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Mar 15 2025FINANCE

Student Loan Repayment Plans: What's Going On?

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

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Mar 14 2025EDUCATION

Student Loans: The New Math

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

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Mar 05 2025POLITICS

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

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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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Joe Biden goes Hollywood

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

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Jan 29 2025FINANCE

A Career in City Finances: Elizabeth Holleb's Legacy

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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Jan 29 2025HEALTH

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

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

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Jan 10 2025POLITICS

Jimmy Carter: A Life Beyond Politics

Jimmy Carter, who lived to a ripe old age of 100, was a unique figure in U. S. history. He was known for his honesty, kindness, and strong work ethic. Leon Panetta first met Carter over 50 years ago. Carter's gentle manner and sincerity made a lasting impression. As president, Carter struggled with

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Jan 07 2025POLITICS

Honoring Dearborn's Mayor: A Life of Service

Dearborn, Michigan, is gearing up to pay tribute to a man who devoted his life to public service. John "Jack" O'Reilly Jr. , who served as Dearborn's Mayor for 15 years and City Council President for 17, passed away on New Year's Day at the age of 76. His family was by his side. The memorial service

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Jan 06 2025POLITICS

President Biden Signs Bill to Boost Social Security for Public Workers

President Biden recently signed a bill aimed at boosting Social Security payments for public employees like teachers, firefighters, and police officers. This move affects nearly 3 million people who receive pensions from their public service careers. The bill, known as the Social Security Fairness A

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Jan 04 2025POLITICS

President Carter’s Six-Day Celebration: Events and Community Remembrance

From rural Georgia to Washington and back, various events will take place over the next week to honor the life and career of President Jimmy Carter. The celebrations are specially tailored to represent his roots in the small town of Plains, his political journey through Georgia and Washington, and h

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