Here's how a government shutdown affects student loan payments
The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed.
The U.S. Department of Education says many of its core operations will continue despite a government shutdown – though 87% of its workforce will be furloughed.
Some student loan borrowers brace for smaller paychecks: What to know
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
2026 college rankings: Where do the top schools stand?
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2026 Best Colleges rankings, evaluating nearly 1,700 institutions nationwide across 17 measures of academic quality.
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2026 Best Colleges rankings, evaluating nearly 1,700 institutions nationwide across 17 measures of academic quality.
Hillsdale College announces honorary degree for Charlie Kirk
Larry Arnn, president of Hillsdale College spoke at Charlie Kirk's funeral Sunday afternoon in Arizona.
Larry Arnn, president of Hillsdale College spoke at Charlie Kirk's funeral Sunday afternoon in Arizona.
These states have the most student loan debt in 2025, data finds
Millions of borrowers are figuring out how to pay back their student loans, but some states are affected differently than others based on data from a new report.
Millions of borrowers are figuring out how to pay back their student loans, but some states are affected differently than others based on data from a new report.
Texas Tech student expelled after video showing Charlie Kirk rant on campus
An 18-year-old Texas Tech University student is no longer enrolled at the university after a video appearing to show her mocking the death of Charlie Kirk went viral.
An 18-year-old Texas Tech University student is no longer enrolled at the university after a video appearing to show her mocking the death of Charlie Kirk went viral.
These are the best states for teachers, data suggests
WalletHub has released new data ranking the best and worst states for teachers, underscoring the profession’s ongoing challenges of low pay, heavy workloads, and high turnover.
WalletHub has released new data ranking the best and worst states for teachers, underscoring the profession’s ongoing challenges of low pay, heavy workloads, and high turnover.
Educators fired for 'senseless' social media posts following Charlie Kirk's murder
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, educators across the US are being fired or disciplined for sharing "senseless" posts on social media about his death.
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder, educators across the US are being fired or disciplined for sharing "senseless" posts on social media about his death.
Milwaukee crash: 2 Marquette lacrosse players killed, driver arrested
Two Marquette University students were killed, and others were injured, in a Milwaukee crash on Friday. The driver was arrested.
Two Marquette University students were killed, and others were injured, in a Milwaukee crash on Friday. The driver was arrested.
New list of top party schools in the US for 2026, according to Niche data
Looking for a top-tier party scene? These U.S. colleges ranked highest for nightlife, Greek life and fun.
Looking for a top-tier party scene? These U.S. colleges ranked highest for nightlife, Greek life and fun.
Bus crashes carrying Pennsylvania middle school football team
A school bus crashed Saturday morning that was transporting a middle school football team, according to a local report.
A school bus crashed Saturday morning that was transporting a middle school football team, according to a local report.
Florida teacher faces discipline after 'Most Likely to Become A Dictator' mock award sparks backlash
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
A teacher in Florida is facing possible discipline after reportedly giving a student a mock award, sparking backlash from the student’s family and state officials.
Oklahoma to test teachers from New York, California for ‘radical leftist ideology’
Oklahoma will require teacher applicants from California and New York to pass a certification exam created by the conservative media group PragerU.
Oklahoma will require teacher applicants from California and New York to pass a certification exam created by the conservative media group PragerU.
Students stripped 6th grader of his clothes at Phoenix private school, police say
A 6th grader at an exclusive Phoenix private school was allegedly stripped in a bathroom by older students. Parents are questioning the school's response and transparency.
A 6th grader at an exclusive Phoenix private school was allegedly stripped in a bathroom by older students. Parents are questioning the school's response and transparency.
'Skibidi' and 'tradwife' among 6,000 new words added to Cambridge dictionary
Cambridge Dictionary has added more than 6,000 new words this year, reflecting how quickly the English language is changing.
Cambridge Dictionary has added more than 6,000 new words this year, reflecting how quickly the English language is changing.
Study reveals 1 quick thing kids can do to boost their test scores
New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.
New research suggests a nine-minute burst of high-intensity exercise can sharpen kids’ brain function and improve academic performance, particularly in reading.
Ranking the best and worst community colleges in 2025
There are many things to consider when selecting a school like tuition costs and class offerings, and these community colleges earn high grades. See the list.
There are many things to consider when selecting a school like tuition costs and class offerings, and these community colleges earn high grades. See the list.
Trump orders universities to hand over college admissions data on race
President Donald Trump signed a directive requiring colleges to prove they do not consider race in the admissions process, which follows a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
President Donald Trump signed a directive requiring colleges to prove they do not consider race in the admissions process, which follows a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
NY high school grad detained by ICE for 'visa that expired over 2 years ago,' officials say
A 20-year-old woman showed up to immigration court last week for what her lawyer says was a routine immigration hearing. Instead, she was detained by ICE, sparking an outcry from her community.
A 20-year-old woman showed up to immigration court last week for what her lawyer says was a routine immigration hearing. Instead, she was detained by ICE, sparking an outcry from her community.
Student loan wage garnishment could start soon: Here's what you can do
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.
Student loan borrowers who default on their loans could see 15% of their paychecks docked by the federal government soon.