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Student Loan Repayment Plans: A Fresh Start

March 27, 2025

The Education Department has reopened the online gateway for income-driven repayment plans for student loans. This move comes after a court decision in February that temporarily halted the Biden administration's Saving on a Valuable Education Plan and parts of other income-driven repayment plans. Th

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A Leader's Unexpected Departure: Jessica Aber's Legacy in Virginia

March 23, 2025

In a quiet neighborhood of Alexandria, Virginia, a shocking discovery was made. A woman, later identified as Jessica Aber, was found unresponsive in her home. She was only 43 years old. The news sent ripples through the legal community, as Aber was no ordinary resident. She had served as the U. S.

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Student Loans: A Battle Brewing Between Teachers and the Government

March 20, 2025

The American Federation of Teachers has taken legal action against the Department of Education. The lawsuit claims that the Department has halted access to income-driven repayment plans for student loans. This move goes against Congress's clear instructions for the Department to provide these plans.

opinion

Elon Musk's Government Shake-Up: A Recipe for Disaster

March 18, 2025

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been in operation for less than two months, but it's already causing significant problems. The public has witnessed a series of airplane safety issues, canceled appointments at the VA, long lines at national parks, and halted medical research. Many

finance

Student Loan Repayment Plans: What's Going On?

March 15, 2025

Student loan borrowers are facing a tough time right now. The Education Department has pulled down applications for income-driven repayment plans. This change has left many people confused and worried, especially those who have lost their jobs. These plans are supposed to make monthly payments more

education

Student Loans: The New Math

March 14, 2025

The recent changes to student loan policies have left many borrowers in a tough spot. Nearly 43 million Americans with federal student loan debt are now facing a significant increase in their monthly payments. This change comes as a result of the Trump administration's overhaul of the education sys

politics

Houston Loses a Legend: Sylvester Turner's Legacy Lives On

March 5, 2025

Sylvester Turner, a name synonymous with public service and leadership in Houston, has passed away at 70. The news came as a shock to many, announced by the current mayor, John Whitmire, at the start of a City Council meeting. Turner, who had been in Washington, D. C. , was rushed to the hospital on

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Joe Biden goes Hollywood

February 4, 2025

Joe Biden made a deal with CAA, the big entertainment agency. So now Biden gets treated like a celebrity. Biden and CAA were besties before. CAA wasn't shy about saying how proud they were for being a part of his team. Maybe this is part of Biden's journey to a new career after his big government

finance

A Career in City Finances: Elizabeth Holleb's Legacy

January 29, 2025

Elizabeth Holleb recently retired from her position as Finance Director of Lake Forest. She was honored by the City Council for her excellent work in making complex financial matters easy to understand. Holleb spent over a decade managing the city's finances, which has a budget of about $115 million

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Helping Moms in Rural China: Do Services and Policy Awareness Really Make a Difference?

January 29, 2025

Did you know that where you live can greatly affect your health knowledge and practices, especially for pregnant women in rural areas? Let's dive into a study that examined how well public services and policy awareness work in improving maternal health in northwestern China. This study basically ask