U.S. to involve acute respiratory symptoms.
If you love mushrooms but hate the high price some of those gourmet mushrooms can go for, you're in luck.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Starting at $54,000, the 300-horsepower vehicle with standard supercruise and high-end audio equipment is up for purchase late this year.
The CEO of the Ram and Dodge brands and the unofficial voice of American muscle cars is retiring from Stellantis after nearly 32 years.
Anyone who has gotten behind a wheel knows that feeling of being stuck at a red light, researchers are working on ways to reduce those instances. One of the ways is through changing traffic signals.
United Auto Workers union members at Stellantis' Warren Stamping Plant voted on Monday to authorize a strike over health and safety concerns.
Members of UAW Local 869 are scheduled to vote on May 6 over safety concerns at the plant.
Jennifer Lopez was set to embark on a 30+ city tour to promote her new album "This is Me…Now," which dropped in February.
Jacob Lassiter, 13, from Livonia has been a fan of game shows since he was a child, and he dreamed of one day becoming a contestant. That dream is finally becoming a reality.
Wactor was shot and killed when he interrupted three suspects in the midst of a catalytic converter theft in downtown LA early Saturday morning, according to family members.
It's Memorial Day weekend, and a lot is happening in Detroit. But downtown Detroit is seeing a lot of people, mainly for the Movement Music Festival.
Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer on Friday upheld an indictment charging Baldwin with one count of involuntary manslaughter in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in 2021.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Tyson suffered a medical emergency on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles last weekend due to an ulcer flare up, his representatives said.
Marian Robinson, the mother of former first lady Michelle Obama, has died at the age of 86, her family announced Friday.
Costco hasn't raised the cost of its popular hot dog and soda combo in nearly 40 years, and it's not about to now, a senior exec says.
Almost one in five survey responders had lost a family member or close friend to a drug overdose, researchers found.
Almost one in five survey responders had lost a family member or close friend to a drug overdose, researchers found.
The U.S. has ordered 4.8 million doses of vaccine to target bird flu in case the outbreak spreads in people.
A second dairy farm worker in Michigan has contracted bird flu, and health experts are weighing in since this is the first case in the U.S. to involve acute respiratory symptoms.
Lawmakers are considering two bills that wouldn't prevent people from using illegal drugs but aim to improve harm reduction tactics in Michigan.
A second case of H5 influenza, also known as bird flu or avian influenza, was detected in another Michigan farmworker, marking the second human case in Michigan, and the third in the country.
Langdon, who most recently served as General Manager of the New Orleans Pelicans from 2019-24, will report to Pistons owner Tom Gores.
Tyson suffered a medical emergency on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles last weekend due to an ulcer flare up, his representatives said.
Former Detroit Lions defensive lineman and current Kansas City Chief Isaiah Buggs turned himself in to the Tuscaloosa County Jail on Thursday on misdemeanor animal cruelty charges.
Jack Flaherty allowed one hit over 6 2/3 innings, Akil Baddoo, Riley Greene and Gio Urshela hit home runs and the Detroit Tigers beat the Boston Red Sox 5-0.
Detroit City FC continues its four-match road trip in Louisville on Wednesday against Louisville City FC in a rematch of the 2023 USL Championship Eastern Conference Semifinals
Hoekstra, who was endorsed by Trump for the Republican leadership position in February over incumbent Kristina Koramo, talked about the faction of the party still loyal to her.
Bud Denker, chairman of the Detroit Grand Prix, appears and talks about the upcoming race later this month, which will mark its second year on the streets of downtown Detroit.
The winner of the Republican and Democratic August primaries will face off in the general election.
The roundtable discusses mobility and the importance of marque events like the 2024 NFL Draft, the Detroit Auto Show and more.
By the time this presidential race is over, Biden, Trump and their entourages may not need Michigan driver's licenses, but they'll know their way around and where the orange barrel construction zones are enough to void them on their way to campaign events.
Nissan is urging the owners of about 84,000 older vehicles to stop driving them because their Takata air bag inflators have an increased risk of exploding in a crash and hurling dangerous metal fragments.
If you love mushrooms but hate the high price some of those gourmet mushrooms can go for, you're in luck. Morel mushrooms are a highly coveted mushroom in Michigan that you can find right in your backyard.
Pride Month officially kicks off on June 1. This year, the FBI is warning of increased threats of terrorism during Pride Month celebrations.
Showers arrive for a portion of the weekend, but it doesn't mean you'll need to cancel outdoor plans.
We take a look at what's next for former President Donald Trump after his conviction on 34 felony counts in a "hush money" trial.