Student loan forgiveness: What to know if you've applied for relief

President Joe Biden’s plan to provide up to $20,000 in federal student loan forgiveness has been blocked by two federal courts. So what happens now?

Collier Regional Library unveils newest family place library
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The spaces are special areas within existing libraries in Houston that offer interactive early literacy materials, games, toys, and books.

Teachers, parents say HISD school's decision to lock front gate during drop off is dangerous, unsafe
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Teachers and parents are upset with Houston ISD after Forestbrook Middle School's decision to change where kids can be dropped off in the mornings. Many are calling the new area dangerous and unsafe.

Biden's student loan forgiveness plan on hold following appeals court decision

President Joe Biden’s plan to forgive student loan debt for millions of borrowers lost another battle in court on Monday when a federal appeals court panel agreed to a preliminary injunction halting the program while an appeal plays out.

3 Angleton High School seniors 'Making the Grade'
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Three Angleton High School seniors are shining on and off the volleyball court. They're all ranked top in their class while also leading their team.

College scholarship fair happening Friday
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The organization Infinite Scholars has been working for nearly two decades to help provide opportunities for students to further their educations. Learn more about a scholarship fair on Friday.

Biden’s student loan forgiveness program struck down by Texas federal judge

President Joe Biden’s plan, announced in August, would cancel $10,000 in student loan debt for those making less than $125,000 or households with less than $250,000 in income.

UPS driver loses SAT tests belonging to Texas students

Dozens of students may be forced to retake an exam used in college admissions after their original tests were lost in transit.

Houston-area schools closing to celebrate World Series championship

In a statement released by Houston ISD, Superintendent Millard House II announced all school offices will be closed Monday, November 7 “to allow our students, staff, and families to attend the victory parade.”

8th grader shot on HISD school bus speaks on 25th anniversary

She was just 13 years old when she was shot on her school bus, heading home from Lanier Middle School on Halloween 1997.

Affirmative action in jeopardy after Supreme Court justices raise doubts

The survival of affirmative action in higher education appeared to be in serious trouble Monday at a conservative-dominated Supreme Court after hours of debate over vexing questions of race.

Biden administration relaxes rules for student debt forgiveness

Education Secretary Miguel Cardona called it a “monumental step" that will make it faster and simpler to get debt relief.

Houston nonprofit provides inclusive camping experience that begins with their staff
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Camp For All creates an inclusive, barrier-free camping experience for children and adults with special needs. However, CEO Pat Sorrells says it's their staff, many of whom are former campers, that make it all come together.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Monday is last day to apply for limited waiver

Oct. 31, 2022, is the last day to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness waiver, which allows borrowers to receive credit for past periods of repayment that would otherwise not qualify.

EPA awarding nearly $1 billion to schools for electric buses

Only about 1% of the nation’s 480,000 school buses were electric as of last year. Funding comes from the federal Clean School Bus Program, which includes $5 billion from the bipartisan infrastructure law.