Legal November 2017

A Look at the Winners and Losers of the Top US Races-- Top Story

Democrats swept Virginia and New Jersey's governor's races, incumbents came out on top in several big-city mayoral races and voters in Maine said they wanted to join 31 other states in expanding Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.

Financing September 2017

State Spends $14M on Planning for State Universities’ Construction Projects Now Mothballed

Illinois spent $14 million on planning for state universities' construction projects that have been mothballed, according to a published report.

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Hispanic Community September 2017

On a Positive Note--Communities In Schools Announces the All In For Texas Relief Fund to Support CIS Affiliates Serving 330,000 Students

Communities In Schools, (CIS) has announced the creation of the All In For Texas Relief Fund to support CIS affiliates who have suffered losses as a result of Hurricane Harvey.

Administration August 2017

Job News --Your Credit Score Could Lose You Jobs and Promotions

New Labor Survey: 1 Out of 4 Companies Perform Personal Finance and/or Credit Background Checks on Employment Applicants.

Hispanic Community August 2017

Government Eases Student Loan Rules for Harvey Victims

The Education Department is easing financial aid rules and procedures for those affected by Harvey.

Financing August 2017

Hardin-Simmons University Offers Automatic $44,000 Scholarship for Texas Students

Hardin-Simmons University has announced that its Texas Scholarship, totaling $44,000 per student, is automatically awarded to graduating high school students from Texas who are granted general admission to HSU.

Global August 2017

Top Story--The Latest: Best Buy Sorry for Overpriced Water in Houston

The Latest on Tropical Storm Harvey (all times local).

Financing August 2017

More Than 400 UNH Students Attending Tuition-free

More than 400 incoming University of New Hampshire students are attending the school tuition-free this fall.

Financing August 2017

On a Positive Note —Scholarship Program Awards $170,000 to 22 Inspiring Students

Through its annual Life Lessons Scholarship Program, the nonprofit organization Life Happens recognizes students like Faith and Samuel who have persevered in the face of tremendous adversity following the death of a parent or guardian with little to no life insurance. Recipients are awarded scholarships, ranging from $5,000 to $15,000, that help pay for their college education.

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Financing August 2017

Mizzou Announces New Grants for Low-income Students

The University of Missouri in Columbia plans to guarantee payment of all tuition and fees for every student who qualifies for a federal Pell Grant, with even more financial help for students who qualify for the Honors College.

Administration August 2017

Old Dominion University Announces $200M Fundraising Campaign

A university in Virginia has announced a $200 million fundraising campaign hoping it'll help those who struggle with paying tuition and attract gifted students.

Financing August 2017

Education Department Announces College Prep Grants

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a second round of funding for programs that help low-income students who aspire to attend college.

Global August 2017

Top Story--Where's the $758.7M Winner? Lottery's Powerball Error Adds Intrigue

A mistake by the Massachusetts State Lottery on Thursday injected a little extra drama into the massive $758.7 million Powerball drawing — the largest won by a single ticket in U.S. history — after lottery officials initially bungled their announcement and gave the wrong shop and location.