Biden administration extends student loan payment pause into 2023

The Biden administration’s federal student loan payment pause has been extended through June 30, 2023. Here’s what to do if you don’t qualify for relief.

Biden’s student loan forgiveness: A timeline of legal challenges facing the plan

Here’s a timeline of the legal challenges facing President Joe Biden’s student loan debt forgiveness plan, from the first lawsuit to the Nov. 14 injunction.

Bob Iger returns as Disney's CEO, replaces Bob Chapek

Bob Iger is back as CEO of The Walt Disney Company – a position he held for 15 years before stepping down in 2020, Disney announced late Sunday. Iger replaces former CEO Bob Chapek, who stepped down from the position.

Austin's Malvern Books set to close its doors on Dec. 31

Malvern Books, which opened in 2013, announced on social media that it will be closing on New Year's Eve, just a few months after the death of founder Joe Bratcher.

What is Small Business Saturday? The annual post-Thanksgiving push for consumers to buy from small businesses

Big retailers often have the spotlight when it comes to holiday shopping, but Small Business Saturday, which happens on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, gives small businesses some time in the spotlight. Here's what you should know about the annual shopping event.

Casa Blanke brings 'plant-forward' fare to Round Top, Texas

Casa Blanke is a brand-new restaurant in the heart of town offering healthy and vibrant breakfast and light lunch selections. Owned by Round Top First Lady Kasey Massey, the restaurant gets its name from her grandfather.

GM's newest business? Repairing Teslas

General Motors President Mark Reuss says the company's dealers are working on its rival's models.

Digital mortgages to enter a new, faster (and cheaper) era in year ahead

As the housing market slows, lenders will look to use more time investing in technology and making mortgages faster, easier and cheaper, according to one mortgage expert.

Americans shopping for auto insurance to save money, TransUnion report

While auto insurance shopping is down overall, more Americans are looking for new insurance in order to reduce costs, rather than as a result of a car purchase, TransUnion’s report showed.

Household debt surpasses $16.5T in Q3 amid inflation, rising demand: NY Fed report

Total household debt increased by more than $300 billion across credit cards, mortgages and more in the second quarter of 2022, according to the latest New York Fed report. Here's what you can do if you're struggling with debt.

Starbucks workers strike at more than 100 US stores

The walkouts on Thursday coincide with Starbucks’ annual Red Cup Day, which workers say is often one of the busiest days of the year.