Federal court terminates Biden-era student loan plan affecting millions nationwide
Federal appeals court officially ends Biden's SAVE student loan plan, reportedly impacting 7 million borrowers who must now seek alternative repayment options.
US layoff announcements ease in February after elevated cuts in prior month
U.S. layoffs dropped 55% in February to 48,307 job cuts after elevated January numbers, offering relief amid ongoing economic uncertainty and rising costs.
The typical American worker has just $955 saved for retirement, study shows
The typical American worker lags behind Fidelity retirement guidelines, with education and race creating stark disparities in financial preparedness.
Latino Wall Street founder hosts star-studded gala at Mar-a-Lago, awards Argentina's Milei top honor
Gabriela Berrospi is on a mission to eradicate poverty through Latino Wall Street. At her star-studded Mar-a-Lago gala, she explains why "automation" and "patience" are the keys to generational wealth.
Trump administration to delay wage garnishment from student loan borrowers in default
The Department of Education will delay its plans to resume garnishing the wages of student loan borrowers in default while it works on additional program reforms.
Education secretary pushes to restore love of country ahead of 250th anniversary
Education Secretary Linda McMahon launches a nationwide push to restore patriotism in schools ahead of America's 250th birthday celebration in 2026.
New York parents say kids 'freeze' on mandated electric school buses during brutal winter weather
Parents in western New York report heating problems with mandated electric school buses, claiming children come home cold after rides in freezing weather.
Trump administration serves a final blow to end Biden's SAVE student loan program
Biden's student loan forgiveness "scheme" is officially terminated after the Trump administration reached a legal agreement with Missouri to end the SAVE plan permanently.
US investigating Waymo after footage captures self-driving cars illegally moving past school buses in Texas
The federal safety agency NHTSA investigating Waymo's autonomous vehicles after 20 citations for illegally passing stopped school buses in Austin, Texas.
Screen-free childhood movement spreads as parents seek device alternatives
Parents across the U.S. are joining The Balance Project to replace children's screen time with outdoor play, bike rides and real-world experiences that build confidence.
Recent college grads are losing their edge in the job market, study shows
The unemployment gap between college and high school graduates has reached its lowest level in decades, according to a new report from the Cleveland Fed.
Palantir CEO Alex Karp blasts Ivy League grads supporting socialist Mamdani
Alex Karp speaks out against elite education after Zohran Mamdani becomes New York City's first socialist mayor in nearly a century with Ivy League support.
California billionaires face proposed one-time wealth tax
The proposed “2026 Billionaire Tax Act" would impose a one-time 5% tax on California billionaires’ net worth to replace billions in lost federal funding for the state's Medicaid program.
Chegg cuts 45% of staff as AI reshapes online learning business
Chegg cuts 45% of workforce as AI disrupts online learning platform. Santa Clara company eliminates 388 jobs amid declining traffic and revenue challenges.
Students learn skills of restoring vintage cars in one-of-a-kind program at Kansas college
Students interested in restoring classic cars can pursue a unique bachelor's degree in automotive restoration at McPherson College in Kansas.
Brown to cut 48 jobs, scrap 55 open positions following federal pressure, student’s exposé of Ivy League bloat
Brown University eliminated 103 positions following federal budget pressures and a student's exposé of unnecessary administrative staff at the university.
Charlie Kirk’s connection to small Michigan college
Hillsdale College confirms Charlie Kirk completed about 30 free online courses before his death on September 10, prompting student vigils and support calls.
Trade schools facing shortage in qualified instructors as student interest in trades careers grows
As student demand for skilled trades education increases, schools nationwide are struggling to hire experienced instructors, forcing school districts to get creative.
Families flock to top-rated school districts at a price, Realtor.com says
Summer home buyers showed strong interest in suburban school districts outside major cities, balancing quality education with more affordable housing costs.
Rolling back in-state tuition for illegal immigrants continues to be a Republican focus
23 states plus DC offer in-state tuition to undocumented students, but Texas recently ended its 25-year policy after legal agreement with Justice Department.



















