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How Biden Is Still Trying To Make Student Debt Relief Happen
The Biden administration has begun the process of creating a new plan for widespread loan cancellation and implementing the SAVE Plan, which will cut monthly payments to $0 for millions of borrowers. There will also be a 12-month “on-ramp” period to ease borrowers back into making payments.
NC School Boards Push Back Against Vouchers, Ask Lawmakers to ‘Prioritize Our Public Schools’
Republican-backed legislation would expand private school vouchers at the expense of public schools, but a growing number of public school officials have increased their warnings of the consequences for their districts.
Voting Rights Groups Hold Public Events to Counter ‘Dangerous’ Legislation
Common Cause NC and other groups are hosting town hall events to hold lawmakers accountable for the state’s new 12-week abortion ban and bills that defund public schools and make it harder to vote.
Here Are the Student and Employee IDs You Can Now Use to Vote in North Carolina
Elections officials approved 99 student and employee photo IDs for use in upcoming elections, including those from all UNC System schools, NC State University and several Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
800,000 Borrowers to Get Student Debt Canceled, Biden Administration Announces
For many borrowers, qualifying monthly payments that should have moved them closer to forgiveness were not accounted for, effectively forcing them to make extra payments under their IDR plans.
NC Bill Would Let a Few Parents Oust School Leaders, Prosecute Librarians
An education bill could allow just five parents to get a superintendent fired, regardless of the merits of the complaint.
Veterans Have Until Aug. 9 to Apply for Backdated PACT Act Disability Payments
The PACT Act removed the need for certain veterans to prove a service connection if they are diagnosed with certain cancers or respiratory conditions and sped up the process of receiving benefits.
After Supreme Court Decision, UNC-Chapel Hill Says It Will Offer Free Tuition to Some In-State Students
Beginning with the incoming class in 2024, free tuition and required fees will be provided to undergraduates from North Carolina whose families make less than $80,000 annually.
Good News Friday: You Won’t Believe How This 100-Year-Old North Carolina Man Celebrated His Birthday
A sky-high celebration for a North Carolina man, and an amazing new animal sanctuary is coming to Chapel Hill.
25 States Americans Visit the Most
Stacker has ranked the top 25 by the percentage of U.S. adults who have already made a visit. Check the rankings to see if your next destination is among these popular choices, or find your next adventure as you scroll.
100 Best Cities To Raise a Family
If you’re hunting for the perfect place to lay down roots, be sure to keep reading to discover the 100 most highly rated cities for raising a family.
Private Schools ‘Have No Intention of Accepting Kids With Disabilities,’ Public School Advocate Says
Republican lawmakers say expanding access to private schools gives all parents more say in their children’s education. But that’s not the case, especially for those who have children with disabilities.
Supreme Court Takes Student Debt Relief Away From 43 Million Americans
Nationwide, more than 45 million people owe $1.6 trillion in federal loans for college, according to government data, and as many as 43 million of them stood to benefit from the cancellation program.
What ‘Bidenomics’ Means for Workers and Families
US Department of Labor Chief Economist Joelle Gamble explains what “Bidenomics” means and how the president’s investments are helping workers and the economy.
25 animals that are illegal to own in some states
If you’ve ever dreamed of following in the footsteps of a Disney princess and having a pet squirrel or tiger as a sidekick, you might have to settle for a simple dog or cat instead. Stacker compiled a list of 25 animals that are illegal to own as pets in the U.S.
US Supreme Court Bans Consideration of Race in College Admissions
The Court’s decision reverses decades of precedent. In 1978, the Court ruled that affirmative action was lawful, which it later upheld in 2003 and 2016.
New Voucher Bill Would Give Taxpayer Dollars to Schools That Discriminate Based on Religion
House Bill 823 would direct taxpayer dollars to schools that deny admissions to LGBTQ students, students whose families practice the “wrong” religion, or students who have special needs.
46 Books to Put on Your Summer 2023 Reading List, According to Our Staff
We asked staffers to share recommendations for books to read this summer. Here’s what we came up with.
Republicans Poised to Further Undermine North Carolina Public Schools in Upcoming Votes
Proposed private school voucher expansions divert even more money from an already underfunded public school system, and fail to address severe teacher shortages.
North Carolina Gets $1.5 Billion for High-Speed Internet Expansion From Biden’s Infrastructure Law
This funding’s aim is to help connect the estimated 8.5 million families and small businesses nationwide that still haven’t been able to access the full capabilities of modern technology.
Richest Women in America
Stacker compiled a list of the richest women in America, using data from Forbes.
Weird and Wondrous American Byways
Turns out taking the scenic route can pay big dividends, for both traveler and towns along the trail. Look no further than these popular byways for proof.
New Republican Budget Plan Would Eliminate Free School Meals, Cut Social Security and Medicare
The new proposal from a group of 176 House Republicans would raise the retirement age for Social Security and Medicare, ban free school meals for students, cut spending on food aid, and more.
Legal Mobile Sports Betting in North Carolina Could Begin as Early as January 2024
“This is an historic moment for the state of North Carolina, and this will benefit our economy for generations to come.”
A Rural Calling: Bringing Together Different Worlds to Better a Community
Yona Wade says “I create what I need” and what he needs and wants are better educational opportunities for the community of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in Western North Carolina.
Why the Last Day of School in NC Feels Different This Year
It feels like a make-or-break moment for public education in North Carolina. Senior Editor Billy Ball on what’s at stake.
16 NC trails that take you to something awesome
If you like a beer, a live concert, wildlife, or a culinary treat at the end of your hiking trail, we’ve got you covered.
Biden Administration Announces New Measures to Protect LGBTQ Americans
The measures include efforts to protect LGBTQ community organizations from threats and releasing funds for new programs that will support the physical and mental health of LGBTQ youth.
Teachers and Allies Ready ‘Teach Truth Day of Action’ on June 10
Participants on Tuesday discussed “the growing chorus of diverse voices speaking out against politicians and their far-right supporters’ attempts to attack students’ freedom to learn.”