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Student loan payments due in October after years-long pause

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

(The Hill) -- The Department of Education has locked in for student loan borrowers when payments will restart after the three-year pause from COVID-19.The department says on its website the interest for student loan payments will begin in September while payments will resume again in October. The update says the payments are restarting again since “Congress recently passed a law preventing further extensions of the payment pause."The break in federal payments began under then-President Donald Trump in early 2020.The law that prevented further extensions of it was included in the debt ceiling agreement between President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R).“We will notify borrowers well before payments restart,” the department said. The set date for restarting payment was first reported by Politico.  This school reopened quickly after COVID. Kids’ reading was still behind Meanwhile, Biden’s student debt relief plan is still at the mercy of the conservative-leaning S...

LIST: Juneteenth events in Chicago

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

CHICAGO — Communities around Chicago are celebrating Juneteenth and bringing light to Black life and culture, here are just a few of the celebrations happening. 'Juneteenth' or June 19th is marked in U.S. history as the day African Americans were emancipated from slavery in 1865 and two years ago was established as a federal holiday.From medical screenings and healing circles to live music and performances, an array of organizations around the city of Chicago are commemorating the history of justice and freedom with educational and celebratory events. Emancipation Day: The Garfield Park 1865 CoalitionWhen: June 16- June 18 Where: Garfield Park Gold Dome - 100 North Central Park The three-day cultural experience is meant to educate and enhance Black culture by hosting many family-friendly programs such as educational workshops, sports activities, art, live music and food.'Go Green Community Fresh market: Juneteenth Celebration' When: Friday, June 16, 8 AM - 7 PMWhere: 1207 West 63rd ...

Travis County to fly Pride flag for third consecutive year

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — County commissioners voted Tuesday to officially recognize June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and they'll follow that with an event to raise the rainbow flag outside the Travis County building in downtown Austin. The proclamation they approved reads, "Travis County recognizes the critical need for education and awareness to end discrimination and prejudice against the LGBTQIA+ community, and is committed to supporting dignity and equality for the LGBTQIA+ community." Report: 1/5 of 2023 anti-LGBTQ+ legislation filed in US was in Texas The flag-raising ceremony is set to start at noon Tuesday at the Travis County Administrative Building, located at Seventh and Lavaca Streets in downtown Austin. KXAN will provide a live stream of the event in this story and on the station's Facebook page. This recognition comes after state lawmakers considered and ultimately approved a number of restrictions this year that affect the LGBTQ+ community in Texas. For instance, G...

DEC: Fire contained on an island in Lake George

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Around 11 a.m. on Monday, a Department of Environmental Conservation docking crew observed a fire on Floating Battery Island. Forest Ranger Donegan and a local fire department responded. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The fire was quickly contained. According to the DEC, the cause of the fire was a campfire that had not been properly extinguished. Campers are reminded to take the following steps to ensure a fire is extinguished:Drown the fire with water. Make sure all embers, coals, and sticks are wet. Move rocks as there may be burning embers underneath.Stir the remains, add more water, and stir again. If you do not have water, use dirt. Do not bury your coals as they can smolder and break out.In case of emergency, campers can contact a Forest Ranger at 1-833-NYS-RANGERS (1-833-697-7264). For more safety tips, click here.

Pride Night Out in Downtown Troy June 23

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Downtown Troy Business Improvement District will host Pride Night Out on Friday, June 23, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., around Monument Square. This block party will be celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community for pride month with vendors, live music, and more. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! DJ Phoenix and live entertainment will be provided from all over the area. Attendees are encouraged to dress in pride colors, can view some of the Pride-inspired business windows in town, and vote on which one is their favorite.

Tang Teaching Museum announces Family Saturdays

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College is hosting free programs for families on June 24, July 29, August 12, and August 26. The Family Saturdays program offers a multigenerational creative opportunity involving observing and discussing artwork. Participants will also engage in a hands-on art-making activity. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The free program runs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. and is suitable for children aged five and older, accompanied by adults. Registration is not required. Supplies are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. The first Family Saturday on June 24 will look at works by Christine Sun Kim: Oh Me Oh My. For more information about Family Saturdays or to be added to the email list, contact the Tang Visitor Service Desk at (518) 580-8080 or email [email protected].

Man convicted of murder at St. Louis neighborhood barbecue

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A deadly shooting at a St. Louis neighborhood barbecue several years ago leads to a murder conviction. Kennice Brock, 51, was convicted of first-degree murder and armed criminal action over the murder of Carl Netter in July 2020. Former St. Louis alderman under federal indictment for insurance fraud According to the St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office, Brock walked into a neighborhood barbecue at Biker's Corner and shot netter after he was repeatedly asked to put his weapon away. This happened in thw 1900 block of North Vandeventer Avenue in the Jeff-Vander-Lou neighborhood. Newly-appointed circuit attorney Gabe Gore credits Assistant Circuit Attorney Srikant Chigurupati for the prosecution. He says solid police work and surveillance video also paved the way to a conviction. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News ...

Luther Burden lands major endorsement as spokesperson of Imo's Pizza

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Luther Burden III, one of Missouri's rising college football stars, has scored a major endorsement deal as the new athlete spokesperson of Imo's Pizza. As an official Imo’s-sponsored spokesperson, Burden will appear in Imo’s print, electronic and billboard advertising. The East St. Louis native will also engage in social-media outreach for the hometown pizza chain.Imo's Pizza recently formalized an NIL sponsorship with Burden, making him the first college athlete to win an endorsement deal with the company since such deals were first allowed in 2021. Former St. Louis alderman under federal indictment for insurance fraud “I’ve loved Imo’s pizza for as long as I can remember, so this sponsorship was an easy ‘yes’ for me,” said Burden. “I look forward to the opportunity to serve as an ambassador for a brand I admire and a pizza I absolutely love." “As a longtime fan of Missouri Football and a huge fan of Luther’s, I’m excited Imo’s could secure this sponsorship with some...

PHOTOS: Scene of the mass shooting following Denver Nuggets’ NBA Finals victory

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

At least 10 people — including a suspect — were injured in an overnight shooting in downtown Denver amid jubilant street celebrations following the Nuggets’ NBA basketball championship victory. A man who police say is a suspect was one of the people shot and was taken into custody.

Pasadena considers new shelters and safe parking spots to fight homelessness

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:20:52 GMT

The city of Pasadena is considering new measures to fight the homeless crisis that include creating designated parking spots for those experiencing homelessness.Officials are looking into converting certain spaces in the city to those designated parking spots.Some of the zoning amendments officials are considering include:Allowing safe parking sites on all religious institutions, colleges and transit facilities throughout Pasadena with a minor conditional-use permit.Redefining emergency shelters to provide more flexibility for local nonprofits.Establishing “low-barrier navigation” centers, which provide temporary living facilities without some of the requirements already in place. For example, many shelters require sobriety and mental health treatment.The proposal also increases the number of available beds in Pasadena by a significant amount, possibly up to 2,400.The amendments are still being tweaked, but they are part of the city’s homelessness plan, which aims to increase the av...