Biden admin says 3.6M borrowers are closer to student loan forgiveness through IDR reform
The Education Department is changing its policy around income-driven repayment (IDR) forgiveness, according to a press release.
The Education Department is changing its policy around income-driven repayment (IDR) forgiveness, according to a press release.
Biden signs Earth Day order to protect old-growth forests from wildfire
Old-growth trees are key buffers against climate change and absorb significant amounts of carbon dioxide that contribute to global warming.
Old-growth trees are key buffers against climate change and absorb significant amounts of carbon dioxide that contribute to global warming.
Kevin McCarthy audio: House GOP leader said he would urge Trump to resign
Contradicting his recent claims, McCarthy told GOP lawmakers after the Capitol riot that he would urge then-President Donald Trump to resign, according to audio posted online.
Contradicting his recent claims, McCarthy told GOP lawmakers after the Capitol riot that he would urge then-President Donald Trump to resign, according to audio posted online.
Audio: McCarthy said he would urge Trump to resign
House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy told fellow GOP lawmakers shortly after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection that he would urge then-President Donald Trump to resign, according to audio posted by The New York Times and aired on Rachel Maddow's MSNBC show.
House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy told fellow GOP lawmakers shortly after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection that he would urge then-President Donald Trump to resign, according to audio posted by The New York Times and aired on Rachel Maddow's MSNBC show.
Armenian History Month: What has changed since President Biden recognized the genocide?
It's been exactly a year since the genocide was recognized by the United States. Many people called it a huge milestone, but they say a lot of work still needs to be done but Biden's recognition was a huge step forward.
It's been exactly a year since the genocide was recognized by the United States. Many people called it a huge milestone, but they say a lot of work still needs to be done but Biden's recognition was a huge step forward.
Amber Heard's relationship to Johnny Depp exposed in court: What to know about the 'Aquaman' actress
Born Amber Laura Heard on April 22, 1986, to Paige Parsons and David Heard, she grew up outside of Austin, Texas, in Manor.
Born Amber Laura Heard on April 22, 1986, to Paige Parsons and David Heard, she grew up outside of Austin, Texas, in Manor.
Biden announces $800M in new military aid to help Ukraine fight Russian invasion
The new military assistance includes heavy artillery, ammunition and drones for Ukraine. Biden also said all Russian-affiliated ships would be barred from U.S. ports.
The new military assistance includes heavy artillery, ammunition and drones for Ukraine. Biden also said all Russian-affiliated ships would be barred from U.S. ports.
Elon Musk says he has $46.5B in financing ready to buy Twitter
Elon Musk says he has lined up $46.5 billion in financing to buy Twitter, and he's trying to negotiate an agreement with the company.
Elon Musk says he has lined up $46.5 billion in financing to buy Twitter, and he's trying to negotiate an agreement with the company.
Tesla offering jobs to Manor ISD graduates leading to full-time employment
Manor ISD says that Tesla provides graduates the opportunity to launch a career by participating in a seven-week program at Austin Community College leading to full-time employment.
Manor ISD says that Tesla provides graduates the opportunity to launch a career by participating in a seven-week program at Austin Community College leading to full-time employment.
Video shows Matthew McConaughey leading sing-along at Moody Center
Actor and University of Texas Minister of Culture Matthew McConaughey spoke at the ribbon-cutting for Moody Center and encouraged the crowd to "bless the mood."
Actor and University of Texas Minister of Culture Matthew McConaughey spoke at the ribbon-cutting for Moody Center and encouraged the crowd to "bless the mood."
Federal mask mandate appeal depends on CDC, Biden administration says
Major airlines and airports in places like Dallas, Atlanta, Los Angeles and Salt Lake City quickly switched to a mask-optional policy.
Major airlines and airports in places like Dallas, Atlanta, Los Angeles and Salt Lake City quickly switched to a mask-optional policy.
Biden more open to canceling student debt 'than ever before,' Schumer says
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer continues to fight for student loan cancelation, saying Biden is now more open to it that ever before.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer continues to fight for student loan cancelation, saying Biden is now more open to it that ever before.
City of Austin weighs $1,000 a month guaranteed income program for struggling residents
The City of Austin is looking at giving 85 people $1,000 each month. It's part of a Guaranteed Income program they're testing out to help struggling residents.
The City of Austin is looking at giving 85 people $1,000 each month. It's part of a Guaranteed Income program they're testing out to help struggling residents.
President Biden reportedly tells Obama he’s seeking re-election in 2024
Despite low approval ratings, President Joe Biden reportedly told former President Barack Obama of his intentions to seek re-election in 2024.
Despite low approval ratings, President Joe Biden reportedly told former President Barack Obama of his intentions to seek re-election in 2024.
Tesla stockholders ask judge to silence Elon Musk in fraud case
In court documents filed Friday, lawyers for the Tesla shareholders alleged that Musk is trying to influence potential jurors in the lawsuit.
In court documents filed Friday, lawyers for the Tesla shareholders alleged that Musk is trying to influence potential jurors in the lawsuit.
25 injured, 76 buildings lost due to tornado in Bell County
Gov. Greg Abbott spoke in Salado about the state's response to the severe weather and tornadoes that tore through the area.
Gov. Greg Abbott spoke in Salado about the state's response to the severe weather and tornadoes that tore through the area.
Here's how much the Bidens paid in taxes for 2021
It’s the second straight year Biden has released his tax returns from the White House, reestablishing a tradition that presidents make their filings public after President Donald Trump declined to do so.
It’s the second straight year Biden has released his tax returns from the White House, reestablishing a tradition that presidents make their filings public after President Donald Trump declined to do so.
Easter Egg Roll returns after 2-year, COVID-induced hiatus
The first lady, a teacher, is calling it the “Egg-ucation Roll," aides said, and is turning the South Lawn into a school community with a variety of educational stations.
The first lady, a teacher, is calling it the “Egg-ucation Roll," aides said, and is turning the South Lawn into a school community with a variety of educational stations.
Top U.S. border official says busing migrants out of Texas complicates federal officials’ jobs
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection commissioner said Gov. Greg Abbott isn’t coordinating with the agency as Texas sends migrants far from their immigration proceedings.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection commissioner said Gov. Greg Abbott isn’t coordinating with the agency as Texas sends migrants far from their immigration proceedings.
Twitter adopts 'poison pill' defense in Elon Musk takeover bid
Twitter said Friday that its board of directors has unanimously adopted a “poison pill” defense in response to Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s proposal to buy the company and take it private.
Twitter said Friday that its board of directors has unanimously adopted a “poison pill” defense in response to Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s proposal to buy the company and take it private.