Student loan defaults surging in wake of COVID-tied payments pause expiration
Defaults on student loans have surged across the United States, reaching record levels as borrowers struggle to keep up with payments.
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Defaults on student loans have surged across the United States, reaching record levels as borrowers struggle to keep up with payments.
Loan revamp affects how much students and families can borrow to pay for college, as well as their repayment options.
An anonymous donor is helping cover student loan debts for nurses at Paoli and Lankenau hospitals in Pennsylvania.
Proposed Department of Education rule could deny loan forgiveness to borrowers whose employers are found to be illegally "undermining national security and American values."
The Education Department has temporarily paused loan forgiveness for an income-based repayment plan. Here are the details.
New law reduces the number of federal student loan repayment options and caps how much individuals can borrow for higher education.
Massive delays and uncertainty about where certain payment plans stand are causing anxiety for some student loan borrowers.
With the Department of Education this month resuming collections on student loans, millions of Americans are at risk of having their wages garnished.
TransUnion, one of the three major credit bureaus, found that one in five student loan borrowers is at risk of defaulting.
The U.S. Department of Education says that starting May 5, it'll begin collecting payments for student loans that are in default.
Nearly 10 million borrowers could be in default within a few months, according to the department.
Trump administration effort to wind down the Education Department could lead to frustration for millions of student loan borrowers, experts say.
As the president continues his push to close the Department of Education, many are wondering what comes next for financial aid and student loans.
Starting next year, CMU's "Pathway Program" will offer new and returning undergraduates free tuition or tuition without federal student loans.
Student loan payments for people enrolled in the Biden administration's SAVE plan will remain on hold for at least six more months.
The 12-month grace period for student loan borrowers ended Sept. 30. The "on-ramp" period helped borrowers struggling to make payments avoid the risk of defaulting and hurting their credit score.
About 1 in 10 people with student loans have gotten debt relief, according to the Biden administration.
More than $345 million in debt will be forgiven for about 18,000 Pennsylvanians who attended The Art Institutes.
The White House is turning to other methods to erase student debt after the Supreme Court blocked its broader effort to forgive loans.
President Joe Biden unveiled a new plan that comes after the Supreme Court ruled against his previous debt-forgiveness program.
This round of Biden's student loan forgiveness proposals targets the interest that adds up over time on student loans.
Earlier this week, the Biden administration announced $1.2 billion in forgiveness for 153,000 borrowers.
Receiving financial aid can be the difference in whether some attend college or not, making the application process critical.
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.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Labor Day in Pittsburgh kicked off Monday morning with the city's annual Labor Day Parade.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are partnering with Pittsburgh Public Schools to give every student two free tickets to upcoming preseason games.
Congressman Chris Deluzio says he's thinking about running against Sen. John Fetterman in the 2028 Democratic primary in Pennsylvania.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Congressman Chris Deluzio says he's thinking about running against Sen. John Fetterman in the 2028 Democratic primary in Pennsylvania.
Andy Williams, a popular professional wrestler known as "The Butcher," died after collapsing during an independent show in the Pittsburgh area.
With summer winding down, hummingbirds are about to head south, so here's how you can say goodbye.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Congressman Chris Deluzio says he's thinking about running against Sen. John Fetterman in the 2028 Democratic primary in Pennsylvania.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Lawmakers could also vote on condemning socialism and censuring GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
With proposed 50% tariffs on the table, the cost of new and used cars could increase by thousands in the near future.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
You can help support the Ronald McDonald House's mission during Ronald McDonald Digital Day.
It was just about a year ago that Marlon Wayans was in Pittsburgh promoting the new Scary Movie, and this weekend, he's back for 5 shows at the Pittsburgh Improv!
We're spotlighting some of the best pizza places around Pittsburgh, and we kick things off with breakfast pizza from Dagny's Eatery!
The Acrisure Stadium Kickoff and Rib Festival is back, and Robby is live, giving us a preview of all the barbecue-fueled fun!
Why are David and Heather wearing giant hats?! That answer … and YOUR questions for the Friday Free for All
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital.
Pennsylvania health officials said an out-of-state person tested positive for measles and may have exposed others at a Pennsylvania Turnpike service plaza in Westmoreland County.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are partnering with Pittsburgh Public Schools to give every student two free tickets to upcoming preseason games.
Paul Skenes pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings for his first win since July 19 to lead the Pirates over the Angels 1-0.
Yusei Kikuchi pitched six scoreless innings and earned his first win of the season as the Los Angeles Angels beat the Pirates 6-1 on Saturday.
Rocco Becht threw for 271 yards with four touchdowns and No. 18 Penn State beat Marshall 45-0 to begin the Matt Campbell era.
Mason Heintschel threw seven touchdown passes, tying the school record to lead Pittsburgh to a 59-14 win against Miami (Ohio) on Saturday.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
Stay on top of local weather with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast!
A Pittsburgh-area mother is sharing her story after she says her daughter was exposed to measles at UPMC Children's Hospital. KDKA-TV's Mamie Bah shares more.
Watch as Ray Fittipaldo and Jeff Hathhorn join KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani for another round of sound on this edition of the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown!
KDKA-TV's Robby Incmikoski and 93.7 The Fan's Jeff Hathhorn discuss the sports topics of the day.
Heather is showing us a recipe for a pierogi and kielbasa sheet pan dinner.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
