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Tax season is ending soon, file your taxes now. Tips on how to file on time and get your refund faster.

Comedian Richard Lewis, known for neurotic monologues, dies at 76. His iconic comedy style and influence on the industry remembered.

President Biden proposes new student loan forgiveness plan targeting struggling borrowers, aiming to provide relief for those facing financial hardship.

Republicans push back on Biden's student loan debt cancelation plan, claiming it's unfair to taxpayers and those who didn't go to college.

Protestors briefly blocked traffic at Donald Trump's New York trial. Letitia James cheered as Trump was fined $350m.

California Governor Gavin Newsom's White House dreams are in jeopardy after a complaint about his lack of minority appointments.

Christina Applegate made a rare appearance at the Emmys, receiving a standing ovation and opening up about her multiple sclerosis diagnosis.

Christina Applegate received a standing ovation at the Emmy Awards, which meant a lot to the MS community. She was diagnosed in 2021.

Christina Applegate pokes fun at Ozempic craze, reveals MS diagnosis at Emmys. Despite struggle, she completed "Dead to Me."

Rising costs prompt seniors to consider returning to work, survey shows. Many say Social Security benefits won't cover expenses.

Senate confirms Martin O'Malley as Social Security Commissioner, marking the first time in 25 years a Democratic nominee is confirmed.

Education Department updates student loan forgiveness application for borrowers with disabling medical conditions, expanding access and simplifying the process.

The new Hunger Games prequel is a haphazard mishmash of three storylines, with a big reveal at the end.

Ady Barkan, a California health care activist who went viral for a 2017 plane conversation with former Sen. Jeff Flake, has died of ALS.

N.C. State football welcomed Payton Gibbs, a 12-year-old girl with autism, as an honorary coach for their game against Clemson.

Fears grow over safety of dozens of hostages held in Gaza after Hamas attacks; hundreds dead, including civilians and soldiers.

Actress Selma Blair and designer Isaac Mizrahi are launching an accessible clothing collection with QVC called Isaac Mizrahi Live! x Selma Blair. The collection was inspired by Blair's experience living with multiple sclerosis and includes adaptive features.

The White House announces debt relief for an additional 125,000 student loan borrowers through existing programs with past issues.

2023 saw the highest Social Security increase since 1981, but 2024's adjustment is expected to be lower due to inflation control measures. Stay updated for accurate benefit amounts.

US Government Shutdown Looms as Congress Races to Pass Budget; Social Security Payments Unaffected, but New Applications for Social Security Cards Will Be Impacted.

Government shutdown fears loom as Congress and Senate struggle to agree on federal budget, potentially impacting non-essential agencies and services.

AMBER Alert guidelines for issuing alerts in Michigan are outlined, specifying the circumstances that warrant activation of the alert system.

CBS New York meteorologist Elise Finch has died suddenly aged 51, just days after appearing on air. Finch had been delivering the weather forecast for New York for 16 years and died at a local hospital, though the cause of death has not been determined. She was remembered as a devoted mother and wife, and her colleagues paid tribute to her on social media.

US Department of Education to cancel $39 billion in student loans.